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Wanderlove #2
Semi-Scripted
Marisol Gutierrez has come to Los Angeles with a single goal: win the prestigious grant that will save her family’s struggling medical clinic back in Nicaragua. But, when a cute guy invites her to sit in the audience of a hip-but-failing comedy program, Marisol figures she’ll get a little entertainment out of her otherwise stressful trip.
Evan Abramson thought an internship at the So Late It’s Early Show would be the start of a long television-writing career, but their ratings are sinking. With every show, his plans seem one step closer to collapse. When a backstage crisis throws him into an onstage encounter with a gorgeous and charming audience member, Evan and Marisol become overnight sensations. And soon their made-for-television romance is the only thing keeping So Late from getting the axe.
As things heat up onscreen and off, Marisol and Evan are caught between their careers and their growing feelings for one another. Being together in front of the cameras puts Marisol’s grant at risk, but keeping their romance offscreen means Evan’s show is sure to fail. Together they have to decide whether to stick with the script and save their careers or improvise their way toward a happily ever after.
Evan Abramson thought an internship at the So Late It’s Early Show would be the start of a long television-writing career, but their ratings are sinking. With every show, his plans seem one step closer to collapse. When a backstage crisis throws him into an onstage encounter with a gorgeous and charming audience member, Evan and Marisol become overnight sensations. And soon their made-for-television romance is the only thing keeping So Late from getting the axe.
As things heat up onscreen and off, Marisol and Evan are caught between their careers and their growing feelings for one another. Being together in front of the cameras puts Marisol’s grant at risk, but keeping their romance offscreen means Evan’s show is sure to fail. Together they have to decide whether to stick with the script and save their careers or improvise their way toward a happily ever after.
224 pages, Paperback
First published November 8, 2016
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October 31, 2016
The first part of the book leaves you a little disconnected as far as what the story is about or what is going on. But then as you get into the second chapter and more, you begin to put together the whole story.
From the witty addiction of people to game shows and what they’ll do to get on one, to the crazy things people will do to sabotage another for the sake of winning, you get to see people at their worst in the story.
The author brings together two people who seemingly have nothing in common but yet have the ability to find humor and play off each other for a fun rom-com story that becomes a bit addicting.
With two different story’s going at the same time and a little romance thrown on the side, it’s tough to try to figure out how the two will come together. But the author does a good job with this crazy story and leaves you with a delightful thoughts of a possible HEA. I was hoping for a complete closure in the story but she left it open for us to figure it out what was to come… or maybe another story?
For something delightful and a bit different in style that of a typical romance or chicklit read, check out Semi-Scripted by Amanda Heger.
From the witty addiction of people to game shows and what they’ll do to get on one, to the crazy things people will do to sabotage another for the sake of winning, you get to see people at their worst in the story.
The author brings together two people who seemingly have nothing in common but yet have the ability to find humor and play off each other for a fun rom-com story that becomes a bit addicting.
With two different story’s going at the same time and a little romance thrown on the side, it’s tough to try to figure out how the two will come together. But the author does a good job with this crazy story and leaves you with a delightful thoughts of a possible HEA. I was hoping for a complete closure in the story but she left it open for us to figure it out what was to come… or maybe another story?
For something delightful and a bit different in style that of a typical romance or chicklit read, check out Semi-Scripted by Amanda Heger.
August 26, 2016
I really enjoyed this story! We meet Marisol in Without Borders. She’s fun loving and full of life and you couldn’t help but smile with each scene she’s in.
This is another great story by Amanda Heger that was filled with wit and emotions. Marisol and Evan’s slow build relationship had me anxious and filled with anticipation.
Marisol takes a trip to CA in hopes to get a grant to save her family’s medical clinic in Nicaragua. What she doesn’t expect is Evan. Evan who has brought adventure into her life. Evan who has reignited a spark inside of her. Evan who makes her feel alive. But, has Evan made a mistake that could cost him this wonderful friendship he has found himself in?
Suddenly stars of a late-night show, caught in social media frenzy, working to win the grant, being sabotaged by other contestants; this story was a whirlwind of frustrations and feelings that kept me waiting to see how it was all going to play out. The writing is great and makes you feel all of the emotions of each scene.
Filled with a flurry of laugher and emotions, I couldn’t put down this fun, heartfelt story, as Marisol & Evan captured my heart.
This is another great story by Amanda Heger that was filled with wit and emotions. Marisol and Evan’s slow build relationship had me anxious and filled with anticipation.
Marisol takes a trip to CA in hopes to get a grant to save her family’s medical clinic in Nicaragua. What she doesn’t expect is Evan. Evan who has brought adventure into her life. Evan who has reignited a spark inside of her. Evan who makes her feel alive. But, has Evan made a mistake that could cost him this wonderful friendship he has found himself in?
Suddenly stars of a late-night show, caught in social media frenzy, working to win the grant, being sabotaged by other contestants; this story was a whirlwind of frustrations and feelings that kept me waiting to see how it was all going to play out. The writing is great and makes you feel all of the emotions of each scene.
Filled with a flurry of laugher and emotions, I couldn’t put down this fun, heartfelt story, as Marisol & Evan captured my heart.
August 29, 2016
Semi-Scripted by Amanda Heger
2.5*
This story follows Evan, an intern on a failing tv show and Marisol who has come to the United States hoping to win a grant that will save her family's medical clinic in Nicaragua. When Marisol is turned away from her favorite game show, she's convinced by Evan to help fill one of the many empty seats on Its So Late, It's Early and the two become an overnight sensation.
This book was an ok read for me. I didn't really feel much of a connection between the characters and the story was a bit bland for my tastes. There were some humorous moments interspersed throughout but they were few and far between for me to clarify this as a RomCom. The writing seemed a little disjointed to me and I would have really liked to *feel* that the characters were falling for each other.
*arc received from NetGalley in exchange for honest review.
**Reviewed by Melinda for Jo&IsaLoveBooks Blog.
2.5*
This story follows Evan, an intern on a failing tv show and Marisol who has come to the United States hoping to win a grant that will save her family's medical clinic in Nicaragua. When Marisol is turned away from her favorite game show, she's convinced by Evan to help fill one of the many empty seats on Its So Late, It's Early and the two become an overnight sensation.
This book was an ok read for me. I didn't really feel much of a connection between the characters and the story was a bit bland for my tastes. There were some humorous moments interspersed throughout but they were few and far between for me to clarify this as a RomCom. The writing seemed a little disjointed to me and I would have really liked to *feel* that the characters were falling for each other.
*arc received from NetGalley in exchange for honest review.
**Reviewed by Melinda for Jo&IsaLoveBooks Blog.
September 9, 2016
This story is so darn cute. This is the second book in the Wanderlove series and is Marisol's book. In this one, Marisol has traveled to L.A. to go to a public health conference, hoping to be chosen for a grant to keep her mother's foundation in Nicaragua afloat. But first, she tries to get into a game show, which leads her down a crazy path. I absolutely adored Marisol that much more than I did in Without Borders, which is definitely saying a lot. She is sweet, feisty, and has an awesome sense of humor and adventure. Her plunge into American infamy and talk shows was so entertaining to "watch" as it was unveiled.
And then there is Evan, the lowly talk-show intern from Peoria, IL that she finds herself thrown together with. He is an adorable dork that you can't help but melt for. This not-exactly-a-country-boy chasing his dream in L.A., with all of his awkwardness, was a fun match to Marisol. I adored his grandpa, as well, and laughed at most of their interactions, about as much as I was touched by them.
Speaking of laughing, this book was FUNNY. There were so many chuckle-worthy moments and the layer of silliness was seriously charming. The amusing costumed audience members that crop up really add to it as well.
I appreciated the dashes of realism in this, too, with not everything being "perfect" in the end, but it all working out anyway. What happens with the various awards, and the future of the show, and even the romance between Marisol and Evan itself. It was perfect to help convey the overall message of the story.
This was a truly fantastic rom-com! It was fast-paced, and I just couldn't put it down, eager to see how it all played out.
I received an ARC from the author in exchange for an honest review. my opinion is 100% my own
And then there is Evan, the lowly talk-show intern from Peoria, IL that she finds herself thrown together with. He is an adorable dork that you can't help but melt for. This not-exactly-a-country-boy chasing his dream in L.A., with all of his awkwardness, was a fun match to Marisol. I adored his grandpa, as well, and laughed at most of their interactions, about as much as I was touched by them.
Speaking of laughing, this book was FUNNY. There were so many chuckle-worthy moments and the layer of silliness was seriously charming. The amusing costumed audience members that crop up really add to it as well.
I appreciated the dashes of realism in this, too, with not everything being "perfect" in the end, but it all working out anyway. What happens with the various awards, and the future of the show, and even the romance between Marisol and Evan itself. It was perfect to help convey the overall message of the story.
This was a truly fantastic rom-com! It was fast-paced, and I just couldn't put it down, eager to see how it all played out.
I received an ARC from the author in exchange for an honest review. my opinion is 100% my own
August 23, 2016
Witty and heartfelt, Semi-Scripted stays with you long after you finish.
Marisol and Evan have captured my heart, along with the rest of the world after they inadvertently find themselves on a fledgling late-night talk show. Marisol has traveled to LA to try and save her families medical clinic at a nursing conference, and while trying to get on a ridiculous game show, runs into Evan, an intern for a late-night show that has to convince the game-show rejects to sit in the audience. I loved that this was not insta-love, it was a slow simmer, with a fantastic build-up. These two find themselves in a social media storm, but when it turns on them, will they be able to weather it together, or will it tear them apart?
This book was uproariously hilarioius, I woke up my kids more than once with loud laughter. I was not able to put it down, I was grinning so much my cheeks hurt, and you can't help but fall in love with these characters. It's unlike any book I've ever read, Amanda Heger has that something special that doesn't come along every day thing going on. While it says that it's the second in a series, this was my first book by Ms. Heger, and I had no problem following along, and it definitely won't be my last by her.
A huge thank you to the author and publisher for a copy via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Marisol and Evan have captured my heart, along with the rest of the world after they inadvertently find themselves on a fledgling late-night talk show. Marisol has traveled to LA to try and save her families medical clinic at a nursing conference, and while trying to get on a ridiculous game show, runs into Evan, an intern for a late-night show that has to convince the game-show rejects to sit in the audience. I loved that this was not insta-love, it was a slow simmer, with a fantastic build-up. These two find themselves in a social media storm, but when it turns on them, will they be able to weather it together, or will it tear them apart?
This book was uproariously hilarioius, I woke up my kids more than once with loud laughter. I was not able to put it down, I was grinning so much my cheeks hurt, and you can't help but fall in love with these characters. It's unlike any book I've ever read, Amanda Heger has that something special that doesn't come along every day thing going on. While it says that it's the second in a series, this was my first book by Ms. Heger, and I had no problem following along, and it definitely won't be my last by her.
A huge thank you to the author and publisher for a copy via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
June 4, 2017
SO much love for this book. Full review to come...
September 12, 2016
This is the second book that I've read by Amanda Heger but the first in this series. I hardly ever pick up a book in the middle of a series when I've not read the previous ones but there are always exceptions. Those exceptions usually revolve around how much I really enjoy an author's writing. And that's what the thing was this time. I really enjoyed a novella that I beta-read this summer from Heger. Which is really good, btw ... but that's another blog post.
First, the cover is beautiful. Should this matter? Nope. But it totally does. I'm a cover-judger. When I first started in on Semi-Scripted, I felt a little lost. I'm not completely sure why that was ... it quickly cleared up but I was totally disconnected from the story for the first few chapters. More than likely, that is all on me. Sometimes, I'm just not in it, you know? It's not fair to the book at all and after I got out of my little funk, the story chugged along and I found myself enjoying it more than I had initially thought that I would.
I didn't really know what to think of Marisol at first. She was such a determined lady but acted like an excited little girl at the prospect of going on this one television show and it was sweet to see that side of her because she does seem a little closed off at first. The reason she seemed closed off was very apparent ... this chick had a lot of stuff resting on her shoulders and she (along with the reader) didn't know if she would be able to pull off what she needed to in order to get the grant her family so desperately required. The further you get into the book, the more I began to adore Marisol. Each interaction with Evan just endeared her more to me.
And poor, poor Evan. This guy has just about one of the worst jobs in the tv industry and you can completely feel his pain. Watching his desperation morph into something else when he was with Marisol was what I absolutely love about this book. The chemistry between these two made me laugh and sigh and want more. Every time another character came into a scene, I just wanted them to go away so that it could be only Evan and Marisol.
This was a pretty good book! I'm curious about the first book in the series and any others that might come after. This one was a sweet romance novel that was an easy read. I'm glad that I was asked to read it and I'm looking forward to see what else Heger has in the works.
* I received this novel in exchange for an honest review *
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August 19, 2016
**I received a free ARC of this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review**
After reading and loving Heger's debut novel, WITHOUT BORDERS, I knew I needed to get my hands on Marisol's story ASAP.
In SEMI-SCRIPTED, Marisol leaves Nicaragua to attend a conference in LA in a desperate attempt to win a grant that would save her family's struggling medical practice. Before the hectic and competitive conference begins, Marisol decides to have a little fun and go to her favorite popular game show. But after being turned away, she begrudgingly accepts a free ticket to a lesser known comedy show from a cute guy named Evan instead.
Evan is an intern for the dying comedy show, So Late It's Early. While he wants to get into film making, he's stuck doing grunt work for this show that's failed so badly, it's being renewed on a week-to-week basis. So when he's assigned the task of trying to fill audience seats by recruiting disappointed fans rejected from the neighboring game show, he doesn't think twice before offering Marisol a ticket.
But when Marisol and Evan accidentally become So Late's newest dynamic duo with potential to save the show, Evan's supervisor instructs him to recruit Marisol by any means necessary. He makes a deal with her: if Marisol agrees to come back on the show, he'll help her win the grant. Desperate to save her family's business, and struggling to impress the grant judges, Marisol reluctantly agrees. But soon, their friendship grows into something more - and their growing fame comes with more consequences than they expected.
This was such a fun read that I completed in one day. Comedy is such a hit or miss with me in books, and Heger hits it out of the park. Between Marisol and Evan's awkward pickup lines, the conniving charity workers competing for the grant, and a wealth of dick jokes, I found myself laughing out loud in almost every chapter.
Evan is a total sweetheart and I loved watching his interactions with Marisol. I loved how both Marisol and Evan have their own storylines separate from the romance itself, and both are working toward individual goals throughout the book. Plus, this book subtly hits on topics of racism, double standards between men and women in media, and white-saviorism, in a way that's not heavy-handed.
I loved this story! I also loved the addition of Clint, and I hope we see more of him in the next book!
I'll leave you with this:
"What's the difference between a trust fund and an erection?" she asked.
James rested a hand on his chin, like a less muscular, more world-worn version of The Thinker. "Well, I honestly don't know."
"I don't have a trust fund."
After reading and loving Heger's debut novel, WITHOUT BORDERS, I knew I needed to get my hands on Marisol's story ASAP.
In SEMI-SCRIPTED, Marisol leaves Nicaragua to attend a conference in LA in a desperate attempt to win a grant that would save her family's struggling medical practice. Before the hectic and competitive conference begins, Marisol decides to have a little fun and go to her favorite popular game show. But after being turned away, she begrudgingly accepts a free ticket to a lesser known comedy show from a cute guy named Evan instead.
Evan is an intern for the dying comedy show, So Late It's Early. While he wants to get into film making, he's stuck doing grunt work for this show that's failed so badly, it's being renewed on a week-to-week basis. So when he's assigned the task of trying to fill audience seats by recruiting disappointed fans rejected from the neighboring game show, he doesn't think twice before offering Marisol a ticket.
But when Marisol and Evan accidentally become So Late's newest dynamic duo with potential to save the show, Evan's supervisor instructs him to recruit Marisol by any means necessary. He makes a deal with her: if Marisol agrees to come back on the show, he'll help her win the grant. Desperate to save her family's business, and struggling to impress the grant judges, Marisol reluctantly agrees. But soon, their friendship grows into something more - and their growing fame comes with more consequences than they expected.
This was such a fun read that I completed in one day. Comedy is such a hit or miss with me in books, and Heger hits it out of the park. Between Marisol and Evan's awkward pickup lines, the conniving charity workers competing for the grant, and a wealth of dick jokes, I found myself laughing out loud in almost every chapter.
Evan is a total sweetheart and I loved watching his interactions with Marisol. I loved how both Marisol and Evan have their own storylines separate from the romance itself, and both are working toward individual goals throughout the book. Plus, this book subtly hits on topics of racism, double standards between men and women in media, and white-saviorism, in a way that's not heavy-handed.
I loved this story! I also loved the addition of Clint, and I hope we see more of him in the next book!
I'll leave you with this:
"What's the difference between a trust fund and an erection?" she asked.
James rested a hand on his chin, like a less muscular, more world-worn version of The Thinker. "Well, I honestly don't know."
"I don't have a trust fund."
November 12, 2016
Marisol Gutierrez is a nurse come to Los Angeles, in her mother’s place, to win a grant for their failing medical practice. Marisol’s nervous about the interview to come but decides she will fill the waiting time by going to her favorite game show. When approaching the site, Marisol sees a bunch of strange characters such as a man wearing nothing but a dirty diaper, characters covered in multi-colored glitter and makeup. No entry for this show and not surprising given the oddities trying to gain entry.
Marisol wanders away and is immediately accosted by a guy named Evan who is inviting her into what the reader learns is a failing game show. All those strange people dressed and made up weirdly are also waiting. Evan is an intern on the show and he knows they are a breath away from being canceled. So his job is to recruit guests who will be invited to come onstage and become part of the show. However, the guest has no idea what will happen but has to agree anyway. The upshot after a comic wait is that Marisol’s playing of the part in the game is a winner and boosts the ratings above the normally dismal number. So now the game show owner says they are away from the danger zone but on a probationary status, one week at a time.
Marisol, meanwhile, has bigger things on her mind. Her interview for the grant is horrendous and now it turns out she has to give a presentation to the Board, proving her quest for the grant is more worthy than that of the other applicants. Marisol’s in a panic and so is Evan. For Marisol is not ready for the presentation and Evan has been told to get Marisol back or the show’s a goner.
The remainder of the novel takes up these two quandaries, with Evan and Marisol being more and more drawn to each other with many funny moments included. Amanda Heger has written a comic, contemporary novel that leads the reader through a light, crazy and dramatic journey in Los Angeles, California where anything can happen – and does!
Marisol wanders away and is immediately accosted by a guy named Evan who is inviting her into what the reader learns is a failing game show. All those strange people dressed and made up weirdly are also waiting. Evan is an intern on the show and he knows they are a breath away from being canceled. So his job is to recruit guests who will be invited to come onstage and become part of the show. However, the guest has no idea what will happen but has to agree anyway. The upshot after a comic wait is that Marisol’s playing of the part in the game is a winner and boosts the ratings above the normally dismal number. So now the game show owner says they are away from the danger zone but on a probationary status, one week at a time.
Marisol, meanwhile, has bigger things on her mind. Her interview for the grant is horrendous and now it turns out she has to give a presentation to the Board, proving her quest for the grant is more worthy than that of the other applicants. Marisol’s in a panic and so is Evan. For Marisol is not ready for the presentation and Evan has been told to get Marisol back or the show’s a goner.
The remainder of the novel takes up these two quandaries, with Evan and Marisol being more and more drawn to each other with many funny moments included. Amanda Heger has written a comic, contemporary novel that leads the reader through a light, crazy and dramatic journey in Los Angeles, California where anything can happen – and does!
July 11, 2017
Smart, funny, and sexy!!
Amanda Heger's characters are so real! Marisol's spunk and wit is infectious, and Evan has to be the sweetest, sexiest man in all of Los Angeles. The antics of the So Late talk show are hysterical and I couldn't wait to find out what Marisol and Evan were going to do next! I thoroughly enjoyed watching the love story between Marisol and Evan develop. Well done Ms. Heger, can't wait for your next book!
Amanda Heger's characters are so real! Marisol's spunk and wit is infectious, and Evan has to be the sweetest, sexiest man in all of Los Angeles. The antics of the So Late talk show are hysterical and I couldn't wait to find out what Marisol and Evan were going to do next! I thoroughly enjoyed watching the love story between Marisol and Evan develop. Well done Ms. Heger, can't wait for your next book!
September 7, 2016
We met Marisol in WITHOUT BORDERS and it was wonderful connecting with her again! SEMI-SCRIPTED is a hilarious, heartwarming RomCom by one of my favorite authors, Amanda Heger.
Marisol has come to LA from Nicaragua to secure funding for her family’s struggling medical brigade. While in LA, she hopes to get into the audience of one of her favorite game shows. When she isn’t able to get into the show, she’s bummed. Until a cute guy named Evan offers her a ticket into the show he interns with, a failing late night comedy. Next thing Marisol knows, she’s interacting in a flirtatious semi-scripted act on live TV that raises the show’s ratings, but also plunges Marisol into the limelight. Her and Evan’s friendship blooms, and swoony kisses commence. They begin to fall for each other.
Told from dual pov in third person, this is a laugh-out-loud vacation read. I finished it in just shy of three days, unable to put it down except when life intervened and I was forced to.
I can’t wait to see what this author writes next.
Thank you, NetGalley and Diversion Books, for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Marisol has come to LA from Nicaragua to secure funding for her family’s struggling medical brigade. While in LA, she hopes to get into the audience of one of her favorite game shows. When she isn’t able to get into the show, she’s bummed. Until a cute guy named Evan offers her a ticket into the show he interns with, a failing late night comedy. Next thing Marisol knows, she’s interacting in a flirtatious semi-scripted act on live TV that raises the show’s ratings, but also plunges Marisol into the limelight. Her and Evan’s friendship blooms, and swoony kisses commence. They begin to fall for each other.
Told from dual pov in third person, this is a laugh-out-loud vacation read. I finished it in just shy of three days, unable to put it down except when life intervened and I was forced to.
I can’t wait to see what this author writes next.
Thank you, NetGalley and Diversion Books, for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
November 8, 2016
*I received an ARC for my honest review*
Team Marivan forever.
Marisol, a nurse in LA to fight for a chance for a grant is swept into the game show world--hoping to be a participant on her dream game show, she ends up on another, thus crossing paths with Evan, the intern. Both characters are absolutely adorable in loveable and different ways. Evan is a smart, good boy, "oh shucks" kind of sweet lead, while Marisol is a little sassier, bubblier and with every mention of her smile and carefree laugh, someone I fell in love with too. Their love story is funny, cute, at times random because of the nature of the game show, and I loved shipping their team the entire time.
Amanda Heger's writing is descriptive, lyrical and downright funny if you've got a sense of humor and can appreciate some sarcasm. Half the funnies come through her imagery, the other half through one liners that zing you when you least expect it. Cannot wait for the next Wanderlove novel as Amanda Heger is one of my favorite writers who really tries to get details right.
Team Marivan forever.
Marisol, a nurse in LA to fight for a chance for a grant is swept into the game show world--hoping to be a participant on her dream game show, she ends up on another, thus crossing paths with Evan, the intern. Both characters are absolutely adorable in loveable and different ways. Evan is a smart, good boy, "oh shucks" kind of sweet lead, while Marisol is a little sassier, bubblier and with every mention of her smile and carefree laugh, someone I fell in love with too. Their love story is funny, cute, at times random because of the nature of the game show, and I loved shipping their team the entire time.
Amanda Heger's writing is descriptive, lyrical and downright funny if you've got a sense of humor and can appreciate some sarcasm. Half the funnies come through her imagery, the other half through one liners that zing you when you least expect it. Cannot wait for the next Wanderlove novel as Amanda Heger is one of my favorite writers who really tries to get details right.
October 17, 2016
Loved this one- soooo funny. Full review to come for Heroes and Heartbreakers.
November 8, 2016
Marisol Gutierrez isn’t in L.A. to rub elbows with the stars. She’s there to save Ahora. The grant that she’s competing for will ensure that they can continue saving lives.
But before the official business of acquiring the grant begins, she takes a few hours to try for a shot to visit the set of her favourite game show – Who’s Got the Coconut. Sadly, she doesn’t make the cut and instead ends up in the audience of a little known talk show all because of the very insistent and very cute boy handing out wristbands.
To her surprise, not only does she end up on the show – she ends up being the show – and finds herself starring as one half of Hollywood’s newest “It” couple.
“What if people see me on the show? And they think I am not very serious nurse?”
“You aren’t a very serious nurse.”
Marisol pressed her lips together. Just because she was young didn’t mean she wasn’t serious about her job. “I am.”
“You’re a nurse. And probably a very good one. But you aren’t a very serious nurse. Very serious nurses have asses the size of China. They’re always scowling, and they enjoy jabbing needles into people.”
Evan Abramson has bet every penny he has on an internship in Los Angeles. He knows it’s a long way from his Illinois roots, but it’s a risk that he’s willing to take.
All the glitters in L.A. isn’t gold and his internship on the So Late It’s Early show turns out to be as glamorous as eating left over pizza. But when a desperate stunt for ratings has him falling desperately in love, he’s willing to go to any length to make Marisol the permanent star of his reality show forever.
Evan’s gaze flicked from her face to something beyond her shoulder and back again. “I think we…”
Maybe it was the rush of standing on the stage of her childhood dreams. Maybe it was nothing but proximity and the loneliness of travel. But Marisol wanted to his him mid-sentence. She wanted to break off all his words and most of her common sense. She wanted to kiss this guy who probably tasted like mint and the California sun.
Semi-Scripted is a hilariously sweet story about how strange and wonderful love can be! Amanda’s characters served up some of the most wicked banter that I’ve encountered this year and I found myself wishing I could meet them in real life.
It’s a comical and yet profound look at falling in love under the most unusual of circumstances and still holding tight to your own truth – and it shines just as bright as any of the spotlights in Tinsel Town…
But before the official business of acquiring the grant begins, she takes a few hours to try for a shot to visit the set of her favourite game show – Who’s Got the Coconut. Sadly, she doesn’t make the cut and instead ends up in the audience of a little known talk show all because of the very insistent and very cute boy handing out wristbands.
To her surprise, not only does she end up on the show – she ends up being the show – and finds herself starring as one half of Hollywood’s newest “It” couple.
“What if people see me on the show? And they think I am not very serious nurse?”
“You aren’t a very serious nurse.”
Marisol pressed her lips together. Just because she was young didn’t mean she wasn’t serious about her job. “I am.”
“You’re a nurse. And probably a very good one. But you aren’t a very serious nurse. Very serious nurses have asses the size of China. They’re always scowling, and they enjoy jabbing needles into people.”
Evan Abramson has bet every penny he has on an internship in Los Angeles. He knows it’s a long way from his Illinois roots, but it’s a risk that he’s willing to take.
All the glitters in L.A. isn’t gold and his internship on the So Late It’s Early show turns out to be as glamorous as eating left over pizza. But when a desperate stunt for ratings has him falling desperately in love, he’s willing to go to any length to make Marisol the permanent star of his reality show forever.
Evan’s gaze flicked from her face to something beyond her shoulder and back again. “I think we…”
Maybe it was the rush of standing on the stage of her childhood dreams. Maybe it was nothing but proximity and the loneliness of travel. But Marisol wanted to his him mid-sentence. She wanted to break off all his words and most of her common sense. She wanted to kiss this guy who probably tasted like mint and the California sun.
Semi-Scripted is a hilariously sweet story about how strange and wonderful love can be! Amanda’s characters served up some of the most wicked banter that I’ve encountered this year and I found myself wishing I could meet them in real life.
It’s a comical and yet profound look at falling in love under the most unusual of circumstances and still holding tight to your own truth – and it shines just as bright as any of the spotlights in Tinsel Town…
November 7, 2016
Semi-Scripted is the second in Amanda Hegers Wanderlove series and the first book by her that I've read. The story takes place over just under two weeks, with a few story lines that make up the setting. Because of this, it's a fast paced romance and a whirlwind of a read. The story is centered around Evan and Marisol, but there is a host of secondary characters that create chaos and seem to thwart both Evan and Marisol's career goals. It's Evan and Marisol that make this a whirlwind fun and sweet.
Evan is an earnest young man just trying to keep his internship at a variety/talk TV show going. Marisol is contending with being pulled into the drama of the TV show and with her original intent of winning a grant for the clinic she manages. Evans interest in Marisol becomes something more personal and who could blame him, she's adorable and sassy. He has great intentions with her but in the crazy of entertainment it doesn't take long for things to spiral out of control.
Overall this is a fun and quick read. Evans grand gesture is heartwarming ( even if it's the least he should do) and Marisol's kind nature make them two characters worth championing.
*I was gifted a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*
Evan is an earnest young man just trying to keep his internship at a variety/talk TV show going. Marisol is contending with being pulled into the drama of the TV show and with her original intent of winning a grant for the clinic she manages. Evans interest in Marisol becomes something more personal and who could blame him, she's adorable and sassy. He has great intentions with her but in the crazy of entertainment it doesn't take long for things to spiral out of control.
Overall this is a fun and quick read. Evans grand gesture is heartwarming ( even if it's the least he should do) and Marisol's kind nature make them two characters worth championing.
*I was gifted a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*
February 22, 2017
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Semi-Scripted is the follow up to Amanda's Without Borders, a book that I discovered late last year after actually requesting THIS book on NetGalley. Much like the first in her Wanderlove series, Semi-Scripted was a cute, fun and swoony read. Y'all know I love my fake relationship books, so it shouldn't surprise anyone that this story was one I enjoyed as much as I did. I'd really liked Marisol when I met her in the first book, so I was excited to get to know more about her character in this story. Her match, Evan, was great. I enjoyed watching them play off of each other for the cameras, all the while something real was building between them.
I hope Amanda continues the Wanderlove series. There's not a lot else like it out there. I'd really like to see where she takes it next.
I received a copy of this book for free in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
Semi-Scripted is the follow up to Amanda's Without Borders, a book that I discovered late last year after actually requesting THIS book on NetGalley. Much like the first in her Wanderlove series, Semi-Scripted was a cute, fun and swoony read. Y'all know I love my fake relationship books, so it shouldn't surprise anyone that this story was one I enjoyed as much as I did. I'd really liked Marisol when I met her in the first book, so I was excited to get to know more about her character in this story. Her match, Evan, was great. I enjoyed watching them play off of each other for the cameras, all the while something real was building between them.
I hope Amanda continues the Wanderlove series. There's not a lot else like it out there. I'd really like to see where she takes it next.
I received a copy of this book for free in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
September 4, 2016
Y'all, this author is delightful and the stories are different and refreshing. I am so here for this world.
Full review soon at Beverages and Books.
Full review soon at Beverages and Books.
November 21, 2016
Semi-Scripted by Amanda Heger is the second book in her Wanderlove series. It is a stand alone romance story told in dual POV and is lighthearted and funny and high on anticipation and low on the actual act of the sex.
Marisol opens the story in the most bizarre way - standing in line, in costume, in LA, for a game show Whose Got The Coconuts. It's quirky and unique and set the scene for the laughs and awkwardness to come. Evan, on the other hand, thought he was awkward and goofy but really didn't come across that way, even with the other characters. The attraction that builds between these two who are from such completely different backgrounds and just pulls you into their story. I honestly couldn't get enough, between worrying about Clint, laughing at the Pubes, and worrying about the end result, I was hooked.
Marisol opens the story in the most bizarre way - standing in line, in costume, in LA, for a game show Whose Got The Coconuts. It's quirky and unique and set the scene for the laughs and awkwardness to come. Evan, on the other hand, thought he was awkward and goofy but really didn't come across that way, even with the other characters. The attraction that builds between these two who are from such completely different backgrounds and just pulls you into their story. I honestly couldn't get enough, between worrying about Clint, laughing at the Pubes, and worrying about the end result, I was hooked.
November 8, 2016
I loved Amanda Heger’s debut, Without Borders. It was funny, touching, and compelling, and it featured memorable characters. One of those characters was Marisol, who gets her own turn in the spotlight in Semi-Scripted.
Marisol goes to LA from Nicaragua to attend conferences and interviews in the hopes of winning a grant for her family’s clinic, which provides medical brigades into isolated parts of Nicaragua. Evan moved across the country with dreams of becoming a TV writer, but his internship at a late-night talk show involves little more than rounding up game-show rejects to fill the audience of a show whose ratings are so low, they're kept on air on a week-to-week basis. Seemingly as different as can be, Marisol and Evan have a few things in common: neither of them wants to disappoint their families, and they both have big dreams that they’re willing to work hard for. Thrown together by chance and kept together by strange circumstances, the pair form a bond that slowly builds from friendship to something more.
Semi-Scripted is such a fun, different book. It had me giggling from the beginning, and it was easy to root for Marisol and Evan, both separately and as a couple. Their interactions were hilarious and adorable, and at times really touching. I loved how Evan reignited a spark in Marisol - a lust for life that she’d tucked away in her drive to help keep her family’s clinic afloat. Through adventures, strange situations, and Evan’s openness, Marisol remembers what it’s like to laugh and have fun. I loved how strong and driven both these characters were, and that they each had their own unique side stories that gave the book extra depth.
Semi-Scripted, like Without Borders, is different from anything I’ve read. This book is fun and funny, a mixture of wild scenarios and real-life emotions. Amanda Heger is definitely an author to watch. I can’t wait for more from her!
October 29, 2016
At some point, I liked Marisol and Evans but there were boring moment at quite times.
I loved Marisol's persistent and Evan would do anything for her. The title though is very catchy!
I wished I could give a four star with this story but... I couldn't.
Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC.
I loved Marisol's persistent and Evan would do anything for her. The title though is very catchy!
I wished I could give a four star with this story but... I couldn't.
Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC.
February 12, 2018
Truly a 4.5 Rating - this book had a great mix of humor and romance. Well thought out and executed nicely. It's the perfect read for your next flight, vacation, or wherever you like to relax and unwind.
November 10, 2016
3.5 Stars
If you read book one in the Wanderlove series, Without Borders, then you could not have helped but fall in love with Marisol, the funny, sexy nurse that won over readers everywhere. She returns in Semi-Scripted ready to find love.
Marisol was definitely one of my favorite characters in Without Borders with her carefree approach to life balanced with her desire to help the children of Nicaragua, especially those who, like herself, suffered from diabetes. In Semi-Scripted we get a more serious side of Marisol, one that reveals her insecurities and desire to pull her weight in the family's non-profit, Ahora. When she's sent to Los Angeles to interview for a grant that could save Ahora, she decides to celebrate her birthday by trying to become a contestant on her favorite game show. Despite her enthusiasm, she doesn't get chosen, but somehow ends up in the audience of a floundering late night talk show where she meets Evan, a show intern, and in a series of unlikely events, becomes part of the internet sensation, Marivan.
There is a lot to like about Semi-Scripted. Amanda Heger grabs the reader with her look into the backstage antics of a network talk show from the host's idiosyncrasies to the long hours put into (semi) scripting a talk show. Marisol and Evan are cute together as they throw ideas around to make him look like the hapless intern in love. The crew of the talk show are characters the reader can easily identify: the harried producer trying to save the show, the intern that gets stuck doing all the work while Evan chases fame, the obnoxiously delightful host, and the writers who can't keep the show on the air. Add in the eclectic group of regular audience members who are really just extensions of the cast and crew ("stocky" adult baby who carries around a flask while wearing a diaper, the forgetful old lady who thinks every day is her birthday) and you can't help but love the talk-show related scenes!
But, Marisol is in LA to win grant money and her ability to remain professional in the eyes of her peers becomes increasingly difficult as she stumbles due to her lack of confidence. When pictures of her, Evan, and the talk show explode all over the internet, she quickly loses control of her professional situation. This is where the story lost some of its appeal for me, as I couldn't connect with Marisol the professional. I couldn't feel her anxiety as things raced out of control because I wasn't sympathetic towards her. And, I hated that she couldn't save herself from the situation, but instead needs help from everyone else involved.
Evan, though, is adorable and comes across perfectly as a young man trying hard to make his way as a screenwriter while proving himself to his father. His goofiness is endearing, as his relationship with his grandfather. He plays well off his co-workers, especially as he gains confidence in himself.
I gave Semi-Scripted 3.5 stars because even though I enjoyed reading the book and engaging with the characters, I was only invested in half the story. Where Without Borders grabbed me and made me care about the mission work Ahora does, it didn't feel as though Marisol took it serious enough and so I didn't. And, while I loved reading about both Marisol and Evan and their friendship, Semi-Scripted falls flat as a romance. There's huge potential for romance, but I'm never convinced that these two are so in love that they'll have a HEA. Re categorize this as contemporary fiction rather than romance and I'd bump it up at least to 3.75.
If you read book one in the Wanderlove series, Without Borders, then you could not have helped but fall in love with Marisol, the funny, sexy nurse that won over readers everywhere. She returns in Semi-Scripted ready to find love.
Marisol was definitely one of my favorite characters in Without Borders with her carefree approach to life balanced with her desire to help the children of Nicaragua, especially those who, like herself, suffered from diabetes. In Semi-Scripted we get a more serious side of Marisol, one that reveals her insecurities and desire to pull her weight in the family's non-profit, Ahora. When she's sent to Los Angeles to interview for a grant that could save Ahora, she decides to celebrate her birthday by trying to become a contestant on her favorite game show. Despite her enthusiasm, she doesn't get chosen, but somehow ends up in the audience of a floundering late night talk show where she meets Evan, a show intern, and in a series of unlikely events, becomes part of the internet sensation, Marivan.
There is a lot to like about Semi-Scripted. Amanda Heger grabs the reader with her look into the backstage antics of a network talk show from the host's idiosyncrasies to the long hours put into (semi) scripting a talk show. Marisol and Evan are cute together as they throw ideas around to make him look like the hapless intern in love. The crew of the talk show are characters the reader can easily identify: the harried producer trying to save the show, the intern that gets stuck doing all the work while Evan chases fame, the obnoxiously delightful host, and the writers who can't keep the show on the air. Add in the eclectic group of regular audience members who are really just extensions of the cast and crew ("stocky" adult baby who carries around a flask while wearing a diaper, the forgetful old lady who thinks every day is her birthday) and you can't help but love the talk-show related scenes!
But, Marisol is in LA to win grant money and her ability to remain professional in the eyes of her peers becomes increasingly difficult as she stumbles due to her lack of confidence. When pictures of her, Evan, and the talk show explode all over the internet, she quickly loses control of her professional situation. This is where the story lost some of its appeal for me, as I couldn't connect with Marisol the professional. I couldn't feel her anxiety as things raced out of control because I wasn't sympathetic towards her. And, I hated that she couldn't save herself from the situation, but instead needs help from everyone else involved.
Evan, though, is adorable and comes across perfectly as a young man trying hard to make his way as a screenwriter while proving himself to his father. His goofiness is endearing, as his relationship with his grandfather. He plays well off his co-workers, especially as he gains confidence in himself.
I gave Semi-Scripted 3.5 stars because even though I enjoyed reading the book and engaging with the characters, I was only invested in half the story. Where Without Borders grabbed me and made me care about the mission work Ahora does, it didn't feel as though Marisol took it serious enough and so I didn't. And, while I loved reading about both Marisol and Evan and their friendship, Semi-Scripted falls flat as a romance. There's huge potential for romance, but I'm never convinced that these two are so in love that they'll have a HEA. Re categorize this as contemporary fiction rather than romance and I'd bump it up at least to 3.75.
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November 24, 2016DNF
I was halfway through this book and finally admitted that the reason I wasn’t reading much this week was simply the fact that I had no interest in this story. I was absolutely bored by it. So it was time to set it aside and move on.
This was one of those books that I was offered but I didn’t jump on it right away. I thought it had a clever twist but I was trying not to take extra books in the dim hope I can catch up and maybe even read one of the books that I set aside.
While I waffled on whether or not I wanted to give it a try, I did catch a review that talked about the witty banter between the hero and heroine and the overall fun of the story. Reading that, I decided that I needed to give it a try. What I found is that I did not do much reading for several days and then finally realized that I just had no interest in this story so I was avoiding my Kindle. To me, that is a clear sign to move on.
Evan and Marisol were so-so characters and neither one was grabbing me and their chemistry was cute at most.
I don’t even have much to discuss about the story since there wasn’t much remarkable about it. Marisol is sent in her mother’s place to win a grant. The competition is fierce and Marisol is in over her head.
She can’t even get on a game show she desperately wanted to get on which is a twist off of The Price is Right. Evan usual tries to fill the seats is his audience with the rejects from the game show. Marisol ends up in the audience and ends up playing a game at the late show and winning a free dinner. They next film a fake next day scene asking Marisol who she took to dinner and since she knows no one in town, she points to Evan and tells a story about their bad (non) date.
“Marivan” becomes an overnight social media couple and the late show runs with the idea of making Marisol Evan’s life coach for picking up women. Creating awkward meet/cutes for Evan and his potential love interests while all the while we are to believe that Evan and Marisol are falling for each other.
In the first half of the book that I finished, the scenes weren’t funny, and there was no real chemistry between Marisol and Evan.
I was halfway through this book and finally admitted that the reason I wasn’t reading much this week was simply the fact that I had no interest in this story. I was absolutely bored by it. So it was time to set it aside and move on.
This was one of those books that I was offered but I didn’t jump on it right away. I thought it had a clever twist but I was trying not to take extra books in the dim hope I can catch up and maybe even read one of the books that I set aside.
While I waffled on whether or not I wanted to give it a try, I did catch a review that talked about the witty banter between the hero and heroine and the overall fun of the story. Reading that, I decided that I needed to give it a try. What I found is that I did not do much reading for several days and then finally realized that I just had no interest in this story so I was avoiding my Kindle. To me, that is a clear sign to move on.
Evan and Marisol were so-so characters and neither one was grabbing me and their chemistry was cute at most.
I don’t even have much to discuss about the story since there wasn’t much remarkable about it. Marisol is sent in her mother’s place to win a grant. The competition is fierce and Marisol is in over her head.
She can’t even get on a game show she desperately wanted to get on which is a twist off of The Price is Right. Evan usual tries to fill the seats is his audience with the rejects from the game show. Marisol ends up in the audience and ends up playing a game at the late show and winning a free dinner. They next film a fake next day scene asking Marisol who she took to dinner and since she knows no one in town, she points to Evan and tells a story about their bad (non) date.
“Marivan” becomes an overnight social media couple and the late show runs with the idea of making Marisol Evan’s life coach for picking up women. Creating awkward meet/cutes for Evan and his potential love interests while all the while we are to believe that Evan and Marisol are falling for each other.
In the first half of the book that I finished, the scenes weren’t funny, and there was no real chemistry between Marisol and Evan.
June 12, 2018
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This was a cute two-book series that focused on traveling (Nicaragua), medical brigades to villages, and of course, romance. I enjoyed the interaction between the two main couples – Annie and Felipe in the first book and Marisol and Evan in the second. The one I would say is that out of the two couples, I had a harder time believing the romance and spark between Marisol and Evan. Their circumstance was a bit farfetched in terms of being realistic. Of course, there are exceptions but for me, I found it hard to believe at times.
Since I preferred the first couple, Annie and Felipe, I actually enjoyed the first book a lot more than the second one. They were both cute but I really enjoyed the hospital and medical aspect as well. I liked the idea of doing volunteer work as a medical brigade in Central America and thought it sounded fascinating in general. Whereas for the second book, it was all about Hollywood and TV shows which made it seem more shallow and cutthroat in terms of pettiness. The whole situation with “the Pubes” was ridiculous and made me remember why I usually don’t like those types of people. Also, the situation with the show with the fact that they had guaranteed a few items for Marisol but at the end, after her delivering her part of the deal, they backed out, seemed just like typical Hollywood drama that I could have done without.
I guess this will be a shorter review than normal but overall, I did enjoy both books in their various ways. The first book was more serious with the medical aspect and the second book had a more comedic effect with the Pubes and the crazy side characters (i.e. Man Baby). I would recommend these books to those who enjoy romance with a dash of travel (the first book) or a dash of adventure and fame (the second book).
This was a cute two-book series that focused on traveling (Nicaragua), medical brigades to villages, and of course, romance. I enjoyed the interaction between the two main couples – Annie and Felipe in the first book and Marisol and Evan in the second. The one I would say is that out of the two couples, I had a harder time believing the romance and spark between Marisol and Evan. Their circumstance was a bit farfetched in terms of being realistic. Of course, there are exceptions but for me, I found it hard to believe at times.
Since I preferred the first couple, Annie and Felipe, I actually enjoyed the first book a lot more than the second one. They were both cute but I really enjoyed the hospital and medical aspect as well. I liked the idea of doing volunteer work as a medical brigade in Central America and thought it sounded fascinating in general. Whereas for the second book, it was all about Hollywood and TV shows which made it seem more shallow and cutthroat in terms of pettiness. The whole situation with “the Pubes” was ridiculous and made me remember why I usually don’t like those types of people. Also, the situation with the show with the fact that they had guaranteed a few items for Marisol but at the end, after her delivering her part of the deal, they backed out, seemed just like typical Hollywood drama that I could have done without.
I guess this will be a shorter review than normal but overall, I did enjoy both books in their various ways. The first book was more serious with the medical aspect and the second book had a more comedic effect with the Pubes and the crazy side characters (i.e. Man Baby). I would recommend these books to those who enjoy romance with a dash of travel (the first book) or a dash of adventure and fame (the second book).
September 27, 2016
I received this ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
2 stars
This sounded intriguing. I liked the premise that two people were brought together by circumstance, share an attraction and add a little humour and it all sounded like a great combination. However, this fell apart in the execution. I had a hard time connecting with the characters and as a result, I didn't find myself invested in the story.
The story itself seemed a little 'semi-scripted'. At around the 30% mark, I remember being uncertain about who Marisol's the love interest was supposed to be. Instead of being intriguing, it was confusing and each interaction between Marisol and Evan or Marisol and Clint seemed like false starts which took me further away from understanding the characters and where the story was headed.
The other troublesome part of this book was the awkward transitions between scenes and the lack of setup about where the scenes were taking place. I don't need a lot of detail, but there was one scene towards the end of the book that started out with Marisol and Evan in a conversation and out of nowhere, Clint begins to contribute to the conversation. What I thought was a quiet moment between the couple quickly became something different. It threw me, but by this point, I was really just trying to get through to the end so I didn't dwell on it.
2 stars
This sounded intriguing. I liked the premise that two people were brought together by circumstance, share an attraction and add a little humour and it all sounded like a great combination. However, this fell apart in the execution. I had a hard time connecting with the characters and as a result, I didn't find myself invested in the story.
The story itself seemed a little 'semi-scripted'. At around the 30% mark, I remember being uncertain about who Marisol's the love interest was supposed to be. Instead of being intriguing, it was confusing and each interaction between Marisol and Evan or Marisol and Clint seemed like false starts which took me further away from understanding the characters and where the story was headed.
The other troublesome part of this book was the awkward transitions between scenes and the lack of setup about where the scenes were taking place. I don't need a lot of detail, but there was one scene towards the end of the book that started out with Marisol and Evan in a conversation and out of nowhere, Clint begins to contribute to the conversation. What I thought was a quiet moment between the couple quickly became something different. It threw me, but by this point, I was really just trying to get through to the end so I didn't dwell on it.
November 14, 2016
3.5 stars. In "Semi-Scripted," Marisol finds herself in L.A. on a mission. The health clinic her family owns is in major trouble. Marisol knows she needs to do something to save the clinic but since she happens to be in the same place as where her favorite game show is taped, she figures she may want to do something while biding her time. She doesn't get into her favorite game show but she does meet Evan, a guy who works for sort of a down-on-its-luck show and hilarity and romance ensue.
This is a meet-cute romance with an original story line. Marisol and Evan are both great characters. Marisol has a great heart; she is driven to make sure that she is able to save the health clinic. She is also witty and funny as we see in some of the first scenes with Evan. Evan just wants to break in to show business and it doesn't look like the show where he is an intern is going to be his big break since it is failing so badly. When Marisol and Evan are together, they play so well off each other and have a lot of chemistry. I love how the author that was able to capture that chemistry!
This is a really cute story and I loved the romance. It's a quick read and whetted my appetite for more. I would have loved to get to know the characters a little bit better. The book ends with an ending that seems like there could be room for another story.
This is a meet-cute romance with an original story line. Marisol and Evan are both great characters. Marisol has a great heart; she is driven to make sure that she is able to save the health clinic. She is also witty and funny as we see in some of the first scenes with Evan. Evan just wants to break in to show business and it doesn't look like the show where he is an intern is going to be his big break since it is failing so badly. When Marisol and Evan are together, they play so well off each other and have a lot of chemistry. I love how the author that was able to capture that chemistry!
This is a really cute story and I loved the romance. It's a quick read and whetted my appetite for more. I would have loved to get to know the characters a little bit better. The book ends with an ending that seems like there could be room for another story.
February 7, 2017
**I received this book from Diversion Publishing through NetGalley for an honest review.**
Marisol is in LA to win a grant for her family’s medical clinic in Nicaragua. With a bit of extra time on her hands she tries to gain a spot on a game show, but she realizes it’s not that easy. Marisol then meets Evan who invites her to be on his show that he interns for instead. Things don’t go as expected but it doesn’t turn out to be so bad.
I liked how believable this story was. The amount of time Marisol and Evan had together and the progression, made this story better for me. The way things went down on the game show and the connection they formed was great. These two were too cute together for sure.
I appreciated the moments with Gramps and the bit of drama was done well also.
Marisol is in LA to win a grant for her family’s medical clinic in Nicaragua. With a bit of extra time on her hands she tries to gain a spot on a game show, but she realizes it’s not that easy. Marisol then meets Evan who invites her to be on his show that he interns for instead. Things don’t go as expected but it doesn’t turn out to be so bad.
I liked how believable this story was. The amount of time Marisol and Evan had together and the progression, made this story better for me. The way things went down on the game show and the connection they formed was great. These two were too cute together for sure.
I appreciated the moments with Gramps and the bit of drama was done well also.
March 10, 2017
3.5 Stars
November 9, 2016
Really enjoyed the second book in this series from Amanda Heger. The same quirky humor that I've come to expect from Ms. Heger is front and center in this follow up where Marisol travels to LA to secure a grant for the medical organization her mother runs back in Nicaragua. From the television staff to the game-show contestants, the characters had me smiling on page one and didn't let up until the end. Even though it was a fast-paced quick read it wasn't all lighthearted. Marisol and Evan took me through the full range of emotions and I was pulling for them in the end to get their happily-ever-after!
*** I received this book on NetGalley and am voluntarily providing a review. ***
*** I received this book on NetGalley and am voluntarily providing a review. ***
August 31, 2016
2, this just wasn't for me, stars
Unfortunately, this story just didn't work for me. I think it had a lot of potential, but it ended up falling flat. I had an extremely hard time getting into this story and felt a bit confused as to what was going on. The characters were ok, but I never felt that spark. There was some humor, but again, I wanted more, especially since this story is labeled a romantic comedy. In the end, I was left wanting/needing more from the characters & the story.
*I was provided an ARC copy of this book, via NetGalley, in exchange for an honest review*
Unfortunately, this story just didn't work for me. I think it had a lot of potential, but it ended up falling flat. I had an extremely hard time getting into this story and felt a bit confused as to what was going on. The characters were ok, but I never felt that spark. There was some humor, but again, I wanted more, especially since this story is labeled a romantic comedy. In the end, I was left wanting/needing more from the characters & the story.
*I was provided an ARC copy of this book, via NetGalley, in exchange for an honest review*
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