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Fame & Other Disasters

Fame & Other Disasters

by

Maria P Frino

Fame is a double-edged sword, and nowhere is this more precarious than in the  cut-throat world of television hosting.

Molly Edwards and Emma Bears Jones are inseparable—two powerhouses of television, hosting rival shows on Shine Ch33 and BBS12. But years of friendship crumble in a single night, a scandal sparked by a reckless decision at an industry party that sends their lives spiralling out of control.

In a haze of drugs and poor judgment, both women end up in bed with Richard—Emma’s lover. Molly wakes first, horrified to find herself naked between her best friend and Richard.

Desperate to forget the whole thing, Emma tries to bury the incident, but Richard isn't willing to let it go. He’s drawn to Molly’s tender touch and wants more, igniting a chain of betrayal.

When Emma uncovers their continued tryst, her fury explodes across social media, transforming a private mistake into a very public spectacle. Apologies from Molly go unanswered, and the vicious back-and-forth between the two goes viral, dragging their careers into the mud. Sponsors pull out, viewers abandon them, and both women are left without a show, their hard-won careers evaporating overnight.

Crushed under the weight of scandal and failure, Molly flees to Mumbai, India, seeking solace and purpose, hoping to mend her shattered life. Here she had helped build an orphanage during an extended gap year, Tulip Treasures. But redemption is never easy, and a near-fatal accident threatens to take away what little she has left.

As Molly fights to reclaim her life, the question remains: Can she and Emma ever reconcile, or will the wounds of betrayal be too deep to heal?

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IAC Main Tropes:

Celebrities/Billionaires/Millionaires

Detailed Tropes:

Celebrity, female relationships, relationship disasters, fame

Representations in This Book:

Age Groups:

Adult

Spice Level:

Level 3

Available Formats:

Paperback, eBook

Content Information:

Level 2

Some swearing and sexual content

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About the Author

Maria P Frino

Maria P. Frino is an Australian author known for writing contemporary, young adult and women’s fiction. Her work often explores themes of family, resilience, and the impact of personal events on individual lives.  


One of her well-known novels, The Decision They Made, is a compelling World War II drama inspired by her own family history. The story delves into the sacrifices, relationships, and hard decisions made during wartime and draws heavily from her Italian heritage.  


Maria’s style is characterised by rich storytelling, with a particular focus on human frailty and relationships allowing readers to be immersed in her character-driven stories.

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