My life has always been in the spotlight. Born to two famous parents and then quickly rising to “super” status in the modeling world ensured that I, Astoria “Tori” Bell, would always have my image plastered across newsstands. Unfortunately, adoring fans weren’t always magnanimous and now I have a stalker on my hands.Oddly enough, the tall, dark, and all-too handsome bodyguard hired to protect me … protect me seems more harmful than the threatening notes from the stalker. As well as his plan to flush out the danger by proposing a fake engagement.
The lines between pretend and reality blur and I have to shore up my resolves. Baggage from my past means I can’t let myself be vulnerable. But the way Marcel Fox treats me has me thinking otherwise.
With a new rock on my finger and the man who put it there by my side, happily ever after seems like a possibility or is that as fake as my public persona?
The Truth About Fame is the second book in the Christian Chick Lit series: Faith & Fortune.
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Famous and forced to have a bodyguard. What is not to like? This fun read made me smile as stalker suspense gives way to romance in this well written tale that is easy to read with nuggets of truth throughout. If you enjoy a unique storyline about the rich and famous, this one will pique your interest.
I wouldn’t have thought that I’d have anything in common with a model who had more money than she could count, but Toni Shiloh did such a great job of portraying Tori that I realized I did.
The Truth About Fame is the second book in the Faith and Fortune series but can be read as a standalone. It’s written from the perspective of Tori and it’s a breath of fresh air.
The characters are well-written and the dialogue between the main protagonists was sharp and just snarky enough to be entertaining.
Marcel was a great leading man–strong and forceful without being brutish. He was the perfect foil for Tori who was so used to being strong she didn’t always know how to ask for or accept help.
The faith element was evident without being overpowering and the reader will be left with the reminder that God wants a place in your heart. He pursues you with an everlasting love and will fight your battles if you let Him.
I received an advanced reader’s copy of the book from the publishers through Just Read Tours; a positive review was not required.
The book cover attracted me to this book.
The plot is said from a first person narrative and I felt like a friend listening to the narrator telling me about her life.
Tori Bell is a black popular American supermodel. Her life is what I would have envied under different circumstances. She is so cool and has so many personalities you might need to keep up with.
Grab your blanket and explore the life of celebrities through Tori’s eyes.
Oh! I love Fox. What a hunk of a man he is.
How would you feel if your life is tipped off balance by a nameless and faceless stalker?
Find out more in “The Truth about Fame”.
The humour in this book can pass as a comedy for me. I enjoyed this book so much.
I love Fox. I know I have said it before but I can’t help it. I wish he was real not fictional. I was just envying Tori for having a security guy like Fox. How sweet!
I love Tori’s friends.
I wish this book can be made into a movie. So much action in the plot.
I love the bible verse Holiday texted Tori. It is one of my many favourite bible verses.
I read this book in one sitting. Toni Shiloh writes well.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author.
This was SUCH a good story. I read it out of order and it’s my first Toni Shiloh book, but that’s ok because it was fantastic!
This story seemed incredibly true to life (as much as I could imagine the life of a supermodel). Toni gave real depth to the character. I could easily imagine how Tori and real life people in the limelight have to constantly be ready for the public’s scrutiny. That they never can take a break. And I’m sure most have a crazy amount of stalkers. We get to learn more about her growing up years, and it just make my heart clench.
Oh my, and then there’s Fox. If anyone needs a hero or bodyguard, Fox is the man. First, yes, I appreciated the physical strength he exuded, but his faith was the underlying current that really solidified what a great guy he was.
The chemistry between Fox and Tori was funny and heart warming. I loved that other people saw fit to intervene to help them along the way. Fox’s grandma was fantastic. Her friends, Octavia and Holiday are the kind of friends every gal needs in their life.
One of the elements I liked the most in this story was the faith. The prayers and scriptures that were shared were uplifting and timely. I wish more authors wrote out prayers that their characters would say.
Not only am I ready to go back and read book 1, I’m ready for book 3!
“Why do you believe in a God that allows bad things to happen to good people? Innocent people?”
Romantic. Sassy. Suspenseful.
With a stalker ramping up his/her attacks, supermodel Tori decides to hide out to protect her other successful besties. This is the second book in the Faith & Fortune series and it is a spellbinding read. My favorite novel of Shiloh’s to date. I was hooked from the first to the very last page with this rollercoaster ride of suspense and romance. Shiloh kept me guessing as to who the stalker was for most of the book. I would recommend reading this series in order to get to know all the characters better. Her roommates are the best and will have you hoping for friends this awesome.
Though the first book finished on a high note, there were questions left unanswered. This book answered so much with an engaging mystery and romance. If you loved “The Bodyguard” movie, then seriously you will love this book. Move over Costner, you’ve got nothing on Marcel Fox! Get ready to swoon over this wonderfully written novel and hero.
“I promise you I will protect you with my last breath.” Heat flushed through me at his declaration. I knew it wasn’t one of love, but my body almost swooned as if he’d used those three words instead.”
Oh my goodness, Marcel Fox put the hottie in this bodyguard romance! However, there is so much more to him than his looks. He has a heart for Tori that just doesn’t quit. HIs protective nature not only wants to keep her person safe, but also her heart. He has a strong desire to see her trust in God grow and I loved how his family adds a whole level of faith for Tori to ponder. Her faith journey is beautiful. She’s a strong, beautiful woman and I loved seeing how she learns to forgive, trust and becomes open to love. A novel not to be missed! One of my favorite this year!
I received a complimentary copy of this book by the author. All opinions in this review are my own and given honestly.
I cannot image having a stalker in my life and how it would affect my life. The friendship among the Tori, Holiday and Octavia is so fascinating. Even though they are close they still keep secrets from each other. Fox is an interesting character. He is a man accustomed to keeping his own counsel and Tori is a compliment to his quietness. I love how he called her Princess and it irritated her. Their story was worth the wait. The faith in God was so relatable. Tori questioned God and his role in this things she could not control. Fox’s faith was evidence in how he was willing to die for her. He was very protective of her.
I received this book from the publisher and the opinions expressed are entirely my own.
This is only the second by Toni Shiloh I have read but I liked it. I liked how Tori had to allow people to help her with stopping her stalker instead of trying to do it on her own. I liked how she falls in love with her bodyguard against her better judgement and I love how he shows her what the love of a good man looks like. I also like how he helps her to develop faith in God and to learn to trust. I like reading about these famous group of friends and seeing that they are just like the rest of us. I like that everything got resolved in the end and that Tori and Fox end up together.
I received a complimentary book from publishers, publicists, and or authors. A review was not required and all opinions and ideas expressed are my own.
“To be known, really known, was all I’d ever wanted.”
I’ve always enjoyed Toni Shiloh’s books but this book has become my favorite by the author. I didn’t read the first book in Faith & Fortune series but this can be read as a stand-alone since the author explains all pertinent events from the first book. It’s a heart-rending, raw, beautifully real story with sass, a hefty amount of grace and forgiveness, and a dose of suspense in the plot. If you enjoy contemporary romance, you can’t miss this one!
The book is told from Tori’s first person perspective and her supporting cast of Holiday and Octavia is fun as the three best friends support each other through a stalker’s twisted games. Fox, her bodyguard, is a loyal and steadfast protector who has lived through tragedies but chooses to remain hopeful and faithful. He’s a fantastic hero and balances out Tori’s creative, bubbly, impulsive side. They both have deep hurts from their past but see each other past the defensive walls they’ve put up to who they really are. I loved the references to the movie The Bodyguard from the 90s that made me quite nostalgic. The suspense is well-done and the identity of the villain was a shocker to me. I can’t wait to read about Octavia in the next book (and, of course, I’ll be going back to read Holiday’s story).
I received a copy of the book from the publisher/author via JustRead Publicity Tours and was under no obligation to post a positive review. All comments and opinions are solely my own.
Tori and Fox! The both of them kept me laughing, shaking my head at them and swooning most times. The “enemity” between them at first was just so hilarious. I loved the chemistry between them, the way each of them seemed to know what the other one is thinking. I really admired how Fox took care of her despite her occasional ” rudeness” and I also loved how she choose and sacrificed to protect those dear to her.
Tori was in trouble and Fox decided to be not just her bodyguard but also to guard her heart.
This story is wonderfully romantic, swoony and heartwarming.
The Fame and Fortune series just keeps getting more interesting and captivating.
I recieved a copy of this book and this is my honest opinion.
Wowza, this book knocked my socks off! Toni Shiloh is one of my all time favorite authors, I’ve loved each and every book of hers that I’ve read, but The Truth About Fame has become my very favorite of her books!
I absolutely and completely loved every single moment of this book! When I first met Tori Bell and Marcel Fox in the first book in the series, The Trouble with Love I knew their story was going to be amazing, and it turned out to be everything I dreamed it would be and so much more! I love Fox, he is such a fierce protector, but also a huge sweetheart, he stole my heart at the very beginning of this book and has yet to return it to me! Marcel Fox most definitely has a spot on my list of favorite heroes of 2020! Tori is an awesome heroine, I loved getting to know her and my heart broke for her, there were numerous times I found myself wishing I could reach through the pages and give her a hug!
Everything about this book is amazing, I loved the banter between Tori and Fox, I loved Fox’s grandmother and niece, I loved the fake engagement aspects of the story (especially the proposal ) and I loved the way the romance developed!
I adored everything about this book, but I think perhaps my favorite part of this book is the suspense element, it’s SOOOO good, kept me glued to the page, and brought me to the edge of my seat, adrenaline pounding!
The Truth About Fame is an absolutely phenomenal book that I already want to re -read! It ‘s one of my favorite reads of 2020! I most highly recommend it! I would recommend reading The Trouble with Love first, because The Truth About Fame does contain a couple spoilers for the first book, and because you won’t want to miss a moment of the awesomeness that is the Faith & Fortune series! I can’t wait to read Octavia’s story, The Price of Dreams!
Read this series, you won’t be sorry!
(5 Stars!)
I received an ebook copy of this book from the publisher. Which did not influence my review in any way. All thoughts and opinions are one hundred percent my own!
I can’t believe the series is done. Nonetheless, Octavia’s story made a wonderful way to end our exploration of these three friends who have learned to trust in the Lord even when the process is hard. Thank you for reminding us of that Toni Shiloh.
The Truth About Fame focuses on model Tori Bell and her body guard Marcel Fox as they attempt to outwit a violent stalker with a fake engagement. This story raises the stakes from the first book and keeps you on the edge of your seat trying to find out who the stalker is and where they’ll strike next. And when you’re not worried about the stalker, Fox and Tori’s conversations as an “engaged couple”will have you smiling, giggling, and swooning.
Add in Fox’s gentle love as he continuously pursues her, some timely wisdom from his family, and her friendship with Holiday and Octavia and Tori’s story is everything you’d want in a novel. With a little bit of action and a lot of humor and wisdom, The Truth About Fame is a touching message about learning to trust God despite the evil present in the world and the peace that comes with opening yourself up to His love.
If you haven’t read The Trouble with Love, you can still read this one but I highly recommend reading them in order. The stories build so nicely on one another and you’ll miss some of the richness of the relationships.
Toni Shiloh has crafted another sparkling romance. Glamour, intrigue, a swoon-worthy hero Fox, and determined heroine, runway model Tori. All of these facets shine like a Tiffany’s diamond.
I know book 3 is coming in the close future. Can’t wait to read it.
I read this book immediately after reading The Trouble with Love and, even though both books are written in first person point of view, there was no confusion that this book has a different leading lady than the first book in the series. And let me just say that while you could read this as a stand-alone book, you will enjoy it so much more if you read Holiday’s story first.
OK, now let’s get down to the good stuff. First, there’s Fox. He’s a quiet pillar of strength and reliability for Tori (even when she’s not at her best). The friendship between Tori, Holiday and Octavia has been forged through years and hard times yet the three of these women still hold secrets back from each other. The faith element is prominent to the story but not overpowering. And even though I guessed who Tori’s stalker was early on, the way everything played out had me engaged and intent on reaching the end of the book.
And the best news is we’ll get to visit these friends one more time with Octavia’s story.
Disclosure statement: I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book and was not required to write a positive review. All opinions are my own.
The Truth About Fame is book 2 in the Faith and Fortune series. I recommend reading this series in order as the first book contains some spoilers and introduces Marcel Fox. The Truth About Fame follows Tori who has a stalker. I love the banter between her and Fox and love Fox’s grandmother and niece. I had a feeling who the stalker was and I guessed right. I’m looking forward to Octavia’s story in The Price of Dreams.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.