The Publicist Book 2
Shelf Life
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An industry of out-of-control of egos, unrealistic expectations, and books with the shelf life of milk. This is Kate’s world, but for how long?
When one of Kate Mitchell’s star authors is carted away in handcuffs, she thinks it’s only the beginning of her troubles. As her world crumbles around her, Kate desperately looks for anyone to hold on to but finds that happy endings are truly works of fiction. When her career and love affair hit their expiration dates, Kate sets off on a new adventure....
Starting over in California is easy, but Kate soon learns that leaving her old life behind isn’t. Nicholas Lavigne is eager to help her forget, but two things still own her heart: the dream of discovering the next great American novel and MacDermott Ellis. As Kate tries to rebuild her life, she finds a surprising gift that reboots her career in a new and unexpected direction. Suddenly her name becomes synonymous with one of the biggest best sellers publishing has seen in ages, and she's welcomed back with open arms. At the height of her success, the ghosts of her past come back to remind her of the world she'd been trying to forget and the man who never let go of her heart. Behind the book there’s always more to the story.
Review:
I loved the Publicist and I loved Shelf Life. Kate is real - she had hopes, dreams, fears, and passion. Shelf Life took me more into Kate's life - the struggles of working in the publishing industry - the fears of being in love and the hardships associated with it all. Christine does an excellent job of expressing the characters wants and needs. I found Lisa to be a excellent narrator. I love being read to and Lisa did an excellent job.
If you are looking for a love story that involves passion, betrayal and will power to succeed ~ you will love Shelf Life! I recommend listening to The Publicist first - then listen to The Shelf Life.
Meet the Author:
Christina George has worked in publishing for twenty years (give or take). Here’s what this book isn't. It’s not a slam against publishing (though it is broken) and it’s not a slam against authors (though some of them are crazy). This book is not autobiographical though many of the stories are true. No you won’t know which ones, cause it’s more fun to guess, right? George continues to work in publicity and helps authors because at the end of the day she does love books, she loves publishing, and she loves authors. She hopes you’ll enjoy this romp through Kate’s world as much as she enjoyed creating it.
Thank you iReads for the opportunity to review this excellent romance novel The Shelf Life written by Christine George.
I can relate to the fact that it's easy to move, but hard to move on. ;) I like that the character is so relatable and easy to get into.
ReplyDeleteIt is difficult to find books with relatable characters. I am glad you were able to find one that you liked! It sounds interesting!
ReplyDeleteI am always looking for new books to read and this one sounds fun. Something with romance is a nice shift from reading kids books.
ReplyDeleteI love a good romance novel. This is going on my beach reading list!
ReplyDeleteThe story kind of reminds me of "The Hills" in some ways. Lauren Conrad moves from Laguna Beach to start over and becomes a household name. This is something i would definitely purchase
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a great read! Always looking for recommendations so this will go on my list.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a good storyline. I think more people like reading about characters they can relate too. I have a friend I can pass this along too.
ReplyDeleteSummer is coming and it's the best time for making a list of what I want to read while relaxing outside. I'll add this one to my list!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a great vacation book. Will add it to my endless reading list!
ReplyDeleteSounds like a great book. Definitely one that is so relatable to real life!
ReplyDeleteI need to look into this book. Sounds like one I'd like.
ReplyDeleteLooking for some new books to add to my reading list. This looks great, thanks!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the new books. I need to add some good books to my list for summer.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for this review! I so loved writing the character of Kate mostly because she's flawed and she has to fall before she can learn. Thank you so much for this review and I love all the comments!!
ReplyDeleteYou did a good job of making this book sound appealing and worthy of picking up.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a good read for the summer. I'm adding it to my list.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a steamy read! I always wanted to be a publicist... haha kind of my dream job!
ReplyDeleteSounds like a great read. I am always adding to my reading list. This will be on it now too!!
ReplyDeleteI like that she is so relate-able. I find myself getting into books more when I can connect with the character.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a great book. I"ll have to get it for my mom.
ReplyDeleteThis does sound like a good read. I love books that draws me into the story and this sounds like one of them.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a great one. Love following a good character
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