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New Horizons
Quinn Collins is ready for her Off-Broadway debut. With her modeling days behind her and a contract secured for her one-woman show at the prestigious Horizon Theater, she’s eager for a fresh start.
Alex Anders was born into the world of theater. Her father owns one of Manhattan’s most distinguished theater companies, and Alex has spent her life performing. Now the managing director for Horizon, Alex is content to be around the stage, even if she’s not on it.
As Quinn prepares for her opening night and Alex works to clinch Horizon’s coveted executive director position, ghosts from Alex’s past may jeopardize both their goals.
Neither of them can afford a romantic distraction, but the pull of their attraction is hard to resist. Their love story may be the encore performance of Alex’s worst fears or the one act that could change their lives forever.
Alex Anders was born into the world of theater. Her father owns one of Manhattan’s most distinguished theater companies, and Alex has spent her life performing. Now the managing director for Horizon, Alex is content to be around the stage, even if she’s not on it.
As Quinn prepares for her opening night and Alex works to clinch Horizon’s coveted executive director position, ghosts from Alex’s past may jeopardize both their goals.
Neither of them can afford a romantic distraction, but the pull of their attraction is hard to resist. Their love story may be the encore performance of Alex’s worst fears or the one act that could change their lives forever.
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Published October 15, 2024
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October 4, 2024
I loved this story! It's about Quinn, a former model who's starting a new career as an actress by starring in a play she wrote herself. The other main character is Alex, the daughter of a powerful New York theater mogul who's kind of a jerk and doesn't treat his daughter very well. Alex puts up with her dad's disdain because she feels a duty to honor her late mother, who was a great theater actress and co-founded the theater that Alex now partially runs, at least during the winter season. She hopes to run it completely someday.
Alex was completely captivated by Quinn's performance at a theater festival and didn't hesitate to book her monologue for the winter season at her theater. Quinn, after meeting Alex and doing a little social media stalking, was also smitten with her acting talent, which Alex had put on the back burner to focus on management. This mutual fascination is going to cause some serious drama as they start this new project together, especially with some past scandals hanging over both of their heads.
I absolutely loved everything! The dialogue, the development of their relationship, the side characters, the sneaky and sometimes surprising power plays – it was all fantastic. But it wasn't just about power struggles; there was also a lot of heart and selfless devotion. It's a story definitely worth checking out.
Publisher Bold Strokes Books was kind enough to provide me with an advanced reading copy via Netgalley for an honest review
Alex was completely captivated by Quinn's performance at a theater festival and didn't hesitate to book her monologue for the winter season at her theater. Quinn, after meeting Alex and doing a little social media stalking, was also smitten with her acting talent, which Alex had put on the back burner to focus on management. This mutual fascination is going to cause some serious drama as they start this new project together, especially with some past scandals hanging over both of their heads.
I absolutely loved everything! The dialogue, the development of their relationship, the side characters, the sneaky and sometimes surprising power plays – it was all fantastic. But it wasn't just about power struggles; there was also a lot of heart and selfless devotion. It's a story definitely worth checking out.
Publisher Bold Strokes Books was kind enough to provide me with an advanced reading copy via Netgalley for an honest review
October 15, 2024
I received an ARC copy of this book from the Publisher via Netgalley and voluntarily leaving my review.
Quinn is a formal model turn now theater actress she star in a play she wrote and it’s a fresh start that she excited for. Alex knows the theater it’s second nature to her since she grew up around it with her late mother being an actress and co-founder of the theater with her father who is a jerk. Alex is running the winter season and hopefully it will be a start run the whole theater as longs as everything go right. When she sees Quinn play she knows it’ll be hit that can have her father see she can run the theater. Quinn and Alex didn’t plan to have an attraction to each other but with both theirs dreams at a reach will they risk it for a love that can last a lifetime. I enjoy this read even though I really don’t like when a character have to prove themselves to a parent if you have to do all this to get approval I’ll just venture out on my own just saying.
Quinn is a formal model turn now theater actress she star in a play she wrote and it’s a fresh start that she excited for. Alex knows the theater it’s second nature to her since she grew up around it with her late mother being an actress and co-founder of the theater with her father who is a jerk. Alex is running the winter season and hopefully it will be a start run the whole theater as longs as everything go right. When she sees Quinn play she knows it’ll be hit that can have her father see she can run the theater. Quinn and Alex didn’t plan to have an attraction to each other but with both theirs dreams at a reach will they risk it for a love that can last a lifetime. I enjoy this read even though I really don’t like when a character have to prove themselves to a parent if you have to do all this to get approval I’ll just venture out on my own just saying.
September 30, 2024
would like to thank netgalley and the publishers for letting me read this jaw dropping book
i do love a book thats based around the theatre and this one had it all
the bright lights of new york city
the smell of the greasepaint
the camaraderie of the theatre
alex anders was in charge of the winter schedule for her fathers theatre, she was hoping that if all went well that he would announce that she would be in charge but her father was a hard task master and not easy to please
but she had saved the theatre from going under with her new ideas if only he would recognise what she had achieved.... hoping that her father would announce that she would get the position of executive director.. she had so many ideas
quinn collins was about to star in new york in her first ever show... yes it was a one woman show based around her book that had been on the best sellers list for that year... she was riding high and couldnt wait to get started
so getting into any sort of romantic entanglement was not on the cards for either quinn or alex.....
but destiny had another plan for them both
betrayal and heartbreak was about hit them both
this is only my 2nd book by this author and already i am a big fan.... just love how the drama and intrigue is built up and how you either love or hate the characters in the book...
i am looking forward to the next book from this author
i do love a book thats based around the theatre and this one had it all
the bright lights of new york city
the smell of the greasepaint
the camaraderie of the theatre
alex anders was in charge of the winter schedule for her fathers theatre, she was hoping that if all went well that he would announce that she would be in charge but her father was a hard task master and not easy to please
but she had saved the theatre from going under with her new ideas if only he would recognise what she had achieved.... hoping that her father would announce that she would get the position of executive director.. she had so many ideas
quinn collins was about to star in new york in her first ever show... yes it was a one woman show based around her book that had been on the best sellers list for that year... she was riding high and couldnt wait to get started
so getting into any sort of romantic entanglement was not on the cards for either quinn or alex.....
but destiny had another plan for them both
betrayal and heartbreak was about hit them both
this is only my 2nd book by this author and already i am a big fan.... just love how the drama and intrigue is built up and how you either love or hate the characters in the book...
i am looking forward to the next book from this author
October 28, 2024
Former model and now author/performer meets closed off theatre manager. Sparks fly hard and heavy! Will they create an undeniable fire or will the embers sizzle out unceremoniously backstage?
Quinn Collins had been burned by love. Dumped by her Hollywood girlfriend and having her heart stomped on in the media, Quinn is determined to never ever again settle for someone who doesn’t put her and their love first. As a new bestselling author she plans to bring her experiences as a super model in the fashion industry to the stage. Quinn’s one woman show ‘Model Behavior’ is about to premiere at the legendary Horizon theatre in New York. Manager Alex Anders personally booked her show. When they finally meet in person, Quinn cannot deny her imminent attraction to the extremely sexy manager. She knows Alex feels the same way, but Alex is anxious about her position within her family’s theatre. Did Quinn once again fall for a woman that doesn’t want to give herself completely?
Alex Anders had been living and working under her father’s scrutiny for years and years. Simon Anders is a world renowned theatre director. His right hand man Rick is about to retire and Alex is determined to show her dad that she is the one to bring Horizon theatre into modern times. Alex believes wholeheartedly that Quinn Collin’s show will prove her worthiness to her father once and for all. Did Quinn have to be so absolutely stunning and perfect though? Even though their connection is flammable to say the least, Alex has to put her career first. Right?
Oof! The attraction between Alex and Quinn? Mmmm..off the charts!
Their flirty banter? I am there for it. It’s no surprise that they couldn’t keep their hands off each other for long and my oh my, do they scorch the sheets!
Quinn is a very strong and powerful woman. I admire how she stood up for herself when Alex treated her poorly. I might have had the urge to give Alex a flick upside the head if she hadn’t pulled herself together and shown Quinn her own vulnerability. That was the moment that I could actually see them work as a couple.
Alex’s dad is a misogynistic poor excuse of a father. The way he treats his only daughter is appalling, she deserves so much better. I breathed a sigh of relief when Alex finally realized her dad would never ever change or be what she needed and gave him the most epic middle finger, all with help from Quinn. I would have loved some more details about how it happened though. It felt a bit rushed in the end.
Alex and her best friend Courtney are hilarious together. Their witty back and forth and the endless teasing is so fun to watch. Especially because underneath it all, they want the absolute best for each other.
The same goes for Quinn and her best friend and manager Mikey. They know each other so well that even though details are often left unspoken, they can react to things that weren’t said as if they were part of a full conversation. It’s endearing and hilarious at the same time.
If you are up for a few very steamy scenes, witty dialogue, mixed with some dark family trauma, New Horizons is a very good option!
Quinn Collins had been burned by love. Dumped by her Hollywood girlfriend and having her heart stomped on in the media, Quinn is determined to never ever again settle for someone who doesn’t put her and their love first. As a new bestselling author she plans to bring her experiences as a super model in the fashion industry to the stage. Quinn’s one woman show ‘Model Behavior’ is about to premiere at the legendary Horizon theatre in New York. Manager Alex Anders personally booked her show. When they finally meet in person, Quinn cannot deny her imminent attraction to the extremely sexy manager. She knows Alex feels the same way, but Alex is anxious about her position within her family’s theatre. Did Quinn once again fall for a woman that doesn’t want to give herself completely?
Alex Anders had been living and working under her father’s scrutiny for years and years. Simon Anders is a world renowned theatre director. His right hand man Rick is about to retire and Alex is determined to show her dad that she is the one to bring Horizon theatre into modern times. Alex believes wholeheartedly that Quinn Collin’s show will prove her worthiness to her father once and for all. Did Quinn have to be so absolutely stunning and perfect though? Even though their connection is flammable to say the least, Alex has to put her career first. Right?
Oof! The attraction between Alex and Quinn? Mmmm..off the charts!
Their flirty banter? I am there for it. It’s no surprise that they couldn’t keep their hands off each other for long and my oh my, do they scorch the sheets!
Quinn is a very strong and powerful woman. I admire how she stood up for herself when Alex treated her poorly. I might have had the urge to give Alex a flick upside the head if she hadn’t pulled herself together and shown Quinn her own vulnerability. That was the moment that I could actually see them work as a couple.
Alex’s dad is a misogynistic poor excuse of a father. The way he treats his only daughter is appalling, she deserves so much better. I breathed a sigh of relief when Alex finally realized her dad would never ever change or be what she needed and gave him the most epic middle finger, all with help from Quinn. I would have loved some more details about how it happened though. It felt a bit rushed in the end.
Alex and her best friend Courtney are hilarious together. Their witty back and forth and the endless teasing is so fun to watch. Especially because underneath it all, they want the absolute best for each other.
The same goes for Quinn and her best friend and manager Mikey. They know each other so well that even though details are often left unspoken, they can react to things that weren’t said as if they were part of a full conversation. It’s endearing and hilarious at the same time.
If you are up for a few very steamy scenes, witty dialogue, mixed with some dark family trauma, New Horizons is a very good option!
November 6, 2024
This is the second book I’ve read from the author and both times I’ve found the stories riveting. She is able to bring drama and complex relationships into romances. Alex Anders is the managing director for her family's prestigious, off-broadway theater in NYC. Her father runs the theater as his kingdom and Alex jumps through continual hoops wanting to be the one to take it over, including giving up her own acting aspirations.
Quinn Collins is bringing her one woman show to Horizons. Her career was in modeling and her life got complicated when her relationship with an actress became public. She wants this show to be a success. She is intrigued by Alex. There are so many delicious bits to the story. Their flirting is fun. Alex’s personal insecurities and daddy issues bring about her need for control. But together their attraction is combustible. I love the quieter moments, like a kiss in a rehearsal room or the Coney Island date. And I appreciate Quinn's ability to say what she wants. Alex’s best friend and Quinn’s manager get nods too for adding humor and support in the story. I don’t want to give any spoilers but this is more than a theater romance. I love the epilogue that brings in the perfect amount of satisfying closure to the story.
I highly recommend this book and the author and can’t wait to see what she writes next. Thank you to NetGalley and Bold Strokes Books for the copy and I am leaving an honest review.
Quinn Collins is bringing her one woman show to Horizons. Her career was in modeling and her life got complicated when her relationship with an actress became public. She wants this show to be a success. She is intrigued by Alex. There are so many delicious bits to the story. Their flirting is fun. Alex’s personal insecurities and daddy issues bring about her need for control. But together their attraction is combustible. I love the quieter moments, like a kiss in a rehearsal room or the Coney Island date. And I appreciate Quinn's ability to say what she wants. Alex’s best friend and Quinn’s manager get nods too for adding humor and support in the story. I don’t want to give any spoilers but this is more than a theater romance. I love the epilogue that brings in the perfect amount of satisfying closure to the story.
I highly recommend this book and the author and can’t wait to see what she writes next. Thank you to NetGalley and Bold Strokes Books for the copy and I am leaving an honest review.
October 16, 2024
New Horizons blew me away! I totally loved Broken Lines of Us, but I think I love this book even more. Shia Woods has an incredible ability to bring characters to life in a way that made me feel immediately connected to their journey. The world-building is rich without being overwhelming, and the pacing kept me hooked from start to finish. Having made my living in the world of theater for 2 decades, this book feels authentic and real. It really feels like Shia either worked in the New York Theater scene or researched it brilliantly, because everything is totally spot on. I also loved the emotional depth of the love story, and there were some twists I genuinely didn’t see coming! Also, her dialogue is Sorkin-esque, relatable, and often hilarious. This is one of those books that definitely sticks with you long after you’ve finished. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a fresh, immersive read!
September 20, 2024
Shia Woods is definitely one of my favorite new authors this year! I loved every single page of her debut, The Broken Lines of Us, and her latest book New Horizons did not disappoint at all. Shia has this amazing gift for storytelling, weaving together stories that really draw you in.
I can’t get enough of Quinn and Alex; their chemistry is off the charts, and the banter between them is hilarious—plus, I could never say no to spicy scenes. The side characters are just as well done, adding so much to the story.
Highly recommend!
Publisher Bold Strokes Books was kind enough to provide me with an advanced reading copy via Netgalley for an honest review
I can’t get enough of Quinn and Alex; their chemistry is off the charts, and the banter between them is hilarious—plus, I could never say no to spicy scenes. The side characters are just as well done, adding so much to the story.
Highly recommend!
Publisher Bold Strokes Books was kind enough to provide me with an advanced reading copy via Netgalley for an honest review
September 30, 2024
This is an enjoyable romance following Quinn, a retired model turned aspiring playwright, and Alex, whose family owns an off-Broadway theater and whose dad is touted as a major player in the theater scene. Alex brings Quinn’s play to her theater, and feelings begin to brew. There is the expected amount of drama - both at the theater and personally for both characters. The best friends of both characters are relatable and entertaining, and I’d love to see more from Courtney and Paige.
I’d recommend this book to anyone looking for a typical workplace and theater-based or celebrity romance.
I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley.
I’d recommend this book to anyone looking for a typical workplace and theater-based or celebrity romance.
I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley.
October 3, 2024
The author successfully crafted a compelling narrative with well-developed characters. The chemistry between Quinn and Alex, along with relatable interactions, certainly enhances the reading experience. I recommendation will encourage others to explore this engaging story!
October 31, 2024
4+⭐️ Very nice.
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