Hyde, Dark Musicals Book #3
Rebecca Hope has looked death in the face twice and
lived to tell her tale.
She and the love of her life, Justyn Patko, land a
summer internship at a local dinner theater, performing the musical Hyde. While
they are excited about their first paid acting gig, they soon find themselves
surrounded by more experienced cast mates, jealous of their success. As if the
tension isn’t bad enough, they soon discover that the business might be a front
for something much more sinister.
When Justyn is accused of a crime that she knows he
would never commit, Rebecca must decide if she wants to follow her head or her
heart. While trying to prove his innocence, she makes a shocking discovery of
her own.
Everyone has something to conceal in the grand
finale of the Dark Musicals Trilogy. Rebecca has to look beyond the façade to
discover the true Hyde or face her final curtain call.
Excerpt:
The act ended with Hyde grabbing hold of a scantily
dressed Lucy and pulling her into his arms. Then the lights on the stage were
extinguished, and the silent crowd suddenly burst into thunderous applause—even
some of the cast was clapping. Rebecca couldn’t help but notice Steve was
watching the fanfare with a frown, especially when Fernando, dressed for the
next scene as the butler, clapped Justyn on the back with undisguised approval
and pride. Rebecca had the distinct feeling Steve was plotting something
sinister and definitely Hyde-worthy.
From that point on, Justyn scarcely had a moment out
of the spotlight. Rebecca didn’t even get a chance to tell him how fabulous he
was. It felt as though the show had only begun when Rebecca found herself decked
out in the splendid Victorian wedding gown signaling the final act was about to
begin. The dress came complete with realistic bell sleeves, an excessive
bustle, and a long, flowing trail embroidered with delicate lace. The elaborate
wardrobes and happy wedding guests gave the audience the illusion that it might
be a happy ending after all, but for Dr. Jekyll and Emma, that wasn’t meant to
be. As soon as the reverend began to recite the vows, Hyde made his final
deadly appearance.
At the beginning of the scene, it was sweet and
romantic. Justyn started out holding her hand, looking happy, almost ecstatic
to be with his true love. Then he suddenly started to sway. Tom, in his role of
John, the best man, tried to steady him, but there wasn’t anything he could do
to stop the transformation. Dr. Jekyll doubles over in agony and tries to run
before Emma can see him change into a monster. Justyn was supposed to head
toward the back of the stage where Rebecca would pursue him and eventually
become Hyde’s captive. But they should have known no opening night could ever
go exactly as planned, especially when it was obvious at least half the cast
was out to get them.
Just as Justyn stumbled across the stage, Steve, who
was blending in with the other guests on the sidelines, stuck out his foot. It
was doubtful anyone else observed the sabotage, aside from Petya, who was
smirking at her husband’s side. But Rebecca was at the perfect vantage point to
see the intentional attack. Unfortunately, Justyn was so wrapped up in the role
he didn’t notice the danger, especially since his loose hair was dangling in
front of his eyes. Before Rebecca could cry out a warning, Justyn’s foot was
caught in the snare. With a grunt, he tumbled off the side of the stage. Even
over the background music and the gasps from the audience, Rebecca heard the
loud thump as he hit the ground. She raised her hands to her mouth and couldn’t
help but scream.
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Phantom, Dark Musicals Book #1
The
“Phantom” was a musical phenomenon that Rebecca had always found
enchanting. She had no idea that her life was about to mirror the play
that was her obsession. When her high school drama club chooses
“Phantom” as their annual production, Rebecca finds herself in the
middle of an unlikely love triangle and the target of a sadistic stalker
who uses the lines from the play as their calling card.
Rebecca lands
the lead role of Christine, the opera diva, and like her character, she
is torn between her two co-stars—Tom the surfer and basketball star who
plays the lovable hero, and Justyn, the strangely appealing Goth who is
more than realistic in the role of the tortured artist.
Almost
immediately after casting, strange things start to happen both on and
off the stage. Curtains fall. Mirrors are shattered. People are hurt in
true phantom style. They all seem like accidents until Rebecca receives
notes and phone calls that hint at something more sinister. Is Justyn
bringing to life the twisted character of the phantom? Or in real life
are the roles of the hero and the villain reversed? Rebecca doesn’t know
who to trust, but she knows she’s running out of time as she gets
closer and closer to opening night. Only when the mask is stripped away,
will the twenty first century phantom finally be revealed.
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Demon, Dark Musicals Book #2
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Demon, Dark Musicals Book #2
When
Justyn and Rebecca set off for the New York School of Performing Arts,
they think their dreams are about to come true. To their dismay, they
aren’t in high school anymore, and the competition is steep. Rebecca
must compete against accomplished singers for a role in the production
of Demon Barber, including a stunning Gothic diva with her sights set on
Justyn.
It doesn't
help that things keep disappearing from their apartment or that
Rebecca's father refuses to accept that Justyn is an essential part of
her life. Yet, all this seems minimal in comparison to the serial rapist
terrorizing the campus.
Consumed by fear and obsessed with revenge, Rebecca and Justyn start living the story of Sweeney Todd—both on and off the stage.
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Laura “Luna”
DeLuca lives at the beautiful Jersey shore with her husband and four
children. She loves writing in the young adult genre because it keeps
her young at heart. In addition to writing fiction, Laura is also the
editor of a popular review blog called New Age Mama. She is an active
member of her local pagan community, and has been studying Wicca for
close to eight years. Her current works include Destiny, Destiny
Unveiled, Phantom, Morrigan, Player, and Demon.
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4 comments:
I'm really enjoying your books. I look forward to reading more books from you
I would love to read this book. Reading is how I unwind and relax
this is kind of outside of what i normally read, but it looks pretty good. will check it out!
sounds like a fun one thanks for the giveaway! - regnod(at)yahoo(d0t)com
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