Neon Hearts: A Fairytale In Jazz and Stardust

By Miss Ifeoma Lolita Mokolo

Full Summary
Brooklyn Marrow, a gifted and emotionally resilient singer-songwriter, finds herself at a crossroads in the heart of New York City. Haunted by her past and fueled by the dream of making her mark, she carves out a life performing at the Bluebird Jazz Lounge-a haven for artists and dreamers. The city pulses with music, magic, and the promise of second chances, drawing together a diverse ensemble of characters whose lives become inextricably linked.
The arrival of Lucian Vale, an enigmatic figure with secrets of his own, ignites a forbidden, passionate romance that unfolds amid the sultry glow of jazz clubs and rain-soaked city streets. Their connection is electric yet fraught with obstacles: Lucian's mysterious background, Brooklyn's fear of vulnerability, and the relentless chase of fame all threaten to pull them apart. Their love story becomes the novel's beating heart, chronicling the risks and rewards of daring to love in a world full of uncertainty.
As Brooklyn faces the pull of the music industry-most notably the lure of a major record deal with Mercury Records-she is forced to make agonizing choices between artistic integrity and commercial success. The narrative weaves in suspense and thriller elements, as Brooklyn navigates the high-stakes world of contracts, predatory executives, and the emotional toll of living life in the spotlight. Dialogue sparkles with authenticity, and each character's journey is rendered with vivid, evocative detail.
The musical atmosphere is omnipresent, with chapters echoing the structure of a jazz composition-improvised beginnings, crescendos of hope, blue notes of heartbreak, and triumphant refrains. Brooklyn's performances are more than entertainment; they are acts of alchemy, transforming pain and longing into communal celebration. The city itself becomes a character: restless, dazzling, at times cruel, but always alive with possibility. Urban fantasy and fairytale elements shimmer at the narrative's edges, as melodies feel like spells and the line between reality and dreams blurs in the neon light.
The ensemble cast is central to the novel's found family theme. Lila, Brooklyn's fiercely loyal bassist and best friend, Zadie, the drummer with a syncopated soul, and Theo, the irrepressible pianist, all bring warmth, humor, and depth. Samir, the club's owner and surrogate father, anchors the group with wisdom and generosity. Together, they create a mosaic of friendship and hope that sustains Brooklyn through every setback and triumph.
As the story unfolds over 40 chapters, Brooklyn's journey encompasses the highs and lows of stardom, the ache of lost love and the euphoria of new beginnings. The narrative explores forbidden love, personal sacrifice, artistic ambition, and the struggle to remain authentic in a world that demands compromise. Suspense and thriller moments-ranging from tense industry dealings to the emotional dangers of vulnerability-keep the tempo brisk and the stakes ever-rising. Sci-fi elements glimmer in the city's technological pulse, hinting at a near-future world where art and data intertwine.
The fairytale motif is woven throughout: Brooklyn is both the heroine and the bard, singing her way through trials and transformations. The city's music becomes a form of magic, healing wounds and forging new destinies. Each chapter is steeped in musical terminology-improvisations, codas, encores-mirroring the unpredictable, beautiful chaos of life and love.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FHWZSXXQ
• ISBN13: 9798292852131
• Release Date: July 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 146 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"