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Beautiful #4

A Beautiful Rock

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After the video of his public outburst catapulted him to superstardom, Marcus now has everything he ever wanted. Or so he thought. Be careful what you wish for, his mother always told him...

After spending two years touring the globe, he's growing tired, and that endless line of women has become a sea of blurry and meaningless faces. When he returns home and receives a visit from Naomi, his previous object of affection, he finally starts to look at himself and what he's become. He doesn't like it.

Something has to change...

On the surface, Lisa is a pretty simple girl. She goes to work, spends time with her friends, and adores her dog, Perry. She loves the quiet life and isn't interested in the bright lights of Marcus's world. So when he takes an interest in her, she makes it very clear that she doesn't want what he's offering. You see, Lisa has secrets, and being seen with Marcus will be the key to her undoing.

Being a man used to getting what he wants, Marcus won't be taking no for an answer. For the first time, he has met someone who he feels a definite connection with, and he won't be taking no for an answer - even if it means inadvertently ruining everything Lisa has worked so hard to conceal...

Will Marcus and Lisa find a way to deal with her secrets and be together? Or will she push him away, ensuring Marcus is destined to always have his affections unreturned?

333 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 2014

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Lilliana Anderson

78 books1,176 followers
Bestselling Author of the Beautiful Series, Drawn and 47 Things, Lilliana has always loved to read and write, considering it the best form of escapism that the world has to offer.
Australian born and bred, she writes New Adult Romance revolving around her authentically Aussie characters with all the quirks you’d expect from those born Down Under.
Lilliana feels that the world should see Australia for more than just it's outback and tries to show characters in a city and suburban setting.
When she isn't writing, she wears the hat of 'wife and mother' to her husband and four children.
Before Lilliana turned to writing, she worked in a variety of industries and studied humanities and communications before transferring to commerce/law at university.
Originally from Sydney's Western suburbs, she currently lives a fairly quiet life in suburban Melbourne.

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Profile Image for Kristine GPI Bookblog.
379 reviews25 followers
April 3, 2014
Lilliana Anderson what you do to me!! I am absolutely blessed to beta read for Lilliana so I had the pleasure of seeing A Beautiful Rock before the rest of the world, and I've got to say Lilliana really did have her work cut out for her.

After finishing A Beautiful Melody I've got to say that I wanted to punch Marcus in his sanctimonious face, he behaved like a spoilt brat, I get it for one he wasn't used to being told no, and two his pride was hurt, but that's not love, no matter which way you want to try and spin it.

Marcus starts off in A Beautiful Rock very much the same way he was in ABM, a man whore, leading a very shallow and empty albeit rich and famous existence. It seems that this life may no longer hold the same appeal it once did. Enter Lisa, determined, strong, leading a very simple life, on the surface atleast, both Marcus and Lisa have secrets, have moments in their past that have had a major impact on their lives today.

For me, Marcus was near unredeemable, but that's the beauty of Lilliana's writing, she has an uncanny ability to rewrite her characters past transgressions, to change your opinion on someone from disgust to awe.
Lilliana you never cease to amaze me, you weave your tales in such a way that from the first page to the last line I can't put them down.
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1,055 reviews23 followers
September 29, 2015
Another cracker of a story. I just love Lisa in this book - she has so much spunk and an awesome attitude!
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101 reviews18 followers
March 20, 2014
Absolutely Beautiful!

****I beta read this for Lilliana Anderson****
I love the Beautiful Series by Lilliana Anderson!! Each of the books have a HEA! Each a story in their own. This is the story of Marcus, Theos brother from A Beautiful Melody where Marcus caused such a major scene at the last concert he performed with Matiari because Naomi chose Theo over him.

Marcus has been on the road now on tour with his new Indie band,for two years. He wished to be famous and well-known...so his wish has come true. The video that went viral of his last concert singing "Weighted" aiming it toward Naomi since she chose her love to Theo over him. Marcus thought he loved Naomi but all in all it was a challenge since he knew Theo loved her. His life was always a challenge to Theo. What Theo did he did it and did it better. What Theo wanted he wanted and he got it! Marcus returns back home after being gone and has an unwanted visit with Naomi. She says things to him to make him think twice about his life and he doesnt like what he sees in himself. He has a different women on his arm in every picutre taken of him and he just has to snap his fingers and he has whatever women he wants for the night.He used to have friends, he used to have family and he thought he was in love, once. All he has now is leeches and a staff that are paid to keep him happy. He doesnt even love himself. Hes sick of seeing his face everywhere he goes and sick of the groupies following him around. Hell hes even sick of his own voice. But all of this is about to change for him and he doesnt even see it coming. Marcus wants normalcy.

Lisa Russell is an independent little spitfire. She is happy with her day to day job and her dog Perry.(named after Perry Mason for his abilites of snooping) She doesnt want to be noticed and has one friend,Sandra, that she still doesnt tell all her secrets too. Sandra asks her to do her favor to interview Marcus for her since she was one of his many one weekend stands. Lisa agrees too so Sandra doesnt have to face him again. As Lisa puts it to Sandra.. "Not taking away from your sexual prowess or anything, but if hes a famous musician its probably more likely that all of the women he sleeps with are just one big blurry face with a pussy." Lisa does the interview not knowing who Marcus is.

Marcus finds Lisa to be attractive. She doesnt know who he is or anything about him. Or does she? He wants to be Lisa's friend and she doesnt want this. Lisa has a past shes running from and wants to keep anyone and everyone at a distance. Being friend with Marcus could possibly bring back her past. And Marcus is is gonna be her friend no matter what he has to do. He has found someone he wants to keep in his life. Someone that doesnt want anything from him.

What is Lisa running from? Will Marcus ever be a friend to her? Will Lisa stop running and confide in Marcus? Do they have a chance at love?

I gave this 5 stars. I loved the story and its so very well written!! Who doesnt love Rockstars? I do. They're hot! And Marcus is Hot!
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2,483 reviews43 followers
May 17, 2014
OMG If you haven't read this series you don't know what you are missing! This is a true romance story where heart aches leads to two people finding what they never thought they would have. After having there heart ache open for public scrutiny. Marcus is the ultimate Bad Boy Rock God who has a flock of women around the globe waiting for him to look their way. But after a while he realizes that, is this really what he wants? Loneliness i snot what he signed up for and that is exactly what he got. Fame and nothing else.
Lisa has been in the spot light for most of her life and after being hurt and then lashing out, the public retaliated and made her hide away changing her name to be anonymous.
But when you soul find the other half nothing can or will be as magical as having them combine as one.
Beautiful in exactly the perfect name for this series. Lilliana has created a series that just captivates you with every word and chapter. Beautiful honest characters that grab you and hold you attention. They suffer and you suffer right along with them. I don't think there is one book in this series that has not taken hold of my heart and kept begging for more. But Beautiful Rock has made me fall not only for the New Book Boyfriend that Marcus has become. But I fell for Lisa, a strong woman that knows her heart and shows that she can be strong without a man. A woman that despite her problems with the media and her family and ultimately the men in her life can rise above and be independent, even though is pains her to do so. In short she crated a woman I can admire who against all odds gets her HEA. A Beautiful love story... They Rocked my world!
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81 reviews2 followers
September 30, 2014
Miss Lilliana Anderson never disappoints!
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1,179 reviews30 followers
April 20, 2020
After the video of his public outburst catapulted him to superstardom, Marcus now has everything he ever wanted. Or so he thought. Be careful what you wish for, his mother always told him...

After spending two years touring the globe, he's growing tired, and that endless line of women has become a sea of blurry and meaningless faces. When he returns home and receives a visit from Naomi, his previous object of affection, he finally starts to look at himself and what he's become. He doesn't like it.

Something has to change...

On the surface, Lisa is a pretty simple girl. She goes to work, spends time with her friends, and adores her dog, Perry. She loves the quiet life and isn't interested in the bright lights of Marcus's world. So when he takes an interest in her, she makes it very clear that she doesn't want what he's offering. You see, Lisa has secrets, and being seen with Marcus will be the key to her undoing.

Being a man used to getting what he wants, Marcus won't be taking no for an answer. For the first time, he has met someone who he feels a definite connection with, and he won't be taking no for an answer - even if it means inadvertently ruining everything Lisa has worked so hard to conceal...

Will Marcus and Lisa find a way to deal with her secrets and be together? Or will she push him away, ensuring Marcus is destined to always have his affections unreturned?


Nice book.
17 reviews
September 1, 2019
Rock follows on with Marcus’s life after his split with Matiari, and his ‘betrayal’ from Theo and Naomi. While Marcus seems to have it all - fame, fortune, women...... he feels like the loneliest person in the world. That is, until Lisa does her friend a favour. Lisa hides her own darkness though and wants no connection to the fame and fortune merry go round. Marcus has his work cut out to convince her that they are meant to be together, and Lisa throws a massive curve ball that could end it all. A spellbinding read and fantastic fourth book in the series. Also loved the additional story on Theo and Naomi at the end.
I was lucky enough to receive this book as an ARC.
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260 reviews7 followers
April 10, 2014
****** Received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review ****** 4.5 amazingly good stars.

I love that the title of the series if called Beautiful. Each and every one of this books have a beautiful storyline attached to it. They may not start out so beautiful and pleasant but it sure ends that way. Marcus and Lisa's story started as a good friendship that blossomed into something more.

We met the infamous spoiled brat, Marcus Bailey, in a Beautiful Melody and the way he acted in that book I wasnt sure I wanted to hear his story. However, I was curiious to see who was capable of turning his world upside down and inside out. That someone was Lisa Russell. She was the first chick to not throw herself at him, nor did she even want to be in his presence but that didnt stop Marcus from chasing her down. Lisa was a force to be reckon with and was a perfect match for Marcus. She didnt fall for his stupid lines or tricks to get into the panties. She made him put in work to get her time, and goodies. She was a witty little character and I loved her inner monologue. Being in her head was unlike the others leading ladie in the beautiful series. Lisa had somewhat of a sense of humor, especially when she talked about her ex-boyfriend. I am a huge fan of alternating POVs in a book but in this case, I could have read the entire book in just Lisa's POV.

The reason I took away half a star is because of what happens towards the end of the book. Regardless, the ending was sweet and I am anxious to read more about Naomi and Theo.
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1,334 reviews25 followers
May 14, 2015
OK so we met Marcus in a beautiful melody.. I loved him but he turned out to be a A$$.. I do understand why.. He had his heart broken by 2 of the people he loved most.. So what does he do...? He lashes out and takes off..
2 Yrs later.. Here is Marcu.. Living his dream..(or so he thinks).. He has a interview he is supposed to do.. when he lands his eyes of this beautiful woman who looks totally out of place..
Lisa is a very beautiful young woman who is just trying to live the simple life.. See she has some very dark secrets she is trying to hide. Lisa's BFF and journilist Sanrda is supposed to be the one who interviews Marcus but she does not want to because see she slept with him.. she is embarrised.. nervious.. what if he remembers her.. or what if he doesent.. So she talks Lisa into doing it for her..
Lisa shows at the Interview looking for this Marcus guy.. She goes to these guys asking where she can find him.. (little does she know she is talking to him) hehe..
What happens when you are used to getting what you want.. haveing women fall all over you... then the one woman you actually want tells you NO.. Well you will have to read this book.. I sooooo could go on for days and just tell you everything but I wont.. you need to read this.. Marcus totally redeemed himself in this book and I totally fell for him..
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Author 14 books265 followers
January 11, 2015
Rock star, Marcus, is no longer enjoying his success. He’s tired of the endless parade of women willing to jump into his bed and all the people wanting to kiss his feet.

He meets Lisa when she interviews him as a favour for her journalist friend, Sandra. Lisa isn't falling at his feet or into his bed. She doesn't even want to be his friend, which makes him want to be her friend even more. Marcus finds where she lives and insinuates himself into her dog’s good graces and her life.

Lisa and Marcus start to fall for each other, but Lisa doesn't want to be anywhere near the limelight that being a rock star’s girlfriend might attract. Lisa has a past that she wants kept hidden. When that past comes out, an interesting turn of events ensues.

Lilliana is a fabulous writer. Her characters come to life from the page and weave their way into your heart. She does a fantastic job of redeeming a previously obnoxious Marcus. Lisa’s character is sassy and independent, yet vulnerable.

I read this book in a few hours it was that awesome. If you haven’t read any of the Beautiful Series, you are missing out. Start with A Beautiful Struggle, it’s currently free.

Cheers
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2,811 reviews243 followers
April 30, 2014
A Beautiful Rock is a great read!! It's the forth book in the Beautiful series. It can be read as a stand alone or in order. I have gathered from the story that Marcus played a part in A Beautiful Melody (Beautiful #3). I have not read any of the other books in the series. I was not lost when reading it.

I loved Marcus and Lisa. I loved how Marcus and Lisa meet, that was one of the best meeting I have read.

When reading we know that Lisa is keeping stuff from her past secret from everyone. Marcus' past is not hidden and easily found by goggling his name. Lisa is hesitant to start anything with Marcus because she doesn't want to be in the limelight. The past finally catches up with them. I won't tell you want happens, you'll have to read it to find out but you won't be disappointed.

It has no cliffhanger. It is a great read.
6 reviews
April 8, 2014
It was rushed,which was good because Marcus didn't deserve a book and in this book he was the same,he basically stalk her and was forceful and, I absolutely dislike that, Lisa was a wonderful character i wish she could have gotten with a different character like maybe someone from matiari. I hope a beautiful star isnt about Jonatha,n i was really hoping for a beautiful reunion coming up but i guess we have to wait on that..
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160 reviews2 followers
April 6, 2014
The Beautiful Rock(A Beautiful Series Novel)

The Beautiful Rock(A Beautiful Series Novel)

Marcus was a sad and lonely Rock Star until he met Lisa that turned his life around they had their fair share of despotism but when it comes to each other they were soul mate.I love love story but this is a classic.I'm glad they got rid of his manager.He was a loser.Thank You for this book.Ruby Miller
9 reviews1 follower
September 7, 2014
A good addition to the series, I was glad to see the follow-up since it was so emotional in the last story. This one had it all and for those of us following the series I am sure we can agree, it was a great read and for those of you out of the loop come on catch up you won't regret the ride.. Thanks Ms Anderson looking forward to reading more
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351 reviews16 followers
May 24, 2015
As soon as I started this book, I finished! This book captivated me and loved every minute of it. I was dying to find out about Marcus. You could tell in 'A Beautiful Melody' that there was more to Marcus. His girlfriend Lisa Russell, lets say the lime light was a sore point and gave Marcus 'whiplash'!!!!!! Lilliana you have stopped me from all house duties but well worth it!!!
Profile Image for Ann .
1,709 reviews17 followers
October 29, 2015
Loved it

I really loved and enjoyed reading this one, even more than the one before. Couldn't put it down, that's how good it was. Loved the story of Lisa and Marcus, loved their romance. Just to see how she made him a better man and finally made him see what real love is :-) really such a great read. Fun, hot and emotional. Worth the read.
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1,709 reviews17 followers
August 15, 2016
I really loved and enjoyed reading this one, even more than the one before. Couldn't put it down, that's how good it was. Loved the story of Lisa and Marcus, loved their romance. Just to see how she made him a better man and finally made him see what real love is :-) really such a great read. Fun, hot and emotional. Worth the read.
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331 reviews7 followers
May 26, 2014
It was ok. It started as FSOG and then moved on to a kind of typical rock star book. I liked how the character developed and were able to grwo up. The time span was kimd of difficult to follow, but it was ok.
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193 reviews
December 1, 2015
WTH!!!! I loved this book. I am so happy I got to read of Marcus and that he found love. I enjoyed reading the beautiful series and now to Sandra. Can't wait!!!! Lilliana you are amazing, keep them coming!!
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24 reviews2 followers
April 29, 2014
Lilliana you did it again, stole my heart with your books. I can never get enough of this series, more please!
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September 26, 2014
Not sure why but this book didn't grab me like the other stories in the series but it was still a good read.
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576 reviews
May 11, 2014
I love this series! It's exciting and is a true page turner. Can't wait for the next book to be released!
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June 8, 2014
I couldn't get into it, unfortunately.
212 reviews1 follower
April 23, 2015
Really enjoyed this book, another great one in the series.
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