Bella's Riot

Boys of Crimson Riot #1

by N.D. Roldan

Four rockstars. One assistant. No escape.

I never wanted the spotlight. I’ve perfected the art of blending into the background as Crimson Riot's assistant. But when a freak snowstorm strands us in a remote cabin, there’s no hiding from Austin’s cutting glares, Jai’s soulful eyes, Mateo’s dangerous charm, or Liam’s steady gaze that feels too much like home.

Austin thrives on driving me crazy. His smirk makes me want to kiss him—or slap him. Jai’s quiet intensity sees right through me, Mateo turns flirtation into an art form, and Liam? He’s my anchor in the chaos…and I am trying not to cross a line from which we can’t come back.

Trapped together, tensions ignite. What starts as teasing becomes heated confessions, stolen touches, and a storm I can’t escape. They’re each pulling me in a different direction, and I’m starting to wonder…

What if I don’t have to choose?

Bella's Riot is a steamy, why-choose reverse harem romance. This is Book One in the Crimson Riot series. For mature audiences only. This was previously published on Kindle Vella as "Snowed In with the Band" it has been fully edited and additional content has been added.

Kindle Edition

First published November 26, 2024

About the author

N.D. Roldan writes the kind of romance your Kindle warns you about: dark, forbidden, and spicy enough to make your grandma blush. Fueled by caffeine, chaos, and questionable life choices, she believes happily-ever-afters taste better after a little angst (okay, a lot).

A proud Latina, when she’s not typing furiously at odd hours, you'll find her chasing tiny humans, reorganizing her bookshelf for the hundredth time, or explaining to strangers that fictional bad boys do count as friends. She firmly believes in binge-reading till 2 am, unapologetic book hangovers, and stories that linger long after you’ve flipped the final page.

Follow along to join her endless TBR list, heartfelt chaos, and characters who never behave themselves.

Come for the romance, stay for the chaos.

Reviews

[Morgan Schell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Four hot, famous, male bandmates and their female assistant tour manager are trapped in a cabin together for multiple days. As tensions rise, feelings are expressed and boundaries get crossed. With the generator helping to keep them warm from the snowy elements slowly dying, this group finds other ways to build the heat. This is a great why-choose story that bounces the POV between all five of them as they figure out what they each want and what they are going to do about it. Oh, how I love a brooding man and Austin has that in spades. I knew from the beginning I would be restlessly anxious to get more Austin, whether from his POV or those around him and was never disappointed. All four men are unique in their thoughts and actions which makes everything more dynamic between the characters. The last 25% of the book? Muy caliente! This book doesn't end with a clear finish of what happens when they leave the cabin and things are still up in the air, but it turns out this was just book one! Now that the door has already opened about a couple of things between this group, I can only imagine what goodies the second book has in store.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Madrina · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is my first read by N.D. Roldan and I enjoyed it. I'm not a fan of rock star romance but this read more like a forced proximity, why choose/reverse haram as it revolved around a week of down time while the band members and their assistant manager were snowed in during a blizzard. Roldan did a wonderful job of fleshing out each of the characters I had no problem seeing each of their personalities and developing a picture of what each looked like in my mind and how each affected the FMC Bella. This was a fast read with a slow burn and some good spice near the end which was well written and allowed each of the characters personality and what they offered Bella to show through. If you like a slow burn/forced proximity/ why choose vibe I think you would enjoy this book, I know I did. I received ARC and I'm leaving my honest review voluntarily.

[Jamiesreadingspace · Rating 4 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Bella’s Riot by N.D Roldan

This may be inappropriate but this book was HOT. 🥵
Four very attractive bandmates and their female assistant are trapped in a cabin during a snow storm. ❄️
They have a history of flirting with Bella and when tensions rise, things get frisky. This story bounces between multiple POVs, and really hold your attention. What I really loved, is each character was so clearly written, you could truly see there personalities. 🖤

You should read this book if you like:
Forced proximity
Why choose
Reverse harem
Multiple POVs
Slow burn
Tiny amount of enemies to lovers

I read this book in one day, and really enjoyed it and I’m curious where the rest of the Boys from Crimson Riot series will go! 💜

🏷️
#bookreview

[Sheila Burgin · Rating 4 out of 5]

A slow burn, forced proximity, enemies to lovers situation has the band Crimson Riot and their band Manager's assistant, Bella
snowed into cabin for a handful of days. Three of the 4 band members come to terms with their feelings for Bella while 1 remains indifferent by the end of the book which ends in a cliffhanger 😮. For a reverse harem book, it's definitely got spice but a bit tamer than others. Definitely a good starter book for someone dabbling in the poly genre. I'm anxious to see what happens in the next book so I'll be watching for it.

I got this as an ARC from the author for free for my honest review and it in no way affects my rating or review of the book.

[Melanie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Bella's Riot is a gentle intro into the world of reverse harem. The sweet story tells of the struggles between band mates and their feelings for the assistant manager. The story paints a picture of hidden thoughts and feelings being forced to the surfaced, progressing to a spicy read as emotions collide. Whilst some behaviours and conversations felt erratic and didn't flow the best, the character development was on point. I'm curious for the next installment for drama and a HEA.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Opal]

Loved it! Great character development and the fmc was fantastic, totally loved the way she was strong enough to express her worries and needs! Good base line for the next installment with each mc having unique qualities that complement each other. Only felt that it dragged in a few places but a necessary evil to provide background on each character.

Only regret at this point is having to wait for the next book!

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Trina Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG this was a great book. It was a steamy page turner and the suspense was captivity. I was on the edge of my seat and I couldn't even put it down. It was addicted.It will suck you right in this moment. Bella and Mateo were very close and they enjoyed each other company. You going to falling in love wit these characters. The chemistry between them was just business because she was working for his father. Temptation was rising high in the heat of passion and pleasure. So who do Bella wanted to be with for her future.
I highly recommend this book and you won't be disappointed.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. Trina Jones

[Janet Rhodes · Rating 4 out of 5]

Bella and the four rockstars she works for Liam, Mateo, Jai and Austin are all stuck in the cabin together during a blizzard. What could possibly happen? If you’re into RH I highly recommend this book as it will not disappoint! Make sure you get your copy on 29 November based on the rating scale I would give it ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Congratulations to @ndroldanauthor for writing a very spicy book. Can’t wait to see what happens next.

[Catherine · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’m not usually a reader of rockstar romances, but this one sucked me in!

I loved the chemistry of Bella and her guys (Austin, Jai, Mateo, and Liam) and how they had previously established a working relationship. This one felt less insta-lovey than a lot of the others I’ve read and I really enjoyed that.

The banter between characters and the emotional pull was very well written. The spice was so good, too. 🔥 I’m anxious to see how the rest plays out and can’t wait for the next one!

[Kimberly · Rating 4 out of 5]

First read for me for this author and it’s a good quick read. Bella is a band manager for Crimson Riot.

forced to take a holiday in a cabin. If things going get worse there is a blizzard and snowstorm for a week.

I liked the push and pull from Bella and her rockstar men. Great spice and look forward to what is next in their series.

[Lyndsey jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oooh I loved this book. I loved the push and pull between Bella and Austin and how that eventually played out. I can’t wait to see how things end up with her and Liam. The only thing I don’t like is having to wait for the next one.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Ann · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another ARC I was able to get. This time a why choose/reverse harem rockstar book. Bella works for the band and they get snowed in for several days. This leads to some very interesting consequences! This is the first book in this series. I am wondering where they'll go from here.

[Readingwithdesi · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a new to me author and I loved it! This was a easy five star read and I can’t wait to see what’s next

[Brittney · Rating 4 out of 5]

🔥 Four rockstars. One assistant. No escape. 🔥

Get ready for an unforgettable ride with Bella's Riot, the first book in the Boys of Crimson Riot series. This steamy reverse harem rockstar romance brings the tension, heat, and heart as Bella navigates life—and love—with the irresistible band members of Crimson Riot.

✨ What You’ll Love:
• A fiery FMC: Bella is smart, strong, and relatable, balancing her professional boundaries with undeniable attraction.
• Four distinct love interests:
o Austin: The infuriating bad boy who knows how to push all the right (and wrong) buttons.
o Jai: The brooding one who speaks volumes with just a look.
o Mateo: The ultimate flirt who can charm anyone.
o Liam: The steady and grounded rock in Bella’s whirlwind world.
• Forced proximity trope: A snowstorm traps them in a remote cabin, where confessions fly, sparks ignite, and the tension becomes impossible to ignore.
• Why choose? Why settle for one when you can have them all?

🎵 Why It’s a Hit:
N.D. Roldan blends sizzling chemistry with emotional depth, creating a story that pulls at your heartstrings while keeping your pulse racing. The band’s camaraderie and Bella’s growth make this more than just a romance—it’s a story about finding your voice and embracing love on your own terms.

💔 Minor Notes:
Some moments lean into classic rockstar tropes, but fans of the genre will find it hits all the right beats.

📖 Overall: Bella's Riot is an irresistible cocktail of music, romance, and steamy tension that will leave you eager for more. Perfect for fans of rockstar romance and why-choose dynamics.
🎶 Ready to rock? Pick up Bella’s Riot and see why falling for a band has never been so tempting! 🎸✨

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[Hailey Parmeter · Rating 4 out of 5]

i need partial stars for ratings tbh, like this was a 3.25 star read

okay so this book was pretty good despite the repetitive descriptive words (the author uses the same phrases over and over again to describe stuff like it's very repetitive and kinda seems like she only knew one way to describe things of that makes sense). definitely a slow burn to the spice portion (only happened in the last few chapters) but the ending was satisfying nonetheless. this book IS about polyamory so if you're not about that life and don't agree with it then definitely don't read it Imao. the relationship side of their polyamorous relationship was an absolute disaster and red flags were EVERYWHERE but the sexual side was kinda odd but worked for them Imao and then balanced out all the annoying relationship stuff after the fact
idk it's an odd but good
book and i'll prolly read the next in the series at a later date but i have other TBR reads to attend to for now •

[Teresa · Rating 4 out of 5]

It’s been a while since I chose a book for a shared read with my husband, so I had a look at my TBR and decided “Bella’s Riot” might be a fun choice. In this reverse harem romance, junior band manager Bella is snowed in at a remote cabin with four bandmates, one of whom she constantly butts heads with.

The characters alternate as narrators, and each one has a unique voice. Jai (the songwriter) stood out to me especially as the thoughtful and reflective bandmate, but I was most drawn to Bella’s introspective perspective.

We enjoyed the attention to detail, especially in character development, the banter between Bella and the bandmates, and the fiery exchanges between Bella and Austin.

This romance is a deliciously slow burn. If you’re looking for spice, you’re going to love the last 20% of the book, because the cold of the storm raging outside is forgotten while the cabin gets steamed up inside.

4.5 ⭐️

[Alexa Arnold · Rating 4 out of 5]

Bella’s Riot by N.D. Roldan 4⭐️

❄️ Reverse Harem
❄️ Spunky FMC
❄️ Forced Proximity
❄️ Brooding MMC
❄️ Multiple POVs


Bella is the assistant manager for rock band, Crimson Riot. While she’s only been in the position for 6 months, she feels like she’s at home. While taking a break on tour, they get trapped in a snowstorm. Tensions are high as Bella navigates her relationship with each man.

Oooooh boy this was a SLOW burn but oh so worth it. It was the perfect amount of tension and lead up. I absolutely loved our MMCs and how each of them had their own relationship with Bella. Jai and Mateo are so sweet and Austin’s intensity is hot. I was in the mood for a RH and this book hit the spot. Hopefully the fun will continue in the next book!

Thank you to N.D. Roldan and Booksirens for the advanced copy. This is my honest review.

[Frank · Rating 5 out of 5]

Complex emotions from five viewpoints

The main character (Bella) has different feelings for each member of the group (Liam, Jai, Mateo, & Austin) however she is a competent professional who doesn't let those feelings interfere with the demands of her job.
The pressure put on the five from being trapped in a single cabin (due to a blizzard) starts to affect each person, in subtly different ways.

N.D. Roldan has mastered the use of the multiple POV approach to portray each person's thoughts, feelings, and perceptions of their interactions, without the unfortunate disconnects that are often found when the technique isn't used properly - very nicely done and makes for a very readable book.

[Sandra · Rating 5 out of 5]

OOOH, I enjoyed this book. The interaction between each of the characters. Bella juggles the 4 different personalities in the band. Each one has a different relationship with her, from friendly banter to the bigger brother. The feelings, the interest, and the spark eventually take hold when they are on a mid-tour break and they get snowed in at a cabin. Tensions run higher, tempers flare, attraction heightens and the powder keg eventually explodes with delicious consequences. The book leaves us on a high, wondering will this menage eventually implode when back on tour, we'll just have to wait for the next book to be released to follow the saga!

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[A. King · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you love a good slow burn, you're going to want to read this one!

A total RH book that isn't ridiculously high on the smut level either. I love a good book that showcases more of the plot of the story than the smut, though I don't discount books with high levels of smut either! I just prefer to have a good story to go along with it. This one feels like it has the perfect amount of story before the smut hits the fan, and whew. Does it HIT the fan.

Getting snowed in, in the midst of a tour feels like bad luck right? But when there are four guys, *rock stars* even, who want you? Sounds like Santa came early to me. Without giving away any spoilers, this is me telling you to run and download or buy the book now, because you're going to love it!

[Shelly Joyce · Rating 5 out of 5]

Austin, Jai, Mateo, Liam and Bella’s love story
Book Title-Bella's Riot: Snowed In with the Band
Author-N. D. Roldan
MMC/MMC/MMC/MMC/FMC-Austin, Jai, Mateo, Liam and Bella
Genre-Reverse Harem Romance
Length-Novella
Spicy level: 🌶️🌶️🌶️ 🌶️ out of 5 peppers
Series-Book 1 of Boys of Crimson Riot
What I liked-This book is a slow burn but it’s so worth it. It was the best amount of tension and lead up. I absolutely loved our main male characters and how each of them had their own relationship with Bella. Jai and Mateo are so sweet and Austin’s intensity is hot.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Mallory Hayes · Rating 3 out of 5]

I won this book in a goodreads giveaway. I enjoyed the characters and how they played off of each other well. I do have to say in the beginning I thought this book was going to be worse because every other page it discussed the tension. There’s more ways to convey tension than to write every other page that you could feel the tension. Idk why but this kind of annoyed me. It was until about 60-70% through the book when I started to become intrigued. Definitely interested to see how Liam will play into this…

[Brittney Eldridge · Rating 4 out of 5]

Bella is the fmc, the story begins with Bella already knowing the male leads, as she is someone who helps manage their band. The male leads are in a band Mateo, Austin, and Jai, along with Liam who helps manage them. I definitely enjoyed their relationships and it was a bit different than most beginnings to a series as it starts out with already knowing each other. I def recommend.

Why choose
Rockstar
Book one of the series
Multiple pov
Close proximity

[Selina · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a really good quick read. Bella is a band manager for Crimson Riot.
forced to take a holiday in a cabin followed bya blizzard and snowstorm for a week.
its a week of mounting sexual tensions and frustrations. Till four of five give in to the rush!
This is only book one! The spice is great. The characters feel fairly realistic and its an enjoyable read.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Jaime Yates · Rating 4 out of 5]

Bella's Riot is a steamy, why-choose reverse harem romance. This is Book One in the Crimson Riot series. Such a sweet and super steamy love story with humor. This was just what I needed right now. This is a great story to add to your reading for the holidays. It was intense, brimming with twists, and spicy in all the best ways. I loved this book and would definitely recommend it. I look forward to finding out what the next book holds.

[Tamra · Rating 5 out of 5]

First off this book was amazing. I cannot believe the ending (to be continued though). The fmc Bella, & the mmc’s Austin, Mateo, Jai, & Liam. They will take you on a journey & you will enjoy every moment of it. The multitude of personalities clashing & meshing with them will leave you on the edge of your seat waiting to see what happens next. I highly recommend this book (start of a series) to anyone & everyone. 10/10

[Nora · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is giving holiday vibes. Snowed in in a cabin with four hot band members? Yes please! At least the generator is still working but maybe they find more to keep warm? I love the changing POV as we get perspective from all characters and I truly hope book 1 means there's more to come in this story as I loved reading it so much! Gotta say that each guy is his own and oh Austin! I love a broody guy and he's exactly that. Highly recommend reading it.

[SBee Reviews · Rating 4 out of 5]

★ “Kindergarten rules” ★

Review Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars - Bella’s position as Junior Assistant to the band Crimson Riot gets sorely tested when she is snowed in during an isolated retreat without her boss around to monitor the emotions brewing between them all. This first installment is a slow burn as they jostle to be understood, meanwhile grappling with feelings which threaten to explode, especially between the frontman Austin and Bella.

[Tanya · Rating 5 out of 5]

The slow burn of this reverse harem is almost excruciating and when it finally reaches the peak it’s amazing. Very well written and entertaining if you like this kind of genre. Curious to how book 2 will play out.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Megan · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great start to a series! I’m really pulling for their relationship!! I liked the dynamic, especially with Mateo, I wish I could have seen more of a background on Bella and seen maybe a flashback or something to her starting her job with the band but other than that, it was a fun and cute read with some spice on top :)