Salsa

While the weekly salsa group move across the dance floor, some of the dancers plan a great weekend of dancing in France. Florist Linda, receptionist Jade and yoga teacher Sarah have much to discover about each other and Sarah's positive philosophy on life appears to be rubbing off on them, as the women begin to bond. But can Sarah hold herself together in the presence of the handsome Cameron or will she re-discover the passion that she suppressed years ago? Andre enchants Linda and Jade with a tour of his local vineyard. Will Linda stay faithful to her husband, or is the magic of France too hard to resist? Cameron gives very little away but attempts to change his lifestyle to impress Sarah. Can he break free from his habits of the past or will he have to learn a new style of dance because his friends have left him? While George seems to be learning quickly as he finally ditches his shirt and ties in favour of a tee shirt!SALSA - a novel by Jennifer LynchWho could resist that title? The characters drew me in right away. A fascinating inside view of the internal conflicts, insecurities and compulsions. The steamy bits are all the better for the realism - hot and urgent while driven by deeper desires which may remain unmet. The contrast between the female and male perspective is well drawn. Each character justifies their impulsive actions to themselves, and this adds a knowing complicity between author and reader. A gripping story with 'behind the scenes' insights about the Salsa scene: I couldn't stop myself from compulsively reading on! Stefan Freedman - Author and Salsa teacher