The Slow Rise Of Clara Daniels

by Christy English

The women in Clara's family have always had a secret: they can read minds. Growing up as the last daughter of a wealthy family in the desert of Palm Springs, she has only one wish: to become a star. At sixteen, she begins her journey into Hollywood and the privileged life of a movie actress, but this time it is a privilege she will have to earn. Using her cunning, intelligence and telepathic abilities, Clara Daniels makes the slow rise that will catapult her to fame and change her life forever. But can the love of the public, of people she will never know, fill the void in her heart? This is the large print edition of The Slow Rise Of Clara Daniels, with a larger font / typeface for easier reading.

Hardcover

Published August 10, 2020

About the author

Ever since Christy English picked up a fake sword in stage combat class at the age of fourteen, she has lived vicariously through the sword-wielding women of her imagination. Sometimes an actor, always a storyteller, Christy works happily with Sourcebooks Casablanca to bring the knife-throwing women of her novels to life. A banker by day and a writer by night, she loves to eat chocolate, drink too many soft drinks, and walk the mountain trails of her home in western North Carolina. Please visit her at http://www.ChristyEnglish.com

Reviews

[K.J. Simmill · Rating 5 out of 5]

Clara had savoured the attention of her distant mother, but her affection became even more scarce when she started seeing Darren. Her family's ability to be able to read people's thoughts had warned what kind of man he was. She wondered why her mother hadn't seen it too. After all, the gift ran in the family. Seeking the love and adoration of others she pursues a career in stardom, knowing she will make those who believe in her rich, but first, she must find a means to enter the scene and ensure all she wants comes to pass.

Christy English's The Slow Rise of Clara Daniels is a supernatural drama following the life of Clara, a famous actress and her journey to fame. Written in an easy flowing third person narrative it is easy to enjoy the ride, and the dates at the start of each chapter made the varying timeline easy to track as we go from childhood to fame and back. I enjoyed Clara's diva character and how she portrayed the image of a classy Hollywood star. The use of her gift is limited, and targeted toward propelling her in the career of adoration she seeks and thrives on. I enjoyed following her trials, watching as she solved the issues before her to ensure she had what she wanted, and found something she wasn't even expecting.

[Launa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book!! I got lost I Clara’s life. The characters grabbed me from the start. I definitely recommend ❤️