The book soon becomes an interesting and thought-provoking look into the more complex side of Hollywood stardom.
An Orphan of the Light appears to be an out and out detective book after a body is found in a smart suburb of the Hollywood Hills at the beginning of the book. However, the book soon becomes an interesting and thought-provoking look into the more complex side of Hollywood stardom. What happens to those actresses for whom the fame and glamour of Hollywood eludes them? The books lead detective, Garrett Connelly, begins a search to uncover the mystery surrounding the death of an aspiring actress, Nora Sims at the iconic Hollywood sign. Referencing a true-life story of Peg Entwhistle, a British actress who moved to Hollywood hoping for success within the film industry, the book delves into the complexities of fame and how Hollywood can become a beacon of despair rather than hope or success for those who don’t achieve the coveted fame. The opposite of light becomes dark. I found the book very readable, with short catchy chapters which mean you get hooked into the story of Garrett uncovering the life of Nora Sims. The author provides very good descriptions of locations throughout the book so that the reader can really visualise the locations. The book has several twists throughout to keep you guessing, right until the dramatic ending involving Garrett and the other main character of the book, Moira, who is herself an aspiring actress. Can Garrett help Moira so that history doesn’t repeat itself?
Helen Pettitt, A LoveReading Ambassador
A wonderful story told with heart that draws the reader in and won't let go. Interesting, disturbing and an alternative view of the Hollywood that we usually think of. So glad that the ending cleared up some of my questions as I read this intriguing story.
A wonderful story told with heart that draws the reader in and won't let go. Interesting, disturbing and an alternative view of the Hollywood that we usually think of. So glad that the ending cleared up some of my questions as I read this intriguing story.
Jill Barton, A LoveReading Ambassador