maggiefan
Written on Nov 7, 2020
'The kind of Hollywood ending that will make you believe in soul mates' Lyssa Kay Adams, author of The Bromance Book Club
A show runner and her assistant give the world something to talk about when they accidentally fuel a ridiculous rumour.
Hollywood powerhouse Jo is photographed making her assistant Emma laugh on the red carpet, and just like that, the tabloids declare them a couple. The so-called scandal couldn't come at a worse time - threatening Emma's promotion and Jo's new movie.
As the gossip spreads, it starts to affect all areas of their lives. Paparazzi are following them outside the office, coworkers are treating them differently, and a 'source' is feeding information to the media. But their only comment is 'no comment'.
With the launch of Jo's film project fast approaching, the two women begin to spend even more time together, getting along famously. Emma seems to have a sixth sense for knowing what Jo needs. And Jo, known for being aloof and outwardly cold, opens up to Emma in a way neither of them expects. They begin to realise the rumour might not be so off base after all . . . but is acting on the spark between them worth fanning the gossip flames?
Everyone's talking about Meryl Wilsner. . .
'A fresh and fun romance . . . Meryl Wilsner is a great new voice whose perspective is both extremely welcome and desperately needed' Jen Deluca, author of Well Met
'An extremely fun, supremely readable slow-burn romance that had me yelling, JUST KISS ALREADY!' . . . Emma and Jo's love story is both irresistible and a total breath of fresh air' Kerry Winfrey, author of Waiting for Tom Hanks
'Completely captivating and so satisfying' Booklist (starred review)
'An unputdownable slow-burn romance with well-drawn and incredibly real characters. Wilsner does an amazing job exploring a Hollywood love story' Library Journal (starred review)
'A sparkling debut with vibrant characters, a compelling Hollywood studio setting, and a sweet slow-burn romance' Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
- ISBN10 0349427135
- ISBN13 9780349427133
- Publish Date 18 June 2020 (first published 26 May 2020)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher Little, Brown Book Group
- Imprint Piatkus Books
- Format Paperback (B-Format (198x129 mm))
- Pages 336
- Language English
Reviews
bookperson
Written on Sep 20, 2020
it's so boring I can't
DNF’d at 48%
I tried to get through it, but lost interest. I wanted to like it since it was my first F/F book. I think it’s due to it being a slow burn. It has to be slowest burn book I’ve ever read.
Sam@WLABB
Written on Apr 5, 2020
This was quite enjoyable, and I think many will appreciate the honest look at Hollywood culture. I absolutely loved getting to know both Jo and Emma.
Jo was this fierce woman, who had left being in front of the camera after she was sort of black listed for writing an opinion piece on how hard it was to be a woman of color in Hollywood. It didn't stop her though, and she had the multiple accolades that show she earned her place. She was super successful, but still wrestled with self doubt. But, Jo was about supporting others, and she had several plot lines, which perfectly illustrated how willing she was to use her sway and money in a good way. The most notable storyline was the #MeToo plot, which said a lot about Jo's character.
Emma was her very loyal assistant, who harbored a crush for Jo, when she was a kid. She struggled with fears, that her dream is unattainable, and it was lovely to see Jo prop her up, and help her bring her dream to fruition. I love women helping women.
Yes, I loved the characters, and the focus on women's issues, but I was little disappointed in the romance. I think this was a matter of expectations? I have read other slow burn romances, but this one was super slow burn, like no real kiss until after 80%. I would have liked to have spent more time with Jo and Emma as a couple, because I did think they were a great match. They had a bit of a May-December thing going, but the power inequity was handled well. There were some really sweet moments between these two, as well, but they were too far and in-between for me.
Nonetheless, this was an enjoyable story. The insider view of Hollywood combined with excellent characters and a touch of romance ensured this was an engaging read.
*ARC provided in exchange for an honest review.
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