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The Frequency of Him
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Expected 20 Jan 26“You can run, little nightmare, but I will always find what’s mine.”
When Investigative Journalist, Sloane Keenan, digs into Reverb, the elusive band with a cult-like following, she doesn’t expect to uncover ties to her father’s unsolved murder. The deeper she digs, the darker the truth becomes.
A shadowy corporation.
A dangerous conspiracy.
Two polarizing men who rival her attention.
As the lines blur between obsession and betrayal, Sloane must decide what it’s really worth to uncover the truth.
Are some secrets safer left in the dark?
When Investigative Journalist, Sloane Keenan, digs into Reverb, the elusive band with a cult-like following, she doesn’t expect to uncover ties to her father’s unsolved murder. The deeper she digs, the darker the truth becomes.
A shadowy corporation.
A dangerous conspiracy.
Two polarizing men who rival her attention.
As the lines blur between obsession and betrayal, Sloane must decide what it’s really worth to uncover the truth.
Are some secrets safer left in the dark?
- GenresDark Romance
421 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication January 20, 2026
1142 people want to read
About the author
T.L. Taylor
1 book30 followersT.L. Taylor is an independent author who recently completed her debut novel. She lives in Louisiana with her high school sweetheart, two children, and three cats. She is a full-time nurse practitioner and emergency healthcare provider. When she isn't working or spending time with her family, she enjoys disappearing between the pages of a good dark romance or romantasy. Her other hobbies include attending concerts and drinking iced coffee like it's an Olympic sport. Her passion for writing and storytelling began in her elementary years and blossomed as the years went on. In early 2025, she decided to throw caution to the wind and write a book. She dove in headfirst with nothing but sheer determination and the support of her family and friends. She hopes that her readers enjoy her stories as much as she enjoyed writing them.
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October 7, 2025
The Frequency of Him was so easy to get into. I am a HUGE fan of Sleep Token, so I loved the fact that it’s inspired by them. The story line and the plot is intriguing, and I couldn’t put it down. I also loved the character development in the MMC and can’t wait to read more about the other characters!
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November 2, 2025A book inspired by Sleep Token????? SIGN ME UP RN!!!!!
December 19, 2025
Congrats on your first book! So happy to be a beta reader and see the whole process of this idea coming to life.
I can’t wait for the dark romance community to get their hands on this book!
I can’t wait for the dark romance community to get their hands on this book!
December 20, 2025
The Frequency of Him (Songs of the Broken) was simply wow. The creativity, the writing, the spice…it was all done with so much passion and intention. You can truly feel the authenticity in the author’s voice. This is dark romance written by a dark romance girlie through and through.
This story beautifully connects pain to music, showing how music becomes a therapeutic release for broken souls. The MMC and FMC perfectly complement each other’s darkness. While the FMC represents purity and light, she becomes the catalyst for his growth and redemption.
Told in dual POV, the story is thrilling and heart-racing from every angle. That said, I experienced this more as Riven’s story than Sloane’s. You’re fully immersed in the band’s journey, and it pulls you in completely.
And the spice… oh, the spice! There was no slow burn for me and I loved that. We got exactly what we needed at the right moments, and it stayed consistent throughout the entire story.
I laughed. I gasped. I was fully invested. The FMC’s best friend needs her own book, and I truly hope she’s book two because that would be the perfect icing on an already incredible story.
If you love dark romance, Easter eggs woven throughout a story, a masked man with a troubled past, and a powerful redemption this book is absolutely for you. 💔🎶🔥
This story beautifully connects pain to music, showing how music becomes a therapeutic release for broken souls. The MMC and FMC perfectly complement each other’s darkness. While the FMC represents purity and light, she becomes the catalyst for his growth and redemption.
Told in dual POV, the story is thrilling and heart-racing from every angle. That said, I experienced this more as Riven’s story than Sloane’s. You’re fully immersed in the band’s journey, and it pulls you in completely.
And the spice… oh, the spice! There was no slow burn for me and I loved that. We got exactly what we needed at the right moments, and it stayed consistent throughout the entire story.
I laughed. I gasped. I was fully invested. The FMC’s best friend needs her own book, and I truly hope she’s book two because that would be the perfect icing on an already incredible story.
If you love dark romance, Easter eggs woven throughout a story, a masked man with a troubled past, and a powerful redemption this book is absolutely for you. 💔🎶🔥
Review of advance copy received from Author
absolutely loved everything about this book. riven gives off josh(lights out) vibes and I'm here for it. the storyline was intriguing and there was a nice mix of plot and smut lol
December 20, 2025
YES YES AND MORE YES.
When I first came across this book on TikTok I was IMMEDIATELY drawn to it by the mention of Sleep Token, cause, duh. Immediately added to my TBR. THEN I saw she was looking for ARC readers and I couldn’t open my email fast enough. I am HONORED to have been chosen and I think I’ll be in a reading slump until the next book releases cause it was just THAT good.
I am shocked, stunned, OBSESSED. The writing, phenomenal. The characters, *chefs kiss*. Even the side characters are so fun (every girl needs a Lydia 🤪). The development of Sloane and Riven was so exciting to read. And then you get to the SPICE 🥵 Have mercy. The spice was SO well written, THE PRAISE I MEAN COME ON!🌶️ (Riven>Josh IYKYK).
I haven’t been that wrapped up in a book in a LONG time and when I tell you I was grabbing my Kindle every free second I had, I MEAN IT.
Reading this book, I would have NEVER known it was the authors first published piece! So, CONGRATULATIONS on your first book and you will have me sitting on the edge of my seat waiting (&begging) for the next one!
The dark romance community is going to DEVOUR this scrumptious masterpiece and I am SO excited to see more people talking about it when it officially releases!
When I first came across this book on TikTok I was IMMEDIATELY drawn to it by the mention of Sleep Token, cause, duh. Immediately added to my TBR. THEN I saw she was looking for ARC readers and I couldn’t open my email fast enough. I am HONORED to have been chosen and I think I’ll be in a reading slump until the next book releases cause it was just THAT good.
I am shocked, stunned, OBSESSED. The writing, phenomenal. The characters, *chefs kiss*. Even the side characters are so fun (every girl needs a Lydia 🤪). The development of Sloane and Riven was so exciting to read. And then you get to the SPICE 🥵 Have mercy. The spice was SO well written, THE PRAISE I MEAN COME ON!🌶️ (Riven>Josh IYKYK).
I haven’t been that wrapped up in a book in a LONG time and when I tell you I was grabbing my Kindle every free second I had, I MEAN IT.
Reading this book, I would have NEVER known it was the authors first published piece! So, CONGRATULATIONS on your first book and you will have me sitting on the edge of my seat waiting (&begging) for the next one!
The dark romance community is going to DEVOUR this scrumptious masterpiece and I am SO excited to see more people talking about it when it officially releases!
December 19, 2025
First of all congratulations on your first book! And what a book it is 😍 It’s so different to anything I’ve read before. I would normally avoid the whole rockstar trope, but when Sleep Token was mentioned, I was like, hold up, this could be interesting. I was a little worried about my expectations given my love for them, but this exceeded them.
The little Sleep Token references! I screamed every time!
“I set out in search of faces and names, but the truth that I found instead was far more enduring. Identity is nothing more than a whisper against the roaring tide of the art that speaks so loudly for itself.”
^^^^ LOVED THIS
I absolutely loved this book from the characters to the plot and the spice! 😮💨 The spice was sooo good but it wasn’t just mindless it was also poetry! This man had a way with words 🥵 And then I find out we get more!!! A whole series?!?!? I’m so excited! To get to know the rest of the characters especially Kai!
I can’t wait to watch this author grow! Her writing style and creative mind are just what we need.
Respectfully
GIVE ME MORE!
The little Sleep Token references! I screamed every time!
“I set out in search of faces and names, but the truth that I found instead was far more enduring. Identity is nothing more than a whisper against the roaring tide of the art that speaks so loudly for itself.”
^^^^ LOVED THIS
I absolutely loved this book from the characters to the plot and the spice! 😮💨 The spice was sooo good but it wasn’t just mindless it was also poetry! This man had a way with words 🥵 And then I find out we get more!!! A whole series?!?!? I’m so excited! To get to know the rest of the characters especially Kai!
I can’t wait to watch this author grow! Her writing style and creative mind are just what we need.
Respectfully
GIVE ME MORE!
December 21, 2025
"Little nightmare. Do not make deals with the devil. Didn't anyone ever teach you that?"
The Frequency of Him is a dark romance inspired by Sleep Token with masked man, forbidden love, and a rockstar romance. Perfect for fans who love Sleep Token and Lights Out by Navessa Allen, this one is for you!
"That's for thinking that any book boyfriend can f*** you better than I can,”
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T.L. Taylor had me right where she wanted me when I saw this beautiful creation being Sleep Token inspired!
She got me at chapter with the ice cream scene. I was expecting certain things but just not that scene but I’m here for it for Sloane!
I was a ride & die for Riven and Sloane and I’m so happy for that ending!! Omg their chemistry 😩🖤
Thank you so much T.L. Taylor and Happily Booked for the chance to read and review this e-arc in exchange for an honest review! All thoughts and opinions remain my own.
The Frequency of Him is a dark romance inspired by Sleep Token with masked man, forbidden love, and a rockstar romance. Perfect for fans who love Sleep Token and Lights Out by Navessa Allen, this one is for you!
"That's for thinking that any book boyfriend can f*** you better than I can,”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
T.L. Taylor had me right where she wanted me when I saw this beautiful creation being Sleep Token inspired!
She got me at chapter with the ice cream scene. I was expecting certain things but just not that scene but I’m here for it for Sloane!
I was a ride & die for Riven and Sloane and I’m so happy for that ending!! Omg their chemistry 😩🖤
Thank you so much T.L. Taylor and Happily Booked for the chance to read and review this e-arc in exchange for an honest review! All thoughts and opinions remain my own.
December 25, 2025
RIVEN REILLY THE MAN THAT YOU ARE! This was insanely easy for me to get hooked into as a Sleep Token girl. I loved reading the nods to the band. I am so incredibly happy this is only book 1 because frankly I need more. I CANNOT believe this was a debut novel I loved it so much. I adore Riven so much! Sloane is also just the sassy badass independent woman I love as an FMC! i’m so honored to have been able to read this early!
December 21, 2025
“You can run, little nightmare, but I will always find what’s mine.”
As a huge fan of Sleep Token, this book captivated me in just a few pages! im quickly learning i have a thing for masked men...
Riven & Sloane were such a cute couple. their backstories were so intriguing & left me wanting more details! I love that they brought out the best in each other & were the balance the other needed.
Congratulations on your first book! I cant wait to see what happens next!!!
As a huge fan of Sleep Token, this book captivated me in just a few pages! im quickly learning i have a thing for masked men...
Riven & Sloane were such a cute couple. their backstories were so intriguing & left me wanting more details! I love that they brought out the best in each other & were the balance the other needed.
Congratulations on your first book! I cant wait to see what happens next!!!
December 21, 2025
Wow! A book that’s inspired by my favourite band. A metal head who’s obsessed with reading. The way this book made me question all things to do with music. The way the fan bases was described fit perfectly! The sleep token references, the way riven is obsessed and deprived. THISIS EVERYTHING I NEEDED! I love me a masked MMC! I can’t wait for more in this series! Sloane is one lucky girl!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I can not say enough about this book. If you like sleeptoken, touch her and die, instant connection, utterly obsessed love with a forbidden plot line READ THIS BOOK! The author did a beautiful job with this book and I could not put it down. ONE SITTING READ 📚 ❤️ the ice cream??? little nightmare??? absolutely obsessed!!!! Lydia + Sloane = bestie goals#frequencyofhim #sleeptoken
October 18, 2025
The character development of the MMC & FMC was so freaking good! Inspired by Sleep Token and a dark romance, say less it’s a must read! Some of the quotes from the MMC are ingrained in my brain now, just absolutely love him. The suspense and spicy scenes were on point. Cannot wait for the rest of these books in this series.
Review of advance copy received from Author
"Should I crawl to you? Should I worship at your feet? Saw the word, darling, and it's yours.
Great debut novel! Like a lot of us, I got hooked on the idea of this book because I am absolutely obsessed with Sleep Token and have been wanting a book that does them justice! This book did a great job of doing just that while not being obvious where the inspiration came from. The MMC is a masked rockstar and there are Sleep Token lyrics scattered throughout the book (not necessarily DIRECT lyrics, the author did a great job of rewording them into sentences that made sense with the story but you could tell when it was ST inspired if you're familiar with their music). Past that though, the story itself stood all on it's own and the FMC/MMCs were in leagues all their own!
"Identity is nothing more than a whisper against the roaring tide of the art that speaks so loudly for itself"
Absolutely LOVED how music being connected to healing and how it can affect a persons emotions was woven throughout the book. Riven, Raithe, Callum, and Kai with all of their traumatized pasts coming together to create Reverb in the hopes of healing themselves was so well written and I was feeling for every single one of these characters by the end of the book.
"You are mine. If you run, I'll catch you. If you hide, I'll seek you out. There is no place in this life, or the next, that I would not go to find you. IF I had to end human civilization to get to you, then I would. If I had to burn it all to the fucking ground and then dig below the rubble, and all the way to the afterlife to take you from the devil himself, then I would"
Vantros was also a great aspect of the book - lead singer of Reverb we see his obsession with Sloane start IMMEDIATELY when he sees her with Lydia in the pit at one of their concerts. We see him make it his mission to not only figure out the conspiracy with Sonus, but to protect Sloane at the same time.
I am keeping my fingers crossed that we get more books with the other characters! I would absolutely LOVE books with Callum, Kai, and Raithe. ESPECIALLY Callum - seeing him and Lydia towards the end I was OBSESSED and I need more!
Thank you so much T.L. Taylor and Happily Booked for the chance to read and review this e-arc in exchange for an honest review!
Highlighted quotes:
- "Eyes on me, Sloane. I wane to watch you come undone. I want to see how pretty you look when you let go of that control"
- "I want to make you come again so hard that your brain rewires itself to only about me when you touch yourself. Got it?"
- "You love this, don't you? You love being chased through the forest by a masked man who wants to fuck that attitude right out of you, don't you?"
- "I don't think that I could push you away if I tried. You are magnetic. I try to turn and walk away, but I am constantly pulled back to you. You are an enigma, and I have no idea what you're doing to me. All I know is that I don't want it to stop."
- "Sloane, if you wanted me to get on my knees for you, all you had to do was ask."
- "My name is the only name I want you screaming when I make you see galaxies that you didn't even know existed"
- "I've never needed anyone, Sloane, and my soul was fucking screaming at me because it needed you."
Great debut novel! Like a lot of us, I got hooked on the idea of this book because I am absolutely obsessed with Sleep Token and have been wanting a book that does them justice! This book did a great job of doing just that while not being obvious where the inspiration came from. The MMC is a masked rockstar and there are Sleep Token lyrics scattered throughout the book (not necessarily DIRECT lyrics, the author did a great job of rewording them into sentences that made sense with the story but you could tell when it was ST inspired if you're familiar with their music). Past that though, the story itself stood all on it's own and the FMC/MMCs were in leagues all their own!
"Identity is nothing more than a whisper against the roaring tide of the art that speaks so loudly for itself"
Absolutely LOVED how music being connected to healing and how it can affect a persons emotions was woven throughout the book. Riven, Raithe, Callum, and Kai with all of their traumatized pasts coming together to create Reverb in the hopes of healing themselves was so well written and I was feeling for every single one of these characters by the end of the book.
"You are mine. If you run, I'll catch you. If you hide, I'll seek you out. There is no place in this life, or the next, that I would not go to find you. IF I had to end human civilization to get to you, then I would. If I had to burn it all to the fucking ground and then dig below the rubble, and all the way to the afterlife to take you from the devil himself, then I would"
Vantros was also a great aspect of the book - lead singer of Reverb we see his obsession with Sloane start IMMEDIATELY when he sees her with Lydia in the pit at one of their concerts. We see him make it his mission to not only figure out the conspiracy with Sonus, but to protect Sloane at the same time.
I am keeping my fingers crossed that we get more books with the other characters! I would absolutely LOVE books with Callum, Kai, and Raithe. ESPECIALLY Callum - seeing him and Lydia towards the end I was OBSESSED and I need more!
Thank you so much T.L. Taylor and Happily Booked for the chance to read and review this e-arc in exchange for an honest review!
Highlighted quotes:
- "Eyes on me, Sloane. I wane to watch you come undone. I want to see how pretty you look when you let go of that control"
- "I want to make you come again so hard that your brain rewires itself to only about me when you touch yourself. Got it?"
- "You love this, don't you? You love being chased through the forest by a masked man who wants to fuck that attitude right out of you, don't you?"
- "I don't think that I could push you away if I tried. You are magnetic. I try to turn and walk away, but I am constantly pulled back to you. You are an enigma, and I have no idea what you're doing to me. All I know is that I don't want it to stop."
- "Sloane, if you wanted me to get on my knees for you, all you had to do was ask."
- "My name is the only name I want you screaming when I make you see galaxies that you didn't even know existed"
- "I've never needed anyone, Sloane, and my soul was fucking screaming at me because it needed you."
December 27, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Frequency of Him – T.L. Taylor
This book truly has everything—action, drama, emotional damage, obsession, chaos, and an unapologetic amount of spice.
The story pulled me in right from the start. The pacing, the tension, the dark romance energy—it’s all there. I absolutely loved the characters, especially the friendships and Lydia, who added so much depth. The references sprinkled in (hello Vampire Diaries vibes 👀 and movie-scream moments) made the reading experience even more engaging and fun.
That said, while I enjoy spice, this one had a lot. For me, it became slightly overwhelming—especially after the main conflict was resolved. Once the bad guys were done, the story still kept going, and the added spice at that point felt excessive rather than necessary. That’s honestly the only reason this isn’t a 5-star read for me.
Still, the plot was addictive, the emotions hit hard, and the overall experience was intense in the best way. Messy, dramatic, engaging, and unforgettable.
If you love dark romance with high tension, obsession, and morally questionable choices, this one is worth picking up. 💜
This book truly has everything—action, drama, emotional damage, obsession, chaos, and an unapologetic amount of spice.
The story pulled me in right from the start. The pacing, the tension, the dark romance energy—it’s all there. I absolutely loved the characters, especially the friendships and Lydia, who added so much depth. The references sprinkled in (hello Vampire Diaries vibes 👀 and movie-scream moments) made the reading experience even more engaging and fun.
That said, while I enjoy spice, this one had a lot. For me, it became slightly overwhelming—especially after the main conflict was resolved. Once the bad guys were done, the story still kept going, and the added spice at that point felt excessive rather than necessary. That’s honestly the only reason this isn’t a 5-star read for me.
Still, the plot was addictive, the emotions hit hard, and the overall experience was intense in the best way. Messy, dramatic, engaging, and unforgettable.
If you love dark romance with high tension, obsession, and morally questionable choices, this one is worth picking up. 💜
December 22, 2025
(ARC Review) The Frequency of Him - T.L. Taylor
First of all, Massive congratulations on your first book! This deserves a round of applause and a standing ovation! This is absolute 10/10 creativity at its finest the plot is incredible and riveting. The second I seen this on my FYP I knew I was going to eat it up and I did! A dark romance inspired by Sleep token?! I signed up for ARC immediately and I’m so glad I did
This book is absolutely fantastic! I loved every second of it! I’m looking forward to the rest of the Songs of the Broken series! I don’t want to give anything away or spoil it for anyone but trust me when I say you will love it!
💀 Dark Romance
💀 Masked MMC
💀 Touch her & die
💀 Inspired by sleep token
Rating
4.75/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
4/5🌶️🌶️🌶️ (Very Spicy)
Highly recommend for Dark Romance and Sleep Token lovers
#darkromance #thefrequencyofhim #sleeptokeninspired #bookreview #tltaylorauthor enemiestolovers morallygreymmc
First of all, Massive congratulations on your first book! This deserves a round of applause and a standing ovation! This is absolute 10/10 creativity at its finest the plot is incredible and riveting. The second I seen this on my FYP I knew I was going to eat it up and I did! A dark romance inspired by Sleep token?! I signed up for ARC immediately and I’m so glad I did
This book is absolutely fantastic! I loved every second of it! I’m looking forward to the rest of the Songs of the Broken series! I don’t want to give anything away or spoil it for anyone but trust me when I say you will love it!
💀 Dark Romance
💀 Masked MMC
💀 Touch her & die
💀 Inspired by sleep token
Rating
4.75/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
4/5🌶️🌶️🌶️ (Very Spicy)
Highly recommend for Dark Romance and Sleep Token lovers
#darkromance #thefrequencyofhim #sleeptokeninspired #bookreview #tltaylorauthor enemiestolovers morallygreymmc
December 26, 2025
Where do I sign up for a sexy masked singer? For being a debut novel, this far exceeded my expectations. The references to the songs of the band we all know and love hit the chord just right.
Sloane who was locked in to uncover who Reverb was, unlocked a deep meaning of self and who truly made her seen. Riven with dark secrets who was set on pushing Sloane away to keep himself safe, opened himself to the acceptance of a love he thought he didn’t deserve. But it would be the pursuit to end Sonus that would join these two haunted souls together in the ultimate offering of worship and adoration.
And let’s not forget to give a shout out to the best hype woman of the year…Lydia. Please tell me we get a side quest of her and Callum in book 2?!?! The clash of broody and bold…I am here for it!!!
Congratulations on your first novel. I love every moment of it and need more like asap!!
Sloane who was locked in to uncover who Reverb was, unlocked a deep meaning of self and who truly made her seen. Riven with dark secrets who was set on pushing Sloane away to keep himself safe, opened himself to the acceptance of a love he thought he didn’t deserve. But it would be the pursuit to end Sonus that would join these two haunted souls together in the ultimate offering of worship and adoration.
And let’s not forget to give a shout out to the best hype woman of the year…Lydia. Please tell me we get a side quest of her and Callum in book 2?!?! The clash of broody and bold…I am here for it!!!
Congratulations on your first novel. I love every moment of it and need more like asap!!
December 24, 2025
✨ARCCC READDD — (5/5 starsssss)✨
Wow… wow, wow, WOW!!!
The plot? *chef’s kiss*
•It’s the epitome of psychological warfare!
Our main characters? Sloane and Riven? *chef’s kiss*
•The deception, the double life, the possession, the obsession, the absolute pull towards each other, the character growth, THE LOVEEE!
🎙️
🎙️
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T.L. Taylor ATEEE with this book debut, and left ABSOLUTELY NO CRUMBS!!!
This book was poetically written. It spoke to the soul. Like I honestly don’t know any other way to frame how well this book was written! And add some *deliciousss* spice on top of it all?! The feels of it all are oowie gooey!!!
Side note… The main side characters?! Great! Fabulous! Love them! I’m really hoping each one gets their own book, and if so I CANNOT wait to read more about Lydia and Callum 🤭
Wow… wow, wow, WOW!!!
The plot? *chef’s kiss*
•It’s the epitome of psychological warfare!
Our main characters? Sloane and Riven? *chef’s kiss*
•The deception, the double life, the possession, the obsession, the absolute pull towards each other, the character growth, THE LOVEEE!
🎙️
🎙️
🎙️
T.L. Taylor ATEEE with this book debut, and left ABSOLUTELY NO CRUMBS!!!
This book was poetically written. It spoke to the soul. Like I honestly don’t know any other way to frame how well this book was written! And add some *deliciousss* spice on top of it all?! The feels of it all are oowie gooey!!!
Side note… The main side characters?! Great! Fabulous! Love them! I’m really hoping each one gets their own book, and if so I CANNOT wait to read more about Lydia and Callum 🤭
Review of advance copy
The Frequency of him
When you have an investigative report trying to unmask the local hot band, leads to more than what she thought.
The whole premise of this is great! Think of Sleep Token with a vigilante as the lead singer being used to mind control the masses with their music.
The whole story of Sloane and Riven is great! Loved the steamy scenes from knife play to cnc.. two broken souls connecting... there is a bit of a twist...
Highly enjoyed Lydia (Sloan'es bff) and her loud personality , what to see her and Callums story.
Also want to see more of Kai and Raith
For the most part this is a great read but I found it to be bogged down with way to much description .... once you get past that....
When you have an investigative report trying to unmask the local hot band, leads to more than what she thought.
The whole premise of this is great! Think of Sleep Token with a vigilante as the lead singer being used to mind control the masses with their music.
The whole story of Sloane and Riven is great! Loved the steamy scenes from knife play to cnc.. two broken souls connecting... there is a bit of a twist...
Highly enjoyed Lydia (Sloan'es bff) and her loud personality , what to see her and Callums story.
Also want to see more of Kai and Raith
For the most part this is a great read but I found it to be bogged down with way to much description .... once you get past that....
December 22, 2025
First of all, I want to thank the author and Happily Booked PR for the opportunity to read this ARC.
By pure chance, I came across this book on social media and decided to apply—and you can imagine my surprise when I found out I was selected 😭.
This book felt very original to me. I had never read anything like it before. It’s creative, different, and I really enjoyed the overall vibes, as well as some of the musical references.
The spice? 🥵 Honestly, chef’s kiss.
Some parts felt a bit rushed, but it didn’t really affect my enjoyment. I was hooked the entire time.
Overall, a great read.
By pure chance, I came across this book on social media and decided to apply—and you can imagine my surprise when I found out I was selected 😭.
This book felt very original to me. I had never read anything like it before. It’s creative, different, and I really enjoyed the overall vibes, as well as some of the musical references.
The spice? 🥵 Honestly, chef’s kiss.
Some parts felt a bit rushed, but it didn’t really affect my enjoyment. I was hooked the entire time.
Overall, a great read.
December 22, 2025
I saw the description for this book and was immediately like give it to me now!! Overall this was good. I thought that the authors writing style was great and I was able to picture so many moments that were described. The imagery was hauntingly beautiful and being a huge fan of an anonymous masked band myself, I really enjoyed the parallels in this story.
There were parts that I felt were missing information wise that could made the storyline flow better. These moments kind of took me out of the story a little. But overall, this was a good read!
There were parts that I felt were missing information wise that could made the storyline flow better. These moments kind of took me out of the story a little. But overall, this was a good read!
December 24, 2025
This book was written really well and sooo easy to read. Anything even remotely inspired by Sleep Token already has me in a chokehold (pun aggressively intended), and this one did not let go. The characters were ridiculously easy to get attached to, the tension between them was perfection, and the smut absolutely hit different. I spent an embarrassing amount of time smiling at my phone like a feral idiot while reading. Fully obsessed, emotionally compromised, and already wishing I could read the next one. Highly recommend for a good easy rockstar romance!
December 22, 2025
This book had me in a chokehold (pun intended) and now I have no idea what to do with my life. The FMC is so relatable which makes the book more phenomenal than it already was. Anyone who loves to read dark romance and listen to Sleep Token 1,000% will love this.
This is one HECK of a debut! And now I’m impatiently waiting for this to release because I have so many things to discuss with other readers. The Easter eggs?! THE ICECREAM SCOOP?!?! And the SPICE 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
This is one HECK of a debut! And now I’m impatiently waiting for this to release because I have so many things to discuss with other readers. The Easter eggs?! THE ICECREAM SCOOP?!?! And the SPICE 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
December 24, 2025
THIS is how you do a Sleep Token inspired story. I was truly blown away by the fact this is a DEBUT novel. It was so easy to settle down and get into this story and I took my sweet time reading it because I didn’t want to get to the end. I can’t wait to learn more about the other characters in the coming books.
I loved how the author introduced to me a big question, “can we be manipulated by music frequencies at concerts?” This story kept me on my toes and had me stressed out for a bit 😮💨. When this book drops January 20th, keep an eye on this author. She’s going to be your new favorite!
I loved how the author introduced to me a big question, “can we be manipulated by music frequencies at concerts?” This story kept me on my toes and had me stressed out for a bit 😮💨. When this book drops January 20th, keep an eye on this author. She’s going to be your new favorite!
December 24, 2025
i thought the idea of this book was pretty good once
i got started, it wasn’t what i was expecting but there was a lot going on in the beginning to set the plot. i do feel like things were solved a little too easily, i wish we went into more band lore, and deeper into the actual characters. I do think the dark romance girlies will love this, it’s not my usual genre but I could see a lot of aspects and scenes that they would enjoy.
thank you to happily booked PR for this advanced copy. all thoughts and opinions are my own.
i got started, it wasn’t what i was expecting but there was a lot going on in the beginning to set the plot. i do feel like things were solved a little too easily, i wish we went into more band lore, and deeper into the actual characters. I do think the dark romance girlies will love this, it’s not my usual genre but I could see a lot of aspects and scenes that they would enjoy.
thank you to happily booked PR for this advanced copy. all thoughts and opinions are my own.
December 23, 2025
Thank you T.L. Taylor and Happily Booked PR for this ARC.
3.5 ⭐️
This book has all the classic dark romance elements you’d hope to have. I did find certain parts to drag at times and some of the modern references took me out of the story but for a debut novel I was impressed! I enjoyed Riven and Sloane. HOWEVER, why am I more excited to read about Lydia and Callum next (hopefully????).
3.5 ⭐️
This book has all the classic dark romance elements you’d hope to have. I did find certain parts to drag at times and some of the modern references took me out of the story but for a debut novel I was impressed! I enjoyed Riven and Sloane. HOWEVER, why am I more excited to read about Lydia and Callum next (hopefully????).
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 25, 2025
First book!? Absolutely floored and you did so so so so amazing. I love the sleep token inspiration as they are a huge part of my life as well. I cannot WAIT to see what you have coming next!
Review of advance copy received from Author
I don't want to give anything away but the way the MMC acts and has mannerisms like the Baddie vocalist that I've been blessed to have seen him in person. it is captured perfectly. how I imagined he would act, feel, and needs.
December 22, 2025
A Scrumptious Masterpiece! T. L. Taylor is the new Author to watch.
I am shocked, stunned, and officially OBSESSED. T. L. Taylor’s debut novel, The Frequency of Him, is a dark romance masterpiece that I simply could not put down. From the brilliant writing to the intricate plot and flawlessly developed characters, everything about this book is top-tier.
The Characters & Connection
The development of Sloane and Riven was so exciting to read. They perfectly complement each other’s darkness; while Sloane represents purity and light, she becomes the ultimate catalyst for Riven’s growth and redemption. Riven himself gives off major Josh from Lights Out vibes—he is a complex, masked man with a troubled past that you can’t help but root for. Even the side characters are so fun, and I am already dying for Kai’s story!
The Plot & Pace
Told in dual POV, the story is a thrilling, heart-racing journey into the band’s world. I loved that there was a perfect mix of heavy plot and high heat. I laughed, I gasped, and I was fully invested from the very first page.
The Spice 🥵
Have mercy! The spice was so well-written—it wasn't just mindless, it was poetry. There was no agonizing slow burn, which I loved; we got exactly what we needed at the right moments, and the tension stayed consistent throughout the entire story. The author truly has a way with words.
Final Verdict
The dark romance community is going to DEVOUR this book. If you love a powerful redemption arc, a protective hero, and a story that pulls you in completely, this is for you. She has created an incredible start to this series—I need more!
Note for fellow readers:
Before jumping into this dark romance, definitely check the trigger warnings! The story features a masked man with a "stalker vibe," explicit spice, and characters dealing with heavy past traumas and violence within the music industry. It’s a wild, dark ride, so make sure you’re prepared by reading the author's full disclaimer first.
I am shocked, stunned, and officially OBSESSED. T. L. Taylor’s debut novel, The Frequency of Him, is a dark romance masterpiece that I simply could not put down. From the brilliant writing to the intricate plot and flawlessly developed characters, everything about this book is top-tier.
The Characters & Connection
The development of Sloane and Riven was so exciting to read. They perfectly complement each other’s darkness; while Sloane represents purity and light, she becomes the ultimate catalyst for Riven’s growth and redemption. Riven himself gives off major Josh from Lights Out vibes—he is a complex, masked man with a troubled past that you can’t help but root for. Even the side characters are so fun, and I am already dying for Kai’s story!
The Plot & Pace
Told in dual POV, the story is a thrilling, heart-racing journey into the band’s world. I loved that there was a perfect mix of heavy plot and high heat. I laughed, I gasped, and I was fully invested from the very first page.
The Spice 🥵
Have mercy! The spice was so well-written—it wasn't just mindless, it was poetry. There was no agonizing slow burn, which I loved; we got exactly what we needed at the right moments, and the tension stayed consistent throughout the entire story. The author truly has a way with words.
Final Verdict
The dark romance community is going to DEVOUR this book. If you love a powerful redemption arc, a protective hero, and a story that pulls you in completely, this is for you. She has created an incredible start to this series—I need more!
Note for fellow readers:
Before jumping into this dark romance, definitely check the trigger warnings! The story features a masked man with a "stalker vibe," explicit spice, and characters dealing with heavy past traumas and violence within the music industry. It’s a wild, dark ride, so make sure you’re prepared by reading the author's full disclaimer first.
Review of advance copy received from Author
*** ARC READER***
If you love Dark Romance, Sleep Token and good banter then this book is for you. This book follows investigative journalist Sloane Keenan who has just been handed an assignment uncover the identity of Reverb, a band whose popularity seemed to skyrocket over night but no one can explain how or why. When her best friend Lydia invites her to one of their shows she notices that the crowd afterwards seems almost like they’re hypnotized she becomes more curious. Remembering a lecture she attended about how sound frequencies in music being used as a form of therapy, she reaches out to that professor Riven Reilly. What she doesn’t know is that Riven is not the person she thinks he is. Reverb is not just a band whose members are anonymous, they are also being used as an experiment of how sound frequencies can be used to alter people’s thoughts. This book takes elements from other dark romance books but turns it into something unique. As a music lover I loved how the author describes how impactful music can be. First T.L Taylor’s first book, she did a phenomenal job. The storyline was great, I love the fact that the FMC is a redhead and kind of a badass in her own way, the spice was on point. Definitely a five star read for me. I can’t wait to see how the rest of the series plays out.
If you love Dark Romance, Sleep Token and good banter then this book is for you. This book follows investigative journalist Sloane Keenan who has just been handed an assignment uncover the identity of Reverb, a band whose popularity seemed to skyrocket over night but no one can explain how or why. When her best friend Lydia invites her to one of their shows she notices that the crowd afterwards seems almost like they’re hypnotized she becomes more curious. Remembering a lecture she attended about how sound frequencies in music being used as a form of therapy, she reaches out to that professor Riven Reilly. What she doesn’t know is that Riven is not the person she thinks he is. Reverb is not just a band whose members are anonymous, they are also being used as an experiment of how sound frequencies can be used to alter people’s thoughts. This book takes elements from other dark romance books but turns it into something unique. As a music lover I loved how the author describes how impactful music can be. First T.L Taylor’s first book, she did a phenomenal job. The storyline was great, I love the fact that the FMC is a redhead and kind of a badass in her own way, the spice was on point. Definitely a five star read for me. I can’t wait to see how the rest of the series plays out.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
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