Lovers & Liars

by Teri Denine

Book Overview

Multi-platinum R&B singer Journey has fulfilled her lifelong dream as a singing sensation, but it isn't long before she realizes that life in the limelight is not all its cracked up to be. She must endure the unreasonable physical and emotional demands of the "glamorous" life as a superstar, while silently battling her private demons, and she dare not give up that life or face her abusive husband's wrath. However, when her career finally becomes more...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 031236430X
• ISBN13: 9780312364304
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: St. Martins Press-3PL
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.5" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

Let The Music Play On

R & B singing sensation Journey's lifelong dream was to become a singer, but on her claim to fame she realizes that it's not all glitz and glamour. Her singing career has become so demanding, physically and emotionally, Journey wants to take a break. However, her abusive husband/manager, Christopher forbids Journey any time off for fear of losing his cash cow. When her career is no longer enjoyable to her, she escapes to Paris, where she wouldn't be recognized and could take back control of her life. After a chance encounter, she falls in love with a man who expresses unconditional love to her. Her peaceful time in Paris is cut short after she's noticed by the paparazzi. Journey returns back to America to her abusive husband and possibly no career. As she tries to make a comeback, an accident changes her life and those around her. LOVERS & LIARS enters into the music industry and the demands it has on entertainers. A refreshing read with strong characterization as the plot thickens. Denine wrote with such passion I was able to feel Journey's unhappiness doing something she dearly loves. LOVERS & LIARS is a great read with a touching end. Reviewed by Sharon Lewis of The RAWSISTAZ(tm) Reviewers

It Is Not Always What It Seems

In Lovers & Liars by Teri Denine, R & B Superstar Journey Mason searchs for a fulfilling life. To outsiders, it seems that she has everything she could want. All she really wants is love from her husband, Christopher. And he is a real piece of work. He wants nothing more but the money and power that comes with the life that Journey produces. He is controlling and abusive. On top of all of that, her career is being challenged by young, up-and-coming artists and she is no longer on top. You would think her best friend, Jada, would be able to comfort her during this time. But she is just as hungry for the money as Journey's trifling husband. Or, maybe she could depend on her sister, Trish. But she is a crack addict and only out for that next hit. In a split decision, Journey decides that she needs to get away and regroup. She and her bodyguard, Woody, take off to Paris. She is able to relax and enjoy the regular things of life. No one knows her overseas and all is well. She encounters a French man that sweeps her off her feet. Their whirlwind romance leaves Journey confused. Unsure of where her life is headed, she decides it is time to go back to her real world and face the music. An unsuspecting accident abruptly changes Journey's life and everyone around her. Denine creates a cast of powerful characters against the backdrop of the entertainment world. One minute it was crazy Christopher and his unbelievable controlling ways. The next it was Jada stopping at nothing to get some money in her pocket. Thank goodness there was some sanity in Johnathan. Even though, he too, had times you wanted to slap the taste out of his mouth. The lengths people will go to for money is unreal. It definitely had me on the edge of my seat and wanting more. Fast paced and full of great characters, LOVERS & LIARS is a must read. Reveiwed by Donnica Copeland APOOO BookClub Sista Talk Book Club

It was good

The book is a good read, a little slow for my taste but other than that it was good.