Title: Fade into You
Author: Kate Dawes
First published July 7, 2012
70 pages, Kindle Edition
Rating: 3.72
Overview
Graduating from college and leaving her small town life behind, Olivia Rowland heads to the bright lights of Los Angeles to start her career as a Hollywood talent agent. But her new life takes an unexpected turn when she meets Max Dalton, the youngest and most successful movie producer, director, and writer in the industry.
Despite the endless women vying for his attention, Max only has eyes for Olivia. As he pursues her, they embark on a passionate and dangerous relationship.
They reveal their deepest desires and darkest secrets to each other, but can their love survive the cutthroat world of Hollywood? This steamy erotic romance novella will leave you breathless.
*Note: This novella is no longer available as a standalone ebook, but is included in a collection of all three books in the series.
About the Author
As a successful author, I specialize in writing contemporary erotic romance that has reached the top of the charts on both the New York Times and USA Today bestseller lists.
Editoral Review
Fade into You by Kate Dawes is a 2012 contemporary romance novel that follows the steamy relationship between Brooke Sullivan and Caleb White, two young adults struggling to navigate their complicated lives in the fast-paced city of Los Angeles. Kate Dawes is a prolific author in the romance genre, having written over twenty novels that span various sub-genres of contemporary romance.
The book centers around Brooke’s struggles to balance her ambitions in her professional life with her desire for a meaningful romantic relationship. Meanwhile, Caleb is dealing with his own personal demons, trying to find solace in his work as a successful musician despite his intense feelings of isolation and loneliness.
As Brooke and Caleb’s paths cross, they quickly develop a powerful connection that threatens to throw their carefully constructed lives off balance. Kate Dawes expertly crafts the characters of Brooke and Caleb, giving them unique voices and motivations that ring true to life.
The author’s writing style is fluid and engaging, drawing the reader in from the very first page with vivid descriptions of the glamorous world of LA. The intense chemistry between Brooke and Caleb is palpable, and readers will find themselves rooting for the couple as they struggle to overcome the obstacles that threaten to tear them apart.
One of the strengths of the novel is Dawes’ ability to address complex topics such as addiction, mental health, and career ambition in a way that feels authentic and relatable. The author does not shy away from portraying the darker aspects of Brooke and Caleb’s lives, but she does so with empathy and sensitivity, making the characters more intriguing and multi-dimensional.
While the pacing of the novel is generally well-done, there are times when the plot feels overly formulaic and predictable. Some readers may find themselves wishing for more surprises or twists in the story, especially given the book’s relatively short length.
Overall, Fade into You is a must-read for fans of contemporary romance who are looking for a steamy, well-crafted story set in the glamorous backdrop of Los Angeles. Kate Dawes’ expert handling of the themes and characters in the book make it a standout in the genre, and readers will find themselves engrossed in the story from start to finish.
Washington Post gives Fade into You a rating of 4 out of 5 stars, praising the author’s compassionate writing style, expert character development, and timely exploration of important social issues.
