Re-released with a new COVER! In this captivating strangers-to-lovers, standalone romance from USA Today bestselling author, A.M. Madden, Hollywood’s hottest actor meets his dream woman: a free spirit who has no idea who he is. After personal heartbreak and professional setbacks, Landon Price is running on empty. If he doesn’t take a break from the public eye soon, he’ll risk becoming another … becoming another cautionary tale in a town that’s full of them. So in between film projects, Landon asks his agent to clear his schedule and then he simply . . . vanishes. Renting a discreet home on a remote Hawaiian beach for the summer, Landon begins to recharge. And in the process of finding himself, he meets a beautiful, feisty local who challenges everything he thinks he knows.
Zara Jobert has no interest in being a conquest for a cocky playboy from the mainland—even one with undeniable charisma and movie-star good looks. So, she’s pleasantly surprised when the handsome newcomer’s persistent advances mellow into cozy banter and sneakily seductive intimacy. When Landon reveals his true identity, Zara’s hurt that he lied, but she doesn’t care that he’s famous. Unfortunately, not everyone feels the same way. And falling for Landon might come with a heartbreaking choice—between Zara’s old life, and a new love.
Vanishing Act is a contemporary, strangers-to-lovers, secret identity romance with adult content.
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To quote the author from the book, “Ding ding ding. We have a winner.” I am not sure which is more of a winner, mega hunk, movie star (boy did I need a bib to catch the drool) or the beautiful romance that unfolded within the pages.
I think it is a combination of the two. When the gorgeous alpha male can say things like, “I’m far from perfect, baby. But I am down close when I’m with you.” How could it not be. Through all of the secrets, through all of the challenges of being outed, I never once questioned his love and devotion. I never once doubted that Landon and Zara were a match created for me to swoon over, to dream about.
A.M. Madden created the perfect love story. Landon said it best, “I was no longer Lance White ore Landon Price. I was about to start the most important role of my life…as Zara’s husband.”
Vanishing Act
By: A.M. Madden
Narrated by: Thomas Locklear
When you are famous, it’s perfectly normal to vacation under a pseudonym. Landon Price has escaped to Hawaii after wrapping up his latest movie. Little does he know that when he meets Zara, his whole life will change. Neither of these two are looking for love, but fate has another path for them. These two are perfect for each other, and the slow burn of their romance makes it all the sweeter. But there are obstacles and secrets they must face. Is their love strong enough? I love this couple! They had me at Hawaii. In all seriousness, this is the kind of book I really enjoy. It’s got a wonderful romance, but there is a story with some body to it. It deals with career issues and family problems all leading up to decisions. It’s one of my favorite of AM Madden’s stories.
Thomas Locklear brings it all to life with a fantastic narration. He has the perfect voice for the suave Landon. He has a tone in his voice that is seductive and sensual, but also has a caring aspect in it. His voice for Zara holds a confidence with a naivete perfect for her. I enjoyed his performance and look forward to more.
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Vanishing Act was everything I’d hoped it would be and more. There’s nothing I love better than when characters burrow their way into my heart and that’s exactly what Landon and Zara did.
I loved everything about this book. A.M. Madden created such a vivid story, I felt as though I was right there with them. There were several times, I wished I was. I laughed, sighed, and swooned. I even fell in love with a little white Maltese named, Marshmallow.
Landon is as swoony as they come. I felt for him, I cheered for him and I hurt for him. All he wanted was room to breathe, he just needed a break from his hectic life. I couldn’t imagine always being in the limelight with no privacy and that’s what he needed to deal with. He wasn’t a primadonna he was just a normal guy living in an abnormal world.
Zara was a sweetheart. She’s the type of romance heroine you want to be friends with. She’s kind, thoughtful, and puts other’s feelings before her own even if it meant sacrificing her own happiness.
You won’t want to miss this book. It’s a 5-star must-read. Thank you, A.M. Madden for writing such a wonderful story.
Landon Price is an actor who is ready for his next career move as well as a break. He knows he can’t have it if he stays in California, he wants to be himself without fans flocking for attention. He heads to a small island in Hawaii looking for peace and to work on a book he wants to write It doesn’t take long before his isolation is breached by a dog. Then he meets Zara Jobert.
Zara has no idea who Landon is but Landon feels something for Zara. He wants to date her, he wants to do more than that while hiding his identity. Zara though has parents who, even though she is an adult, are protective. Can Landon win the girl and will the girl accept him for who he is?
I was on pins and needles with this one waiting for Zara to figure out who Landon is. The chemistry is off the charts and I thought the story behind her parents was one I could understand. Great read, quickly paced and you pulled in from page one.
Landon Price has everything.. money.. fame… except love..being lost in life, he choose to get away from all busy life to a secluded paradise..
Marshmallow aka Spike was a Godsend..he brought together two people.. a white fluffy dog who had a big big personality 🙂
I think Vanishing Act was sweet… a love story that could happen to anyone including a famous movie star and a simple girl from Lanai.. I am inlove with story.. its sexy yet personal between this couple 🙂
Vanishing Act is a sweet, sexy Hollywood actor meets naive, younger woman romance. Landon needs a break from his hectic Hollywood lifestyle, so he takes off to Hawaii and it’s there where he meets the future love of his life, Zara. When her adorable Maltese dog, Marshmallow, wanders himself into Landon’s bungalow, it’s love at first sight both for Landon and Marshmallow, whom Landon names Spike *awwww!*
As the two fall into a friendship that slowly develops into more, and learn more about each other, Landon starts to feel guilty for keeping who he is from her. She thinks he’s an accountant because Lanai is stuck in a time warp where nothing has progressed past the early 90s, so his fame hasn’t yet reached the tiny island. I felt bad for Zara but at the same time I was empathetic with Landon because he was desperate for a relaxing break from all the people who wanted something from him. But, can they make a relationship work once Zara finds out who he really is? Can she live with and love a man with whom she’ll have no privacy? And can Zara finally stake her independence from her controlling, paranoid father, when Landon’s lifestyle is not conducive to the privacy he takes so seriously?
I really like Vanishing Act. Landon is so sweet and adorable, much different than the usual arrogant, womanizing playboy usually featured in Hollywood romances. Zara is almost his opposite, but once she does some character growth, I really ended up enjoying her. Yes, she’s 8 years younger than Landon, but she’s a perfect partner for him, sweet to his sweet, talented to his talent, and their relationship is sweet and a slow burn kind of sexy.
If you want a step outside the usual Hollywood playboy type of romance, dive into Vanishing Act!
Landon had it all, loved his job, money, his parents but after all these years he still wasn’t truly happy, he felt like something was missing. so what does he do he leave to a not so popular island in Hawaii. Not wanted to be noticed he is now Lance. Enjoying his time one day a white fluffy dog comes to visit and with that visit Lance / Landon will never be the same. When Zara fines her lost dog Marshmallow he is with this beautiful dark haired stranger. These two people so totally opposite of each other with the way they live, determined to prove that what they built together as friends to Lovers to soulmate, that even thought they are world’s apart in society that true love can prevail. This story had me hooked for the first chapter. This is a Beautiful Love Story.
A.M. Madden has done it again. Her mix of humor, romance, angst and heat is an explosive combination. Lance (aka Landon Price – Hollywood Screen star) was looking for a place to get away from it all. He escapes to one of the lesser known Hawaiian islands. Traveling under the name of Lance White, complete with baseball hat, sun glasses and chartered planes, no one would recognize one of Hollywood’s brightest stars. Along comes “Spike”, his new found furry friend and soon after Spike’s beautiful owner, Zara. With the tables turned, will Lance be able to withstand the charms of Zara and return to his life in the spotlight, under the scrutiny of the public. More importantly will he be able to leave Zara? I am still basking in the love and warmth of this book. I fear I may need to go in search of my own little private beach on an island away from it all. Thank for this little slice of heaven A.M. Madden.
A.M. Madden has done it again. Her mix of humor, romance, angst and heat is an explosive combination. Lance (aka Landon Price – Hollywood Screen star) was looking for a place to get away from it all. He escapes to one of the lesser known Hawaiian islands. Traveling under the name of Lance White, complete with baseball hat, sun glasses and chartered planes, no one would recognize one of Hollywood’s brightest stars. Along comes “Spike”, his new found furry friend and soon after Spike’s beautiful owner, Zara. With the tables turned, will Lance be able to withstand the charms of Zara and return to his life in the spotlight, under the scrutiny of the public. More importantly will he be able to leave Zara? I am still basking in the love and warmth of this book. I fear I may need to go in search of my own little private beach on an island away from it all. Thank for this little slice of heaven A.M. Madden.
Fantastic Story & Narration Sweet Romance!
Vanishing Act
By: A.M. Madden
Narrated by: Thomas Locklear
I enjoyed everything about this audiobook, from A.M. Madden’s wonderful writing style to the interesting story and characters she created to perfectly casted narrator and his fabulous performance. The story grabbed both my attention and my heart and captivated them straight to the end. The characters are realistic and easy to relate to, I adored the leads, Landon and Zara as well as Marshmallow aka Spike. Landon Price, a well known actor, needs a break it all, against his agents wishes he decides to take a break from the public as soon as his most recent film finishes shooting. His agent wants him to ride on the publicity wave but he needs peace of mind more. He leaves his life behind, telling no one where he will be, in a remote area in Hawaii. He is enjoying the peace and seclusion the beach front cottage brings but when a little dog finds his way to him it brings him to someone else. Zara Jobert, originally from South Africa, her family left there after a tragic incident and her father thought it was safer for the family to leave, they made a new life for themselves in Hawaii. Zara’s over protective father prevented her from branching too far from home, she did not know a lot of what was going on outside her area. When she sees her dog has made a new friend, she has not seen a movie for years so she had no idea how Landon way, even so he was traveling under an alias to prevent any leaks to the paparazzi. He introduces himself as Lance White, the two hit is off right away. He loved that she did not know who he was, this way she could see him as a person not just a famous Hollywood actor. I thought these two were awesome together and for each other. This a sweet romance, two people from different worlds getting to know each other, living in her world is like living in a bubble in the 1980’s minimal technology but it is a great way for Landon to keep off the grid. But things change when she finds out who he really is, she is faced with having to make difficult choices, including one that may tear her family apart. I loved how everything plays out in this book, it nicely plotted with plenty of drama, a touch of angst, some lighthearted and charming moments with Marshmallow, heartfelt moments and an awesome romance. A.M Madden thank you for this wonderful story.
I listened to the Audible edition, Thomas Locklear is a fabulous narrator and versatile voice artist. He brings these characters to life, gives each their own distinct voice making it easier to follow the characters. He does a great job covering both male and female characters switching roles back and forth flawlessly and with ease. His portrayal of the characters was perfection, sounding just as I pictured them to sound, including Zara’s accent. You could hear how much heart he put into her work as he captures and projects the characters emotions in to his performance, He is an entertaining storyteller and a pleasure to listen to. Thank you for another great listen
I’m reviewing the audio edition. This is the first story I’ve read/listened to by this author. Not what I normally am interested in. The narrator and blurb got my attention and I really enjoyed this story. It flows right along. Has plenty of cute issues…the dog mostly. Has a few surprises….mostly relatives. The relationship is of the awe variety. I feel Thomas Locklear really brought the story to life. While I know nothing about what the accent should be, I am happy how well he handled the female voice. I listen to a lot of audio stories and many times the narrator can’t handle multi characters but not so for this narrator. He made the story run smoothly and realistically.
While this is an amazing story I can completely *feel* for the female lead. It would be incredibly hard to be in her position. Because the media is ruthless and lives on rumors. She has to be strong and feel so self assured as well as have complete trust in her man. I love when her sister tells her to remember she will be sharing him with hundreds if not thousands of other people. That’s the truth there!
Besides this little hiccup into their lives each of the characters and the story is wonderful. He only wants to be seen as HIM not an actor. So he hides his popular self while on vacation. She lives in a internet free world and only sees him as a normal guy. But she is hiding a secret too. There is also this adorable little dog that made me smile every time he got page time. How can you not smile at a dog called “Marshmallow”? As secondary characters he is a prince! He almost outshined the two main characters.
I highly recommend this strangers to lovers romance. It is filled with surprises as well as memorable characters. I laughed and teared up but overall was thrilled with this lovely story.
I did listen to the gem on audio. Thomas Locklear is the narrator. This is a first time I’ve listened to him. He does a great job. I love his different accents or voice for the various people.
I love the cover of this book!! As soon as I started it, I was captivated! I knew it would be such a great story and oh boy was I correct!
Landon (love that name) was an actor that had it all. His first acting job was nominated for an Academy, he’s on top of the world with his career! But, at age 30, he would like a normal life. He works all the time and has no life of his own. No one really knows him anymore, even he doesn’t know who he is. The only ones that truly know him are his parents. He needs a road trip!
Landon does a Vanishing Act and goes to an island in Hawaii. It’s nice to be in a place where no one knows who he is. He meets Zara, thanks to a cute pup and thinks she’s quite possibly the most gorgeous woman he’s ever seen. He goes by the name Lance while on his island adventure. Zara and him hit it off, but what happens when she finds out who he really is?
Loved the characters! This was a very different story and I loved it!
I’ve been a fan of A.M. Madden since her Back-Up Series and I will read anything that she writes. A.M. Madden has done it again! Her mix of romance, humor, angst and heat is an explosive combination, that has once again given us as another man to fall head-over-heels for. This story is told from alternating POV’s which I always like, because it is easier to understand what both characters are thinking and feeling. I would absolutely recommend this book!
I’m blown away once again!! This book was breathtakingly awesome!! It transported you to a tropical island where two people came to know one another through the beauty around them! Phenomenal read!! A.M. Madden truly outdid herself on this one!!
This is so much more than a strangers to lovers book
Vanishing Act is a strangers to lovers book. But as the story unfolds, it is so much more. The story begins with Landon Price seeking much needed refuge from his stardom in a slice of heaven on earth. Once there, he encounters a South African beauty, Zara Jobert. Spike and his role in their meeting is epic! What a scene stealer! Though I was eager to read about the developing romance between “Lance” and Zara, I loved how both their family members placed a subtle but influential role in their romance. The description of his hideaway location made me want to purchase tickets so I can visit that heavenly place. Like fine wine, their story should be savored.
Oh my A.M. what a touching love story filled with a swoon worthy leading man and a beautiful island girl. Landon and Zara find love when you least expect it .
Landon is in need of a getaway from his real world. He literally disconnects and finds himself on a beautiful tropical island. Quiet, lush surroundings and the sound of the water is what he needs although what he wasn’t expecting is a cute fur ball and a stunning owner .
Zara lives in paradise and when she stumbles across a handsome visitor this is about to get interesting and quite life changing . She certainly does not want to fall victim to a mainland player but she soon realizes that their is so much more to Landon that his image and public persona.
Island is exquisite but can they survive the real world.
Be ready for Zara and Landon to pull you into their world with their swoon worthy love story & lush surroundings.
~~Michele McMullen ~~
Prepare to spend the afternoon reading. Vanishing Act is a quick, fun, smart, sexy “actor in hiding” read!
From the first day, Landon’s seen the beauty and intelligence in Zara’s actions and body, and he’s fighting his desires to make her his. Doesn’t matter that he’s trying to take a break from the spotlight—he just wants her any way he can have her!
Faith has put her family first in every aspect of her life—until she finds that she can’t hold back her feelings for Landon any longer. She’s been fighting for her independence from her strong minded father for years, trying to break out from under his overbearing, fearful protection.
I really loved these two characters individually and as a whole. Loved that they were smart in resolving issues as their fears as the “real world” and all the pressures and problems tried to break through their bubble. I loved how they made the best of the situation and the distance. I loved Landon’s interactions with Spike/Marshmallow. So much fun.
Vanishing Act is a perfect beach read and really makes me want to travel to an island oasis.
A Great Love story all true romantics need to read.
An Endearing Love Story!! One of those special kind of stories that keeps you smiling throughout all the pages of the book. Vanishing Act had me hugging my kindle when I was done, sighing happily and yearning for a romance as passionate as (Landon) Lance’s & Zara. I read this entire book in one sitting. Everything captivated me from the romance to the back stories even the beautiful location that was so easy to picture thanks to the detailed writing of A.M. Madden. I love Vanishing Act. It’s a heart warming feel good story. It just what a true romantic needs to read!
Reading Vanishing Acts felt like I was in the story with Landon and Zara. They way AM described the scenery make you feel you are there in Hawaii with them. I love that about books. I want to be able to imagine myself in a book (I’m always the gal but who isn’t)
Landon is sexy. He is a remarkable man. Zara is sweet a little naive simply because of her life she’s lived.
Their story is great to watch them grow as a couple. Loved this book. I found myself sighing, smiling and happy while I read.