Hey Sugars,

Congratulations to Maria who guessed it right! Jennifer O'Connell's newest novel, Off the Record, was last week's Candy Covered Contest. This week it's Maria's latest good read! Candy Covered Books suggests you make it yours as well.

It has been a long time since Jane spent her days in pigtails and rainbow legwarmers. These days, she's more likely to be dressed in a pencil skirt in varying shades of black, grey or navy. So is the wardrobe of a top attorney in a prestigious law firm- who happens to be up for partner, thank you very much. Living the life of a solid, reliable, safe woman has done Jane very well in life. It has helped her carry her family in times of trouble, it has also scored her one of the firm's top clients.

So when Jane's brother Andy tries to convince her she was the inspiration of Teddy Rock's one-hit wonder Janey 245 she thinks its all a good laugh. How could she be the same Janey from the song that was on everybody's lips fifteen years ago? After all, Janey from Janey 245 was desperately sexy with ruby lips and wanton thighs. So not her.

However, soon exposed as Teddy Rock's own Janey, Jane's own idea of herself is turned upside down. Behind Janey's lively, sexy image, Jane feels less inhibited- more alive. She could really get used to this rock star lifestyle.

Jennifer O'Connell has created a fresh honest new character in Jane. As we are also introduced to Jane as straight-laced and predictable, it was a laugh-out loud adventure watching her break from this stereotype. Off the Record, this good read went straight to Candy Covered Books' Favorites. We think it will make it high on your own top reading charts. From the offices of Becker, Bishop, and Deane to center stage on the David Letterman show, join Jane on the wild ride that leads to her own rediscovery.

Off the Record. Don't judge the book by its cover alone.

Rock on,
Rosa and Liza