Review: Kissing In Technicolor
Charlie Frost is 27, about to graduate from film school, and is trying to make a name for herself in the film industry. Making ends barely meet as a Yoga instructor, and having her latest screenplay rejected, she has no idea her life is about to change. On the advice of one her professors at school, she begins to revise one of her earlier plays in hopes it will be made into a movie. At the same time, she meets a handsome soap star, Hank, who is definitely interested in her.
When she receives the great news that she will be able to direct the play, Charlie is thrilled. Hank manages to convince her to give him the lead part, but she isn’t too sure of her decision. When problems break out during the rehearsals and taping, she realizes it may not have been the best idea…
Kissing in Technicolor is a solid, highly readable story featuring a very strong and admirable main character, intellectual writing and bantering that will appeal to people who appreciate that (as I do), and a satisfying story that unfolds at a leisurely pace. Jane Mendle has definitely impressed me with her intelligent and wonderful novel – and I hope she plans to write more books!
Overall? I highly recommend Kissing in Technicolor. There was nothing about the book that I didn’t like. The supporting characters were realistic and likeable, and the author keeps a good handle on the story line. The main character is one of my favorite types in chick lit – strong, slightly flawed, intelligent and realistic. At a hearty 346 pages, the novel will keep you pleasantly occupied for many hours. (Or days, depending on your reading speed!)
4 stars
reviewed by Rian
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