I read a LOT of books, including various genres of novels; usually 2-3 books (sometimes more) per week. Since getting my Kindle Paperwhite (click to read my review of this ereader) my reading addiction has gone to an even higher level! :<)
At the same time, with so many books to chose from now, arriving within seconds to my Kindle, I tend to pick and choose more, what books I actually read to the end. If it doesn't capture my attention in the first few taps of the screen, it's a goner. LOL
What a treat it is to find a truly engaging story, that is hard to put down and enjoyable right to the last page.
I read Falling Star by Diana Dempsey in a couple of days. I had other things I should have been doing but I kept going back to find out what would happen next in the story.
From the Amazon product page:
About the author:
"Diana Dempsey traded in an Emmy-winning career in TV news to write fast, fun
romantic fiction. Her novels have been called “almost impossible to put down”
(Romance Reviews Today), “skillfully plotted and filled with realistic detail”
(Library Journal), and “spicy, sexy, and sultry” (Booklist)."
About this story:
"Natalie Daniels’ husband just dumped her. Her boss is scheming to replace her.
And she’s falling in love with her sexy Australian TV news agent – who’s about
to propose to somebody else.
What’s a woman to do? Dig deep and show what she’s made of – which just might land her both the job and the man of her dreams."
What’s a woman to do? Dig deep and show what she’s made of – which just might land her both the job and the man of her dreams."
When I read this book, I wasn't actually aware of the author's background in TV news. But the authenticity of that fast-paced, at times cutthroat work environment came through, page after page.
Falling Star is Diana Dempsey's debut novel and was nominated for a RITA award for “Best First Book” by the Romance Writers
Association.
The story is fast-paced, with characters that come alive and make the reader want to succeed or go down hard! And with just enough details provided to set each scene but not over the top.
Natalie Daniels, the protagonist in the story is "the real deal". You want her to win, to get even, to conquer and overcome....and Natalie does not disappoint!
Natalie Daniels, the protagonist in the story is "the real deal". You want her to win, to get even, to conquer and overcome....and Natalie does not disappoint!
I won't spoil the plot by saying too much. Get a copy and prepare to enjoy a great read. One of the best novels I've read in quite some time.
I just noted that this ebook is FREE today over at Amazon.
Click now, I don't know how long that offer will last. ;<)
Click now, I don't know how long that offer will last. ;<)
I'm looking forward to reading more books by Diana Dempsey. She's written quite a few since Falling Star.
Overall rating for this book: Excellent. 5 out of 5
Thanks for the recommendation!
ReplyDeleteLet me know what you think of this book Teri. I think you'll really enjoy it.:<)
DeleteOnce again, you make me wish I had a reader...maybe one day.
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You won't know how you managed without when you DO get one Jen. And I think you probably will want to get one eventually. I still love REAL books but I also love the convenience and speed of my Kindle. And reading on it is so relaxing too, not like some 'screens' that get to be hard on the eyes after a while. ;<)
DeleteSounds like a great book. Love to read on a Kindle too. For some reason, I read faster than with a paper book.
ReplyDeleteI think you love the Paperwhite more than me. ;<) It's yours, as long as I get a Fire for XMAS. Deal? ;<)
DeleteI'm trying so hard to get with the program, books are so expensive......I will eventually do it, I know it, that is if I want to continue reading ahhhh or maybe if everyone switches over the books will get cheaper, ah strategy! the again they could just stop can't win can I?
ReplyDeleteBooks ARE expensive, they take up space, they can be heavy to tote around...it is SO much cheaper to get books on an ereader. I would have never been able to buy all the books I've read since getting my Kindle, if I had to buy print books. Yes, there is the libraries and I love libraries and still use our local one a lot. But for new novels and so much more, an ereader pays for itself in short order. As I said above, when you do get one, you won't know how you managed without it. ;<)
DeleteGreat post, glad I got here in time to download free! Thanks for the share!
ReplyDeleteYou're very welcome Debby! Hope you enjoy this book. :<)
DeleteThis sounds good. I missed the free offer but I'm going to put your blog in my blog list and keep up with it. Sweet hugs!
ReplyDeleteI just checked again, this book is still free as of today, Tuesday. Maybe it's one that the author always leaves free at Amazon. ;<)
DeleteI've checked a few different days but it's still not showing as free for me. I'll check again or break down and spend a little to get it! Thanks for letting me know about this book my friend!
Deletewoo woo woo!!!
ReplyDeleteAnd woo woo...back at ya! ;<)
DeleteWell i did it so cute , but I don't have WiFi 'cause I keep on wanting to go wireless and I forget so I guess I'll call today, but you're right I can see reading it, fun
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