Catch a Rising Star: A Novel

Tracey Bateman

May 2009 · Sold by FaithWords

About this ebook

When thirty-something Tabby Brockman has the opportunity to reclaim her role as a killed-off character on the nation's #1 daytime soap opera, she figures this must be God's reward. But back on the set, she's faced with the same hateful head writer who killed off her character in the first place, kids who drive her crazy, a stage dad who rubs her completely wrong, and an unwanted boyfriend who can't seem to get the message. Faced with this dizzying rollercoaster of challenges, Tabby has to wonder: is she finally a star on the rise or just on the brink of another spectacular fall?

Ratings and reviews

This book was absolutely one of the most frustrating books I have ever read. The editing was poor, the characters were under developed and the storyline left much to be wanted. I have now read it twice, hoping I was just in a bad mood the first time around, but noooope. First of all, who would dare to have a heroine so sorry and pitiful, unable to stand up for herself to her mother, her boss, her sister, or even just stand for the truth? She allows everyone to take full advantage of her and then says it is all in "God's" will. Second, who actually believes that sitting around internally complaining about your life while not actively seeking to fix it allows you to land a dream job and dream life? No one. The only character I liked was that of Freddie, and Tracey's portrayal of gay men seemed to be one of someone who watched too much Will & Grace without understanding what a true "gay boyfriend" is like from firsthand experience. The fact that she has Rush mentioned in the novel just proves that she is a tad bit crazy. The idea of a Christian soap star is not even a big stretch - they exist! And none of them are as ridiculous, self righteous, or pitiful as Tabby Brockman. This is the last time I will ever pick up a Tracey Bateman book.

About the author

Tracey Bateman published her first novel in 2000 and has been busy ever since. She became a member of American Christian Fiction Writers in the early months of its inception in 2000 and served as president for the past year. She lives with her husband and four children in Lebanon, Missouri. You can visit her Web site at www.traceybateman.com.