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Falling for Chloe
A total life do-over, that s what Jake needs; a chance to unmake his past mistakes. Because in his zeal to fulfill his beloved dream of wealth and fame, Jake lost Chloe, the one he loved above all else.
First he betrayed her. Then came the drugs. And in the real world, opportunities to undo things like that just don't happen.
Or do they? Could a paparazzi-induced traffic accident actually provide an opportunity for Jake to restore his ruined life?
Set against the glitzy backdrop of the recording business, HOT tells the story of a young man s dream to restore the dream he lived before his dreams came true.
First he betrayed her. Then came the drugs. And in the real world, opportunities to undo things like that just don't happen.
Or do they? Could a paparazzi-induced traffic accident actually provide an opportunity for Jake to restore his ruined life?
Set against the glitzy backdrop of the recording business, HOT tells the story of a young man s dream to restore the dream he lived before his dreams came true.
240 pages, Paperback
First published August 20, 2015
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David Stearman
12 books38 followersI'm a professional songwriter/recording artist-turned novelist, who likes to write adventures set in exotic locales. I have a special love for the tropics--jungles and beaches--that's reflected in both my stories and personal life. (In the form of hobbies like breeding parrots, growing orchids, and keeping saltwater reef aquariums.)
I travel widely and strive to write about the places I visit in a way that will make readers feel they've been there too. I've always seen this world as a place of wonder, surpassed only by the people who inhabit it and it's divine Creator.
I travel widely and strive to write about the places I visit in a way that will make readers feel they've been there too. I've always seen this world as a place of wonder, surpassed only by the people who inhabit it and it's divine Creator.
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September 1, 2015
Wow, wow, wow!! This book was AMAZING! This book just totally sucked me in and I had a hard time putting this down. Substance. That is what was in my mind while I was reading. Stearman's writing was full of substance. There was nothing in this book that was flighty or lightweight, if that makes sense.
This story is told through Jake's eyes, a young man who writes music and wants to make it big in the music world. But at what cost? In this process, Jakes loses Chloe, the one thing that means the most to him.
"All you care about these days is fame. You're eaten up with it, and that doesn't bode well for our future together.
Jake's overwhelming fame takes a toll, including drugs and alcohol. The story is a whirlwind of ups and downs and I felt Jake's frustration and desperation throughout this story. And there are some amazing twists and turns that I never saw coming!
This book proves that not everyone is as they appear and sometimes the people you least expect will be the ones who will be by your side when the floor falls out from under you.
"Anyway, if I remember right, there was this gold prospector riding through the Outback on his mule. Passing along a trail, he spotted some eggs on the ground, so he nabbed them and put them into his pack to cook for lunch. But when he finally took them out to fry, he found they weren't eggs after all, they were egg-shaped rocks. So out of curiosity, he cracked one open and found an opal inside. So he cracked the other open, and there were opals in them too. Evidently, Australian opals sometimes come this way, in a sandstone covering. But the moral of the story is this: it's what's on the inside, not the outside, of those rocks that gives them their value. And it's same with us."
This book flowed so well. I loved the conversations and sometimes cringed at the honestly spoken things that came out of Jake's mouth. And it was a breath of fresh air with the absence of sex and profanity. And while I don't mind those in a book, this book lacked NOTHING without them.
If I could rate this higher than 5 stars, I would! I highly recommend this book. You will not be disappointed!
I received this copy in exchange for my honest review.
This story is told through Jake's eyes, a young man who writes music and wants to make it big in the music world. But at what cost? In this process, Jakes loses Chloe, the one thing that means the most to him.
"All you care about these days is fame. You're eaten up with it, and that doesn't bode well for our future together.
Jake's overwhelming fame takes a toll, including drugs and alcohol. The story is a whirlwind of ups and downs and I felt Jake's frustration and desperation throughout this story. And there are some amazing twists and turns that I never saw coming!
This book proves that not everyone is as they appear and sometimes the people you least expect will be the ones who will be by your side when the floor falls out from under you.
"Anyway, if I remember right, there was this gold prospector riding through the Outback on his mule. Passing along a trail, he spotted some eggs on the ground, so he nabbed them and put them into his pack to cook for lunch. But when he finally took them out to fry, he found they weren't eggs after all, they were egg-shaped rocks. So out of curiosity, he cracked one open and found an opal inside. So he cracked the other open, and there were opals in them too. Evidently, Australian opals sometimes come this way, in a sandstone covering. But the moral of the story is this: it's what's on the inside, not the outside, of those rocks that gives them their value. And it's same with us."
This book flowed so well. I loved the conversations and sometimes cringed at the honestly spoken things that came out of Jake's mouth. And it was a breath of fresh air with the absence of sex and profanity. And while I don't mind those in a book, this book lacked NOTHING without them.
If I could rate this higher than 5 stars, I would! I highly recommend this book. You will not be disappointed!
I received this copy in exchange for my honest review.
February 7, 2016
Believe in yourself; don’t put yourself down; so many inspirational messages fill our lives, promising success to follow hard labors, with fame and fortune lying in the wings. The narrator, Jacob Marley, of D Stearman’s Falling for Chloe finds himself easily sucked into the world's inspirational dream, and the tale of his rise, or fall, is enthrallingly told.
Jacob’s a talented musician, singer, song-writer, as the story begins, and a handsome young man. His high school voice is rendered with convincing immaturity, and grows a believably awkward sense of self-worth as Jake enters young (successful) adulthood. Situations and locations are vividly rendered too in this novel, offering a great blend of youthful angst and arrogance, together with lyrical beauty. It’s a mix that works wonderfully, making the narrator’s descent into success all the more palpable, and palpably sad. Meanwhile Chloe, ever supportive in music and love, but not the pursuit of fame, lingers like a lost dream as she seeks a different path.
Falling for Chloe tells the story of a young man falling for fame and glory, instead of for the girl. Convincing details of the music scene and its machinations give the tale both edge and power. But real power’s in the redemption of realization and return. This is a Christian novel, and redemption is hinted even as Jacob falls. But faith is revealed in an evocative, low-key manner throughout, making this a great read for anyone of any age or belief. I really enjoyed it.
Disclosure: I was given a free ecopy and I loved it.
Jacob’s a talented musician, singer, song-writer, as the story begins, and a handsome young man. His high school voice is rendered with convincing immaturity, and grows a believably awkward sense of self-worth as Jake enters young (successful) adulthood. Situations and locations are vividly rendered too in this novel, offering a great blend of youthful angst and arrogance, together with lyrical beauty. It’s a mix that works wonderfully, making the narrator’s descent into success all the more palpable, and palpably sad. Meanwhile Chloe, ever supportive in music and love, but not the pursuit of fame, lingers like a lost dream as she seeks a different path.
Falling for Chloe tells the story of a young man falling for fame and glory, instead of for the girl. Convincing details of the music scene and its machinations give the tale both edge and power. But real power’s in the redemption of realization and return. This is a Christian novel, and redemption is hinted even as Jacob falls. But faith is revealed in an evocative, low-key manner throughout, making this a great read for anyone of any age or belief. I really enjoyed it.
Disclosure: I was given a free ecopy and I loved it.
September 1, 2015
This is a romance story of young love, adulthood, and a touch of mystery all tied up in one story.
The story revolves around Jake who meets a famous rock star, who changes Jake’s life forever. Jake goes from ugly duckling to handsome hunk. He meets the love of his life Chloe. She loves Jake so much that she is willing to set him free to let him follow his dream. As Jake is following his dream, there is someone following him. Jake is also very fortunate to have a best friend name Snort that sticks by him through thick and thin, no matter how far down Jake falls Snort is there for him. Jake is lucky to be alive….
I RECEIVED THIS BOOK AS A GIFT FOR A FAIR/HONEST REVIEW and REVIEWER FOR Bloggin' With M.Brennan
The story revolves around Jake who meets a famous rock star, who changes Jake’s life forever. Jake goes from ugly duckling to handsome hunk. He meets the love of his life Chloe. She loves Jake so much that she is willing to set him free to let him follow his dream. As Jake is following his dream, there is someone following him. Jake is also very fortunate to have a best friend name Snort that sticks by him through thick and thin, no matter how far down Jake falls Snort is there for him. Jake is lucky to be alive….
I RECEIVED THIS BOOK AS A GIFT FOR A FAIR/HONEST REVIEW and REVIEWER FOR Bloggin' With M.Brennan
September 21, 2018
Another great read
Falling For Chloe was enjoyable to read. The story flowed and kept my attention. In a world where most books and TV shows are about murder and detectives and gloomy dark storylines, this book was a ray of sunshine for me. Thanks David!
Falling For Chloe was enjoyable to read. The story flowed and kept my attention. In a world where most books and TV shows are about murder and detectives and gloomy dark storylines, this book was a ray of sunshine for me. Thanks David!
October 3, 2019
Jake’s focus was on his music,the trappings that went with that lifestyle caught up with him. Older seeing the pitfalls, and what was lost. Chloe was a love he would now like to have.The story was well told thru him.
February 1, 2018
Great celeb romance
This story is a great romantic story that is not a heavy romance. What I mean is thatbit is not just about romance but about the growth of a person that leads to a romance.
This story is a great romantic story that is not a heavy romance. What I mean is thatbit is not just about romance but about the growth of a person that leads to a romance.
July 8, 2016
As a reader and reviewer of rockstar romances, Falling for Chloe was a bit of a different read - which isn't necessarily a bad thing at all. If you love the rockstar angle, but find the overwhelming amount of erotica in the genre off-putting, this is definitely a book I would recommend for you. It is a completely clean read, with a Christian message, but the Christianity messages are pretty well camoflauged (as in, if you aren't looking for them, you could miss them.) I picked up on a few here and there, but for the most part I would have to say I didn't think of it as a Christian book and noticed it more in other reviews than in the actual text of the book. In retrospect, it was there, but as I would prefer religious messages to be, it was rather subtle. That could be the Methodist in me shining through, but it seemed to be just the right amount.
If you can buy the opening where Steven Tyler shows up in a McDonald's in Nowhere, Kentucky, and tells a kid he seems like a singer and to email him demos, you can buy the rest of it. There is also a insta-love/love-cute scenario built into that fateful McDonald's trip, but again, if you can accept that, you should be fine with the rest as well. In the fiction world I am willing to suspend disbelief quite a ways, but I will admit that this one pushed my limits in a number of scenarios, which probably is the biggest reason it gets 4 stars instead of 5. (Lol, sadly the one that pretty much pushed me over the edge, was the 1956 Mustang....I am not a huge Mustang fan, but am well aware that the first model year was 1964 1/2....I realize this is minor in the grand scheme of things, but it definitely pulled me out of the scene.) I won't bring up the others, as in some places they will reveal spoilers, and I realize that not everyone shares my view of reality, especially when it comes to the music business. I don't have any intentions of being a bubble burster. There is also one medical procedure I highly question being more familiar with the particular issue it addresses than I would like to be, but that one was fairly easy to overlook.
Their are some fantastically witty moments, and plenty of roller coaster emotions. There is a thrilling subplot, that didn't have a truly shocking ending, but I was a bit surprised, and that plot line had me very invested. It is definitely well written, and I saw only a couple of typo type errors in the entire work.
I have mixed feelings about the titular character. Sometimes I adored Chloe, and others I wasn't too sure where her head and/or heart were. It would be difficult to truly dislike her. She is sweet and she does have good insight, even if she seems almost heartless about it at times. I guess that means I connected more to the musician, Jacob Marley (The Ghost - loved that reference.) That should be no surprise, I don't deny having a big draw to musicians. His story hits most of the stereotypes of musicians in any genre who hit superstardom, but I did feel for him.
Overall, I would definitely recommend this book, especially for readers who prefer a cleaner read. I recieved a copy for review purposes.
If you can buy the opening where Steven Tyler shows up in a McDonald's in Nowhere, Kentucky, and tells a kid he seems like a singer and to email him demos, you can buy the rest of it. There is also a insta-love/love-cute scenario built into that fateful McDonald's trip, but again, if you can accept that, you should be fine with the rest as well. In the fiction world I am willing to suspend disbelief quite a ways, but I will admit that this one pushed my limits in a number of scenarios, which probably is the biggest reason it gets 4 stars instead of 5. (Lol, sadly the one that pretty much pushed me over the edge, was the 1956 Mustang....I am not a huge Mustang fan, but am well aware that the first model year was 1964 1/2....I realize this is minor in the grand scheme of things, but it definitely pulled me out of the scene.) I won't bring up the others, as in some places they will reveal spoilers, and I realize that not everyone shares my view of reality, especially when it comes to the music business. I don't have any intentions of being a bubble burster. There is also one medical procedure I highly question being more familiar with the particular issue it addresses than I would like to be, but that one was fairly easy to overlook.
Their are some fantastically witty moments, and plenty of roller coaster emotions. There is a thrilling subplot, that didn't have a truly shocking ending, but I was a bit surprised, and that plot line had me very invested. It is definitely well written, and I saw only a couple of typo type errors in the entire work.
I have mixed feelings about the titular character. Sometimes I adored Chloe, and others I wasn't too sure where her head and/or heart were. It would be difficult to truly dislike her. She is sweet and she does have good insight, even if she seems almost heartless about it at times. I guess that means I connected more to the musician, Jacob Marley (The Ghost - loved that reference.) That should be no surprise, I don't deny having a big draw to musicians. His story hits most of the stereotypes of musicians in any genre who hit superstardom, but I did feel for him.
Overall, I would definitely recommend this book, especially for readers who prefer a cleaner read. I recieved a copy for review purposes.
September 1, 2015
Wow, wow, wow!! This book was AMAZING! This book just totally sucked me in and I had a hard time putting this down. Substance. That is what was in my mind while I was reading. Stearman's writing was full of substance. There was nothing in this book that was flighty or lightweight, if that makes sense.
This story is told through Jake's eyes, a young man who writes music and wants to make it big in the music world. But at what cost? In this process, Jakes loses Chloe, the one thing that means the most to him.
"All you care about these days is fame. You're eaten up with it, and that doesn't bode well for our future together.
Jake's overwhelming fame takes a toll, including drugs and alcohol. The story is a whirlwind of ups and downs and I felt Jake's frustration and desperation throughout this story. And there are some amazing twists and turns that I never saw coming!
This book proves that not everyone is as they appear and sometimes the people you least expect will be the ones who will be by your side when the floor falls out from under you.
"Anyway, if I remember right, there was this gold prospector riding through the Outback on his mule. Passing along a trail, he spotted some eggs on the ground, so he nabbed them and put them into his pack to cook for lunch. But when he finally took them out to fry, he found they weren't eggs after all, they were egg-shaped rocks. So out of curiosity, he cracked one open and found an opal inside. So he cracked the other open, and there were opals in them too. Evidently, Australian opals sometimes come this way, in a sandstone covering. But the moral of the story is this: it's what's on the inside, not the outside, of those rocks that gives them their value. And it's same with us."
This book flowed so well. I loved the conversations and sometimes cringed at the honestly spoken things that came out of Jake's mouth. And it was a breath of fresh air with the absence of sex and profanity. And while I don't mind those in a book, this book lacked NOTHING without them.
If I could rate this higher than 5 stars, I would! I highly recommend this book. You will not be disappointed!
I received this copy in exchange for my honest review.
This story is told through Jake's eyes, a young man who writes music and wants to make it big in the music world. But at what cost? In this process, Jakes loses Chloe, the one thing that means the most to him.
"All you care about these days is fame. You're eaten up with it, and that doesn't bode well for our future together.
Jake's overwhelming fame takes a toll, including drugs and alcohol. The story is a whirlwind of ups and downs and I felt Jake's frustration and desperation throughout this story. And there are some amazing twists and turns that I never saw coming!
This book proves that not everyone is as they appear and sometimes the people you least expect will be the ones who will be by your side when the floor falls out from under you.
"Anyway, if I remember right, there was this gold prospector riding through the Outback on his mule. Passing along a trail, he spotted some eggs on the ground, so he nabbed them and put them into his pack to cook for lunch. But when he finally took them out to fry, he found they weren't eggs after all, they were egg-shaped rocks. So out of curiosity, he cracked one open and found an opal inside. So he cracked the other open, and there were opals in them too. Evidently, Australian opals sometimes come this way, in a sandstone covering. But the moral of the story is this: it's what's on the inside, not the outside, of those rocks that gives them their value. And it's same with us."
This book flowed so well. I loved the conversations and sometimes cringed at the honestly spoken things that came out of Jake's mouth. And it was a breath of fresh air with the absence of sex and profanity. And while I don't mind those in a book, this book lacked NOTHING without them.
If I could rate this higher than 5 stars, I would! I highly recommend this book. You will not be disappointed!
I received this copy in exchange for my honest review.
August 15, 2015
"Hot" by David Stearman is a story that gives the reader a peek into a music star’s world. It’s narrated by the protagonist Jake.
I really enjoyed reading "Hot.” The story was told realistically and yet without the curse words or sex scenes that so many other novels use in dealing with this subject. It does, however, deal with drug and alcohol abuse.
This novel made my emotions twirl around my head and heart, and this was a good thing, because to truly enjoy a book the reader must feel what the characters are feeling, and I certainly did while reading "Hot". And though I’ve no personal experience with the craving for the drugs and alcohol, I did understand what seemed to drive Jake to these abuses, i.e. his depression and his need to strive for approval.
I kept reading because I wanted Jake’s story to have a happy ending. Everyone wants a happy ending, right? But of course I really can't tell you how things turned out, and you wouldn’t want me to anyway - it’s so much more fun to read and find out for yourself.
"Hot" even through it’s fiction, teaches some important life lessons. It was clear to me that applying some of these principles might make a big difference in any of our lives.
This novel isn't just another run-on-the-mill, feel-good love story. It’s full of twists and turns and situations that make you think, “Wow, I didn’t see that coming, but I’m glad it did.”
"Hot" illustrates the fact people aren't always as they seem to be; that appearances can be deceiving, and sometimes the one we dislike the most can turn out to be our hero.
I hope I’ve convinced you to read this story. Hot is my first David Stearman novel. Now his book "Hummingbird" is on my to-read list.
I haven given "Hot" five stars.
I really enjoyed reading "Hot.” The story was told realistically and yet without the curse words or sex scenes that so many other novels use in dealing with this subject. It does, however, deal with drug and alcohol abuse.
This novel made my emotions twirl around my head and heart, and this was a good thing, because to truly enjoy a book the reader must feel what the characters are feeling, and I certainly did while reading "Hot". And though I’ve no personal experience with the craving for the drugs and alcohol, I did understand what seemed to drive Jake to these abuses, i.e. his depression and his need to strive for approval.
I kept reading because I wanted Jake’s story to have a happy ending. Everyone wants a happy ending, right? But of course I really can't tell you how things turned out, and you wouldn’t want me to anyway - it’s so much more fun to read and find out for yourself.
"Hot" even through it’s fiction, teaches some important life lessons. It was clear to me that applying some of these principles might make a big difference in any of our lives.
This novel isn't just another run-on-the-mill, feel-good love story. It’s full of twists and turns and situations that make you think, “Wow, I didn’t see that coming, but I’m glad it did.”
"Hot" illustrates the fact people aren't always as they seem to be; that appearances can be deceiving, and sometimes the one we dislike the most can turn out to be our hero.
I hope I’ve convinced you to read this story. Hot is my first David Stearman novel. Now his book "Hummingbird" is on my to-read list.
I haven given "Hot" five stars.
July 4, 2016
Falling For Chloe is a story about fame and love. It follows the story of Jake Marley, an unpopular kid, whose dream is to become a big time musician. Jake gets the chance to live out his dream, but it comes at the expense of his love, Chloe.
The plot of the story is great. As Jake’s career grows, his relationship with Chloe is strained. The trouble with the couple causes Jake to engage in reckless behavior threatening his career and any chance of reconciliation with Chloe.
Jake, I felt sorry for him because he was a bit of a nerd and the unpopular kid growing up. As he became famous, he began to behave like a jerk, which turned me off. Yet, I was hoping he’d change his ways. As for Chloe, I felt for her in what she went through with Jake. You could sense that even though they weren’t together, she cared for him. However, there were a few times when I thought she led him on.
My main critique with the book is the pacing. At times, it appeared to go by too quickly. For instance, I found it hard to believe that Jake could go from someone who had no musical experience to an expert musician in the span of a month. It felt like there was so much going on with the story and it happened to soon.
Aside from that, I liked the story and I’m looking forward to reading more works from the author.
The plot of the story is great. As Jake’s career grows, his relationship with Chloe is strained. The trouble with the couple causes Jake to engage in reckless behavior threatening his career and any chance of reconciliation with Chloe.
Jake, I felt sorry for him because he was a bit of a nerd and the unpopular kid growing up. As he became famous, he began to behave like a jerk, which turned me off. Yet, I was hoping he’d change his ways. As for Chloe, I felt for her in what she went through with Jake. You could sense that even though they weren’t together, she cared for him. However, there were a few times when I thought she led him on.
My main critique with the book is the pacing. At times, it appeared to go by too quickly. For instance, I found it hard to believe that Jake could go from someone who had no musical experience to an expert musician in the span of a month. It felt like there was so much going on with the story and it happened to soon.
Aside from that, I liked the story and I’m looking forward to reading more works from the author.
September 15, 2015
This is one of those books, when you read it you take something away that you can use in your own life. I don't want to give any spoilers, but this book touched deeply at the heart of something I've struggled with this past summer.
The characters' motivations and goals were so easy to follow and so understandable, I felt like I was really pulling for them. I totally GOT them. The characters were very honest about the changes they were going through. The storytelling is done so well, I felt like I was changing with them. Maybe I was.
I enjoyed the author's descriptions of the setting, also. It was just enough to hold my interest without going overboard. This author knows what he's doing, and I look forward to more from him in the future.
I was gifted with a copy of HOT! in exchange for my honest review.
The characters' motivations and goals were so easy to follow and so understandable, I felt like I was really pulling for them. I totally GOT them. The characters were very honest about the changes they were going through. The storytelling is done so well, I felt like I was changing with them. Maybe I was.
I enjoyed the author's descriptions of the setting, also. It was just enough to hold my interest without going overboard. This author knows what he's doing, and I look forward to more from him in the future.
I was gifted with a copy of HOT! in exchange for my honest review.
August 18, 2015
Hot is an exciting book that grabbed my attention from the start. Jake is a young man who isn't in the "IN" crowd and his life gets turned on its head when he gets the break of his lifetime and becomes a song writer and performer. Will fame, fortune, and a wild lifestyle corrupt his life? Through a series of events he faces many challenges and when the paparazzi cause him to get into a wreck will he see the light and change his ways?
Hot is a great story with some amazing characters that you will quickly get to know and love. It is a well thought out story with some twists I didn't see coming.
I really enjoyed it! 5 Stars.
Hot is a great story with some amazing characters that you will quickly get to know and love. It is a well thought out story with some twists I didn't see coming.
I really enjoyed it! 5 Stars.
September 5, 2015
Hot is an exciting book that grabbed my attention from the start. Jake is a young man who isn't in the "IN" crowd and his life gets turned on its head when he gets the break of his lifetime and becomes a song writer and performer. Will fame, fortune, and a wild lifestyle corrupt his life? Through a series of events he faces many challenges and when the paparazzi cause him to get into a wreck will he see the light and change his ways?
Hot is a great story with some amazing characters that you will quickly get to know and love. It is a well thought out story with some twists I didn't see coming.
I really enjoyed it! 5 Stars
Hot is a great story with some amazing characters that you will quickly get to know and love. It is a well thought out story with some twists I didn't see coming.
I really enjoyed it! 5 Stars
September 5, 2015
Hot is an exciting book that grabbed my attention from the start. Jake is a young man who isn't in the "IN" crowd and his life gets turned on its head when he gets the break of his lifetime and becomes a song writer and performer. Will fame, fortune, and a wild lifestyle corrupt his life? Through a series of events he faces many challenges and when the paparazzi cause him to get into a wreck will he see the light and change his ways?
Hot is a great story with some amazing characters that you will quickly get to know and love. It is a well thought out story with some twists I didn't see coming.
I really enjoyed it! 5 Stars
Hot is a great story with some amazing characters that you will quickly get to know and love. It is a well thought out story with some twists I didn't see coming.
I really enjoyed it! 5 Stars
September 3, 2015
Narrated by the protagonist, Jake, HOT gives readers an insight into the music industry - both good and bad!
I enjoyed reading this. To begin with, I liked Jake as a character. As the story went on, I was interested in how far Jake would push himself and his friends before everything crumbled around him. It was also interesting to see what lengths Jake would go to in order to obtain the fame he desires. Very thought provoking! I wonder how many artists do this?
I enjoyed the creative way that Jake came up with to turn his life back into what he wanted. I would recommend this book.
I enjoyed reading this. To begin with, I liked Jake as a character. As the story went on, I was interested in how far Jake would push himself and his friends before everything crumbled around him. It was also interesting to see what lengths Jake would go to in order to obtain the fame he desires. Very thought provoking! I wonder how many artists do this?
I enjoyed the creative way that Jake came up with to turn his life back into what he wanted. I would recommend this book.
November 28, 2015
A rockin' and rollin' romance!
Chloe is fast-paced, entertaining, and hear-rending. From the glimpses of the music business to the soul searching we each go through to find ourselves, Chloe relates to real life. I highly recommend it.
Chloe is fast-paced, entertaining, and hear-rending. From the glimpses of the music business to the soul searching we each go through to find ourselves, Chloe relates to real life. I highly recommend it.
March 8, 2016
Good story for young adults! Jake wants Chloe but he also wants to be a rock star. Chloe wants a normal drug-free quiet life, so she dumps Jake and hooks up with Brandon (Jake's enemy). Sounds like trouble to me!
October 24, 2016
Enjoyable!
I thought this wasn't the typical guy gets girl story. It was so much more because you weren't positive which guy was gonna get the girl. I would recommend this and I will read more by this author.
I thought this wasn't the typical guy gets girl story. It was so much more because you weren't positive which guy was gonna get the girl. I would recommend this and I will read more by this author.
December 17, 2015
This is a great read, especially if you love romance, music, and finding out what is truly important in life.
October 1, 2016
It was all too cheesy, and too fast.
the transitions were all too murky
and the characters, especially the main ones, were all too confusing.
DNF at 16%
the transitions were all too murky
and the characters, especially the main ones, were all too confusing.
DNF at 16%
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April 30, 2017Entertaining, well-researched with regard to the contractual side of music industry. At times, hard to swallow the reality of instant stardom, but appreciated the picture of how dark the world of fame and fortune can be. Would have loved a deeper spiritual journey and to have Chloe's point of view, especially since this had romance in it. Would recommend for an easy, fun read.
October 17, 2018
Fame ain't all it's cracked up to be.
Ask Jake. There are things we want in life, until we get them. This a good love story. Good action.
Ask Jake. There are things we want in life, until we get them. This a good love story. Good action.
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