Take the Lead: A Dance Off Novel
Written by Alexis Daria
Narrated by Seraphina Valentine
4/5
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About this audiobook
Gina Morales wants to make it big. In her four seasons on The Dance Off, she's never even made it to the finals. But her latest partner, the sexy star of an Alaskan wilderness show, could be her chance. Who knew the strong, silent, survivalist-type had moves like that? She thinks Stone Nielson is her ticket to win it all-until her producer makes it clear they're being set up for a showmance.
Joining a celebrity dance competition is the last thing Stone wants. However, he'll endure anything to help his family, even as he fears revealing their secrets. While the fast pace of Los Angeles makes him long for the peace and privacy of home, he can't hide his growing attraction for his dance partner. Neither wants to fake a romance for the cameras, but the explosive chemistry that flares between them is undeniable.
As Stone and Gina heat up the dance floor, the tabloids catch on to their developing romance. With the spotlight threatening to ruin everything, will they choose fame and fortune, or let love take the lead?
Contains mature themes.
Editor's Note
Opposites attract…
Gina Morales and Stone Nielson partner up for a reality dance show, each harboring their own motivations. For Gina, it’s about making her professional dreams come true, while Stone feels pressure to boost his family brand. Daria (“You Had Me at Hola,” “A Lot Like Adiós”) perfectly executes the opposites attract trope in this rom-com series starter. The protagonists’ authentic dilemmas enrich a fun, sexy story made all the more lively through dance.
Alexis Daria
Alexis Daria writes stories about successful Latinx characters and their (occasionally messy) familias. Her debut Take the Lead won the 2018 RITA® Award for “Best First Book” and You Had Me at Hola is a national bestseller, Target Diverse Book Club Pick, and New York Times Editor’s Choice Pick. Alexis is a lifelong New Yorker who loves Broadway musicals and pizza.
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Reviews for Take the Lead
12 ratings1 review
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Story: 4/5 stars
Audiobook experience: 5/5 stars
Total: 4.5 stars
I've had this one my TBR for ages, but the newly released version of the story gave me the much needed motivation to finally read it. The narration was great, the characters were loveable and the dancing competition gave me nostalgia vibes because I loved watching dance movies when I was a teen ???