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Collision Course
Blue isn't how most people picture a hardcore rock music fan - he's self-conscious, delicate, a little nerdy and a lot neurotic. But when he catches the interest of Rhys - the lead singer of his favorite band Collision In Reverse - after a concert, Blue just can't say no. Before he knows what's happening, the band is back on the tour bus and Blue's along for the ride.
While he enjoys living an adventure for the first time in his life, Blue has to work hard to keep the favor of distant, enigmatic Rhys. He's clueless about life on tour and blunders his way from one awkward situation to the next, trying to fit in with the road crew, getting used to his status as a glorified groupie, and dealing with the mood swings of his selfish lover.
His guileless charm eventually wins over the crew, and even Rhys seems to be growing fond of Blue. But just as Blue dares to hope that he is more to the singer than a convenient warm body, his world falls apart in one heart-shattering night, and not even love may be enough to put the pieces back together.
While he enjoys living an adventure for the first time in his life, Blue has to work hard to keep the favor of distant, enigmatic Rhys. He's clueless about life on tour and blunders his way from one awkward situation to the next, trying to fit in with the road crew, getting used to his status as a glorified groupie, and dealing with the mood swings of his selfish lover.
His guileless charm eventually wins over the crew, and even Rhys seems to be growing fond of Blue. But just as Blue dares to hope that he is more to the singer than a convenient warm body, his world falls apart in one heart-shattering night, and not even love may be enough to put the pieces back together.
- GenresM M RomanceNovella
128 pages, ebook
First published October 24, 2014
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November 3, 2014
Reading this blurb, I have no idea where my head was when I decided to read this. It did not appeal to me and I was pretty sure I wasn't going to enjoy the way the MCs treated one another. But my curiosity got the better of me and I decided to give it a try.
I'm a romantic at heart and the way the MCs treated each other and themselves was just NOT OK for my tastes. Maybe for part of the book or in flashbacks, but for the vast majority, ummmmNo. I had a pit in my stomach the whole time and other than the last 5 pages, this book made me feel like shit.
I now want to forget I read this and read a book about 2 gay men in a loving, happy, healthy relationship running through a field of poppies with their Golden Retriever, holding hands after just finding out they've been approved to adopt a baby girl from the Iron Range. *dreamy sigh*
Can't recommended
I'm a romantic at heart and the way the MCs treated each other and themselves was just NOT OK for my tastes. Maybe for part of the book or in flashbacks, but for the vast majority, ummmmNo. I had a pit in my stomach the whole time and other than the last 5 pages, this book made me feel like shit.
I now want to forget I read this and read a book about 2 gay men in a loving, happy, healthy relationship running through a field of poppies with their Golden Retriever, holding hands after just finding out they've been approved to adopt a baby girl from the Iron Range. *dreamy sigh*
Can't recommended
November 3, 2014
I absolutely loved the book. It wasn't exactly romantic, at least not explicitly, definitely not what I'm used to in this genre. Though, lately it seems I prefer it to exaggerated romance and you know what? I find this kind of books more real and well, I really love it when I'm choking on emotions while reading a book.
Don't get me wrong though, it is a love story and I do find it sweet in its own way. It's like all the frustration in it makes all sweet moments feel much better.
Don't get me wrong though, it is a love story and I do find it sweet in its own way. It's like all the frustration in it makes all sweet moments feel much better.
May 31, 2016
Now this is my kind of story. I like my romance novels to have a bit of realism, a bit of asshole-ish behavior, and I want my guys to work for that elusive happy-for-now or happy-ever-after ending. Otherwise, to me, it’s just a fluffy and totally unrealistic fairy tale…and I don’t really like fairy tales. But I can see why there are only a few reviews, many of which are very negative, and I totally get that some people have triggers that have them swearing off books and authors that push those buttons. That is all fine and good, but we are all individuals with different tastes, and I personally look for those reviews and add these kinds of books to my to-read list. So, thank you for pointing me to a great story. And authors, keep writing them.
Blue and Rhys have a very difficult relationship…if one could even call a groupie traveling with a rock star a relationship. This story, for the most part, takes place over a couple weeks, so Blue and Rhys really don’t even know each other well enough to be boyfriends, let alone friends. Blue is crazy for Collision in Reserve, the band that Rhys is the singer for, and they meet willy-nilly after a concert on the spur of the moment (obviously after sex) and is invited along for awhile which he accepts. Now, I am not sure about you, but at this point, I would be totally sure that my being with the band was for sexual purposes only and would not expect to be treated like something special….and trust me when I say that’s exactly what happens.
This is where all the negative reviews come into play and grabbed my attention. Was Rhys an asshole? Absolutely. A self-admitted asshole, so no surprise there, but in my opinion, Blue allowed his insecurity and his fanaticism with the band to take over common sense, he could have left anytime, and thus left himself open to being a willing doormat and so, in my opinion, he accepted his share of the responsibility for that treatment. I think it’s fair to say we have all, at one time or another, allowed a crush to treat us poorly hoping that things would change. In this case, they do, but it required Blue to walk away first…and the reason he walked away is yet another reason for all the bad press, lol….CHEATING…that horrible word that is such a hard-limit for so many in their reading material. But admittedly, yes, it was a douche move, but they are not in a relationship, so there is no cheating…sheesh. Anyway, it was not on paper so that should be easier for some to swallow.
I am not sure why, but I could totally relate to this book. It was kind of like the movie Almost Famous but with a gay twist and none of the characters are married and fooling around with a groupie that follows the band. In this case, the groupie is traveling with the band. So, yeah, this is not your fluffy, kissy-face romance novel and Blue does get his feelings hurt, a lot, and Rhys really needed a lesson in how to treat people, but they overcome and this one ends on a good note so yep, i definitely recommend it to those who are not sensitive to the items listed above. Otherwise…walk away now.
The Blogger Girls
Blue and Rhys have a very difficult relationship…if one could even call a groupie traveling with a rock star a relationship. This story, for the most part, takes place over a couple weeks, so Blue and Rhys really don’t even know each other well enough to be boyfriends, let alone friends. Blue is crazy for Collision in Reserve, the band that Rhys is the singer for, and they meet willy-nilly after a concert on the spur of the moment (obviously after sex) and is invited along for awhile which he accepts. Now, I am not sure about you, but at this point, I would be totally sure that my being with the band was for sexual purposes only and would not expect to be treated like something special….and trust me when I say that’s exactly what happens.
This is where all the negative reviews come into play and grabbed my attention. Was Rhys an asshole? Absolutely. A self-admitted asshole, so no surprise there, but in my opinion, Blue allowed his insecurity and his fanaticism with the band to take over common sense, he could have left anytime, and thus left himself open to being a willing doormat and so, in my opinion, he accepted his share of the responsibility for that treatment. I think it’s fair to say we have all, at one time or another, allowed a crush to treat us poorly hoping that things would change. In this case, they do, but it required Blue to walk away first…and the reason he walked away is yet another reason for all the bad press, lol….CHEATING…that horrible word that is such a hard-limit for so many in their reading material. But admittedly, yes, it was a douche move, but they are not in a relationship, so there is no cheating…sheesh. Anyway, it was not on paper so that should be easier for some to swallow.
I am not sure why, but I could totally relate to this book. It was kind of like the movie Almost Famous but with a gay twist and none of the characters are married and fooling around with a groupie that follows the band. In this case, the groupie is traveling with the band. So, yeah, this is not your fluffy, kissy-face romance novel and Blue does get his feelings hurt, a lot, and Rhys really needed a lesson in how to treat people, but they overcome and this one ends on a good note so yep, i definitely recommend it to those who are not sensitive to the items listed above. Otherwise…walk away now.
The Blogger Girls
March 12, 2015
A very real, interesting story about two complicated, stubborn men. I loved it and I loved the author’s style – it was smooth and beautiful, I couldn’t put the book away. I can’t say that something really big happens here, but it’s exactly what made me unable to look away, because the story captivates and just doesn’t let go.
I fell in love with Blue right away. Unusual name, beautiful physical appearance and brilliant mind. He was so genuine, so patient and caring. He didn’t have a high self-esteem, but he did his best in awkward situations – he was funny, sarcastic at times, easy going. Even the coldest person would love him, it’s impossible not to.
Rhys is so closed off that I couldn’t understand him at first. His mood kept changing, but even though he was an asshole sometimes, I loved him – he’s a tragic, sad character who finally experienced love. I forgave him for his little slips, because I believed him when he said that he simply didn’t know better. He doesn’t understand how normal people are supposed to act, how the relationship works. But Blue is there, with him – he can teach him. I’m sure they’ll have quarrels, but probably they will stay together.
This book isn’t dark and it doesn’t feature insufferable assholes. Yes, there were moments when Rhys was hurtful and selfish, but honestly, I expected much worse. Though if it would have been worse, Blue would have left for good – he’s not the person who will put up with somebody’s shit.
It was a wonderful, pleasant ride - the only bad thing I can say is that in my opinion, the book is too expensive – it’s too short for a price like that. But I chose to buy it and I’m glad I did. I’m satisfied and I will read it again.
I fell in love with Blue right away. Unusual name, beautiful physical appearance and brilliant mind. He was so genuine, so patient and caring. He didn’t have a high self-esteem, but he did his best in awkward situations – he was funny, sarcastic at times, easy going. Even the coldest person would love him, it’s impossible not to.
Rhys is so closed off that I couldn’t understand him at first. His mood kept changing, but even though he was an asshole sometimes, I loved him – he’s a tragic, sad character who finally experienced love. I forgave him for his little slips, because I believed him when he said that he simply didn’t know better. He doesn’t understand how normal people are supposed to act, how the relationship works. But Blue is there, with him – he can teach him. I’m sure they’ll have quarrels, but probably they will stay together.
This book isn’t dark and it doesn’t feature insufferable assholes. Yes, there were moments when Rhys was hurtful and selfish, but honestly, I expected much worse. Though if it would have been worse, Blue would have left for good – he’s not the person who will put up with somebody’s shit.
It was a wonderful, pleasant ride - the only bad thing I can say is that in my opinion, the book is too expensive – it’s too short for a price like that. But I chose to buy it and I’m glad I did. I’m satisfied and I will read it again.
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