Expose (Mira)

by Laura Van Wormer

Book Overview

After rescuing a wealthy couple lost in the Connecticut woods, Sally Harrington is given the chance to create a career-boosting piece for Expectations magazine on TV mogul Cassy Cochran, but her work... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Mass Market Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1551665816
• Release Date: November 2000
• Publisher: Mira
• Length: 475 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 6.8" x 1.3" x 4.3"

Customer Reviews

Glamour isn't always as wonderful as it seems

Reporter Sally Harrington works for her small, hometown newspaper after returning to Castleford, Connecticut two years ago to care for her ill mother. When an assignment leads her to a nearby ghost town, Sally unexpectedly assists a man in medical crisis. It turns out that his wife Verity Rhodes is the glamorous editor of Expectations who subsequently offers Sally an opportunity of a lifetime. She's assigned to write an expose on Cassidy Cochran, president of the DBS network in New York. Soon Sally finds her professional life and personal life sharply split between the glitzy world of New York and the mundane world Castleford, which has drastically taken a turn a turn toward its own excitement.Crazy Pete Sabatino, with his conspiracy theories, has long been the butt of jokes around town, but this time the truth may exist within the miasma of speculation and confusion. A fascinating character, Pete feeds his addiction to conspiracies and the new world order through a series of books, pamphlets, and videos ordered from post office boxes in Texas and California. Pete's enormous satellite dish and forty-foot short-wave radio tower also bring in an inordinate amount of information to feed his obsession. So when Pete claims that Sally's father's death twenty years ago wasn't an accident and is, in fact, linked to a recent mysterious death, she's not inclined to believe him. A lead from Pete leads Sally into a murder investigation in Castleford even while she also writes the expose on Cassidy Cochran. Consequently, the work on both assignments sends her life hurtling out of control. Her "chance of a lifetime" assignment isn't what it seems, her love life endures unexpected upheaval, and her father's accidental death might have been murder.The first person narrative allows the reader to participate in EXPOSE, enduring the turmoil and surprise right along with the heroine. Further, Sally's one of those wonderfully strong characters who still does stupid things and gets carried away by opportunity gone off kilter. Her believable foibles, wonderful enthusiasm, and powerful presence make her a remarkably memorable character. Further, the entire cast of characters, including the dogs and Crazy Pete, make for a fantastic reading experience. And the surprising conclusion is wonderful! Highly recommended.

Highly entertaining

On the cover of "Expose" New York Times Book Review describes Laura Van Wormer as "a master of romantic suspense." After meeting the main character, Sally Harrington, you will quickly realize Van Wormer's reputation is well earned. Sally is impetuous, sassy and everything you imagine a young reporter to be. Two years ago Sally left a Los Angeles magazine and accepted a position working for her hometown paper in Castleford, Connecticut. When an unexpected event lands Sally an offer to write a feature article for a New York magazine, Sally's world is turned upside down. A new boyfriend, a murder investigation and an introduction to Cassy Cochran, president of DBS TV network set the stage for this highly suspenseful and romantic story. Long-time fans of Van Wormer will recognize Cassy, a character who first appeared in "Riverside Drive." Along with Cassy are Alexandra Waring, Jessica Wright and a host of other familiar names. You might say Van Wormer has come full circle to her original cast. Better, stronger and with a style all her own, Van Wormer has found her niche. I enjoyed the book so much I started "The Last Lover" right away.

Fun read with likable characters

This was the first of Van Wormer's books I've read and I'm about to place an order for a few more. Her writing style is light and easy to read - perfect to curl up with during the hectic holidays. Her book Expose was fast paced, and the main character Sally is easy to like. Unlike some other contemporary authors, Van Wormer doesn't bog us down with the main character's beauty and elegance. We get to know Sally through her dialog rather than with a mental image of her physique. That's refreshing! As a writer myself, I could identify with Sally and it's obvious that Van Wormer's spent time in the publishing world. I found the two concurrent plots not always in sync but I was relieved at the end of the book - I'm not putting any plot spoilers here, though! Suffice to say that I want to read more about Sally, Cassy, Alexandra, and the rest. I like Van Wormer's style.

One of her best books ever!

I love Laura Van Wormer! Expose has characters from her previous books that I loved. She has the ability to bring any story to life. This one was fast moving and very funny. I could not put it down. If you enjoyed her other books you'll love this one.

Expose is one of Laura's best

Expose is a great book. Very suspensful with a great surprise ending. I especially enjoyed catching up with characters from some of Laura's past books. I think Expose is a must read.