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Razes Hell #1
Nobody Knows
It's not easy being friends with rising rock stars - especially when you're the glue that holds them together.
Razes Hell has taken off in the charts, and Ellie can't believe her childhood friends, Drew and Jason Brooks, are on TV and drawing crowds after years spent playing in dodgy bars. From obscurity to overnight success, Ellie soon realises life in the public eye isn’t all it’s cracked up to be as dark secrets become headline news and old conflicts are re-ignited. When a fake feud meant to boost the band’s popularity threatens to rip the boys apart for real, Ellie finds herself torn – a position which only gets more uncomfortable when her loyalty to Jason collides with her blossoming relationship with Drew.
Nobody knows how deep their issues run; nobody but Ellie. With friendship, a music career and a new love on the line, can Ellie keep their tangled pasts from ruining their futures?
Razes Hell has taken off in the charts, and Ellie can't believe her childhood friends, Drew and Jason Brooks, are on TV and drawing crowds after years spent playing in dodgy bars. From obscurity to overnight success, Ellie soon realises life in the public eye isn’t all it’s cracked up to be as dark secrets become headline news and old conflicts are re-ignited. When a fake feud meant to boost the band’s popularity threatens to rip the boys apart for real, Ellie finds herself torn – a position which only gets more uncomfortable when her loyalty to Jason collides with her blossoming relationship with Drew.
Nobody knows how deep their issues run; nobody but Ellie. With friendship, a music career and a new love on the line, can Ellie keep their tangled pasts from ruining their futures?
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First published November 3, 2014
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Kyra Lennon
46 books300 followersKyra is a self-confessed book-a-holic, and has been since she first learned to read. When she's not reading, you'll usually find her hanging out in coffee shops with her trusty laptop and/or her friends, or girling it up at the nearest shopping mall. Lennon is a proud supporter of several charities. She currently volunteers for her local cat shelter as a fundraiser and social media guru. Kyra has also had stories published in charity anthologies to raise money for Cats Protection, the British Heart Foundation, and the Innocence Project.
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November 4, 2014
So I have to say that I've been missing out on reading Kyra's books. Nobody Knows was AMAZING! The story kicks off right in the middle of the troubles that plague the band as well as the three friends, Jason, Drew and Ellie, which I loved. The three of them grew up together, and of course, some feelings developed along the way.
I loved how realistically Kyra dealt with the issues in this story. Also, I loved how Ellie finally found her balance between the two brothers, which wasn't an easy process at all.
Jason is such a wonderful character who has gone through a lot. Drew, oh dear Drew. The boy's carrying some serious weight on his shoulders. The ending, the ending of this story made me sob and giggle at the same time. One of the most difficult things to do, but somehow, it happened.
As for the side characters, loved each and every one of them, especially Ellie's sister. Such a wonderful support system.
I can't wait to read the next book in the series. Seriously, read this book!!
I loved how realistically Kyra dealt with the issues in this story. Also, I loved how Ellie finally found her balance between the two brothers, which wasn't an easy process at all.
Jason is such a wonderful character who has gone through a lot. Drew, oh dear Drew. The boy's carrying some serious weight on his shoulders. The ending, the ending of this story made me sob and giggle at the same time. One of the most difficult things to do, but somehow, it happened.
As for the side characters, loved each and every one of them, especially Ellie's sister. Such a wonderful support system.
I can't wait to read the next book in the series. Seriously, read this book!!
September 13, 2015
Having read Kyra Lennon’s Game On Series, and her stand-alone novella If I Let You Go, I’ve come to expect a certain high standard from Lennon; especially when it comes to character development and raw, relatable emotions.
Nobody Knows didn’t just deliver this, it far exceeded my expectations.
At the centre of the story is young artist Ellie, a woman we can all relate to, as at some point in our lives we’ve loved someone so deeply we’d do anything for them. In Ellie’s case, it’s two someones, but Lennon expertly avoids the often over-played love-triangle.
Ellie has two men in her life - her best friends since childhood and up-coming rockstars - the Brooks brothers. As Drew and Jason Brooks are thrust to stardom by a fake feud, which dredges up terrible memories of their pasts, Ellie is left torn between the two people she loves most. A matter that becomes even more complex when Ellie admits she’s in love with Drew and they begin a relationship.
As I said above, Lennon expertly avoids the often over-played love-triangle, and this isn’t a story about two brothers fighting over the same woman. She loves both Drew and Jason, but in very different ways, and that dynamic makes the story all the more fascinating.
At the core of this story is what Lennon excels at – real, relatable, raw human emotions. Any reader can identify with either Ellie, the woman caught between two people she loves, Drew the insecure older brother who’s always been over-shadowed by his younger brother, or Jason the wild-child who has made a lot of mistakes in the past, and is now doing his uttermost to redeem himself and not fall back down the same slippery path. The way in which Lennon describes these three different, but interlinking characters, and the rich history between the trio is what makes this story not just compelling, but a novel that pulls you in so deeply you cannot put it down until you’ve finished, and discover how the situation resolves for Ellie, Drew and Jason.
In true Lennon style, there are plenty of twists and turns along the way, and nothing is simple for our heroine, as she tries to unite the feuding Brooks brothers. But through Lennon’s impressive writing, Ellie does it all with charm and grace. And though she’s not perfect, and makes fatal mistakes along the way, she owns these mistakes; never once slipping into the role of victim or martyr.
As expected, the story is supported by a brilliant cast of secondary characters, who all feel like real people, not just names placed to fill a gap. The ones that stand out for me are Ellie’s bubbly, ray of sunshine, younger sister, Lucy and fan of the band Natalie.
Another layer Lennon adds is the dynamic of an up-and-coming rock band, and through the portrayal of gigs, rehearsals and how much music means to the Brooks brothers, you know Lennon has a passion for the music industry herself.
Lennon’s usual first person style is at its strongest in Nobody Knows, and Ellie’s unique voice shines through without ever feeling forced. There are some terrific lines, both in the sense of comedy, and poignancy. Some of my favourite include:
“Everywhere our bodies touched seemed to tingle with Drew’s sadness, like some kind of emotional osmosis, and my chest ached for him.”
“What are we making?”
“I hadn't decided. Maybe a vase?”
“Sounds good. Not very manly, though.”
“You don’t need to worry about feeling manly while you're sitting behind me, half naked.”
“You should make the most of your figure,” I teased. “It won't last forever!”
“I bloody hope not, I want some boobs one day.”
I snorted out a laugh. “You're gorgeous as you are, Luce.”
“Easy for you to say with your massive hooters!”
“They're not massive,” I laughed, throwing a cushion across the room at her. “They're... well proportioned.”
The combination of unique voice, realistic main characters and relatable emotions, coupled with excellent supporting characters and the obvious passion for music makes Nobody Knows a story everyone will enjoy. This is a story about all the different types of love one can experience, and how that love can make you do both amazing, nerve-wracking, unbelievable things, as well as life-altering, soul tearing unbelievable things.
Nobody Knows will make you laugh, cry, cheer and possibly even throw the book in anger (at the characters’ actions), but it will also make you come back for more, and stay in your head, and heart, for a long time after finishing it.
Nobody Knows didn’t just deliver this, it far exceeded my expectations.
At the centre of the story is young artist Ellie, a woman we can all relate to, as at some point in our lives we’ve loved someone so deeply we’d do anything for them. In Ellie’s case, it’s two someones, but Lennon expertly avoids the often over-played love-triangle.
Ellie has two men in her life - her best friends since childhood and up-coming rockstars - the Brooks brothers. As Drew and Jason Brooks are thrust to stardom by a fake feud, which dredges up terrible memories of their pasts, Ellie is left torn between the two people she loves most. A matter that becomes even more complex when Ellie admits she’s in love with Drew and they begin a relationship.
As I said above, Lennon expertly avoids the often over-played love-triangle, and this isn’t a story about two brothers fighting over the same woman. She loves both Drew and Jason, but in very different ways, and that dynamic makes the story all the more fascinating.
At the core of this story is what Lennon excels at – real, relatable, raw human emotions. Any reader can identify with either Ellie, the woman caught between two people she loves, Drew the insecure older brother who’s always been over-shadowed by his younger brother, or Jason the wild-child who has made a lot of mistakes in the past, and is now doing his uttermost to redeem himself and not fall back down the same slippery path. The way in which Lennon describes these three different, but interlinking characters, and the rich history between the trio is what makes this story not just compelling, but a novel that pulls you in so deeply you cannot put it down until you’ve finished, and discover how the situation resolves for Ellie, Drew and Jason.
In true Lennon style, there are plenty of twists and turns along the way, and nothing is simple for our heroine, as she tries to unite the feuding Brooks brothers. But through Lennon’s impressive writing, Ellie does it all with charm and grace. And though she’s not perfect, and makes fatal mistakes along the way, she owns these mistakes; never once slipping into the role of victim or martyr.
As expected, the story is supported by a brilliant cast of secondary characters, who all feel like real people, not just names placed to fill a gap. The ones that stand out for me are Ellie’s bubbly, ray of sunshine, younger sister, Lucy and fan of the band Natalie.
Another layer Lennon adds is the dynamic of an up-and-coming rock band, and through the portrayal of gigs, rehearsals and how much music means to the Brooks brothers, you know Lennon has a passion for the music industry herself.
Lennon’s usual first person style is at its strongest in Nobody Knows, and Ellie’s unique voice shines through without ever feeling forced. There are some terrific lines, both in the sense of comedy, and poignancy. Some of my favourite include:
“Everywhere our bodies touched seemed to tingle with Drew’s sadness, like some kind of emotional osmosis, and my chest ached for him.”
“What are we making?”
“I hadn't decided. Maybe a vase?”
“Sounds good. Not very manly, though.”
“You don’t need to worry about feeling manly while you're sitting behind me, half naked.”
“You should make the most of your figure,” I teased. “It won't last forever!”
“I bloody hope not, I want some boobs one day.”
I snorted out a laugh. “You're gorgeous as you are, Luce.”
“Easy for you to say with your massive hooters!”
“They're not massive,” I laughed, throwing a cushion across the room at her. “They're... well proportioned.”
The combination of unique voice, realistic main characters and relatable emotions, coupled with excellent supporting characters and the obvious passion for music makes Nobody Knows a story everyone will enjoy. This is a story about all the different types of love one can experience, and how that love can make you do both amazing, nerve-wracking, unbelievable things, as well as life-altering, soul tearing unbelievable things.
Nobody Knows will make you laugh, cry, cheer and possibly even throw the book in anger (at the characters’ actions), but it will also make you come back for more, and stay in your head, and heart, for a long time after finishing it.
March 4, 2023
Loved It!!
I have just found a new rock romance author to follow. This is a story of friends to lovers that I could not get enough of. Ellie was childhood friends with brothers Drew and Jason. Now that Razes H*ell is heading up the charts things are changing for everyone. New love interests are found but past secrets could tear things apart.
I have just found a new rock romance author to follow. This is a story of friends to lovers that I could not get enough of. Ellie was childhood friends with brothers Drew and Jason. Now that Razes H*ell is heading up the charts things are changing for everyone. New love interests are found but past secrets could tear things apart.
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Blurb:
It's not easy being friends with rising rock stars - especially when you're the glue that holds them together.
Razes Hell has taken off in the charts, and Ellie can't believe her childhood friends, Drew and Jason Brooks, are on TV and drawing crowds after years spent playing in dodgy bars. From obscurity to overnight success, Ellie soon realises life in the public eye isn’t all it’s cracked up to be as dark secrets become headline news and old conflicts are re-ignited. When a fake feud meant to boost the band’s popularity threatens to rip the boys apart for real, Ellie finds herself torn – a position which only gets more uncomfortable when her loyalty to Jason collides with her blossoming relationship with Drew.
Nobody knows how deep their issues run; nobody but Ellie. With friendship, a music career and a new love on the line, can Ellie keep their tangled pasts from ruining their futures?
Blurb:
It's not easy being friends with rising rock stars - especially when you're the glue that holds them together.
Razes Hell has taken off in the charts, and Ellie can't believe her childhood friends, Drew and Jason Brooks, are on TV and drawing crowds after years spent playing in dodgy bars. From obscurity to overnight success, Ellie soon realises life in the public eye isn’t all it’s cracked up to be as dark secrets become headline news and old conflicts are re-ignited. When a fake feud meant to boost the band’s popularity threatens to rip the boys apart for real, Ellie finds herself torn – a position which only gets more uncomfortable when her loyalty to Jason collides with her blossoming relationship with Drew.
Nobody knows how deep their issues run; nobody but Ellie. With friendship, a music career and a new love on the line, can Ellie keep their tangled pasts from ruining their futures?
January 22, 2019
One rock brand, two brothers, three best friends.
Nobody Knows is the first book in the Razes hell series and can be read as a standalone.
I loved this story. Ellie has been best friends with the Brook brothers since she was a little girl. Next door neighbors who have been best friends for years. Ellie has supported the boys through their gigs in dive bars and even though she has her own career supports them even now as they rise to stardom.
Ellie was always closer to Jason when she was younger, they partied through their teenage years and fooled around but now an adult, Ellie has feelings for the older brother Drew. Secretly Ellie keeps her feelings to herself not wanting to spoil the relationship they have but little does she know, Drew feels the same way.
This isn't a love triangle, Ellie and Jason were never an item in their teens. Jason, Ellie, and Drew are three friends who support each other, the brothers are close but they begin to discover being in the limelight isn't all that it's cracked up to be as Jason's past secrets are exposed.
As the pressure to stardom mounts and the media become more interested in the band the brothers become divided and poor Ellie is stuck in the middle.
There are insecurities, secrets, dramas, Ellie and Drew finally reveal their own secrets to each other and as the story progresses I couldn't turn the page's fast enough.
Nobody Knows is a childhood friend's to lovers romance, each character has their ups and downs and it also deals with the issue of addiction but in the midst of it all contains a heartwarming romance that leads to a hea.
NOBODY KNOWS is an enjoyable friends to lovers romance with a rockstar theme.
Told in first person from Ellie and Drew's pov. Available in KU
Nobody Knows is the first book in the Razes hell series and can be read as a standalone.
I loved this story. Ellie has been best friends with the Brook brothers since she was a little girl. Next door neighbors who have been best friends for years. Ellie has supported the boys through their gigs in dive bars and even though she has her own career supports them even now as they rise to stardom.
Ellie was always closer to Jason when she was younger, they partied through their teenage years and fooled around but now an adult, Ellie has feelings for the older brother Drew. Secretly Ellie keeps her feelings to herself not wanting to spoil the relationship they have but little does she know, Drew feels the same way.
This isn't a love triangle, Ellie and Jason were never an item in their teens. Jason, Ellie, and Drew are three friends who support each other, the brothers are close but they begin to discover being in the limelight isn't all that it's cracked up to be as Jason's past secrets are exposed.
As the pressure to stardom mounts and the media become more interested in the band the brothers become divided and poor Ellie is stuck in the middle.
There are insecurities, secrets, dramas, Ellie and Drew finally reveal their own secrets to each other and as the story progresses I couldn't turn the page's fast enough.
Nobody Knows is a childhood friend's to lovers romance, each character has their ups and downs and it also deals with the issue of addiction but in the midst of it all contains a heartwarming romance that leads to a hea.
NOBODY KNOWS is an enjoyable friends to lovers romance with a rockstar theme.
Told in first person from Ellie and Drew's pov. Available in KU
November 22, 2014
Ellie has always been the strong and patient one with her two best friends, Drew and Jason Brooks. With their lives as rock stars, a friend like Ellie is priceless. Especially when the brothers fight amongst themselves and the papers print the feud for the world to read. Ellie's new relationship with Drew cannot grow when the brothers play tug-of-war with her, but she's determined to make things work. The shadows of their pasts loom over the future, and nobody knows how dark the shadows grow except Ellie.
This is my favorite book from romance author Kyra Lennon so far. We get a peek into the lives of rock stars with the sex, drugs, and rock 'n roll. It's written realistically in that we see people with glowing talent and glaring flaws. The characterization is fantastic and spurs the plot ahead with intense emotional twists and turns.
Ellie is a steadfast and sweet. She's what the brothers need in their lives, in their own different ways. I particularly like how this is not a love triangle as it might sound. Ellie falls for Drew and he for her, but Jason is her best friend. The anger between the brothers could ruin all the relationships. Ellie's strength is that she can accept each of them as they are, love them for it, and forgive. Not an easy thing to do.
NOBODY KNOWS takes hold of your heart and won't let go. I highly recommend it along with Kyra Lennon's other fabulous romances.
This is my favorite book from romance author Kyra Lennon so far. We get a peek into the lives of rock stars with the sex, drugs, and rock 'n roll. It's written realistically in that we see people with glowing talent and glaring flaws. The characterization is fantastic and spurs the plot ahead with intense emotional twists and turns.
Ellie is a steadfast and sweet. She's what the brothers need in their lives, in their own different ways. I particularly like how this is not a love triangle as it might sound. Ellie falls for Drew and he for her, but Jason is her best friend. The anger between the brothers could ruin all the relationships. Ellie's strength is that she can accept each of them as they are, love them for it, and forgive. Not an easy thing to do.
NOBODY KNOWS takes hold of your heart and won't let go. I highly recommend it along with Kyra Lennon's other fabulous romances.
February 25, 2021
Nobody Knows is the first book in the Razes Hell series by Kyra Lennon. This is a contemporary romance set around rock band Razes Hell. I had never read any of Kyra Lennon’s work before reading Nobody Knows so I had no idea what to expect from this book. What I got was a great story that had me gripped from the very beginning right through to the end.
A publicity stunt to make it look like brothers Drew and Jason Brooks are at war with each other goes badly wrong when the 2 brothers actually end up at odd with each other. Stuck in the middle is Ellie who has been friends with both since childhood. The problem is that she’s always been best friends with Jason but now her and Drew have admitted to an attraction to one another. What will this do to the already strained relationship between the brothers?
I really loved reading Drew and Ellie’s story. The book contains a great deal of angst as Ellie wars with herself over her friendship with Jason and her new relationship with Drew. She’s totally stuck in the middle and doesn’t know what to do for the best.
I am a total sucker for a rock star romance so I lapped this book up and can’t wait to read more of the trials and tribulations of the Razes Hell guys.
A publicity stunt to make it look like brothers Drew and Jason Brooks are at war with each other goes badly wrong when the 2 brothers actually end up at odd with each other. Stuck in the middle is Ellie who has been friends with both since childhood. The problem is that she’s always been best friends with Jason but now her and Drew have admitted to an attraction to one another. What will this do to the already strained relationship between the brothers?
I really loved reading Drew and Ellie’s story. The book contains a great deal of angst as Ellie wars with herself over her friendship with Jason and her new relationship with Drew. She’s totally stuck in the middle and doesn’t know what to do for the best.
I am a total sucker for a rock star romance so I lapped this book up and can’t wait to read more of the trials and tribulations of the Razes Hell guys.
February 19, 2021
Nobody Knows by Kyra Lennon a rocking five-star read. This is number one In the Razes Hell series and shows us what a great series it shows to be becoming. There were parts that this was not five-star worthy, it was a bot repetitive and could do with a re-edit, as some lines kept repeating later down the page. But overall, the story and characters were well done, and had depth to them, you could feel the push and pull Ellie finds herself in and how she felt about Drew, but the conflicting emotions of Jason will push you at times, but others it pulls you, you can feel why Ellie has the emotional roller-coaster and why there is friction. It breaks your heart as a reader as you feel like you are forced to sit on your hands and not do anything, much like Ellie herself, forced to choose between doing what’s right and doing what those you love need of you.
February 28, 2021
Nobody Knows: A British Rock Band Romance (Razes Hell Book 1) by Kyra Lennon
There was something about this book that caught my eye and I'm so glad it did. I enjoyed every moment I spent reading this book even though it has a little more drama than I prefer.
Ellie grew up next door to Jason and Drew. They have been through so much with each other over the years. Unfortunately that ride isn't over.
So much happens in this book with this trio and I don't know which part I enjoyed more. I could take the easy route and say the ending, which I really liked but there were a few other moments that got me in the feels.
I cannot wait to read the next book to see what happens next.
There was something about this book that caught my eye and I'm so glad it did. I enjoyed every moment I spent reading this book even though it has a little more drama than I prefer.
Ellie grew up next door to Jason and Drew. They have been through so much with each other over the years. Unfortunately that ride isn't over.
So much happens in this book with this trio and I don't know which part I enjoyed more. I could take the easy route and say the ending, which I really liked but there were a few other moments that got me in the feels.
I cannot wait to read the next book to see what happens next.
October 29, 2015
Those who know me well know that I am super picky over my New Adult romances. Because sadly almost all of them are predictable and follow the same formula.
Thank GOD this book isn't one of those! Kyra Lennon's version of romance is real, and messy and complicated, and I absolutely could not get enough of it.
This author, and ESPECIALLY this book, come highly recommended from me.
Thank GOD this book isn't one of those! Kyra Lennon's version of romance is real, and messy and complicated, and I absolutely could not get enough of it.
This author, and ESPECIALLY this book, come highly recommended from me.
January 23, 2022
Audio read.
I really enjoyed this audiobook. Ellie’s a simple girl wrapped in a rockstars world. She’s in love with two brothers. One is her best friend and the other is something she never expected. But can you date your best friends brother?
I loved the rockstar world and the dynamics of this story.
I really enjoyed this audiobook. Ellie’s a simple girl wrapped in a rockstars world. She’s in love with two brothers. One is her best friend and the other is something she never expected. But can you date your best friends brother?
I loved the rockstar world and the dynamics of this story.
July 30, 2014
Review coming soon...!! But LOVE.
December 5, 2021
Great read, if you are looking for a quick book to read this is ideal.
March 3, 2023
This is my first acquaintance with this writer but I'm sure...not the last.
A story about 2 brothers in a rock band and a girl next door who stays friends with them until they all grow up.
Not a story that revolves around the band, but how their lives intertwine.
Drew, the drummer in the band, 32 years old, Jason the singer in the band, 28 years old, and Ellie, 24 years old.
As a 7-year-old girl she met the brothers and was always friends with Jason. For a moment she thought she was in love with him and they would always be together, but that changes.
Jason also changes. Fighting demons that only he knows about, he gets bogged down in alcohol and drugs, especially cocaine. Every time she picks up Jason together with his bigger brother Drew. And he hits rock bottom when he punches Ellie when she tries to dissuade him from a line of coke in his dad's living room. Drew is there to dry her tears and get Jason to rehab.
Ellie knows what she wants. Being Jason's best friend. But she dreams of being the love of Drew.
After a 5-year relationship with his ex, she has left Drew broken and feeling that he is never enough. He therefore does not dare to let Ellie know that she is the light in his life. And her always apologizing for Jason and forgiving him for everything he does makes him feel like he can't be good enough for her.
An emotional story in a triangle of family and friends. But also a story about faith, hope and love. A story with an addiction that comes around the corner every time and ruins lives.
How can Ellie keep Jason and Drew in her life when Jason seems to be against her and Drew's happiness? How can Drew believe Ellie when she's keeping secrets from him?
Emotional. Good insight into the life of an addict. Well developed characters where you can love all 3 main roles
Recommended.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
A story about 2 brothers in a rock band and a girl next door who stays friends with them until they all grow up.
Not a story that revolves around the band, but how their lives intertwine.
Drew, the drummer in the band, 32 years old, Jason the singer in the band, 28 years old, and Ellie, 24 years old.
As a 7-year-old girl she met the brothers and was always friends with Jason. For a moment she thought she was in love with him and they would always be together, but that changes.
Jason also changes. Fighting demons that only he knows about, he gets bogged down in alcohol and drugs, especially cocaine. Every time she picks up Jason together with his bigger brother Drew. And he hits rock bottom when he punches Ellie when she tries to dissuade him from a line of coke in his dad's living room. Drew is there to dry her tears and get Jason to rehab.
Ellie knows what she wants. Being Jason's best friend. But she dreams of being the love of Drew.
After a 5-year relationship with his ex, she has left Drew broken and feeling that he is never enough. He therefore does not dare to let Ellie know that she is the light in his life. And her always apologizing for Jason and forgiving him for everything he does makes him feel like he can't be good enough for her.
An emotional story in a triangle of family and friends. But also a story about faith, hope and love. A story with an addiction that comes around the corner every time and ruins lives.
How can Ellie keep Jason and Drew in her life when Jason seems to be against her and Drew's happiness? How can Drew believe Ellie when she's keeping secrets from him?
Emotional. Good insight into the life of an addict. Well developed characters where you can love all 3 main roles
Recommended.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 25, 2021
Nobody Knows (Razes Hell Book 1) by Kyra Lennon
4 Stars
This is the first book that I have read from this author and I was impressed. The amount of raw emotion in the story was astounding. The characters and their problems were relatable which made it easier to connect with them. This is not your usual love triangle. Ellie loves them both but differently. Jason has been her best friend since childhood and his brother Drew is who she’s in love with. The three have been to hell and back which has put a strain on their relationship especially between the brothers. The brothers’ band, Razes Hell, rise to fame has only added pressure. Being best friends with rock stars isn’t easy particularly when you are the glue that holds them together. When past issues are brought into the light publicly, feelings of resentment resurface. Things spiral out of control. Can Ellie mend the heartache between the brothers while her own life is in turmoil?
This book was well written. There was tension, secrets and betrayals. My only issue with the story was I found there was too much drama. I needed to step back every so often and take a break. Regardless, the story was very good and I will be looking for more books from this author.
4 Stars
This is the first book that I have read from this author and I was impressed. The amount of raw emotion in the story was astounding. The characters and their problems were relatable which made it easier to connect with them. This is not your usual love triangle. Ellie loves them both but differently. Jason has been her best friend since childhood and his brother Drew is who she’s in love with. The three have been to hell and back which has put a strain on their relationship especially between the brothers. The brothers’ band, Razes Hell, rise to fame has only added pressure. Being best friends with rock stars isn’t easy particularly when you are the glue that holds them together. When past issues are brought into the light publicly, feelings of resentment resurface. Things spiral out of control. Can Ellie mend the heartache between the brothers while her own life is in turmoil?
This book was well written. There was tension, secrets and betrayals. My only issue with the story was I found there was too much drama. I needed to step back every so often and take a break. Regardless, the story was very good and I will be looking for more books from this author.
February 15, 2021
Nobody Knows: A British Rock Band Romance (Razes Hell Book 1) by Kyra Lennon is a beautiful contemporary romance story. It is also a friend to lover’s romance. It is an emotional journey that is both heart wrenching and heart-warming. Kyra’s narrative makes this journey feel real and is easy to read. There is never a dull moment in this fast-moving drama filled with angst and emotionally heartfelt moments.
Three best friends. Two brothers who don’t always see eye to eye but are on their way to fame. One woman who has always been in their lives and loves them both and has to help them all deal with consequences.
Three best friends. Two brothers who don’t always see eye to eye but are on their way to fame. One woman who has always been in their lives and loves them both and has to help them all deal with consequences.
January 23, 2025
AWESOME BOOK... picked it out of the blue...so happy !!! Musicians, friendship ,family, love...sounds like a great drama...plus plenty of history & hurt...no spoilers.. love Drew & Ellie( Ells) ..but NOW I'm going to start the next one :) If you love romance with some smut , read this book....
January 18, 2015
Nobody Knows è stato una piacevole scoperta :D E' il primo libro che leggo di questa autrice, e si è aggiudicato senza problemi un posticino nella mia Top di Gennaio, nonostante non abbia ricevuto un punteggio pieno ^_^
Vediamo chi di voi indovina il motivo principale per cui è finito di diritto nella mia TBR, l'anno scorso, nonostante fosse un NA! Ihihihihihhih bravissimi, è stato per la cover xD troppo troppo troppo bellissimissima *•* Adoro la bravura di Najla Qamber Designs ♥
Ma veniamo al romanzo =)
Questa è la storia di Ellie e i fratelli Brooks, Jason e Drew. Sono cresciuti insieme e sono migliori amici da tempo immemore. Quando erano adolescenti, Ellie aveva una cotta per Jason, il più piccolo dei fratelli, e pur di stare con lui accettava di fargli da spalla in tutte le bravate dell'epoca ▬ ubriacarsi, andare in giro fino a notte fonda a fare casino... e sì, a scambiarsi qualche effusione di troppo :P Peccato che i fratelli Brooks facessero parte di una band musicale, i Razes Hell, e Jason si "intrattenesse" anche con le altre groupie, essendo il frontman. Crescendo, Ellie è maturata e ora, a ventiquattro anni, i suoi sentimenti sono cambiati.
Ora è l'inflessibile Drew a occupare ogni suo pensiero.
❝ «Stare insieme era destinato a cambiare tutto. Ma volevo stare con te, senza che nessuno si intromettesse, il più a lungo possibile. Immagino che questo faccia di me un egoista che non vuole condividere ciò che abbiamo.»
« Nessuno deve condividere ciò che abbiamo. E' nostro, Drew. Soltanto nostro.»
Se credete che le cose siano tutte rose e fiori, però, vi sbagliate di grosso perché il manager della band ha messo su un bel teatrino per far crescere la fama dei ragazzi. Come? Semplice, facendo pensare che tra Drew e Jason ci sia del rancore nascosto. Purtroppo questa non è affatto una finzione, poiché Drew nutre davvero del risentimento per il fratello, schiacciato da un problema ancora più grande e spaventoso.
La droga.
❝ L'espressione di Jason si contorse dalla rabbia, e lui mi pressò più forte contro il tavolo, la dita che affondavano nei miei fianchi tanto dolorosamente che avvertii nuovi lividi formarsi sotto di esse. «Quando lo capirai? Non puoi aiutarmi! Questo è ciò che sono, okay?»
Non so proprio come proseguire per non spoilerarvi tutto!
Non sono decisamente una fan dei romanzi in cui si tratta una dipendenza come questa, anzi, ne sto alla larga, quindi sono rimasta un po' di sasso quando è venuto fuori il passato di Jason. Ma sono contenta di averlo affrontato con questa autrice, che ha saputo trattarlo con molto tatto e raffinatezza, senza turbarmi in modo irreparabile :)
Dunque dunque dunque . . . parliamo o no di questi tre giovanotti?!
D'accordo mettiamo subito le carte in tavola:
♥ I AM #TEAMJASONBROOKS ALL THE WAY ♥
Ahahahahahah non posso farci niente, scusatemi, ma questo piccolo cucciolotto mi ha conquistata fin dalla prima pagina e non ho fatto altro che tifare per lui per tutto il libro >.< La sua debolezza, il suo sorriso, i suoi abbracci, l'insegna al neon AIUTO grossa come una casa che aveva appiccicata in testa e che nessuno vedeva, perché nessuno vedeva lui... Oh, chetati, mio cuore T_T Ho amato ogni singolo istante in cui era presente Jason. Ho sofferto quando ha scoperto che Ellie non era più sua, che lui non era più il suo universo. Ho trattenuto il fiato quando...
Starete pensando: ah, quindi è un triangolo amoroso? No, girls, nessun triangolo :( Me lo aspettavo anch'io, lo agognavo, ma niente. It's always been Drew potrebbe essere un titolo alternativo per il romanzo, perché Ellie è innamorata persa del bel batterista moro :P
❝ Drew mi immerse le dita nei capelli. «Ho bisogno di te, Ellie. Adesso, ho veramente bisogno di te.»
Però però però, come potete vedere dai dati del libro, si tratta di una serie. Perciò chissà... magari il triangolo deve ancora arrivare perché, andiamo, il primo amore non si scorda mai, anche se ritieni fosse solo una cotta ;)
June 12, 2019
Nobody Knows was maybe the first book where I felt brave enough to wear my heart on my sleeve and fling out all the emotion I had in me. I didn't entirely intend for it to get as deep and heartfelt as it did, but my love of music and my love of these characters took over. To this day, it's still one of my favourites of my books.
**
Drew pulled away and stuffed his hands into his jeans pockets like a moody teenager. Thirty-one years old, and he’d morphed into a fourteen-year-old again. I wanted to pull his hand back, to be wrapped in his arms, or to run my fingers across his cheek the way I did in the club.
Without a coherent thought in my brain, I placed my hand on his face, then pressed my lips against his. Drew froze long enough to make my heart still, before his arms snaked around me. His mouth moved against mine slowly, like he wanted to savour every second.
Has he wanted this as long as I have?
The question had barely formed before he shoved me backwards away from his warmth.
“What the hell are you doing?” He stared at me as if I’d committed the worst crime ever.
A little shaken from being launched halfway down my hallway in his desperation to get me away from him, all I could do was blindly shake my head. “I… I didn't mean to-”
“You didn't mean to kiss me? Then what was that? Your way of trying to make me feel better?”
“No! I-”
“If you’d listened to anything I said tonight, you wouldn’t have done that.” Drew kept his voice low. “I’m used to being second best, and I know I’ve always been second best with you, too. But you’ve never made me feel that way more than you have tonight.”
My heart began a slow descent to my stomach. His accusation that I’d fuelled Jason’s drug habit was a low blow, but it didn’t cause half as much pain as realising I’d hurt Drew. My insides withered under his gaze, making me ache in places I didn’t know I had inside me. I couldn’t stand it, the intensity in his eyes.
He took a step towards the door, his head lowered, and his slight movement scared me. I had to say something to make him stay, because if he left before I figured out what I wanted to tell him, the moment would pass and we'd both be too awkward to ever bring it up again.
I couldn’t afford to stumble over my explanation. If I threw out words that weren’t completely honest, I’d only hurt him more.
The kiss wasn’t about wanting to make him feel better. It was about how he always protected me. How I felt his pain as if it was my own. How we both darted out of the club as soon as the coast was clear to go back to the hotel and watch a movie together.
It was about the man I’d grown up with, not the man who’d never grown up.
**
Drew pulled away and stuffed his hands into his jeans pockets like a moody teenager. Thirty-one years old, and he’d morphed into a fourteen-year-old again. I wanted to pull his hand back, to be wrapped in his arms, or to run my fingers across his cheek the way I did in the club.
Without a coherent thought in my brain, I placed my hand on his face, then pressed my lips against his. Drew froze long enough to make my heart still, before his arms snaked around me. His mouth moved against mine slowly, like he wanted to savour every second.
Has he wanted this as long as I have?
The question had barely formed before he shoved me backwards away from his warmth.
“What the hell are you doing?” He stared at me as if I’d committed the worst crime ever.
A little shaken from being launched halfway down my hallway in his desperation to get me away from him, all I could do was blindly shake my head. “I… I didn't mean to-”
“You didn't mean to kiss me? Then what was that? Your way of trying to make me feel better?”
“No! I-”
“If you’d listened to anything I said tonight, you wouldn’t have done that.” Drew kept his voice low. “I’m used to being second best, and I know I’ve always been second best with you, too. But you’ve never made me feel that way more than you have tonight.”
My heart began a slow descent to my stomach. His accusation that I’d fuelled Jason’s drug habit was a low blow, but it didn’t cause half as much pain as realising I’d hurt Drew. My insides withered under his gaze, making me ache in places I didn’t know I had inside me. I couldn’t stand it, the intensity in his eyes.
He took a step towards the door, his head lowered, and his slight movement scared me. I had to say something to make him stay, because if he left before I figured out what I wanted to tell him, the moment would pass and we'd both be too awkward to ever bring it up again.
I couldn’t afford to stumble over my explanation. If I threw out words that weren’t completely honest, I’d only hurt him more.
The kiss wasn’t about wanting to make him feel better. It was about how he always protected me. How I felt his pain as if it was my own. How we both darted out of the club as soon as the coast was clear to go back to the hotel and watch a movie together.
It was about the man I’d grown up with, not the man who’d never grown up.
February 17, 2019
I've read Nobody Knows twice now and the story consumed me both times. I often had to stop and remind myself that I was reading a book as Kyra Lennon's words made me feel like I was there, right in the story, witnessing what was happening. This is an emotional story that beautifully weaves the journey of Ellie, Drew and Jason who each have their own battles to fight.
Whilst Jason comes across as your typical rock star, Drew is very different and definitely isn't what you'd expect of an up and coming star. Drew has always been very selfless, but finally finds the courage to take something for himself, and Ellie is exactly what he needs. Drew is definitely my favourite Brooks brother!
Ellie has always seemed to have a closer bond with Jason, but in the prologue you could tell there was something special between her and Drew right from the moment they met. It takes years to develop into something more, but Ellie comes close to losing it when she seems unable to put herself, and Drew, first. Does Ellie seem to forgive Jason too easily? Yes, she does, but I was able to relate with this as I'm also a person who can be too forgiving. However, I don't always see this as a weakness.
For me, it was Jason who took the biggest, and most difficult, journey in Nobody Knows. I think he'd never really had to face up to the consequences of his actions because he'd always had Drew, and Ellie, protecting him from the damage his decisions caused others. The plan devised by the band's manager opened up old wounds for both Drew and Jason, and neither were able to stop what needed to happen for them to move on and realise what they really wanted. I'm excited to read Everybody Knows, which is Jason's story along with Lucy, Ellie’s younger sister, who we meet in this first book.
I know this series comes before the Chaos and Consent series, but it really doesn't matter which you read first. They compliment each other so well whilst also shining on their own. Nobody Knows is the fourth book I've read by this author and each has proven over and over again what an incredible talent she so clearly has. I've come to expect a certain type of story from Kyra Lennon and she hasn't failed to deliver. With some authors, I'll pick and choose which of their books I want to read, but with this author, I plan on reading every book she has written because I can't get enough of her work. If you haven't picked up one of Kyra Lennon's books yet, then you need to do so today!
“I can’t promise to always do everything right, but I promise to try. I need to be with you, Ells. I love you.” - Drew
Whilst Jason comes across as your typical rock star, Drew is very different and definitely isn't what you'd expect of an up and coming star. Drew has always been very selfless, but finally finds the courage to take something for himself, and Ellie is exactly what he needs. Drew is definitely my favourite Brooks brother!
Ellie has always seemed to have a closer bond with Jason, but in the prologue you could tell there was something special between her and Drew right from the moment they met. It takes years to develop into something more, but Ellie comes close to losing it when she seems unable to put herself, and Drew, first. Does Ellie seem to forgive Jason too easily? Yes, she does, but I was able to relate with this as I'm also a person who can be too forgiving. However, I don't always see this as a weakness.
For me, it was Jason who took the biggest, and most difficult, journey in Nobody Knows. I think he'd never really had to face up to the consequences of his actions because he'd always had Drew, and Ellie, protecting him from the damage his decisions caused others. The plan devised by the band's manager opened up old wounds for both Drew and Jason, and neither were able to stop what needed to happen for them to move on and realise what they really wanted. I'm excited to read Everybody Knows, which is Jason's story along with Lucy, Ellie’s younger sister, who we meet in this first book.
I know this series comes before the Chaos and Consent series, but it really doesn't matter which you read first. They compliment each other so well whilst also shining on their own. Nobody Knows is the fourth book I've read by this author and each has proven over and over again what an incredible talent she so clearly has. I've come to expect a certain type of story from Kyra Lennon and she hasn't failed to deliver. With some authors, I'll pick and choose which of their books I want to read, but with this author, I plan on reading every book she has written because I can't get enough of her work. If you haven't picked up one of Kyra Lennon's books yet, then you need to do so today!
“I can’t promise to always do everything right, but I promise to try. I need to be with you, Ells. I love you.” - Drew
June 19, 2020
Awesome Story & Narration🎧 Captivating & Heartfelt!
Nobody Knows
Razes Hell, Book 1
By: Kyra Lennon
Narrated by: Poppy Royana
I thoroughly enjoyed this awesome book, I am a huge fan of rock star romance novels and l loved Kyra Lennon’s unique and original story and the characters she created. They are realistic and easy to relate to. The three characters have been good friends since they were young, Ellie Hayes and the two Brooks brothers, Jason and Drew, they were all neighbors. The two brothers are in Razes Hell, an up and coming rock band and Ellie, an illustrator wanting to get work on her own and not for who she knows, though the opposite happens when her best friends, the Brooks brothers get some bad publicity. The bands manager wanted Drew and Jason to grab media attention so they created create some controversy, fake fighting only it brings up old wounds and turns to real fighting. Ellie always had a special relationship with Jason, it could have but never did turn into more, but lately she realizes she grew feelings for Drew, the older of the two brothers. But can something come of it, will Jason be ok with it, can Drew get past Jason and Ellie’s special bond. Can the band survive the fighting and then Jason’s fall to old habits. This fast moving story is well plotted and there is never a dull moment with plenty of drama, angst, emotionally driven moments, heartfelt ones all leading to an awesome friends to lovers romance. Kyra Lennon, thank you for this awesome story and the emotional rollercoaster ride.
I listened to the Audible edition, Poppy Royana is a fabulous narrator and voice artist. She does a great job portraying the characters, humanizing them, capturing all their emotions and projecting them into her performance. She is an entertaining storyteller and a pleasure to listen to. Thank you for this fabulous listen🎧
Nobody Knows
Razes Hell, Book 1
By: Kyra Lennon
Narrated by: Poppy Royana
I thoroughly enjoyed this awesome book, I am a huge fan of rock star romance novels and l loved Kyra Lennon’s unique and original story and the characters she created. They are realistic and easy to relate to. The three characters have been good friends since they were young, Ellie Hayes and the two Brooks brothers, Jason and Drew, they were all neighbors. The two brothers are in Razes Hell, an up and coming rock band and Ellie, an illustrator wanting to get work on her own and not for who she knows, though the opposite happens when her best friends, the Brooks brothers get some bad publicity. The bands manager wanted Drew and Jason to grab media attention so they created create some controversy, fake fighting only it brings up old wounds and turns to real fighting. Ellie always had a special relationship with Jason, it could have but never did turn into more, but lately she realizes she grew feelings for Drew, the older of the two brothers. But can something come of it, will Jason be ok with it, can Drew get past Jason and Ellie’s special bond. Can the band survive the fighting and then Jason’s fall to old habits. This fast moving story is well plotted and there is never a dull moment with plenty of drama, angst, emotionally driven moments, heartfelt ones all leading to an awesome friends to lovers romance. Kyra Lennon, thank you for this awesome story and the emotional rollercoaster ride.
I listened to the Audible edition, Poppy Royana is a fabulous narrator and voice artist. She does a great job portraying the characters, humanizing them, capturing all their emotions and projecting them into her performance. She is an entertaining storyteller and a pleasure to listen to. Thank you for this fabulous listen🎧
July 17, 2016
Ellie is stuck between two childhood friends and officially living in the Friend-Zone with two rock stars. One, she's always supported both boys and their dreams. But two, Ellie doesn't want to be in the spotlight herself, which isn't easy. She's slowly realizing that her affection for Drew isn't just as the little girl next door anymore. But it's complicated. Due to Jason's rocky past and their friendship, it makes things hard for Ellie when she finally admits that she wants Drew and doesn't want to change her feelings. Of course, the public can't keep their noses out when they smell a scandal. The fake publicity stunt soon pulls Ellie in and makes things worse. Jason and Drew are barely getting along and when everything is blown out into the open, things spiral down quickly. Ellie has to find a way to help both boys without ruining what they have.
The romantic interactions between Drew and Ellie were wonderful! I love Drew so much and I want to keep him for myself. He was a bit hard to get a read on at first, but I really warmed up to loving him. Jason is definitely a feisty character and oh, I hope Kyra writes about his story, which is hopefully the hint I picked up at one point! I really appreciated how much Ellie didn't want the spotlight and wasn't using the friendship. She just wanted her friends to be okay.
Nobody Knows is a story about making our own decisions and protecting those we love, while at the same time trying to help each other grow. It's about friendship and love. I highly recommend this book! I do admit it was a little slow to start and it took me a few chapters to get into it, but then I couldn't put it down. It's a great romance with a story that makes you want to read it again.
The romantic interactions between Drew and Ellie were wonderful! I love Drew so much and I want to keep him for myself. He was a bit hard to get a read on at first, but I really warmed up to loving him. Jason is definitely a feisty character and oh, I hope Kyra writes about his story, which is hopefully the hint I picked up at one point! I really appreciated how much Ellie didn't want the spotlight and wasn't using the friendship. She just wanted her friends to be okay.
Nobody Knows is a story about making our own decisions and protecting those we love, while at the same time trying to help each other grow. It's about friendship and love. I highly recommend this book! I do admit it was a little slow to start and it took me a few chapters to get into it, but then I couldn't put it down. It's a great romance with a story that makes you want to read it again.
November 9, 2014
I grabbed this book to participate in the Blog Tour, and boy am I glad that I did. The Brooks Brothers will definitely break your heart; both of them. Jason, Drew, and Ellie have been life long friends. While over the years the dynamics of each relationship has twisted and contorted they have overcome obstacles and braved many storms together. Romance was never a part of any of the transformation over the years, but it appears that is all about to change. Drew is the older and responsible brother, although, his demand for control is a borderline obsession. Jason is the young and carefree younger brother that lives for the good times. Those good times of left him with walls of aggression between brothers, broken trust with his best friends, and a drug habit that is always beckoning him to return but someone he is still running strong. Leaping at every opportunity he is quite selfish in the determination to make them famous no matter the cost. Ellie on the other hand has always been the in between. The cooler water with the tight bond between both brothers. When Drew and Ellie discover their feelings toward one another have transformed yet again this will change the dynamics for all of their relationships. Caught between, Ellie will find herself in a constant tug of war, and when everything hits the fan she will be the one left holding pieces of what was once beautiful love and friendship. This was such a great story. I really felt every moment of the journey, and loved the character and detail that built this story directly into my mind. This adventure will take you through the highs and lows it is a gut wrenching heart break, and souls soaring love story.
~BookWhisperer Reviewer Jax~
~BookWhisperer Reviewer Jax~
November 25, 2014
Ellie grew up with 2 best friends, brothers & rock stars, Drew & Jason Brooks. She is known as the glue that keeps them together.
The band, Razes Hell, has started to take off and hit big. Life in the eyes of the paparazzi isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. Secrets and the past are brought up about all three. A fake battle that is set to raise the band’s numbers, has put Ellie in a position where she has to side who she going to pick. Is it going to be with Drew where her heart now belongs or with the bad boy Jason.
Jason is the younger of the two Brooks brothers. He is the sexy, ladies’ man that will make you want to melt by just the sight of him.
Drew, the drummer of the band, is the older, more mature brother that seems to always have the better choices and decisions for not only the band but for Jason as well. Drew doesn’t want to end up second best. He wants to be number one. He resents being compared to Jason even though he is older, wiser and seems to keep things together better.
Ellie is caught in the middle. Her relationship starts with the Brooks brothers as kids. She has been there for them through thick and thin. How much longer will she make it? Will her career survive the media and the lifestyle she has been leading by following the band. What type of name will she give herself?
I tend to always fall for the bad boy rocker, the one that everyone wants. But this time, my heart belongs to Drew. He is the softie. He only wants what is best for Jason and Ellie, but will that involve himself or exclude him from their lives? This is book 1 of the series and can be read as a standalone. This is not a cliffhanger. I definitely can’t wait to see what is in store for the rest of the series.
The band, Razes Hell, has started to take off and hit big. Life in the eyes of the paparazzi isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. Secrets and the past are brought up about all three. A fake battle that is set to raise the band’s numbers, has put Ellie in a position where she has to side who she going to pick. Is it going to be with Drew where her heart now belongs or with the bad boy Jason.
Jason is the younger of the two Brooks brothers. He is the sexy, ladies’ man that will make you want to melt by just the sight of him.
Drew, the drummer of the band, is the older, more mature brother that seems to always have the better choices and decisions for not only the band but for Jason as well. Drew doesn’t want to end up second best. He wants to be number one. He resents being compared to Jason even though he is older, wiser and seems to keep things together better.
Ellie is caught in the middle. Her relationship starts with the Brooks brothers as kids. She has been there for them through thick and thin. How much longer will she make it? Will her career survive the media and the lifestyle she has been leading by following the band. What type of name will she give herself?
I tend to always fall for the bad boy rocker, the one that everyone wants. But this time, my heart belongs to Drew. He is the softie. He only wants what is best for Jason and Ellie, but will that involve himself or exclude him from their lives? This is book 1 of the series and can be read as a standalone. This is not a cliffhanger. I definitely can’t wait to see what is in store for the rest of the series.
November 14, 2014
What's Ellie to do? Jason and Drew have been her best friends since the age of eight. But she gets stuck in the middle of the resentment the Brooks brothers have been holding on to for years.
These three were such wonderful characters and it was great to see how they each had such a strong relationship with each other. Jason and Ellie had an amazing friendship that gets tested time and again and Ellie proves her strength by remembering that friendship during the lows. The bond she has with Jason is so strong, her friendship and new romance with Drew has trouble solidifying because of the difficulty Ellie has in trying to keep them happy. There were parts where I put myself in her shoes and I would have just walked out of the room until those brothers got their issues dealt with but she loves them both so much she sticks to her guns to try and get them to find peace but occasionally it backfired.
I liked that this wasn't just a rocker romance. The focus was solely on the characters more than the rocker lifestyle constantly in the background as seen in most rocker romance novels.
Towards the end, it got quite emotional. I even had to fight back a few tears. This was not just a great love story but a story about lasting friendships.
These three were such wonderful characters and it was great to see how they each had such a strong relationship with each other. Jason and Ellie had an amazing friendship that gets tested time and again and Ellie proves her strength by remembering that friendship during the lows. The bond she has with Jason is so strong, her friendship and new romance with Drew has trouble solidifying because of the difficulty Ellie has in trying to keep them happy. There were parts where I put myself in her shoes and I would have just walked out of the room until those brothers got their issues dealt with but she loves them both so much she sticks to her guns to try and get them to find peace but occasionally it backfired.
I liked that this wasn't just a rocker romance. The focus was solely on the characters more than the rocker lifestyle constantly in the background as seen in most rocker romance novels.
Towards the end, it got quite emotional. I even had to fight back a few tears. This was not just a great love story but a story about lasting friendships.
February 16, 2021
Wow...that was quite a ride. I am glad I didn't know much about this book before going into it because it made for a great read. I kept turning the pages and reading through until I reached the end in one sitting.
Jason and Drew are brothers that are both part of the band Razes Hell. Ellie has known Jason and Drew for years and is part of the glue that holds the brothers together. For publicity, their manage has had them playing on a brotherly feud that seems to become more truth than fiction as time wears on. When Ellie becomes the center of the feud, there may be no going back to the way things were. A secret held for a best friend may be the relationship ender that keeps the three apart forever. Is there any way to come back from that? (You'll have to read to find out)
I really did enjoy the entire story. I could feel Ellie's heart being tugged in different directions as the story progressed and my heart broke right along with hers. The ending was definitely worth the wait. And I found myself really enjoying Ellie's sister's character. Overall, a great book!
Jason and Drew are brothers that are both part of the band Razes Hell. Ellie has known Jason and Drew for years and is part of the glue that holds the brothers together. For publicity, their manage has had them playing on a brotherly feud that seems to become more truth than fiction as time wears on. When Ellie becomes the center of the feud, there may be no going back to the way things were. A secret held for a best friend may be the relationship ender that keeps the three apart forever. Is there any way to come back from that? (You'll have to read to find out)
I really did enjoy the entire story. I could feel Ellie's heart being tugged in different directions as the story progressed and my heart broke right along with hers. The ending was definitely worth the wait. And I found myself really enjoying Ellie's sister's character. Overall, a great book!
February 27, 2021
Nobody Knows (Razes Hell #1) by Kyra Lennon was a great 5 star read.
I love Rocker reads and I was pulled right in from the beginning.
Ellie’s childhood best friends are becoming huge rock stars. They quickly discover that as you gain stardom that things in your past become public knowledge, even things they don’t want to come up. Ellie has always been there for Drew and Jason and she is there for them now even more. She had a closer connection with Jason when they were younger but now Ellie finds herself feeling something stronger for Drew. Does he feel the same? Will all their secrets be revealed?
Overall I really enjoyed this book. We get lots of twists and turns that add a great element to the story. My emotions were all over the place. All of the secondary characters were great as well. I felt like I had a couple of different stores going on at the same time. The author does a great job with her writing and I can’t wait to read more from this series. 1-click and get started today.
February 28, 2021
5/5 Stars
Nobody Knows: A British Rock Band Romance (Razes Hell #1) by Kyra Lennon
This is the first book I've read by Lennon but it will not be my last. I think I've found a new book boyfriend in Drew. Lennon knows how to capture a reader's attention.
Ellie is not used to being in the spotlight. When she finds herself falling for her friend she isn't sure what to think. Jason and Drew have been her friends for several years. She isn't sure what to think about everything happening. The quote I chose for Ellie is: “Mack, do me a favour and put Jason in a cab. And call Derek, he needs to know about this. Drew, come with me.”
Drew the drummer and songwriter for Razes Hell. He doesn't know when his feelings have changed for his best friend. He doesn't want to be second best anymore and it scares him. The quote I chose for Drew is: “Because he’s Jason. He’s so busy trying to do what he thinks is best for the band, he doesn’t think about anyone else. He’s a selfish p**ck.”
Highly recommended for contemporary romance lovers.
Nobody Knows: A British Rock Band Romance (Razes Hell #1) by Kyra Lennon
This is the first book I've read by Lennon but it will not be my last. I think I've found a new book boyfriend in Drew. Lennon knows how to capture a reader's attention.
Ellie is not used to being in the spotlight. When she finds herself falling for her friend she isn't sure what to think. Jason and Drew have been her friends for several years. She isn't sure what to think about everything happening. The quote I chose for Ellie is: “Mack, do me a favour and put Jason in a cab. And call Derek, he needs to know about this. Drew, come with me.”
Drew the drummer and songwriter for Razes Hell. He doesn't know when his feelings have changed for his best friend. He doesn't want to be second best anymore and it scares him. The quote I chose for Drew is: “Because he’s Jason. He’s so busy trying to do what he thinks is best for the band, he doesn’t think about anyone else. He’s a selfish p**ck.”
Highly recommended for contemporary romance lovers.
November 10, 2014
I'm not surprised I enjoyed this story so much or that I read it so fast. It only took me what seemed like an hour and some change to read the book. I was intrigued by the characters and their stories. I really liked how honest Kyra was about the problems former addicts face.
The dynamic between Ellie, Drew, and Jason was very interesting. I felt bad for her being caught between two of the most important men in her life. I found Jason and Drew's interactions to be fascinating . There is a lot of history there and it made for some tense moments as well as emotional ones. However, only part of it was shared and I'm hoping we'll get more if/when we get Jason's story.
I'm really looking forward to seeing this series develop and getting to know more about the band members and their stories. Kyra has written an emotional story that shows she's done a lot of research. It's one I thoroughly enjoyed reading.
The dynamic between Ellie, Drew, and Jason was very interesting. I felt bad for her being caught between two of the most important men in her life. I found Jason and Drew's interactions to be fascinating . There is a lot of history there and it made for some tense moments as well as emotional ones. However, only part of it was shared and I'm hoping we'll get more if/when we get Jason's story.
I'm really looking forward to seeing this series develop and getting to know more about the band members and their stories. Kyra has written an emotional story that shows she's done a lot of research. It's one I thoroughly enjoyed reading.
November 15, 2014
When I first started reading this book I couldn't get into it. So I put it down and left it alone for a few days. Then I tried again and once I started I finished it within a few hours.
I thought this would of been your typical rock star romance, you know the one 'girl is madly in love with the rock star, he doesn't notice at first then all of a sudden there madly in love with each other like they have been for years'. Yeah that one, well this book was NOTHING like that. There were things in this book that I didn't except. I was very emotional reading this book. I loved Ellie, Jason & Drew. They had the perfect friendship growing up, and they supported each other no matter what. The characters and their story felt very real and relatable. I thought Ellie would of been with Jason at the start of the book but I'm happy that she ended up with Drew because to me they are perfect together.
I really enjoyed the story line & characters, I give this book a 4 star review!
I thought this would of been your typical rock star romance, you know the one 'girl is madly in love with the rock star, he doesn't notice at first then all of a sudden there madly in love with each other like they have been for years'. Yeah that one, well this book was NOTHING like that. There were things in this book that I didn't except. I was very emotional reading this book. I loved Ellie, Jason & Drew. They had the perfect friendship growing up, and they supported each other no matter what. The characters and their story felt very real and relatable. I thought Ellie would of been with Jason at the start of the book but I'm happy that she ended up with Drew because to me they are perfect together.
I really enjoyed the story line & characters, I give this book a 4 star review!
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