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Brittany

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I really enjoyed this book. I really enjoyed the relationship that Brittany shared with her sister Cleo. They were really close for sisters who grew up in different households. I also loved Brittany friendship with Ralph they complimented each other well and was able to lean on each other for support. I would definitely recommend this book to others to read.

Being a skilled professional dancer comes easy for Brittany Townsend as dance is the love of her life and she has worked hard to perfect her craft.
Brittany doesn't seem to have the same luck with men. This beauty has no problem attracting handsome men and one after another they come into her life but all seem to bring drama along for the ride.

Brittany and her dance group get a chance of a life time when they are asked by world famous choreographer Mitchell Londano to dance on his awards show.
The competition is fierce, the jealousy is deep but Brittany doesn't care she's in her element and with the suave Mitchell showing her extra loving attention she may just have the best of both worlds...love and dance.

But tragedy is about to strike with a double dose of drama from the past that may possibly put an end to Brittany's future!

Ms. Walls did a great job giving us an eerie look at what can happen when one wants to move on from an abusive relationship and the other can't....or I should say doesn't want to let go.
Opening up the whole world of dance and the pressure and jealousy that goes along with it, plus a great relationship between two sisters, makes this an enjoyable contemporary read!

Locksie
ARC Book Club Inc.

Author Loretta R. Walls penned a wonderful romance/mystery within the world of dance, a place that takes years of practice and a lot of discipline to become the most sought after and the best in that field of the arts.

Brittany is an awesome dancer, one who could make her body speak volumes, as she dances her way into a position on Broadway and a chance to be known nationally for whom she is and what she can do. Despite all her accomplishments, her past and present enemies find a way to hinder what she worked a long time to achieve.

Dominique, a rich, spoiled and evil young lady may have the skills, but since she is borderline crazy and completely foolish, she never takes the time to add up the cost before she puts into play a plan that comes back to bite her hard.

Despite what is going on in Brittany's life, she finds true love with Mitchell Londano, a famous dance instructor extraordinaire, who not only helps to change her life forever, but proves that he has eyes only for Brittany.

Will everything Brittany worked for come to pass in her life or will her nemesis, Dominique, ruin it for her forever? Will her past catch up with her and overthrow everything she is destined to achieve?

I enjoyed this read and loved the fact that I thought I figured out the plot only to find out there were more people involved. The only problem I had with "Brittany" was the formatting of the book. I recommend this book to those who are lovers of dance, romance and mysteries.


Reviewed by Sharel E. Gordon-Love
APOOO BookClub

Brittany Townsend is an gifted dancer from the south side of Richmond Va. She is destined for great things. Though Brittany is the star of TV Show Dance Nation, her dream is to become a star on Broadway. Brittany is part of a group of dancers and Ralph is her dance partner. They work well together and are such good friends that Ralph kind of takes on the roll of her protector. Other dancers include Vivienne, Dan, Dominique, and Rodney. Dominique and Brittany have been arch enemies since their days at Julliard. The dance group gets a visit from the hottest choreographer to hit the scene, Mitchell Londano for auditions to join his dance group. When the results come in Brittany and Ralph are the lead with Vivienne and Dan in the 1st position and Dominique and her partner in 2nd position. This is not to Dominique's liking as she is a spoiled brat, who is used to getting her way. Dominique will do anything to sabotage Brittany. Will she be successful in her plot to ruin Brittany?

Just when things are starting to look up for Brittany and her dreams seem within reach, Brittany's married boss Byron starts wreaking havoc on her life, unable to take rejection as she has ended their once sexually relationship. To make matters worse her abusive ex Brian is released from prison and he wants what once belonged to him (Brittany). Brittany has fought hard to overcome the damage Brian has done to her soul and is trying to keep moving on with the new love of her life her new dance teacher Mitchell. Brittany also has her older half sister Cleodeena in her corner to support her 100%. Cleo is the owner of an up and coming hot spot restaurant `Cleo Class'. We learn quite a bit about Cleo in the book and she has a story to tell. Tragedy hits the night of the group's big performance and Brittany ends up in the hospital with her dream ripped from under her. Will Brittany persevere thru this tragedy? Will the culprit be found out? Will Brittany ex Brian cause a ruckus in her relationship with Mitchell? How does the gang come out with their leading lady down and out? Will Cleo and Mitchell be able to help Brittany as her dream is taken away in a heartbeat or will she push them away and wallow in misery? Readers receive the answers to these and many more question as no stone is left uncovered.

Kudos to Author Loretta Walls for penning a great story that deals with educated people. It was a pleasure to read about successful black characters that had good morals. While I love a great hood story this was a pleasant surprise. Loretta expresses herself very well. I tended to get mental picture reading her vivid descriptions. I love that the fact this book has minimal cursing in it. The editing is great and the cover is simple but eye catching; I love the pretty black woman with the look of determination on her face. Loretta, keep up the great work and I look forward to reading more of your work in the future.

SiStar Tea
ARC Book Club Inc.
Star Rating: 5

Brittany is an exceptional dancer from the Southside of Richmond. With the ability to hear music and move to it beautifully and effortlessly, Brittany touched many lives over the years. Knowing she was destined for Broadway she worked hard with her dance partner Ralph who she has a undenying connection with. When they are offered a great opportunity by one of the top choreographers, Mitchell both of there lives are changed for good. Brittany seeming to move further in the spotlight begins to have old skeletens from her past determined to stop her show.
Cleodeena is Brittany's half sister and a determined restaurant owner. Suffering from the hurt of a past relationship, Cleo put all her time, energy, and focus into running her restaurant and preparing great food. Unknown to Cleo she has someone who is about to come into her life and change it for good!
Dominique is a spoiled girl who believes everything should be given to her. Dominique is Brittany's biggest rival and the wicked witch of the dance school. She believes she is the best of the best dancer but soon finds that sometimes less is really more.
I thought the story was a really original story. It was refreshing to read something different and the storyline was good. Although the story had a good pace I felt that it at some points certain things were rushed leaving you to figure out a few things. The great thing about the book was that while I was reading it I could visualize a lot of the scenes and could really see and relate to the book. I would recommend this book to anyone looking for a good read.
Four star reviewed by Mskiki of Real Divas of Literature