No Ordinary Love

Ariel (When I Think of You) brings big emotions in this captivating celebrity romance. R&B superstar Ella Simone may have been plucked from obscurity by her narcissistic music-producer husband, Elliot Majors, but she’s finally had enough of his philandering and, despite the weight of his punitive prenup hanging over her head, she files for divorce. It’s a perfect time for her to meet L.A. Dodgers star pitcher Miles Westbrook, with whom she co-presents an award at the Grammys. Miles, who handles Ella’s last minute backstage wardrobe malfunction like a total gentleman, is immediately charmed by her—but Elliot, who encourages the tabloids to have a field day with the pair’s “partially nude” meet cute, uses their connection to sway public discourse around the divorce in his favor. Ella’s team fights back, pairing Ella and Miles to promote both Miles’s charity foundation and Ella’s latest music video. As Ella and Miles grow closer in public and private, her divorce proceedings turn increasingly nasty. Will Elliot’s machinations be enough to push this budding couple apart? Ariel’s fierce heroine inspires instant loyalty, and she crafts a worthy hero in Miles. The pair’s complicated connection is leavened with humor from the robust supporting cast. This peek into the perils and pleasures of fame is a winner. (Apr.)