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Orchard Hill #3
Feta and Freeways
He’d never noticed her…till now. Nikolos Acton is the lead singer of a Christian Band, Specific Gravity, struggling to make it in the industry after an unplanned break, touring the country with their manager, Tia. Tia Bartel loved Niko for the longest time, but it wasn’t until she stepped in to save his life that he finally realizes what has been there all along. Is it too late for him? Could a relationship between them work after years of ignoring her? How would he ever convince her he’s worthy of her trust? As they journey on the freeway of life and love, they encounter struggles as they are forced to rely on their faith, and friends, to make it through.
308 pages, Paperback
Published September 2, 2016
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September 29, 2016
Tai is secretly in love with the lead singer of the Christian band she manages, but Niko doesn’t seem to notice. He isn’t even aware she’s around even though she has done countless things to further his career. When she puts her life on the line to save him, his eyes are opened.
This is a touching story of a couple finding each other and working through fears and uncertainties all played out against the backdrop of a touring singing group. Action and excellent writing keep the story moving to a delightful and poignant end.
This is a touching story of a couple finding each other and working through fears and uncertainties all played out against the backdrop of a touring singing group. Action and excellent writing keep the story moving to a delightful and poignant end.
September 21, 2016
I’m a big fan of outside-the-box contemporary fiction, and the Orchard Hill series steps right in to fill a rut of genre-specific romance, suspense, mystery, or drama. Yes, these are love stories, but tales with a purpose that don’t need to be formulaic.
This fourth story from Baganz follows her general true-to-life premise that everyone has issues, everyone is broken and everyone needs the Lord as Master of his or her life. Then we need each other, and it’s the dealing with each other that always gets tricky, even for Christians. These very faith-oriented stories are all stand-alone, but draw on characters from the other books. In this book, the person who makes everything work for a rising contemporary Christian band, Tia, prefers the shadows of anonymity to worship her hero, the lead singer Niko, from afar. When Niko receives his wake-up call after Tia’s attack by a crazed not-fan, the spotlight shines on her—both the ugly and the good sides of what she’s made of. Coming into the light is a huge risk, yet one she’s willing to take with Niko enlightened promises and support.
Feta and Freeways is this story of what it takes to be committed to a higher purpose, a network of people who rely on each other through faith, family, and talent offered to the glory of God. It’s not perfect, it can be messy and twisted, but through it all there’s some giggles, a number of surprises and twists, revelations and a set up for the next adventure. A truly enjoyable read with a peek into life on the road, roots and wings, and the joy of camaraderie. For those who like faith-based stories of contemporary life in sometimes not so nice places and realistic decision-making.
This fourth story from Baganz follows her general true-to-life premise that everyone has issues, everyone is broken and everyone needs the Lord as Master of his or her life. Then we need each other, and it’s the dealing with each other that always gets tricky, even for Christians. These very faith-oriented stories are all stand-alone, but draw on characters from the other books. In this book, the person who makes everything work for a rising contemporary Christian band, Tia, prefers the shadows of anonymity to worship her hero, the lead singer Niko, from afar. When Niko receives his wake-up call after Tia’s attack by a crazed not-fan, the spotlight shines on her—both the ugly and the good sides of what she’s made of. Coming into the light is a huge risk, yet one she’s willing to take with Niko enlightened promises and support.
Feta and Freeways is this story of what it takes to be committed to a higher purpose, a network of people who rely on each other through faith, family, and talent offered to the glory of God. It’s not perfect, it can be messy and twisted, but through it all there’s some giggles, a number of surprises and twists, revelations and a set up for the next adventure. A truly enjoyable read with a peek into life on the road, roots and wings, and the joy of camaraderie. For those who like faith-based stories of contemporary life in sometimes not so nice places and realistic decision-making.
September 15, 2016
Nikolos Acton is lead singer for Specific Gravity. Tia Bartel is the band manager.
Tia tries to catch Nikolos’ attention, but he doesn’t see her, until she stops a man from attacking Niko. She is beaten, strangled, and shot.
As she’s recuperating, Niko discovers Tia’s feelings for him. As he’s taking care of her he falls in love with her. But can Tia trust him? Women flock to him at the concerts. She’s liked him for a long time. Why is he just now noticing her? Is he feeling guilty and mistaking that for love? How can she trust him with her heart after what she’s gone through?
This story is so sweet, filled with Niko and Tia learning about each other, traveling on the road with the band, and forging a relationship with God and each other.
Tia tries to catch Nikolos’ attention, but he doesn’t see her, until she stops a man from attacking Niko. She is beaten, strangled, and shot.
As she’s recuperating, Niko discovers Tia’s feelings for him. As he’s taking care of her he falls in love with her. But can Tia trust him? Women flock to him at the concerts. She’s liked him for a long time. Why is he just now noticing her? Is he feeling guilty and mistaking that for love? How can she trust him with her heart after what she’s gone through?
This story is so sweet, filled with Niko and Tia learning about each other, traveling on the road with the band, and forging a relationship with God and each other.
December 1, 2016
Who knew that a plot set amidst the Christian Contemporary Music world would be so fascinating? It was clear the author has an extensive knowledge of the milieu she portrayed.
The ups and downs of the characters were engrossing, yet not stressful (if you know what I mean). I thoroughly enjoyed it, found it to be groundbreakingly fresh--not at all predictable.
Feta and Freeways deserves a wide audience.
The ups and downs of the characters were engrossing, yet not stressful (if you know what I mean). I thoroughly enjoyed it, found it to be groundbreakingly fresh--not at all predictable.
Feta and Freeways deserves a wide audience.
November 14, 2016
One of Susan Baganz's best! I enjoyed this book, but could never figure out why she titled her story "Feta and Freeways."
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