Rescue Me

by Gigi Levangie Grazer

Book Overview

A compelling novel about a young woman's struggle to remain true to her heart while navigating through the heady atmosphere of 1980s Los Angeles, from the bestselling author of Maneater. It was the... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0684870738
• ISBN13: 9780684870731
• Release Date: June 2000
• Publisher: Simon & Schuster
• Length: 266 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 5.8" x 8.8"

Customer Reviews

Compelling Story!

Anyone who has ever lived in L.A., Hollywood, the poor/rich enclave of Laurel Canyon or who's been to the movies will recognize Ms. Gigi Levangie Grazer's finely drawn characters. Amanda, fresh out of college, witty and smart-mouthed, compassionate, ambitious, barely clinging to her code of ethics as she strives to "make it" in the cruel world of entertainment; Gabe, a gentle, loving giant of a man who has every reason to be bitter but is not; James, a bright, calculating, manipulator and Amanda's love and soul mate since elementary school; Amanda's brother, Valentin, a dissipated, drug user/pusher and his girlfriend, Patrice, not-two-synapses-sparking at the same time, eager to do anything/anyone for drugs. A newly-discovered, fine, strong, silver thread of love between Amanda and Gabe shines through the mire and yet, ends abruptly and tragically. What will become of Amanda, of her much-adored nephew whom she nourishes and protects, of Gabe, of their love? Compelling to the last word! Ms. Levangie Grazer writing is witty and sharp! When's the movie coming out?

Rescue Me- A wonderful summer novel

Rescue Me is an entralling page turner. Once you start reading you can't put it down. Gigi Levangie-Grazer's novel is evocative and sexy. One can only hope that she continues to write novels.

A real page turner!

Rescue Me is a quick paced novel filled with the hopes, dreams and dire realities that were the 80's. Amanda's story is one that so many can relate to -- a less than perfect childhood, changes in family and friends that try our love and loyalty, selfish and selfless friends and lovers, lecherous bosses, and the colorful peripheral people who do effect our lives. And it's a story of hope -- that life can go on and love can win out, even if we think it's passed us by.The characters are so carefully woven, that as I read, I felt like I really knew them, and what an interesting bunch they are! The story reveals life in L.A. in the 80's, when we were innocent and naive (think sex and drugs), no matter how worldly and hip we thought we were. It's a love story minus the mush.A great book for a day on the beach, or a long soak in the tub. But also because of the clear, easy to follow writing, it's one of those books that you can read a few pages at a time, if that's all the time you have. But it *will* be hard to put down!

It Made Me Laugh & Cry

I absolutely LOVE this book and can't wait for Ms. Levangie-Grazer's next book. It is a compelling, page turning story that made me laugh and cry. I grew up in Los Angeles in the eighties and she really captures the "scene". I really appreciate the author's writing style, she is brutally honest and is not afraid to write how we all think.

ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS I'VE EVER READ

Ms. Levangie Grazer is one of the best new authors to come around in years. She writes with such clarity and honesty, opening your heart and making you feel as if you are right there. I recommend this book to everyone - young and old.