Time seems to be flying! Tomorrow is the BIG DAY! Release Day for Book I, which means that the finale, the last video in the four-part video series, Video 4, is up on YouTube!
During Video 1, I explained how the story took root, how it evolved into a seven-part saga, and how it changed me as a writer. You were introduced to Scarlett & Brando during Video 2—my personal favorite. In Video 3, we took virtual vacation to all of the beautiful places found inside of the books—from Book 1 to Book 7. We burned a lot of miles.
Today, I introduce you to the Fausti Famiglia, a family that is as beautiful as they are ruthless. Check out Video 4 to meet this interesting family, and to hear Brando give you his perception of them—I read his words straight from the book.
If you missed a video, no worries! Click on the Video you’d like to see above and Internet magic will take you there.
I mentioned this in the videos, but if you pre-order now, you get exclusive pre-order extras! Such as, the first three chapters, gorgeous screen savers, and the Playlist I created to go along with the book. In the future, I’ll be adding deleted scenes, and scenes that I wrote for myself because I couldn’t get enough of Brando and Scarlett.
I’d also like to take a moment to thank everyone for taking this journey with me—for watching these videos, for sharing them, and for all of the support. It means so much to me!
I hope you fall in love with The Beautiful Years. I fell hard, and I can’t wait to share these beautiful characters and their beautiful stories with the world.
Love,
Annie
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Wondering why you should read The Beautiful Years? I complied a list—7 Reasons— for you to check out.
7 Reasons to read The Beautiful Years:
7. ‘Seven’ is Brando’s nickname in the book, because he’s luckier than most. I thought it was fitting to kick this list off with some Brando luck.
6. It’s Mafia Romance! Which means that it’s filled with ruthless, beautiful people, fast cars, and exotic locations.
5. It’s much more than ‘Mafia Romance.’ These books have so many wonderful secondary characters and enriching subplots. Though by book 3, you’re submersed in the world I mentioned above, love is still the central theme, and so is Scarlett and Brando’s relationship. It’s also told in dual POVs, so you get more than one rabbit hole, so to speak.
4. The big ‘O’…get your mind out of the gutter. 😉 There are plenty of those, but that magic can be found inside of the books. No, I’m talking about the slew of gorgeous (alpha) Italian men, all of their names ending in O. Later in the books, there’s a beautiful Russian assassin named Lev. And I can’t forget Mitch & Mick!
3. The ballet. I found that it created the perfect contrast to the hard situations in these books. Scarlett’s graceful demeanor definitely highlights Brando’s tough nature, but at the same time, shows just how gorgeous they are together.
2. Scarlett and Brando’s love story. Here’s what one reviewer said, “Scarlett and Brando have this connection that you can’t really place!” There’s a definite spark between them that’s felt off the page—I certainly felt it, and was compelled to keep writing. If I could include the fire emoji here, I would. That pretty much sums them up.
1. Two words. Brando Fausti. If you don’t believe me, listen to my good author friend, Lashell Collins, who has read Books 1 and 2. And I quote—He’s the perfect alpha! Christian Grey has nothing on him!
So…what are you waiting for? Pre-order today!
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Have you already preordered? Well, have I got some great news for you! Click the link below and fill out the form with your order number (from Amazon, iBooks, Nook or Kobo) and you’ll receive a link to read the first 3 chapters of The Beautiful Years Part I and some fun screensavers!
