Review of The Studio

Merits Anih · Post by **Merits Anih** » 12 Dec 2023, 06:33

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The Studio" by Richard Read (Jose Saco).]

5 out of 5 stars

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How do you give birth to a child or children and totally ignore them? Birth control methods are always there, so why not use them if you do not want children instead of bringing an innocent child into the world and only making their lives miserable?

Thirteen-year-old Emmanuelle has been practically ignored by her parents since she was born. They treated her with indifference, like she didn't exist. With time, she started using drugs and got addicted. The only problem was that she didn't have money to buy her drugs anymore. Like anyone with an addiction issue, she started looking for ways to make money to buy her drugs. After being involved sexually with her supplier, he wanted more, and his suggestion of gang sex was what Emmanuelle was not ready for. Hence, she decided to work for people in the child pornography industry. She would start with only taking pictures with her lingerie because she didn't want to do the more serious stuff. But will she stop at this?

On the other hand, Megan Morgan was in a dilemma. She was seeing two guys and didn't know how to truly determine which one she truly loved or how to open herself to love and be loved, just as she had done for Jack. With Jack, it was easy, but with these two, she didn't know what the determining factor should be. Coupled with the fact that she may be having PTSD due to her rape encounter a few months ago, she was truly in a dilemma. Being that she, Francesca, and Emmanuelle were supposed to do some magazine modeling work for Nadine Cortez over the summer, it was disappointing that Emmanuelle couldn't join them because she failed her tests and her parents couldn't approve her involvement. In a bid to help Emmanuelle enroll in summer classes, they suspected that she might be using drugs again and maybe modeling for the child pornography company. They want to be sure and help her if possible. Will they be able to get the clue they need to save her?

In The Studio by Jose Saco, which is volume 3 of Illicit Liaisons, I love the way the author gives some background information on any character or situation mentioned. This has refreshed my memory of what I have read in the previous volumes and will also help other readers who haven't read the previous volumes understand what is happening. Because of all the follow-up background information, The Studio can also be read as a standalone. But it does help to know how it all began. I also liked the illustrations, as they highlighted the main focus of the book.

I love the character of Megan because she's independent and makes her own choices. Take, for instance, her choice to be open to dating more than one person. Another trait I love about Megan is how she is able to reflect on the activities of her day every night. I learned to practice that a few years ago, and coupled with journaling, it helped me make better decisions concerning how I approach things. I also admire the two women on the soccer team. Their effort to welcome Jack and Megan back to the team, irrespective of their knowledge of the liaison, was impressive. Right from the first volume of Illicit Liaisons, I always felt that the characters in the book were human and real because of the well-thought-out plot, setting, and well-developed characters. This volume was perfect in those aspects.

The Studio contains themes of child pornography and chronicles Megan's effort to save Emmanuelle from those who are propagating child pornography. The book contains high sexual content, drug use, and abuse, which should be read by adults only. Based on this, I recommend this book to adult readers who like books with heavy sexual content. I also recommend it to parents, as it might help them learn how to emotionally and physically be there for their children. The book was professionally edited, and there was nothing I think needs improvement. Because I disliked nothing about the book, I am rating it 5 out of 5 stars.

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Jessica Uchechi Azuka · Post by **Jessica Uchechi Azuka** » 15 Dec 2023, 13:29

This book has a rather childish and unserious cover page for a book that treats such serious matters. I hope the teenagers gets out of what they are in. Nice review.

Post by **Conshelle Dwight William** » 15 Dec 2023, 19:38

Wow, those are some heavy situations. It's really tough when people, especially kids, are neglected or mistreated. It highlights the importance of love, care, and proper guidance in every child's life. As for Megan, it sounds like she's dealing with a lot too. It's crucial for her to take time to heal and understand her feelings. It's great that they want to help Emmanuelle. Everyone deserves a chance to change and improve their lives.

NetMassimo · Post by **NetMassimo** » 18 Dec 2023, 15:58

This novel digs into some really dark sides of humanity addressing some sensitive issues, sometimes brutally. Thank you for your great review!

Post by **Aaron Joseph Maupin** » 15 Jan 2024, 20:38

This review provides detailed insights into the themes and content of the book, "The Studio" by Jose Saco. It covers the plot, character development, and the author's approach. However, due to the sensitive topics covered, such as child pornography, high sexual content, and drug abuse, it's important to note that this book is intended for adult readers only. The review highlights that the book was professionally edited and gives a rating of 5 out of 5 stars, suggesting that it would be a valuable addition to the library of readers interested in books with heavy sexual content.

Donaking · Post by **Donaking** » 25 Jan 2024, 22:16

This review provides a detailed analysis of the novel "The Studio" by Jose Saco from the series Illicit Liaisons. The reviewer praises the author for providing background information for readers who haven't read the previous volumes. They also appreciate the well-developed characters, plot, and setting, making the characters feel human and real. However, it is mentioned that the book contains themes of child pornography and includes high sexual content, drug use, and abuse, recommending it only for adult readers who enjoy books with heavy sexual content. The reviewer concludes by rating the book 5 out of 5 stars and suggesting it may help parents understand how to be emotionally and physically present for their children. Overall, this review suggests that the book can be a compelling read for adults interested in the series' themes and well-crafted characters.

Ivan Kovic · Post by **Ivan Kovic** » 26 Jan 2024, 10:08

The disturbing premise around parents essentially abandoning their child emotionally raises complex moral questions around parental duties and the psychological impacts of neglect. Fiction spotlighting these issues may heighten awareness.

Victoria Ukamaka · Post by **Victoria Ukamaka** » 26 Jan 2024, 10:09

I appreciate warnings clearly outlining triggering content upfront rather than ambushing readers. Enabling people to make informed media choices based on their comfort level shows consideration.

Salome Ogani · Post by **Salome Ogani** » 26 Jan 2024, 10:14

The illustrations sound like they provide helpful visual context fleshing out the central themes. Supplemental visual elements can enrich understanding of core focal points.

Richard Thomasalw · Post by **Richard Thomasalw** » 26 Jan 2024, 16:07

I admire the reviewer highlighting specific character traits they appreciate, like Megan's independence and self-reflectiveness. Calling out positive qualities grounds praise more substantively than vague applause.

William Wrightmill · Post by **William Wrightmill** » 26 Jan 2024, 16:07

It's valuable knowing background ties into previous installments, allowing readers familiar with the full arc more insight into current events and characters. Providing that orientation assists comprehension.

Brian Adamss · Post by **Brian Adamss** » 26 Jan 2024, 16:07

The commentary around characters feeling believably realistic and human seems vital in fiction tackling intensely personal subjects like abuse and exploitation. Maintaining that authenticity strengthens engagement.

Azaz Raja · Post by **Azaz Raja** » 11 Feb 2024, 03:28

This review offers detailed insights into Jose Saco's book, "The Studio," covering its plot, character development, and the author's approach. Notably, the book deals with sensitive topics such as child pornography, high sexual content, and drug abuse, making it suitable for adult readers only. The review praises the book's professional editing and awards it a 5-star rating, recommending it to those interested in works with explicit content. It also acknowledges the disturbing premise regarding parental neglect, which raises complex moral questions and may raise awareness about psychological impacts.