The Rock Star in Seat 3A: A Novel [Hardcover]

Jill Kargman (Author)

Book Description

Release date: May 22, 2012

Following her hilarious bestselling volume of humorous reflections on life, love, and whatever (Sometimes I Feel Like a Nut), Jill Kargman makes a triumphant return to the world of fiction with The Rock Star in Seat 3A. The author of The Ex-Mrs Hedgefund, Arm Candy, and Momzillas delights with this smart and sassy modern-day fairy tale romance…with a twist.

The story of a woman whose most cherished romantic fantasy comes true—at the possible expense of everything else in her life—when she finds herself seated right next to a rock ’n’ roll demigod on a business flight from New York to Los Angeles, The Rock Star in Seat 3A is fresh, funny, and outrageously entertaining women’s fiction that will strike a loud power chord with fans of Lauren Weisberger and Jennifer Weiner.

Editorial Reviews

Review

“The Rock Star in Seat 3A is funny and irreverent, a brash and appealing account of a long-devoted fan-girl and how she copes with her rock idol fantasy come true.” (USA Today)

Fantasy, fiction and the sex appeal of rock god Finn Schiller are the three key ingredients in the cocktail recipe for this summer’s must-read beach book: THE ROCK STAR IN SEAT 3A. (Bookreporter.com)

From the Back Cover

It's Hazel's thirtieth birthday and she has everything she's ever wanted: a kickass job, a dream apartment in New York City, and the perfect boyfriend—who's just days away from proposing. Hazel thinks she's happy but isn't quite ready to settle down. So when her most far-fetched fantasy enters the realm of the possible, shouldn't she drop everything to see it through?

The morning after her birthday, Hazel boards a flight to L.A. only to get the surprise of her life. When she's bumped up to first class, extra legroom and free drinks are absolutely the last things on her mind when she catches sight of her seatmate: her all-time biggest celebrity crush, rock star Finn Schiller! Only the night before she'd confessed her infatuation with the gorgeous musician, and her boyfriend joked that she had a free pass if she ever met him. Hazel can't believe fate has actually thrown them together.

Even more unbelievable is that during the flight they genuinely connect. Finn likes her uncensored cursing and wicked sense of humor, and that she's unlike all of his groupies; Hazel likes his killer looks, ripped physique, and soulful music. But what started as a fantasy quickly becomes a real attraction, and after a dream date and taste of the rock-star life with Finn in L.A., Hazel is forced to examine the track her life is on. Indulging in a passionate affair with a rock star seems crazy—but could she ever forgive herself if she walked away from her wildest dream coming true? And is her wildest dream the stuff that happiness is made of?

A lively novel about a down-to-earth New York City girl who suddenly finds herself in a rock 'n' roll Cinderella fantasy, The Rock Star in Seat 3A is seasoned with Jill Kargman's signature wit and hilarious dialogue. This is a fairy-tale romance with a twist.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 208 pages
• Publisher: William Morrow (May 22, 2012)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0062007203
• ISBN-13: 978-0062007209
• Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 1 x 8.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (48 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #808,004 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Jill Kargman is deathly afraid of clowns. And mimes. Wait, mimes are worse. She lives in New York City where she writes magazine articles and trashy novels and enjoys wrap sandwiches. She is the author of teen books Bittersweet Sixteen, Summer Intern, and Jet Set, plus some excellent grown-up books. And by grown-up books she doesn't mean porn; she means not young adult but plain old adult. Her articles have appeared in Vogue, Teen Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Town & Country, Travel + Leisure, Elle, Elle Décor, and a bunch of British magazines you've never seen. She went to Yale where she did not study writing and has three children who keep her young. And exhausted.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful

2.0 out of 5 stars Not recommended December 25, 2012

By Julia Rubenfeld

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Really cheesy and unrealistic. At times I found the writing style to be painful. A quick read and somewhat entertaining. If you are looking for a well written novel this is not it.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A witty and entertaining summer read sprinkled with some insightful life wisdom! June 3, 2012

By DreamweaverSel

Format:Hardcover

I read this book cover to cover in a morning and loved it! Witty, sexy and a fast-paced, "The Rock Star in Seat 3A" is the perfect fantasy come true. Hazel meets her rock star idol when she gets upgraded on a flight and he happens to sit right next to her. They have an intense connection that she's eager to explore, despite the fact that she's got the perfect boyfriend at home. In addition to being the ideal 'beach' or 'airplane' read, this book restores faith that if you follow your heart, live in the moment, go with the flow and allow yourself to live the life-changing experiences, you will always be led down the right path!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

2.0 out of 5 stars Not satisfying August 18, 2012

By kebblue

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I ordered this book looking for a light read. This book delivered a little too well on that count. I finished this book in a couple of hours and immediately forgot most of the content. The story was way too predictable and didn't deliver anything that I haven't already heard or seen. Even the big ending was a let down. If you are looking for a fun, summer read that also offers some level of originality and personality you will want to look elsewhere.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Not the best book, but definitely entertaining February 13, 2013

By Sean

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This is by all means NOT the best book I've ever read, but I really enjoyed reading it during the 2-3 hours that it took. It made me react emotionally, so I would definitely recommend it to friends who are looking for something light.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Cute read! January 22, 2013

By Verninja

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This book was great easy reading. It's an unchallenging, fluffy beach read, which is great if your looking to just switch off. Our heroine does tend to get a bit annoying part way in, and it is pretty predictable, but ultimately a fun and enjoyable read.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Unimpressed October 21, 2012

By M. Jordan

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I really wanted to like this book. The description of the book sounded so good and intriguing. The beginning of the book started out fairly well then towards the middle I started getting bored. I kept reading hoping it would pick up. It did not. Hazel really annoyed me. She we such a complainer I thought. She never seemed satisfied with anything. The ending did not happen how I wanted or thought it should. This really ruined the book for me. I was really disappointed with the story line.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining Light Read, A Bit Abrupt in Parts October 2, 2012

By L. Erickson TOP 1000 REVIEWER

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This is an entertaining chicklit read. Hazel is a 30 year old PR director for a video game company, in a longstanding relationship with Wylie, a sweetheart of a chef, and she's feeling conflicted about their future together. I appreciated the fact that Hazel is not your typical NYC glamor girl - she's a rebel rocker techie type, who swears up a storm and speaks her mind. When she finds herself sitting next to a rock legend who also happens to be her number one fantasy crush, her life is turned upside down. Through her whirlwind romance with him the book explores fantasy vs. reality, especially in love and relationships. It's not heavy-handed though - this is mostly meant to be pure, light entertainment with a good heart - good as an 'escape' read.

In books like this (which always have pretty much the same plot point - who will the heroine end up with?) - it's really about the characters and setting. Hazel is well-drawn, but both Wylie (her boyfriend) and Finn (the rock star) are pretty thin. The book also felt abrupt in parts, particularly when she makes her big decision about who to be with. But overall, the rock-star world was fun, and it delivered what it set out to do.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Good book September 22, 2012

By Chelsea

Format:Kindle Edition

Good fast read. Enjoyed the Hazel's character and of course the ending. I would recommend to my friends. If your headed to the beach bring this book!