Colin Riley’s past wasn’t a pretty one. He’d worked hard to bury his demons. So when he crossed paths with Alexandra Vaughn, the daughter of the man that almost destroyed his life, he should have run. But he didn’t. Instead, like an idiot, he fell in love. Alex was smart, talented, beautiful, and one of the most infuriating women Colin had ever met. From the second he laid eyes on her, he knew … he’d do anything to make her his. Why else would he let her trick him into starring in some play?
It was just supposed to be a way to get close to her. How could he have known saying yes to the role would change their lives forever? But that’s what happens when Richard Steed – the most sought-after agent in Hollywood swoops in promising to make all their dreams come true. It doesn’t take long before the slick agent’s true intentions become known turning him into their worst nightmare.
With a ghost from the past haunting them and an agent hell-bent on tearing them apart, is there any way Colin and Alex can survive The Rise to Fame?
The Rise to Fame is approximately 282 pages and is Book One in a two-book series. The second book, The Cost of Fame is due out September 2018.
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This was a Hot little page turner for me. I loved it from beginning to end. The beginning starts off so freaking funny and I was sucked in from there. Alex and Colin’s story has all the feelings that I love in a book. I loved these two together and rooted for them the whole time. I can’t wait to get the rest of their story, I just have to know how it ends.
Happy Reading Everyone!!!
This was a Hot little page turner for me. I loved it from beginning to end. The beginning starts off so freaking funny and I was sucked in from there. Alex and Colin’s story has all the feelings that I love in a book. I loved these two together and rooted for them the whole time. I can’t wait to get the rest of their story, I just have to know how it ends.
Happy Reading Everyone!!!
Rise to Fame is a melodramatic romance that is filled with lies, secrets, revenge, and angst. From start to finish, Ms. Stone’s book is action packed.
A traumatic tale of childhood abuse, poor upbringing, and questionable acquaintances leads to our good-at-heart hero, Colin Riley, having a bad reputation. He is far from perfect, but he does try to do the right thing.
The boy from the wrong side of the tracks gets the rich, successful girl, immediately proclaims his love and alpha protectiveness of her. I find instant love, claiming, and protecting, etc. to be a bit distasteful, but it does seem to be a common trait in contemporary romance heroes. The girl, Alexandra Vaughn, is a lawyer who dreams of acting on stage. She is headstrong, independent, and yet she quickly falls for earnest charms.
The most delightful aspect of the romance is that Alexandra and Colin lift each other up and bring out the best in one another while much of their universe conspires against them. There are many twists throughout the story, and Alexandra and Colin work through the hurdles as they come. However, can they survive the targeted revenge from someone who is setting up their destruction?
The dramatic highs and lows of this emotionally gripping story made for an engaging read, and I’m sure book 2, The Cost of Fame (published September 2018) is just as tantalizing.
3.5 stars
What a gut-wrenching, page-turning, absolutely amazing book this is!
From the very first page these characters wrapped themselves around my heart. They were down to earth and absolutely loveable.
Alex and Colin were made to be together but will the rise to fame tear them apart?
The twists and turns in this book had me on the edge of my seat. The roller coaster of emotion had me strung out.
What Colin and Alex go through is heartbreaking. When they are together it’s beautiful. I couldn’t help but be pulled in and invested in this couple.
I must admit that in the beginning, I thought the couple got together a little too quickly but, what they go through and how they are together completely eclipsed those thoughts. This is one story that without a doubt compels you to feel what these characters are feeling. I absolutely loved it!
Full of angst, love, betrayal and anguish not to mention a cliff-hanger ending, you’ll without a doubt be feening for the next book, The Cost of Fame.
I received an ARC of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
I loved this book! From the first chapter to the last, the author kept me intrigued and wondering what was going to happen next. I love the characters and how they are not perfect and how their flaws make them more believeable and relateable. I truly can’t wait for the next book!!!
There’s a terrific, entertaining story here, but what I loved most is this: Strong-willed characters who not only develop a wonderful, sexy connection, but who look out for each other. Sure, Colin isn’t about to let anyone mess with Alexandra and pity the person who tries. But the way Alex loves Colin, tries to protect him, and lifts him up is equally appealing! The author excels at giving us a gripping story while making sure the reader recognizes the characters remain true to who they are … important as we approach the end of this book and key in waiting for book 2 to come out. As in … I can’t wait for the second part! I’ll be diving back into this story as soon as possible.