This is the debut performance of “Haley’s Letter” at the “Dream Catchers” book release party. The song is being performed by Alexander Kikis and the producer of the song, James Manzello. Lyrics were written by Sandy Lo and music was written by James Manzello and co-produced by Frans Mernick.
Written by: Denise Solis
Originally Published at: http://starshinemag.com/2009/01/lost-in-you/
I must preface this with a bit of honesty: When Sandy first asked me to read her book I was hesitant since I realized that it was a romantic story and that is usually not my taste. However, since I have known her for so long, and I respect her as the creator of StarShine, and truly admire her general tenacity as an interviewer, I figured, why not?
Sandy Lo’s telling of this romantic realization tale is truly a classically easy read. Her characters are not only three-dimensional but interact with each other in a hugely personal way. Any woman who has ever been in a complicated relationship can certainly identify with “Cooper Jackson”. She is a vibrant, passionate young woman searching for herself in the wake of her Mother’s passing. As all of us humans, Cooper seeks out true love, understanding and compassion. She ventures into a world she knows nothing about filled with time moving at a zillion miles an hour and egos bigger than the planet.
To set the story in motion, Cooper gets caught up in not one, but two relationships. Of course, one is accessible and the other not so much. A choice must be made! Following Cooper on her adventures into the twilight zone realm of a world renowned pop group is a unique glimpse into the music industry as few know it. That coupled with the dynamics of the group as celebrities, boyfriends and lovers just adds to the titillating events as they unfold.
Between the delightful banter that will make you chuckle and the drama of young emotions raging off the page, this book will draw you in. The ending of the story I will not give away but suffice to say you will be pleasantly surprised.
As I said in the beginning of this review, usually romances are not my cup of tea. But I have to admit, first, reading about a character kind of modeled after me was fun and heartwarming. Second, I am so looking forward to future stories from Sandy Lo.
Keep ’em coming!!
To purchase Lost In You, go to: http://www.lulu.com/content/5708289
For more information on Sandy Lo: www.sandy-lo.com
Release Date: January 20, 2009
Genre: Romance/Fiction
Purchase: Lulu, Amazon and Kindle.
Cooper Jackson is a young woman who flies by the seat of her pants. She has a commitment-free life; always picking up and leaving whenever she feels like it. She doesn’t let anyone get too close, but a wedding in sunny Florida changes everything. Cooper meets Sound Wave, a famous “boy band”; the crooners are practically fighting for the young girl’s attention, but she is holding out for only one of them: Ryan Latham.
Cooper could not deny the sexual energy between her and the band’s resident “bad boy”, JT Madden. After a trip to the emergency room with Ryan, she is stuck in Florida with an injured ankle. Feeling like Cinderella after a night with Prince Charming, Cooper is glad she has an excuse to stay in town. Momentarily forgetting to keep her heart locked up, she finds herself pursuing Ryan, only to find out he’s engaged. With no hesitation, she agrees to go on a date with JT, leaving Ryan jealous and confused. He couldn’t help but be intrigued by this stranger, despite his pending nuptials.
With the help of JT and Sound Wave’s inner circle of friends, Cooper finds herself letting go, and actually loving life. Soon she realizes JT is getting serious about her, but not before she and Ryan come to their own realization: they can’t stop thinking about each other.
I’ll be doing the guest blog over at The Book Muncher, http://www.thebookmuncher.blogspot.com/
