Fashion Jungle is Rachel’s most epically written book yet and she co-wrote it with Kathy Ireland, so I knew some spectacular story telling was about to take place, and let me tell you calling this book astounding doesn’t even come close! This story explodes off the pages from the first few paragraphs and I knew I was in for a wild ride. My emotions were all over the map and I don’t know how many times I yelled, cried or cussed. The love and friendship between these girlfriends is magnetic and I am a firm believer everyone needs a Roger and Dane in their life for completely different reasons. The heartbreak and pain in this story almost crushes you and really makes you appreciate all the good in your own life.

Can we talk about the list? You need to read this book for the list alone. Love is such a powerful emotion, but so is hate and this story is laced with so much of both. The twist and turns are out of this world and when you think you can’t take anymore, your mind will be blown. Rachel and Kathy this story is exceptionally written and must be read by everyone! Fashion Jungle is in a league all its own and I would give it a million stars if I could.

Tracey, Life Reads With Friends Book Blog

Kathy Ireland teams up with Rachel Van Dyken to author 'Fashion Jungle,' a story about four friends forced to grow up too fast in the intensely adult world that is the fashion industry. Brittany, Zoe, and Everlee all have their own personal demons and secrets. And they all mourn the sudden suicide of their friend, Danica. However, things aren’t always what they seem.

'Fashion Jungle' presents us with a lot of characters and a lot of ideas. There are lots of narrative threads (pun intended) to follow, some of which work better than others. Even amidst all of the different storylines, the plot ended up being mostly predictable. Of the few big plot “twists,” most I saw coming a mile away, which was kind of disappointing.

One of the most compelling elements of the book is all of the behind the scenes looks at the modeling/fashion industry. I almost wish that Ireland would have written a memoir instead. I feel that a memoir would also better contextualize Ireland’s faith in a way that didn’t feel as abrupt as Brittany’s in the novel. But I admire the fact that Ireland and Van Dyken take a risk and present differing characterizations of model life, rather than indulging in archetypes. Though I still wanted each character to have more depth. I almost wish that each friend would have gotten her own novel, or, at the very least, their own fourth of the book.

Despite some of its narrative flaws, 'Fashion Jungle' provides a unique look into the fashion industry and has some interesting narrative elements.

**ARC generously provided by NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.**

This was a compelling look into the cut-throat world of fashion and modeling.

To begin with, I positively adored the fact that while this story was authored by two people, it never felt that way. I couldn't tell you from reading it which chapters (or characters) were written by whom and I like that. I liked that it flowed together into a cohesive story instead of feeling choppy.

On the flip side, having four different POVs throughout the novel sometimes made it hard to keep track of who had what going on at first, until you got into the flow of the story itself. I will admit that there were a couple of story-lines where the outcome was obvious, but even though I was right in how they played out, it was still impressive seeing the way the authors chose to get there.

In closing, this was one of those rare stories that just brought the reader in and kept them glued to the pages just to see what happens next. I would read more from these authors.

DISCLAIMER: I received a complimentary copy of this novel in exchange for my honest review. This has not affected my review in any way. All thoughts and opinions expressed in this review are 100% my own.

All I kept thinking was this book may have been fiction but it was based on true events, I kept thinking of the characters and wondering who they were in real life. Sometimes the elements in a book leave you emotionally exhausted, and kind of dumbfounded about where to begin wirh your thoughts. I'm at a point in my life where I realize that not all things are unicorn and roses so I choose to read happy things and lots of romance. This book did have a little bit of romance but a lot of suspense, and covers a couple seirous topics. These girls went throug hell and I kept asking when did all this take place? where was the #mettoo movement then? So with all that set aside about the book, to push through this heavy material I chose to focus on one character that I fell in love with and alrhough this book is based around the girls it was Dane and all the things he did that I fell in love with. This man...is what I can describe is basically an angel in devil's form he does what needs to be done. I just can't put into words how much I loved him, he knew his capabilities and he didn't lie to himself, “I’m not capable of the type of love you deserve…” Dane wrapped his arms around her. “But I can offer you the type of protection people would kill to have.” Overall this book may have triggers but through their power of friendship and love for each other they got through anything, so basically in life you really just need ride and die friends.