Once More with Feeling: A Novel

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This book is described as being a “friends-to-lovers meets enemies-to-lovers story,” and that is the perfect way to define the relationship between Kathleen and Cal. The spark from when they were kids has since dissolved, and now the two can’t even stand to be in the same room. When their mutual friend writes a Broadway play, the two find themselves in forced proximity. As in Rhys (or Lispector, or Duras), that juxtaposition between the work's almost manic emotional register and the banality of day to day life is what makes OMWF a powerful read, if occasionally an off-putting one. Where McCreesh differs is the very contemporary, media-poisoned humour she often brings to the proceedings. The way she manages to get across why Jane hitches her wagon to a coterie of fashionable cretins while also subtly roasting them is deft and delightful, and her comic timing is excellent. (This I suspect is where the publisher's hopeful comparison to Moshfegh lies.) My laughter-to-wince ratio was 1-to-3, which made the emotional trauma quite manageable. Once More, with Feeling (Blood of the Martyrs album), the 2011 debut album by American Christian metal band Blood of the Martyrs But I can tell you that it's worthy of them. The plot revolves around Kathleen constantly putting herself down, feeling like she hasn't earned her spot in this new life she's created for herself. She's still beating herself up for decisions she made when she was anything but herself. Mistakes that allowed her to figure out who she is, and who she wants to be. She holds them over herself like a bomb, just waiting for the chance to use them to ruin this second chance she's been given by the one person she feels she doesn't deserve one from. In her debut, Sophie McCreesh has captured the true-to-life experience of a woman in her mid-20's who, without much trajectory or purpose, goes through life in a grey, unglamorous Toronto.

Once More, with Feeling" explores changes in the relationships of the main characters, using the plot device that a demon—credited as "Sweet" but unnamed in the episode—compels the people of Sunnydale to break into song at random moments to express hidden truths. The title of the episode comes from a line sung by Sweet; once the characters have revealed their truths and face the consequences of hearing each other's secrets, he challenges them to "say you're happy now, once more, with feeling". Then. Katee Rose is living the dream as America’s number one pop star, caught in a whirlwind of sold-out concerts, screaming fans, and constant tabloid coverage. Everyone wants to know everything about her and her boyfriend, Ryan LaNeve, the hottest member of adored boy band CrushZone. Katee loves to perform but hates the impossible demands of stardom. Maybe that’s why she finds herself in the arms of another CrushZone member, Cal Kirby. Quiet, serious Cal, who’s always been a good friend to Katee, is suddenly Cal with the smoldering eyes and very good hands. One unforgettable night is all it takes to blow up Katee’s relationship with Ryan, her career, her whole life. Their forced professionalism is soon tested as old feelings resurface, leading to witty and sarcastic banter. Both Kathleen and Cal still blame each other for the events of the past, and they must decide if they are willing to risk their careers for a second chance at love.

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Overall, I found Kathleen and Cal's story to be more sincere and heartwarming than the author's previous characters, Chani and Gabe (who had a Chris Evans vibe). This is a beautifully written and emotional story about childhood sweethearts that I highly recommend you don't miss.

it's baffling honestly. the premise was interesting and the dual timeline format could have REALLY worked but it's like all of the important bits were left out. because you could have the COOLEST premise in the world but if you have flat characters and aren't going to flesh out the relationship what's the point? The ARIA Report: Issue No. 664" (PDF). AriaNET. November 18, 2002. Archived from the original (PDF) on January 6, 2003 . Retrieved April 5, 2012. Randy Lewis (September 23, 2002). "In The Know; Musical 'Buffy' Finally Lands in Stores", Los Angeles Times. p. F6. Mayhem of the Music Meister!, a 2009 episode of Batman: The Brave and the Bold with a similar premise Stafford, Nikki (2007). Bite Me! The Unofficial Guide to Buffy the Vampire Slayer, ECW Press. ISBN 978-1-55022-807-6

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