Today, Miles Apart Books was lucky enough to have Samantha Fontien, Rebecca, Jason, and Jackson stop by for an interview and what an interview it was. Review will follow the interview and a giveaway. Enjoy your dose of Jason and Jackson.
Hello Everyone! Thanks for coming. Please, please have a seat. Oh, no. Jason, hun, your seat is right here. *Pats chair next to me.*
How is everyone?
Group: Hello
Thank you Samantha Fontien for getting everyone together for this. I’m sure it wasn’t easy getting these three in one room together.
Yes, it’s a little overwhelming being with these two lovely chaps.
Hi Rebecca, how are you doing?
Hi, PJ, ….I’m great thanks, (leans into PJ and whispers) I’m a little shocked you have these two in the same room.
I am a little shocked Ms. Fontien pulled it off and that you came. Must feel like being in the middle of a sandwhich, no?
Hahahahaha *Looking embarrassed*
Hey Jason. *bats eyes* How are you doing? *leans in listening intently*
*Jason smiles at me* I’m good thank you PJ
Hello Jackson…*evil glare* Thanks for joining us.
*no response just continued to look at me*
So, Ms. Fontien. I read their story as you can tell and my first comment to you is “ARE YOU FREAKING CRAZY!” *crosses arms and stares*
Just a little hehehe
*reaches over and put hand on Jason’s leg* I choose Jason. Can I keep him? *Looks at Jason*
Jason, you know if you just want to give up on the hunt you can come to me. I will make you very happy indeed. *lowers voice* very happy. *winks and turns back to Ms. Fontien*
Ms. Fontien, when you started out on the journey to tell Rebecca’s story did you have a set destination to end it? If so did that destination change as you wrote it?
Yes, I do have an ending, well a HEA for Rebecca, and I know where that will be nothing has changed from that. I can tell you Rebecca’s will be in Venice.
I love the play with the songs giving the feel of the chapter. Their emotion. If one song could sum up how you feel right now with your first release what would it be and why?
Hmmm, that’s a good one PJ. There are a few songs that I love and this is my first book, my first launch and with all the Bullying/Author Bashing that’s happening to Authors I feel like I’m charging into battle, so I’m going with ‘Tempole Tudors’ Swords of a thousand men, I think is adapt for this occasion.
I completely understand the bullying thing. My oldest son is autistic and is tormented regularly at school because of it. But it doesn’t just stop there, sadly. Cyber bullying has become just as big of a problem as the rest if not more so. I have watched a few very talented writers walk away from it because of the bashing they receive. There is enough room for all of us to stand next to each other and cheer on the sidelines. Sorry off on my soapbox again…Let’s get back to the interview.
This is your first book and what a way to start it out. Are any of the events based on actual events?
Yes I’m afraid so, all of it including chapters 1 & 2. At first I didn’t want to glorify the events, but they are part of me as much as the other chapters. I wanted people to release there is life if you choose it. It’s hard, but anything can happen if you find the strength to do it and you're never alone, even when you think you're the only person in the world it’s happening to. And talk about it, it’s NOT a dirty secret. It’s something that happens to you, it’s NOT caused by you.
If you could go back in time and talk to the Rebecca then, what would you say to her?
Hmmm, great question PJ. I would say, keep strong, hold your head up high; you have nothing to be ashamed of. I grew up with domestic violence in my own home. It was something I wasn’t prepared to have in my own adult life that I had made for myself.
Rebecca, I cannot tell you how sorry I am that you endured what you endured. How were you able to push forward?
Yes, thank you PJ. I was lucky to have Lucy. She helped me rebuild my life, OMG and my confidence. Without her, I don’t think I would have bounced back so quickly. I had to learn the dating thing all over again. Hahaha, that was fun.
There were so particularly scary moments between you and David. Did the thought of not making it every cross your mind?
Ohhh Goodness yes. David, the thought of David just makes me feel sick to my stomach. See look at my hand, it’s shaking, but I feel like that every time I think I see him or even when I hear his name.
Okay now my important question. Are you almost done keeping Jason’s attention? If so can I have him?
Hmmm, No comment. (as Rebecca shifts uncomfortably in her seat)
Jackson…Uh, Jackson How are you doing?
I’m fine thank you P.J, And you ?
Why Rebecca? What drew you to her? Was it the challenge of the chase?
(Jackson looks over at Rebecca, before looking back at PJ ) At first,if I’m being honest, she was a sexy voice at the other end of the phone, that I spoke to for what 3 years ?( Jackson looks over at Rebecca, who nods her head in agreement). However, that quickly changed when I met her. She’s a pretty amazing woman.. And what man doesn't like a challenge. (Jackson gives PJ a playful wink)
You’re a good guy. I’m sure Jackson, but just *looks at Jason*….*sigh*
To each their own PJ, to each their own. (Jackson laughs looking over at Rebecca)
Okay plead your case Jackson. Why should the reader be on your side?
Hmmm Ohh God, I wasn’t expecting this question, Emm I would say, Don’t jump to conclusions, everything is not how it seems. There are gentlemen and nice guys out there. I do admit I was a bit of a cad before Rebecca. But that was before Rebecca.
Great answer… *sigh*
*scoots chair closer to Jason* If you can forget about Rebecca, you and I can have a go. I mean you are every girls dream man; compassionate, loving, loyal, sexy as sin… *shakes head* Why Rebecca? Why not someone like ohhhh I don’t know…me?
Hahaha. What’s NOT to like about Rebecca ?
Okay plead your case Jason. Why should the reader be on your side?
I’m not scared to say I love Rebecca. I do, I’ve loved her for years. But I’m sure she knows this.
*sigh*
Ms. Fontien, I really enjoyed Rebecca’s story so far. Will her story end in the next book?
LOL I can’t really say.
Will Lucy be getting her own story or just filtered in Rebecca’s?
Lucy is a very strong character. My intention was to tell her story in the second book, but as you read, it didn’t work out like that. But there is a book two. And I’m already on chapter 4 lol. Lucy’s so strong though, I’m sure she’ll push herself forward, as she is a bit of a minx, with her own story to tell. She’s not one to stand in the shadows. I think she’s being a good friend and letting Rebecca shine. Possibly when Rebecca’s happy she’ll step up, who knows.
Well it seems that we will all be waiting on pin in needles for the next book as we were with the first. Is there anything else going on in that crazy twisted head of yours that you might want to share?
Errr no let’s just say I’m on chapter 4 and it picks up immediately and I mean Immediately in book 2 from where I left off.
Okay well before I let you all go. I have a rapid fire question round.
Rapid Fire Question round.
Favorite food?
Steak - medium rare
Favorite color?
Blue
Favorite band?
Pink Floyd
Favorite song?
Too many to choose like asking which is my favorite child hahahaha
Finish this sentence: When I close my eyes to go to my happy place, the place I go to is _____?
Home with Mr F & the Kids
Favorite holiday?
Ohhh so far.... Every time I go to Tuscany lol
Favorite position? *raises eye brows*
Hmmm not answering that lol
Favorite Movie?
Ohhh have a few, noooo too many to choose from
Favorite Motto?
I march to the beat of my own drum
Lastly Favorite blogger? *cheesy grin*
Ooooo PJ.... Remove that knife please from my throat and I’ll tell you...... hehehehe
Thank you all so much for stopping by it was a pleasure having you all here. Hopefully we can do this again sometime. You can stay if you want Jason. *smiles*
Miles Apart Books wish you the very best with your release and your book. It was an amazing story and equally amazing characters. Thank you for allowing us to share in your journey. We can’t wait to see who actually gets the girl in the end.How to Catch Butterflies
by Samantha Fontien
The Synopsis/Blurb:
Synopsis:
For 7 years Career girl Rebecca Keane had been stuck in an abusive relationship with David Rosenberg. Until one night, fate intervenes enforcing the strong minded Lucy Watters, her long lost best friend, back into her life. David has had complete control over Rebecca for their entire relationship. Now when his power and control over Rebecca is threatened by Lucy standing by her side…Will David Rosenberg let her go?
Together the two friends will embark on a journey of self-discovery. While Rebecca tried to pull her life together with Lucy's help, she will be lead to experiences and 'tastes' she never thought she would have. Even with moving forward believing in a happily ever after was hard to do, for either of the girls. Can they learn to trust or love again? Or will career’s and life get in the way?
Can Rebecca and Lucy learn how to spread their wings and fly? Will they be pretty to see but hard to catch? Or will they fall into one of the men’s nets, and be caught forever?
Join these two London girls on their international journey of love in the first part of a series of Butterflies books, because ‘Girls should be pretty to see but hard to catch’.
There are many things that go on in my life in a given day, but I received an email that literally made me scream in delight. Receiving this book was beyond a thrilling moment. I have been waiting to read this for a while. How to Catch Butterflies was sitting there in my email…calling my name. I opened it and didn’t close it until I was finished.
OMG!!
So before I get into the review I want to introduce you to the guys fighting for Rebecca’s attention. Jason (whom I love) and Jackson (whose okay I guess LMAO!)
Jason Hollow.
I fell in love with him right away! He is completely lovable and you long for Rebecca to pick him. (In fact there were parts I SCREAMED it at my computer!)
Jackson Harvey.
Jackson is just *sigh* I don’t know. I hated him in the beginning, but seeing how even though he was a man whore he truly did care about Rebecca. I just LOVE Jason! However I will say he started to grow on me. He may not be a total wash out which only means the decision on who Rebecca belongs with the most…which saddens me because I really love Jason LMAO!!!!!
My Review
Okay my review, here’s the thing. This book has many different POV’s (Point of Views), but honestly as intimidating as they might have been the story was better because of them. The characters were so strong and very well developed you got the idea of where you were and who you were with. You got inside of each of their heads, but the main POV’s were Rebecca, Lucy, Jason, and Jackson. The story was strong and the bonds were even stronger. There was no way this story would be the same and as engaging if there were less POV’s. It flowed so seamlessly that you don’t really even pay attention to how many POV’s but more to the point of what was happening and where were you going.
Rebecca Keane
She is in an unfortunate and heartbreaking situation and you immediately feel for her and bond at the strength she bounces back with to take hold of her life after it all comes to a terrible and traumatic end. She stumbles and falls and soon finds out that there is more to life than what David had wanted her to have or to be. I personally LOVED Rebecca (not all her decisions, but I loved her!)!!
Lucy Watters
She is Rebecca’s best friend and she was the one there to help her the fateful night when Rebecca’s life shattered like all the things in her apartment. Lucy has her own story going on during all this as well and I love Lucy too! These two are TOTALLY down to earth could be one of your good friends type of people.
So there’s the ‘choose me’ scenario here. Jason or Jackson. I personally love Jason and think it’s where she belongs. I hated Jackson the minute he entered the scene, BUT I can say that I did grow to LIKE him…Not love him. I felt bad for him toward the end. Yup I actually felt for Jackson, taking the attention away from my dear Jason, Harvey.
This story is about Rebecca discovering not only herself, but her strength. For so long in her relationship with David, she was put on the back burner she was last and rarely ever considered in to the mix. When her world shattered for the first time in a long time, Rebecca was first. What she wanted and needed….it was about her and where she wanted to go.
This story is heart breaking and heart racing. The HEAT in this book was fan worthy! No, it’s sit in the freezer while you read those parts worthy. Wow!
I cannot wait to read more books from Mrs. Fontien!!!! The way this story flowed caught you in the beginning and kept you there…let you breath for a second and then pulled back in again. I cannot be happier with my experience reading this book.
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