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Rock'n Tapestries #2
Wild Angel
New Adult romantic suspense with paranormal elements. Here are the usual warnings about sexual content, naughty language, and there's also a bit of brutality and violence. I promised you all a happy ending after Rock'n Tapestries though, and I never break a promise. :-)
“Hello, Pittsburgh! You ready to rock?"
Nicks Sorenson, guitarist extraordinaire for the band Wild Angel, has a lot going on during her last year of high school. In fact, she sometimes wonders if someone has painted a bull’s eye on her forehead.
Stone Jensen, lead guitarist for the band Heavy Remedy, shows up everywhere she plays despite the bad blood between them. The high school principal is targeting her with endless detentions for some reason. And she’s starting to wonder if her mother is losing her mind.
Life soon spins into chaos for the Sorenson family. It began when Nicks learned the name of the dead musician who’d willed her his four guitars. Then came the dreams of a man shrouded in mist. She doesn’t recognize him, but he seems to know her.
As the strange occurrences escalate, Nicks goes on an unexpected—and painful—journey into the past.
She’s about to learn what you don’t know can hurt you.
Author's Note: I'm trying my best to make this a stand-alone read, but it really will make more sense if you read Rock'n Tapestries first.
“Hello, Pittsburgh! You ready to rock?"
Nicks Sorenson, guitarist extraordinaire for the band Wild Angel, has a lot going on during her last year of high school. In fact, she sometimes wonders if someone has painted a bull’s eye on her forehead.
Stone Jensen, lead guitarist for the band Heavy Remedy, shows up everywhere she plays despite the bad blood between them. The high school principal is targeting her with endless detentions for some reason. And she’s starting to wonder if her mother is losing her mind.
Life soon spins into chaos for the Sorenson family. It began when Nicks learned the name of the dead musician who’d willed her his four guitars. Then came the dreams of a man shrouded in mist. She doesn’t recognize him, but he seems to know her.
As the strange occurrences escalate, Nicks goes on an unexpected—and painful—journey into the past.
She’s about to learn what you don’t know can hurt you.
Author's Note: I'm trying my best to make this a stand-alone read, but it really will make more sense if you read Rock'n Tapestries first.
533 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 12, 2014
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Shari Copell
4 books130 followersShari Copell is the pen name for S.L. Jesberger, the award-winning author of the historical fantasy Àlainnshire series.
She is a native of central Pennsylvania.
Email her at sharicopell AT gmail.com
She is a native of central Pennsylvania.
Email her at sharicopell AT gmail.com
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December 22, 2014
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4 “Stone In Love" Kisses
Okay…so in all seriousness, the second I finished Rock’n Tapestries I was dying for this book…and for the record, I finished Rock’n Tapestries in one sitting. So really…excited beyond words barely covers it. Why? Because of how much I loved these characters! I wasn’t ready to let go and the thought of continuing the story with Asher and Chelsea’s daughter just made me all kinds of giddy. So before we move forward, if you haven’t read Rock’n Tapestries…STOP! Don’t read anymore because you cannot read these books out of order! Alright…back to business – so, I knew Wild Angel was going to be emotional, but damn it if Shari Copell didn’t do it to me again. Man, this book just railroaded my heart to shreds and yet I’m still a happy little bookworm…how does she do it? It’s like voodoo!
Nicole Ashley Sorenson…Nicks…my tough-as-nails and rocks-as-hard-as-the-boys little wild angel. I love that that’s what her mom calls her and that’s where the name of her band comes from because two words never fit a girl so well. Nicks is a spit fire with a tough outer shell that is crafted from years of bullying and having to always deal with a feeling that she was different. Not only from her peers but from her siblings…she just always felt like she was the odd ball out…and she is different but that’s what makes Nicks awesome. I knew that within the first couple of pages when she was giving herself an orgasm from playing her guitar, that Nicks was my kind of girl. I loved the things about her that made her different…she is in every way shape and form the offspring of Asher Pratt…she’s the female version of him and just one more attribute that I loved about her. She’s creative and funny, genuine and kind (when she tries) and for me she was impossible not to love and latch onto. Like I said…she’s already been through some tough shit and watching her continue to deal with obstacle after obstacle with grace and intelligence…she’s wiser beyond her years and I appreciated that. Rather than flying off the handle like some girls would, she was smart enough to step back and she approached everything with an even keel and so much strength and fortitude. Yeah…I love me some Nicks.
Richard Stone Jensen…oh Stone…I wanted to hate him – especially after the way we are introduced to him…but I have to say it did not take me long to get over that dislike. Stone is a kind soul wrapped in a hot rocker package…oh don’t get me wrong, he still has that bad ass appeal in there but he’s really a very genuinely nice guy which I liked. It was a welcomed change because I was honestly expecting the typical ‘I’m-so-full-of-myself-look-how-awesome-I-am’ rock god persona, so actually cutting through the bullshit was an awesome surprise. He's still got the rock star looks though...long brown hair, piercing brown eyes, charisma, a voice that can melt the panties off women, insane talent with way too many musical instruments, charm...I mean he's practically irresistible. He’s sweet and considerate, went out of his way constantly for Nicks to show her who he really was…I loved his approach with Nicks…it worked on her and it totally worked on me. He was patient and really went out of his way to show Nicks he wasn’t the ass hole he initially appeared to be.
I loved Stone and Nicks…as in couldn’t get enough of them and honestly…I wish we had seen more of them together but their relationship wasn’t the entire focus of the book – another thing I give mad props to Miss. Copell for pulling off. While yes, there is some initial angst in the beginning and I really thought that’s where most of the plot was going to be headed towards, she really threw a wrench in my easy going angsty-romance – but I’ll get to that. Nicks and Stone are like…a perfect harmony…a smooth base line…a gorgeous melody that you can’t get out of your head…and a beat that you never want to forget. They just clicked…well not right away, but their connection and attraction is undeniable from the start and once we get over the foot-in-mouth moment with Stone, it’s smooth sailing. They’re like carved from the same stone (haha…I’m punny!), but seriously these two were truly meant to be.
So the angst…I was expecting something akin to the level to RT…and color me surprised when it didn’t happen. Not that I didn’t like it but honestly…I could have used a little more angst where Stone and Nicks was concerned. So what did I get instead of angst…oh…I got boat loads of suspense! Like…I was never concerned for the established relationships that were in the book…I was just worried from one page to the next as to what the next threat might be or who might be breathing…yeah…that was a nice change of pace and kept me on my toes! Which leads me to what those instances inevitably led to.........tears. The ugly cries that Shari is able to write are just…epic. Legendary. Like…crush my spirit and heart in a matter of sentences – and I’m sure you’re wondering why this is a good thing? I’ll explain…
I live for that kind of emotion to be pulled out of me…good…bad…angry…happy…sad…I want it all! I want to feel every ounce of it and Shari does that for me…both times I’ve nearly had an emotional breakdown around 90% (which kills me cause she takes you just to that point of thinking your safe and then snatches the rug out from under you!) and that’s because of one thing…the emotional connection I had. My entire body, mind and soul had a complete emotional connection to the characters and the story line. I can’t fake it, but when it happens, it's amazing. And even when this plot ventured into the ‘bordering paranormal-ish’ I was okay with it (and this is coming from a non-paranormal reader)…because even though you have to be okay with bending reality slightly (it’s not completely out there…but it’s toeing the line) it was still very much in the nature of the characters…if that makes any sense at all. I’m being vague on purpose cause I don’t want to give any spoilers…but just trust me – if she can sway me, I’m almost positive she can convince anyone.
So I really wasn’t expecting this story to focus on as many different aspects as it did…I mean, I knew there was going to be the love/relationship aspect and then Nicks dealing with finding out about Asher but there was a welcomed bonus when we not only got Nicks and Stone’s POV’s but also Chelsea and Tage’s POV’s as well. Now…I’m sure you’re thinking wow, that’s a lot of heads to be in but trust me when I tell you…it was necessary…it was completely fluid and it never once got confusing. I cannot imagine trying to tell the story from only one or two POV’s because each person physically experiences something that is monumental to the plot and how events unfold…being told second hand just would take away from the entire experience, and while it was probably more difficult for the author, it was well worth the effort in my opinion. I loved getting to know Tage and Chelsea as a couple more, which is almost a happy accident because…obviously I loved him just because of what he did for Chelsea in RT but it was hard to really fall in love with him as a BBF because I didn’t get to know him as well. I mean, I fell in love with the whole Sorensen clan…all Nicks siblings (two sisters, two brothers – 5 kids! Poor Chelsea!)…but of course I had a favorite. TJ…Tage John Sorenson, Junior…the baby and of course I loved him because he was Nicks favorite too. They had a special bond and I adored it.
What else did I love…Charm and Pip, the other two parts of Wild Angel – they’ve got just as much personality at Nicks and I loved their friendship with her and the strength they found together. I adored seeing more of Willow and Marybeth…they were crucial to RT so it makes perfect sense that they played a part in this book…I mean the list of what I didn’t love is probably shorter. The one character I didn’t like was the evil, vile, despicable human that cause most of the suspense/drama throughout the book. Mr. Albert Marius...there are some people that are just easy to hate…he’s near the top of that list…he made my skin crawl and I had an uncontrollable urge to vomit every time he was mentioned. Let’s just put it this way, there’s a special place in hell for people like him.
Now this review wouldn’t be complete if I didn’t mention a character that you really wouldn’t think would be as crucial given the way RT ended but…Asher Pratt both broke and healed my heart all over again. Asher is actually pretty key to this story…obviously because Nicks eventually has to learn who her father is but his presence in the story is greater than I could have ever imagined. That was another source of my tears because while I’m at peace (kind of…) with what happened to Asher, it doesn’t lessen the pain. I realized that the first time his name was mentioned and my eyes instantly welled with tears (as they are right now as I am typing this). Asher is just one of those characters who will forever live in my heart…I loved how he was incorporated into the story and the role that he played…
I have already demanded more from the Rock’n Tapestries series…because there is no way they’re over. There is still so much to tell…so much more for Nicks and Stone…so much more for Wild Angel…I’m hoping we might even get some more of Stone’s band, Heavy Remedy too…but I won’t get too demanding. Don’t get me wrong, I did love the ending…but I still don’t feel complete yet. So I will stand tribute, with my lighter in the air and begging and pleading for the next book to put me out of my misery. Rock On Philadelphia!
4 “Stone In Love" Kisses
Okay…so in all seriousness, the second I finished Rock’n Tapestries I was dying for this book…and for the record, I finished Rock’n Tapestries in one sitting. So really…excited beyond words barely covers it. Why? Because of how much I loved these characters! I wasn’t ready to let go and the thought of continuing the story with Asher and Chelsea’s daughter just made me all kinds of giddy. So before we move forward, if you haven’t read Rock’n Tapestries…STOP! Don’t read anymore because you cannot read these books out of order! Alright…back to business – so, I knew Wild Angel was going to be emotional, but damn it if Shari Copell didn’t do it to me again. Man, this book just railroaded my heart to shreds and yet I’m still a happy little bookworm…how does she do it? It’s like voodoo!
Nicole Ashley Sorenson…Nicks…my tough-as-nails and rocks-as-hard-as-the-boys little wild angel. I love that that’s what her mom calls her and that’s where the name of her band comes from because two words never fit a girl so well. Nicks is a spit fire with a tough outer shell that is crafted from years of bullying and having to always deal with a feeling that she was different. Not only from her peers but from her siblings…she just always felt like she was the odd ball out…and she is different but that’s what makes Nicks awesome. I knew that within the first couple of pages when she was giving herself an orgasm from playing her guitar, that Nicks was my kind of girl. I loved the things about her that made her different…she is in every way shape and form the offspring of Asher Pratt…she’s the female version of him and just one more attribute that I loved about her. She’s creative and funny, genuine and kind (when she tries) and for me she was impossible not to love and latch onto. Like I said…she’s already been through some tough shit and watching her continue to deal with obstacle after obstacle with grace and intelligence…she’s wiser beyond her years and I appreciated that. Rather than flying off the handle like some girls would, she was smart enough to step back and she approached everything with an even keel and so much strength and fortitude. Yeah…I love me some Nicks.
‘He stepped in front of her with a furrowed brow. “Nicks, do I frighten you? I get the feeling I do.”
“Yes. And no. It’s been a long time since someone held my hand.”
“That’s a crying shame. You should have your hand held every night.” His voice was low and husky, causing a chemical reaction in every cell of her body. “I’m not going to hurt you.” He put two fingers under her chin and lifted it until she was looking into those damned eyes.
“I know.” She cringed inside. Where had that come from? She didn’t know. Sometimes the nicest people turned out to be the biggest assholes.’
Richard Stone Jensen…oh Stone…I wanted to hate him – especially after the way we are introduced to him…but I have to say it did not take me long to get over that dislike. Stone is a kind soul wrapped in a hot rocker package…oh don’t get me wrong, he still has that bad ass appeal in there but he’s really a very genuinely nice guy which I liked. It was a welcomed change because I was honestly expecting the typical ‘I’m-so-full-of-myself-look-how-awesome-I-am’ rock god persona, so actually cutting through the bullshit was an awesome surprise. He's still got the rock star looks though...long brown hair, piercing brown eyes, charisma, a voice that can melt the panties off women, insane talent with way too many musical instruments, charm...I mean he's practically irresistible. He’s sweet and considerate, went out of his way constantly for Nicks to show her who he really was…I loved his approach with Nicks…it worked on her and it totally worked on me. He was patient and really went out of his way to show Nicks he wasn’t the ass hole he initially appeared to be.
“You don’t need to be scared of me. I get you. You put the tough outer shell when you put on that guitar because you think it’s expected of you. I do too. That’s not really us though, is it? It’s a musician thing. I’ll let my guard down if you will.”
He pressed both of her hands to his lips. “I’d really like to get to know the girl who shelved books on detention in the library, not the one who threatened to put a shoe in my balls. I could fall hopelessly in love with the delinquent librarian, though I have to admit I find the hot rock star exciting as hell.”
“Stop it.”
“I’d like to keep seeing you, Nicks. Yes?”
Nicks hesitated. She got lots of attention from men when she played, but the guitar acted as a buffer, a shield. This dark man wanted to strip all that away and look inside her. It was scary, but…
“Yes. I’d like that too.”
I loved Stone and Nicks…as in couldn’t get enough of them and honestly…I wish we had seen more of them together but their relationship wasn’t the entire focus of the book – another thing I give mad props to Miss. Copell for pulling off. While yes, there is some initial angst in the beginning and I really thought that’s where most of the plot was going to be headed towards, she really threw a wrench in my easy going angsty-romance – but I’ll get to that. Nicks and Stone are like…a perfect harmony…a smooth base line…a gorgeous melody that you can’t get out of your head…and a beat that you never want to forget. They just clicked…well not right away, but their connection and attraction is undeniable from the start and once we get over the foot-in-mouth moment with Stone, it’s smooth sailing. They’re like carved from the same stone (haha…I’m punny!), but seriously these two were truly meant to be.
‘He was just so…touchable.
He didn’t move. His eyes glazed over as he stared at her, his head at an angle. “I wonder what you’d taste like if I kissed you.”
She shook her head, dazed at how sexy those perfectly innocuous words sounded coming out of his mouth. “I don’t know.”
“Would you be sweet like strawberries? Bubblegum? Cotton Candy?”
Her heart picked up the pace, determined to match her breathing.
“Or would you burn me? Like whiskey?”
She ran light fingertips over his brow, his lips, his cheeks, is eyelids. For some reason, the nerve endings in her fingers seemed to have a direct path to her pussy.
“Why don’t you kiss me and find out?” she whispered.’
So the angst…I was expecting something akin to the level to RT…and color me surprised when it didn’t happen. Not that I didn’t like it but honestly…I could have used a little more angst where Stone and Nicks was concerned. So what did I get instead of angst…oh…I got boat loads of suspense! Like…I was never concerned for the established relationships that were in the book…I was just worried from one page to the next as to what the next threat might be or who might be breathing…yeah…that was a nice change of pace and kept me on my toes! Which leads me to what those instances inevitably led to.........tears. The ugly cries that Shari is able to write are just…epic. Legendary. Like…crush my spirit and heart in a matter of sentences – and I’m sure you’re wondering why this is a good thing? I’ll explain…
‘Someone once told her that the opposite of love was not hate. It was indifference. She’d never, ever felt indifferent toward Stone Jensen.’
I live for that kind of emotion to be pulled out of me…good…bad…angry…happy…sad…I want it all! I want to feel every ounce of it and Shari does that for me…both times I’ve nearly had an emotional breakdown around 90% (which kills me cause she takes you just to that point of thinking your safe and then snatches the rug out from under you!) and that’s because of one thing…the emotional connection I had. My entire body, mind and soul had a complete emotional connection to the characters and the story line. I can’t fake it, but when it happens, it's amazing. And even when this plot ventured into the ‘bordering paranormal-ish’ I was okay with it (and this is coming from a non-paranormal reader)…because even though you have to be okay with bending reality slightly (it’s not completely out there…but it’s toeing the line) it was still very much in the nature of the characters…if that makes any sense at all. I’m being vague on purpose cause I don’t want to give any spoilers…but just trust me – if she can sway me, I’m almost positive she can convince anyone.
‘What was it about kissing him that seemed to make time stand still? How did he always manage to make sounds and smells and coherent thought grind to a halt when he touched her, until it was just the two of them locked together in a sizzle of sexual electricity? Stone Jensen’s hands not only made magic on the guitar, the made magic on her.’
So I really wasn’t expecting this story to focus on as many different aspects as it did…I mean, I knew there was going to be the love/relationship aspect and then Nicks dealing with finding out about Asher but there was a welcomed bonus when we not only got Nicks and Stone’s POV’s but also Chelsea and Tage’s POV’s as well. Now…I’m sure you’re thinking wow, that’s a lot of heads to be in but trust me when I tell you…it was necessary…it was completely fluid and it never once got confusing. I cannot imagine trying to tell the story from only one or two POV’s because each person physically experiences something that is monumental to the plot and how events unfold…being told second hand just would take away from the entire experience, and while it was probably more difficult for the author, it was well worth the effort in my opinion. I loved getting to know Tage and Chelsea as a couple more, which is almost a happy accident because…obviously I loved him just because of what he did for Chelsea in RT but it was hard to really fall in love with him as a BBF because I didn’t get to know him as well. I mean, I fell in love with the whole Sorensen clan…all Nicks siblings (two sisters, two brothers – 5 kids! Poor Chelsea!)…but of course I had a favorite. TJ…Tage John Sorenson, Junior…the baby and of course I loved him because he was Nicks favorite too. They had a special bond and I adored it.
‘It didn’t take long, did it, Stones? That little vixen had him tangled up in knots so tight, he’d never get loose. Not that he was trying. Everything she did enchanted him, even the dirty looks she gave him sometimes. She was an intriguing mix of sweet and spicy, sugar with a shot of jalapeño.’
What else did I love…Charm and Pip, the other two parts of Wild Angel – they’ve got just as much personality at Nicks and I loved their friendship with her and the strength they found together. I adored seeing more of Willow and Marybeth…they were crucial to RT so it makes perfect sense that they played a part in this book…I mean the list of what I didn’t love is probably shorter. The one character I didn’t like was the evil, vile, despicable human that cause most of the suspense/drama throughout the book. Mr. Albert Marius...there are some people that are just easy to hate…he’s near the top of that list…he made my skin crawl and I had an uncontrollable urge to vomit every time he was mentioned. Let’s just put it this way, there’s a special place in hell for people like him.
“That’s my girl. God, I really do love you, Nicks.”
“I love you too.” She liked that warm-all-over feeling she got when she said those words. “We have something, don’t we? You and I. It doesn’t feel like a lie to me. Is it?”
“This is not lie, baby. This is forever.”
Now this review wouldn’t be complete if I didn’t mention a character that you really wouldn’t think would be as crucial given the way RT ended but…Asher Pratt both broke and healed my heart all over again. Asher is actually pretty key to this story…obviously because Nicks eventually has to learn who her father is but his presence in the story is greater than I could have ever imagined. That was another source of my tears because while I’m at peace (kind of…) with what happened to Asher, it doesn’t lessen the pain. I realized that the first time his name was mentioned and my eyes instantly welled with tears (as they are right now as I am typing this). Asher is just one of those characters who will forever live in my heart…I loved how he was incorporated into the story and the role that he played…
‘“What are you thinking?” she whispered as she studied his face.
“Lots of things. How much I love you. How freaking lucky I am to have you. How perfect we are for each other.”
“Really?” The hesitation he’d seen in her eyes suddenly vanished.
“Uh huh.” He bent his head down to hers to that their lips nearly touched. “What are you thinking?”
“I’m thinking you’re the only man who has ever gotten this close to me. And it feels right. I keep trying to find a reason why I should stop you.” She gave a little puff of breath against his mouth. “And I can’t think of anything.”
“Don’t stop me, Nicks. Please…” Nearly mindless with need, he claimed her lips with his own.’
I have already demanded more from the Rock’n Tapestries series…because there is no way they’re over. There is still so much to tell…so much more for Nicks and Stone…so much more for Wild Angel…I’m hoping we might even get some more of Stone’s band, Heavy Remedy too…but I won’t get too demanding. Don’t get me wrong, I did love the ending…but I still don’t feel complete yet. So I will stand tribute, with my lighter in the air and begging and pleading for the next book to put me out of my misery. Rock On Philadelphia!
April 21, 2015
For those who have read the first novel, Rock and Tapestries, this is the story of Nicole/Nicks, Chelsea’s daughter and it picks up 20 years later.
We’re still at the Tapestries where Nicks and her band play every weekend. Yes, she’s in a band and playing guitar. Sounds familiar, right?
Well, she doesn’t know anything about her mother’s past and how Chelsea and Tage ended up together. Or at least, she doesn’t know the whole story.
When the Nicks, Pip and Charm became the Wild Angel, Stone Jensen, lead guitarist for Heavy Remedy had some nasty things to say about girls playing at being rock stars. Now Nicks hates his guts and he’s ready to apologize to her. The thing is, she doesn’t care and is not interested to hear what he has to say.
She loves playing her guitar and performing in front of a crowd even if it’s only in her father’s bar. One day she hopes to bring Wild Angel on tour but they still have a long way to go.
On stage, Nicks is a different person. She seems a bad and dirty girl but, in reality, she’s the exact opposite. Not exactly shy, but not very friendly either. At least not outside of her comfort zone. As a child she’s had a hard time integrating, but music helped her get through and find her confidence.
Her family loves her and she loves them too, even if sometimes she feels like she doesn’t exactly fit.
What was normal life for her is about to change and secrets well kept are about to be revealed. Danger lurks in the shadows threatening Nicks’s life and someone is determined to keep her safe at any cost. Not only that, but he’s also hell bent on revealing the truth about her lineage.
Old wounds are opened again, truths are revealed and a new love story unfolds. If you liked Rock and Tapestries, you’re going to love this one. It’s the perfect conclusion to a long, intricate and passionate story. Who knows, maybe Shari will decide to surprise us with a third installment. I think Asher still has some tricks up his sleeve.
Happy Reading!
We’re still at the Tapestries where Nicks and her band play every weekend. Yes, she’s in a band and playing guitar. Sounds familiar, right?
Well, she doesn’t know anything about her mother’s past and how Chelsea and Tage ended up together. Or at least, she doesn’t know the whole story.
When the Nicks, Pip and Charm became the Wild Angel, Stone Jensen, lead guitarist for Heavy Remedy had some nasty things to say about girls playing at being rock stars. Now Nicks hates his guts and he’s ready to apologize to her. The thing is, she doesn’t care and is not interested to hear what he has to say.
She loves playing her guitar and performing in front of a crowd even if it’s only in her father’s bar. One day she hopes to bring Wild Angel on tour but they still have a long way to go.
On stage, Nicks is a different person. She seems a bad and dirty girl but, in reality, she’s the exact opposite. Not exactly shy, but not very friendly either. At least not outside of her comfort zone. As a child she’s had a hard time integrating, but music helped her get through and find her confidence.
Her family loves her and she loves them too, even if sometimes she feels like she doesn’t exactly fit.
What was normal life for her is about to change and secrets well kept are about to be revealed. Danger lurks in the shadows threatening Nicks’s life and someone is determined to keep her safe at any cost. Not only that, but he’s also hell bent on revealing the truth about her lineage.
Old wounds are opened again, truths are revealed and a new love story unfolds. If you liked Rock and Tapestries, you’re going to love this one. It’s the perfect conclusion to a long, intricate and passionate story. Who knows, maybe Shari will decide to surprise us with a third installment. I think Asher still has some tricks up his sleeve.
Happy Reading!
October 26, 2014
This is the sequel to the heartbreakingly awesome book Rock'n Tapestries and it is amazing!!
It occurs 19 years after the events in the first book, and it helps to have read the first book. I could not put this down until I had finished it early this morning.
I got teary-eyed in places Ms. Copell writes so amazingly well, the characters and events seem to be based upon real life events.
This book has sexual tension galore and is sexy but is not erotica. I would classify it as CR/NA/romantic suspense with paranormal elements.
full review pending!
It occurs 19 years after the events in the first book, and it helps to have read the first book. I could not put this down until I had finished it early this morning.
I got teary-eyed in places Ms. Copell writes so amazingly well, the characters and events seem to be based upon real life events.
This book has sexual tension galore and is sexy but is not erotica. I would classify it as CR/NA/romantic suspense with paranormal elements.
full review pending!
August 12, 2014
4.5/5.0
“Wild Angel” has an extraordinarily refreshing plot. Readers will see this as more “believable magic” than paranormal.
Read full review in the 2014 August issue of InD’tale Magazine.
“Wild Angel” has an extraordinarily refreshing plot. Readers will see this as more “believable magic” than paranormal.
Read full review in the 2014 August issue of InD’tale Magazine.
May 13, 2015
I was really looking forward to Wild Angel, the follow-up to Rock’n Tapestries, by Shari Copell because I liked the first book (although the second half of the book Chelsea and Tate’s relationship seemed forced and convenient to me, and also made me bawl for a douche-y rockstar who may or may not deserve a girls tears), and because it was about Chelsea and Asher’s daughter all grown up, taking Pittsburgh by storm with her (daddy’s — unbeknownst to her) tabacco sunburst guitar. I always wanted to read a book that’s about the characters children's own book. So this answered my prayers in that respect. Wild Angel was the first one that did, so I was even more excited to get into it.
Right from the first chapter, I was excited. Nicks (heroine/the daughter) kicks off with a fiery demeanor while rocking out on stage, just like her biological daddy, the late Asher Pratt. Not only that, but while mouthing of expletives about sex and curse words to shame a sailor, Stone Jensen is there watching and not scared one bit by whatever she throws his way. See, they’ve been on bad terms for a year by then because he said some not-so-nice things about her and her guitar-playing skills. Right off the bat, you can feel the tension when they challenge each other. When I read that, I was locked and loaded for more challenges and tension to come. Only to be disappointed from that point on. Instead, Stone went up to her and talk to her for the first time ever to apologize for saying all those mean things about her. Oh, she stood her ground and basically told him off alright.
She may have brushed him off at first, but Stone turned soft from that point on. Like I said, I expected more of a fight from them, but I didn’t see the same challenge he had when he saw her play that stage that day. He makes nice to get her to forgive him and be on good terms, if not friends. Long story short, they both form a friendship and bond over guitars and the mystery of who willed them to her. This leads to a string of theories, snooping, digging, questions, a near-panic attack or two from Nicks mom, and the truth. All the while, the school principal seems to have it out for Nicks and strange occurrences and dreams have been happening around the household... Well, you can see that a lot stuff goes down.
See, this book is over 500 pages. Usually I don’t complain even if it is a NA contemporary, but this draaaagged at parts. If you cut down all the unnecessary crap, it would be a good 300/400 pages and wouldn’t drag so much. If you ignore that part, this is a good book. All the events, the building, mystery, secrets, kidnappings, a sadistic school principal, sketchy characters, attempted murders, paranormal elements, and plot twists.
The ending is what made me want to throw my kindle out the window at 7am and go hunt down Shari with a pitch fork and torch in hand. Or near the end, I should say. There’s like 2-9% of the book left that had me bawling and screaming how is this fair? Why would you do this? How dare you! This was not the happy ending you promised us, Shari! I mean, I know not every story had a happy ending, but I expect an HEA if the book description promises one, especially if it’s from the author themselves. I was so nervous and hopeless by 98%. But then Asher, from beyond the grave, somehow gave them a miracle that gave us the HEA. I took the much need breath that was steeled from from me.
Overall, even though I wanted more tension/challenges between Nicks and Stone and some parts dragged and the ending literally had me on edge, I enjoyed this book. There was rock n roll, steamy times, mystery, and family values.
Right from the first chapter, I was excited. Nicks (heroine/the daughter) kicks off with a fiery demeanor while rocking out on stage, just like her biological daddy, the late Asher Pratt. Not only that, but while mouthing of expletives about sex and curse words to shame a sailor, Stone Jensen is there watching and not scared one bit by whatever she throws his way. See, they’ve been on bad terms for a year by then because he said some not-so-nice things about her and her guitar-playing skills. Right off the bat, you can feel the tension when they challenge each other. When I read that, I was locked and loaded for more challenges and tension to come. Only to be disappointed from that point on. Instead, Stone went up to her and talk to her for the first time ever to apologize for saying all those mean things about her. Oh, she stood her ground and basically told him off alright.
She may have brushed him off at first, but Stone turned soft from that point on. Like I said, I expected more of a fight from them, but I didn’t see the same challenge he had when he saw her play that stage that day. He makes nice to get her to forgive him and be on good terms, if not friends. Long story short, they both form a friendship and bond over guitars and the mystery of who willed them to her. This leads to a string of theories, snooping, digging, questions, a near-panic attack or two from Nicks mom, and the truth. All the while, the school principal seems to have it out for Nicks and strange occurrences and dreams have been happening around the household... Well, you can see that a lot stuff goes down.
See, this book is over 500 pages. Usually I don’t complain even if it is a NA contemporary, but this draaaagged at parts. If you cut down all the unnecessary crap, it would be a good 300/400 pages and wouldn’t drag so much. If you ignore that part, this is a good book. All the events, the building, mystery, secrets, kidnappings, a sadistic school principal, sketchy characters, attempted murders, paranormal elements, and plot twists.
The ending is what made me want to throw my kindle out the window at 7am and go hunt down Shari with a pitch fork and torch in hand. Or near the end, I should say. There’s like 2-9% of the book left that had me bawling and screaming how is this fair? Why would you do this? How dare you! This was not the happy ending you promised us, Shari! I mean, I know not every story had a happy ending, but I expect an HEA if the book description promises one, especially if it’s from the author themselves. I was so nervous and hopeless by 98%. But then Asher, from beyond the grave, somehow gave them a miracle that gave us the HEA. I took the much need breath that was steeled from from me.
Overall, even though I wanted more tension/challenges between Nicks and Stone and some parts dragged and the ending literally had me on edge, I enjoyed this book. There was rock n roll, steamy times, mystery, and family values.
August 6, 2016
Oh.my.God
What in the world just happened?? I'm still in shock!!! The last few chapters of this book have left me breathless! I did not see that coming at ALL!!!! Holy Crapola! This book was AWESOME!!!
I had high expectations for this book since Rock'n Tapestries totally ROCKED!!! I knew that this story was going to be another roller coaster ride and that is exactly what I got! Without giving anything away, I just wanted to mention that most of the characters in Wild Angel are characters from Rock'n Tapestries. I highly recommend reading the first book before reading Wild Angel.
Nicks and Stone have a love/hate relationship since the moment they met. But, like they say ... Their is a fine line between love and hate. Once Stone gets to know Nicks better, he can't stay away from her. He is mesmerized by this Rock Goddess. After a few encounters with Stone, Nicks decides to give him a chance to redeem himself for what he said about her. They started out has enemies, but when both of them can't deny the attraction they feel for one another, they cross that line and they fall madly in love with each other. Nicks' life is about to change drastically when unexpected events reveal secrets that will leave her questioning her whole life up until now.
This book had it all! It was sexy, intense, romantic, emotional and funny. I was so happy to see the characters from the previous book in this story. This book takes place about 19 years after Rock'n Tapestries. It is written in multiple POV's, which is amazing!!!! Sometimes multiple POV's can be confusing or overwhelming, but Shari Coppell knew exactly how to make every single POV count! This book is about Nicks and Stone, but their is a few events that take place that steal the spotlight from their romance. Don't get me wrong. I loved reading about Nicks and Stone's love story, but the paranormal elements in this story is what captivated me the most.
I had no trouble finding a connection with both these characters. They are stubborn at times, wild, passionate and intoxicating! Their story kept me on the edge on my seat until the last page! Stone was such an amazing boyfriend. He was sweet, understanding and he was always there to love and support Nicks in her difficult moments. They were the perfect couple and I loved every single moment that they shared together. Make sure you have a box of tissues close by ... you will need them! Emotions! Emotions! Emotions! My heart could not take it anymore! I seriously needed a drink after finishing this book to calm myself ... lol!!! I really can't give anything away about this book because it is filled with twists and turns that will have you guessing until the very end. What I will say is that you definitely need to add this series to your TBR list if you are looking for a series that is romantic, suspenseful, sexy and emotional.
I give, Wild Angel, by Shari Copell 4.5 nail-biting, heart-pumping, heart-rending, amazing stars! Can we get another book pretty please with a cherry on top?!?!?!?!
What in the world just happened?? I'm still in shock!!! The last few chapters of this book have left me breathless! I did not see that coming at ALL!!!! Holy Crapola! This book was AWESOME!!!
I had high expectations for this book since Rock'n Tapestries totally ROCKED!!! I knew that this story was going to be another roller coaster ride and that is exactly what I got! Without giving anything away, I just wanted to mention that most of the characters in Wild Angel are characters from Rock'n Tapestries. I highly recommend reading the first book before reading Wild Angel.
Nicks and Stone have a love/hate relationship since the moment they met. But, like they say ... Their is a fine line between love and hate. Once Stone gets to know Nicks better, he can't stay away from her. He is mesmerized by this Rock Goddess. After a few encounters with Stone, Nicks decides to give him a chance to redeem himself for what he said about her. They started out has enemies, but when both of them can't deny the attraction they feel for one another, they cross that line and they fall madly in love with each other. Nicks' life is about to change drastically when unexpected events reveal secrets that will leave her questioning her whole life up until now.
This book had it all! It was sexy, intense, romantic, emotional and funny. I was so happy to see the characters from the previous book in this story. This book takes place about 19 years after Rock'n Tapestries. It is written in multiple POV's, which is amazing!!!! Sometimes multiple POV's can be confusing or overwhelming, but Shari Coppell knew exactly how to make every single POV count! This book is about Nicks and Stone, but their is a few events that take place that steal the spotlight from their romance. Don't get me wrong. I loved reading about Nicks and Stone's love story, but the paranormal elements in this story is what captivated me the most.
I had no trouble finding a connection with both these characters. They are stubborn at times, wild, passionate and intoxicating! Their story kept me on the edge on my seat until the last page! Stone was such an amazing boyfriend. He was sweet, understanding and he was always there to love and support Nicks in her difficult moments. They were the perfect couple and I loved every single moment that they shared together. Make sure you have a box of tissues close by ... you will need them! Emotions! Emotions! Emotions! My heart could not take it anymore! I seriously needed a drink after finishing this book to calm myself ... lol!!! I really can't give anything away about this book because it is filled with twists and turns that will have you guessing until the very end. What I will say is that you definitely need to add this series to your TBR list if you are looking for a series that is romantic, suspenseful, sexy and emotional.
I give, Wild Angel, by Shari Copell 4.5 nail-biting, heart-pumping, heart-rending, amazing stars! Can we get another book pretty please with a cherry on top?!?!?!?!
May 22, 2014
Wild Angel (Rock’n Tapestries Book 2) by Shari Copell
4 out of 5 Stars
**Quick Note before you start my review! I read Rock’n Tapestries first so I was reading this with the backstory of Tage and Chelsea, Nicks parents, and I think that’s important to note. Had I been coming into this as a stand-a-lone it would have been a completely different experience, so please keep that in mind.**
WOW! That’s my review in a nutshell for Wild Angel. Nicks Sorensen is a filthy mouthed, leather wearing, guitar goddess on stage but the moment she steps down she reverts back to the 18 year old you woman who has been bullied her whole life and feels like am evening shadow in her family of blonde haired, blue eyed siblings. While they all easily succeed, she struggles academically and is harassed by her principle throughout her senior year. But on stage she feels like anything is possible and her talent speaks for itself, that is until Stone Jensen allows his jealousy to bring her gender to the forefront in his tacky comments to fellow rockers.
Now with a bully in the music industry, Nicks amps it up even harder and begins to notice a certain sexy, electrically charged Stone in the audience at all her shows. Rather than backing down she pushes herself even harder, which Stone finds one big turn on. Entrigued by the beautiful guitarist and absolutely enthralled by her abilities, he sets out to right the wrong he committed and make some music with Nicks if it’s the last thing he does.
When the two finally come together, they are on fire sexually and with equal amounts of natural curiosity and desire to know about the man who left Nicks the 4 beautiful guitars. But with each step forward Nicks is risking the loss of her heart and soul to Stone and the risk of the family she loves to the legend of a man who use to be.
Overall this is a rollercoaster read! I was shocked by Chelsea’s behavioral changes from the first book to this one (drinking rum in her tea every morning, treating her children so differently, allowing Nicks to talk the way she does in front of her other kids, etc.) and I can’t say it was a pleasant change. Tage was still the man I would have expected and I appreciated his stability and love throughout the book. Nicks is such a dynamic, huge character that she’s amazingly fun to get inside of and just be able to live vicariously through! Everyone has her insecurities and angst to a lesser degree but to be free to say and do what you want is pretty awesome! Stone is just super sexy, smart, honest, and everything Tage was in book one! The guy that Nicks needs him to be, although he pushes her and pushed the discovery a little too much at first in my opinion. But this really is a great read! I just hope you will read book 1 first and get the whole story as I believe it was meant to be read!
*A complimentary copy was given in exchange for an honest review*
Pepper, My Secret Book Spot
4 out of 5 Stars
**Quick Note before you start my review! I read Rock’n Tapestries first so I was reading this with the backstory of Tage and Chelsea, Nicks parents, and I think that’s important to note. Had I been coming into this as a stand-a-lone it would have been a completely different experience, so please keep that in mind.**
WOW! That’s my review in a nutshell for Wild Angel. Nicks Sorensen is a filthy mouthed, leather wearing, guitar goddess on stage but the moment she steps down she reverts back to the 18 year old you woman who has been bullied her whole life and feels like am evening shadow in her family of blonde haired, blue eyed siblings. While they all easily succeed, she struggles academically and is harassed by her principle throughout her senior year. But on stage she feels like anything is possible and her talent speaks for itself, that is until Stone Jensen allows his jealousy to bring her gender to the forefront in his tacky comments to fellow rockers.
Now with a bully in the music industry, Nicks amps it up even harder and begins to notice a certain sexy, electrically charged Stone in the audience at all her shows. Rather than backing down she pushes herself even harder, which Stone finds one big turn on. Entrigued by the beautiful guitarist and absolutely enthralled by her abilities, he sets out to right the wrong he committed and make some music with Nicks if it’s the last thing he does.
When the two finally come together, they are on fire sexually and with equal amounts of natural curiosity and desire to know about the man who left Nicks the 4 beautiful guitars. But with each step forward Nicks is risking the loss of her heart and soul to Stone and the risk of the family she loves to the legend of a man who use to be.
Overall this is a rollercoaster read! I was shocked by Chelsea’s behavioral changes from the first book to this one (drinking rum in her tea every morning, treating her children so differently, allowing Nicks to talk the way she does in front of her other kids, etc.) and I can’t say it was a pleasant change. Tage was still the man I would have expected and I appreciated his stability and love throughout the book. Nicks is such a dynamic, huge character that she’s amazingly fun to get inside of and just be able to live vicariously through! Everyone has her insecurities and angst to a lesser degree but to be free to say and do what you want is pretty awesome! Stone is just super sexy, smart, honest, and everything Tage was in book one! The guy that Nicks needs him to be, although he pushes her and pushed the discovery a little too much at first in my opinion. But this really is a great read! I just hope you will read book 1 first and get the whole story as I believe it was meant to be read!
*A complimentary copy was given in exchange for an honest review*
Pepper, My Secret Book Spot
March 7, 2014
I really adored the first book in this series; I am totally and completely in love with this follow up. You would not have to read the first as this one takes place almost 19 years after the end of the last one, so while it may help, particularly to have sympathy for Nicks' mother, it is definitely not a requirement.
As I try to think of what genre to think of this book as, I realize not only is it an enigma in that area, it really has a bit of something for everyone. There is romance, there is coming of age drama, there are touches of paranormal, there are definitely doses of mystery, psychological thriller, and horror. And, last but certainly not least, there are the rock stars.
The 528 pages of this absolutely fly by, and still leave you wanting more. Nicks Sorenson is the daughter born to Chels and Tage at the end of the first book. At almost 19, she is an adult though still in her senior year of high school, and beginning to set the Philadelphia rock scene on fire with her band, Wild Angel. Stone Jensen, guitarist and leader of their biggest rival, Heavy Remedy, turns out to be anything but the jerk Nicks had thought him to be. Creepy interactions with the school's principal are offset by bringing in a favorite character from the first book, Willow. (And we also get a good dose of Marybeth from the first; everyone needs a Marybeth in their lives. I still want mine at 40!) Love the peeks we get at the four younger siblings in the Sorenson family. The ups and downs of being center stage, and of being in a relationship with someone center stage. Scary stalkers come in both male and female versions in this one.
Still adult reading for the language, sexual situations (though they are toned down from the first book - which at first disappointed me slightly because she writes them so well, but the story proves itself to be fantastic without the detail and will probably appeal to a wider audience based on that) and some violent situations.
It is really hard to write this review without spoilers, but definitely have your tissues ready. Several pages of my copy toward the end are wrinkled from the tear stains (and I am not one known to cry at books.) If the first one made you cry, as I remember several reviewers mentioning, this one will have you bawling. But I'll give you a slight spoiler that this one has a much happier ending, and the resolution will give you chills of the happy kind.
In summary, 5 stars is nowhere near enough - this one is clear out of the ballpark. Absolutely love it, love the author, and hope that there will be at least a #3 in the series because there are still so many things I would like to know more about.
I was thrilled to receive an ARC from the author, free for honest review.
As I try to think of what genre to think of this book as, I realize not only is it an enigma in that area, it really has a bit of something for everyone. There is romance, there is coming of age drama, there are touches of paranormal, there are definitely doses of mystery, psychological thriller, and horror. And, last but certainly not least, there are the rock stars.
The 528 pages of this absolutely fly by, and still leave you wanting more. Nicks Sorenson is the daughter born to Chels and Tage at the end of the first book. At almost 19, she is an adult though still in her senior year of high school, and beginning to set the Philadelphia rock scene on fire with her band, Wild Angel. Stone Jensen, guitarist and leader of their biggest rival, Heavy Remedy, turns out to be anything but the jerk Nicks had thought him to be. Creepy interactions with the school's principal are offset by bringing in a favorite character from the first book, Willow. (And we also get a good dose of Marybeth from the first; everyone needs a Marybeth in their lives. I still want mine at 40!) Love the peeks we get at the four younger siblings in the Sorenson family. The ups and downs of being center stage, and of being in a relationship with someone center stage. Scary stalkers come in both male and female versions in this one.
Still adult reading for the language, sexual situations (though they are toned down from the first book - which at first disappointed me slightly because she writes them so well, but the story proves itself to be fantastic without the detail and will probably appeal to a wider audience based on that) and some violent situations.
It is really hard to write this review without spoilers, but definitely have your tissues ready. Several pages of my copy toward the end are wrinkled from the tear stains (and I am not one known to cry at books.) If the first one made you cry, as I remember several reviewers mentioning, this one will have you bawling. But I'll give you a slight spoiler that this one has a much happier ending, and the resolution will give you chills of the happy kind.
In summary, 5 stars is nowhere near enough - this one is clear out of the ballpark. Absolutely love it, love the author, and hope that there will be at least a #3 in the series because there are still so many things I would like to know more about.
I was thrilled to receive an ARC from the author, free for honest review.
May 22, 2014
Nicks Sorensen is in her last year of high school and finds herself dealing with all sorts of stress. She is the amazing guitarist of Wild Angel and her band is gaining some popularity. Stone Jensen, guitar player for Heavy Remedy, made some nasty comments about Nicks and her band out of jealousy before he knew them. Now he finds himself mesmerized by her talent, stunned by her looks, and wishing he could take back his ignorant statement. Nicks hates Stone for humiliating her, but finds herself drawn to him nonetheless. After he offers her a genuine apology, they quickly acknowledge all that they have in common in addition to their strong attraction to one another.
Nicks has always felt disconnected from her family and like the odd person out among her siblings without understanding why. She starts to have experiences she can't quite explain, and information starts coming to her that she can't ignore. With the help of Stone, and eventually her mother and father she starts to piece together some important life changing information. In the midst of her personal chaos and growing musical success, she finds herself in multiple dangerous situations she couldn't have predicted, and some that may alter the course of her life forever.
There are definitely twists and turns in this book that I never saw coming. I don't want to reveal much about those aspects of the story because experiencing them without any prior knowledge was part of what made things exciting. Emotions run high throughout this book and Nicks is an easy character to connect through and enjoy. Even some of the less plausible bits in the book were easy to overlook because of how much I liked these characters. I would highly recommend reading Rock'n Tapestries first before reading this. Everything means more knowing the root story provided there. Aside from the bad guys (who are pretty intense villains), I loved all the characters in this book. It was great to re-connect with Chelsea and get to know the other Sorensens. Stone is pretty spectacular all around, and his chemistry with Nicks is way hot.
Things definitely get scary, crazy, and intense. I couldn't put the book down once I started and I will gladly read more by this author in the future.
*An ARC was provided in exchange for an honest review
Nicks has always felt disconnected from her family and like the odd person out among her siblings without understanding why. She starts to have experiences she can't quite explain, and information starts coming to her that she can't ignore. With the help of Stone, and eventually her mother and father she starts to piece together some important life changing information. In the midst of her personal chaos and growing musical success, she finds herself in multiple dangerous situations she couldn't have predicted, and some that may alter the course of her life forever.
There are definitely twists and turns in this book that I never saw coming. I don't want to reveal much about those aspects of the story because experiencing them without any prior knowledge was part of what made things exciting. Emotions run high throughout this book and Nicks is an easy character to connect through and enjoy. Even some of the less plausible bits in the book were easy to overlook because of how much I liked these characters. I would highly recommend reading Rock'n Tapestries first before reading this. Everything means more knowing the root story provided there. Aside from the bad guys (who are pretty intense villains), I loved all the characters in this book. It was great to re-connect with Chelsea and get to know the other Sorensens. Stone is pretty spectacular all around, and his chemistry with Nicks is way hot.
Things definitely get scary, crazy, and intense. I couldn't put the book down once I started and I will gladly read more by this author in the future.
*An ARC was provided in exchange for an honest review
November 2, 2014
*Received copy in return for honest review, all opinions are my own and I was not compensated for this review*
Okay, WOW! I was blown away by this book, Shari Copell wrote a good book the first time around with Rock'n Tapestries but this was beyond amazing! The characters are fantastic, the story line has romance, young love, discovery of ones self, ghostly love, mystery, a bit of a scary aspect and Oh My Freaking Gods did I cry!!!! It's like a whole mess of things you wouldn't think would work together fit perfectly somehow thanks to Copell and her brilliance.
First off I just have to say I was instantly in LOVE with Nicks, she is amazing, she had a rough go of it as a kid, ended up going through SO much shit and is honestly so freaking tough as nails that I can't even feel anything but love for this girl and envy her larger than life balls and ability to roll with the punches. Chelsea and Tage's family is full of super amazing kids (T.J. is my favorite for sure) that all love each other so incredibly much. Then there is the amazing Stone, rocker guy with a soft side, he reminded me of the perfect combination between Asher and Tage and I couldn't have loved it more.
Secondly the freaking heartbreaking moments that made my cry like a baby, I could NEVER imagine being in the positions or situations that these poor people get put in. Nicks gets put through so much, finding out her whole life her parents have been keeping a secret from her, dealing with that alone is crazy, but add crazy groupie girls coming after her, crazy boys that can't take no for an answer and her high school principal being a crazy and creepy ass hole that is constantly on her case. That girl is made of tough stuff, but she takes the anger and harnesses it to help her get through it all.
Lastly I tell you all, READ THIS FREAKING BOOK, it is absolutely amazing, it's a roller coaster of a read and the emotions and surprises all through out this book are like nothing I have ever read.
Okay, WOW! I was blown away by this book, Shari Copell wrote a good book the first time around with Rock'n Tapestries but this was beyond amazing! The characters are fantastic, the story line has romance, young love, discovery of ones self, ghostly love, mystery, a bit of a scary aspect and Oh My Freaking Gods did I cry!!!! It's like a whole mess of things you wouldn't think would work together fit perfectly somehow thanks to Copell and her brilliance.
First off I just have to say I was instantly in LOVE with Nicks, she is amazing, she had a rough go of it as a kid, ended up going through SO much shit and is honestly so freaking tough as nails that I can't even feel anything but love for this girl and envy her larger than life balls and ability to roll with the punches. Chelsea and Tage's family is full of super amazing kids (T.J. is my favorite for sure) that all love each other so incredibly much. Then there is the amazing Stone, rocker guy with a soft side, he reminded me of the perfect combination between Asher and Tage and I couldn't have loved it more.
Secondly the freaking heartbreaking moments that made my cry like a baby, I could NEVER imagine being in the positions or situations that these poor people get put in. Nicks gets put through so much, finding out her whole life her parents have been keeping a secret from her, dealing with that alone is crazy, but add crazy groupie girls coming after her, crazy boys that can't take no for an answer and her high school principal being a crazy and creepy ass hole that is constantly on her case. That girl is made of tough stuff, but she takes the anger and harnesses it to help her get through it all.
Lastly I tell you all, READ THIS FREAKING BOOK, it is absolutely amazing, it's a roller coaster of a read and the emotions and surprises all through out this book are like nothing I have ever read.
August 25, 2016
I feel privileged to have been asked to be a beta-reader for this author, I just love reading books but hers were gut wrenchingly emotional. However I will not give out spoilers.
I like being so drawn into a story that I feel everything but when its finished I feel lonely and lost like I've left a little piece of me absorbed within the pages of that book, does that sound weird or wrong? That's how Shari made me feel, I am now having Asher, Nicks, Chelsea and Tage withdrawals and don't forget the hilarious T.J. Junior lol.
Well what can I say Shari, wow I was so blown away again with this story and you had me emotional from the beginning and by the end I was an utter wreck. Why do we fall in love with the leading character? Asher was special though, made me fall a little bit in love with him even though he no longer lived on this plane of existence and Tage is just a man that other men should look up to, completely smitten.
This story followed on 18 years later from the Rock'n Tapestries book but it felt like hardly any time had passed, many emotional scenes and loose ends tied up, Nicks got to know a little bit more about her biological father as well as herself, answering many questions for her and us that have been way overdue.
You can not categorize this book into any genre for this story has a bit of everything for everyone, romance, paranormal, erotic, action/adventure, thriller and comedy, so a little bit of everything really.
Thank you so much for sharing this story with me before your release date, its very much appreciated. And I can not wait for any other up and coming stories/novels from the author Shari Copell.
Well thought out, researched, very incisive and fantastically written.
Well done, you've done an amazing job with these novels.
I like being so drawn into a story that I feel everything but when its finished I feel lonely and lost like I've left a little piece of me absorbed within the pages of that book, does that sound weird or wrong? That's how Shari made me feel, I am now having Asher, Nicks, Chelsea and Tage withdrawals and don't forget the hilarious T.J. Junior lol.
Well what can I say Shari, wow I was so blown away again with this story and you had me emotional from the beginning and by the end I was an utter wreck. Why do we fall in love with the leading character? Asher was special though, made me fall a little bit in love with him even though he no longer lived on this plane of existence and Tage is just a man that other men should look up to, completely smitten.
This story followed on 18 years later from the Rock'n Tapestries book but it felt like hardly any time had passed, many emotional scenes and loose ends tied up, Nicks got to know a little bit more about her biological father as well as herself, answering many questions for her and us that have been way overdue.
You can not categorize this book into any genre for this story has a bit of everything for everyone, romance, paranormal, erotic, action/adventure, thriller and comedy, so a little bit of everything really.
Thank you so much for sharing this story with me before your release date, its very much appreciated. And I can not wait for any other up and coming stories/novels from the author Shari Copell.
Well thought out, researched, very incisive and fantastically written.
Well done, you've done an amazing job with these novels.
May 22, 2014
Wild Angel is the second book in the Rock’n Tapestries Series and although it could be read as a standalone, I highly recommend that you read Rock’n Tapestries first. It will make your reading experience of Wild Angel so much more pleasurable. I really feel like you need to meet Asher Pratt to really understand and appreciate his daughter, Nicks’ story. While this would be a great standalone, the emotional connection I had with Tage and Chelsea really helped me loved Nicks all the more. So, please, please read Rock’n Tapestries first.
I really do not even know where to start with this review because this book literally had IT ALL! Nicks is an almost 19 year old, bad ass guitar playing, sassy mouthed, senior in High school. She spends most of her time studying, playing Friday gigs at Tapestries (her parents bar) and serving detention for her stalkerish and, quite frankly, creepy as hell principal. This is Nicks story. It is the story of her meeting the love of her life, finding out family huge family secrets, and overcoming all of that. This book even had a good bit of action, blood, and guts. There was also a bit of a paranormal aspect. I really like paranormal but even if you do not, there wasn’t so much of it that it would put you off of the story. I ,literally, laughed out loud and cried a good many times through the course of this book. And that ending, well let me tell you, I was really pissed off for a bit there, thinking that Shari had done it again to me, but I was relieved that even though Asher didn’t come through in life in Rock’n Tapestries, he came through in death in Wild Angel. This was a great book, incredibly well written and kept me turning the pages. A must read, for sure.
Amie
I really do not even know where to start with this review because this book literally had IT ALL! Nicks is an almost 19 year old, bad ass guitar playing, sassy mouthed, senior in High school. She spends most of her time studying, playing Friday gigs at Tapestries (her parents bar) and serving detention for her stalkerish and, quite frankly, creepy as hell principal. This is Nicks story. It is the story of her meeting the love of her life, finding out family huge family secrets, and overcoming all of that. This book even had a good bit of action, blood, and guts. There was also a bit of a paranormal aspect. I really like paranormal but even if you do not, there wasn’t so much of it that it would put you off of the story. I ,literally, laughed out loud and cried a good many times through the course of this book. And that ending, well let me tell you, I was really pissed off for a bit there, thinking that Shari had done it again to me, but I was relieved that even though Asher didn’t come through in life in Rock’n Tapestries, he came through in death in Wild Angel. This was a great book, incredibly well written and kept me turning the pages. A must read, for sure.
Amie
October 7, 2014
Shari Copell once again kicks me in my gut and heart
I really wasn't sure about this novel when, prior to the release, the author described it containing paranormal elements. It just seemed like such a different direction than the first book. Then there's the fact that Rock'n Tapestries was amazingly good, delivering plot twists that left the reader feeling like they'd been sideswiped and had me thinking about the book months later. I wondered how could Copell make it different, but still deliver those gut-clenching moments. I shouldn't have put off reading the sequel. It was amazing!
Copell has the ability to make me feel alongside the characters. You feel their devastation, uncertainty, fear, love, hope, etc, but especially the heavy emotions. Remarkably, she even lulled me into complacency towards the end. I was surprised when I thought the plot was prematurely slowing down, but then the big turns hit. I realized the reason I felt all the heart pounding was because- once again- she caught me off guard before delivering some final blows. The final scene in both these books is just awesome but this one was better than the closing moments of the first book.
So final thoughts. The book was amazing and I will anxiously await any new releases by this author. Is it a typical rocker series? No, but in my opinion that's what makes it that good. If you're looking for the rocker series with hot guys, lots of hot sex, etc... this may not do it for you. If you want to be blown away with a good story, it's a must read. I've read both these books through kindle lending and then gone on to buy them because I KNOW I'll want to reread.
I really wasn't sure about this novel when, prior to the release, the author described it containing paranormal elements. It just seemed like such a different direction than the first book. Then there's the fact that Rock'n Tapestries was amazingly good, delivering plot twists that left the reader feeling like they'd been sideswiped and had me thinking about the book months later. I wondered how could Copell make it different, but still deliver those gut-clenching moments. I shouldn't have put off reading the sequel. It was amazing!
Copell has the ability to make me feel alongside the characters. You feel their devastation, uncertainty, fear, love, hope, etc, but especially the heavy emotions. Remarkably, she even lulled me into complacency towards the end. I was surprised when I thought the plot was prematurely slowing down, but then the big turns hit. I realized the reason I felt all the heart pounding was because- once again- she caught me off guard before delivering some final blows. The final scene in both these books is just awesome but this one was better than the closing moments of the first book.
So final thoughts. The book was amazing and I will anxiously await any new releases by this author. Is it a typical rocker series? No, but in my opinion that's what makes it that good. If you're looking for the rocker series with hot guys, lots of hot sex, etc... this may not do it for you. If you want to be blown away with a good story, it's a must read. I've read both these books through kindle lending and then gone on to buy them because I KNOW I'll want to reread.
May 18, 2014
I loved this book. Wild Angel in book two in the Rock'n Tapestries series. Book one in the Rock'n Tapestries series is Rock'n Tapestries. If you haven't read Rock'n Tapestries, you should read that one before reading Wild Angel.
In the acknowledgements in the beginning of the book Shari Copell say, "First and foremost, this book is for those of you who shed tears while reading Rock'n Tapestries. I love a happy ending too. Wild Angel is my attempt to put the universe back into alignment." After reading that I thought I wouldn't need tissues when reading Wild Angel but I was wrong. Keep your tissues nearby when reading Wild Angel.
Wild Angel is Nicks Sorenson, story. Nicks Sorenson is Asher and Chelsea's daughter. I was surprised when reading that Nicks didn't know Asher was her father. Stone Jensen, lead guitarist for the band Heavy Remedy, takes a liking to Nicks and in the process he uncovers that Asher is Nicks dad. I loved the whole way that Nicks finding out about her father was handled.
We get Asher in ghost form in this story. He at points gives warning that something bad might happen to Nicks. When reading you keep guessing who is out the harm Nicks. Is it the creepy principal, Mr. Marius, or Seth the guy Nicks won't date, or Emily Sotne's crazy groupie? When I did find out who was trying to hurt Nicks I was surprised who it was and how it all happened. Some tears were definitely shed but there is a happy ending.
In the acknowledgements in the beginning of the book Shari Copell say, "First and foremost, this book is for those of you who shed tears while reading Rock'n Tapestries. I love a happy ending too. Wild Angel is my attempt to put the universe back into alignment." After reading that I thought I wouldn't need tissues when reading Wild Angel but I was wrong. Keep your tissues nearby when reading Wild Angel.
Wild Angel is Nicks Sorenson, story. Nicks Sorenson is Asher and Chelsea's daughter. I was surprised when reading that Nicks didn't know Asher was her father. Stone Jensen, lead guitarist for the band Heavy Remedy, takes a liking to Nicks and in the process he uncovers that Asher is Nicks dad. I loved the whole way that Nicks finding out about her father was handled.
We get Asher in ghost form in this story. He at points gives warning that something bad might happen to Nicks. When reading you keep guessing who is out the harm Nicks. Is it the creepy principal, Mr. Marius, or Seth the guy Nicks won't date, or Emily Sotne's crazy groupie? When I did find out who was trying to hurt Nicks I was surprised who it was and how it all happened. Some tears were definitely shed but there is a happy ending.
October 22, 2014
I received this book in exchange for an honest review.
I actually received this book along with the first, Rock'n Tapestries. Together I liked the story. Individually I felt the first was lacking but read together, it felt complete. The story starts off pretty fast and dramatic. You feel for Chelsea and have a love-hate feel for Asher. You come to love the outcome with all the players involved. Destiny be damned, love will prevail, true love, right? But where does that leave everyone else that you came to love in the books? Just where they should be - on the love pedestal along with everyone else, I really liked that the author made sure Tage had a set place in this circle and that Chelsea was devoted fully with love and open arms even when she admits that part of her heart will always belong to Asher, how could it not? As tragic as the story be, if it played out any other way, it couldn't have been as enjoyable, at least for me. With all the questions it left out there for a maybe believer I still want to know why and maybe that was the author's intention to leave you guessing because how could anyone guess why anyone does anything in life. I can only hope there are other books allowing us to seek deeper answers into everyone else's life. Tiny maybe? Maybe even an older Lindsay? Heck I'd probably even want to read about TJ because he's just that cute!
I actually received this book along with the first, Rock'n Tapestries. Together I liked the story. Individually I felt the first was lacking but read together, it felt complete. The story starts off pretty fast and dramatic. You feel for Chelsea and have a love-hate feel for Asher. You come to love the outcome with all the players involved. Destiny be damned, love will prevail, true love, right? But where does that leave everyone else that you came to love in the books? Just where they should be - on the love pedestal along with everyone else, I really liked that the author made sure Tage had a set place in this circle and that Chelsea was devoted fully with love and open arms even when she admits that part of her heart will always belong to Asher, how could it not? As tragic as the story be, if it played out any other way, it couldn't have been as enjoyable, at least for me. With all the questions it left out there for a maybe believer I still want to know why and maybe that was the author's intention to leave you guessing because how could anyone guess why anyone does anything in life. I can only hope there are other books allowing us to seek deeper answers into everyone else's life. Tiny maybe? Maybe even an older Lindsay? Heck I'd probably even want to read about TJ because he's just that cute!
May 21, 2014
I actually enjoyed Wild Angel more than I did Rock 'n Tapestries. I loved the fact that Nicks was the daughter of the infamous Aster and that she was just as bad ass as her father but in a completely different way. She cared more about what people thought of her and she was really out to prove herself. I did enjoy catching up on Chelsea, Tage, Willow and Marybeth and seeing that too many things have not really changed between them. Stone was the perfect addiction to the story because he was one of the persons that hurt Nicks and also the one person who really understood her and her love for music. The love that they had for each other was similar to what her parents shared. The crazy characters that were added to the mix was great because it showed you that Nicks was also like her mother a lot and that sometimes the apple doesn't fall far from the tree.
Aster finally stepped up in this book and was the man that we all knew that he could be even if he wasn't really of this world. I loved the journey that Nicks had to go through to find out what was really going on with her parents and why she always felt the way that she did and though the way that she did. This was a great second book in the series and I hope to see more from Ms. Copell
Aster finally stepped up in this book and was the man that we all knew that he could be even if he wasn't really of this world. I loved the journey that Nicks had to go through to find out what was really going on with her parents and why she always felt the way that she did and though the way that she did. This was a great second book in the series and I hope to see more from Ms. Copell
November 1, 2014
I read Wild Angel right after I finished reading the first book so needless to say my expectations were pretty high... I wanted to know more about Asher and the reasons behind some of his decisions but unfortunately I wasn't satisfied on that.
The story starts off pretty good. Nicks badass persona on stage was fantastic but you soon realize that it's not really who she is. I really liked her relationship with Stone; he was really patient with her, as he should be after the things he said about her. I didn't like the fact that we had 3 different people attacking Nicks; I didn't really see the point, it only made the story look more like a soap opera.
I'm not sure if this book can be read as a standalone, my opinion is that it cannot. So if you've read the first one, Rock'n Tapestries, you should definitely read Wild Angel so you can have some kind of closure as a reader. If you haven't read the first book then you shouldn't bother. The fact that I do recommend Rock'n Tapestries automatically implies that I recommend Wild Angel as well, so there you have it!
*I received a free copy in exchange for my honest review*
The story starts off pretty good. Nicks badass persona on stage was fantastic but you soon realize that it's not really who she is. I really liked her relationship with Stone; he was really patient with her, as he should be after the things he said about her. I didn't like the fact that we had 3 different people attacking Nicks; I didn't really see the point, it only made the story look more like a soap opera.
I'm not sure if this book can be read as a standalone, my opinion is that it cannot. So if you've read the first one, Rock'n Tapestries, you should definitely read Wild Angel so you can have some kind of closure as a reader. If you haven't read the first book then you shouldn't bother. The fact that I do recommend Rock'n Tapestries automatically implies that I recommend Wild Angel as well, so there you have it!
*I received a free copy in exchange for my honest review*
March 15, 2014
Stone In Love.....4.5*
Thank You Shari Copell for putting me out of my misery and sending me an advanced copy of Wild Angel, after reading and loving Rock'n Tapestries I read the synopsis of Wild Angel and could not wait....
This book was the perfect mix of mom-porn, suspense and a side of paranormal. And although a great follow up to Rock'n Tapestries it could definitely be read as a stand alone. ( but who would want to do that)
I hate SPOILERS as that is what ruined Rock'n Tapestries for me. Wish I had never read them... So without giving anything away:
I was captivated by the story of Nicks and as I said above I am Stone,in Love... Want to find out what that means BUY THE BOOK. It will not disappoint. It gave closure on the story of Asher without ruining a thing. This book was worth the time and dare I say, worth the cry.I was pleasantly surprised with the twist of paranormal and found it worked perfect. Was not at all what I expected and on so many levels it went above and beyond.
Shari Copell has got it... I will be looking forward to her other books.
Thank You Shari Copell for putting me out of my misery and sending me an advanced copy of Wild Angel, after reading and loving Rock'n Tapestries I read the synopsis of Wild Angel and could not wait....
This book was the perfect mix of mom-porn, suspense and a side of paranormal. And although a great follow up to Rock'n Tapestries it could definitely be read as a stand alone. ( but who would want to do that)
I hate SPOILERS as that is what ruined Rock'n Tapestries for me. Wish I had never read them... So without giving anything away:
I was captivated by the story of Nicks and as I said above I am Stone,in Love... Want to find out what that means BUY THE BOOK. It will not disappoint. It gave closure on the story of Asher without ruining a thing. This book was worth the time and dare I say, worth the cry.I was pleasantly surprised with the twist of paranormal and found it worked perfect. Was not at all what I expected and on so many levels it went above and beyond.
Shari Copell has got it... I will be looking forward to her other books.
November 3, 2014
Received for an honest review.
I fell in love with Chelsea, Tage, Nicks, Stone and the kids. Their story is quite unique, tragic, volatile, loving. It's just crazy.
Nicks is a strong young woman who deals with way to much in a short amount of time. She uses her words to defend herself from bullies and hatred. She seems too level headed at times, but that is where her strength shows.
I'm not really sure how I feel about Asher's return. I loved that he was there to protect Nicks, however there are tons of questions I'm left with now that I'm done reading. I feel alittle lost.
Overall, I enjoyed the book but I was left with too many unresolved feelings. I cried, laughed, and celebrated but at the end of the day I'm left wanting. I think if you read Wild Angels first you don't have to read Rocking Tapestries. You get enough information to cover everything that you need to know.
I did loved that the men in this book were open with their feelings and had no problem expressing themselves. It was a breath of fresh air to read about emotional men.
I fell in love with Chelsea, Tage, Nicks, Stone and the kids. Their story is quite unique, tragic, volatile, loving. It's just crazy.
Nicks is a strong young woman who deals with way to much in a short amount of time. She uses her words to defend herself from bullies and hatred. She seems too level headed at times, but that is where her strength shows.
I'm not really sure how I feel about Asher's return. I loved that he was there to protect Nicks, however there are tons of questions I'm left with now that I'm done reading. I feel alittle lost.
Overall, I enjoyed the book but I was left with too many unresolved feelings. I cried, laughed, and celebrated but at the end of the day I'm left wanting. I think if you read Wild Angels first you don't have to read Rocking Tapestries. You get enough information to cover everything that you need to know.
I did loved that the men in this book were open with their feelings and had no problem expressing themselves. It was a breath of fresh air to read about emotional men.
January 10, 2015
4.5 Gut-wrenching Incredible stars!!!
WOW!!
<3 Stone In Love by Journey!!!!!!
I didn't read the first book, Rock 'n Tapestries for this series. But I didn't feel lost. The author does a phenomenal job filling in details that you feel like you have the whole story.
Nicks Sorenson, guitarist extraordinaire for the band Wild Angel, has a lot going on during her last year of high school. In fact, she sometimes wonders if someone has painted a bull’s eye on her forehead.
Stone Jensen, lead guitarist for the band Heavy Remedy, shows up everywhere she plays despite the bad blood between them.
God this was gut-wrenching to read at times. I sobbed. I devoured this in one day! I was hooked from page 1!!!
Its a love story, with some drama (which at some points I found a bit much but I was so wrapped up in the love between Nicks and Stone that it is forgiveable) and some paranormal, and I LOVED loooooved loved this aspect. My heart swoooned.
READ THIS .....fall in love too!!!
WOW!!
<3 Stone In Love by Journey!!!!!!
I didn't read the first book, Rock 'n Tapestries for this series. But I didn't feel lost. The author does a phenomenal job filling in details that you feel like you have the whole story.
Nicks Sorenson, guitarist extraordinaire for the band Wild Angel, has a lot going on during her last year of high school. In fact, she sometimes wonders if someone has painted a bull’s eye on her forehead.
Stone Jensen, lead guitarist for the band Heavy Remedy, shows up everywhere she plays despite the bad blood between them.
God this was gut-wrenching to read at times. I sobbed. I devoured this in one day! I was hooked from page 1!!!
Its a love story, with some drama (which at some points I found a bit much but I was so wrapped up in the love between Nicks and Stone that it is forgiveable) and some paranormal, and I LOVED loooooved loved this aspect. My heart swoooned.
READ THIS .....fall in love too!!!
May 24, 2014
What do you get when two guitarists from different bands collide? You get Wild Angel...
Wild Angel is the second book in the Rock'n Tapestries series and if justice is served well you should (and I highly recommend) that you read the first book Rock'N Tapestries to get a better understanding of the characters and the storyline of this series.
This book is all about Nicks Sorenson and Stone Jensen two hot and heavy metal guitarists from different bands but together they are like fire and water they sizzle and smolder. Of course it's not always that easy considering that they both have a rough start with each other.
For Stone though he becomes mesmerized by Nick and together they both take a journey that neither one could foresee.
The book has mystery, suspense and alot of pent up sexual tension that the reader will diffently enjoy.
Wild Angel is the second book in the Rock'n Tapestries series and if justice is served well you should (and I highly recommend) that you read the first book Rock'N Tapestries to get a better understanding of the characters and the storyline of this series.
This book is all about Nicks Sorenson and Stone Jensen two hot and heavy metal guitarists from different bands but together they are like fire and water they sizzle and smolder. Of course it's not always that easy considering that they both have a rough start with each other.
For Stone though he becomes mesmerized by Nick and together they both take a journey that neither one could foresee.
The book has mystery, suspense and alot of pent up sexual tension that the reader will diffently enjoy.
February 7, 2015
OMG!!! What's Not to Love
What a great installment to Rock'n Tapestries. Ms. Copell did a fabulous job with mixing some paranormal into this novel. I fell for Asher in book one and fell all over again in Wild Angel. Tage, Chelsea, Stone, Nicks and the siblings bring so much life and love to the story. This novel will make you so upset you just want to beat the stupid out of a character, break your heart...and finally mend it all back together. Although I am happy with the ending I feel for Asher. He never got to hold Nicks or see what a strong loving person she is. They say when you love someone they are truly never gone and with Asher I believe that's the case. I can't say it enough...amazing novel that touches your heart and will stay with you for a long time afterwards.
What a great installment to Rock'n Tapestries. Ms. Copell did a fabulous job with mixing some paranormal into this novel. I fell for Asher in book one and fell all over again in Wild Angel. Tage, Chelsea, Stone, Nicks and the siblings bring so much life and love to the story. This novel will make you so upset you just want to beat the stupid out of a character, break your heart...and finally mend it all back together. Although I am happy with the ending I feel for Asher. He never got to hold Nicks or see what a strong loving person she is. They say when you love someone they are truly never gone and with Asher I believe that's the case. I can't say it enough...amazing novel that touches your heart and will stay with you for a long time afterwards.
May 20, 2014
his book was amazing it started out With Nicks rocking on the stage in Tapestries her parents bar. Nicks heard this Stone guy said some crappy stuff about her with out evening meeting her.
Stone He finally hears Nicks play and now he regrets ever saying one bad thing. His body aches for Nicks in a way he never experienced. Nicks Just can't even stand him! Then one day she gives him a chance to talk .. And he apologies.
Their budding relationship continues to grow stronger this book was romantic, sad, happy and sizzling in the sexy scenes. It will pull every emotion you have. Because its that good!! Make sure you read book 1 before you read this One!! Book 2 Sold me. I loved book 1. But book two put me in the zone of wishing there was more then there was. Because it was worth the read!!
Stone He finally hears Nicks play and now he regrets ever saying one bad thing. His body aches for Nicks in a way he never experienced. Nicks Just can't even stand him! Then one day she gives him a chance to talk .. And he apologies.
Their budding relationship continues to grow stronger this book was romantic, sad, happy and sizzling in the sexy scenes. It will pull every emotion you have. Because its that good!! Make sure you read book 1 before you read this One!! Book 2 Sold me. I loved book 1. But book two put me in the zone of wishing there was more then there was. Because it was worth the read!!
May 6, 2014
Where to begin? Rock'n Tapestries was one of the best books that I have read...maybe ever. So I wasn't sure if it would be an easy book to follow. Shari did an awesome job with Wild Angel. I love her writing style and find her books captivate me from beginning to end.
I am not specifically a fan of paranormal stories but the elements in this book were limited to things that are not that far of a stretch for my imagination.
I don't like to give spoilers. I really hope there will be a third book following along maybe with a younger member of the family. I love the rock n roll parts of the books and the love scenes are hot but not trashy.
Thank you Shari for my ARC! I look forward to reading anything else you write in the future.
I am not specifically a fan of paranormal stories but the elements in this book were limited to things that are not that far of a stretch for my imagination.
I don't like to give spoilers. I really hope there will be a third book following along maybe with a younger member of the family. I love the rock n roll parts of the books and the love scenes are hot but not trashy.
Thank you Shari for my ARC! I look forward to reading anything else you write in the future.
May 18, 2014
Really enjoyed this book; liked it better than the first book. My only negative comment would be why Chelsea didn't tell Nicks how Asher explained his not wanting to get too close to her due to his illness. It was a dumb excuse, but he believed it was best for her.
Book held my attention from the beginning and was read in one sitting. Could not put it down. There was a lot of "did not see that coming" for me along with a few things I suspected (hoped for).
Have my fingers crossed there will be a book three!
Book held my attention from the beginning and was read in one sitting. Could not put it down. There was a lot of "did not see that coming" for me along with a few things I suspected (hoped for).
Have my fingers crossed there will be a book three!
June 3, 2014
Oh my gosh, this book was so good. I was worried after reading the first book because it seemed to me that the antihero, or the bad boy, the one who was supposed to end up with the girl, never did. I will try not to give anything away but in the end I was little sad after the first book. But Asher redeemed himself over and over in this book. His daughter Nicks was fabulous. The rest of the cast of characters really outdid themselves. And the story was worth the read. I really liked this book. Bravo!
June 14, 2014
Both of these books were absolutely EXCELLENT. The first on Rockin' Tapestries centers around a love affair of Asher and Chelsea. While they love fiercely they were not destined for their HEA. In the second book is the continuation with the story of their daughter Nichole.In this one it has a bit of a paranormal twist but it is a roller coaster ride of emotions as well.I highly recommend both of them to be read together..LOVED THEM
July 8, 2014
Boy i sure do love you Shari! I am so glad i read this book. I cried one minute and the next i was smiling. I like when i get done reading a book and i wish it would go on forever . And Stone and Nicks were so perfect together.This book made me love Asher so much more, but i'm still a little sad about him. But anyhow i would highly recommend reading this book ,but definitely read Rockin' Tapestries first.
August 9, 2014
Fantastic sequel to an awesome novel. I didn't think this series could get better, but it did. Such a wonderful book. I was an emotional timebomb and I exploded frequently. Very powerful. I loved the connection that was present through the characters. The ending left me tingly. I really can't start a sentence that won't end in a spoiler if I am specific about anything. One of my favorite reads.
ARC provided in exchange for honest review.
ARC provided in exchange for honest review.
April 12, 2017
We all remember brokenness and beauty of the relationship between Asher and Chelsea, this story is 19 years later from the first book. Chelseas daughter Nicks tried to find her way in life but not everything always goes right. Love, life, pride, jealousy, self-sacrifice... all of that makes the heartbreaking beautiful story. Second day ahead I cried like a baby - first, story of Asher and Chelsea, and now story of Nicks and Stone. I really love this story and looking forward to the next one.
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