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B-Side: (Arielle Lockley 2.5) (Arielle Lockley Series) Kindle Edition

by Elle Field (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.1 out of 5 stars 38 ratings
"What do I honestly know about the music industry? I'm just another idiot with a dream who is naive enough to hope that I might be the next big star."

Etta Millhouse has always had big musical ambitions to match her big voice, but she's also got three very big problems - the addiction she won't admit to, her godmother's illness that she can no longer ignore, and her godmother's useless business partner (who she wishes she could ignore).

Keeping an eye on Arielle's poor business decisions is the last thing Etta wants to do when she's offered the chance to record a demo with a top producer. But, a promise is a promise, even if it has her reaching for another pick-me-up... And then another. And then one more.

When the secret she must keep for her godmother, Felicity, sends her drug habit spiralling out of control, can Etta battle her demons in time and make her dream happen? Or, will her music career be over before it's even begun?

B-Side sits between Lost (out now) and Found (out August 2016) in the Arielle Lockley series - read Etta's version of events in this gritty spin-off.
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01E8YYFFY
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 17, 2016
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.6 MB
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Elle Field

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Elle Field writes coming of age chick lit books, and is the author of the Arielle Lockley series and Geli Voyante's Hot or Not. She grew up in Yorkshire, then moved to Scotland to study International Relations and Social Anthropology at the University of St Andrews.

Elle now lives in London with her boyfriend and their cat. She's a massive fan of sunshine, giraffes, The Killers, Audrey Hepburn movies, playing Scrabble, musicals and tea. Oh, and reading, of course!

Find out more about Elle by reading her blog - http://www.ellefield.co.uk - or by following her on Twitter: @ellefie and Instagram: @ellefieauthor

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  • Katie
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Rewarding and Moving Read
    Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2016
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    B-Side is not an easy read. It's not light or frothy. But it's rewarding and moving and very well written.

    Getting a record deal is all Etta Millhouse has ever wanted. But with a drug habit she can't quite quit, and the heartbreaking burden of coming to grips with her godmother's rapidly deteriorating health, will she seize her big chance when it finally arrives? Or will her self-destructive behavior and addiction to drugs end her fledgling music career before it begins?

    Etta Millhouse is not easy to understand or like. She's deeply troubled and emotionally scarred and she treats those around her horribly. Yet despite her off-putting behavior I found myself rooting for her. I wanted her to find the success - and happiness - she so desperately craves.

    If you're looking for a typical chicklit book filled with shopping and shoes and flirty relationships, B-Side isn't for you. But if you like a story with a bit more substance, settle in for a riveting read from the talented Elle Field.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars VERY GOOD BOOK
    Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2017
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    I AM SO GLAD READ THIS BOOK. I REALLY HATED ETTA..NOW I CAN SAY I FEEL SORRY FORHER,BUTTHE DRUGS ARE HER OWN FAULT AND I HOPE SHE CLEANS P IN THE NEXT BOOK...
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  • Simona Elena
    4.0 out of 5 stars Elle's style of writing is just great!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2016
    *Book provided by the author in exchange for an honest review*

    B-Side is a spin off novel in the Kept series by Elle Field, it’s officially book 2.5, because the stpry is about another character, but it’s all still part of the series.

    B-Side tells the story of Etta, who wants to be a successful singers, but several things are in her way: her godmother Felicity’s illness, Arielle (her godmother’s business partner) and her own addiction (she won’t admit to). Etta has a difficult life and had to go through a lot in her past, that’s probably also the reason for her drug addiction. It’s time for her to make a decision and basically decide between family and her career.
    The story is very character driven and actually plays at the same time of Lost (book 2 in the series). It was great to get another perspective of the whole story and setting. Unfortunately, I had quite a tough time relating or even liking Etta. Believe me I tried, but it just didn’t work, I just didn’t understand why she hates Arielle so much, because I love Arielle as a character. This book is a bit deeper and maybe “darker” than Elle’s other books, but that proves that she is a great writer. Yes, I had problems relating to Etta, but Elle’s writing got me hooked anyway. It’s modern, fresh and so down to earth.

    I would recommend reading the other two books of the series before reading this one. It gives you a better picture of the situation and a good overview of the characters.
    This book is a great change and mixes the series up a bit. I’m now even more excited to read about Arielle again in book 3 of the series, it’s called Found! Roll on summer!!!

    Rating: 3.5/5
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  • Ali - The Dragon Slayer
    5.0 out of 5 stars This is the best in the series yet!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2016
    I absolutely adored the first two books in this series, Kept and Lost and have been eagerly anticipating the third so we can find out how Arielle’s life pans out then along comes Elle and offers us B-Side! This is classified as Book 2.5 and is indeed a welcome addition to the family.

    While the other two are fairly light and fluffy this one is a lot darker with more depth and shows the variations in the writer’s skills. Personally I relished this angle and stark contrast, going as far as to say this is the best in the series yet!
    It is focussed on Etta and mainly tells her story. For a bit of background, Felicity is Etta’s godmother and she has a business ‘partner’ Arielle .. whether it be jealousy or just mistrust/dislike Etta loathes Arielle and can’t understand why Felicity is so taken with her.

    To get the full benefit of the story I heartily recommend you read them in order (and because I love them!) otherwise B-Side may not work too well as a standalone.

    Anyway, follow Etta as she chases her dream of being a rock star .. will she get fulfilment or will Felicity’s fading health hinder her plans ? A wonderful story, I really enjoyed the edgier side and began to feel for Etta, she isn’t going to be everyone’s favourite character but for me she kept me turning the pages and holding my breath to see if she would succeed or indeed collapse into oblivion.

    For my followers I must just point out a TRIGGER warning .. there are drug references and they contribute to the story in a large way. Having said that it is all dealt with sensitively and gives the visuals into Etta’s state of mind and her need for success and how she deals with it.

    Huge thanks to Elle for my ARC in exchange for an honest review .. now I can’t wait for ‘Found’ the third part.
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  • SuzeeQs
    1.0 out of 5 stars Lost my interest. Rehash.
    Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2019
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    Like the other books in the series, but this was a throw-away. Same story as the previous one, but told from a different character's perspective. Interesting idea, but the character is a horrible person. Couldn't finish it.
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  • Ali - The Dragon Slayer
    5.0 out of 5 stars This is the best in the series yet!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 20, 2016
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    I absolutely adored the first two books in this series, Kept and Lost and have been eagerly anticipating the third so we can find out how Arielle’s life pans out then along comes Elle and offers us B-Side! This is classified as Book 2.5 and is indeed a welcome addition to the family.

    While the other two are fairly light and fluffy this one is a lot darker with more depth and shows the variations in the writer’s skills. Personally I relished this angle and stark contrast, going as far as to say this is the best in the series yet!
    It is focussed on Etta and mainly tells her story. For a bit of background, Felicity is Etta’s godmother and she has a business ‘partner’ Arielle .. whether it be jealousy or just mistrust/dislike Etta loathes Arielle and can’t understand why Felicity is so taken with her.

    To get the full benefit of the story I heartily recommend you read them in order (and because I love them!) otherwise B-Side may not work too well as a standalone.

    Anyway, follow Etta as she chases her dream of being a rock star .. will she get fulfilment or will Felicity’s fading health hinder her plans ? A wonderful story, I really enjoyed the edgier side and began to feel for Etta, she isn’t going to be everyone’s favourite character but for me she kept me turning the pages and holding my breath to see if she would succeed or indeed collapse into oblivion.

    For my followers I must just point out a TRIGGER warning .. there are drug references and they contribute to the story in a large way. Having said that it is all dealt with sensitively and gives the visuals into Etta’s state of mind and her need for success and how she deals with it.

    Huge thanks to Elle for my ARC in exchange for an honest review .. now I can’t wait for ‘Found’ the third part.
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  • Lesley
    5.0 out of 5 stars It is slightly a slightly darker and grittier read than Field's normal writing - it is brilliantly crafted from the outset and d
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 4, 2016
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    This is a companion story to the main Arielle series concentrating on the Etta Millhouse character.

    It is slightly a slightly darker and grittier read than Field's normal writing - it is brilliantly crafted from the outset and delves much deeper into the emotional trauma suffered by the characters than normal.
    It goes to prove the breadth of talent that Field as an author possesses and is an excellent addition to the series.

    If you're a fan of the Arielle series (as I am!) you will certainly love B-side!
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  • Rani S
    3.0 out of 5 stars Etta's Story
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 11, 2016
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    This book appears to be a branch off of the Arielle Lockley Series as it focuses on Etta, Felicity's god daughter. It focuses on Etta's struggle with caring for her sick god mother and yet at the same time trying to make it as a rock star. It will be interesting to see where this leads in the next book and where she will feature in Arielle's life. I was a bit surprised because I was expecting this book to be about Arielle but she only really features in it at the beginning and there are snippets of her here and there. I am sure there's a reason for all this which we will probably find out in the coming book.
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