Facades

Have about two or three hours of your life to give away doing nothing but being lost in a good book? Then get ready to do exactly that minutes after you pick up this one! Facades, by newcomer Alex Marcoux, is one of the best new novels I have had the pleasure of reading in a long time! From the moment I picked up the book, I found myself simply fascinated with the characters Marcoux brought to life within the pages, transfixed with the skillfully woven storyline, and didn't put it down until several hours later!The core character, Sidney Marcum, personal manager extraordinaire, is a dynamo. Smart, driven, hot shot professional with a fiercely guarded past, Sidney exudes a sort of bitchiness attributed to strong, powerful women. However, anyone with a little bit of insight can see it is nothing but a "facade," created to ward off the most prying eyes. Yet Marcoux wisely doesn't give it to you all at once. She draws you into the web of Sidney's life, making you turn the pages, delving deeper into Sidney's psyche, her angst, the hidden secrets of her past. Marcoux skillfully segues past events of Sidney's life with present moments, much like Rita Mae Brown did so well with Six of One, another of this writer's favorites...

As an avid reader, one of the rarest treats is when you discover a first time novelist with fresh voice. A voice that instantly engages your interest and never lets you go. That is what I found in Alex Marcoux and her wonderful novel Facades. As a man, I have not read any "lesbian" novels. When a friend asked me to, with apprehension, I did. I must confess that once I started, I could not put it down. Filled with surprises, Alex Marcoux crafts a compelling story of the music industry with main characters so appealing, it's painstaking to see what masks they must hide behind to achieve professional success, at the cost of personal happiness. What makes Facades so absorbing is the brutal simplicity in which it is written. The author has a knack of painting a full, rich picture with a minimum of words. What a treat... and a sad and poignant glimpse into living a closeted lifestyle.

Marcoux has the style and finesse of Sidney Sheldon. Facades is a real page-turner and certain to leave a "print" on one's heart - dejavu! Read it and take an illuminating journey......

The story that Marcoux weaves in Facades is both captivating and intriguing. While highlighting the recording industry, the book is a clasic story of finding love while finding yourself. Well written, fast paced...a good read.

A must read for anyone who has allowed another to navigate their heart's journey. Marcoux will capture your attention as each chapter brings you closer to the light.