I felt connected to the characters very quickly in this book and therefore, I really liked this. I had unfortunately read many a book before this one that I did not enjoy so I waited to review it in case my feelings were not genuine. But I did really enjoy this. I felt that the characters were well developed - all of them not just the main characters. I would highly recommend this book to others and have already done so. It is rare to find a book that has a love story that is realistic and intense. Sometimes that line becomes blurred and it is very cheesy - not here. I am a big fan of this book and can't wait to read more.

Quick and fun read; nothing heavy. I probably will not purchase, because we do not have the rest of the series.

{My Thoughts} – Manny, What can I say, he’s a boy after my own heart. He’s sweet, he’s considerate. He has christian values, he’s respectful and he has made his share of mistakes. He is friends with a lot of people that are much better off than he is, but he doesn’t let that get to him. He has dreams, wishful thoughts and desires just like any normal person.

Marie, she is an actress, she is a symbol for up and coming girls, she is lost and she isn’t sure which direction to turn. She is constantly being told that she should zip it and do whats asked of her, regardless how uncomfortable she is with the situation at hand.

There is also Alan, Beth, Kate, Byron, Evan and many others in this book that help to build the story into what it becomes, but the main focus is Marie and Manny.

I really enjoyed this book, I am glad that I got to read the prequel before reading the rest of the series. I always feel like the prequels are important and sometimes I wish they were written first instead of in between or after the series, but that isn’t always the case and I understand why, but it’s easier to read them in the order they are meant to be read in my opinion. I love knowing that there is always something more to a book.

This book allows the readers to get a clear understanding of Marie and Manny. It helps them to see what is going on within both their lives and why they are who they are. It helps the readers to better understand why they have made the choices in life that they have made and to see where they can go should they choose a different path. A path that isn’t the one that had been laid for them because others wanted to control every aspect of their lives, mostly just and issue for Marie. Manny seems to know what he wants and just needs to be able to get there.

This book had it’s ups and it had it’s downs, but overall it was a really nice read and I look forward to reading the remainder of the series. If there is one type of book that I enjoy more then any other it would be realistic fiction, so this one was a very enjoyable read for me!

Manuel 'Manny' Biro is a high-school student who wants to live a normal life. However, everyone around him wants him to be part of the acting life in Hollywood, but Manny does not want the Hollywood lifestyle. Even though his best friends are part of the life, he sees what it is doing to them, the price of fame just isn't worth it to him. Manuel and Liana Marie's relationship heats up and gain some headway, at long last. There does not appear to be as many obstacles in their way this time. Although, Liana Marie is still confused about the whole concept of love, and feeling deserving of it. She is still working to overcome past issues that have caused her to keep Manuel at arms' length. She slowly opens her heart to the possibility of love.

The reader gets a deeper look at Manuel's world outside of his and Liana Marie's chaotic relationship. The story, for the most part, centers on Manuel's thoughts on his friends, school, work and general outlook on life. The reader learns about Manuel's hopes and dreams for his future, and his unwavering faith in God in this installment. Manuel's personality really shined through and came to life. All of those endearing qualities that make you love a character were present within the folds of this story.

Ms. Hanna also shakes things up a bit and gives us a handful of brand new characters when Manuel's friend's and little sisters are thrown in the mix. Alan, Beth, Marie and Janet, great new additions to Manuel's story, all are very different and complicated in their own way.

Starlet's Man was amazing to say the least, and I loved every minute of this fast-paced, emotional and deeply moving story. Carla J. Hanna really out did herself with this novel, and reminded me why I've come to love her writing style!!

I recommend this novel as a must read!