Unapologetic: Tales of the Original Party Crasher

by Caroline Nadine Helsing

Overview

Unapologetic- Tales of the Original Party Crasher is the heartfelt story of a daughter processing the loss of her mother. While she examines and celebrates her mother's story through clues and memories left behind, she weaves an entertaining account of a complicated, enigmatic woman who was equal parts Holly Golightly, Auntie Mame, Mrs. Maisel, and dare we say, Moira Rose from Schitt's Creek. Throw into that mix a scorpion with stinging wit and, at times, a lost little girl... and you've got Unapologetic. This funny and poignant memoir-biography follows the author's mother through life from crashing parties and hobnobbing with celebrities in NYC, to the crashing waves of Hawaii, and back full circle to the city she loved. Including all of the characters she met in between and the lessons she taught her daughter along the way, the book is a portrait of a life lived truly and unapologetically. In telling it, Helsing explores the forces that shape all of our lives, from geography and chance to sacrifice and deep, compassionate, enduring love.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940185573693
Publisher:	2 Plumes Press Publishing
Publication date:	03/01/2021
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	2 MB

About the Author

Caroline Nadine Helsing is an alumna of The University of Hawaii. She currently lives in Newport Beach, California with her husband and their dog, Daisy. Unapologetic is her debut book.

Before delving into writing, Caroline began her varied career path as an international model and actress. Her work took her from Europe to Asia and all throughout the United States, where she appeared on countless covers and in over 60 commercials.

Before she turned 30, she founded an internationally renowned pet products manufacturing company. After selling the company in 2013, she parlayed what she learned in front of the camera to her work behind the lens.

Her photography credits are varied. Caroline was chosen by leading philanthropic organizations such as Doc in a Box 360 and Ayuda International to document through her photography, their medical missions, while traveling to remote areas of Mexico, Peru, as well as deep within the Amazon jungle.

She was chosen as the photographer for the Newport Beach Host Town Committee for the 2015 Special Olympics, working with athletes, press and city officials. Caroline has photographed Newport Beach business leaders and local political figures for the 2016 and 2017 campaign.

She’s also worked as a freelance writer for the Orange County Register and the Newport Beach Independent.

Caroline is an active member of the community and a former Rotarian with the Newport Beach Sunrise Rotary Club.

Through her endeavors, she’s received the Volunteer Leadership Award for 2016.

Other Honors include: 2012 Orange County Business Journal's Women in Business Nomination

2011 Orange County Business Journal's Excellence in Entrepreneurship Nomination

Editorial Reviews

"This book is a beautiful love letter from a daughter to her uniquely whimsical and glamorous mother. Caroline Helsing unwraps her mother's life like the expensive and precious gift it was, reminding us that life can be as joyful and as full of adventure as we make up our minds for it to be."

Film and Television Producer - Jane Fleming

"For those of us finding ourselves adulting pretty hard as our parents' age, you must read this book. Helsing's loving tribute made me laugh, cry and stand in awe. The parallels I found as I navigate my mother's dementia were healing. There are plenty of books out there. How-to's. Here's-how-you-prepare's. You're-gonna-get-through-it type of things. This book blows them all out of the water and is a source of healing for those of us with aging parents. I literally could not put it down."

Pediatric Neuro-Oncologist - Stephen Gilheeny

"This is the most heartwarming, uplifting and inspirational book I have ever read. I was enthralled by her free spirited, light-hearted, fun personality and quest to live life to the fullest! It was a book that celebrates the divine feminine – fashion, flashy jewelry, fancy hair, intelligence, confidence, grace, motherhood and beauty! This book had me laughing (a lot), crying and touched my heart deeply. Definitely A MUST READ!"

Co-Author of Hard-Working Native Man - Tanya Martinez

"A wildly entertaining and heartbreaking read. It's a beautiful and final gift from a loving daughter to her adored mother that spans the decades. It made me laugh with delight and cry at the wrenching sadness of death that will eventually visit us all. Caroline is a gifted author who makes every memory spark with life. She has found a way to navigate mourning with brilliant joy. I cannot recommend this book more highly."

Actress, Law & Order: SVU, NCIS - Diane Neal

"So vivid and beautifully written! This could be a movie! I can already hear the music in my head!"

Music Executive - H. Bercovici