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Composing Laney
Laney Sullivan is tired of love, which was an awful place for a romance novelist to find herself. Jaded by a bitter divorce, and exhausted from single parenting, she's lost hope in happily ever after. Even as the threat of her parents' ranch being sold looms, she finds herself vaulted into the unexpected
world of Jameson Clark.
Jameson Clark is a washed-up has-been. A mental breakdown following the death of his father has left him voiceless, which is an awful place for a country music superstar to find himself. When Laney Sullivan shows up on his island, sharp-tongued and whip smart, she forces him out of his spiral.
Things are about to heat up on the island, but will the wicked banter and passionate nights be just a short term escape for them both? Or will they find something more between the lines?
world of Jameson Clark.
Jameson Clark is a washed-up has-been. A mental breakdown following the death of his father has left him voiceless, which is an awful place for a country music superstar to find himself. When Laney Sullivan shows up on his island, sharp-tongued and whip smart, she forces him out of his spiral.
Things are about to heat up on the island, but will the wicked banter and passionate nights be just a short term escape for them both? Or will they find something more between the lines?
306 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 14, 2023
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S.E. Reichert
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Sarah Reichert (S.E. Reichert) is a writer, novelist, poet and blogger. She is the author of the Southtown Harbor Series and is a member and Assistant Youth Coordinator of the Writing Heights Writers Association. She is also the webmaster for WyoPoets. Her work has been featured in The Fort Collins Coloradoan, Haunted Waters Press, “Sunrise Summits: A Poetry Anthology”, “Rise: An Anthology of Change”, Poetry Ireland Review, and “We Are The West: A Colorado Anthology” among other journals across the country. Her novella, “Saturn Rising” was produced as a five-part audiocast from Ngano Press Studios, and she recently signed a 3-book contract with 5 Prince Publishing for release in 2023.
She is the head writer of The Beautiful Stuff, a blog about writing and fostering a creative and balanced life which aims to help new writers get their start. Reichert lives in Fort Collins with her family. In her non-writing hours, she is a mother to two teenage girls, loves being outdoors, and is a 2nd degree Black Belt in Kenpo Karate JuJitsu.
Sarah Reichert (S.E. Reichert) is a writer, novelist, poet and blogger. She is the author of the Southtown Harbor Series and is a member and Assistant Youth Coordinator of the Writing Heights Writers Association. She is also the webmaster for WyoPoets. Her work has been featured in The Fort Collins Coloradoan, Haunted Waters Press, “Sunrise Summits: A Poetry Anthology”, “Rise: An Anthology of Change”, Poetry Ireland Review, and “We Are The West: A Colorado Anthology” among other journals across the country. Her novella, “Saturn Rising” was produced as a five-part audiocast from Ngano Press Studios, and she recently signed a 3-book contract with 5 Prince Publishing for release in 2023.
She is the head writer of The Beautiful Stuff, a blog about writing and fostering a creative and balanced life which aims to help new writers get their start. Reichert lives in Fort Collins with her family. In her non-writing hours, she is a mother to two teenage girls, loves being outdoors, and is a 2nd degree Black Belt in Kenpo Karate JuJitsu.
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August 5, 2024
Loved this conclusion to the Sweet Valley series. A sweet love story that I couldn't stop reading!
June 4, 2024
Composing Laney by S.E. Reichert, the third book in The Sweet Valley series, is a meticulously crafted romance that will captivate you. This novel stands out with its unique approach. Laney Sullivan is barely holding on, embittered by a recent divorce, and her career as a romance novelist is stagnating. When her ex-husband plans an exciting trip to Europe with their two daughters and his new, younger girlfriend, Laney seizes the opportunity to travel and rediscover herself. During this journey, she meets Jameson Clark, a washed-up country singer trapped in a cycle of dating beautiful young women, partying, and drinking. Their meeting is serendipitous; Laney brings meaning and stability to Jamie's life while he reignites the passionate and wild side Laney thought she had lost with age.
The story's pacing and Reichert's excellent writing allow the characters to grow and come alive. Unlike some romance stories that progress too quickly to be believable, Laney and Jamie's relationship develops naturally, immersing the reader in their complex journey. The writing is detailed without being exhaustive, offering insights into the characters' thoughts, desires, fears, and hopes, gradually building the tension between them. Initially, they may not seem like an ideal match, but as trust grows, they discover how they complement each other.
Set primarily on an island, the narrative allows readers to feel as though they are enjoying a relaxing vacation alongside Laney. The story is consistently engaging, with hints of romance and tension throughout. By the end, readers will feel fully satisfied as the characters undergo significant development, and the relationship between Laney and Jameson blossoms beautifully with each chapter. Will their one-month vacation honeymoon transform into a happily ever after?
Composing Laney has it all: complex, well-developed characters, a unique attraction between polar opposites, exciting moments, and a tension-filled romantic plot that will make you want to devour the book in one sitting. If you enjoy romance and escapism, this book is a must-read.
The story's pacing and Reichert's excellent writing allow the characters to grow and come alive. Unlike some romance stories that progress too quickly to be believable, Laney and Jamie's relationship develops naturally, immersing the reader in their complex journey. The writing is detailed without being exhaustive, offering insights into the characters' thoughts, desires, fears, and hopes, gradually building the tension between them. Initially, they may not seem like an ideal match, but as trust grows, they discover how they complement each other.
Set primarily on an island, the narrative allows readers to feel as though they are enjoying a relaxing vacation alongside Laney. The story is consistently engaging, with hints of romance and tension throughout. By the end, readers will feel fully satisfied as the characters undergo significant development, and the relationship between Laney and Jameson blossoms beautifully with each chapter. Will their one-month vacation honeymoon transform into a happily ever after?
Composing Laney has it all: complex, well-developed characters, a unique attraction between polar opposites, exciting moments, and a tension-filled romantic plot that will make you want to devour the book in one sitting. If you enjoy romance and escapism, this book is a must-read.
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