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Fame is a double-edged sword, and nowhere is this more precarious than in the cutthroat world of television hosting. 


Molly Edwards and Emma Bears Jones are inseparable—two powerhouses of television, hosting rival shows on Shine Ch33 and BBS12. 

But years of friendship crumble in a single night, a scandal sparked by a reckless decision at an industry party that sends their lives spiralling out of control. In a haze of drugs and poor judgment, both women end up in bed with Richard—Emma’s lover. 

Molly wakes first, horrified to find herself naked between her best friend and Richard. Desperate to forget the whole thing, Emma tries to bury the incident, but Richard isn't willing to let it go. He’s drawn to Molly’s tender touch and wants more, igniting a chain of betrayal. 

When Emma uncovers their continued tryst, her fury explodes across social media, transforming a private mistake into a very public spectacle. 

Apologies from Molly go unanswered, and the vicious back-and-forth between the two goes viral, dragging their careers into the mud. Sponsors pull out, viewers abandon them, and both women are left without a show, their hard-won careers evaporating overnight. 

Crushed under the weight of scandal and failure, Molly flees to Mumbai, India, seeking solace and purpose, hoping to mend her shattered life. Here she had helped build an orphanage during an extended gap year, Tulip Treasures. 

But redemption is never easy, and a near-fatal accident threatens to take away what little she has left. 


As Molly fights to reclaim her life, the question remains: Can she and Emma ever reconcile, or will the wounds of betrayal be too deep to heal?

Disability Themes
Celebrity, Contemporary, Fiction, Social Media, Bitchfest, Celebrity Fight, Television, Celebrity Drama

About The Author

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Maria P Frino is an Australian author known for writing contemporary, fantasy and historical fiction. Her work often explores themes of family, resilience, and the impact of personal events on individual lives.


Maria’s style is characterised by rich storytelling, with a particular focus on human frailty and relationships allowing readers to be immersed in her character-driven stories. 


In addition to her books, Maria is active on social media and often engages with readers to discuss her works, her writing process, and the inspiration behind her stories. Maria is involved with Sydney Authors Inked, a group she founded with five other authors. It is a collective of authors based in Sydney, focused on creating a supportive community for local writers. This group provides a platform for authors across various genres to connect, collaborate, and share resources, with a particular emphasis on helping each other with writing, publishing, and promotion.


The collective often organises author events where members can showcase their work, gain insights into the writing and publishing industry, and build connections with other writers. 


Maria's books are available as print, eBook and two as audiobooks.

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