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The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto by Mitch Albom tells the story of a guitarist named Frankie Presto, narrated largely by the personification of "Music." Born in Spain during the Spanish Civil War, Frankie is adopted after losing his mother. He learns music from a mysterious maestro, travels to America, rises to fame, and struggles with love, loss, and redemption, using magical guitar strings that change color when he impacts others' lives.