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203 pages, ebook
First published May 31, 2012

I love celebrity romances. Especially where the guy is the famous one and the girls is the normal of the two. I love the fairy tale aspect of it all. When I read the blurb for The Accidental Movie Star, I didn't want to get my hopes to high. I had just abandoned another celebrity-type romance book, and was disheartened, so I learnt my lesson in expectations...
But I have to admit that this story was quite enjoyable and fortunately, I was not disappointed at all. I was hooked into it right away, and didn't want to put it down until I finished. I like books like that.
I liked Ashley. She's a likeable character and it's a plus when I don't roll my eyes when she interacts with the male lead. She's strong and doesn't come out as a simpering fool. I hate when that happens. She has standards and can stick to her guns when needed.
Caz was also a character that is flawed but likeable. He can be arrogant, but can be sweet. Stoic, but vulnerable. He knows when he's wrong and (although it takes a while), mans up and admits to it.
I'd recommend this for those who wants a quick read, enjoy a sweet romance with a celebrity flavour.
I must have played around with the idea of buying this book for at least four months before I gave in and purchased it. When I finally got around to reading it, I have to be honest, I wasn't expecting much. I thought at best it would be a cute but frustrating story about an average girl and a Hollywood hunk falling in love. I expected her to be flawless but insecure and him to be perfect. I thought that I would have to put up with her constantly questioning why he liked her, and he would have to reassure her over and over again that he truly did like her. That's the story that I've read countless times before, and I geared up for the same old thing.
But boy was I wrong!!!
This book takes the story of "the average girl falling for the Hollywood hunk" that we've all read, and refuses to fall back on the clichés. There is never a question of whether or not they like each other. Ashley knows that she has a lot to offer Cas. She's funny, talented, charming, and not too bad to look at. Why wouldn't he like her? She's not arrogant, she just has a good opinion of herself, and I think that's the way more leading woman in romance novels should behave. If you work hard and you know you're a good person, you should be allowed to have a good sense of self and know that ANY man would be lucky to have you even a major star!
Cas was fantastic! He wasn't constantly fawning over, chasing, or reassuring Ashley, and she didn't need him to do that either. And did I mention the British accent? HOT! They click right away, but instead of deciding that they're in love just because they're attracted to each other and enjoy spending time together, they become *gasp* friends first. The relationship is effortless but not perfect. They disagree and then still like each other afterwards. The conflict doesn't come from wondering if they want each other. The conflict comes from life. Cas is famous so it's not easy to be around him as a friend let alone his girlfriend. Ashley is only in LA for the Summer interning at her father's studio, and will be headed off to college in a couple of months. These are real issues, and they both must find a way to learn to deal with them if they want to be together.
The kissing scenes in this book are some of the best that I've ever read! Although Cas is a great actor, he has a problem making on-screen kisses look natural so for some reason Ashley is enlisted to help him loosen up and make movie magic. (I don't quite remember how she got that lucky, but good for her!) She and Cas get together on several occasions and "practice" different iconic movie kisses, and it's adorable! The kissing scenes didn't make me feel like a creeper when I was reading them. Some were awkward and others made me swoon, but they were all unbelievably sweet and on the milder side of the steam level.
This is one of the cutest romances that I have ever read, and I recommend it every time someone ask for something to cleanse their pallet after an emotionally draining book. It's the perfect thing for when you need to smile! :D
This book is clean, and I would recommend it for ages 13 and up.



"The director looked at Ashley. 'You're part of our target audience. Opinion.'...Ashley tilted her head and assessed the image again. 'Well, Caz looks great with his shirt off, so it'd be a shame to lose that scene, but that kiss was not so hot.'
The director nodded. 'PA, go to Research and ask them for some romantic DVDs. Mark the scenes and get them to Caspian tomorrow.'...The director turned to Caz. 'Watch the DVDs and we'll reshoot Thursday. I'll make a decision them.'
'The PA will help me research the scene?' Caz said, in a way that wasn't really a question.
'Yes.' Turning to Ashley, the director commanded, 'Show Caspian how to kiss.'


I must have played around with the idea of buying this book for at least four months before I gave in and purchased it. When I finally got around to reading it, I have to be honest, I wasn't expecting much. I thought at best it would be a cute but frustrating story about an average girl and a Hollywood hunk falling in love. I expected her to be flawless but insecure and him to be perfect. I thought that I would have to put up with her constantly questioning why he liked her, and he would have to reassure her over and over again that he truly did like her. That's the story that I've read countless times before, and I geared up for the same old thing.
But boy was I wrong!!!
This book takes the story of "the average girl falling for the Hollywood hunk" that we've all read, and refuses to fall back on the clichés. There is never a question of whether or not they like each other. Ashley knows that she has a lot to offer Cas. She's funny, talented, charming, and not too bad to look at. Why wouldn't he like her? She's not arrogant, she just has a good opinion of herself, and I think that's the way more leading woman in romance novels should behave. If you work hard and you know you're a good person, you should be allowed to have a good sense of self and know that ANY man would be lucky to have you even a major star!
Cas was fantastic! He wasn't constantly fawning over, chasing, or reassuring Ashley, and she didn't need him to do that either. And did I mention the British accent? HOT! They click right away, but instead of deciding that they're in love just because they're attracted to each other and enjoy spending time together, they become *gasp* friends first. The relationship is effortless but not perfect. They disagree and then still like each other afterwards. The conflict doesn't come from wondering if they want each other. The conflict comes from life. Cas is famous so it's not easy to be around him as a friend let alone his girlfriend. Ashley is only in LA for the Summer interning at her father's studio, and will be headed off to college in a couple of months. These are real issues, and they both must find a way to learn to deal with them if they want to be together.
The kissing scenes in this book are some of the best that I've ever read! Although Cas is a great actor, he has a problem making on-screen kisses look natural so for some reason Ashley is enlisted to help him loosen up and make movie magic. (I don't quite remember how she got that lucky, but good for her!) She and Cas get together on several occasions and "practice" different iconic movie kisses, and it's adorable! The kissing scenes didn't make me feel like a creeper when I was reading them. Some were awkward and others made me swoon, but they were all unbelievably sweet and on the milder side of the steam level.
This is one of the cutest romances that I have ever read, and I recommend it every time someone ask for something to cleanse their pallet after an emotionally draining book. It's the perfect thing for when you need to smile! :D
This book is clean, and I would recommend it for ages 13 and up.

"Maybe you do, maybe you don't (shower.) Let me see." Leaning forward until her elbows rested on the wooden armrests of his char, she put her face near his shoulder and neck, and made snuffling sniffs.

"Caz put his hands on her waist and pulled (Ashley) forward. When her jean-clad legs hit his, he tugged one of her knees up until it rested on the chair beside his thighs"
""Your favourite colour or, more importantly, boxers or briefs, you man beast." (said Ashley)
Caz smiled wickedly and put his hands on the top button of his jeans, and unbuttoned them"

"Caz tightened his grip in her hair, stilling her."

"Caz rose. "Okay, let's try it." He took (Ash's) arm and led Ash to the back of his trailer-to his bedroom."

"Caz stretched his arms over his head and leaned side to side. The hem of his shirt rose, showing an inch of his skin. "I could probably use a massage later (Ashley)""
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