Come and Get It While The Darlings of Orange County is Here
One doesn't have to read The Darlings of Orange County during the summertime, but it's certainly the best time to do so! Author Jennifer Susannah Devore, best-known for her Savannah of Williamsburg historical-fiction series, waded deep into the skanky end of the pool for this bikini-and-martini novel. She tried something different, stretching far out of her comfort zone.
Drawing on inspiration from, among myriad, other sources, Arrested Development, 30 Rock and Sophie Kinsella's Shopaholic series, Jennifer S. Devore has crafted a seedy, surfy, silliy, sandy and sexy Orange County: a gauche glimpse into the O.C.'s (Don't call it that.) nipped, tucked and royally %ucked underbelly. If you think Bravo's The Real Housewives of Orange County is a tacky, cautionary tale, take note. The Darlings of Orange County is your best How Not to Succeed in Entertainment guide. Perfect for reading poolside with a frosty Tequila Sunrise, or on the beach with a classy, cranberry can of Sofia by Coppola Blanc De Blancs wine.
Jack and Sally: An Irregular Ode to Disney's Halloween Time
Jack and Sally are hosting a gracious Open House,
Though to this Mansion originally born, is actually a Mouse.
Lock, Shock and Barrel have taken decorative liberties within,
Whilst Zero alights in the delights of so many fresh bones.
A rush and push! Oh, where have they been?
Hallowe'en Town's Mayor endeavours to keep the peace.
Yet, alas, Oogie Boogie has evil designs on our cherished Sandy Claws.
Good grief, they're both just so damned obese!
It seems the presents shall remain wrapped, perchance 'tis best that way.
For, Jack has finally found himself and that's really all there is to say.
Learn more about Halloween Time at The Spookiest Place on Earth!
All photos by Loren Javier