Feeling the Rhythm

Conquest #7

by S.J. Frost

Brad Delfini once had the world in his hands, but misfortune and bad decisions showed him just how quickly the spotlight can go dark. For years, he was struggling to get by, when a fateful phone call brought him to famed rock band, Conquest. Since becoming their drummer, he’s hit the top of fame again and he has all he could ever want. Except for one thing. As Conquest’s world tour draws to the close, that missed chance leaves him filled with regrets.

Remmy Laurent has been a roadie since he graduated high school, but years of being on the move have worn him down. He decides it’s time to quit and bring some stability into his life. He just wanted to finish out this one last tour with his favorite band; Conquest. It hasn’t been an easy tour, for many reasons, but most of all because no matter how hard he tried to deny it, he lost his heart to a man who he thinks barely knows he exists.

When the last concert is played, Brad and Remmy both believe they’ll never see each other again, but a little friendly intervention brings them together once more. As they begin to know each other in a whole new way, Brad must somehow make peace with his past if he and Remmy are going to have a future.

Genres: M M Romance, Musicians, Contemporary, Music, Romance, Erotica, Friends To Lovers

256 pages, ebook

First published November 22, 2012

About the author

S.J. Frost resides in Ohio with her family, pets, and horses. Her short stories have been featured in several erotic and romance anthologies, and her novels are published through MLR Press. Rock stars, vampires, fantasy heroes, and more, she enjoys dabbling in many different sub-genres in gay romance, but no matter what she writes, love and passion are the driving forces in every story.

Reviews

[Tina · Rating 4 out of 5]

The 7th installment of the Conquest series is FINALLY Brad's story (was about time)!!! :)



As Conquest’s world tour draws to the close, a missed chance leaves the sexy drummer Brad Delfini filled with regrets. He feels attracted to Remmy Laurent, the head roadie of his band but doesn't have the guts to confess his feelings.

Years of being on the move have Remmy worn down. He decides it’s time to quit and bring some stability into his life. He just wanted to finish out this one last tour with Conquest. It hasn’t been an easy tour because no matter how hard he tried to deny it, he has lost his heart to a man who he thinks barely knows he exists...

Brad has a lot of issues he has to work through and Remmy is the perfect boyfriend. He is so sweet and understanding. Loved reading their story!

I did enjoy the interaction with the other couples from the series - including the guys from Lions Rampant. Tanner! *squeeeee* Watching Jess and Evan doing their magic and helping everyone see and accept themselves for who they are was once again perfect!

Feeling the Rhythm was an entertaining read On the one side because of the emotional and funny story, and on the other side because of the good writing style. It feels like the guys come alive and really are making music. :)

Now we need to see Tanner Hartell of Lion's Rampant fall hard for the guy of his dreams. *hint, hint* *nudge, nudge* :) Can't wait to read the next book!

[Susan65 · Rating 5 out of 5]

I knew Brad and Remmy's story would be awesome...and it was. Brad and Remmy are so much alike, both really good, kind, gentle souls and loving men...and so perfect for each other. It was good to finally get a look at Brad's past and find out why he suppressed who he is, and to see that his reasons were legit, and that the guys backed him up. Remmy has been a favorite of mine since the beginning. I was so glad that Brad didn't hurt him...too badly. :-)

There was really not a lot of angst or miscommunication, thankfully and I was thrilled, and a little shocked, when Brad came right out and told Remmy and the guys what was happening. I did, however, feel horrible for Jacob. But I completely related to Brad and Jacob having their talk...it was needed and I don't foresee Jacob causing them any problems in the future. How can you not forgive the guy when he truly did, and still does care for Brad.

I love this series and love these guys, and I hope the series never ends...but I think we are running out of players....except maybe Tanner???

[Betryal · Rating 5 out of 5]

Is it just me that can't get enough of this series? I like reading about rock stars in general and this book def falls into that catagory. When the guys all get together your whole body just perks up and you can't turn the pages fast enough with wanting to know what's going to happen next or basically where the road is going to take them. But I WILL say that there's one certain character that gets my goat and man I'd like to see him get a tad taste of his own medicine :snorts: If you've read or reading it you'll know which dude I'm talking about. Hmmm he needs a story of his own. Hint. Hint. :nudging SJ:

Two thumbs up!

[Cole Riann · Rating 3 out of 5]

Review posted at The Armchair Reader.

I've been waiting for Brad's book in the Conquest series for a long time now. I even talked to SJ Frost about it, asking please would she write Brad's story too? And while I really like Brad and Remmy is cute, something about this book just didn't click for me…

Brad Delphini, the drummer for the band Conquest, is straight… or so everyone thinks. The reality is that a combination of his family beliefs, a broken heart in the worst way possible and some bad decisions that plague him with guilt made him turn his back on his true feelings. When he was forced to declare his feelings to Evan before he ever started playing with Conquest, he started the lie that has carried through all his years as their drummer, and kept his whole real family -- the band -- from ever knowing the real Brad.

Those decisions weigh heavily on him, but never more than when he finally allows himself to get to know Remmy, Conquest's Stage Manager. But Brad doesn't find it easy to shed the past, which makes for a rocky start to their relationship. And when Brad finally starts to straighten out his feelings, the past comes slamming back into his life, only to cause more confusion.

I really like Brad, and Remmy is adorable, but… I think this story was a little underwhelming for me. Though I didn't ever get to the point where I wanted to put this down and not pick it back up, the first 2/3 of the story seemed pretty ho-hum to me. There wasn't very much plot other than a rather vanilla relationship progression. It isn't that romance itself doesn't excite me anymore, but the story was so insular for so long, it would have been nice to have the love talk and sex that took up the middle 50% broken up by more of the outside world. When that finally did happen, I was glad, but found that most of the book was over.

I think it must be very difficult to keep a series like this afloat. Partly, I think this was the problem for me. Even though I haven't ever read this series over back to back and didn't refresh myself with prior books before this one, I still remember them all quite well, especially the first three which directly relate to the other members of this band. This is probably the least angsty book of the series. I usually don't like angst, but I think I would have preferred a bit more of it to breathe a little more life into the story.

So I think that the fact that I enjoyed the story as much as I did, even though I'm rating it right in the middle, directly relates to the fact that I love the characters in this series and always will. As far as this book goes, standing on it's own, I found it one of my least favorite and somewhat disappointing.

Fans of the Conquest boys will definitely want to read this one, but hopefully they'll find it more satisfying than I did.

[Arch Bala · Rating 5 out of 5]

Finally, the lone single guy from Conquest is revealing his own story and his journey to love isn’t easier than the rest of his band mates. Conquest laidback drummer Brad Delfini has had bad decisions in the past that he’d rather forget and keep buried. He was struggling and a call from Evan Arden brought him back to the spotlight with the famed rock band, Conquest. Since then, he’s got everything he’s ever wanted but he’s still yearning for that one thing.

Remmy Laurent has been on the road with different bands for years since he graduated high school. Now at the end of Conquest’s world tour, he finally decided to call it quits and bring some normalcy back into his life. Working with Conquest hasn’t been that easy especially working close by Brad Delfini – no matter how much he’s in love with the guy, he knows that it’s futile because Brad doesn’t even know his existence.

When Jesse – surprised! – did a friendly intervention to get them together, both finally gave in to what they’ve been feeling but Brad still need to make peace with his past before building a clean slate future with Remmy.

My heart just totally bled for Brad when he was telling Remmy about his past. That was just heartbreaking for the young Brad and totally devastating. I’m so glad that he was able to bounce back from his first love and first heartache.
Brad has always been an interesting character since his arrival in the second book. He was slick and very chill. I was almost sure that he’s straight and was glad to find out that there’s something more about him than meets the eye.

Remmy on the other was pretty much likable in every sense of the word. I mean this guy is ridiculously nice and pretty much a saint through and through. I’m glad that after the fiasco back in the third book, he finally got his own love story and had Brad as his man. It was so ridiculously sweet to finally see him getting what he’s been wishing for (remember his conversation with Robbie?).

Now ending this book, I really have to say that this has been a solid journey for the author. I was tickled to the bones when I found out that we will have Shunichi and Brandon’s story next in line and I’m hoping that we’d get one for Tanner too!!! ^_^

Brad and Remmy’s story like the rest of the series has so far exceeded my expectation. These guys are all wonderful and I’m glad that their story keeps on evolving. Any fans of the series would definitely get a kick enjoying this installment immensely.

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

[Shelby · Rating 4 out of 5]

While this isn't the final book in the series it does wrap up our main storylines. All the boys are settled now and I am happy to see them all in their happily ever afters. Brad just had to go and be difficult and hold out on reaching for what he wants. Luckily for him Remmy is incredibly patient and forgiving.

This has always been one of those series that I've enjoyed but doesn't quite reach into my favorites list. This story fit perfectly in that world. I enjoyed Brad and Remmy figuring things out. They're very cute together, but in reality there's not much tension once Brad decides to go for it. The rest of the plot feels contrived to provide second half tension. Sure it let everyone step up and for Brad to get closure but it was only plausible by the skin of its' teeth.

Overall I still smiled while reading this and I forgive it its' faults as I have really gotten to love all of these characters over the years it's taken me to read this series.

[Gabriella · Rating 5 out of 5]

When I first started reading the Conquest series I really didn’t know what to expect, other than it being gay erotic romance set in the music industry.
That and the blurb of Conquest – the first book – was all I knew. What I discovered quite early on, when I was reading Conquest, is that S.J. Frost is a very talented writer.
It’s very rare, that I find a book and in this case a complete series, that I instantly fall in love with. What makes this series so exceptional are the amazing characters and Ms Frosts compelling writing.

Back in July I even wrote an email telling Ms Frost my thoughts on the Conquest series. This is part of what I wrote:
Once I started reading Conquest, I couldn’t stop – I stayed up till 3 in the morning to finish the book. The same day (after some much needed sleep) I started reading No Fear.
Half way through the book, I was extremely happy to be on vacation, because all my thoughts there monopolized by Conquest, especially Jesse and Evan.
My social life came to halt, but it didn’t matter, because I’d started reading Keys to Love.
I’ve always loved music and when I read the lyrics in your books, I could almost hear Jesse and Evan singing and Julian, Kenny and Brad playing. I was laughing with them, happy with them, excited with them, crying with them and I fell in love with them.

Well, when I finished reading Feeling the Rhythm, my first thought was ‘OH MY GOD!’ and my second was ‘She did it again!’.

I was happy like a 3 year old on Christmas Eve, when I saw the news that Feeling the Rhythm would be released earlier.
So I waited impatiently – patience is actually quite overrated – for the book to be available on Amazon.de.

I bought the book yesterday morning and immediately started reading. I didn’t eat breakfast or lunch. I even forgot afternoon coffee. After the second distracting phone call, I turned the phone off. I was practically inhaling the book.

I was sad, when I read about Brad’s past. The pain, the betrayal and the self-denial. It was so heart-wrenching to see Brad struggle with who he was and who he wanted to be. To see his fear of not being accepted and losing his friends and family.

Then there was Remmy. Shy and lovable, yet assertive and supportive. He was just perfect for Brad. I loved the way, the two of them there in sync and found their rhythm.

So again, I was excited with them, happy with them, laughing with them, falling in love with them and crying with them. Even more so, because of Jesse and Evan. Because of their “friendly intervention”, their understanding and their support – even if it meant to get violent, in order to help Brad.

Feeling the Rhythm is a great book and I highly recommend reading it. Not just because of the emotional and funny story, but because of Ms Frost's writing. A writing that feels like the guys come alive and really are singing and making music. Like they are real and you could see them passing on the street or go to one of their concerts.

Thank you Ms Frost, for this early Christmas present. I loved spending time with the guys from Conquest, Black Heart Down and Lions Rampant (though I still don’t like Tanner - much).

[Caroline Brand · Rating 5 out of 5]

REVIEWED FOR PRISM BOOK ALLIANCE

4.5 Stars

Finally Brad’s story! The often secretive and sexy drummer from Conquest who has never been quite honest with his bandmates about who he really is. When Remmy Laurent who is currently in charge of the backstage on Conquest’s tour catches Brad’s eye maybe all that is about to change especially when Jesse starts to interfere in his own understated way.

Brad is a man with a difficult past that made him the man he is today. When he first played for Evan Arden all those years ago Evan had no idea that he practically saved the man’s life. He had been lied to and misled and when he found out it took away everything he believed. After a night that would haunt him for years to come he decides to live as his family want and goes back to dating girls.

Remmy has been on the road with bands since his late teens and he is becoming tired. He wants stability and he wants to spend some time living in the same place for more than a few days at a time. When he looks at the men in the band he is travelling with and sees the love they have for their partners he also wants that for himself but it appears to elude him. He has one night stands or short affairs with the wrong people. He always seems to crush on the wrong person – first Jules who had already found Morgan and then Brad who was only interested in women.

As Conquest plays its last concert of the tour Remmy takes the chance to approach Brad and is surprised by his reaction. After agreeing to go for a beer at the end of the night Remmy is left heartbroken when Brad seems to forget and leaves the arena without him.

With Jesse meddling as always Brad and Remmy get together after the tour but Brad has more luggage than he feels able to cope with. He has underestimated Remmy who he thinks of as shy and quiet. Remmy has a backbone of steel, he is compassionate and understanding and is willing to help Brad and stand by the man in any way he needs.

Great addition to the series as we watch Brad rid himself of the ghosts from his past and Remmy come out of his shell to show how strong he is and how perfect he is for Conquest’s drummer. Great to see all the other guys too as they prove what a strong and close group they have become once again.

[Lily · Rating 3 out of 5]

I generally like the Conquest universe and am sorry to say this book did not engage me like its previous instalments. It might have been the very very slow start and Brad's hurtful action - at least in my opinion - Remmy has just given him a thoughtful gift and Brad invites him 'out for a beer' after the concert, only to leave by himself without telling Remmy anything; very inconsiderate to put it mildly... And since it was Remmy's last show as a manager, Brad would have been perfectly content to leave things that way and continue with the rather tiring 'woe is me' attitude.

Still, Jesse intervenes and sets the two up for a meeting. I'm telling myself now Brad's going to at least apologise for leaving that night and maybe offer some sort of social lie in terms of explanation - but no such thing happened and everything moved on. I am not sure how other people feel about this, but I intensely disliked Brad right then - rock star or not, acting like a jerk towards someone you've known and worked with for a while is not acceptable behaviour, especially since Remmy is such a sweet and forgiving guy. And I shall end my rant here...

After that, I had to push myself to continue reading. The story eventually became a bit more engaging, hence the three stars and not a lower rating. Brad did redeem himself somewhat, the climax of the plot was interesting along with the happy ending.

[Awilk -never sleeps- · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have been looking forward to Brads book since he was first introduced. The question of his sexuality has been mentioned throughout the series, and I was looking for answers. Now they have been answered, and although I was a little disappointed in them, this book was still an enjoyable read to me. Remy was such a sweet and caring character, to see him get his happy ever after made this worth my time reading.

I have adored Jesse and Evan from the get go, and they are always a highlight for me when reading this series, and this book made me smile when we saw them together. Still so in love and strong together is really heartwarming.

I did jump a book to get to this one, and I will go back and read the missing book but I didn't miss anything in this storyline by not having read the previous book.

I enjoy catching up with all the other couples, and although these book are a little like fairytales to me, with how everyone is so perfect and supporting of each other, I still enjoy them very much, and know that when I need an uplifting, easy read, I will turn to this series for a re-read.

[Mika · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG Brad and Remmy! Love love love them. I think they may be my favorite couple. I love how they interact with each other. Brad is not perfect but he is loveable and Remmy is adorable and sexy. *sigh* I could have kept reading more.

[Aղցela W. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Spoiler Ahead This was book 7 in the "Conquest Series" and it was a pretty good book. Brad Delfini is the drummer for Conquest he replaced Trish who was deeply in lust with Jesse Brad also has a history with Evan he played drums on one of his albums and the tour and they almost hooked up until Brad got scared and left. Remmy Laurent has been a roadie since he graduated high school he is shy and get tongue tied when he tries to talk to Brad. Remmy had a crush on Morgan who is Julian's boyfriend. During the tour Brad has played it straight Brad was hurt in the past and he knows that if he came out his family would disown him. Remmy knows what he wants and who he wants and although Brad keeps pushing him away he is willing to be patient with him. Brad reminds me of Kyler of BHD book 4 in this series because he also had a hard time coming out due to his family and what they thought. As Brad and Remmy get to know each other things that happened to Brad begin to come out like being gang raped and how his first boyfriend who he lived with had a wife and kids. Also someone from his past who knew about the gang rape and him living with a married tried to blackmail him and I loved how the guys in the band was there for both Remmy and Brad and that they didn't think anything less of Brad. This book was well written like the other books in this series. I am looking forward to reading the next book in this series. If you like reading M/M with a rock star twist than I would recommend that you read this series.

[Roni Guzman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ohhhhhhh....S.J. Frost is the best. I love this series so much. The main character I think everybody loves is Jesse. Even with a small part in each of the books after his story he still manages to steal everybody's thunder. He's so cocky, arrogant, but so loveable at the same time. lol Now back to this book.....REMMY is the kindest person there is and his love for Brad is so strong that it made my heart hurt. He was patient with Brad and not once did he judge him. Now Brad I did love him too and felt bad for all that he had been through but I think S.J. Frost wrote in a character made especially for Brad. sigh....I still can't get over him because there is a shortage of nice guys....There is a part when the paparazzi were following them and Remmy was upset with him. Instead of throwing Brad to the wolves he made the paparazzi think they were just out on a date and having a good time. However, they were in the middle of an argument because Remmy was hurt my a misunderstanding between Brad and this guy named Tanner. Remmy loved Brad so much that he put his hurt feelings aside to protect Brad and to make the scene between them look like they had a really good date and were in love. I don't know about you but sometimes my temper gets the best of me and I may have pushed my husband off the sidewalk or cussed him out. Sorry some people handle it different ways and the way Remmy handled it was one out of love and didn't let his anger take control of him.

[Stacey Jo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing! Loved how everyone from all of the previous books gets a showing here too. And I knew something was happening between Brad and Remmy a couple of books ago so I'm so glad we finally got their story! This one has quite a bit of angst, which of course, I love. Brad has a lot of issues he has to work through and Remmy is the perfect boyfriend in that he is so sweet and understanding. This story holds true to the rest in the series in that it makes references back to previous books and is just as heart warming as the others. Loved the reference back to when Remmy walked in on Tanner flirting with Brad when he first met him when Lion's Rampant first toured with Conquest (Heartstrings). And Brad and Remmy are smoking hot together!

Ok, so now we need to see Tanner Hartell, of Lion's Rampant, fall hard for the guy of his dreams. That will make for a great story since he is such a player. And I just don't want to see this series end.

[Bea · Rating 4 out of 5]

You know what? I wish these guys were for real and that they would be my friends. Frost does an excellent job of creating a great big supportive family. And make no mistake these men love each other more than blood relatives.

What I liked about the book is how there were times where the author could have gone with tropy "leaving you for your own good", but she elegantly avoided that trap.

The only problem I had were the overabundance of meaningless sex scenes. Maybe I am spoiled with Evan and Jesse's chemistry, but the sex scenes didn't do anything for me. I ended up just skipping a few at the end.


If you liked the other books, then you will like this one. I will say that the author does an excellent job of not getting In a rut with musician story lines.

P.S. I really did not like the cover picture.

[Deeze · Rating 3 out of 5]

Funny how a series I started off loving ended up being a bit hard to take.

Maybe it was just my mood but this one seemed to annoy me quite a bit. It was very sappy and over the top mushy. Remmy went from a guy I really liked to a bit of a whinger. Brad I was never gonna be a full fan of but that's because I'm not a fan of GFY and despite Brads story I still felt that's what this was.
There was also very little rockstar in this one. Just one song at the end. The rest was kinda dragged out with lots of sex padding, and while I knew going in these were sex focused I still felt disappointed with the lack of story. It also seemed a little repetitive at times.

Overall I think I'm done with this series, although I'd read Tanners story if I get the chance.

[sky · Rating 2 out of 5]

The book is good. But the world seems too good to be true. No offense. I mean, i seriously love jesse and evan, they are cute. But im tired heard people around them are like, "omg jesse and evan are so cute, they love each other and i want somehing like them, so strong and bla bla bla." Okay, i get it, i seriously get it. Its feel like they are gods or something that help people around them get their happines and true love. The relationship between Brad and Remmy feels too fast too, i feel a bit dissapoitment since im really looking forward to read Brad's story back then.

[Nic · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked this book mainly because it was the romance of Brad and Remmy. These characters were introduced earlier in the series and I have been waiting for them to have their HEA! This book, like the others, had a real feel-good vibe - a wonderful group of friends supporting each other through tough times.

[Lisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is Brad's story. After pretending to be straight he gets up the nerve to ask Remmy out for a beer after the final performance of Conquest's world tour. Only he loses his nerve and makes an exit forgetting Remmy.
The path to true love wasn't easy for these two and it takes some meddling on Jesse's part to get them together.
A nice story with lots of Evan and Jesse moments thrown in.

[Shannon · Rating 4 out of 5]

We've been waiting for Brad's story!! Super sweet read but missing the angst that I love so much. These two just kind of strolled along easily overcoming any obstacles. I did get a little misty when Brad was talking to his ex but not when the story just involved Remmy. Still loved it!!

[Andri · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'm still not sure how I feel about this book.
At the end I almost wanted Brad to end up with Jacob.

[AliciaJ · Rating 5 out of 5]

This series is one of the best.

[ReviewerLarissa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gah This book was sooooo what I needed! I love this series!

[Karen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Meh.

[Julesmarie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Reading these Conquest books is the most fascinating experience. The atmosphere of these is just so different, it takes me a while to sink back into in each new book. Ms. Frost has created this delightful fairy-tale-like world where people are inherently good (except for the bad guys, but they always get what they deserve in the end), where patience and trust are rewarded, where love is always requited, friends can become your family, and rockstars are guys who can frequently be found sitting around talking about their feelings. And once I readjust to it, this world is one of my favorites to visit.

I'd been looking forward to Brad and Remmy's story for a while, and I definitely enjoyed seeing them finally get their HEA.

Even more than that, though, I loved getting to see Jesse and Evan and the Conquest, Black Heart Down and Lion's Rampant gangs again! I especially loved how supportive everyone was, both of Brad and Remmy's relationship, and just of Brad himself as he shared his history with them.

Another delightful addition to a delightful series.

[Sadonna · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 stars. I liked this story because I love Remy and Brad. Some things felt a bit unfinished or something for me in this one. I didn't feel as connected to Brad as a character as I have to the other characters in the series for some reason. The conflict in this story comes from many places - Brad's past, a bad guy (also from his past), family drama, etc. Somehow it felt a little too easily wrapped up and yet I still want to know what will happen with Brad's mother and Remy's new life. Maybe in the next installment???

I did enjoy the interaction with the other couples from the series - including Brandon and his partner and the guys from Lions Rampant (although Tanner kind of gets on my nerves in this one).

The great thing is there is still plenty of story left in this world. I'm wondering who will be next. . .

[Bitchie · Rating 4 out of 5]

SJ Frost's books are like the fluffy marshmallows of the m/m romance world. Totally sweet, and if you indulge too much you might end up with a tummy ache. This book is no different. These are the cleanest, the sweetest, the softest rock stars I have ever read about. They are always happy with each other, always accepting, always quick with the heartfelt advice and full support no matter what. And I'm not saying that's a BAD thing, just that you always know what to expect when you pick up one of this author's books. Since it was very well written, if overly sappy and sentimental, it still gets a 4 star rating from me, because I knew what I was going to get going in, and sometimes, sweet fluffy bunny type books are a good thing!

[SueM · Rating 4 out of 5]

Much like the previous books in this series, this is a feel-good/comfort-read story. It has a fairly predictable story line, where you know it will be a HEA ending, but it has a touch of angst along the way, preventing it from becoming overly sweet. Readers of the series will not be surprised by the events in the story, but will probably, as I did, enjoy catching up with the rest of the crew, particularly Jesse and Evan. It also throws out a few reminders, plus a bit more background, of several events that occurred in previous novels. In many ways, it was a lot like catching up with an old friend - but without having to stir from your comfortable chair!

[Adara · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wow. This story was so much better than I initially suspected. Brad really had some history to overcome, and Remmy was so sweet and just what Brad needed. I adore them together.

And SJ did NOT have Brad make some typical blatant stupid mistakes (often used to generate more angst) so I could actually continue to like him at the end of the story. (OMG, THANK YOU, SJ!!) Definitely one of the best in the series. Quite possibly my favorite since the first one.

And yes, I still think there's too much sex and some fade-to-blacks would've been handy, but I'm odd like that, I know. =P

[AquaScales · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm such a sucker for SJ Frost. This was a good continuation of the "Conquest" series. Remmy was sweet and the story well done. The only part that didn't work for me quite was the origin of the main angst in the book. I just didn't buy it. Intellectually I could see it, sort of. But I didn't and still don't fully buy into it. Clearly none of the supporting characters did either. But that was a small issue compared to the wonderful re-visit to this great world of fabulous gay rockers.