Special St. Valentine's Day,Review and Interview of Inner Core by Sigal Ehrlich

Hello readers! Happy Valentine's Day! I hope your day is very special. Today we have a cute and lovely special with a book that definitely if you're a romantic girl should read:  Inner Core, the final novel in the  Stark Series.

Layers was the first title of this story, if you have not read the book do you expect?, click here to know it, if you already read it, and you fell in love with the characters, you will love and will definitely be one of your favorites.

Today I have a review of Inner Core and not only that, thanks to its author Sigal Ehrlich for giving  an interview for the blog, So Happy Valentine's Day and Let's Go!

THE BOOK:

Inner Core
(Stark #2)
by Sigal Ehrlich
Publication date: January 2014
Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance

When Hayley makes a resolution to take back the control over her life, and declare their relationship R.I.P, it’s all good in theory…

That is until Daniel decides to prove her wrong and get her back.

Together, Hayley and Daniel seem to have it all. But can love ever be enough when two strong personalities collide and while reality takes the lead?

Faced with more obstacles than she could have ever bargain for when it comes to Daniel, struggling to keep her own identity while sharing a life with her man. Buds of doubt start rooting in Hayley’s confidence, making her rethink her decision.

And just when it seems that they might make it together after all, life happens. Bringing a threat that neither Hayley nor Daniel could ever anticipate, a threat that could break them apart forever . . .

   

MEET / INTERVIEW  SIGAL EHRLICH

This is the section of the small biography of the author, but I wanted something different and fun for this section, and Sigal made ​​it possible: a short interview. So, Meet a little more about

the Author of Stark Novel: Sigal Ehrlich.

ATCS -Who is Sigal Ehrlich?

 Sigal Ehrlich: A wife, a mother, a reader, an author, a non-romantic that writes romance.

 When you are not writing, what do you usually do in a normal day?

Well, I’m a mother of three, I guess that kind of covers it. I mostly play house by day…

 For you, what means Stark Novel?

My desire to write something that I’d like to read. I wanted a story in which the characters actually had a relationship rather than the good ol’ push and pull game/ tension till the very end.

 What is the character who has more of your personality in Stark Novel?

Good question… I’d say that it’s more a combination of Daniel and Hayley.

 What is your favorite author ?

It’s almost impossible to answer this one, I have many, and it actually varies from time to time. If I had to choose one though, at this moment it would be Stieg Larsson.

 Your favorite book in this moment?

In Pursuit by Olivia luck. 

The new book of Stark novel is Inner Core, In less of 140 characters , what can expect the fans from him?

A change in roles between Hayley and Daniel. A glimpse into the pasts, and new layers of personality for each and every one of the characters.

 I checked the list of songs from Inner Core , what is your favorite song?

Dark Roman Wine by Snow Patrol. It is by far my all-time favorite song.

Your favorite moment of Inner Core?

Epilogue, Hayley’s part, when Daniel comes to talk to her.

What is your favorite food?

Spanish, Tapas.

What is the most important thing you've learned so far as a writer?

To take a very deep breath after reading an acid review, and push it out of my head.

What is your favorite part of the writing process? and your part least favorite?

Dialogues, as it’s the best form to really express the characters personalities.

The least favorite, to put mildly, part would be the editing.

One place in the world for your visit coming, where would it be?

Without a shred of a doubt, Barcelona. I’m in love with this amazing city.

If you could talk with any person in history (living or dead), who would it be?

Ayaan Hirsi Ali, I’d love to hear her amazing story first-hand.

I Know than you speak spanish a little o much, and You like Spain, so what is your favorite word in spanish? your favorite food of Spain? and your favorite song in spanish?

My favorite word in this hermoso idioma is “Serenidad”

Favorite food, definitely Pimientos de Padrón Fritos

I have a few songs, but I’d say La Playa by La Oreja De Van Gogh. I could write a whole chapter with this sentence in mind: “Te voy a escribir la canción más bonita del mundo.”

Your next project is about:

A thirty-something who’s fed up with her life, and takes a decision to leave it all behind. She moves to a coastal town in Spain in order to really start living. Her grand plan is to enjoy life while breaking her many strict rules. During the voyage she takes to get to know the new country and herself, she maintains cyber therapy sessions with her questionable shrink.

When she finally begins to enjoy her new life, she meets someone that leaves her questioning everything she thought was right.

  Message to the fans and new readers

I am grateful to you, and overwhelmed by your response to Layers and Inner Core. Thank you so much for reading, reviewing, messaging, liking, loving, and spreading the word!

 And thank you Alice, for having me here!

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THE REVIEW

" To reach the core of inner beauty,
one must first unravel the many
protective layers."

It all started one weekend, if you have a long weekend, you can usually say "Hey, wait a marathon of movies" in my case it was not, I decided that that week was ideal for my marathon Stark Novel.

With Layers, I was familiar with, but still that feeling of excitement came back, and when you reach the end, I took a deep breath and I was ready to know what happened after that big break between D and H! I needed a snack for that time I did not know to wait, so ,as a good friend a girl chooses ice cream (a B & J flavor: mint chocolate is my favorite).for this book.

Hayley and Daniel return in this story at a time when their layers are trying to break after a difficult breakup, it's not just Daniel will struggle in this way, too Hayley has to begin to reveal the inside if you want proceed with Daniel at his side.

What I can say about the book? Definitely will be added to my favorites.

I liked more than the first, but of course, the first part is to know the characters and the story, in this second and final installment largely I liked for me  more the two book, because the 2 protagonists are definitely are at the same level. Daniel shows his cold side and "psycho" as Hayley says, but also their fears, insecurities, and it's not perfect, and also his sensitive side. Hayley met on the other hand sure of herself, love is not for me and in this part we find that she also has a sensitive side, has fears and above all want and need love. Everyone will have to go removing their protective outer layers to be able to find a way for both. 

His story is the inner core of this book, was releasing each of the characters so deeply and yet delicate, each character still have defined profile and undergoes natural changes only to advance the story.

The favourite friends of Hayley, Ian and Natasha still present and with great surprises, and funny, strong and thoroughly know more moments, my favorite of the two Ian!! That boy was my guru of laughter in several parts of the story.

Has tense moments, moments that help you release that tension, funny, sad moments, moments that do not let you breathe and romantic, very romantic without being sappy his moments, that's also something I liked.

As regards his writing and his genre, the first I must say that I like because it is clear, has no such exaggeration of what should be a relationship of two people, in contrast, feels very natural, unforced and takes you for that path with an ending that was very well deserved. And with it goes according to your type of genre. I only had a slight conflict with some details regarding the shape of the chapters in one hand, but nothing that could damage history.

Personally, I really was excited with this book, it was a great luck, fortune to read it, you get attached very easy to the characters: My favorites Ian and Daniel, since last year the author told me that this book was going to be definitely end of the book that did not want to stretch the story and damage it, this book had his way, and and I agree with her, it was a good decision. Love the end, it's very beautiful. I congratulate the author for this beautiful story.

For this special day if you have the chance to read it,do it! or it may be at any time, will love it, it's a very nice gift too, if you want to read it on marathon or each book individually. Definitely a good choice.

Sigal I hope we have a new story with romance, no doubt that I'll be waiting it!
Meanwhile a very happy Valentine's Day to Daniel and Hayley!

Happy Valentine's Day!

PD: My Star Hearts Reviews  5

Alice!

*An E-arc was provided for an honest review*

Cover Reveal of Inner Core by Sigal Ehrlich

Inner Core
(Stark #2)

 by Sigal Ehrlich 
Publication date: January 2014
Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance

designed by Mae I Design.

Synopsis

When Hayley makes a resolution to take back the control over her life, and declare their relationship R.I.P, it’s all good in theory…

That is until Daniel decides to prove her wrong and get her back.

Together, Hayley and Daniel seem to have it all. But can love ever be enough when two strong personalities collide and while reality takes the lead?

Faced with more obstacles than she could have ever bargain for when it comes to Daniel, struggling to keep her own identity while sharing a life with her man. Buds of doubt start rooting in Hayley’s confidence, making her rethink her decision.

And just when it seems that they might make it together after all, life happens. Bringing a threat that neither Hayley nor Daniel could ever anticipate, a threat that could break them apart forever . . .

THE BOOK

 

AUTHOR

By teen age, Sigal already lived in three different continents where she had the luck to experience and visit varied places, meet unique people, which only helped fuel her overly developed imagination. Currently, Sigal calls Estonia home where she lives with her husband and three kids.

Not exactly sure where they will end up next…

When she is not hiding in her office, writing, she enjoys music, reading and taking care of her little clan.

With a great believe in "don’t wait for things to happen - make them happen," she enjoys anything exciting life has to offer.

Website     Facebook     Twitter     Goodreads

 

Book Blitz and Giveaway of Layers by Sigal Ehrlich

Layers

by Sigal Ehrlich
Publication date: October, 2013
Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance

Synopsis:

According to Hayley love is a subject of ridicule, a myth created by hopeless romantics.

When Hayley makes a resolution to declare her loose lifestyle era R.I.P, it’s all good in theory…

That is until she meets Daniel Stark, a well-respected, mid-thirties business man who is known for his short temper, lack of steady relationships as well as his strict preserve of his private life.

Opinionated, sharp tongued Hayley accidently steps into his office leaving Daniel resolved to put Hayley in her place and have her in his bed.

Both Hayley and Daniel can’t avoid the immediate instigation of the attraction between them.

In a unanimously agreed upon verdict by Hayley and her two best friends, Ian the gay self-absorb, aspiring model and Natasha the witty, borderline neurotic soul mate, Daniel Stark is to be Hayley’s pure physical attraction, emotions aside era closure.

Will it indeed be a closure, or a beginning to something neither Hayley nor Daniel ever bargained for…

 

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EXCERPT

There's a high-end coffee machine calling my name on the countertop across the room. A quick little coffee and I am out of here.

I press the green small-cup button and the machine awakens with the noise of evaporating steam. The oh-so-aromatic, roasted scent wafts toward me as the machine fills the cup with a rich chocolate-colored liquid. I'm thrilled, already anticipating the taste. When the machine signals that the cycle is complete, I grab the cup too hastily, and some of the coffee manages to spill on my white blouse.

Observing the damage with irritation, I murmur, “Fuck me,” under my breath.

“Is that a request?”

Shifting my stare back to see who has just spoken; I find myself holding on to the counter from a momentary loss of balance, as I take in the sight of the orator.

Heat spreads from the center of my skull through my throat, to the top of my cleavage. And I don’t do blushing. What the hell?

Standing there is the very picture of hot, tall and sinful. White tee, jeans, and the most alluring bad boy stance. Something in his crooked smile inexplicably leaves me dumbfounded. For the space of a moment, I am lost in him.

His eyes roam over me with a wicked glee, stripping off every layer of clothing I have on. The air escapes my lungs at the intensity of that gaze.

I gape back at him, my jaw slightly dropped. “Mmm… just made some coffee.” I mumble my lame excuse and follow it with a thin smile.

“So I assume it wasn’t a request, then?” His teasing eyes are on me, that sexy grin is still plastered on his face, and his expression insinuates pure sin.

“Too bad,” he murmurs, and I have to swallow hard.

“Is that your thing?” I ask, recovering.

He cocks an eyebrow. “Sneaking behind people and trying to engage them in salacious activities?” A low laugh, deep and hoarse, comes as a reply.

“No.” He scratches his amused lips with his thumb, looking at me with a slightly tilted head. “And just for the record, I believe it was you who started with the indecent proposals.”

I open my mouth, looking frantically for some clever comeback that doesn’t appear to come, and instead feel my face heat up. Again. Damn.

AUTHOR

By teen age, Sigal already lived in three different continents where she had the luck to experience and visit varied places, meet unique people, which only helped fuel her overly developed imagination. Currently, Sigal calls Estonia home where she lives with her husband and three kids.

Not exactly sure where they will end up next…

When she is not hiding in her office, writing, she enjoys music, reading and taking care of her little clan.

With a great believe in "don’t wait for things to happen - make them happen," she enjoys anything exciting life has to offer.

Website     Facebook     Twitter    Goodreads

INTERVIEW

How would you describe Layers?

Layers is a plunge into the world of a sassy, confident woman that meets her equal and together take a leap into the unknown. While both protagonists have their share of flaws and fears to overcome, they try to take a chance on the relationship thing which they so far dreaded, only to find out it’s not as bad as it seems.

Who is your favorite character in the book? And what was your favorite scene to write?

This is like asking who’s your favorite masseuse. I honestly like them - all, really. Though, if I have to choose one, it’ll have to be one of the supporting characters, Ian. Ian is the best friend everybody secretly wishes they could have, he is so full of life and his “I don’t give a damn” attitude is just admirable. Frankly, I wish sometimes I could be a little Ian.

My favorite scene to write would be the scene when Daniel confronts Hayley after he finds out some disturbing information. It was an emotionally draining scene that got my heart to wrench and took some time to get over. Before actually typing it, the dialog and a certain song were eating at my mind for a long while.

How much of the book is realistic?

It’s mainly fiction, though there are some minor parts taken from real life, consciously and unconsciously. For example, in my past so called “corporate life” I worked at the equivalent of “Stark SW.”

Also, one of the supporting characters is based on a person who’s very close to my heart. And surprisingly, after actually editing the manuscript I’ve realized Daniel and my hubby share some similarities. The last, for sure, was unconsciously done.

You have quite a few steamy scenes in the book, are these scenes easy to write?

The steamy scenes weren’t exactly easy, because, I’m not a fan of using explicit descriptions so I had to tone down the acts and have the emotions speak instead of actually “showing” the “bites and pieces”.

Where do you get the ideas for these scenes?

A lot of practice and research of course. Not…

Just as any other scenes, my wild imagination. Talking about steamy and wild imagination, you should read those parts in the sequel, let’s just say that I was very pregnant when writing it… pregnancy hormones, if you know what I mean… Stay tuned *winking*

What is the funniest experience you have had while writing Layers?

It was in an annoying “writer’s block,” I’ve mocked one of the more intense scenes, I’ve actually rewritten it parody style. I literally laughed throughout the entire rewrite and it was actually a quite liberating experience. Though, it didn’t solve the block issue.

With as many Contemporary Romance which feature rich men and the women who “tames” them out there, what sets Layers apart in the fast growing genre?

I believe that the uniqueness comes from the tone in which the book is written. It’s a light and fun read, even the sorrow infused parts are laced with a touch of humor. That, together with the fact that Daniel is not your typical multi-millionaire, Hayley’s sassy personality, the dynamics between the characters as well as the supportive characters just adds the special something that sets it apart.

Which of the characters was the hardest to write?

Hayley, the protagonist, on one hand she is so together and confident but then she has all those doubts that you feel like shaking her to set her back in place. So basically showing her weakness was hard.

How are you publishing this book and why?

Though I’ve been offered a publishing contract I’ve chosen to self-publish.

Why? Due to major control freakery… Just kidding, or not.

Since the contract that I’ve been offered wasn’t what I’ve expected in terms of handling and marketing, I’ve decided to engage with some very talented people that helped polish and publish Layers. I just hope I won’t live to regret this decision. *Awkwardly smiling*

What are you currently working on?

I’m working on Inner Core, Layers’ sequel which I intend to release in a few short months. Inner Core is about the next step of Hayley’s and Daniel’s relationship, when love is there but there’s so much more to grow into while facing setbacks and learning to accept each other no matter what the differences are. As in Layers, also Inner Core is entwined with fun and light scenes and while there is angst there’s always an iota of humor to make it bearable.

Are the names of the characters in your novels important?

I find the names to be extremely important, I believe that the name have a great weight in the overall creation of a character. Usually I choose a couple of names and imagine them in some scenes to test how it sounds in my head.

For example, Hayley, from my point of view could not be a better name for Layers’ protagonist. It’s a name that describes a confident, creative and original, person, just like Hayley is.

What is the biggest high of being a writer?

When someone is moved by your story, relates and falls in love with the characters. That’s absolutely priceless.

For your own reading, do you prefer ebooks or traditional paper/hard back books?

I used to be a hard back kind of gal but you know what they say: “once you go Kindle, you never go back”. Kindle, I already have two and have my eyes set on the new paper white. (hint, hint, hubby…)

What novel are you most looking forward to reading this year?

I’d have to say the new Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy book. Like many others of my generation, this was the book in our twenties, yeah, that’s how old I am… So having a peek to Bridget’s future is like some sort of a sweet closure treat.

Are there any occupational hazards to being a novelist?

I’m quite positive that there are many. Speaking for myself, I’d go with mild spacing symptom. In some cases it’s really hard to stay connected to the present; many times the lines between reality and imaginary get blurred.

What is your favorite film and why?

I’m debating between two of Tarantino’s films, Kill Bill and Inglorious Bastards. Why? Can someone really define Tarantino? In two words, twisted perfection.

Quickies:

1. What it your favorite gadget?

Ehem, define gadget… *winking* Okay, my beloved Kindle.

2. Do you smoke?

Define smoking… Just kidding, no I don’t.

3. When was the last time you got angry?

I’m a mother… I guess that answers the question.

4. When was the last time you laughed until you cried?

I try to do that as often as possible.

5. Was there a movie that you could not bear to see until its end?

Any private wedding movies, is there anything more boring than these? If you want to make someone suffer slowly and painfully, show them your wedding movie…

6. What character would you have liked to have played?

Beatrix Kiddo aka The Bride from Kill Bill.

7. "Sex and the City reruns", "Desperate Housewives" or "Gossip Girl"?

Sex and the City, in one word: Samantha.
 8. Who do you currently have a crush on? The guy at the car wash, he always throws in one of those little trees fresheners for free.
 9. What's the best moment of your day? The first coffee of the day, alone! 10. Which of your books is your best? Though I like them all, I do… I’d go with Inner Core.

One last thing before you go?

Thank you so much for having me here and I’ll take this opportunity to shout a big thank you to all those who read and reviewed – I’m grateful to you!

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Xpresso Blog Tours Cover Reveal: Layers by Sigal Ehrlich

Layers by Sigal Ehrlich
Publication date: October, 2013
Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance

Synopsis:

According to Hayley love is a subject of ridicule, a myth created by hopeless romantics.

When Hayley makes a resolution to declare her loose lifestyle era R.I.P, it’s all good in theory…

That is until she meets Daniel Stark, a well-respected, mid-thirties business man who is known for his short temper, lack of steady relationships as well as his strict preserve of his private life.

Opinionated, sharp tongued Hayley accidently steps into his office leaving Daniel resolved to put Hayley in her place and have her in his bed.

Both Hayley and Daniel can’t avoid the immediate instigation of the attraction between them.

In a unanimously agreed upon verdict by Hayley and her two best friends, Ian the gay self-absorb, aspiring model and Natasha the witty, borderline neurotic soul mate, Daniel Stark is to be Hayley’s pure physical attraction, emotions aside era closure.

Will it indeed be a closure, or a beginning to something neither Hayley nor Daniel ever bargained for…