First Chapter / First Paragraph:
[FYI: A prologue sets the scene - 1933 Hollywood, Prohibition era - and then the story begins this way)
Chapter 1: The Naughtiest, Bawdiest Year Yet
I struggled to carry three overstuffed suitcases through a crowded Grand Central Station, and keep up with Broadway actress Laura Wilson. I accidentally bumped her backside and apologized.
She stopped and glanced at me. "Jake Donovan, did you just pat my bottom?"
I couldn't help laughing as several passengers gave me a cold stare.
Her playful smile faded. She turned her back and pretended to fluff her black curls with her white-gloved hands. She spoke in a whisper I could barely hear over the din of the travelers. "Don't look now, but two broad-shouldered lugs in dark suits are following us."
Teaser from 56% on my Kindle- Jake (a mystery writer) gets a phone call from his literary agent, and she has bad news
[agent:] "If the police arrest you for murder, Empire Press won't release Blackie Doyle's Revenge and will sever its relationship with you."
"Whatever happened to innocent until proven guilty?"
"That doesn't apply to business...."
Genre: Mystery / Humor
Book Length: 261 Pages
Amazon Link: All That Glitters
Link to my post about The Yankee Club, Book 1 of the Jake & Laura Series: HERE
Synopsis:
Just arrived from New York, Broadway actress Laura Wilson is slated to star in Hollywood’s newest screwball comedy. At her side, of course, is Jake Donovan, under pressure to write his next mystery novel. But peace and quiet are not to be had when an all-too-real murder plot intrudes: After a glitzy party, the son of a studio honcho is discovered dead from a gunshot wound. And since Jake exchanged words with the hothead just hours before his death, the bestselling author becomes the LAPD’s prime suspect.
In 1930s Tinseltown, anything goes. Proving his innocence won’t be easy in a town where sex, seduction, and naked power run rampant. With gossip columnist Louella Parsons dead-set on publicizing the charges against him, Jake has no choice but to do what everyone else does in the City of Angels: act like someone else. Blackie Doyle, the tough-talking, fist-swinging, womanizing hero from Jake’s novels wouldn’t pull any punches until he exposed the real killer—nor will Jake, to keep the role of a lifetime from being his last.
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Another fantastic teaser Sandra! Here is my TT https://cleopatralovesbooks.wordpress.com/2015/02/17/teaser-tuesday-17-february/
ReplyDeleteI fell in love with Jake and Laura when I read the first book in the series. The author did a great job getting them into trouble in this book too. The Hollywood setting was lots of fun, especially with movie stars of the era included in some of the scenes.
DeleteI had the same reaction when I read these two books. The author did a great job of making that era seem fun and yet real. Jake and Laura are good characters too. I'm looking forward to the third book in the series.
ReplyDeleteI agree. The book is nicely written too -- no typos or other errors. I appreciate that.
DeleteThis sounds like a fun mix of Hollywood nostalgia and mystery. I may have to check it out.
ReplyDeleteEven though it's part of a series, it stands alone.
DeleteSounds like a fun one with good characters.
ReplyDeleteSandra -- this sounds like a good one; great pick
ReplyDeleteThanks, Diane!
DeleteI've never heard guys called "lugs." Have you? That caught my interest. Enjoy.
ReplyDeleteLOL. I've heard guys called "lugs" in old movies, but never in real life. Michael Murphy does a great job of including the slang of the era without overdoing it.
DeleteI do like the time period, 1930's. This seems like an interesting Historical novel.
ReplyDeleteI have to check out this new-to-me series. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteMy Tuesday post: http://www.bookclublibrarian.com/2015/02/first-chapter-first-paragraph-94.html
Thanks for sharing this one. It looks like fun to read! I love that 1930s era, and I am a fan of the Nick and Nora Charles movies!
ReplyDeleteThanks for reading and reviewing All That Glitters. Jake and Laura are a fun couple to write about. I'm enjoying creating the series. Jake even has his own twitter page!
ReplyDeleteYour enthusiasm comes through in your writing. Such a fun series!
DeleteI am so in! Love the setting, the era, and the thrills that will be forthcoming. Thanks for sharing and enjoy....and here's mine: “YOU CAN TRUST ME”
ReplyDeleteThis sounds quite intense! I have no idea how someone can carry three suitcases at once when I struggle carrying just one next to my bag! I'm not quite sure this is one for me, but I really hope you enjoy it! Thanks for sharing :) Hope you have a great week!
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Juli @ Universe in Words
sounds like an adventure! Enjoy your book. Kelley at the road goes ever ever on
ReplyDeleteI love the mysterious feel to this book it is very intriguing, great teaser!!
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Naomi @The Perks Of Being A Bookworm
I have been curious about this one. Love the title! I like the teaser and would definitely keep reading.
ReplyDeleteIt's a fun and fast read that gave me a lot of smiles.
DeleteThe introduction sure had me smiling, I was able to even hear a southern accent to the tone of Laura Wilson, this looks like a thrilling adventure; great feature Sandra :)
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Just look at that cover. I love it. My sister would love this series and so would I!
ReplyDeleteMy TT - http://fuonlyknew.com/2015/02/17/teaser-tuesdays-102-the-loch-by-steve-alten/
I love that Art Deco look too! Reminds me of the hotels on Ocean Drive in Miami Beach.
DeleteGreat Teaser! This one sounds like an exciting mystery novel. I love reading about the 1920-1930's era. Thanks for stopping by. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a great teaser! It's so true.
ReplyDeleteoh great tease! that's a really good one this week. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeletetrish - my teaser
Hi Sandra,
ReplyDeleteA really well put together post, which gives me a real sense of the time and place, as well as some excellent character profiling.
It wasn't until I read a way down to the synopsis, that I realised Jake was the one trying to prove his innocence, when it was Laura who spotted that they were being followed at the railway station.
I do like a good murder / mystery, but I am wondering if this one is going to be just a little too theatrical for my taste, despite all the reviews to date being very positive. Let's just say that I would read the book if it happened to come my way, but I probably wouldn't be proactive in seeking out a copy.
Thanks for sharing and enjoy the rest of your week,
Yvonne
Thank you for stopping by, Yvonne, and for your kind compliments on my post. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
DeleteThis sounds like a great read. I love mysteries so I will be adding this to my TBR.
ReplyDeleteThanks for visiting my blog and sharing your teaser.
Nadene@Totally Addicted to Reading
This sounds like a fun mystery. Is it part of a series? Happy reading!
ReplyDeleteYes! This is the second book in the Jake & Laura series, and the third book (Wings in the Dark) is available for pre-order.
DeleteI enjoy historical fiction and this sounds like a great book! I've never heard of this series before; I look forward to checking it out! Thanks for stopping by!
ReplyDeleteGreat teaser! I especially love the opener. It's such a playful beginning.
ReplyDeleteThis one sounds like fun! Hope you enjoy it!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great insight into the old Hollywood era!
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