Far From the A-List - a former child star has a rough time transitioning to adulthood.

Michaela Turner, once beloved as a child star for her role as Daisy Breyer on Breyer's Town, a sitcom still airing in reruns. She's now 27-years-old but to the public, she's still Daisy. Her acting career ended with the show, and instead of pursuing a new path, she has become a party girl, making a living off her celebrity status by appearing at the trendiest clubs. Her only true friend is Josh, who is struggling to shed this image as the popular lead in a former boy band. Ex-boyfriend Deacon, a former member of a band who has started a solo career, comes back into Michaela's life. He misses his former muse, but he is also engaged. When Michaela meets a nice man in a bookstore, she questions if she can ever lead a normal life. The sudden return of her estranged mother Caroline adds further chaos for Michaela.

In an impressive debut, author Stephanie Burns's Far From the A-List looks at our celebrity culture. Growing up in front of millions of people can be challenging, especially with a self-absorbed mother. Despite making many errors in judgement in her adult life, Michaela is a character to root for as she tries to figure out who she is and how to live her best life. It's an entertaining coming-of-age story with heart and humor. 

Many thanks to MIRA | Harlequin Trade Publishing for the advance.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars.

Contemporary Fiction.

Publication Date: December 9, 2025.

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