February 2007
Friends: A Love Story
by: Angela Bassett and Courtney B. Vance

Synopsis
In February we celebrate our rich heritage and romance of love. So, I thought, why not find a book that captures both the spirit of history and love. In Friends: A Love Story, we get a glimpse of one of Hollywood’s most beloved couples story on how they feel in love, got marriage, and found the balance to make a Hollywood marriage work. Oh, and last year, they brought twins into the world and took time of from their television and movie careers to nurture and bond with their newborns. You will also love the four page color photo insert of Angela and Courtney's friendship turned love affair.

In Hollywood, long-lasting love is a rare gem. Usually it’s only on the big screen that stars end up happily ever after. But there are exceptions—and married actors Angela Bassett and Courtney B. Vance are proof positive that with hard work compromise and an unwavering faith in God, you can live the fairytale.

Angela Bassett grew up an honors student, forever overachieving in a world of underprivileged. But romance was one area she never quite excelled at. Courtney Vance was a Harvard and Yale grad, but his personal demons somehow always crept into his relationships, squashing out any chance of romantic success. For years, the two actors ran in the same circles. Eventually they became friends and toyed with taking it to the next level. Then they shared a painfully abysmal first date... But finally, they clicked.

In this heartfelt memoir of their journey to find each other—and true love—Bassett and Vance each share their pains and pitfalls in the search for love, and the glorious moment when their longstanding friendship blossomed into a passionate romance—and grew into what has become a solid marriage.

Happy Reading!!!