Jack Sullivan is the author of “Hitchcock’s Music,” just out from Yale University Press. It is simply one of the most stimulating, informative, and insightful books I’ve read in a long while. Granted, I’m a big Hitchcock fan. But I’m also a fan of the music written for his films, especially that of Bernard Hermann. But I’d never realized how essential to the films the music actually is. This book covers the entire span of Hitchcock’s film career. Jack Sullivan makes this highly informative and well researched subject a compelling read. A wonderful exploration of the personalities involved. You have to read this book! I spoke to the author by phone. He’s a good guy and has things to say that will make you want to get the book.

— John Aielli