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Be My Rebound
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Laurel Halifax spent the last four years hiding.
Hiding from the paparazzi and her failure to follow in the footsteps of her revered musician father. She intends to remain unseen and forgotten, but a chance encounter with Jace Blackmore, a guitar legend in progress, scatters Laurel’s intentions to the wind.
Obsessed with his career, Jace is determined to dominate the world’s music industry. He’s a bold go-getter, but he’s on the brink of losing everything if he doesn’t convince everyone he knows (including himself) that he’s over a certain girl. His solution? Ask Laurel to be his rebound.
Laurel has been burnt by his kind before—a fame seeker who’s roguish and funny and carelessly handsome. Still, she’s fascinated by his brazen proposal, so she accepts it. Together they run into a series of (mis)adventures that make Laurel’s head spin and her heart spark to life. Jace makes her forget that she used to fear the tabloids. He makes her forget there was a time love meant duplicity and heartbreak.
And as their summer fling gains momentum, he also makes her forget that rebounds aren’t meant to last. Jace is different. He’s honest, and considerate, and he supports Laurel whether she chooses to step out into the light or remain in the shadows. He could never break her heart. Right…?
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You’ll love this story if you’re after a reluctant rebel heroine colliding with a swoony rock star hero, both of them getting a second chance at love.
Be My Rebound is a sweet and clean, rockstar romance. Heat Level: PG-13 (kissing, mild sensuality)
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Laurel Halifax spent the last four years hiding.
Hiding from the paparazzi and her failure to follow in the footsteps of her revered musician father. She intends to remain unseen and forgotten, but a chance encounter with Jace Blackmore, a guitar legend in progress, scatters Laurel’s intentions to the wind.
Obsessed with his career, Jace is determined to dominate the world’s music industry. He’s a bold go-getter, but he’s on the brink of losing everything if he doesn’t convince everyone he knows (including himself) that he’s over a certain girl. His solution? Ask Laurel to be his rebound.
Laurel has been burnt by his kind before—a fame seeker who’s roguish and funny and carelessly handsome. Still, she’s fascinated by his brazen proposal, so she accepts it. Together they run into a series of (mis)adventures that make Laurel’s head spin and her heart spark to life. Jace makes her forget that she used to fear the tabloids. He makes her forget there was a time love meant duplicity and heartbreak.
And as their summer fling gains momentum, he also makes her forget that rebounds aren’t meant to last. Jace is different. He’s honest, and considerate, and he supports Laurel whether she chooses to step out into the light or remain in the shadows. He could never break her heart. Right…?
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You’ll love this story if you’re after a reluctant rebel heroine colliding with a swoony rock star hero, both of them getting a second chance at love.
Be My Rebound is a sweet and clean, rockstar romance. Heat Level: PG-13 (kissing, mild sensuality)
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388 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 10, 2022
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July 28, 2024
Read it for the :
• Character growth
• Music industry references
• Celebrity romance
• Complex relationships
• Found family themes
• Anxiety representation
• He falls first, but they both fall hard
-CONTENT-
❤️ clean, kissing only
⚠️ mention of past alcohol abuse
Final rating 4.5/5
Hear me out: this is a celebrity romance featuring complex relationships, character growth, chemistry-driven romance, and a third-act breakup that made sense. Unique, memorable, and fun, Be me rebound needs a spot on your TBR.
It took a bit for me to be invested, but as soon as the author hit her stride, I couldn’t put it down.
While I enjoyed so many parts of this story, my favorite had to be the characters. The dynamic between Jace and Laurel had me hooked. Their chemistry was instant and only grew in substance as the story unfolded. I liked the fact that they pushed each other in ways others could not and their shared passion for music. I loved the fact that while they made each other better, they had to work on themselves. The communication (even the lack of it) and broad emotional range they had made their relationship realistic.
The complexity of Jace’s friendship (and one-time unrequited love) with Juliet and her husband, Shane, was so good! It added the perfect amount of drama. I appreciated the stubble glimpses into Jace’s pride and flaws as the story progressed. I admired that he didn’t lose the trait of blurting out the first thing that came to his mind. I loved seeing Laurel’s confidence in her craft and in herself grow too. The anxiety she experienced on stage and in public was wonderful to see represented. This story began with me loving Jace and disliking Laurel and then flipping the script. Finishing with me rooting for both.
Although this is a standalone, there is another series featuring the stories of several secondary characters including Shane and Juliet, who played significant roles in this book. I think would have benefited more from reading that series first, if only for context.
Side note: I thought the band names were silly until I took a look at my own playlist. Do not be quick to judge, some of the greats have the strangest names.
This was my first book by Ayra Matthews, but it will not be the last.
*I received a complementary copy of this book. The opinions expressed in this review are my own.
• Character growth
• Music industry references
• Celebrity romance
• Complex relationships
• Found family themes
• Anxiety representation
• He falls first, but they both fall hard
-CONTENT-
❤️ clean, kissing only
⚠️ mention of past alcohol abuse
Final rating 4.5/5
Hear me out: this is a celebrity romance featuring complex relationships, character growth, chemistry-driven romance, and a third-act breakup that made sense. Unique, memorable, and fun, Be me rebound needs a spot on your TBR.
It took a bit for me to be invested, but as soon as the author hit her stride, I couldn’t put it down.
While I enjoyed so many parts of this story, my favorite had to be the characters. The dynamic between Jace and Laurel had me hooked. Their chemistry was instant and only grew in substance as the story unfolded. I liked the fact that they pushed each other in ways others could not and their shared passion for music. I loved the fact that while they made each other better, they had to work on themselves. The communication (even the lack of it) and broad emotional range they had made their relationship realistic.
The complexity of Jace’s friendship (and one-time unrequited love) with Juliet and her husband, Shane, was so good! It added the perfect amount of drama. I appreciated the stubble glimpses into Jace’s pride and flaws as the story progressed. I admired that he didn’t lose the trait of blurting out the first thing that came to his mind. I loved seeing Laurel’s confidence in her craft and in herself grow too. The anxiety she experienced on stage and in public was wonderful to see represented. This story began with me loving Jace and disliking Laurel and then flipping the script. Finishing with me rooting for both.
Although this is a standalone, there is another series featuring the stories of several secondary characters including Shane and Juliet, who played significant roles in this book. I think would have benefited more from reading that series first, if only for context.
Side note: I thought the band names were silly until I took a look at my own playlist. Do not be quick to judge, some of the greats have the strangest names.
This was my first book by Ayra Matthews, but it will not be the last.
*I received a complementary copy of this book. The opinions expressed in this review are my own.
August 21, 2024
LOVED IT. Absolutely FABULOUS! A new favorite romance!
Writing- I’m so excited to discover a new-to-me author that blows my socks off! The writing was STELLAR. I made tons of highlights. The deep characterization… mind blown. The steady pacing, the swoony romance, the engaging banter, the funny and spot-on commentary in the two POVs… So, so good!
The chapters being called “tracks” was witty, and the titles were perfect. I’ve been listening to the playlist at the end, and it’s great so far!
Characters- Dual POV, and NAILED it. I felt like I really KNEW these two characters and I loved them in spite of their weaknesses. I understood and empathized with them.
The author did a good job of painting the difficult, frustrating (and rather unnatural, imo) dynamic between the MMC and his female BFF as mostly realistic and very complicated. It would DEFINITELY be a hurdle for me if I was the FMC, and I was so glad when he told the FMC at the end that SHE was now #1 for him. That needed to be stated.
Romance- Oh wow, these two. They were MEANT for each other. Their chemistry was OFF THE CHARTS. And guess what- it was totally clean. Yes, a good author can achieve incredible chemistry without sex.
At one point, they had a blowup argument that felt so real and raw, and I loved it because it all needed to be said. It needed to be dealt with. The angst was perfect! And that’s saying something since I hate confrontations and usually don’t like it in romances I read. But I loved it here.
Plot- I loved the development and progression of their relationship as well as how they were able to conquer their own personal demons. I was engaged the entire time. I’m not even into celebrity or rockstar romances, so again, the fact that I loved this so much speaks to how well written it was.
Content-
Language- no swearing and yet it never felt juvenile!!!!
Substance abuse- none. I love that they both have sworn off alcohol for their own reasons.
Spice- clean
Cliffhanger- no
Cover- love it!
Format- KU. But I’m buying the hard copy to add to my personal library.
Writing- I’m so excited to discover a new-to-me author that blows my socks off! The writing was STELLAR. I made tons of highlights. The deep characterization… mind blown. The steady pacing, the swoony romance, the engaging banter, the funny and spot-on commentary in the two POVs… So, so good!
The chapters being called “tracks” was witty, and the titles were perfect. I’ve been listening to the playlist at the end, and it’s great so far!
Characters- Dual POV, and NAILED it. I felt like I really KNEW these two characters and I loved them in spite of their weaknesses. I understood and empathized with them.
The author did a good job of painting the difficult, frustrating (and rather unnatural, imo) dynamic between the MMC and his female BFF as mostly realistic and very complicated. It would DEFINITELY be a hurdle for me if I was the FMC, and I was so glad when he told the FMC at the end that SHE was now #1 for him. That needed to be stated.
Romance- Oh wow, these two. They were MEANT for each other. Their chemistry was OFF THE CHARTS. And guess what- it was totally clean. Yes, a good author can achieve incredible chemistry without sex.
At one point, they had a blowup argument that felt so real and raw, and I loved it because it all needed to be said. It needed to be dealt with. The angst was perfect! And that’s saying something since I hate confrontations and usually don’t like it in romances I read. But I loved it here.
Plot- I loved the development and progression of their relationship as well as how they were able to conquer their own personal demons. I was engaged the entire time. I’m not even into celebrity or rockstar romances, so again, the fact that I loved this so much speaks to how well written it was.
Content-
Language- no swearing and yet it never felt juvenile!!!!
Substance abuse- none. I love that they both have sworn off alcohol for their own reasons.
Spice- clean
Cliffhanger- no
Cover- love it!
Format- KU. But I’m buying the hard copy to add to my personal library.
June 20, 2023
I'm always up for a good celebrity style romance and this one by Arya Matthews was so unique and amazing! I quickly fell in love with the story and didn’t want it to end.
Laurel is the daughter of a famous singer. She has musical talents herself but she is just tired of the paparazzi and being noticed. She's developed social anxiety and has stopped going out in public preferring to spend her days at home reading. She was so well written and I could really feel for her and everything she was going through.
Then she meets Jace, who is a guitarist of a band that had some success in the beginning but is now struggling. They meet at Laurel's cousin's guitar store. The last thing Laurel wants is to be involved with a musician. At first she believes that Jace is only using her to get close to her father, but she starts to see this is not the case. Jace is a character with so much depth. He is talented but doesn’t believe he is good enough to be successful. Although he is frustrated with his music he doesn’t want help from anyone and he is the complete opposite of Laurel. He enjoys going out in public,being noticed and talking to his fans. I loved his humor and how he treated Laurel.
Together Laurel and Jace were such a refreshing couple. They are both dealing with their own anxieties and challenges and learn to grow through them together. The dual point of view gives us insight into what they are both thinking which I loved. Their romance was amazing!
Loved, loved, loved everything about it!
This was my first time reading a book by Arya Matthews and it won’t be my last! I will definitely be checking out her previous series and recommending this book to those who love a good celebrity romance. It clean and creative with just the right amount of angst. It was everything I hoped for and more!
I received a complimentary copy of this book as a gift from the author. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Laurel is the daughter of a famous singer. She has musical talents herself but she is just tired of the paparazzi and being noticed. She's developed social anxiety and has stopped going out in public preferring to spend her days at home reading. She was so well written and I could really feel for her and everything she was going through.
Then she meets Jace, who is a guitarist of a band that had some success in the beginning but is now struggling. They meet at Laurel's cousin's guitar store. The last thing Laurel wants is to be involved with a musician. At first she believes that Jace is only using her to get close to her father, but she starts to see this is not the case. Jace is a character with so much depth. He is talented but doesn’t believe he is good enough to be successful. Although he is frustrated with his music he doesn’t want help from anyone and he is the complete opposite of Laurel. He enjoys going out in public,being noticed and talking to his fans. I loved his humor and how he treated Laurel.
Together Laurel and Jace were such a refreshing couple. They are both dealing with their own anxieties and challenges and learn to grow through them together. The dual point of view gives us insight into what they are both thinking which I loved. Their romance was amazing!
Loved, loved, loved everything about it!
This was my first time reading a book by Arya Matthews and it won’t be my last! I will definitely be checking out her previous series and recommending this book to those who love a good celebrity romance. It clean and creative with just the right amount of angst. It was everything I hoped for and more!
I received a complimentary copy of this book as a gift from the author. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
January 14, 2023
This was my first read by Arya Matthews and I really enjoyed this sweet rockstar romance! Fun banter, great families (one’s a found family), good character growth, and I always love a good celebrity-style romance. Technically, they’re both famous,
which was a fun twist.
Things I Loved:
-“Tracks” instead of chapters—seriously cute.
-“You’re playing it wrong.”
-“I can’t decide whether you’re a complete jerk or if joking is your coping mechanism.”
“Oh, why choose?”
-Hal
-Running from the paparazzi
-Stolen pudding
-Sharpie drawings
-“Cake, fire, kiss, and truth.”
-“Do we make up or break up?”
-Flashcards
-“Remember, you’re a fighter.” 😂
-Wishes
-A heartwarming and super fun “Bonus Track” (aka epilogue)
I really appreciated that real issues weren’t skirted over in this story, and how the characters grew and dealt with them. It definitely made me want to go check out the previous series and dig into the history behind these characters. And I’m curious to see who else’s stories we’ll get next!
Triggers: This touches on anxiety and past alcohol abuse in a very health way, I appreciated the representation without it getting too heavy.
Content: I don’t think there’s any actual swearing, but alternatives or saying they swore occurs. Overall a closed-door, sweet read. ☺️
which was a fun twist.
Things I Loved:
-“Tracks” instead of chapters—seriously cute.
-“You’re playing it wrong.”
-“I can’t decide whether you’re a complete jerk or if joking is your coping mechanism.”
“Oh, why choose?”
-Hal
-Running from the paparazzi
-Stolen pudding
-Sharpie drawings
-“Cake, fire, kiss, and truth.”
-“Do we make up or break up?”
-Flashcards
-“Remember, you’re a fighter.” 😂
-Wishes
-A heartwarming and super fun “Bonus Track” (aka epilogue)
I really appreciated that real issues weren’t skirted over in this story, and how the characters grew and dealt with them. It definitely made me want to go check out the previous series and dig into the history behind these characters. And I’m curious to see who else’s stories we’ll get next!
Triggers: This touches on anxiety and past alcohol abuse in a very health way, I appreciated the representation without it getting too heavy.
Content: I don’t think there’s any actual swearing, but alternatives or saying they swore occurs. Overall a closed-door, sweet read. ☺️
February 22, 2023
It Hit The Spot
This book really hit the spot for me today. I'm a moody reader and thanks to a snow day, I read it all in one day. It was fun to see old friends from previous books and be back in the world of rock stars again. Great characters with emotional things going on. Lots to work through, but so satisfying in the end. 💙💙
This book really hit the spot for me today. I'm a moody reader and thanks to a snow day, I read it all in one day. It was fun to see old friends from previous books and be back in the world of rock stars again. Great characters with emotional things going on. Lots to work through, but so satisfying in the end. 💙💙
February 13, 2023
After a rough week, I needed a story that I knew I would be invested in, so I picked up Be My Rebound by Arya Matthews! The characters and the story drew me in, and I really enjoyed reading it!
Laurel doesn’t want fame and attention, which is hard because her dad is famous. Jace wants to be famous on his own merits, not accepting help from anyone. Their romance is filled with tension, banter, sweet moments, and trying to help each other get past difficult things. I appreciated the social anxiety aspect to the story, and I thought both characters were very well written!
I really enjoyed the first series, so I was excited to read Jace’s story! It was great, and I’m looking forward to the next book in the series!
4.5/5 stars!
Content:
Clean romance
Occasional implied swearing
Laurel doesn’t want fame and attention, which is hard because her dad is famous. Jace wants to be famous on his own merits, not accepting help from anyone. Their romance is filled with tension, banter, sweet moments, and trying to help each other get past difficult things. I appreciated the social anxiety aspect to the story, and I thought both characters were very well written!
I really enjoyed the first series, so I was excited to read Jace’s story! It was great, and I’m looking forward to the next book in the series!
4.5/5 stars!
Content:
Clean romance
Occasional implied swearing
November 14, 2022
FJAWORHGSLJKASLDAWIJWAL - this is my brain right now, still not over how good this was (and after finishing the book way too late at night for my own good). I’ve read the Reluctant heartbreakers & Sweet troublemakers this summer: it was love at first sight for this series. And since then, I’ve been waiting for another book from Arya... AND HERE IT IS... and it’s about JACE!
Let me talk about Jace a little (just kidding, I’ll talk A LOT about him!). I’ve read Unsustainable and, even though I was happy for the main characters, I was so in love with Jace already that my heart was a little broken through this read. Since then, I’ve been hoping to get Jace’s story and now, I’ve had it, and it was PERFECT. I already knew how much I loved that man but to see his story made me love him even more. As much as I love the Viper boys, I’d choose Jace over anyone without a doubt. [Did I ever say I have a soft spot for the nickname Princess cause I do haha!] I feel like Jace is the perfect example of the "bad boy" with a soft interior cause he acts like he doesn’t care but still, he’s just so careful and wants the best for everyone around him. He is precious.
Laurel is also a great character. Easy to love and her family was such a fun bunch! I really liked seeing her get out of her tower! She was so easy to relate to cause my dream is to hide from the world and read all the time haha (I would also make an exception and go out for Jace so, see? We are the same person (except I suck at music... Well, that’s not entirely true cause now that I think about it, I did follow my father’s steps and play clarinet with him in an orchestra when I was young... so really, when you think about it, I’m just a boring version of Laurel... but that’s not the point, make me stop with these stories!)). All of that to say: I related a lot to that character.
There were SO many swoony moments that made me wanna squeal out loud in this book!
SO MANY!
(I also wanted to punch Hal at some point in the book... if you know, you know).
There is something in Arya’s way of writing that just gets me hooked and I can’t stop reading. Even after I’m done, I still feel like I’m in the story, and my mind goes back to it instantly when I’m daydreaming.
I love how we get to see what the characters are thinking and it’s just always so funny, relatable. And how the characters are always 100% true to themselves and if they do something stupid they’ll admit it was stupid and they will work on it to get better and find a way to patch things up. It’s just great character development every time. Which makes the stories really interesting and soothing.
Gonna be honest, Arya’s books are now officially my safe place. Reading them is like getting a hug, it makes you feel better instantly!
Huge thanks to the author for the book. All opinions are my own.
Let me talk about Jace a little (just kidding, I’ll talk A LOT about him!). I’ve read Unsustainable and, even though I was happy for the main characters, I was so in love with Jace already that my heart was a little broken through this read. Since then, I’ve been hoping to get Jace’s story and now, I’ve had it, and it was PERFECT. I already knew how much I loved that man but to see his story made me love him even more. As much as I love the Viper boys, I’d choose Jace over anyone without a doubt. [Did I ever say I have a soft spot for the nickname Princess cause I do haha!] I feel like Jace is the perfect example of the "bad boy" with a soft interior cause he acts like he doesn’t care but still, he’s just so careful and wants the best for everyone around him. He is precious.
Laurel is also a great character. Easy to love and her family was such a fun bunch! I really liked seeing her get out of her tower! She was so easy to relate to cause my dream is to hide from the world and read all the time haha (I would also make an exception and go out for Jace so, see? We are the same person (except I suck at music... Well, that’s not entirely true cause now that I think about it, I did follow my father’s steps and play clarinet with him in an orchestra when I was young... so really, when you think about it, I’m just a boring version of Laurel... but that’s not the point, make me stop with these stories!)). All of that to say: I related a lot to that character.
There were SO many swoony moments that made me wanna squeal out loud in this book!
SO MANY!
(I also wanted to punch Hal at some point in the book... if you know, you know).
There is something in Arya’s way of writing that just gets me hooked and I can’t stop reading. Even after I’m done, I still feel like I’m in the story, and my mind goes back to it instantly when I’m daydreaming.
I love how we get to see what the characters are thinking and it’s just always so funny, relatable. And how the characters are always 100% true to themselves and if they do something stupid they’ll admit it was stupid and they will work on it to get better and find a way to patch things up. It’s just great character development every time. Which makes the stories really interesting and soothing.
Gonna be honest, Arya’s books are now officially my safe place. Reading them is like getting a hug, it makes you feel better instantly!
Huge thanks to the author for the book. All opinions are my own.
November 19, 2022
Be My Rebound is the first book in Arya Matthews new series. I cannot even say how excited I was to see Jace get the first book. You first meet him in UnSustainable where it shows his friendship with Juliette. However he was in love with her and she only saw him as her best friend. So you know, the guy has some emotions to deal with.
Jace is a famous guitarist for Acid Churro Dreams who wants his band to succeed on their own merit. He meets Laurel who is the famous daughter of a legendary rockstar who has been in hiding for the past four years due to her past experiences with fame.
Arya Matthews always writes characters who have flaws and make mistakes(sometimes lots of mistakes), yet this makes them so relatable. I also love a book with character growth and you get that throughout the book. Not only do Laurel and Jace help each other but they work through problems on their own and learn about themselves along the way.
So basically:The storyline was amazing, all the characters were awesome and reading this book kept me thoroughly entertained! Also a clean rockstar romance!
So many things I love about this book!
Them playing guitar together
Her dads words of wisdom
The band
Jelly- she’s awesome
Jace fixing relationships
So many more scenes but I don’t want to spoil anything
Jace is a famous guitarist for Acid Churro Dreams who wants his band to succeed on their own merit. He meets Laurel who is the famous daughter of a legendary rockstar who has been in hiding for the past four years due to her past experiences with fame.
Arya Matthews always writes characters who have flaws and make mistakes(sometimes lots of mistakes), yet this makes them so relatable. I also love a book with character growth and you get that throughout the book. Not only do Laurel and Jace help each other but they work through problems on their own and learn about themselves along the way.
So basically:The storyline was amazing, all the characters were awesome and reading this book kept me thoroughly entertained! Also a clean rockstar romance!
So many things I love about this book!
Them playing guitar together
Her dads words of wisdom
The band
Jelly- she’s awesome
Jace fixing relationships
So many more scenes but I don’t want to spoil anything
December 27, 2022
Be my Rebound was a clean, easy read.
Laurel and Jace were a cute couple with no heavy drama to muddle their relationship. All in all, it's a great book to spend an afternoon wrapped up in.
Laurel and Jace were a cute couple with no heavy drama to muddle their relationship. All in all, it's a great book to spend an afternoon wrapped up in.
February 4, 2023
Clean Contemporary Romance
A sweet contemporary romance filled with rockstars and the rediscovery of self.
Two people destined to be together but reluctant to enter into anything, find themselves on a path to happily ever after.
It includes a trope that isn’t my favorite but it was so well done I didn’t even mind!
Content: anxiety
A sweet contemporary romance filled with rockstars and the rediscovery of self.
Two people destined to be together but reluctant to enter into anything, find themselves on a path to happily ever after.
It includes a trope that isn’t my favorite but it was so well done I didn’t even mind!
Content: anxiety
December 21, 2022
This is a great author and I love her rock band series. If you haven’t started the Project Viper series, it’s not necessary, but so much more enjoyable, especially because we meet Jace in that series.
This is all about Jace and his band called Acid Churro Dreams. He seems to always be a step behind Project Viper and this story is how he finds his way.
Jace is one of those guys who doesn’t seem to know his worth and his vulnerability is completely endearing.
Lauren’s dealing with her own problems when she meets Jace and sparks fly. I loved her family!
Both of these characters take us through all the drama, music, and heartache to a sigh worthy conclusion. Sigh. Worthy.
Thanks to Arya for the complimentary copy. I’m trying not to feel like I’m betraying Project Viper because I’m 100 perfect behind ACD. We can all be friends right?
Meet the band and stay for their sound. Watch what happens when Jace finds love on the rebound.
This is all about Jace and his band called Acid Churro Dreams. He seems to always be a step behind Project Viper and this story is how he finds his way.
Jace is one of those guys who doesn’t seem to know his worth and his vulnerability is completely endearing.
Lauren’s dealing with her own problems when she meets Jace and sparks fly. I loved her family!
Both of these characters take us through all the drama, music, and heartache to a sigh worthy conclusion. Sigh. Worthy.
Thanks to Arya for the complimentary copy. I’m trying not to feel like I’m betraying Project Viper because I’m 100 perfect behind ACD. We can all be friends right?
Meet the band and stay for their sound. Watch what happens when Jace finds love on the rebound.
December 11, 2022
Her dad is a very famous singer — and she sang with him
She sang with him - until one day she couldn’t anymore. She was mobbed again and again . . . and locked herself and in the house and refused to leave. And then she meets a man — an amazing singer with his own group — and life gets twisted and interesting and full of challenges. . . SUPERB BOOK.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
She sang with him - until one day she couldn’t anymore. She was mobbed again and again . . . and locked herself and in the house and refused to leave. And then she meets a man — an amazing singer with his own group — and life gets twisted and interesting and full of challenges. . . SUPERB BOOK.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
December 27, 2022
This is an original, creative and clean story. Laurel is a rock star’s daughter, and is also musically talented. She lives at home with her parents and her cousin. Laurel suffers from extreme social anxiety that was triggered after she tried a collaboration with her father in her late teens. Jace is a talented, driven guitarist with a band that has been struggling after initial success. Jace is frustrated with his music and is struggling with the other changes in his life (including the girl he loved marrying someone from a competing band.) They meet at Laurel’s cousin’s guitar store. Laurel slowly starts to believe that Jace isn’t just using her to get close to her father. In fact, her father and Jace have already jammed together. Dual points of view offer a lot of insight, as both Laurel and Jace deal with their complicated issues, share their love of music, argue, create and open up to new possibilities and first love together. I received an advance copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
December 8, 2022
This was a good book. I enjoyed every moment of it. Both characters had to work through their own issues/demons which made for an interesting read.
Side note: I received a copy of this book in exchange for a honest review
Side note: I received a copy of this book in exchange for a honest review
November 18, 2022
Laurel, the daughter of a Rock Legend, had her fingers burned by the media and paparazzi attention after dropping out of the spotlight, and now stays well away from the limelight.
Jace is a guitarist with his own band, and trying hard to climb the ladder of success. He lost his best friend to a rival band member, and struggles to get over her loss.
They meet by chance, and so begins their on-off- on again relationship, with many twists and turns, and dramas, some of their own making, but not all.
As Laurel takes a leap of faith, and starts to trust Jace, I couldn’t help but cheer her on.
Things don’t always go to plan for either of them, as they are both complicated characters, but the author kept me enthralled to the end, with the slow build up of their perspective changes, and an exciting and well plotted storyline.
I loved it from start to finish, and I thoroughly recommend it.
I received an Advance Review Copy of this book, and am leaving this honest review voluntarily
Jace is a guitarist with his own band, and trying hard to climb the ladder of success. He lost his best friend to a rival band member, and struggles to get over her loss.
They meet by chance, and so begins their on-off- on again relationship, with many twists and turns, and dramas, some of their own making, but not all.
As Laurel takes a leap of faith, and starts to trust Jace, I couldn’t help but cheer her on.
Things don’t always go to plan for either of them, as they are both complicated characters, but the author kept me enthralled to the end, with the slow build up of their perspective changes, and an exciting and well plotted storyline.
I loved it from start to finish, and I thoroughly recommend it.
I received an Advance Review Copy of this book, and am leaving this honest review voluntarily
November 30, 2022
Every time I pick up a book from this author I know I won't be disappointed. And this story was no different. Definite a must read. If you like rockstar romances this is perfect. 5 stars.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
November 29, 2022
I loved this story.
Content: clean - passionate kissing
Content: clean - passionate kissing
December 27, 2022
I can't describe with other words than IT'S SUCH A PERFECT READ for me!
It has great slow-burn romance around the musician. Moreover, it shows the characters chemistry when they're making/creating music and as people. It shows how great the layers of the characters depth are, and the more we dig it, the plot shows us a great character development that's engaging. The family love and found family trope is going strong too! I love how the story doesn't afraid to have the main characters have a big quarrel and start calling out each other's bad sides that went wrong. And surprisingly this was a clean romance book! I couldn't ask for more, this has simply be my favourite book this year.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. Thanks BookSirens!
It has great slow-burn romance around the musician. Moreover, it shows the characters chemistry when they're making/creating music and as people. It shows how great the layers of the characters depth are, and the more we dig it, the plot shows us a great character development that's engaging. The family love and found family trope is going strong too! I love how the story doesn't afraid to have the main characters have a big quarrel and start calling out each other's bad sides that went wrong. And surprisingly this was a clean romance book! I couldn't ask for more, this has simply be my favourite book this year.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. Thanks BookSirens!
March 17, 2023
So in one word I would describe this book as 'masterpiece'. I adored this book and was intrigued since the beginning and couldn't put it down. I loved the chemistry between Jace and Laurel and I Loved how the story kept unfolding as I read on, I shipped Jace and Laurel since their first encounter and loved their character's growth. Adored Jace, he was so sweet and his sense of humour added the perfect touch to the story. The plot was unique I think you should put this on your tbr if you like rockstar romance, music industry romance, dual POV, character growth, he falls first but they both fall harder. Totally recommend it!!!
November 18, 2022
I received a advanced reader copy of this book and am reviewing it voluntarily
Well this book made me so tense 😬 I realised what fame does to people but the depth of emotion and trauma poor Laurel dealt with was shocking
Fame and fortune does not equal happiness
I wanted to land a few on Jace myself ( and I am not a violent person) he was so frustrating I was getting really mad with him but then what sad opinions he had of himself and such tortured thoughts phew was tense reading this in a good way
Brilliant story line so different from any other read
Thank you ☺️
Well this book made me so tense 😬 I realised what fame does to people but the depth of emotion and trauma poor Laurel dealt with was shocking
Fame and fortune does not equal happiness
I wanted to land a few on Jace myself ( and I am not a violent person) he was so frustrating I was getting really mad with him but then what sad opinions he had of himself and such tortured thoughts phew was tense reading this in a good way
Brilliant story line so different from any other read
Thank you ☺️
August 16, 2024
I liked that this was sweet and swoony, but it took me a while to get into the story
I didn't really love this book until the end. I felt disconnected from the characters and had a hard time relating to this world. If you love music and boy bands and romance, this might be just the book for you. Everything just felt rife with drama and miscommunication.
Content: I loved that the author kept some tension with the characters but kept this completely closed door. There are triggers here with anxiety and mental health.
Language: No language
Religious: No
Happy reading!
I didn't really love this book until the end. I felt disconnected from the characters and had a hard time relating to this world. If you love music and boy bands and romance, this might be just the book for you. Everything just felt rife with drama and miscommunication.
Content: I loved that the author kept some tension with the characters but kept this completely closed door. There are triggers here with anxiety and mental health.
Language: No language
Religious: No
Happy reading!
January 18, 2023
Yes!
I'm not sure how exactly I stumbled onto this new to me author, but I'm so glad I did. This book had excellent characters and snappy, believable dialog. Two things that can make or break a book, and obviously, it made it because I'm giving it 5 stars and will be digging through their blacklist. So to sum up, yes, give this book a try. I'm glad I did. Totally worth the sleepless night reading.
I'm not sure how exactly I stumbled onto this new to me author, but I'm so glad I did. This book had excellent characters and snappy, believable dialog. Two things that can make or break a book, and obviously, it made it because I'm giving it 5 stars and will be digging through their blacklist. So to sum up, yes, give this book a try. I'm glad I did. Totally worth the sleepless night reading.
November 15, 2022
I enjoyed this charming book. It’s a sweet, clean romance with no triggers. Laurel and Jace are a believable couple and both grow as individuals and as a couple throughout the story. I really enjoyed reading their development. No smut, no cheating, and a HEA. I recommend this enjoyable book.
February 18, 2023
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️✨ (0-5) rounding to 4 because I was completely captivated
Steam: 🔥 (0-5) kissing only
What I’m Starry-Eyed Over:
🤩 Rockstar romance—I love how they are both talented musicians and it’s so hot when they play together.
🤩 The connection between Laurel and Jace is so authentic, interesting, and captivating.
🤩 The connection between Laurel and that matte black guitar with red trim by Venom Guitars—I love her reaction to it. And, I adore Jace’s reaction to watching her with it!
🤩 The angsty banter between more than just the MCs—cousin’s best friend vibe.
🤩 The celebrity dating adventures.
🤩 The birthday party games—so much fun and unique!
🤩 Great characterization—character growth while they stay themselves.
What I’m Wishing/Dizzy About:
💫 The love triangle was frustrating. It made me dislike Jace a little too much at times. I’m still not sure if I understood it all, possibly because I didn’t read the other books in the series.
💫 My heart is a brat and needs more touching and intimate moments (and a lot of description about it even when it’s kissing only) to help me put up with the relational angst and believe in the HEA.
Steam: 🔥 (0-5) kissing only
What I’m Starry-Eyed Over:
🤩 Rockstar romance—I love how they are both talented musicians and it’s so hot when they play together.
🤩 The connection between Laurel and Jace is so authentic, interesting, and captivating.
🤩 The connection between Laurel and that matte black guitar with red trim by Venom Guitars—I love her reaction to it. And, I adore Jace’s reaction to watching her with it!
🤩 The angsty banter between more than just the MCs—cousin’s best friend vibe.
🤩 The celebrity dating adventures.
🤩 The birthday party games—so much fun and unique!
🤩 Great characterization—character growth while they stay themselves.
What I’m Wishing/Dizzy About:
💫 The love triangle was frustrating. It made me dislike Jace a little too much at times. I’m still not sure if I understood it all, possibly because I didn’t read the other books in the series.
💫 My heart is a brat and needs more touching and intimate moments (and a lot of description about it even when it’s kissing only) to help me put up with the relational angst and believe in the HEA.
January 24, 2023
Wow - just wow.
“Be My Rebound” has all the feels. I read this in one sitting and already want to read it again. It lives rent free in my brain now!
I ADORE Laurel’s personality, and I think her struggles due to trauma and anxiety are really well portrayed.
Jace is so much fun as well, and I love his passion for music. And, who can forget the screams?!? If you know, you know!
I did feel that the whole “rebound” concept with Juliette wasn’t done quite right. It seemed to me like the line between Jace loving her *now* versus simply loving her in the past, and just being angry now was unclear.
However, that is the only thing keeping me from a full 5 stars! I can’t do half stars unfortunately, so count this as 4.5:)
I received a review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
“Be My Rebound” has all the feels. I read this in one sitting and already want to read it again. It lives rent free in my brain now!
I ADORE Laurel’s personality, and I think her struggles due to trauma and anxiety are really well portrayed.
Jace is so much fun as well, and I love his passion for music. And, who can forget the screams?!? If you know, you know!
I did feel that the whole “rebound” concept with Juliette wasn’t done quite right. It seemed to me like the line between Jace loving her *now* versus simply loving her in the past, and just being angry now was unclear.
However, that is the only thing keeping me from a full 5 stars! I can’t do half stars unfortunately, so count this as 4.5:)
I received a review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
February 11, 2023
I loved this book so much. It's a sweet, clean and fluffy contemporary romance. I loved how both of the MCs rediscovered themselves
they were weant to be
It made me giggle, swoon and squeal like a high school girl
Laurel and Jace ugh, they have my heart. I love their chemistry, snarky comments and their way of communication!
They found themselves in eachother. The fact that both were famous was a nice twist!
Rebecca and Vincent are my Spirit animals.
Hal is so me tbh. But there were a few moments I wanted to punch him. Iykyk
The supporting cast is amazingly written 🫶🏻
That's the first book I read by Arya but now I'm hooked
Highlights of the read:
• “Tracks’’ Instead of chapters are an incredibly cute touch.
• Sharpie drawings -ugh I can't
• Flashcards
• Joining forces on a song
• WISHES
As far as Tropes go:
• He Falls First
• Celebrity Romance
• Found Family
• Complex Relationships
• Dual POV
• Famous Boy/Famous Girl
TW/CW: Anxiety & Brief Past Alcohol Abuse! (Other than that it's a clean and cozy read)
they were weant to be
It made me giggle, swoon and squeal like a high school girl
Laurel and Jace ugh, they have my heart. I love their chemistry, snarky comments and their way of communication!
They found themselves in eachother. The fact that both were famous was a nice twist!
Rebecca and Vincent are my Spirit animals.
Hal is so me tbh. But there were a few moments I wanted to punch him. Iykyk
The supporting cast is amazingly written 🫶🏻
That's the first book I read by Arya but now I'm hooked
Highlights of the read:
• “Tracks’’ Instead of chapters are an incredibly cute touch.
• Sharpie drawings -ugh I can't
• Flashcards
• Joining forces on a song
• WISHES
As far as Tropes go:
• He Falls First
• Celebrity Romance
• Found Family
• Complex Relationships
• Dual POV
• Famous Boy/Famous Girl
TW/CW: Anxiety & Brief Past Alcohol Abuse! (Other than that it's a clean and cozy read)
February 18, 2023
received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I was really hopeful for this book but it kinda fell flat.
Both the main characters were so hard on themselves the entire book even at the end I felt like there was still so much self loathing.
I felt like a lot of places that could have used more detail were cut short while places that didn't actually need the extra detail made the story drag on.
There were also several inconsistency particularly with the fmcs phone. There are a few times is specifically mentioned it's dead or she doesn't have it and she's taking pictures without any mention of her having a camera. I know it's probably something weird to get hung up on but it bothered me the whole book.
I was really hopeful for this book but it kinda fell flat.
Both the main characters were so hard on themselves the entire book even at the end I felt like there was still so much self loathing.
I felt like a lot of places that could have used more detail were cut short while places that didn't actually need the extra detail made the story drag on.
There were also several inconsistency particularly with the fmcs phone. There are a few times is specifically mentioned it's dead or she doesn't have it and she's taking pictures without any mention of her having a camera. I know it's probably something weird to get hung up on but it bothered me the whole book.
February 10, 2023
Be My Rebound was cute, clean rockstar romance that I found enjoyable. Although not my typical type of romance, the main characters, Laurel and Jace, were really sweet relatable characters other than the wealthy rockstar aspect. The author did a nice job diving into their backgrounds and made the characters likable. Laurel and Jace’s love story was really sweet although I wasn’t in love with the idea of him not quite being over his childhood best friend and the dynamic between them. I gave this 3 star simply because this isn’t my normal cup of tea but would certainly recommend to someone who enjoys the rockstar trope.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
June 15, 2023
I loved that Jace got a story of his own. I appreciate his character much better from this view point. I love that he and Laurel have their own journey, but cross over and help each other along the way. Good anxiety, humor, talent, overcoming obstacles and love all in one place.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
January 31, 2023
This book is pretty different than my usual reads but I could not put it down! Or maybe because it was fresh and unique that I was glued to the pages.
This is a New Adult (young college age) rock band celebrity romance.
Jace is the guitarist of a rock band and Laurel is crazy talented on the guitar herself and is also the daughter of a famous guitarist. Though she used to performed on stage, Laurel has spent the last few years hiding out from the paparazzi, the world, and pretty much everyone but her family.
Read this one if you love:
Celebrity romance
Rock band/music references
Characters facing anxieties
Strong family relationships
Fake Dating
College-age characters
Flawed characters with great arcs
Dual POV told like a stream of consciousness
Found family
Grand gestures
There was a LOT of drama and angst and immaturity (guys, these are college-age kids...) and both characters had some major flaws but the character arcs were really well done, and like I mentioned above, it was so hard to put the book down
If you are looking for something new and fresh, this may be it! This is a sweet romance in that it has kissing but nothing more, but there are some abbreviated swear words used several times.
I received a complimentary copy but a positive review was not required.
This is a New Adult (young college age) rock band celebrity romance.
Jace is the guitarist of a rock band and Laurel is crazy talented on the guitar herself and is also the daughter of a famous guitarist. Though she used to performed on stage, Laurel has spent the last few years hiding out from the paparazzi, the world, and pretty much everyone but her family.
Read this one if you love:
Celebrity romance
Rock band/music references
Characters facing anxieties
Strong family relationships
Fake Dating
College-age characters
Flawed characters with great arcs
Dual POV told like a stream of consciousness
Found family
Grand gestures
There was a LOT of drama and angst and immaturity (guys, these are college-age kids...) and both characters had some major flaws but the character arcs were really well done, and like I mentioned above, it was so hard to put the book down
If you are looking for something new and fresh, this may be it! This is a sweet romance in that it has kissing but nothing more, but there are some abbreviated swear words used several times.
I received a complimentary copy but a positive review was not required.
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