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Rock Star #1
Why Can't We Be
Lacey Stokes is the younger sister of Parker's best friend.
That means she's off-limits. Bro code and all that.
Something he failed to remember the night Lacey and Parker tumbled into bed together.
Now they're on their way to LA to start their own band, having made a pact that it was only one night and from now on, it's friends only.
Problem is, Parker wants more. And he's pretty sure Lacey does too.
One more night can't hurt, right?
This book contains hot rock stars, a guy who is in love with his best friend's sister, a band determined to climb the charts, and a small town hero who will melt your heart.
Rock Star series in reading
Before the Band
Why Can't We Be
A Way Out
Too Little Too Soon
All Keyed Up
That means she's off-limits. Bro code and all that.
Something he failed to remember the night Lacey and Parker tumbled into bed together.
Now they're on their way to LA to start their own band, having made a pact that it was only one night and from now on, it's friends only.
Problem is, Parker wants more. And he's pretty sure Lacey does too.
One more night can't hurt, right?
This book contains hot rock stars, a guy who is in love with his best friend's sister, a band determined to climb the charts, and a small town hero who will melt your heart.
Rock Star series in reading
Before the Band
Why Can't We Be
A Way Out
Too Little Too Soon
All Keyed Up
221 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 10, 2023
92 people are currently reading
195 people want to read
About the author
Tami Lund
114 books347 followersAuthor. Wine drinker. Award winner. Lover of romance.
As Tami Lund, I write contemporary - suspense, romcoms, rock stars - happily ever after guaranteed.
As TJ Bell, I write paranormal, fantasy, and sci fi. Shifters. Vampires. Aliens. Demigods. Monsters. Happily ever after eventually guaranteed.
As Tami Lund, I write contemporary - suspense, romcoms, rock stars - happily ever after guaranteed.
As TJ Bell, I write paranormal, fantasy, and sci fi. Shifters. Vampires. Aliens. Demigods. Monsters. Happily ever after eventually guaranteed.
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May 29, 2023
MMC/FMC- Parker and Lacey
POV- 3rd person
Genre- Rockstar Romance
Sub Genre- Contemporary Romance
Heat level- Vesuvius! The chemistry is off the charts and the erotic scenes are volcanic hot!
Series? Y
Cliffhanger? N
HEA/HFN? Y
Triggers- explicit erotic content
Tropes- Brother’s Best Friend/Best Friend’s Little Sister, Friends to Lovers, Forced Proximity, Forbidden Love
What I liked- I love this book. The MMC and FMC each had their own insecurities and the other supported them and they lifted each other up. The relationship started off with a bang in the book, but had been building for years. I really can see them going the distance. The process of creating the band was fun to read, and each of the band members would make for interesting characters in their own respective books. And the love scenes were hot and tender at the same time.
What I don’t like- the only thing I don’t like is that I can’t read this book for the first time again!
Verdict- Highly recommended. This book is pitch perfect.
POV- 3rd person
Genre- Rockstar Romance
Sub Genre- Contemporary Romance
Heat level- Vesuvius! The chemistry is off the charts and the erotic scenes are volcanic hot!
Series? Y
Cliffhanger? N
HEA/HFN? Y
Triggers- explicit erotic content
Tropes- Brother’s Best Friend/Best Friend’s Little Sister, Friends to Lovers, Forced Proximity, Forbidden Love
What I liked- I love this book. The MMC and FMC each had their own insecurities and the other supported them and they lifted each other up. The relationship started off with a bang in the book, but had been building for years. I really can see them going the distance. The process of creating the band was fun to read, and each of the band members would make for interesting characters in their own respective books. And the love scenes were hot and tender at the same time.
What I don’t like- the only thing I don’t like is that I can’t read this book for the first time again!
Verdict- Highly recommended. This book is pitch perfect.
July 15, 2023
“One-night stands were the only kind of non-relationship he’d ever had.”
After reading, and loving, the series prequel, Before the Band, I was really looking forward to getting started with Why Can’t We Be. Unlike most rockstar romances the band doesn’t even exist at the beginning of the book. Instead we see it slowly come together. It’s cool because we actually get to start two separate relationships develop at the same time, the band and Parker & Lacey’s love story. I really wanted them to figure things out as they were clearly soulmates. I actually got kind of annoyed at how the both acted so stupid sometimes. Ultimately everything worked out like it was supposed to and as a bonus, we got to catch up with Sam and Holly. I’m looking forward to the rest of the series, apparently Oz is next. I can’t wait for Travis to get his own book. He seriously deserves a love story that ends with HEA.
After reading, and loving, the series prequel, Before the Band, I was really looking forward to getting started with Why Can’t We Be. Unlike most rockstar romances the band doesn’t even exist at the beginning of the book. Instead we see it slowly come together. It’s cool because we actually get to start two separate relationships develop at the same time, the band and Parker & Lacey’s love story. I really wanted them to figure things out as they were clearly soulmates. I actually got kind of annoyed at how the both acted so stupid sometimes. Ultimately everything worked out like it was supposed to and as a bonus, we got to catch up with Sam and Holly. I’m looking forward to the rest of the series, apparently Oz is next. I can’t wait for Travis to get his own book. He seriously deserves a love story that ends with HEA.
June 23, 2023
Lacey’s had a crush on Parker since forever. He’s gorgeous and sexy. He’s also a very talented bassist and right now he’s in need of a lead singer. When he looks at Lacey and gets the big idea, she can sing. He knows she can sing because he’s attended all of her high school plays and she was even on Broadway, or close to Broadway. That night was perfect, she sang her heart out and afterwards she went home with her crush. These two are so cute together, like little kids in love. I really liked how they went to start a band and things just fell into place. I already love the rest of the band, especially Oz. I couldn’t put this book down, it grabs you and doesn’t let you go. When I wasn’t reading it, I was thinking about it. This story is hot, spicy and mostly it’s romantic. I’m giving this book five stars and highly recommend it, I’m pretty sure the rest of the series just as awesome.
August 29, 2023
wow
Wow, just wow! I truly enjoyed Lacey and Parker’s story. They were raised very differently, but Lacey’s parents gave Parker guidance from the time he became, Sam’s, best friend. They both had feelings for each other, even when they were very young, but finally just told each other. Their new band mates are getting in the way of their love. They figure out what’s the most important in their lives. I love the other characters in this series. Can’t wait to see more from them.
Wow, just wow! I truly enjoyed Lacey and Parker’s story. They were raised very differently, but Lacey’s parents gave Parker guidance from the time he became, Sam’s, best friend. They both had feelings for each other, even when they were very young, but finally just told each other. Their new band mates are getting in the way of their love. They figure out what’s the most important in their lives. I love the other characters in this series. Can’t wait to see more from them.
March 13, 2023
This was a good book. I enjoyed this book, The story was well written and held my attention the whole way through. The chemistry between Lacey and Parker is noticeable.. The commitment that they have for the band is wow! I liked seeing how their relationship develops and how it turns out.. I can’t wait to continue reading the series..
February 28, 2025
This is a good take on how rock bands are formed. This group did not start from someone’s garage, but the h’s brother mansion. Even though Parker and Lacey had feelings for each other, they didn’t act on it because Sam and Parker are best friends. Then they did and the rest is history. Their band is taking shape also. I just wish there’s more about their relationship.
July 23, 2024
Like this one
Missed the other band with Sam and Holly so wasn't expecting a different band. Its a good story and it went smoothly. I felt too much credit was given Travis to stop a band just for him. Sam's dad would have been a great help for them. Now for the next story.
Missed the other band with Sam and Holly so wasn't expecting a different band. Its a good story and it went smoothly. I felt too much credit was given Travis to stop a band just for him. Sam's dad would have been a great help for them. Now for the next story.
May 27, 2023
Great read
Love your story and how it ended. I love when two people support each other in their dreams. Hope to see this band take off.
Love your story and how it ended. I love when two people support each other in their dreams. Hope to see this band take off.
October 11, 2023
Amazing read . Loved it
January 21, 2024
A good read. The expected blow up when big brother of girl finds out his best friend is having sex with said little sister.
Predictable read, but still recommend.
Predictable read, but still recommend.
August 9, 2025
Immature characters that act like teenagers.
January 19, 2024
Book: Why Can't We Be (Rock Star #1)
Author: Tami Lund
My Rating: 5 Stars
Reviewed by: Tammy - Book Nook Nuts
REVIEW
Parker has been in Lacey's life a long time, he is her brother Sam's best friend.
But Lacey has had a secret crush on him since she was a young teenager.
When Parker asks Lacey to go to L.A. she is onboard after them having had an EXPLOSIVE night together... Now he wants to be only friends? hmmm not sure that is how it works lol
Now that these two are building a band, will it put their fire out?
hmmm well grab the book and find out.
I enjoyed these two, it happens in life, so it makes their story all the more real!
Author: Tami Lund
My Rating: 5 Stars
Reviewed by: Tammy - Book Nook Nuts
REVIEW
Parker has been in Lacey's life a long time, he is her brother Sam's best friend.
But Lacey has had a secret crush on him since she was a young teenager.
When Parker asks Lacey to go to L.A. she is onboard after them having had an EXPLOSIVE night together... Now he wants to be only friends? hmmm not sure that is how it works lol
Now that these two are building a band, will it put their fire out?
hmmm well grab the book and find out.
I enjoyed these two, it happens in life, so it makes their story all the more real!
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