Guest Post by Lauren Clark
If you enjoy Dancing Naked in Dixie …. Dancing Naked in Dixie, set in the real-life city of Eufaula, Alabama, is the story of magazine…
Between You and Me by Emma McLaughlin and Nicola Kraus
Between You and Me by Emma McLaughlin and Nicola Kraus follows Logan Wade and her somewhat normal existence … that is until she gets a call from her famous cousin Kelsey saying that she needs a new assistant. Usually, business between family members if a bad idea, but what happens when your family member happens to be a world renowned pop sensation and Fortune Magazine’s most powerful celebrity? Logan dives in when Kelsey makes her an offer that she can’t refuse, but their relationship is quickly but to the limits when tensions rise on tour and Logan has to be the middle man between Kelsey and her parents. Anxious for some normalcy, Kelsey tries to break away from it all, but she ends up making mistake after mistake. Kelsey continues to unravel in the public eye and it is only a matter of time until Logan must make a choice between saving herself, and saving her cousin.
When I was first contacted about reviewing Between You and Me, I instantly said yes. I’ve been a big fan of both authors for quite sometime now and was anxious to see their latest joint venture in paper back, and I was thoroughly impressed with this book. If you are a fan of Britney Spears (who isn’t right?!?), then you will really enjoy this book because it closesly mirrors her life the last couple of years as she fell from pop princess to absolute train wreck. The authors wrote Kelsey in a perfect comparison to Miss Britney and she plays the role perfectly. She is unpredictable and dying for attention, even though she vows that she wants nothing less. The book is fast paced, entertaining, and a perfect piece of fictional pop culture. I could definitely see Kelsey plastered on the front pages of our gossip magazines with some of the stunts that she pulls in the book. Overall, a perfect summer time read – a true escape and a wild ride.
[Rating: 5/5]
Author Profile: Lauren Clark
Author Name: Lauren Clark
Website: www.laurenclarkbooks.com.
Bio: Lauren Clark is the author of Stay Tuned and Dancing Naked in Dixie. She writes contemporary novels set in the Deep South; stories sprinkled with sunshine, suspense, and secrets.
A former TV news anchor, Lauren adores flavored coffee, local book stores, and anywhere she can stick her toes in the sand. Her big loves are her family, paying it forward, and true-blue friends. Check out her website at www.laurenclarkbooks.com.
Titles: Stay Tuned, Dancing Naked in Dixie
See my reviews for Stay Tuned and Dancing Naked in Dixie
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Dancing Naked in Dixie for Kindle
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Stay Tuned
Dancing Naked in Paperback
Dancing Naked for iTunes, iPad, iPhone
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The Drought by Steven Scaffardi
The Drought by Steven Scaffardi follows Dan Hilles following his break-up with long term girlfriend, Stacey. Dan is a pretty average guy – he has a normal job, a regular group of friends, and typical male hang-ups. But, it isn’t until after his break up with Stacey that he realizes just how “average” he is. Dan has been out of the dating game for quite sometime, and although he tries to hop right back in, things aren’t quite as simple as he once imagined. The lack of dating leads to Dan experiencing a “drought” … and I’m not referring to a lack of rain. Yes, he has gone quite sometime without having sex. His closest pals rally together and try their best to help out their friend – but it seems like Dan isn’t willing to help himself and can’t really seem to catch a break. Luckily for Dan, he has Kelly to confide in, and after confessing his woes, she begins to teach him just what makes a woman tick. Is Kelly the answer to his prayers? Will the “drought” ever end?
Here at Chick Lit Plus, we occasionally get requests from authors promoting their newest “Lad Lit” novels. Being a female, I sometimes have difficulty relating to the main characters, but not with this one. Steven Scaffardi’s first novel is absolutely hilarious and will leave every reader, male or female, laughing out loud. I found the characters very relatable and know several friends who have found themselves in very similar situations- albeit not as funny as Dan’s particular story. The Drought is well witten and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a book that actually brings the laughs.
[Rating: 4/5]
Interview with Samantha Stroh Bailey
When did you know writing was for you? Ever since I was a little girl, I have always written. I actually send my first chick…
Beauty Review: NYR Organic
I was super excited when Monica Butschek offered to send me some product samples from the line NYR Organic. Being the beauty junkie that I am – of course I couldn’t say no! So let’s take a looksie at what I got:
• Frankincense Hydrating Cream
• White Tea Enriching Facial Mask
• Rejuvenating Frankincense Facial Serum
• Wild Rose Beauty Balm
• Beauty Sleep Concentrate
Um, can we say SCORE! I’ve had a blast these past two weeks trying everything out. I think my favorite product was the Hydrating Cream. Have you seen the commercials where someone gets whacked in the face with a shirt and it immediately turns to water? I don’t even know what product that is for in all honesty, but that’s how I felt when I slapped this on my face. Cool, refreshing, and hydrating. I really enjoyed using the facial mask as well. When I wiped the product off, my face just felt cleaner, which I don’t get with all the masks that I try. It’s hard to describe the feeling, but I would definitely use this again and again! I was really intrigued by the Beauty Sleep Concentrate, and wish I had more of this stuff to keep trying it out. It says that it “recharges and works with your skin’s natural night time rhythm” which sounds pretty spectacular. But I do know that it smelled good and I enjoyed using it for a few nights. And last but not least, the Facial Serum and Beauty Balm were also great products. I used both in the mornings to give my skin a perk-me-up, and I think they worked fabulous.
Not only can you use these fab products (and much more than what I’ve featured) but you can also be in your own business as a consultant for the line! For more information, please contact Monica for all the details!
Monica Butschek
NYR Organic Independent Consultant
Email: mmbutschek@yahoo.com
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Finding Lucas by Samantha Stroh Bailey
I received a copy of Finding Lucas from Samantha Stroh-Bailey in exchange for an honest review. This book opens to Jamie Ross celebrating her five year anniversary in Montreal with her boyfriend Derek. A weekend that should be filled with romance and feelings of happiness, it turns out to be the opposite for Jamie. Since when have her Derek been so off with one another? What happened to the laid-back guy with long hair she first met – and how did he become a metrosexual with too much hair gel and only caring about climbing the corporate ladder? Jamie realizes that she is unhappy, but she just can’t make that jump from safe relationship to being alone and starting over. When the TV show she works for devises a plan to reunite lost loves, Jamie starts thinking about her first love- Lucas. Perhaps this is a sign, telling her to get rid of Derek and find Lucas. Jamie dives head-first into hunting down her past love and hoping he still thinks about her, without realizing the one she really wants is right in front of her.
I loved this book! And here’s a strange thing – I’m pretty meticulous about editing, and this book did have a lot of instances with the quotes inside the punctuation, which drives me crazy. Also, the book was a bit long, which sometimes frustrates me as well. But even with those two things, once I finished reading I knew this was a 5 star book. Very rare for me, and just shows how much I truly loved the writing and plot. Jamie was such a fun and unique heroine. Her lifestyle and family is a bit different, and I found both her and the supporting cast really intriguing. I also liked the romance parts. It was clear Derek and Jamie were not meant to be, but I was never really sure who she was going to end up with, and I liked the mystery. Also – I was totally laughing yet seething when Derek and his mom gave Jamie a “breakup bill” – oh man, that was good! I really loved this book and it is going on my Favorites List!
[Rating: 5]
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