Welcome to another Tuesday celebrating bookish events, from Tuesday/First Chapter/Intros, hosted by Bibliophile by the Sea Every Tuesday, Diane at Bibliophile by the Sea posts the opening paragraph (sometime two) of a book she decided to read based on the opening. Feel free to grab the banner and play along.
This week I’m my opener as it is the season to be a bit more jolly I thought I’d choose one with the tag-line hilarious, and then I read the synopsis more closely…Faking Friends by Jane Fallon which will be published on 11 January 2018.
Amy thought she knew everything there was to know about her best friend Melissa. Then again, Amy also thought she was on the verge of the wedding of her dreams to her long-distance fiancé.
Until she pays a surprise trip home to London. Jack is out, but it’s clear another woman has been making herself at home in their flat.
There’s something about her stuff that feels oddly familiar . . . and then it hits Amy. The Other Woman is Melissa.
Amy has lost her home, her fiancé and her best friend in one disastrous weekend – but instead of falling apart, she’s determined to get her own back.
Piecing her life back together won’t be half as fun as dismantling theirs, after all. Amazon
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First Chapter ~ First Paragraph ~ Intro
PART ONE
‘Why are you ringing me at half past five in the morning? Is everything OK?’
I can hear the concern in his voice. Even though he’s three years younger than me my bother has always been the protective one.
‘I’m in London, remember?’
Thankfully he does. ‘Of course! The big surprise. How is it? Are you having a lovely time?’
‘Not really,’ I say. I don’t know how to begin to tell him that I’m currently sitting on my bed looking at a suitcase full of another woman’s clothes. That I found unfamiliar toiletries in my bathroom. That a week ago I had both a job and a boyfriend that I loved and now I don’t seem to have either.
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So as you see, not a particularly hilarious opening but knowing Jane Fallon’s style things will begin to get funnier once the dust settles on this scene.
So would you keep reading?
Your thoughts in the comments box are always gratefully received.
I would! Really enjoyed My Sweet Revenge, even though at the time that wasn’t something I’d necessarily pick up so I’m quite looking forward to this one!
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I enjoyed My Sweet Revenge too and it’s always good to have a laugh at fictional misfortunes when done in the right way 🙂
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Oh yes love this opening!
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🙂
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I feel a bit icky right now thinking a best friend wold do something like this. I’m not sure I could read on, though the comments above about Sweet Revenge make me think I’ll probably enjoy it.
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I really enjoyed My Sweet Revenge which also dealt with infidelity walked the line very carefully but I agree it is a tricky one, especially as a friend is involved.
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Hm….that does sound like a grim beginning, Cleo. But I do like wit in a story, and I can see how this could turn into a good and funny read if it’s handled well. I’ll be interested in what you think of it when you’ve finished.
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I do like to treat myself to a laugh every once in a while and this author has worked for me in the past – I’ll keep you posted.
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Definitely continuing. I think it’s going to be quite hilarious maybe in a quirky way.
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I’m hoping for a few laughs!
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Neither the first paragraph or the blurb captured my interest. Perhaps it’s my mood, or perhaps it is because I’ve never read Jane Fallon before…
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Every now and again I treat myself to something a little lighter and Jane Fallon does make me smile.
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This book would definitely hold my interest. Must check this author out.
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My favourite is Getting Rid of Matthew which was published a good few years ago but her last book My Sweet Revenge was very good too.
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Reblogged this on Author Don Massenzio and commented:
Check out the book, Faking Friends by Jane Fallon, as featured on the Cleopatra Loves Books blog.
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Thank you Don
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You’re welcome.
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I love the contrast between the dialogue and what’s happening for the main character, I am definitely intrigued!
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Great news Meggy 🙂
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Oh, yes, I’m in! I can’t wait to see what she does to get revenge…or to “get her own back.” Thanks for sharing…and for visiting my blog.
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You really can’t beat a bit of revenge… thanks for returning my call 🙂
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Oh yes, I would definitely keep reading.
sherry @ fundinmental
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Yes, I would read on!
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Great news Tina 🙂
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Not a jolly time for Amy then – I’d like to know what happens.
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No, doesn’t sound like it! I’m looking forward to this one.
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Ah, nothing like a nice bit of revenge to get into the festive mood… enjoy! 😉
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You know me so well… 🙂
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You say this one has humor? It sounds like it could be a twisted psychological thriller. This week I have Bury the Past by James L’Etoile from my review stack. Happy reading!
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I think, judging by her previous books it will be a fairly light-hearted read but I’ll let you know once I’ve read it. Thanks for visiting and leaving your link.
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This isn’t really the sort of book that I would pick up, but I am intrigued by this – will look out for review 🙂
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I read very few books of this kind so when I do I treat myself to one by an author who has made me laugh before – I’ll keep you posted.
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Sounds like this could be fun; enjoy
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I think its a great beginning. Knowing there is going to be humor makes me even more interested.
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Oohhh this sounds deliciously readable!
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