Pretty Things: The Rock and Roll Fantasy Collection

Rosalyn and Friends, Books 1-3

By: Diane Rinella

Narrated by: Hollie Jackson

This special set includes the first three standalone books in the collection including an extended version of Queen Midas in Reverse.

It's a Marshmallow World (novella).

Once upon a time, Darla was given a mystical gift, along with an ominous message. Now, meeting Chris puts her head in a spin. Could it be that gift from long ago holds the key to their happiness?

Scary Modsters...and Creepy Freaks (novel).

A fantastical romance involving a woman, the music that fuels her, and her Ouija board.

Rosalyn possesses a sunny personality that is laced with quirks. Although she seeks acceptance in a world where she lives out of time, what she gets is ridiculed for her eclectic wardrobe and unconventional music collection.

One fateful night, Rosalyn bewitches Niles, a stylish man whose offbeat character perfectly complements her own. Unfortunately, he possesses a critical flaw that means relationship suicide for him and pretty much anyone.

While under the influence of insomnia-impaired judgment, Rosalyn summons Rock 'n Roll deity Peter Lane back from the dead. Not only does he spin her hormones into a frenzy, Peter is also the precarious puzzle piece that brings sense into her world. When Niles learns that he can overcome his life-long challenge by helping Peter avenge his death, how far will he go to secure Rosalyn's heart?

Queen Midas in Reverse (extended novella).

For Jacqueline, a second date is as rare as a unicorn. She's beautiful. She's intelligent. So why is she experiencing a string of first dates that leaves her ducking behind bushes and running for buses? Contrary to her nature, trading in her heels and curling iron for an easy chair surrounded by cats sounds appealing. Is she cursed, or can she find the man who will steal her heart?

©2016 Diane Marie Rinella (P)2016 Diane Rinella

Refreshingly Quirky and FUN...SO FUN!

Would you listen to Pretty Things: The Rock and Roll Fantasy Collection again? Why?

Absofreakinglutely!
This fun group of friends and their stories just melt your heart! How I'd love to find a place like Mulligan's and get my closest group of friends together for a "Cheers" atmosphere of camaraderie and adult beverage. Life is much too serious, so why not have a groovy cool rock and roll fantasy set to read with characters you come to love <3

Who was your favorite character and why?

Hands down, it's Niles. Keep in mind, I'm a product of the sixties, so his funky, eclectic style made me swoon. He's such a gentleman!

Which scene was your favorite?

It was a tearful, heartbreaking moment in Scary Modsters where Rosalyn reveals something from her past. TOTALLY didn't see this coming and I actually teared up.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

In It's A Marshmallow World, I was so moved by the relationship Darla had with her Gram Gram....It's a beautiful relationship and call me sappy, but I was moved by it.

Also, in Scary Modsters, when Rosalyn and Niles finally got together, it was pretty moving and groovy too!

Any additional comments?

I'm a huge fan of Hollie Jackson - this narrator can do absolutely ANYTHING! The voices she gives to Ms. Rinella's quirky characters is pretty darn incredible.

As I said, being a product of the sixties and a huge music lover, I found these stories to be so entertaining and I look forward to more.

VEEERRRY INTERSTING!

Any additional comments?

I was provided this audiobook through Audiobook Boom at no charge by the author, publisher and/or narrator in exchange for an unbiased review.

OK. I must admit, Marshmellow World left me unimpressed so I stopped listening for awhile. When I started upon again, I was surprised and intrigued by Scary Modsters. I love Peter! It's theme could have been the basis for a longer book with hotter sex. All in all, all three delivered fresh storylines.

Narrator was very good. She did Peter's voice in a way that reminded me of Bones in The Night Huntress series. Maybe that's why I liked Peter so much.

One Thumb Way Up.

Entertaining, fun, quirky, awesome!

Would you listen to Pretty Things: The Rock and Roll Fantasy Collection again? Why?

absolutely!
firstly, I Love this narrator! Hollie Jackson is amazing and brings depth to the characters and story
second, this is a quirky and fun series

What did you like best about this story?

it was fun and quirky
I enjoyed the paranormal aspect in the first two books, the friendship between the three gals and how individual they are
these stories have a little bit of everything you want in an entertaining story

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Rosalyn's sorrow ... she is such a happy and fun character that he sadness was heartbreaking

Any additional comments?

i was gifted this audiobook after i requested the honor to review it!
I am so grateful that I was choosen to review this ... Diane Rinella is a new author to me so i had no idea what to expect with her books
her characters are amazing!
It's a Marshmallow World & Scary Modsters...and Creepy Freaks have a paranormal flare that is fun and exciting ... add in falling in love ... it's VERY entertaining!
Queen Midas in Reverse ... can't we all relate to bad first dates?

These are TOTALLY worth buying and listening too ... fantastic
I can't wait to listen to more by this author

What the

I got this book via audiobook boom. This was a story that kept me asking what the___ the more I listened to it. Tha narrator sounded like a sixteen-year-old which made me think this was YA book. I could not follow the story. She did a lot of cursing and telling what was going on. I kept trying to listen to the story but could not make it through the first one. I wanted to like this story but it was just unreal.

The Pretty Rock and Roll..

Any additional comments?

This book set is comprised of three stories that cover a Ouija board, a special gift , and a unicorn.

The characters were well developed, quirky, yet, complex and the story line covers loyalty,

friendship and budding love.

Hollie Jackson did well with the narration.

Note:
"This audio book was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review."