Hollywood, 1997. When Charity Trickett moves to LA to assist the director of the biggest blockbuster film of the year, she quickly realizes that Hollywood isn’t all red carpets and Rodeo Drive. But her determination to become a screenwriter and producer in this glamorous yet cutthroat industry cannot be stifled. Working harder than she ever has before, she impresses the top brass at Canopy Studios and inches herself closer to her dream. But her ambitions and tender heart are threatened by backstabbing coworkers, an evaporating bank account, love gone wrong, a mistake that could cost the studio hundreds of millions of dollars, and an FBI investigation that could land her in jail.
Surrounded by fame and money but unsure how to access either one, Charity’s grit and kindness steer her toward devoted friends and hopeful artists. If she can manage to stay out of trouble, maybe she can change bad to good. (Synopsis courtesy of Amazon.)
This was a great book. I enjoyed the 1990’s Hollywood setting and the behind-the-scenes peek into the world of film and glamour. The main character, Charity, is so loveable and relatable. I feel her pain in having a horrible boss (who is not actually her boss) and the feeling of being forced into doing what you are told (or else), even when you know it is not in your job description. I spent the entire book rooting for Charity and hoping that her nemesis, Saffron, would get what she deserves.
In the end, the author did not give us the evil revenge on Saffron that she deserved, but instead lifted Charity up so high above her, that it was revenge enough. The genuine friendships that Charity made were heartwarming and gave the story such a wholesome feel, even if her friends are some of the most famous in Hollywood. I truly enjoyed all the characters and how they fit so perfectly into Charity’s world. This is an adorable and fun story, and I really loved it.
Thanks to BookSparks for the book in exchange for an honest review. Purchase Charity Trickett here.
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