The Comeback: A Read with Jenna Pick
by Ella Berman
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A TODAY SHOW #ReadWithJenna BOOK CLUB PICK! - An empowering, behind-the-scenes novel of a young Hollywood actress and the dark secret she's ready to confront.
One of Summer 2020's Most Anticipated Novels
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"Beautifully written and compulsively readable...At its core, this book is about redemption, grace, and pain."
--Jenna Bush Hager
"A novel so full-blooded, so humane, that the pages feel almost warm to the touch. A clarifying, purifying chronicle of a promising young woman gone astray and the story of her comeback. Grace Turner can do it. You can do it, too."
--A.J. Finn
Grace Turner was one movie away from Hollywood's A-List. So no one understood why, at the height of her career and on the eve of her first Golden Globe nomination, she disappeared.
Now, one year later, Grace is back in Los Angeles and ready to reclaim her life on her own terms.
When Grace is asked to present a lifetime achievement award to director Able Yorke--the man who controlled her every move for eight years--she knows there's only one way she'll be free of the secret that's already taken so much from her.
The Comeback is a moving and provocative story of justice--a true page-turner about a young woman finding the strength and power of her voice.
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Book Details
ISBN:
9780593099520
EAN:
9780593099520
Binding:
Paperback
Pages:
400
Authors:
Ella Berman
Publisher:
Berkley Books
Ella Berman’s The Comeback aims to be a powerful and timely story of a young actress reclaiming her life after years of manipulation by a predatory Hollywood director. Grace Turner’s journey—returning to LA after a year of self-imposed exile and confronting the man who controlled her—has all the makings of a compelling #MeToo-era narrative. Unfortunately, while the book tackles important themes, its execution leaves much to be desired.The biggest issue is pacing—Grace’s internal monologue dominates the novel, often meandering in circles without much forward momentum. While her trauma is realistically depicted, the repetitive nature of her self-destructive tendencies makes the book feel sluggish rather than emotionally gripping. There’s little real suspense or urgency, which weakens the impact of what should be a cathartic, empowering journey.Additionally, the supporting characters, including Grace’s friends and family, feel underdeveloped, making it hard to feel truly invested in her relationships. Even the climax, which should be a moment of reckoning, feels somewhat muted and predictable.
This book was a huge flop. This could have had so much potential it but it was just flat out boring. So disappointing, don’t waste your time
In The Comeback, Ella Berman tells the compelling story of Grace Turner, a once-promising actress on the brink of Hollywood stardom who mysteriously vanished just before receiving her first Golden Globe nomination. After a year away, Grace returns to Los Angeles, determined to reclaim her life and career on her own terms.When she is asked to present a lifetime achievement award to the director who once held her captive, Grace realizes that confronting her past is the only way to break free from the shadows of her former life. As she navigates the complexities of the entertainment industry and her own traumatic experiences, Grace embarks on a powerful journey to find her voice and demand the justice she deserves.The Comeback is a provocative and gripping tale that explores themes of empowerment, resilience, and the struggle for personal agency. Berman's storytelling captures the emotional depth of Grace's character, making this novel a compelling read that resonates with anyone who has faced challenges in the pursuit of their dreams and identity.
Loved this book…Ella Berman’s writing has a wonderful flow.She keeps your interest throughout the book with twists and turns. But most of all it’s raw, honest and yet funny. It’s a good read!!
It's hard to believe that this is Ella's 1st book. Her writing is so eloquent And her description of things is very visual. Thank you for this intense read, I was hooked from the beginning..
