The Cha Cha Babes Dance with the Devil

5 Star Review

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Editorial Book Review:

By SM Harrison

There’s something deeply compelling about a story that balances entertainment with unflinching social awareness, and this book pulled that off in a way that genuinely surprised me. From the very first pages, I found myself immersed in a world that was vibrant, funny, and richly drawn, only to have the emotional stakes deepen with a turn I didn’t quite expect. There was just the right amount of suspense and sisterhood in this book to keep me turning the pages in anticipation of what would happen.

What I liked most about it was how it dealt with a serious real-life problem in a timely and sensitive way. Writing about human trafficking isn't easy, but the author did it from the point of view of empowering people. We don't see the main characters as victims; instead, we see them gain strength and smarts, growing more ready to fight for justice, even if it means risking their lives. Every choice they make comes from the heart, and their flaws are what make them so real. It's hard to find writing that is both sharp and warm at the same time. This piece has funny parts without losing its emotional depth.

Another thing that stands out is the pace. It moves quickly, but not at the cost of pausing to think. Some scenes stay with you not because they're shocking, but because they make you think about what it means to stand up for yourself, face your past, or grow past what you think you can do. Every character, even the supporting characters, was fully developed. This made the plot more interesting and gave the story a sense of community instead of just conflict.

The Cha Cha Babes Dance with the Devil offers something more than just thrills. With sharp writing, clever dialogue, and characters you really care about, it's a call to pay attention. When I turned the last page, I was moved by the story, the friendships, and the message that you can take back your power and make a difference at any time. This book does more than just entertain; it also educates and makes you feel better after reading it.

About the Author

Frances Metzman

Frances Metzman, author, writes fiction because it affords her the ability to find closure for various events and relationships whereas in real life they always proved elusive. A sculptor years ago, she’s traded creating images with clay to images with words.

She’s had a short story collection published, February 1, 2012, THE HUNGRY HEART STORIES, (Wilderness House Press) Before that she co-authored and published a novel, UGLY COOKIES (Pella Press, 2000). Publishing 24 short stories in college and university journals, she, also, speaks on panels of various writing conferences (such as; Philadelphia Stories and Marymount Manhattan College). She has given numerous workshops at various universities such as Temple University, Bryn Mawr College, Penn State, Widener and many others. Also, she presently teaches creative writing/memoir workshops at Temple University’s adult program, OLLI. At Rosemont College, she taught publishing/writing skills to grad students. As fiction editor for a literary journal, Schuylkill Valley Journal, she selects and edits the submissions. Many of her articles, essays, and stories deal with all aspects of society that influences relationships for all ages.