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Chasing Echoes
One demo. One voice. One life-altering decision.
Beth Daniels never chased fame - it found her. Plucked from obscurity and dropped into the chaos of the American rock scene, she's the last thing Eternal Echoes a quiet, bookish Brit with a voice that cuts straight to the soul. But music isn't the only thing that ignites between Beth and the band, especially the magnetic and guarded lead singer, Jordan Riley. The deeper she falls into their world, and into his arms, the more the lines between love, loyalty, and ambition begin to blur.
When tragedy calls her home, Beth must make a devastating choice between the life she always knew and the one she never dared to dream. And walking away might mean breaking more than just hearts, it could silence her future forever.
Chasing Echoes is a raw, emotional tale of fame, first love, and the echo that lingers long after the final note.
Set in 2010, Chasing Echoes is the first book in the Echoes Trilogy.
*** This book contains mature content including scenes of a sexually explicit nature. ***
Beth Daniels never chased fame - it found her. Plucked from obscurity and dropped into the chaos of the American rock scene, she's the last thing Eternal Echoes a quiet, bookish Brit with a voice that cuts straight to the soul. But music isn't the only thing that ignites between Beth and the band, especially the magnetic and guarded lead singer, Jordan Riley. The deeper she falls into their world, and into his arms, the more the lines between love, loyalty, and ambition begin to blur.
When tragedy calls her home, Beth must make a devastating choice between the life she always knew and the one she never dared to dream. And walking away might mean breaking more than just hearts, it could silence her future forever.
Chasing Echoes is a raw, emotional tale of fame, first love, and the echo that lingers long after the final note.
Set in 2010, Chasing Echoes is the first book in the Echoes Trilogy.
*** This book contains mature content including scenes of a sexually explicit nature. ***
627 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 20, 2025
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December 11, 2025
Unlikely rock story
I lov
ed this book. It was very well written, it hit my heart and I shed some tears. Next up, can't wait.
I lov
ed this book. It was very well written, it hit my heart and I shed some tears. Next up, can't wait.
December 2, 2025
Is it possible to feel both exhilarated and devastated by a book?
Yes, it is, because that’s what I felt while reading Chasing Echoes by Lila Brightwell.
This was a book that started off with a gentle sweetness that pulled me in and had me hooked from page one. The protagonists were likable from the first moment. And although in essence this is a love story between Beth and Jordan, it’s also a love story between Beth and the entire band. Not a sexual love story, although there was plenty of that (between Beth and Jordan of course), but an emotional love story between four people who truly connected and cared for each other, and made me care for them too.
I loved the way Brightwell portrayed her three band members, Jordan, Dan and Nick. Despite being rock stars, they were so sweet and kind and sexy. And then when Beth was added to the mix, the results were combustible. Each guy fell for her in his own way. Nick, ever the joker, eventually became a good and loyal friend. Dan, with his gentle nature was a stabilizing force from the start. His feelings for Beth never stopped growing and *** small spoiler alert*** he never quite got over her. And then of course there was Jordan. Hot. Sexy, and the man who won Beth’s heart. His love for her grew from the moment he heard her voice, until finally, and this was a slooow burn let me tell you, he claimed her for his own.
Beth herself is a beautiful, sweet, gentle FMC with a big heart that is only surpassed by her incredible voice. She fits into the group as if she was made for them. And by the end of the book you truly believe she was.
The romance between her and Jordan is both sweet and HOT. ***Another small spoiler alert*** When they got matching, specially designed tattoos, I melted.
And then came the end…
I’m not going to spoil it for anyone, but I cried. Truly I cried. Big, ugly tears.
And now, I’m on tenterhooks waiting for the next book, because I have to know what happens next.
So in conclusion, this was a beautiful book that made me smile, laugh and cry. I loved it so much and I anyone who reads it is guaranteed to feel the same.
In other words… if you haven’t read Chasing Echoes yet, what are you waiting for?
Yes, it is, because that’s what I felt while reading Chasing Echoes by Lila Brightwell.
This was a book that started off with a gentle sweetness that pulled me in and had me hooked from page one. The protagonists were likable from the first moment. And although in essence this is a love story between Beth and Jordan, it’s also a love story between Beth and the entire band. Not a sexual love story, although there was plenty of that (between Beth and Jordan of course), but an emotional love story between four people who truly connected and cared for each other, and made me care for them too.
I loved the way Brightwell portrayed her three band members, Jordan, Dan and Nick. Despite being rock stars, they were so sweet and kind and sexy. And then when Beth was added to the mix, the results were combustible. Each guy fell for her in his own way. Nick, ever the joker, eventually became a good and loyal friend. Dan, with his gentle nature was a stabilizing force from the start. His feelings for Beth never stopped growing and *** small spoiler alert*** he never quite got over her. And then of course there was Jordan. Hot. Sexy, and the man who won Beth’s heart. His love for her grew from the moment he heard her voice, until finally, and this was a slooow burn let me tell you, he claimed her for his own.
Beth herself is a beautiful, sweet, gentle FMC with a big heart that is only surpassed by her incredible voice. She fits into the group as if she was made for them. And by the end of the book you truly believe she was.
The romance between her and Jordan is both sweet and HOT. ***Another small spoiler alert*** When they got matching, specially designed tattoos, I melted.
And then came the end…
I’m not going to spoil it for anyone, but I cried. Truly I cried. Big, ugly tears.
And now, I’m on tenterhooks waiting for the next book, because I have to know what happens next.
So in conclusion, this was a beautiful book that made me smile, laugh and cry. I loved it so much and I anyone who reads it is guaranteed to feel the same.
In other words… if you haven’t read Chasing Echoes yet, what are you waiting for?
December 23, 2025
A shy, talented girl leaves her family in the UK to tour America with a band of 3 hot rockstars. I loved watching as Beth starts to believe in herself and becomes part of the band family. The slow burn romance had me quickly turning pages, and the cliffhanger at the end has me on alert for book 2! If you like slow burn, off the charts chemistry and rockstar romance this is the book for you!!
January 16, 2026
This wrecked me
This is a beautiful love story of dreams, and the choices we make to walk away from those dreams when the ones we love need us. I feel like every great love that I’ve experienced where it was just not the right time, all that heartbreak comes spilling out, raw and fresh after reading this. I hold out hope for a follow up so there is another chance for Beth and Jordan, and the band as a whole.
This is a beautiful love story of dreams, and the choices we make to walk away from those dreams when the ones we love need us. I feel like every great love that I’ve experienced where it was just not the right time, all that heartbreak comes spilling out, raw and fresh after reading this. I hold out hope for a follow up so there is another chance for Beth and Jordan, and the band as a whole.
November 4, 2025
Eternal Echoes, a hugely popular American rock band, joins forces with a shy British bookworm who has the voice of an angel... if this isn't the best setting for a contemporary romance, what is?
I enjoyed every single aspect of this book: the music, the drama, the slow burn heat... and the literature references! Fmc Beth's favorite book happens to be the same as mine, Pride and Prejudice, and the boys tease her relentlessly about wanting her very own Mr. Darcy...
If you like steamy romances, handsome rock stars, down-to-earth heroines and surprising twists, read Chasing Echoes! The story will continue in book 2, Resounding Echoes.
"But I'll never regret it. Not for a second."
I enjoyed every single aspect of this book: the music, the drama, the slow burn heat... and the literature references! Fmc Beth's favorite book happens to be the same as mine, Pride and Prejudice, and the boys tease her relentlessly about wanting her very own Mr. Darcy...
If you like steamy romances, handsome rock stars, down-to-earth heroines and surprising twists, read Chasing Echoes! The story will continue in book 2, Resounding Echoes.
"But I'll never regret it. Not for a second."
January 11, 2026
Eternal Echoes: the up-and-coming band of besties, making noise on stage and in headlines. In 2010, they're set to be one of the biggest, coolest bands in the country, all set to play six months of new coast-to-coast tour dates. Their band manager just has to balance keeping them from getting into too much trouble with booze and babes with keeping the band happy. Not difficult--they certainly love playing shows and *meeting and greeting* fans, but when the manager suggests livening up their sound by adding a female front to the mix? The boys in the band are not, in fact, happy.
Until they hear a demo from the "British Bookworm," their eventual nickname for the angel voice they hear singing their demos, haunting them all but mostly frontman Jordan. When the quiet, somewhat shy young woman from abroad arrives, she not only captivates them with her curves but mesmerizes them with her vocals.
In short, Beth Daniels not only steals their breaths, she steals their hearts as well.
Sure, drummer Nick is the flirtiest and most outgoing of the trio, and Dan the bassist may have caught her attention with his witty banter, but both are friend-zoned when Beth can't keep her eyes and mind off of the broody lead singer. Especially since he's brooding for her and vice versa.
For those of you who want more pining, more yearning in romance, this book delivers oh so much, and oh so well! Ever so slowly, between band practices and social/private moments, pining gives way to the lingering of gazes and the tiniest of touches. They all want her, but they also know who's got the best shot at winning her heart.
By the time the floodgates opened and their relationship blossomed, I was flipping pages at breakneck speed, rooting for the young lovebirds to take.all.the.chances and declare all.the.things.
It also delivers oh so well on that front!
What's even more great about this book is that even though you see it coming, and you get to feel all the feels, you get to do so from all of their perspectives, not just one. What ends up being a love story between a man and a woman is deliciously seen through the couple's own eyes but also the eyes of the rest of the band. The characters aren't just half of the couple; they're integral parts of the whole.
Near the end, tragedy strikes and throws a wrench into not only the couple's plans but possibly the band's. Thank God there's a second book coming soon because as I finished the story, I was about to RAGE! Need more! <3 Can't wait!
Until they hear a demo from the "British Bookworm," their eventual nickname for the angel voice they hear singing their demos, haunting them all but mostly frontman Jordan. When the quiet, somewhat shy young woman from abroad arrives, she not only captivates them with her curves but mesmerizes them with her vocals.
In short, Beth Daniels not only steals their breaths, she steals their hearts as well.
Sure, drummer Nick is the flirtiest and most outgoing of the trio, and Dan the bassist may have caught her attention with his witty banter, but both are friend-zoned when Beth can't keep her eyes and mind off of the broody lead singer. Especially since he's brooding for her and vice versa.
For those of you who want more pining, more yearning in romance, this book delivers oh so much, and oh so well! Ever so slowly, between band practices and social/private moments, pining gives way to the lingering of gazes and the tiniest of touches. They all want her, but they also know who's got the best shot at winning her heart.
By the time the floodgates opened and their relationship blossomed, I was flipping pages at breakneck speed, rooting for the young lovebirds to take.all.the.chances and declare all.the.things.
It also delivers oh so well on that front!
What's even more great about this book is that even though you see it coming, and you get to feel all the feels, you get to do so from all of their perspectives, not just one. What ends up being a love story between a man and a woman is deliciously seen through the couple's own eyes but also the eyes of the rest of the band. The characters aren't just half of the couple; they're integral parts of the whole.
Near the end, tragedy strikes and throws a wrench into not only the couple's plans but possibly the band's. Thank God there's a second book coming soon because as I finished the story, I was about to RAGE! Need more! <3 Can't wait!
October 23, 2025
This book was such a wonderful surprise in the best way! I went in expecting romance, music, and rockstar vibes, and got all that plus so much more. Tension, slow burn, chemistry, character growth – this book had it all! By chapter two I was laughing out loud, completely drawn into these characters and their world.
Beth is one of those heroines you can’t help but root for. She’s relatable, funny, and beautifully human in all the right ways. I saw so many parts of myself in her, and that connection made every moment and inner monologue feel that much more honest and relatable. And the dynamic between her and Jordan? The tension, the banter, the little moments charged with meaning – absolute perfection!
Every character shines, the dialogue feels real, and the emotional beats land exactly where they should. Lila Brightwell’s writing has this addictive rhythm that keeps you hooked from start to finish. It’s heartfelt, witty, and full of life.
I don’t know how I’m supposed to sit here patiently and wait for book two, because honestly, I’m not ready to leave these characters behind just yet.
Highly recommend!
Beth is one of those heroines you can’t help but root for. She’s relatable, funny, and beautifully human in all the right ways. I saw so many parts of myself in her, and that connection made every moment and inner monologue feel that much more honest and relatable. And the dynamic between her and Jordan? The tension, the banter, the little moments charged with meaning – absolute perfection!
Every character shines, the dialogue feels real, and the emotional beats land exactly where they should. Lila Brightwell’s writing has this addictive rhythm that keeps you hooked from start to finish. It’s heartfelt, witty, and full of life.
I don’t know how I’m supposed to sit here patiently and wait for book two, because honestly, I’m not ready to leave these characters behind just yet.
Highly recommend!
October 4, 2025
A down-to-earth British girl joins a US rock band made up of three guys… and from there, the sparks fly.
I really enjoyed the mix of music, romance, and drama in this story. The heroine is relatable and easy to root for, and the band dynamic adds a fun backdrop for all the tension and chemistry. It’s the kind of book that plays right into favorite romance tropes — shy girl, rock stars, slow-burn attraction — and it’s hard not to get swept along.
If you like your romances with plenty of angst, sizzling chemistry, and a rock-and-roll setting, this one’s definitely worth picking up!
I really enjoyed the mix of music, romance, and drama in this story. The heroine is relatable and easy to root for, and the band dynamic adds a fun backdrop for all the tension and chemistry. It’s the kind of book that plays right into favorite romance tropes — shy girl, rock stars, slow-burn attraction — and it’s hard not to get swept along.
If you like your romances with plenty of angst, sizzling chemistry, and a rock-and-roll setting, this one’s definitely worth picking up!
November 5, 2025
I enjoyed this debut rockstar romance by Lila Brightwell. The characters were likeable, and the story kept moving forward enough to keep me interested. The chemistry between the two main characters was sweet and believable. The chapters were fairly fast, and I liked the dual POV format, although sometimes I was thrown a bit when other POV's were introduced. I think I preferred just Beth and Jordan. The ending was a surprise I didn't see coming, and I'm looking forward to finding out what happens in book 2.
January 7, 2026
I think I just read 75% of teenage girls fantasies!
A normal girl is thrown in to chaos and daydreams-come-true when she's asked to join an existing trio of men in their rock band.
Feelings develope, personalities expand, dreams are realised and the only thing that was destined to happen when an 18 hear old is thrown into the mix with 21 year old rock stars, happens... jealousy, wanting and spice.
Beth evolves from timid village girl, to a woman that makes the ultimate sacrifice, regardless of her dreams and feelings.
Well done, Lila. I'll always have a thing for drummers..
A normal girl is thrown in to chaos and daydreams-come-true when she's asked to join an existing trio of men in their rock band.
Feelings develope, personalities expand, dreams are realised and the only thing that was destined to happen when an 18 hear old is thrown into the mix with 21 year old rock stars, happens... jealousy, wanting and spice.
Beth evolves from timid village girl, to a woman that makes the ultimate sacrifice, regardless of her dreams and feelings.
Well done, Lila. I'll always have a thing for drummers..
December 2, 2025
Chasing Echoes masterfully captures the exhilaration and heartache of a life thrust into the music industry, with Beth Daniels’ emotional journey at its core. Lila Brightwell’s storytelling weaves romance, ambition, and tragedy into a compelling debut that resonates long after the final page.
December 11, 2025
This book hit hard, I loved it and can’t wait for the next!!
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