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3.39 AVERAGE
3.39 AVERAGE
First thank you to st martins press and NetGalley for an e-arc in exchange for an honest review.
⭐️⭐️⭐️ ⭐️
Synopsis: three women in 1980s Los Angeles trying to break through the glass ceiling in the entertainment business. Beanie is the California girl that might not look like all the other woman but is smarter and sharper than most everyone. Ella a debutant from the south who moves to California and definitely makes an impression and finally Mercedes who grew up wealthy and leverage that to get what she wanted.
What I liked: this book is great. I love Hollywood back story books and this book delivered. Beanie was my favorite because she is so likable. She works so hard too and if she was a guy she would have been an agent so fast. I loved how she could solve almost any problem and worked so well with others. Ella i liked as well but she could hold a grudge. Mercedes used my least favorite tactic to success by leveraging her looks and female wilds. I did love how the author show you all of the different ways the woman survive, move up and bond together in the boys club. The gossip was great and had enough real life and made up to make you wonder what was real or not. This is a debut and can’t wait to read more.
⭐️⭐️⭐️ ⭐️
Synopsis: three women in 1980s Los Angeles trying to break through the glass ceiling in the entertainment business. Beanie is the California girl that might not look like all the other woman but is smarter and sharper than most everyone. Ella a debutant from the south who moves to California and definitely makes an impression and finally Mercedes who grew up wealthy and leverage that to get what she wanted.
What I liked: this book is great. I love Hollywood back story books and this book delivered. Beanie was my favorite because she is so likable. She works so hard too and if she was a guy she would have been an agent so fast. I loved how she could solve almost any problem and worked so well with others. Ella i liked as well but she could hold a grudge. Mercedes used my least favorite tactic to success by leveraging her looks and female wilds. I did love how the author show you all of the different ways the woman survive, move up and bond together in the boys club. The gossip was great and had enough real life and made up to make you wonder what was real or not. This is a debut and can’t wait to read more.
Just felt disjointed and based on other reviews it is. I guess I wasn’t looking for so much back story.
slow-paced
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
challenging
emotional
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Loveable characters:
No
emotional
funny
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
challenging
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
funny
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
challenging
informative
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
challenging
emotional
fast-paced
Loveable characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
emotional
funny
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Fun, feisty, and fabulously refreshing!
This was the book breather I needed between my usual epic fantasy books. Light, witty, and brimming with personality, it was like taking a stylish coffee break from dragons and doomsday prophecies.
It’s a quick, delightful read that never takes itself too seriously, while still delivering moments of insight and inspiration. It’s almost like a petty drama show waiting to happen. Beanie’s fate gave me total Mean Girls vibes.
If you’re looking for a palate cleanser between your 800-page fantasy tomes, this is it. Think high heels instead of battle boots, but just as much grit and determination. A total blast!
This was the book breather I needed between my usual epic fantasy books. Light, witty, and brimming with personality, it was like taking a stylish coffee break from dragons and doomsday prophecies.
It’s a quick, delightful read that never takes itself too seriously, while still delivering moments of insight and inspiration. It’s almost like a petty drama show waiting to happen. Beanie’s fate gave me total Mean Girls vibes.
If you’re looking for a palate cleanser between your 800-page fantasy tomes, this is it. Think high heels instead of battle boots, but just as much grit and determination. A total blast!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Sexism
Moderate: Drug use, Sexual assault, Sexual content
Minor: Death