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Published September 1, 2025
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Anna Bloom
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A book hoarder and coffee addict at heart Anna's main existence in life is to create beautiful words about exquisitely flawed characters. She's a slow burn Princess and all about working for that happy ever after, but she guarantees when you get it, you'll fall so hard you might never want to surface again.
Be prepared to oooh and aaah and squeal with delight as Anna takes you on a journey you are unlikely to forget.
Anna lives at in Surrey, the UK, with her husband and three children. She happiest writing (thinking of ways to make you swoon), drinking coffee and snuggling up on the sofa in the evenings for a binge of her favourite shows or reading in bed. She loves to chat with her readers on social media so if you love the words come and find her, she sure loves to talk.
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A book hoarder and coffee addict at heart Anna's main existence in life is to create beautiful words about exquisitely flawed characters. She's a slow burn Princess and all about working for that happy ever after, but she guarantees when you get it, you'll fall so hard you might never want to surface again.
Be prepared to oooh and aaah and squeal with delight as Anna takes you on a journey you are unlikely to forget.
Anna lives at in Surrey, the UK, with her husband and three children. She happiest writing (thinking of ways to make you swoon), drinking coffee and snuggling up on the sofa in the evenings for a binge of her favourite shows or reading in bed. She loves to chat with her readers on social media so if you love the words come and find her, she sure loves to talk.
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September 26, 2025
A rockstar romance with all the British emo and indie vibes. Made me so homesick for London! But this book was more than just a rockstar romance; it was about intense grief, overcoming depression and loss of identity. The raw and intense emotion from the MC’s absolutely touched me.
”And that’s when it hits me. The absolute worst truth. Because this isn’t just creative chemistry. It’s him. It’s the way he listens when I sing; the way he pushes me when I doubt. The way he looks at me—not a half-version of someone famous, just... Seren. And that’s enough. But there’s no beautiful way this ends. Only wreckage.”
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She swore off musicians. He’s built his life around the stage. Their worlds were never meant to collide - until they did.
Seren, the daughter of legendary rockstar, is living a safe and small life hiding in her Vinyl store in London and sworn off musicians years ago. Harry, a walking tabloid headline, is still grieving from a past tragedy and has lost himself in the fame and is the last person Seren would get close to. But after a strawberry milkshake catastrophe outside her Vinyl shop, their connection quickly deepens into something neither of them saw coming. In each other, they find comfort, vulnerability, and a kind of understanding that fame has never allowed. But as the world closes in, and old wounds are reopened by songs that sound too much like confessions, love alone might not be enough. This is a story about choosing someone - even when it’s complicated, even when it hurts - and learning how to be seen when you’ve spent your whole life hiding.
“Go be intrigued somewhere else. There’s a zoo near Regent’s Park. Or try the National Gallery if you’re feeling cultural.”
Seren is our emotionally unavailable FMC who relies on her resentment with her Dad to keep herself together. By trying to be everything he is not, she forgets to be herself and figure out who she can become outside of the family name. Sometimes I really wanted to slap her, but I also wanted to hug her because she is the way she is because she cares and she feels deeply even if she doesn’t voice it. It’s in her actions. Her journey of discovering herself and finally being openly vulnerable after she has covered her emotions with dark humour for so long was touching. The family healing was also an important moment in this, and exploring the family dynamics and despite each being dysfunctional, they are still able to come together for Sunday dinners as one.
”How much of my life have I spent defining myself by what I’m not rather than what I am?”
Similarly, Harry getting the confidence to put himself first and get on that train to emotional healing was long overdue. At first he seemed so reliant on Seren - which is never healthy - and as such was afraid leading to him making mistakes and bad judgement. However you could feel he loved Seren so deeply in how he was gentle with her when she was still unready, and didn’t push her past what was comfortable for her. Ultimately, Harry was the character I most resonated with and felt connected, and Anna really wrote his character well.
”Because I know what this is. I’ve felt this kind of ache before; the sort that digs into your bones and rewrites your centre of gravity. I’ve just found a sliver of peace. And I already know I’m going to ruin it.”
The romance between them was oh so torturous and a little toxic. But eventually they were able to become who they were meant to be separately before starting fresh and I think that’s the best take. Sometimes things have to fall apart before they can come back together.
“I didn’t fall in love with you the way I was supposed to. It wasn’t soft. It wasn’t slow. It was immediate. Violent. Like you tore something open in me that’s never going to close.” “You didn’t just ruin me, Seren. You rebuilt me.”
We really got the rockstar experience with this one! Their synergy and connection through music and song writing is what tied this all together. The music was the glue. The studio sessions, late night writing, jokes with the band mates and concert performances were so fun. I can’t wait to read the other band mates’ stories!
”Instead, I let the exhaustion catch up with me. The exhaustion of fighting this, of denying how far I’ve already fallen, of pretending that what happened in that studio was just professional collaboration when it felt more like communion.”
What’s included:
🎸 Rockstar Romance
🎼 Slow Burn
🎸 Dysfunctional Family Dynamics
🎼 Fame and Fallout
🎸 He Falls First
🎼 Music as Therapy
🎸 Betrayal and Redemption
🎼 Emotionally Closed Off Heroine
🎸 Destructive Love
”And that’s when it hits me. The absolute worst truth. Because this isn’t just creative chemistry. It’s him. It’s the way he listens when I sing; the way he pushes me when I doubt. The way he looks at me—not a half-version of someone famous, just... Seren. And that’s enough. But there’s no beautiful way this ends. Only wreckage.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
She swore off musicians. He’s built his life around the stage. Their worlds were never meant to collide - until they did.
Seren, the daughter of legendary rockstar, is living a safe and small life hiding in her Vinyl store in London and sworn off musicians years ago. Harry, a walking tabloid headline, is still grieving from a past tragedy and has lost himself in the fame and is the last person Seren would get close to. But after a strawberry milkshake catastrophe outside her Vinyl shop, their connection quickly deepens into something neither of them saw coming. In each other, they find comfort, vulnerability, and a kind of understanding that fame has never allowed. But as the world closes in, and old wounds are reopened by songs that sound too much like confessions, love alone might not be enough. This is a story about choosing someone - even when it’s complicated, even when it hurts - and learning how to be seen when you’ve spent your whole life hiding.
“Go be intrigued somewhere else. There’s a zoo near Regent’s Park. Or try the National Gallery if you’re feeling cultural.”
Seren is our emotionally unavailable FMC who relies on her resentment with her Dad to keep herself together. By trying to be everything he is not, she forgets to be herself and figure out who she can become outside of the family name. Sometimes I really wanted to slap her, but I also wanted to hug her because she is the way she is because she cares and she feels deeply even if she doesn’t voice it. It’s in her actions. Her journey of discovering herself and finally being openly vulnerable after she has covered her emotions with dark humour for so long was touching. The family healing was also an important moment in this, and exploring the family dynamics and despite each being dysfunctional, they are still able to come together for Sunday dinners as one.
”How much of my life have I spent defining myself by what I’m not rather than what I am?”
Similarly, Harry getting the confidence to put himself first and get on that train to emotional healing was long overdue. At first he seemed so reliant on Seren - which is never healthy - and as such was afraid leading to him making mistakes and bad judgement. However you could feel he loved Seren so deeply in how he was gentle with her when she was still unready, and didn’t push her past what was comfortable for her. Ultimately, Harry was the character I most resonated with and felt connected, and Anna really wrote his character well.
”Because I know what this is. I’ve felt this kind of ache before; the sort that digs into your bones and rewrites your centre of gravity. I’ve just found a sliver of peace. And I already know I’m going to ruin it.”
The romance between them was oh so torturous and a little toxic. But eventually they were able to become who they were meant to be separately before starting fresh and I think that’s the best take. Sometimes things have to fall apart before they can come back together.
“I didn’t fall in love with you the way I was supposed to. It wasn’t soft. It wasn’t slow. It was immediate. Violent. Like you tore something open in me that’s never going to close.” “You didn’t just ruin me, Seren. You rebuilt me.”
We really got the rockstar experience with this one! Their synergy and connection through music and song writing is what tied this all together. The music was the glue. The studio sessions, late night writing, jokes with the band mates and concert performances were so fun. I can’t wait to read the other band mates’ stories!
”Instead, I let the exhaustion catch up with me. The exhaustion of fighting this, of denying how far I’ve already fallen, of pretending that what happened in that studio was just professional collaboration when it felt more like communion.”
What’s included:
🎸 Rockstar Romance
🎼 Slow Burn
🎸 Dysfunctional Family Dynamics
🎼 Fame and Fallout
🎸 He Falls First
🎼 Music as Therapy
🎸 Betrayal and Redemption
🎼 Emotionally Closed Off Heroine
🎸 Destructive Love
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October 24, 2025H also slept with h sister, and she finds out after they got together
September 15, 2025
ARC review
The Sound Between Us follows a famous musican on the road to self-destruction until he literally runs into a girl who is trying to live a normal life away from fame. Seren, the daughter of not one but 2 musicians, wants nothing more than to continue her life working in her uncle's record store. Harrison is in a boy band on their verge of losing everything they worked for. Together, they help each other realize what they really want out of life.
This ARC was hard at times to get through. I felt like the story kept repeating itself. There were also a lot of grammar errors ( although this has not officially came out yet and could still be in the editing phase). In the end, I enjoyed the story a lot and was glad where it ended. Thank you for the chance to read your work. im looking forward to seeing where the next book takes us!
The Sound Between Us follows a famous musican on the road to self-destruction until he literally runs into a girl who is trying to live a normal life away from fame. Seren, the daughter of not one but 2 musicians, wants nothing more than to continue her life working in her uncle's record store. Harrison is in a boy band on their verge of losing everything they worked for. Together, they help each other realize what they really want out of life.
This ARC was hard at times to get through. I felt like the story kept repeating itself. There were also a lot of grammar errors ( although this has not officially came out yet and could still be in the editing phase). In the end, I enjoyed the story a lot and was glad where it ended. Thank you for the chance to read your work. im looking forward to seeing where the next book takes us!
September 14, 2025
Think Empire Records & Still Crazy, with a 2000s twist - meet-cute, whirlwind romance, and all the highs and lows of the music industry lifestyle.
Seren is running from the spotlight, having grown up in the shadow of her famous musical parents. Harry, on the other hand, is the charismatic frontman of a band thriving in the chaos of fame. Their worlds collide, and what follows is a journey through love, identity, and the complexities of navigating life in the music industry.
From early on, though, I felt something wasn’t quite right. I’m not sure if it was the writing itself or the author’s overall style, but it often felt like the story was trying too hard to make a statement. Deep, meaningful messages were constantly being driven home, so much so that when the genuinely significant moments arrived, their impact was lost.
What I did enjoy was the music element. Music was used in such a way to express emotion, identity, and the quiet power it holds. That aspect really resonated with me, and it added an authentic layer to the story.
This was my first foray into “rockstar romance,” and it wasn’t exactly what I expected. I thought it might follow the typical “rock star meets fan” trope but this wasn't that.
Seren, trying to escape the world that fame had built (and broken) for her family, and Harrison, living the full celebrity experience, both find solace in the quiet moments. In each other, they find the space to just be — not the performer or the legacy, but simply Harry and Seren.
Their relationship begins with a chance encounter at the record store where Seren works, and from there it blossoms into something deeper. They slowly uncover what happiness really means to them, confront their own flaws, and search for peace outside the blinding lights of fame.
That said, I have to admit: Seren grated on me at times. Yes, her guarded nature is understandable given her past, but she sometimes came across as a little too pretentious.
The story was predictable in parts — but honestly, what romance isn't? Despite that, it was enjoyable. It had its cute moments, but overall, it was just okay for me.
Thank you to Tales & Teacups and Anna Bloom for sending an e-copy for me to read and review - all thoughts are my own.
Seren is running from the spotlight, having grown up in the shadow of her famous musical parents. Harry, on the other hand, is the charismatic frontman of a band thriving in the chaos of fame. Their worlds collide, and what follows is a journey through love, identity, and the complexities of navigating life in the music industry.
From early on, though, I felt something wasn’t quite right. I’m not sure if it was the writing itself or the author’s overall style, but it often felt like the story was trying too hard to make a statement. Deep, meaningful messages were constantly being driven home, so much so that when the genuinely significant moments arrived, their impact was lost.
What I did enjoy was the music element. Music was used in such a way to express emotion, identity, and the quiet power it holds. That aspect really resonated with me, and it added an authentic layer to the story.
This was my first foray into “rockstar romance,” and it wasn’t exactly what I expected. I thought it might follow the typical “rock star meets fan” trope but this wasn't that.
Seren, trying to escape the world that fame had built (and broken) for her family, and Harrison, living the full celebrity experience, both find solace in the quiet moments. In each other, they find the space to just be — not the performer or the legacy, but simply Harry and Seren.
Their relationship begins with a chance encounter at the record store where Seren works, and from there it blossoms into something deeper. They slowly uncover what happiness really means to them, confront their own flaws, and search for peace outside the blinding lights of fame.
That said, I have to admit: Seren grated on me at times. Yes, her guarded nature is understandable given her past, but she sometimes came across as a little too pretentious.
The story was predictable in parts — but honestly, what romance isn't? Despite that, it was enjoyable. It had its cute moments, but overall, it was just okay for me.
Thank you to Tales & Teacups and Anna Bloom for sending an e-copy for me to read and review - all thoughts are my own.
September 13, 2025
First off, this book gets 4 stars from me. I did get a copy to review and so some grammatical errors were in my copy but I didn’t count that against the book. There was also a couple spots in the book that contradicted itself so I’m thinking that was just some early errors and will be corrected in the final. Also a few chapters repeat themselves. For example when they were in the apartment, it talks about a certain scene and then switches to the others perspective and it repeats itself. This wasn’t necessary. So now to the reason for the 4 stars. While it is a cute romance book with a happy ending, I felt the story of the MFC (Serene) struggles with her identity. Eventually she figures it out. And she realizes love can help and that her dad isn’t the villain she makes him out to be. Now the love mess. He falls first for sure. The small amount of time I don’t think is realistic so if you’re looking for realistic, this isn’t your book. So they try this relationship, then the ex gets in the way. She leaves, he tries to get her back. Eventually they work it out and then something else happens and then they end up again together. While the situation with the ex is very predictable, the second one was to a point and understand but when he explains more to her about the situation, she doesn’t hear or it’s forgotten later on in the book. This was a little confusing. The first half is great! The last part seemed like the author wasn’t sure where to go but wanted to add drama and did it. Do I think it could have been better with the plot? Yes! Is this book an easy romance read? Yes! I did enjoy this book and the author did a great job with the music industry aspect. Also something to keep in mind is the terminology is British so as someone in the US, if I didn’t have friends or watch shows from the UK, I would have had to look something up. In conclusion, if you want a romance story with a happy ending that is where both the MMC and MFC are musically inclined and involved in this life, make sure to check this book out.
September 5, 2025
The Sound Between Us is one of those rare books that makes you feel—the kind of aching nostalgia I haven’t experienced since watching Almost Famous, Now and Then, or Garden State as a teenager. Seren and Harry’s relationship arc is both beautiful and vulnerable, and I especially loved that it centered characters in their late 20s and early 30s—it felt refreshing and real.
As an Elder Emo™ who grew up on Warped Tours, Elks Club shows, and Hot Topic shifts, this story hit me straight in the chest. The way it captured music as self-expression—how songs can shape, define, and even rescue your core essence—was powerful and deeply relatable. Creating a playlist for this book came so naturally it felt like the songs were already waiting between the pages.
I can’t wait to dive into the spin-off, The Silence Between Us, and follow the story of Jamie.
As an Elder Emo™ who grew up on Warped Tours, Elks Club shows, and Hot Topic shifts, this story hit me straight in the chest. The way it captured music as self-expression—how songs can shape, define, and even rescue your core essence—was powerful and deeply relatable. Creating a playlist for this book came so naturally it felt like the songs were already waiting between the pages.
I can’t wait to dive into the spin-off, The Silence Between Us, and follow the story of Jamie.
September 8, 2025
Loved this. It wasn't a typical rock star meets fan, it was something different altogether.
Loved Seren, she wanted nothing to do with the limelight because of all it cost her.
Harry was running on fumes, everyone wanted something from him
A chance meeting in a record shop and a tentative friendship is made and they both realise they calm each other
Throw in some miscommunication and you have a lovely story of loss, love, secrets and a happily ever after
It was a little predictable at times but the ending wasn’t what I expected. The jumps in time were a little unexpected but the story overall worked. I love a rockstar romance and this hit the mark
Loved Seren, she wanted nothing to do with the limelight because of all it cost her.
Harry was running on fumes, everyone wanted something from him
A chance meeting in a record shop and a tentative friendship is made and they both realise they calm each other
Throw in some miscommunication and you have a lovely story of loss, love, secrets and a happily ever after
It was a little predictable at times but the ending wasn’t what I expected. The jumps in time were a little unexpected but the story overall worked. I love a rockstar romance and this hit the mark
September 12, 2025
🎼 ARC Review 🎶
The Sound Between Us by Anna Bloom
⭐️⭐️⭐️
Favourite Quote: "My chest is caving in, and Harrison is upstairs sleeping peacefully, and I don’t know how to reconcile those two truths without breaking apart completely."
The general premise of the story was fantastic, I can't fault it. Rockstar's daughter, who hates the business but full of talent, meets jaded Popstar, what's not to love!
Seren has my heart, I love her IDGAF attitude ♥️ Harry is the Manc boy we all love, I love his persistence 💯
I must admit, I had a full-on relationship with this book. We had our ups and our downs, sad and happy times
If you love a slow-burn, this is for you. This love crosses oceans 🧡♥️
The Sound Between Us by Anna Bloom
⭐️⭐️⭐️
Favourite Quote: "My chest is caving in, and Harrison is upstairs sleeping peacefully, and I don’t know how to reconcile those two truths without breaking apart completely."
The general premise of the story was fantastic, I can't fault it. Rockstar's daughter, who hates the business but full of talent, meets jaded Popstar, what's not to love!
Seren has my heart, I love her IDGAF attitude ♥️ Harry is the Manc boy we all love, I love his persistence 💯
I must admit, I had a full-on relationship with this book. We had our ups and our downs, sad and happy times
If you love a slow-burn, this is for you. This love crosses oceans 🧡♥️
September 12, 2025
Love me a rockstar romance. And the meet cute was honest and sweet. But this book was simply OK. I just didn’t care for the FMC really. Serena’s story is supposed to have made her guarded and jaded. Yet, she just comes off as rude and cold. And there are a bunch of typos where the words “like” or “as” are missing and it made me have to reread lines a lot because it didn’t make sense. I do love a good single dad story though and I liked Flick so I’ll continue on in the series.
September 4, 2025
ARC REVIEW: I am a sucker for a good rockstar romance and Anna Bloom sucked me in! This one was a quickie but such a cute story. I loved the rawness and the realness of the characters. I was hooked from the first chapter. My only hang up was the yo-yoing back and forth between the mcs. The first couple times was fine but after that everything kinda felt silly. Overall a great little read!
September 11, 2025
My first rockstar romance.
The FMC has music in her soul but she's seen what fame does to a family. She hates everything about that scene. But when she meets Harry everything starts to change.
Emotional, and relatable.
Cant wait to read more from Anna!
Thanks for the opportunity to read this arc. I am leaving this review voluntarily.
The FMC has music in her soul but she's seen what fame does to a family. She hates everything about that scene. But when she meets Harry everything starts to change.
Emotional, and relatable.
Cant wait to read more from Anna!
Thanks for the opportunity to read this arc. I am leaving this review voluntarily.
September 29, 2025
Such a fun and cute story!
October 2, 2025
Arc review For a honest review in my own words on a book I read. This really cute story of Siren and Harrison who both have some issue they need to address but together they make each other whole
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