Title: Unscripted
Author: Christy Pastore
Date of Publication: December 9th 2014
“His gaze on me was intense, I couldn’t look away. I felt
as if I was revealing my entire soul to him in this moment.”
The range of
emotions I had experienced with Ronan felt like a topsy-turvy spinning roller
coaster. Suddenly I was awake for the first time in what felt like years. Every
fiber of my being was filled with heated desire, passion, lust and fear, and
all I wanted was more… more of everything, more of him. How had I just lived
these past few years only going through the motions? But, as glorious as all of
this was, was I kidding myself? Could it be real? Or just a moment in time - a
few days of thrilling and scary excitement rolled into one? The moment before
you hit that first big drop on your favorite coaster, you fall, and then it's
over.
This isn’t your
typical Hollywood fairy tale where the typecast ordinary girl next door meets
the famous handsome actor and they fall in love. Despite the emotional and
physical scars that serve as reminders of Holliday Prescott’s past, she has
evolved into a strong young woman. Ronan Connolly has loved and lost, but he’s
never been in love. The weight of Hollywood’s expectations and the scripted
games people play have left him bruised but not broken.
He's always followed
everyone else's script and she wrote her own. That was until fate swept in with
other plans.
MATURE CONTENT - This story contains sexually explicit
material and is intended for mature individuals over the age of eighteen.
How did you come up with the
idea for this story?
Where do you find your
inspiration?
Is there anything you find
particularly challenging in your writing?
You mean besides
staying off social media and just focusing on writing!!?? Sometimes, I think I don't always let myself go. I have a
comfort zone that often times I am afraid to venture out of… then with a few
shoves from my most trusted Beta Reader and Editor, I do, and it ends up being
great!
What are your current
projects?
Tell us about your first book.
What would readers find different about the first one and your most recent
published work?
My debut novel, Fifteen Weekends was released earlier this year.
Simply, it's a twisty sexy story that follows the lives of three unique women:
Ashleigh, Emily and Amanda. Each one is trying to overcome adversity while
finding their way. You can expect lots of descriptive details such as fashion,
places and spaces. It's a tale of revenge and forgiveness, of changing and
moving on. It's a real, human romance novel that will make you laugh and keep
you guessing. Fifteen Weekends is told
in third person and it is much “tamer” than Unscripted as far as the romance
goes—this book is far more erotic.
Is there a message in your
novel that you want readers to grasp?
There are a few themes readers will take away from
Unscripted. The main message will be pretty obvious, and it will come from our
heroine, Holliday Prescott. I think readers will love her strength, maybe even
identify with her character on certain levels.
Does music play any type of
role in your writing?
Absolutely! Music is a huge part of my writing. I have
playlists for each of the books I have written. Music for me just adds another
layer to the story. Most of the songs remind me of a certain scene or just
happened to be playing while I wrote the book. Sometimes I will listen to a
song over and over for inspiration. Songs from Coldplay, U2, Snow Patrol, The
Fray and Blake Shelton all made their way to the playlist for Unscripted.
Are experiences based on
someone you know, or events in your life?
Nope, Unscripted from beginning to end was a story I just
made up. Now Fifteen Weekends on the other hand, each of the female characters
in that book were influenced by several women I have met throughout my life.
What books have influenced your
life most?
Captivating storytelling is one reason I am big fan of the romantic
suspense genre. Sidney Sheldon’s books have stayed with me over the years. There
is something hypnotic about his writing. Michael Crichton is an ingenious
storyteller, and there is no better example of that than his book, Disclosure. Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn – what can I say – I loved this book from
beginning to end. Gone Girl was such a mind trip, it actually inspired me to
write the suspenseful parts in my first book. When an Author can surprise me in
more ways that I ever thought, you have found a fan girl for life.
Are there any new authors that
have grasp your interest?
As a matter of fact, I’ve been fortunate enough to connect
with a group of newbie Indie Authors, like myself whom are all trying to
navigate through this crazy emotional business. We all support one
another—professionally and personally. The bonus is that I’ve developed
wonderful friendships with these women— Rachel Blaufeld, TC Matson, Fabiola Francisco,
KL Shandwick, Terrie Lyndie, Salem Archer, Susan Ward, Nicky D. White and C J
Wells {Christa Gibbs and Jill Syed}.
Can you share a little of your
current work with us?
A
few quotes I love:
1.
“You’re never going to
have to tell that story to anyone or another man ever. I’m the last one. You’re
mine, Holliday— my beauty.”
2. Ronan
pulled me by the back of my hair, “Look at me, Holliday.” My eyes darted to
his, and a thousand emotions flickered inside me. We stared into each other’s
eyes, recognizing the same powerful connection— a bond. This man, a stranger to me just over a week
ago, had become deeply etched into my life in a very short time. How can
this be possible?
3. My
eyes fluttered open to find Ronan staring at me. He must have been watching me
sleep. That’s pretty romantic, right?
Ronan propped himself up on his elbow, caressing the curve of my body. “I love
your body, Holliday. The pleasure of physically driving you insane and out of
your beautiful mind is all mine.”
4. “Ronan,
will you hurry up and get back to Manhattan. My body needs yours.”
He
whispered hotly, “I can’t stand being apart from you. I’d love nothing more
than to be in bed with you, fucking you,” he sighed. “I wish my hands were on
your body instead of this damn phone.”
“I
need to be fucked, Ronan.”
“Oh,
my beauty, I intend to fuck, suck and lick you, not necessarily in that order,
when I return to you.”
5. “How serious were you about the
wearing no panties rule when you’re not around?”
“I don’t know.” He flashed a devilish grin. Then he
leaned into me, whispering into my ear, “Why don’t you try it again my beauty
and see what happens.”
6. Trailing
his tongue against my skin, he whispered, “Are you sure you don’t want to fuck
me?” He moved my hand and placed it over his cock— rock hard. Kissing down my
chin and gently sucking on my neck, I gripped him tighter.
“Tell
me what you want, Holliday,” he prompted, caressing my thighs shoving my dress
up to my waist.
Do you have anything specific that you
want to say to your readers?
Thank you! From the bottom of my heart, thank you for your
kindness and support, you all mean the world to me.
How can readers discover more
about you and your work?
Social media – I am always on Facebook {https://www.facebook.com/ChristyPastoreAuthor}, Instagram
{http://instagram.com/christypastore} and
Twitter (https://twitter.com/christypastore} . It’s
kind of a ridiculous obsession—pretty sure I may need rehab one day. Readers
can always chat with me or ask questions. Most likely you’ll find me talking
about the hotness that is, Richard Madden or Chris Pine. You can find me on
Pinterest too, I’ve created boards for both of my books, complete with
character inspiration, items you might find in Holliday’s closet and Ronan’s
favorite whiskey brand.
Do you have a special time to
write? How is your day structured writing-wise?
I write when
an idea sparks… mostly I am freshest for writing in the morning. However as you
know, writing is not a 9-5 job. It’s a 24/7, 7 days a week constant. If I am
working on a new book I find that 10pm to 3am is usually the best time to
write… the sounds of silence are best.
Why did you choose to write
[genre] stories?
I write stories, I’d love to read. I think most Authors
feel that way. Guilty pleasure books
are my favorite, books with lots of drama, almost like a soap opera. Suspense
is another element that readers will enjoy in my books. I have to have more
than just “hot steamy sex” in my stories.
What is for you the perfect
book hero?
I love a man in a suit or one who dresses well…he’ll have a
white collar job {that whole commands both the boardroom and bedroom is sexy}
or he will be famous… he’ll have a naughty yet playful side… he will be
passionate about life and love, most likely he will have an accent, but not
always.
When you start a book, do you
already have the whole story in your head or is it built progressively?
I usually have the whole story in my head. I definitely
have a beginning, middle and end planned out—for Unscripted there were three
scenes that ended up making the final cut that were not part of my original
script. And they are good ones.
When and why did you begin
writing?
When I was younger, I would make up stories and write them
down in notebooks. I had stacks and stacks of notebooks filled with short
stories. The stories were generally about groups of friends who loved fashion,
travelling and had boy crazy crushes.
When did you first consider
yourself a writer?
I first considered myself a writer when I landed an
internship with a popular celebrity gossip blog. I had been there a few months
when the site wanted to change up some of their content and move away from solely
featuring “celeb gossip.” I pitched my ideas for new features and they liked
them so much they made me a twice weekly featured columnist.
List three books you have
recently read and would recommend.
·
“Debt Inheritance” by Pepper Winters - This
book was a mind trip…it was unlike anything I had ever read.
·
“Smoldered” by Rachel Blaufeld – If you read
one book this year make it Smoldered! I loved Asher and Natalie’s story!!!
·
“Moondance in Red” by Salem Archer – Hands down
one of the sexiest and funniest books I have ever read. Mason Reid is so hot…
five panty melting stars.
Tell us something that people
would be surprised you know how to do.
The first “vehicle” I learned to drive was a backhoe…
haven’t operated one in years, but I’m fairly certain I could still drive one
with ease.
Will you write more about these
characters?
Absolutely! I love Ronan and Holliday, and I know readers
will too!
------------------------------------------
unScripted Excerpts
1. From Chapter Nine
The
sleek black limo arrived at the gala just in time so that Ronan could walk the
red carpet. He asked if I was ready to be photographed on his arm, and I
declined. I honestly didn’t think it was a good idea. He understood, but I
could tell that a twinge of disappointment rushed over him.
“I
have a surprise for you tonight,” he said, smiling warmly at me while twirling
the diamond and platinum bracelet he’d bought for me with his long fingers.
“What
is it?” I giggled.
“Mr.
Connolly, sir, they’re ready to take you to the red carpet now,” Dean’s husky
voice said over the intercom.
“Okay,
I’m ready. Open the door in ten.” Brushing the back of his hand over my cheek,
he kissed me. I gripped his arm as his hands drifted to my neck, deepening our
kisses. I gently shoved his shoulder, saying, “You’re going to be late.”
“I’m
already late.” He grinned.
He
let go of me, and I hurriedly went towards the front of the limo so that no one
would see me. Ronan smoothed his tie, the door opened and he stepped out. His
PR team quickly ushered him out of the limo and up the steps to the media
frenzy. I heard the screams and the chanting of his name which made me anxious
and excited all at once. I felt my heart skip a beat when he was swept up in
the swarm of photographers, and I could no longer see his gorgeous silhouette.
2. From Chapter Two
The
shiny chrome doors parted revealing a private foyer with an elegant chandelier
hanging from the ceiling. When the white lacquered door to the penthouse opened
I felt like all the air had been sucked out from my lungs. I thought I might
have stumbled onto a movie set. Candles lit up the entire room and jazz music
poured through the speakers. I noticed a large black grand piano in the corner
of the room, along with a stunning floor to ceiling marble slab fireplace. The
drapes were pulled back from the giant picture window in the living room,
revealing the illuminated Manhattan skyline as snow poured down from the sky.
Everything in the room was beige and white with accents of gold and silver. I
couldn’t have dreamed of a more romantic setting.
Candles?
Music? Champagne? Was Ronan Connolly trying to seduce me?
He
stood near the bar and popped the cork on the champagne. The noise caught me
off-guard and made me jump. Ronan was dressed in a sleek navy blue suit with a
white collared shirt— the first few buttons were undone. He is too hot for his own good. He is too hot for my own good. I could
be easily seduced by this sexy man in the blue suit. Careful to remain calm
I did not show any starry-eyed emotion, only coolness.
3. From Chapter 3
I pulled back
breathless and he grinned at me wickedly, gently brushing his tongue over his
bottom lip. God, he smelled good. His
eyes flared with heat. Ronan forcefully yanked my coat back, pushing it over my
shoulders and down my arms. I could feel my breasts swell. My scarf was the
next thing to be freed from my body. Wrapping one arm around my waist and
cupping my chin in his other hand, he stroked my cheek with his thumb, moving
his soft firm lips to mine, letting out a soft growl into my mouth. That was hot as hell.
“Holliday,
you have no idea how many times I’ve wondered what it would be like to kiss
you. You’ve been damn near the only thing on my mind for what seems like days,”
he said while gently caressing my cheek with his long fingers. Ronan skimmed
each one over my lips carefully as I scanned his beautiful face, studying every
line and angle. My breathing escalated— all I could hear was the thundering of
my heartbeat in my ears.
“I’ve
been having wickedly inappropriate thoughts about you, Holliday.”
Review by Wendy Obsessive Pimpettes
* * * * obsessed by books arc given for an honest review * * *
Holiday was minding her own business one day when she notices these two lovely girls who seem to be without a parent, trying to figure out where they belong, she hears the sexest voice in the world Ronan Connolly Hollywood's hottest movie star. there is somthing about a single dad that's sexy and Ronan possessed that sexiness 100%. Holiday and Ronan hit it off right off the bat. They both hold this passion for each other, that is sexy as hell . Ronan feels the need to protect Holiday when she breaks down and tells Ronan about her being raped and tortured. He's loving and is alpha in every way staking his claim on his woman. I really enjoyed this book, I just wish Ronan would leave her past where it belonged in the past. Can't wait for book two, hope we get to see more of the girls.
Review by Mariska Obsessive Pimpette
~*~ Obsessed by Books copy given in exchange for an honest review ~*~
I loved and hated this book at the same time. Something about Holliday put me off a bit. I liked the story line and what Christy has created between these two. Its hard to give an honest review without giving away too many spoilers. Holliday deserves someone to look after her and that will let go of her past, and not meddle with it.I like that Holliday likes to be independent and that her past has made her a much stronger woman. But she needs to let someone that care for her do exactly that, take care of her. We are left with a cliffhanger and I really wanted to know what comes next. So there is no way you will be able to miss the next book. Hopefully we will get more POV's from Ronan to see what type of person he sees himself as and what type of person he really is, rather through Holliday's eyes.
I look forward to the next book and am sure the characters will grow on me a little more and hopefully we will get to know the girls a little better too
About Christy Pastore
Writer Christy
Pastore grew up in the lakeside community of Syracuse, Indiana writing short
stories that usually involved characters who loved to travel, had a passion for
fashion and were often times swept up in boy crazy crushes. Many of her first
stores also dealt with coming of age situations with their best girlfriends.
Christy gave up
reading books for several years, disillusioned with the annoying characters and
predictable plot lines. Upon the recommendation of a friend, Christy picked up
a much buzzed about popular romance novel which reminded her of why reading was
such an enjoyable guilty pleasure.
Writing has been a
constant in Christy’s life, leading her to create a popular fashion blog,
Fashion Wrap Up. This endeavor allowed Christy to have the wonderful experience
of working and collaborating with many talented models, designers, makeup
artists and photographers in the Fashion Industry. While Pastore still writes
about fashion and celebrity style in her spare time, her passion for story
development, more specifically creative writing, publishing and content
creation has taken her on a new journey and career path: Author.
Her debut novel,
Fifteen Weekends will be out May 2014 just in time for you to add it to your
summer reading list.
Additionally,
Christy enjoys a nice glass of Sauvignon Blanc, a warm cup of coffee, Gummi
Bears, traveling and tweeting her thoughts on her favorite TV shows.
Christy and her
husband Kevin currently reside in St. Louis, Missouri in the popular Italian
Neighborhood, The Hill, with their two lovable dogs and cooler than cool cat.
