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Piper Day's Ultimate Guide to Avoiding George Clooney
Finding romance in the world’s most glamorous city isn’t easy.
For Piper Day, fresh in town to work as a studio nurse on one of Hollywood’s busiest backlots, finding love seems impossible. Two men who couldn’t be more different vie for her affection: a wildly wealthy actor who gleefully bathes in the adoration of his public and a sweet, humble teacher who works at the on-lot childcare center.
Throw in the task of having to avoid one of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities or risk losing her job, Piper’s life is anything but smooth sailing.
On any given day, Piper can be helping a patient on the dusty set of a western or on the futuristic bridge of a starship or in the plush office of a studio executive. She never knows where a nurse will be needed once she enters the legendary gates of Gemstone Studios.
These are the adventures of Piper Day, a life where reality and fantasy tango in the dream-soaked world of Tinseltown.
For Piper Day, fresh in town to work as a studio nurse on one of Hollywood’s busiest backlots, finding love seems impossible. Two men who couldn’t be more different vie for her affection: a wildly wealthy actor who gleefully bathes in the adoration of his public and a sweet, humble teacher who works at the on-lot childcare center.
Throw in the task of having to avoid one of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities or risk losing her job, Piper’s life is anything but smooth sailing.
On any given day, Piper can be helping a patient on the dusty set of a western or on the futuristic bridge of a starship or in the plush office of a studio executive. She never knows where a nurse will be needed once she enters the legendary gates of Gemstone Studios.
These are the adventures of Piper Day, a life where reality and fantasy tango in the dream-soaked world of Tinseltown.
221 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 12, 2013
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Vanessa Fewings
43 books1,651 followersUSA Today Bestselling Author Vanessa Fewings writes both contemporary romance and erotic romance novels.
ENTHRALL has been optioned by Passionflix with the co-director and cinematographer attached from the Netflix hit 365 Days.
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Book 3 ENTHRALL HIM
Book 4 CAMERON'S CONTROL
Book 5: CAMERON'S CONTRACT
Book 6: RICHARD'S REIGN
Book 7: ENTHRALL SECRETS
Book 8: ENTHRALL CLIMAX
Book 9: ENTHRALL ECSTASY
Book 10: ENTHRALL SHADOWS
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ENTHRALL has been optioned by Passionflix with the co-director and cinematographer attached from the Netflix hit 365 Days.
Facebook group: Vanessa Fewings' Romance Lounge.
Contact: authorfewings@gmail.com
Book 1: ENTHRALL
Book 2: ENTHRALL HER
Book 3 ENTHRALL HIM
Book 4 CAMERON'S CONTROL
Book 5: CAMERON'S CONTRACT
Book 6: RICHARD'S REIGN
Book 7: ENTHRALL SECRETS
Book 8: ENTHRALL CLIMAX
Book 9: ENTHRALL ECSTASY
Book 10: ENTHRALL SHADOWS
VanessaFewings.com
Instagram: @vanessafewings
twitter: @vanessafewings
Vanessa is on TikTok!
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January 9, 2014
5+ Stage 9, Sunny stars! ***spoiler free***
What I loved most about this romantic comedy -aside from it's humor- was it's originality. There are many fiction celebrity books out there, but none quite like this.
The book starts off with Piper finding herself in an awe-struck yet embarrassing situation, which then sets the book up for some very humorous predicaments our heroin finds herself in.
After her....um....run in...Piper Day finds the most fantastic job at Hollywood's Gemstone studio, where her talent as a nurse truly shines.
Her job entails riding around in a gulf cart from studio to studio tending to the sick or injured celebrities and crew. Hello! I want that job!
At one point, Piper finds herself at studio 12. The same studio where Resident Hero is being filmed with lead actor George Clooney who she's trying to avoid!
Why? Well, that I can't tell you.
In fact, I won't say anymore. As much as I want to go into all the different characters and how they come together in the end, I don't want to spoil the fun. What I can say is how much I loved it.
The story was entertaining.
The writing was solid.
All the characters were well written. (And there were lots of characters)
It was evenly paced.
There were plenty of laugh out loud moments, but the humor wasn't overdone.
Nothing felt forced. <~~~~~~Best damn part!
Standalone. (No cliffhanger, yay!)
Honestly, I have nothing to complain about except that it's over!
This is a great feel good book that left me with a huge smile on my face. Definitely a must read for those looking to take a break from Angst-ridden books. This book was fun, easy and I loved it.
ARC provided by authors for honest review
What I loved most about this romantic comedy -aside from it's humor- was it's originality. There are many fiction celebrity books out there, but none quite like this.
The book starts off with Piper finding herself in an awe-struck yet embarrassing situation, which then sets the book up for some very humorous predicaments our heroin finds herself in.
After her....um....run in...Piper Day finds the most fantastic job at Hollywood's Gemstone studio, where her talent as a nurse truly shines.
Her job entails riding around in a gulf cart from studio to studio tending to the sick or injured celebrities and crew. Hello! I want that job!
At one point, Piper finds herself at studio 12. The same studio where Resident Hero is being filmed with lead actor George Clooney who she's trying to avoid!
Why? Well, that I can't tell you.
In fact, I won't say anymore. As much as I want to go into all the different characters and how they come together in the end, I don't want to spoil the fun. What I can say is how much I loved it.
The story was entertaining.
The writing was solid.
All the characters were well written. (And there were lots of characters)
It was evenly paced.
There were plenty of laugh out loud moments, but the humor wasn't overdone.
Nothing felt forced. <~~~~~~Best damn part!
Standalone. (No cliffhanger, yay!)
Honestly, I have nothing to complain about except that it's over!
This is a great feel good book that left me with a huge smile on my face. Definitely a must read for those looking to take a break from Angst-ridden books. This book was fun, easy and I loved it.
ARC provided by authors for honest review
June 25, 2015
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January 17, 2014
**2.5 Corky Stars***
This book is about the adventures of Piper Day; she is a registered Nurse who just landed a job in one of Hollywood most important movie studios working in their lot clinic. The night before her first day at the job, she runs into George Clooney at the supermarket, now- anybody would be thrilled if something like this happened to them but unfortunately for Piper, she is wearing her comfy PJ's, her bunny sleepers and her cart is full of George Clooney souvenirs that were on sale to raise funds for his charity, and to top at all, she has chocolate smeared all over her face, cute, right?
The next day she learns that dear Le George is at the studio where she works filming his new movie, now Piper makes it her mission to avoid the actor at all cost; because she's afraid he'll think she is stalking him, and get her fired. She gets into infinitive more trouble trying to avoid him and we go along for the ride.
The story is centered on Piper, her job, her friends, and her crazy adventures and while they were funny I thought this book was going to have a little romance but that wasn't the case at all.
I picked up this book because I enjoy a little Chick-lit from time to time, and I thought the cover was super cute and the blurb sounded comic and interesting. Unfortunately it just didn't work for me, I thought Piper spent too way much time inside her head and her inner monologues tended to run a little long and boring, another thing that didn't sit well with me was how much she obsessed about hiding from George Clooney, where in the end he didn't really care at all.
This one was a cute story, nicely written but I'm sorry to say that for me there was nothing memorable about it.
This book is about the adventures of Piper Day; she is a registered Nurse who just landed a job in one of Hollywood most important movie studios working in their lot clinic. The night before her first day at the job, she runs into George Clooney at the supermarket, now- anybody would be thrilled if something like this happened to them but unfortunately for Piper, she is wearing her comfy PJ's, her bunny sleepers and her cart is full of George Clooney souvenirs that were on sale to raise funds for his charity, and to top at all, she has chocolate smeared all over her face, cute, right?
The next day she learns that dear Le George is at the studio where she works filming his new movie, now Piper makes it her mission to avoid the actor at all cost; because she's afraid he'll think she is stalking him, and get her fired. She gets into infinitive more trouble trying to avoid him and we go along for the ride.
The story is centered on Piper, her job, her friends, and her crazy adventures and while they were funny I thought this book was going to have a little romance but that wasn't the case at all.
I picked up this book because I enjoy a little Chick-lit from time to time, and I thought the cover was super cute and the blurb sounded comic and interesting. Unfortunately it just didn't work for me, I thought Piper spent too way much time inside her head and her inner monologues tended to run a little long and boring, another thing that didn't sit well with me was how much she obsessed about hiding from George Clooney, where in the end he didn't really care at all.
This one was a cute story, nicely written but I'm sorry to say that for me there was nothing memorable about it.
November 26, 2013
BOOK REVIEW: Piper Day’s Ultimate Guide to Avoiding George Clooney – by Vanessa Fewings / Christina Cannarella
Get ready to roll out the red carpet as Piper Day will captivate audiences from 16 to 60 in what is a feel good, fun and refreshing read delivered in true Oscar winning style. – Kelly, Perusing Princesses (www.perusingprincesses.com)
This was such a fun and refreshing story. Piper Day is a real sweetheart who finds herself in quite a few unfortunate predicaments that will have you laughing your pretty little head off. If you a looking for an easy, angst free, feel good factor read then this is definitely one for you!
What I loved about Piper is that she was ‘real.’ An ER nurse who makes it her mission in life to help others. Her passionate, selfless demeanour gave this story a true sense of realism; considering the backdrop of this tale is set amidst one of the most prestigious studio lots in Hollywood, credibility was important and I feel the authors injected those elements perfectly.
From the very humorous opening scenes with ‘Le George’ to the end credits, this comedy romance is sure to captivate anyone with a penchant for ‘celebrity meets girl next door,’ and I can’t recommend it highly enough.
This is one of those novels that makes for a perfect holiday read with no hidden drama, just a sense of exhilarating fun with a strong friendship theme running throughout.
4 ‘Scrubs to Glitz and Glamour’ Stars.
Get ready to roll out the red carpet as Piper Day will captivate audiences from 16 to 60 in what is a feel good, fun and refreshing read delivered in true Oscar winning style. – Kelly, Perusing Princesses (www.perusingprincesses.com)
This was such a fun and refreshing story. Piper Day is a real sweetheart who finds herself in quite a few unfortunate predicaments that will have you laughing your pretty little head off. If you a looking for an easy, angst free, feel good factor read then this is definitely one for you!
What I loved about Piper is that she was ‘real.’ An ER nurse who makes it her mission in life to help others. Her passionate, selfless demeanour gave this story a true sense of realism; considering the backdrop of this tale is set amidst one of the most prestigious studio lots in Hollywood, credibility was important and I feel the authors injected those elements perfectly.
From the very humorous opening scenes with ‘Le George’ to the end credits, this comedy romance is sure to captivate anyone with a penchant for ‘celebrity meets girl next door,’ and I can’t recommend it highly enough.
This is one of those novels that makes for a perfect holiday read with no hidden drama, just a sense of exhilarating fun with a strong friendship theme running throughout.
4 ‘Scrubs to Glitz and Glamour’ Stars.
December 10, 2013
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This is the work of collaboration between authors Vanessa Fewings, whose The Stone Masters Vampire Series I love, and debut author Christina Cannarella. All I can say is that I hope these gals team up for more because this book was awesome!
Piper Day realizes she’s hit the jackpot when she was hired for her new job as a nurse at Gemstone Studios in Hollywood. I mean who wouldn’t want to practice nursing at one of the biggest studios, rubbing elbows with movie stars and seeing the amazing work that goes into putting movies and TV shows together? The only problem is that she was avoiding one of the biggest stars there was: George Clooney. It all started when she was on a junk food mission while having a break-up cry fest with her BFF and ended up running into George. In pajamas. With a cart full of George Clooney merchandise. And with chocolate smeared on her face. She’s convinced if he sees her on the lot, he will put her in the stalker category and she will lose this dream job. And so, Operation: Avoid The Clooney begins. Who would have thought that in her mission to avoid George she would end up catching the eye of two very different, very handsome, bachelors? How much more can a gal juggle?
Talk about a laugh out loud book! Piper Day goes down as one of the funniest, most adorable, kindhearted book gals in history. I adore her! Her antics and adventures ranged from hilarious to solemn and had every range in-between. She is an optimistic gal with a big heart and a fantastic sense of humor. There were more than a few of her avoidance scenes that had me crying with laughter. I couldn’t blame her for never wanting to show her face to George again after the chocolate-faced disaster! The people Piper meets along the way are almost as amazing as she is. Her two co-workers welcome her with open arms and become fast friends she is lucky to have found. There’s also a special man she meets in the beginning…but not in the sense you’re thinking. A very unassuming and kind older gentleman who turns out to be someone she never would have guessed. Almost a fairy godfather in a way. As for the two gents vying for her attention, well, I don’t envy Piper one bit in having to choose between the two! Very different guys but equally attractive, I do believe she chose wisely in the end *dreamy sigh* As for her best friend, I must admit I have a love/hate view on her. A few of the conversations Piper had with her left me a tad annoyed but luckily in the end, she came through for Piper.
I hope we get to see more of Piper in the future and I highly recommend this book if you want a fun, light hearted and entertaining read! Thank you, Vanessa and Christina, for teaming up and giving us Piper!
http://www.read-love-blog.com/2013/12...
This is the work of collaboration between authors Vanessa Fewings, whose The Stone Masters Vampire Series I love, and debut author Christina Cannarella. All I can say is that I hope these gals team up for more because this book was awesome!
Piper Day realizes she’s hit the jackpot when she was hired for her new job as a nurse at Gemstone Studios in Hollywood. I mean who wouldn’t want to practice nursing at one of the biggest studios, rubbing elbows with movie stars and seeing the amazing work that goes into putting movies and TV shows together? The only problem is that she was avoiding one of the biggest stars there was: George Clooney. It all started when she was on a junk food mission while having a break-up cry fest with her BFF and ended up running into George. In pajamas. With a cart full of George Clooney merchandise. And with chocolate smeared on her face. She’s convinced if he sees her on the lot, he will put her in the stalker category and she will lose this dream job. And so, Operation: Avoid The Clooney begins. Who would have thought that in her mission to avoid George she would end up catching the eye of two very different, very handsome, bachelors? How much more can a gal juggle?
Talk about a laugh out loud book! Piper Day goes down as one of the funniest, most adorable, kindhearted book gals in history. I adore her! Her antics and adventures ranged from hilarious to solemn and had every range in-between. She is an optimistic gal with a big heart and a fantastic sense of humor. There were more than a few of her avoidance scenes that had me crying with laughter. I couldn’t blame her for never wanting to show her face to George again after the chocolate-faced disaster! The people Piper meets along the way are almost as amazing as she is. Her two co-workers welcome her with open arms and become fast friends she is lucky to have found. There’s also a special man she meets in the beginning…but not in the sense you’re thinking. A very unassuming and kind older gentleman who turns out to be someone she never would have guessed. Almost a fairy godfather in a way. As for the two gents vying for her attention, well, I don’t envy Piper one bit in having to choose between the two! Very different guys but equally attractive, I do believe she chose wisely in the end *dreamy sigh* As for her best friend, I must admit I have a love/hate view on her. A few of the conversations Piper had with her left me a tad annoyed but luckily in the end, she came through for Piper.
I hope we get to see more of Piper in the future and I highly recommend this book if you want a fun, light hearted and entertaining read! Thank you, Vanessa and Christina, for teaming up and giving us Piper!
January 1, 2015
This was a fun read with a refreshing take on celebrity fiction. The running theme throughout the novel of avoiding George Clooney provided lots of humour and was very entertaining. I loved the originality of seeing Hollywood through the eyes of a studio nurse working in Hollywood's Gemstone studio, an amazing job!
The characters were all very well written and the story was enjoyable without feeling forced. My only criticism being that I felt that Piper's love life was a bit predictable.
I would definitely recommend this charming stand-alone novel.
The characters were all very well written and the story was enjoyable without feeling forced. My only criticism being that I felt that Piper's love life was a bit predictable.
I would definitely recommend this charming stand-alone novel.
June 18, 2014
I liked this book. It was funny and cute. The heroine was endearing and it was exactly what I needed. Easy to put down, but still enjoyable to get back to. Very easy and light read. The title is a bit misleading because George Clooney is not what this revolves around, but who cares.
September 8, 2016
This was a quick, easy, fun read. The main character occasionally got a little annoying when she got too analytical about things, and her obsessive avoidance of George Clooney was probably my least favorite thing in the book, but overall I enjoyed the book.
May 11, 2014
I won this in a Goodreads Giveaway. First off I loved this book! It was so funny but it wasn't over the top. I liked how I could relate to Piper and want to be her seeing celebrities! It never seemed fake though. This would be the best beach summer read!
January 5, 2017
Fantastic Read!
Some might say that the story is too preachy; but I loved the manner in which the author preached. I can't wait to read more of the author's work.
Some might say that the story is too preachy; but I loved the manner in which the author preached. I can't wait to read more of the author's work.
June 13, 2019
3 1/2... Cute, fun read. Great characters. Just a tad too predictable storyline. Perfect beach read.
November 9, 2019
This was a fun romp.
February 1, 2015
I would really give it 2.5 stars (it was OK but I liked it). There are good aspects of this book; someone in Hollywood who doesn't want to be famous and isn't blinded by ambition. Piper is an RN from Wisconsin who is happily settled in her dream job, nursing. Sure she is a nurse at a giant Hollywood studio treating everyone from electricians to elephant wranglers. And her life would be utterly perfect if she only had a boyfriend. And her best friend, a stuggling actress, just broke up with a total loser and is depressed; which sends Piper to the grocery store in her PJs for more ice cream where she first encounters George Clooney and utterly embarrasses herself.
Thus beginning her irrational fear that if she sees George again he will think she is stalker and get her fired. Which means you have to believe that George Clooney would remember some weirdo from the grocery store to the detail he would recognize her in scrubs rather than Green Bay Packer PJs and thus she must skulk about the studio avoiding him. Add in more craziness where she is pretending to be her actress best friend as an extra in a Clooney movie at the Studio she is employed. All while trying to figure out if her new hot neighbor is gay; meeting an actor who invites her to the Oscars and dealing with a 'rival' or two who are out to sabotage her.
Positives: Piper shows occasional signs of self esteem that goes beyond her looks or weight. She shows a real work ethic and puts her job and safety above frivolity. Negatives: Plot points that never develop, Piper's irrational paranoia at the carousel (Piper behaving stupidly), the double dress drama. Two glaring editing errors the use of Parameter instead of perimeter and Lanolin instead of linoleum.
Thus beginning her irrational fear that if she sees George again he will think she is stalker and get her fired. Which means you have to believe that George Clooney would remember some weirdo from the grocery store to the detail he would recognize her in scrubs rather than Green Bay Packer PJs and thus she must skulk about the studio avoiding him. Add in more craziness where she is pretending to be her actress best friend as an extra in a Clooney movie at the Studio she is employed. All while trying to figure out if her new hot neighbor is gay; meeting an actor who invites her to the Oscars and dealing with a 'rival' or two who are out to sabotage her.
Positives: Piper shows occasional signs of self esteem that goes beyond her looks or weight. She shows a real work ethic and puts her job and safety above frivolity. Negatives: Plot points that never develop, Piper's irrational paranoia at the carousel (Piper behaving stupidly), the double dress drama. Two glaring editing errors the use of Parameter instead of perimeter and Lanolin instead of linoleum.
May 1, 2014
At first glance this did not seem like the type of book that I would read. Even if it is not something that I would normally read, I still very much enjoyed reading it. This book was funny and it had a really cool perspective of what it is like working on the set of TV shows. It is about Piper Day, a nurse who just got a job as a studio nurse. Piper has to learn the ins and outs of the studio while trying to avoid George Clooney who seems to show up everywhere. Throughout all this she is trying to find a boyfriend. I found this book to be a fun easy read. The characters really stuck with me after I finished reading it. When I was reading my next book, I was still thinking about the characters. If you are looking for a funny, happy book, this one is for you.
March 17, 2014
This is an entertaining light read. It's good to read books like this from time to time but it really lacked romance for me. And I just love romance books. It wasn't bad it just isn't really for me cauz I like lots of romance. But It was able to make me laugh sometimes so plus points!!:)
I really like Piper. She's an awesome friend and just really nice. But I'm not really fond of her best friend, Ellie. She has her nice moments but sometimes she just seems like she's using Piper.
I do like the twist-ish in the end even if it wasn't really that huge a twist, it was still nice.
Overall this book is a nice quick light funny read. (Ikr. Lotsa adjectives.)
I really like Piper. She's an awesome friend and just really nice. But I'm not really fond of her best friend, Ellie. She has her nice moments but sometimes she just seems like she's using Piper.
I do like the twist-ish in the end even if it wasn't really that huge a twist, it was still nice.
Overall this book is a nice quick light funny read. (Ikr. Lotsa adjectives.)
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February 2, 2015Hilarious and Charming
I loved this book. It really made me laugh out loud. The characters are just so funny and charming. The storyline seems silly, but that's what gives it appeal. The main character, Piper, is a little ditzy, but hilarious. Especially when she is ducking for cover whenever George Clooney shows up. I highly suggest reading this book.
I loved this book. It really made me laugh out loud. The characters are just so funny and charming. The storyline seems silly, but that's what gives it appeal. The main character, Piper, is a little ditzy, but hilarious. Especially when she is ducking for cover whenever George Clooney shows up. I highly suggest reading this book.
February 2, 2014
What a great escape! As an LA native I found myself chuckling at her surreal experiences and cheering her on through the process. Piper is my kind of modern day heroine.
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