Expelled from yet another boarding school, this time for hacking, 16 year old Bec Jackson is shipped off to Rome to finish her homework and intern for Parker Phillips, editor-in-chief of one of the world’s top fashion magazines–and her mother’s friend. When a mysterious accident lands Parker in a coma, former supermodel and drama queen Candace Worthington takes over– right before the First Lady is to arrive for a cover shoot. But the ‘accident’ may not have been that, and when the First Lady’s life is threatened, Bec is determined to find answers. She’ll have to deal with bitchy models and demanding bosses, and two hunky guys, Italian bike messenger Dante and mysterious fashion blogger Taj, who are vying for her heart. (St. Martin’s/Dunne).
Reviews for Blonde OPS:
From Publishers Weekly: “Bennardo and Zaman (the Sirenz books) offer a light mystery filled with fashion tips, entertaining dialogue, a pair of potential romances for Bec, and an alluring Roman setting…an energized pace, ever-shifting suspects, and an intriguing glimpse into the benefits and drawbacks of art and fame.”
From cmldbookreviews ” …a delightful romp. Part romance, part mystery, all fun, it’s a great read for teens who like suspending a bit of reality to enjoy a good literary ride.”
“A big, delicious ice cream cone of a novel! A hilarious, fast-paced mystery/thriller combining high fashion…plus a couple of very hot guys and one of the most engaging and original heroines ever. I dare anyone not to love this!” Molly Cochran, NY Times bestselling author of Legacy.
“An absolute thrill ride of a story! I loved it!” Kristi Cook, author of Mirage.
“Clever and cute…a laugh-out-loud blast of a ride. Resist at your peril.” Leanna Renee Hieber, award winning author of Darker Still.
Here’s a podcast from Blonde OPS editor, Kat Brzozowski! listen to it here.
Buy it at: Amazon
Bickering frenemies Meg and Shar are doing some serious damage at a midnight sample sale when the fashionistas find themselves arguing over a pair of shoes–with fatal consequences. One innocent bystander later, and the girls are suddenly at the mercy of Hades, Lord of the Underworld. To make them atone for what they’ve done, Hades forces them to become special assignment Sirens, luring to the Underworld someone whose unholy contract is up. Finding the delicate balance between their fashion addiction, school, and their new part-time job in the eternal hellfire biz turns out to be harder than the girls expected, especially when an entire pantheon of Greek deities decides to get involved. Then there’s the matter of the fine print in their own contracts… (Flux)
Reviews for Sirenz:
“Sirenz is not a novel to miss…fun, sarcastic, frustratingly awesome- that’s Sirenz.” Read Me, Bookmark Me, Love Me.
“A funny and cute debut that’s bound to make you laugh out loud. Bennardo and Zaman have written a novel like no other! Fantastic characters, beautifully written, well planned and a plot filled with crazy wonderful things! Fashion is about to get downright dirty!” The Badass Bookie
“Sirenz was such a fun book! One you could easily read in one sitting an enjoy the hell out of. …This was girl power through and through and I loved it!” A Story Untold
Buy it at: Amazon
Hell on heels–again!
When Shar tries on a Tiffany’s diamond ring from Hades, the annoyingly hot Lord of the Underworld, it activates an obscure contractual clause that puts Shar and former-frenemy-turned-friend Meg into Hades’ service once more. Shar is whisked away to the Underworld to prepare a ball, while Meg is sent to retrieve the errant sould of spoiled rich girl Paulina Swanson and send her to the abyss. Just when it appears the girls will be doomed to serve Hades for eternity, Shar meets two possibly helpful and hot demi-gods. Can the girls finally ditch Hades once and for all? (Flux)
Reviews for Sirenz Back in Fashion:
“The experiences of this sartorial odd couple are funny and entertaining…Bennardo and Zaman are bringing the gods ito the twenty-first century.” Booklist
“I found this book, to me, more addictive than the first…I loved to see all the new gods, demi-gods and historical figures that cropped up.” Quill Cafe
“I remember reading Sirenz last year and thinking what an awesome, funny story it is, you can swallow it whole in one sitting. Well, if possible, Sirenz Back in Fashion is even better!…Amazing, funny and clever…” A Story Untold
Buy it at: Amazon
Charlotte Bennardo 