Star Attraction

by Ava Grace

Movie star Zayn Hamilton, the hottest new Hollywood actor to grace the big screen is every teenage girl’s fantasy.

He also happens to be my best friend Jenna’s older brother and the man I’ve had a crush on since I was eight years old.

When Zayn comes home to attend Jenna’s wedding, I plan on staying as far away from him as I can.

So why won’t he stay away from me?

If I can get through the week until he flies back to Los Angeles I might just survive with my heart intact.

As long as he doesn’t do anything stupid like try to kiss me again...

Genres: Contemporary Romance, Romance

148 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 12, 2019

About the author

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Ava Grace is a full-time writer who specializes in contemporary romance stories. She loves writing about strong women and the even stronger men who fall in love with them.

Her stories are filled with love, laughter and passion and of course the obligatory happy endings that make romance her favorite genre to read and write.

Ava is a British woman, born and bred in a little village in South Wales who shares her home with two large, boisterous cats that she is sadly allergic to. She loves traveling, eating out, and spending time with friends. She despises coffee. She loves the smell of freshly cut grass and hates the smell of lavender. She loves to interact but is usually the quietest person in a group.

She appreciates every person who has taken the time to read one of her stories. If you’ve enjoyed something she's written then anything you can do to help her will make her eternally grateful - even if it's only telling a friend about her books or writing a brief review.

Your support of indie authors like Ava means the world to her.

Reviews

[Nate · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved Madison & Zayne's story. Good characters. A shorter read but couldn't put it down. Grabbed me from the beginning. I received a free copy of this book. This review was posted voluntarily.

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[Elvira · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this author she always gives us books with storylines that are entertaining. The characters are well developed and engaging and the storyline flows smoothly.

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[Anne Harris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a wonderful story

OMG This a fantastic romantic story, it made my heart sinnnggggggg
Madison is getting excited for her best friend Jenna, as its not long now till she is getting married to the man of her dreams. The only problem is that means her older brother Zayn Hamilton will be coming home. Madison is not happy when Jenna Zayn up from the airport. Madison and Zayn's relationship had been one of annoyance really. He takes great pleasure in teasing her and winding her up. But that hasn't stopped Madison from having the biggest crush on him. And now that Zayn is a Hollywood actor she knows he is well out of her league.
Zayn is lonely He loves being an actor but all the fake people out there that just want to live through his success. And now he is on his way home it has made him think about the way people treat him there. No one treats him differently. They except him for who he is. And there is one person who is never far from his mind. His Madison. And this visit he was going to tell her how he really feels. But when he sees her he is blown away but the teasing is just so easy with her. He loves that it drives her crazy but maybe he needs to tone it back a bit!
This is a fantastic read so funny and romantic it was a joy to read. They are a brilliant couple who just want to be excepted and cherished for who they are. AN outstanding read

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[Vania Nunes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Madison had always a crush for Zayn, her best friend's brother, but he just wanted to tease her.
The years went by. At 15, Mad found herself completely in love with Zayn, but he, two years older than her, was in another vibe. And as he got older, Zayn's focus was on becoming a Hollywood star.
He moved from Marble Creek, GA, to LA to reach his dreams.

But now, Jenna was about to marry Sam, and her older brother would attend.
For Madison, Zayn would be a guest, and nothing more.
However, his plans were different...

Zayn had already achieved fame that made him known as one of Hollywood's most admired bachelors. Each week he was seen in the magazines with a beautiful woman. He had already won some awards, but the long-awaited Oscar had not yet succeeded.
Returning to his town for his little sister's wedding, Zayn began to wonder about his life... and how lonely he was.
Meeting Madison caused old feelings to surface.
He loved to tease her in the past, but that behavior actually hid his enormous attraction to her.
Now was his time to try to woo her.
Madison was strong, determined, responsible, and would not be fooled by his million dollar smile.
How could he reach her heart?
5 stars

[Val · Rating 4 out of 5]

Star attraction, Starstruck with a kiss!

Zayn and Madison are just the cutest! It is well written, quick read & they had great chemistry. Madison has been in love with her best friend’s brother, Zayn, since 15 years old but overtime, all the teasing became obnoxious & she concluded it’s just silly infatuation & nothing more, so it seems. Zayn is attending her little sister, Jenna’s wedding, coming home from L.A. where he is known as a big movie star, and once again, he will see Madison that became a lot older & a lot mature woman. This time around, he would like to do something different around her, to prove he isn’t as a bad guy she thinks he is. He likes to, finally, show his true feelings about her. Considering Madison had a tough time growing up with Zayn due to all the constant teasing, she always do her best to stay away from him & tends to keep it that way. However, the universe beg a differ & even if she is older and wiser, her heart brew something else, it does skip a beat when he is alone with Zayn. Yup, Until, he went home and started to put his southern charms & be honest & kiss her, things just got real! It’s a cute small town romance, a bit predictable but that’s okay. It’s a good escape romance!

[Caroline Doig · Rating 5 out of 5]

Madison grew up with her best friend Jenna and her brother Zayn he used to tease Madison severely but Madison has had a crush on Zayn since she was 8 years old but she pretended to hate him which made Zayn tease her more until one day he moved away and became a big Hollywood Star. Jenna is getting married so Zayn is coming home he has missed being home in Hollywood he put up with the fake people but he doesn’t trust them so he was looking forward to being home again he especially can’t wait to see Madison she tells him like it is and insults him any chance that she could get yes Zayn missing Madison he still teases her now and she goes bright red in the face from anger boy does she really give it to him. Even though Zayn had people around him all the time he felt lonely so he was glad to be home especially when he saw that it was Madison who picked him up and not his sister and the scowl on Madison’s face when she saw him made Zayn smile even wider. I had quite a few chuckles with them two goading each other all the time it was hilarious. This is a fantastic story I enjoyed it immensely and I highly recommend this book it’s definitely well worth the read.

[Shelly Wolf · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was another great book by Ava Grace ,,,, 

Madison Montgomery has a best friend named Jenna Hamilton who has a brother named Zayn who is a movie star in Hollywood and he was Madison's crush ,,,, has been forever ,,, they live in Marble Creek, Georgia ,,,, Madison and Jenna have been friends since the first day of kindergarten,,, and in love with Zayn forever, but he's a Hollywood superstar ,,,, he would never look at a girl like Madison ,,,,, 

Zayn Hamilton is a Hollywood superstar,,,, he started in a romance adapted from a popular book series that catapulted him into superstar status then acted on a trio of hits that firmly cemented his place of Hollywood elite ,,,, but there is something that he doesn't have ,,,, it's his sister's best friend, Madison Montgomery,,,, and he is going home and damn if he's not going to get her now that he gets to go back home to Georgia 

I really enjoyed this story and I think you would like it too,,,,, I would so totally recommend this book to anyone,,,, !!!

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[Julianne Macneil · Rating 5 out of 5]

i read this book as part of an arc program. This is the story of Madison and Zayn. They grew up together and Madison was best friends with Zayn's sister. Zayn always teased Madison and she hated that she found him attractive and was in love with him since she was 15. Zayn was now a famous actor in Hollywood and returned home to Georgia for his sister's wedding. Madison lived next door to Zayn's mother and ran a guest house. When Madison picked Zayn up from the airport, he was nice to her and she wondered why. Zayn had realizes he liked Madison and wanted her to be his. When reporters showed up following Zayn, they wondered if he was dating Madison and he told them she was his girlfriend, now he just had to convince Madison to be his. I really enjoyed this book. I liked Zayn and he was a little too sure of himself, but he really cared for Madison and i think he would do anything to make her realize he was serious about her. I laughed at their banter and thought they were perfect together. Another great one from Ava.

[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great read by Ava Grace. Zayn Hamilton is coming home to Georgia for his sister, Jenna's wedding. He doesn't get to come home much since moving to Hollywood and becoming the hottest new actor. The last thing Maddison wants to do is up her best friend's brother at the airport. Zayn is happy with his career but he feels something is missing in his life. Zayn teased and tormented Maddison growing up but that didn't stop her from having a crush. Now that Zayn is home, he is determined to prove to Maddison that he has changed and he knows they belong together. Highly recommend!

[Gladys · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this small town romance with a fairy tale feel. This shorter length read delivers plenty of feels as the story unfolds. Madison & Zayn made such a great pair. I thought that their intense chemistry and rich, shared history created a very solid and believable base for the romance to build on. Sweetness, humor and long hidden emotions make for a heartfelt and very fun read. This is my honest, voluntary review.

[Kathleen Bradbury (Bulfon) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Extremely entertaining, captivating and interesting sexy read. I could not put it down. Wonderfully written with strong, intriguing characters. I want to read more from this author.

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[Marcy Barth · Rating 3 out of 5]

cute read

This was a good book but it felt like the ending was super rushed and that it was lacking some.

Not sure if I’ll try another from this author or not yet. Not sure if I’d recommend it. I read it quickly and there was minimal mistakes it just seems like it missed that special something to get me hooked on an author.

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Entertaining

This is a sweet romance with snark, drama, and steam. The MCs are defined, engaging, and have chemistry. I enjoyed this entertaining book. I voluntarily read a free copy and this is my honest review.

[Claire Fletcher · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cute and feel good read

A perfect quick read, I loved that madi didn't treat zayn like all the other people! A perfect feel good romance that was a quick easy read.

[B. · Rating 4 out of 5]

A Very Simple Easy Read - Hollywood Stud Zayn Returns Home To Claim The Girl He Loved To Torture Growing Up!

Big-hearted Madison Montgomery is an open book. With her thick, wavy, dark brown hair, curvy figure, and flawless pale skin, she easily passes for a Hollywood beauty. Yet she has lived in Marble Creek, Georgia her entire life, and to this day, in her mid-twenties, she still lives with her mother in the house in which she grew up.

Madison hasn't had it easy despite her positive attitude. Her father left when she became a teen, so trust became an issue early on. And just as she graduated college and had her future waiting for her, her mother suffered a stroke that kept Madison at home. But she was resourceful. To support her mother and herself, she took out a loan and converted their large southern home into a guest house and opened it up for business. Her future in her small town even showed promise until her engagement was broken three months earlier by her cheating fiance. Now she is an easy target for small town gossip.

Fortunately, neighbor and best friend since kindergarten Jenna Hamilton is a constant in Madison's life. Although Jenna moved out of her mother's home and is set to marry Sam in a week, Madison knows Jenna will always be part of her life.

Hollywood stud Zayn Hamilton, late twenties, likes to keep busy. He has accomplished all the major goals he set for himself when he set off for L.A. (shy of his first Oscar). Life is great ... until he slows down and it becomes painfully obvious that something is wrong. He has been too busy for a long time to figure out what is missing. For nearly three years his hectic schedule has allowed him avoid facing what ails him. But his sister Jenna finally set a date to marry her high school sweetheart Sam, and the break in his schedule forces him to come to terms: he is lonely despite the fact that he is never alone. He is surrounded by fakes and everyone wants a piece of him. And there is only one woman who has never treated him like a celebrity or made him doubt her motives.

When Zayn returns home, he is a man on a mission and he fully intends to help his little sister's best friend recognize that all their feuding has been fueled by love. Nothing heats him up more than seeing an angry Madison, and he is uniquely capable of throwing the otherwise sweet Southern woman off kilter. But Madison's fears of abandonment are a real obstacle to the couple's happiness, and Zayn must work hard toward addressing her needs. The heat is on when this couple finally comes together! Zayn's confidence is charming, and it is great to see Madison find happiness. Their history provides an instant and deeply-felt connection. They deserve their HEA!

Two arguments take place later in the book that feel out of place; one among relatives and another between the couple. These arguments feel out of character and awkward, which puts a damper on the flow of the story.

This book is a very quick and easy read. The advance copy has some proofing issues that may be absent in the released edition. The plot is very simple. The characters are defined but without great depth due to the length. I rate this book 3.5 stars.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Raecharmed · Rating 5 out of 5]

Madison always had feeling for her best friend's brother Zayn. However all Zayn does is tease and torment her from the time they are kids through their teen years. Now he is a famous actor and she wonders if he has changed. He is coming home for his sister's wedding and she has been asked to go pick him up from the airport. Madison is getting irritated when he is over an hour late so when he shows and stops to let reporters take pictures upsets her even more. Zayn is surprised to see Madison and can't help pushing her buttons. Sparks fly between them but this time Zayn sees Madison and knows what he wants. Will she give him a chance at her heart? Can Zayn show her that he isn't the awful tease from her childhood?

This is an amazing story that will draw you in from the first page. The chemistry between them is blazing hot. This is a well written and very entertatining story. I would recommend this book to any book lover.

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[Elizabeth A. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ava Grace has another great love story. Madison, Jenna & Jenna brother Zayn all grew up as neighbors from grade school. Madison & Jenna went away to college and came home to live. Zayn went to Hollywood and became a big name star. Jenna is getting married and Zayn is coming home. Madison and Zayn have always been infatuated with each other, but kept it to themselves. Zayn always teased and tormented Madison just to get her attention. Madison was upset with Zayn because of the way he treated her. Zayn was determined to make Madison see how he felt about her was not sure how to go about it. This was probably the best part of the book, seeing what Zayn would go through next until he could make Madison see how he felt and to admit to herself how she really felt, until she could admit to him how she felt. Read the book to see if they can be together.

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[Jen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Madison just has to get through her best friend, Jenna's, wedding. You see, Madison has been crushing on Jenna's older brother, Zayn, for as long as she can remember. If they can stay on opposite ends of the room at all times all should be well. Zayn arrives and has other thoughts and plans. He is a movie star and although the glitz, glamour and fame are good, he finds no one is real with him but just agrees with him. Madison doesn't take his crap and disagrees with him on anything and everything, he finds himself looking forward to these exchanges. Being neighbors growing up and having known each other all these years, does it make getting involved harder or easier? Of course the bigger question, the risk if it doesn't work out? This was a really good story and fun read.

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[Deb · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was my first time reading a book by Ava Grace and I really enjoyed this book. The authors deceptions, word usage and characters grab you and you feel like you could be part of her story. I couldn't stop reading. Growing up as neighbors Madison and Zayn knew each other from their childhood. Zayn became a movie star and has felt like he's been missing something. He comes home for his sisters wedding and realizes what he's been missing is Madison. They have both always had feelings for each other and their chemistry together is awesome. I loved this book and I can't wait to read more form this author!!!

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[Linda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Zayn is a movie star. Madison is his sister Jenna's best friend. Zayn has teased Madison unmercifully since they were children and she tries to avoid him whenever possible, even though she still has the teeniest bit of a crush on him. Madison is the girl Zayn has his heart set on and there's no better time to make his intentions known than when he comes home for Jenna's wedding. If only he can convince Madison to take him seriously...

I really enjoyed this romance. It's a funny, sexy love story with likable characters that kept me turning the pages. The writing is great. This is my first read by Ava Grace and I am looking forward to reading more. I loved it.

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[Korkoi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Finally Acknowledging Their Feeling -
By Korkoi :

This is the second book I have read from Ava Grace and I can say I wasn’t disappointed. The plot line was intriguing, exciting and captivating. Zayn and Maddison grew up together but as an adult, he was a sought after Hollywood actor and Maddison was a simple, young business owner, who stayed back in their small town. Every time these two were around each other was explosive and heated, but they weren’t prepared to acknowledge their feelings. Each page turn took me on Zayn and Maddison’s journey of fun, witty banter and navigating through chaos, to get to their happily ever after. This book is definitely worth your time and recommendation to your friends.

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[Debbie Caswell · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a sweet romance about a Hollywood star and the woman that treats him like a real person

Zayne and Maddison had been Friends for most of their lives they had tormented and riled one another up all their lives, was there something beneath all that tomfoolery who knew they where to young to act on it before Zayne left. Now he is a big Hollywood star and he is fed up of all the glitz and glamour so he has decided to return to his hometown in an effort to find himself again. If in the process he manages to connect with the girl that he has always loved then that would make it perfect. Do they have a future together or will she reject him and his lifestyle You will have to read to see

[Christine Garza · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a heartwarming second chance romance. Zayn is a famous Hollywood actor with a secret crush on his sister's best friend Madison. Madi has always loved Zayn from afar since childhood. When these two childhood friends are reunited old feelings blossom with the possibility of love. Star Attraction is a great story filled with laughter, friendship, fear, uncertainty, passion, frustration, and love. Readers won't want to put down this new book from Ava Grace with wonderful characters they will fall in love with. I really loved this book.

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[Renata Gill · Rating 5 out of 5]

A best friends brother romance that will have you hooked from the first page...
Zayn is on his way home for his sisters wedding....he has achieved everything he has wanted, he is a Hollywood star, has lots of money and plenty awards...ok not the Oscar but there is time for that....there is one thing he wants and he is going to make sure he gets it ....Madison...he has loved Madison for years and now is the time to make her his.....but she cant stand him....as he has always teased her and said some really hurtful things to her....which he never meant.....

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[Carol · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was such a fun book to read. Neighbors that knew each other from childhood - Zahn had teased Madison unmercifully for years and the habit was hard to break. Madison was real to him and snarked right bac at him. After he got famous in Hollywood, a real person was nice to be around. It was fun to watch their progression from antagonists to lovers and friends. I really enjoyed the book and look forward to more from this author.

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[Lisa H · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Bickersons

Madison Montgomery and Zayn Hamilton have liked each other since they were kids. But he never asked her out or told her he liked her. Nope. He just teased her mercilessly and they got stuck in a hate you but I really like you mode for twenty years.

Zayn is back in town for his sister’s wedding and finally realizes he’s lonely and it’s time to get serious about Madison.

I liked that she made him work for it.
A great read. Fun, family and steamy.

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[Lenna Wright · Rating 4 out of 5]

It’s a short story great for bedtime reading, when these two childhood acquaintances since Zayne always picked and teased Madison, his little sister’s best friend since kindergarten. Both Maddie and Zayne started to secretly fall for the other but with his teasing she never let it be known not even to her bestie, his sister Jenna. Zayne is back I. Their hometown for a week from L.A. but what he plans to do That week is not to relax but to get the o ly women he has ever loved and wanted for over a decade.

[Jennifer Soppe · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great way to spend a lazy afternoon

Madison, a bed & breakfast owner, has known Zayne, Hollywood heartthrob, since they were kids. As the story progresses their dynamic changes, old fears get in the way, and finding a future together will take a leap of faith for both of them. Ava Grace’s Star Attraction contains, sassy female characters, strong male characters, and plenty of charm. I would love to read more about Jenna and Sam as well as seeing if Britney could find someone.

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[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Star Attraction is a small town romance about Madison and Zayn childhood friends who have had crushes on each other for years but never told the other. When they meet up at his sister's wedding and their chemistry and attraction are still there. Loved their banter back and forth, the humor and the friendship they had that turned into passion and love for each other. Great writing, sweet small town romance, believable characters and an HEA make this a must read. I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book.