One of the reasons that I enjoy blogging so much is that I get to meet so many new and interesting people. Through blog tours, I not only get some additional exposure for the blog, but I get to help authors publicize their new or upcoming releases and hopefully, generate sales!Today I am happy to be a part of the CLP Blog Tour for Stay Tuned by Lauren Clark.
Stay Tuned by Lauren ClarkFormat: Trade Paperback
Pages: 260
Published: November 10, 2011
Publisher: Monterey Press
Genre: Fiction
My Rating: 4/5
Summary (from amazon.com):
Deadlines, Divas, & Danger: Behind the Scenes in the TV News Biz
For TV producer Melissa Moore, crisis management comes with the job. From employee disputes to her high-maintenance boss, there's not much she hasn't seen or can't handle. But no one - including Melissa - expects a fistfight during the ten o'clock news.
When sexy-but-crazy Alyssa Andrews lands a punch on her co-anchor's face, Melissa jumps on set to help. She's determined that WSGA's reputation won't be destroyed on her watch. Both anchors are fired and Melissa agrees to fill in - but not before polishing her look from haircut to heels. While the new Melissa wows WSGA viewers, her personal life starts fraying at the edges. Melissa's husband is away more than he's home, leaving cryptic Post-it notes in his wake. Her mother's antics spiral out of control at the nursing home and a stalker decides Melissa is her next target. What happens next? Stay Tuned to find out...
Review:
**NOTE: A copy of this book was provided by the author. However, no compensations were made and this review reflects my honest thoughts and feelings.**
As I read Lauren Clark's author blurb, I was intrigued to learn that she was once a news anchor on 'real live' tv. For me, it seemed to make a world of difference when I was reading Stay Tuned as it made everything so much more real.
Being someone who loves drama on tv (hence the reality show addiction), I was instantly hooked on this novel because it really did feel like I was reading a reality show book. Behind the scenes, in a newsroom, has to be one of the most fast-paced, crazy jobs there is. Lauren Clark's real-life experience allows the readers to see, not only behind the scenes of the set, but also behind the scenes into the lives of those who work the job day-in and day-out.
The personalities of the characters in Stay Tuned were very well developed. My favourite character was Candace, Melissa's best friend, because she was one of those 'take the bull by the horns' women and I loved how strong she came off. The crew at WSGA were just as I imagined a real life news crew would be... the 'off the hook' boss, Drew; the drama queen/king anchors, Alyssa and Tim; and the run ragged producer, Joe. Lauren Clark has a real talent in her writing style.
Overall, I really enjoyed Lauren's debut novel and I cannot wait for her second novel, Dancing Naked in Dixie, is released later this year.
Thanks for being a part of the tour, glad you enjoyed the book!
ReplyDeleteThis book sounds really cute and feisty ;)
ReplyDeleteHi Lindsay, Thanks for writing up the lovely review :) I'm really glad you liked Stay Tuned...DNID should be just as much fun (if not more).
ReplyDeletexx, Lauren Clark
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ReplyDeleteSuz - Hope you get a chance to read Stay Tuned :)
ReplyDelete......And I can confirm that there are quite a few 'feisty girls' in the book. I'm a big fan of strong female characters who overcome challenges!
All the best, Lauren
@Lauren - I cannot wait for the next book! Stay Tuned was spot on with your characters and writing style! Thank you for allowing me to be part of your tour.
ReplyDelete@Suz - you MUST read!
@Samantha - as always, it's been a pleasure working with you! :)
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