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[memoriesfrombooks]

The setting of Famous in a Small Town by Viola Shipman book is beautiful. The small town intrigues are entertaining. The individual histories of the women make for good stories. The bonds of friendships - old, new, and rediscovered - are lovely to read about. However, the emotional bond attempted in the book fails to completely connect for me. An entertaining summer read but perhaps not as engaging as some of Viola Shipman's other books. 

Reviewed for NetGalley.

[insidemylibrarymind]

QOTD: What's your most anticipated January read? . I cannot wait to have this book in my arms! This is Emma Mills' newest release and I will DIE when I finally get a chance to read it. I finished all of her books last year in January and have been craving a new one ever since. If you like stories about friendship and family - you cannot go wrong with her books! . ✨ #allthebooksjan19 // anticipated January read ✨ #janinbooks19 // five fun facts about you 1. I almost never read in my native language 2. I broke my arm and my clavicle twice 3. I like playing boardgames 4. I am slightly afraid of cats 5. My favorite animal is the platypus . . . #yalit #yabooks #famousinasmalltown #booklover #bookish #bookworm #bookgram #bibliophile #bookstagrammer #igreads #booksofinstagram #booknerd #bookshelf #bookishfeatures #bookaddict #bookaholic #epicreads #ilovebooks #foolishhearts #emmamills https://www.instagram.com/p/BsQMKXeHmFD/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=yjhuhs8h584y

[anitabyars]

What chance does a small-town girl have with a world-famous rock star?

Famous in a Small Town, the all-new rock-star-next-door romance, from New York Times bestselling author Kylie Scott, is out now!

Two years after his wife’s death, rock star Garrett Hayes hasn’t moved on. But he has moved out of L.A. Where better to escape his past than a small town in the northern California mountains? If only he could get the townsfolk of Wildwood to leave him the hell alone.

Ani Bennet returned to her hometown for some much-needed serenity. The last thing she needs is a grumpy, too hot for his own good, rich and famous rock star living next door—and rent-free in her brain.

She set her fangirl tendencies aside and deleted his photo from her cell when they became neighbors. But when Garrett asks for help, she can’t say no. The problem is, spending time together is making those fangirl feelings resurface—and bringing them to a whole new level.

What chance does a small-town girl have with a world-famous rock star? It’s time for Ani to set her fears aside and find out.

Rock out today!

Amazon: https://amzn.to/3hcEhD9

Apple Books: https://apple.co/3vgFwJx

Amazon Worldwide: http://mybook.to/Famous

Nook: https://bit.ly/3IraTVu

Kobo: https://bit.ly/35ziNxO

Alternative Amazon Paperback: https://amzn.to/3JdyIQq

Alternative Nook Paperback: https://bit.ly/3iPNOkc

Excerpt

My new neighbor arrived at midnight on a Thursday. First came the moving truck, followed by a Jeep Wrangler. Mrs. Cooper, the former owner of the house, passed a while back. A damn shame. The woman was not only nice, but she made biscuits like you wouldn’t believe. For years the grand old Victorian house sat empty at the end of the cul-de-sac. Not unusual for a small town. Few people wanted to move to the middle of nowhere in Northern California, no matter how picturesque it might be. While the place had been sold not long after listing, there’d been no sighting of the new owner until now.

“What the heck?” I mumbled to myself, standing at the window.

Who moved in the middle of the night? It seemed covert and suspicious. Like something a criminal or government agent would do. Although, maybe they just traveled far and this happened to be the time they arrived. But most people would stay at a hotel and wait for daylight to do this sort of thing. Surely.

The only things ever happening at midnight in Wildwood were: 1. Harry, the town drunk, performing Bob Dylan classics in the middle of Main Street. 2. Me, an insomniac, wandering aimlessly around my house. That was it. Everyone else in the whole wide world—or our corner of it—was fast asleep.

Half hidden behind a curtain, I watched the truck being unloaded. A full moon shone down through the pine trees as the moving men hauled stuff inside. The first guy, the one who drove the Jeep, went straight into the house. He was tall and wore a ball cap. That was about all I could see. Maybe he was setting the place up for his wife and family. Maybe he had a boyfriend. He couldn’t possibly be single, heterosexual, under sixty, and emotionally mature. My luck just wasn’t that good. Not that I intended to date again in this lifetime.

Whoever he was and whatever he was doing, it would all be known in due course. Such was the joy of small-town life.

Once the furniture was moved inside, things got a little dull. There’s not much you can tell about a person from their boxes.

I took the opportunity to once again check the locks on all my windows and doors. After that, I made a cup of chamomile tea. Neither of these things helped me sleep, but the rituals were soothing. Mom always said I had a busy mind. I didn’t necessarily think about anything useful, I just thought a lot. At night, I tended to think about books, bad memories, and ex-boyfriends. The last two were often one and the same.

As a child, I was the daydreamer who got busted humming in class when everyone else was concentrating. (Like anybody actually needed algebra. If you can work out the discount at a sale, you’re good to go. Then again, this attitude might explain why my life had gone approximately nowhere.)

I returned to the window just in time to see my mystery man reappear. The new neighbor strode out to the Jeep and opened up the back. When he once more headed toward the house, the ball cap was gone and his short hair was on display. In each hand he carried a guitar case.

I perked up. Musicians were cool. Unless he owned electric guitars and believed in turning the volume up to eleven. That could get old fast.

As he got closer to the house, the porchlight hit him and…huh. Something about his profile tugged at a memory.

Guess he felt my gaze, because he turned toward my place. And whoa. His lips were a thin line, his jaw set to cranky, and none of it mattered—the man was beautiful. Though he really was strangely familiar.

Meanwhile, with only a lamp on behind me, I couldn’t have been more than an outline. A shadowy person lurking in the dark. Great. Nothing like being spied on to make you feel welcome in your new neighborhood. So much better than a casserole or cookies.

Wait! I knew where I recognized him from. Only it couldn’t be, because that would be crazy. Absolutely fucking wild. Yet there he stood.

“Holy shit,” I whispered.

My new neighbor was a goddamn rock star.

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About Kylie Scott

Kylie is a New York Times and USA Today best-selling author. She was voted Australian Romance Writer of the year, 2013, 2014 & 2018, by the Australian Romance Writer’s Association and her books have been translated into eleven different languages. She is a long time fan of romance, rock music, and B-grade horror films. Based in Queensland, Australia with her two children and husband, she reads, writes and never dithers around on the internet.

Connect with Kylie

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My Review

5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This was such an addictive storyline. There are moments in this story so angsty as well as moments sweet and tender I melted. And although these two do have a lot of baggage, their attraction is intense. There’s no shortage of push and pull or side drama which had me glued to every page. There is also humor and hilarious banter that will have you laughing out loud. So adorably funny and sharp while still remaining romantic. A story that entertains and makes you think.

This book has it all. It’s passionate and intense, it’s heart-breaking and hopeful, it’s captivating and addictive, it’s beautifully written, and it leaves you with the powerful and uplifting message to never give up on love. I highly recommend it for everyone! Get it now!

[booksloversworld]

He was looking for serenity and he may have just found it in her. Famous in a Small Town, an all new small town, grumpy meets sunshine rock star romance, from New York Times bestselling author @authorkyliescott, is now available!  Rock out today→ https://bit.ly/3pCMUvn #famousinasmalltown #releaseblitz #readromance @socialbutterfly_pr #bookstagram #romancereads #igreads #romanceaddict #rockstarromance #booksofinstagram #spicyromance #bookishnews #newrelease @socialbutterfly_pr #oneclick #outnow #greatreads #mustreads #hotreads #romancebooks #romancereading #authorsofig #bookstagram https://www.instagram.com/p/CcEQalqqmH7/?utm_medium=tumblr

[leisarayvenauthor]

#CurrentlyReading this fabulous ARC from the gorgeous @authorkyliescott and LOVING it. It’s releasing in just a couple of days on April 7, so get those one-click fingers ready! . . . #FamousInASmallTown #newrelease #socialbutterflypr #bookstagram #authorsofinstagram #authorssupportingauthors https://www.instagram.com/p/Cb8qlQaPiJN/?utm_medium=tumblr

[followthebutterflies23]

Happy lazy Sunday! This book is a lot brighter in person than it is in this photo so I do have the library ebook checked out as well. What book are you currently reading? I'm reading Famous in a Small Town by Emma Mills. *** #yacontemporary #famousinasmalltown #bookstagram #yabookstagram #libraryebook https://www.instagram.com/p/BvZeJP9nHa2/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=6il6ur7au77v

[thebookishaustin]

Finished this gem by #emmamills today! #famousinasmalltown #read #yabooks #teenreads #thebookishaustin #reading #bookrecommendations https://www.instagram.com/p/BtmtT9-HooO/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1j0izjkhrlfrs

[lilnightmusic]

Emma Mills and Love Supreme. A perfect combination. ⚜️ I’ve loved every one of @elmify’s books. Quirky and charming and absolutely perfect. I can’t wait to start reading Famous in a Small Town. And this cover, you guys. She really won the cover lottery. ⚜️ Love Supreme is a bit too pinky for fall/winter, but I’m looking forward to wearing it in the spring. I don’t love the formula quite as much as @patmcgrathreal’s luxetrance or matteteance, but it’s still hard to beat. ⚜️ #luxurybeauty #famousinasmalltown #emmamills #patmcgrath #pmglablove #fiercereads https://www.instagram.com/p/BtHAfEQnfPh/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=14qur1ejfh09g

[apmjo]

Happy Release Day to @elmify. Famous in a Small Town is now available. While I know the story will be amazing, I can’t wait to see the hardcover of the book. The past 3 have had the most incredible design embossed on the covers making them gorgeous. If you like YA, be sure to give this one a look. . . . What are your favorite ‘special’ add-in’s to books? Special covers? Deckled edges? Added content? . . #newrelease #ireadya #youngadultbooks #happyreleaseday #yacontemporary #bookstagram #famousinasmalltown #emmamills #henryholt #ficwishes https://www.instagram.com/p/BsqJTatnTMA/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1am31q0lb8m5g

[lisa-lostinlit]

✨G I V E A W A Y ✨ . Country stars, revenge plots, and a few fake kisses (along with some excellent real ones 😉) await Sophie in this hilarious, heartfelt story. . Famous in a Small Town by @elmify is an emotional story filled with long-kept secrets, hidden heartbreaks and a swoon-worthy romance! If you are a contemporary romance fan, this is a must read! . Today I have partnered with @fiercereads for a great give away! Enter to win a finished copy of Famous in a Small Town! . ✨TO ENTER: - follow me, @fiercereads @elmify and @storygramtours - tag a friend you think will be interested . ✨For an EXTRA entry: - visit @myfriendsarefiction tomorrow and repeat these steps . ✨RULES: - Giveaway will end January 14th at midnight EST - US Only - not affiliated with Instagram - must be 18 or have parents permission - must be a public account so entries can be verified. . If you’d like to learn more about this book, click the link in my bio! ________________________________________________________ #FamousinaSmallTowntour #FamousinaSmallTown #YALit #EmmaMills #FierceReads #storygramtours #cozyfeels #booksofinstagram #thebookstagram #cosy #readersofinsta #ilovebooks #bookish #bookaesthetic #ofquietmoments #mybeigelife #mybookfeatures #cozy #bookfeaturepage #cozyvibes #youngadultbooks #postitfortheaesthetic #wintermood #pursuepretty #booktoday #booksbooksbooks — view on Instagram http://bit.ly/2LVrbcV

[briastendermusic]

Had some fun at Puckett’s in Leiper’s Fork a few days ago! Always love playing here ❤️ #leipersfork #puckettsleipersfork #pucketts #nashville #tennessee #nashvillemusic #nashvillemusician #mirandalambert #famousinasmalltown https://www.instagram.com/p/Bz3TPcUlXr4/?igshid=1sb8z5l2cmuon

[anitabyars]

He was looking for serenity and he may have just found it in her.

Famous in a Small Town, an all new small town, grumpy meets sunshine rock star romance, from New York Times bestselling author Kylie Scott, is now available!

What chance does a small-town girl have with a world-famous rock star?

Two years after his wife’s death, rock star Garrett Hayes hasn’t moved on. But he has moved out of L.A. Where better to escape his past than a small town in the northern California mountains? If only he could get the townsfolk of Wildwood to leave him the hell alone.

Ani Bennet returned to her hometown for some much-needed serenity. The last thing she needs is a grumpy, too hot for his own good, rich and famous rock star living next door—and rent-free in her brain.

She set her fangirl tendencies aside and deleted his photo from her cell when they became neighbors. But when Garrett asks for help, she can’t say no. The problem is, spending time together is making those fangirl feelings resurface—and bringing them to a whole new level.

What chance does a small-town girl have with a world-famous rock star? It’s time for Ani to set her fears aside and find out.

Rock out today!

Amazon: https://amzn.to/3hcEhD9

Apple Books: https://apple.co/3vgFwJx

Amazon Worldwide: http://mybook.to/Famous

Nook: https://bit.ly/3IraTVu

Kobo: https://bit.ly/35ziNxO

Alternative Amazon Paperback: https://amzn.to/3JdyIQq

Alternative Nook Paperback: https://bit.ly/3iPNOkc

Add Famous in a Small Town to Goodreads: https://bit.ly/3JXiLP7

About Kylie Scott

Kylie is a New York Times and USA Today best-selling author. She was voted Australian Romance Writer of the year, 2013, 2014 & 2018, by the Australian Romance Writer’s Association and her books have been translated into eleven different languages. She is a long time fan of romance, rock music, and B-grade horror films. Based in Queensland, Australia with her two children and husband, she reads, writes and never dithers around on the internet.

Connect with Kylie

Amazon: https://amzn.to/2XujcZh

Bookbub: http://bit.ly/2GngiQq

Facebook: http://bit.ly/2OiXx3I

Twitter: http://bit.ly/391pjJM

Instagram: http://bit.ly/2EUrx11

Goodreads: http://bit.ly/2Imusk3

Pinterest: http://bit.ly/2S7cc32

Book+Main Bites: http://bit.ly/2ETz5RQ

Stay up to date with Kylie by joining her mailing list:

http://bit.ly/2TOOivT

Website: https://kyliescott.com/

My Review

5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This was such an addictive storyline. There are moments in this story so angsty as well as moments sweet and tender I melted. And although these two do have a lot of baggage, their attraction is intense. There’s no shortage of push and pull or side drama which had me glued to every page. There is also humor and hilarious banter that will have you laughing out loud. So adorably funny and sharp while still remaining romantic. A story that entertains and makes you think.

This book has it all. It’s passionate and intense, it’s heart-breaking and hopeful, it’s captivating and addictive, it’s beautifully written, and it leaves you with the powerful and uplifting message to never give up on love. I highly recommend it for everyone! Get it now!

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[evalanis]

When your book matches your outfit! 😊📚❤️ #currentlyreading #famousinasmalltown #emmamills #bookstagram #imalreadylovingthis #accidentalmatching