Not Even Paris. A Jolene Novel. Book One.
A lovesick idealist mistakes books for reality in this zero-spice, witty, and romantic comedy.
A total of one person knows this, but I kind of absolutely love Matt Craddick. But he’s got a gorgeous girlfriend and I’m more of a dancer of ballet by day, vanquisher of zombies by night kind of gamer-girl.
But if life is anything like the novels in my backpack, everything’s about to change. I’ve been accepted into a one-year ballet apprenticeship in Paris! Not only will I train with one of the top dance schools in the world, but I’ll live with my stylish, fashion mogul aunt Eloise!
And if France can’t fix me, I guess I’ll wander the world loserly and alone, with nothing but my one friend, cranky sister, and pointe shoes to keep me company.
"I struggle for words around him—when I’m not screaming at him."
Grumpy/sunshine sisters • Indulgent love triangle • Forced proximity chaos • Ballet dreams in Paris • High school drama with heart."
Characters
Jolene Stansen, teenaged ballerina. Mary Stansen, the "grumpy" sister to Jolene's "sunshine." Logan Monnel, trusty friend. Piper Thompson, untrusty friend. Matt Craddick, dream guy! Anthony Whitaker, surprise guy! Dogberry, loyal Border Collie.
The Jolene Novels
Not Even Paris. The Lost Year. Book 1.5
Not Even Homecoming. A Jolene Novel. Book Two.
Not Even Homecoming. A Jolene Novel. Book Two.
Jolene's year in Paris, Mary's year without her sister, and Matt's year without the cute girl in his math class.
Not Even Homecoming. A Jolene Novel. Book Two.
Not Even Homecoming. A Jolene Novel. Book Two.
Not Even Homecoming. A Jolene Novel. Book Two.
Jolene's back from Paris just in time for her love life to explode! First dance, first date, first KISS, and first grounding.
Not Even Mine. A Jolene Novel. Book Three.
Not Even Homecoming. A Jolene Novel. Book Two.
Not Even Mine. A Jolene Novel. Book Three.
COMING SOON!
Friends lie. Families fight. And sometimes the safest place to fall… is into arms you never expected.
About Rebecca Jones
Passionate Writer
I've been writing for decades and cherish stories with romance and laughs! Find more about me here.