Lost in Nashvegas

by Rachel Hauck

Book Overview

Last week, I was stocking groceries in Freedom, Alabama. This week, I live in Nashville, Tennessee, about to take the stage at the famous Bluebird Cafe.

Sounds fantastic, doesn't it? Only one problem, I 've got stage fright.

But after years of being ruled by fear and hiding from my dream, I confronted my limited reality and left home. Forget the hometown hunk who wants to make me queen of his double-wide. Forget Momma's doubt-inspiring...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 159554190X
• ISBN13: 9781595541901
• Release Date: October 2006
• Publisher: Thomas Nelson
• Length: 315 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.6" x 8.4"

Customer Reviews

Country music and good book lovers unite!

Robin's dream of being a country singer/songwriter has one huge snag-- she's terrified of singing in front of people. The fear of staying trapped in small-town life is equally terrifying. Against her mama's wishes, she embarks on a journey to reach her dreams and find herself in the process. Whether you're thirteen or thirty-three, you're going to see some of yourself in spunky yet shy Robin Rae McAfee. Country music might not be your thing, but there's still plenty for you in this story. This book is a bit mystery, a bit chick lit, a bit inspiration, but a whole lot of GREAT READ.

A Story That Could be the Chronicles of a Real Singer

Charming, well-drawn characters, a story chock full of adventures and misadventures and giving us the treat of seeing the backdrop of country music. The situations our heroine finds herself in push the line a bit on respectability and therefore makes the book more authentic than some Christian novels. I loved Robin's dilemnas right from the start. A bit of mystery, a bit of courage needed, a break to get in the door, and finding out a trusted friend has betrayed her. And that's just a bit of what the country gal faced in the big city. Another plus is the first person/present tense which reminds me of standard chick-lit that has become popular recently. Not all chick-lit rises above standard. This one does with a mighty leap!

Escape to NashVegas

"Last week, I stocked groceries in Freedom, Alabama. This week, I live in Nashville, Tennessee about to take the stage at the famous Bluebird Café. Sounds fantastic, doesn't it? Only one problem. I'm terrified to sing in front of people." Robin Rae McAfee has always dreamed of writing and singing her songs. The only problem is she's scared to death, and every time she gets near a stage she turns tail and runs. But one day she decides it's time to give her dream wings and see if she will soar or fall. Either way she won't have regrets of what might have happened. This book is a delightful read. I laughed out loud in many places even as my heart ached for Robin in others. Her journey to her dream is not a straight road; instead, twists, turns and do-overs plague the journey. And she learns her past is more intimately connected to her present than she understood. Through it all she is surrounded by family and friends who believe in her even as she loses faith in herself. The book is written from Robin's point of view in a fresh voice. The descriptions and turns of phrases had me laughing out loud. I also enjoyed the glimpse into the music industry, and Robin's very real reactions to bumping into folks like Keith Urban. This book was so much fun that I can't wait to read her other chick lit/romance novels.

Lost in Nashvegas should definitely be Found in Your Bookshelf. . .

. . . unless you don't like realistic, well-defined characters and a hilarious, but touching plot. In other words, this book isn't for readers who are looking for the same old thing. The main character, Robin Rae is an aspiring song writer who hopes to take Nashville by storm, if she can get over her terrible stage fright. I won't spoil the ending by telling you whether Robin Rae succeeds or not, but I will say that, in this newest chick lit, author Rachel Hauck succeeds in taking the fiction world by storm. And if newcomer Hauck has stage fright, no evidence is found of it in the extremely well-written pages. I can't wait to read more from this unique voice. In the meantime, I'll probably wait a couple of months, then read Lost In Nashvegas again. It's that good.

Top Pick from Novel Reviews

I read a lot of books as a reviewer, and once in a while one comes along that teaches me something. Lost in NashVegas is one of those books. Hauck employs some of the richest characterizations I've read. From the first paragraph, I was mesmerized by her artistry and story. Her characters two-step right off the pages and into your heart. I was transported to the tiny town of Freedom, Alabama with its doublewide down-home traditions--big on hospitality but a place where dreams die. When Robin escapes to Music City USA--Nashville, the book takes on a new spirit. of expectancy and excitement. NashVegas--where dreams come true. And expect the unexpected in Lost in NashVegas. A highlight of my reading year, Lost in NashVegas receives Novel Reviews, Top Pick and my highest recommendation. Reviewed by Ane Mulligan www.anemulligan.com