Some who see me, see that I'm a rock star. Others see me just by my appearance...or my talent. But one woman, just one, saw past all that. Even when I dragged her through the f*cking dirt she got back up and dusted herself off. Her blue eyes pierced right through me, weakening me. Her voice soothed, calmed me. She riled me up and got me going, then slammed on the brakes.
Then I f*cked everything up...
I hate everything right now, but I really wish I could hate her. It would make things so much fucking easier if I could.
Proud Ojibwe, loves being an Yooper; Natalie has always been into stories that can completely steal you away from reality.
She penned her first piece, International Best Seller, Everything I Want, a rockstar romance, back in the summer of 2014.
Since then, she completed that series while also publishing a spin off/stand alone, Beautifully Chaotic. Also, coming later this year will be another spin off or can be read separate. This tale has ties with Beautifully Chaotic. Beg for Me by Natalie Barnes will be Natalie's first dark erotic piece.
Natalie's most recent published piece is her first historical fiction, mafia romance, Grosse Pointe. Over five years of creating for that historical fiction tale to see the light of readers day.
And yes, my beautiful Bees! Grosse Pointe does have another tale coming late 2021 or early 2022 titled Paradise :)
Everything I Need by Natalie Barnes is the second book in the Everything I Want Series. In this book the reader is assaulted with the insane passionate relationship between two rocker babes; Tristan and Sophia, which had abruptly ended at the close of Everything I Want and left you with a yearning for more and a hope that things would turn out differently then how they initially seemed. Just as in the first book, Natalie Barnes grabs the readers attention with a steamy love story and holds it until the very cliff hanger ending that I never expected but loved just the same. This book was 4 platinum billboard stars and I personally cannot wait to see how Tristan and Sophia's relationship continues after that huge reveal. I highly recommend that you pick up this amazing series, especially if you are partial to rock star books like I seem to be!
The book begins with Tristan drowning his sorrows in booze, drugs and women while Sophia is heartbroken but trying to move forward with her life and make her band the success that she has always dreamed it could be. Both Tristan and Sophia seem to struggle being away from each other, knowing that the other is what will make them happy but not allowing the thought of being together become an option.
After two years goes by, where Tristan has been on hiatus from the music industry and Sophia's band has climbed the charts; the two are unexpectedly thrown together once again by their record label to write and sing a duet together. Sophia wonders if she will be strong enough to stay faithful to her boyfriend Ben and not fall prey to the sexiness that is Tristan and the way he makes her feel while Tristan takes this as his chance to get her back into his life and into his bed, for good this time.
The rock star life is of course full of glamour, and Tristan and Sophia are whisked away to Hawaii to record the song. Tristan is thrilled to have Sophia all to himself (and his band of course) on an island where there is nowhere for her to run from his advances. Wasting no time with her; and Sophia being completely unable to resist the pull he has; they become tangled up in each other once again. Sophia has guilt for cheating on her longtime boyfriend Ben, but lets face it; the reader can feel through the pages that he doesn't hold a candle in her heart (or her panties) to Tristan. It is once the cat is out of the bag regarding their relationship that things become even more intense and they begin their relationship for real this time; totally committed and into each other.
Oh Natalie; how could you leave me hanging like that at the end. I desperately tried to continue to swipe the page on my kindle hoping the words "Ah, fuck!" really weren't the end. I cannot wait to see what comes next for this awesome couple, as well as for the rest of both of their bands!
Whew I will admit I was a little worried about reading book two in this series since I wasn't too thrilled with the first one. That being said, Natalie Barnes did a great job with this second book and I loved the POV chapters. Sure Tristan was still an ass, but an ass I could tolerate this time around. This review may spoil book one.
Everything I Need picks up with the reader getting a good look at what Tristan has done with himself while missing Sophia, which ain't much really. We then fast forward to what Tristan plans to do to finally make her his. With some dumb luck and help from Lux, Tristan gets some much needed time with her. Now he just needs to convince her he's all in.
Sophia has moved on, but not fully. She still misses Tristan and what they had when it was good. The band is getting things back to normal after Corey's incident and are bigger than ever. Getting the call she's been dreading, Sophia gears up to see Tristan again. She can't wait to let him see how well she's moved on without him. Hopefully he doesn't look to close though.
So, thrown together for a project, you can see how things are going to go down. Literally. The angsty part was seeing how the rest of the pieces were going to fall into place. Sophia had moved on, but not fully. There was always a little bit of her heart that Tristan owned. He on the other hand, is pulling out all of his tricks this time around. I liked that he wasn't as nasty as he was in the first book. Once he called her a bitch, I checked out. He wasn't my kind of alpha. This time we got a little more subdued Tristan, it seems he may have learned a thing or two from the past. It was refreshing.
Like I said, the book is told in dual POV, which I liked. I felt that Sophia was more mature and I won't fault her for still carrying a small torch for the handsome rocker. Natalie Barnes isn't done with them yet, more drama to come in book three.
You've got to be kidding me? I can't believe this i have to wait for the next one now. Ahh!! What kind of cliff hanger is that? It's killing meee. (Yeah i had to add extra e's to show how much pain i am in). I can't believe this i'm so giddy with happiness. I NEED the 3rd one like NOW! Everything i need was even better than the 1st one. Besides the beautiful cover Sophia was rocking awesome. There was more dresses and the banter between Tristan and her was entertaining. This book never failed to keep me on my feet pacing around back and forth. It was just SO awesome and this time we got to read from Tristan's point of view. Am i grabbing your attention now?? Because yes ladies and gentlemen we got to read from Tristan's point of view as well and yes he was hotter than ever. To top it all off we also got to learn more about Tristan's band. But, Sophia's band brothers will always win my heart with their hilarious banter and how much they care for Sophia. Oh and don't even get me started with Frankie. Without him there is no book. He is just equal awesomeness. Everything i have i am looking out for you. I may not be coming at you with pitch forks Natalie Burns but, i definitely NEED the 3rd one.
Holy amazeballs. Sophie and Tristan just keep getting better by the book. Seriously total sparks and dirty talk once they get past the other stuff. This is the second book in this series and i so cant wait for the next book. I love Tristan and his hot sexy as sin mouth.
I don't like to spoil books for anyone. So i would definitely one click this series. Totally worth every cent spent.
This is the second book in the series and I am so happy I was able to read and review this one because I loved the last first book.
This book starts off where the first book ended. There were so many things I loved about this book. I loved that the author didn’t throw in unnecessary drama. The book had angst don’t get me wrong but it had just the right amount to make the story interesting and keep you wondering what was going to happen next. It wasn’t full of pages of useless detail that makes you want to skim past. The book just flowed really well.
The chemistry between Sophia and Tristan was hot as hell. I loved his dirty mouth and the things he said to Sophia had my panties drenched a few times.
“You don’t want me touching you? That, Sophia, makes you a liar. You want me touching you. Hell, Sophia, you want me doing a lot fucking more that that.”
I am a huge fan of a story being told in different point of views and this book was in Sophia and Tristan’s POV. The author really did well writing a male POV that is for sure. Sometimes the male comes of sounding more like a woman but that was not the case in this book. I loved being able to be inside Tristan’s head. His thoughts had me giddy at times and other times had me drooling.
“No baby, don’t do that. I almost have a full had on checking out your ass.”
“I swear to God, that fucking woman is going to be the death of me.”
Sophia and Tristan have been apart for about 2 years when this story begins. There were a few flashbacks to how things ended and how they wind up having to work together again. The story moved at a good pace and had me sucked in from the start.
At about 28% the sexual tension really got good and the banter between them really started. They loved to torture each other.
I loved Sophia. She didn’t take shit from anyone and let Tristan know exactly what was on her mind. She was a strong woman that could stand on her own two feet.
“I want him to have a hard on so fucking bad that it physically hurts him.”
“Motherfucker! If I wasn’t in love with this fucker, I would fucking slap, no punch him in the face right now.”
Author Natalie Barnes did it to me again!!!!! It had me screaming at my reading device. I can’t wait to get my hands of the next book. I need to see how things turn out.
*A copy given by author, in return for an honest review.*
Sophia and Tristan’s relationship didn’t end well, when they parted in the last book. This 2nd book picks up their story 2 yrs later. Sophia in a relationship with a sweet guy she adores and Tristan living life a lot more simple. Clean and sober, living life away from all the craziness that LA was. They never forgot about each other and never stop feeling for each other, but they also thought they would never have to see each other again. While Sophia may feel content with where her life is, All Tristan want is a another chance with her to show her how much he still loves her.
Then that one day came when they were called to duty to record a song together and what the studio want the studio gets. Sophia wasn’t too thrilled that they were being thrown into the most beautiful place in the world to record their song, but Tristan was nothing but happy. Being in paradise and being so close together, the couldn’t help but be tempted with each other. Once Tristan got his chance, he took it, then the clothes came off and nothing matter. Will this be their second chance at love? Or will Sophia keep pushing Tristan away, because she doesn’t think she could trust him ever again? Read and find out.
Keep in mind when you decide to read this book that this book is full of sex, some hot..but more dirty. This story couldn’t have been something, with a whole story to tell. But the great love that Sophia and Tristan have been lost in all the dirty sex they had. The dirty sex in the book, put the real story on the back burner. Which basically made this book about sex, sex and more sex. If that’s what you like, then go on and read it. As for me, I’m not so sure. I wanted to see more of them working on their love to not repeat what happened to them in the past, but all I got was sex. Wrong book for me I guess.
Everything I Need is the second book in the Everything I Want Series. The first book is Everything I Want which starts out the journey of a crazy love story between Tristan and Sophia. This book definitely has just as much steam and hotness as the first book. Natalie Barnes most definitly knows her hard rock metal.. I am not a fan of that type of music but I will still a huge fan of this series so far.. yes I said so far this book ends in a bit of a cliffy as well and some are going to scream at there kindles like me and some are going to say how sweet! This book will pick up a little ways after the first book ended.
Tristan is drowning himself in boose and drugs just to forget about Sophia.. but when he is told his European tour is called off and he needs to go find himself he doesn't think it will help but he goes back home...
Sophia's heart is broken but she knows she has to move on with her life.. her band is starting to get noticed and she needs it a distraction from thinking about Tristan....
2 years past and Tristan finally finds himself put together and starting to work on his music again.. when a project of sorts is brought to his attention to do a duet with a female lead he is reluctant to get started.. but when he finds out that the duet will be with Sophia he thinks he finally found a way to get back into heart and not her black list...
Sophia's band is about to go on there tour but is asked to do a project with a fellow member of her recording studio's team.. she is excited at first because who wouldn't want to do a duet with another popular rock star.. when finds out it is Tristan her wind will blow out of her sail...
He hasn't moved on but she has.. can they find there way back to eachother? Will this song mean more to Tristan than Sophia realizes and can he win her heart back? Or will a roadblock of Sophia's boyfriend stand in the way...
Go get this series now.. and what a cliffy! Can't wait for the third book Everything I Have... Thanks for a great ride and can't wait for the finale!
I seriously loved this book! I'm so hooked on this series! I can't get enough of Tristan and Sophia! I need June 3rd to get here fast! So this book takes us 2 years later...Sophia and the guys have been busy working on a new album along with just chilling out. She has managed to move on from Tristan and has a new boyfriend. She has been somewhat happy with Benny but in the back of her mind is always Tristan. So as luck would have it, Her producer calls her with news of a new single he wants her to sing. One setback...She has to sing with Tristan and the guys from Undead Society. Tristan, after the betrayal and cancelling the tour due to him getting drunk, has been in Wyoming taking it easy. He's been writing songs and thinking of ways to get Sophia back. When he hears the news, he knows this the chance he needs to show her that he loves her. I love the banter between them and how they challenge each other until they get it right. The guys in both bands are hilarious and love to have a good time. You do have some sad times especially when they bring up Cory, I still cry over that! Tristan and Sophia finally figure out how good they are together, share their feelings, act on it and try to keep a secret until she can break it off with Benny. There are some twists you don't see coming and the end will want you wanting June 3rd to be tomorrow. I can't wait to see how Tristan handles the news and how they move on from this.
I seriously loved this book! I'm so hooked on this series! I can't get enough of Tristan and Sophia! I need June 3rd to get here fast! So this book takes us 2 years later...Sophia and the guys have been busy working on a new album along with just chilling out. She has managed to move on from Tristan and has a new boyfriend. She has been somewhat happy with Benny but in the back of her mind is always Tristan. So as luck would have it, Her producer calls her with news of a new single he wants her to sing. One setback...She has to sing with Tristan and the guys from Undead Society. Tristan, after the betrayal and cancelling the tour due to him getting drunk, has been in Wyoming taking it easy. He's been writing songs and thinking of ways to get Sophia back. When he hears the news, he knows this the chance he needs to show her that he loves her. I love the banter between them and how they challenge each other until they get it right. The guys in both bands are hilarious and love to have a good time. You do have some sad times especially when they bring up Cory, I still cry over that! Tristan and Sophia finally figure out how good they are together, share their feelings, act on it and try to keep a secret until she can break it off with Benny. There are some twists you don't see coming and the end will want you wanting June 3rd to be tomorrow. I can't wait to see how Tristan handles the news and how they move on from this.
They're baaaaccckkkk!!!! Natalie Barnes has done it again in this sequel to Everything I Want! After years of separation Sophia and Tristan are forced back together and man is it hot! Can somebody get this girl a cold drink? Despite Sophia's numerous attempts to avoid Tristan, the attraction between the two is inevitable and when it comes to a head it's explosive! Sophia is just as feisty and fashionable as ever! Kicking ass and taking names! This time around, however, we also get the immense pleasure of diving into Tristan's inner workings through his own POV. Ladies if you thought this man was dominant in the first one you are in for a treat with the sequel! In Everything I Want we were introduced to the men of Undead Society but in this sequel we get to know each of their personalities.These men give Dollar Settlement a run for their money!
The tension is palpable, the music is raw and the passion can't be contained! Everything I Need does not disappoint and was well worth the agony of waiting months for it's release.Thank you again Natalie for catering to us readers out there who love booze, shoes, and rockers with tattoos!
Natalie Barnes you are a rock star!! A sneaky rock star! (you'll know what I mean at the end of the book) but a brilliant rock star!! This is the second book in Sophia and Tristan's story and man o man did it pack a punch!! I could not put this book down and to say that I loved the dynamic between these two was an understatement. This book picks up two years into the future and it gives a nice little prologue in the beginning to help get you caught up with what has been happening. I love Natalie Barnes writing style and the way she writes these two characters you just can't get enough of Sophia and Tristan. Did I mention Frankie oh my goodness I love that he is Sophia's best friend. I also love that they keep the memory of Cory alive with the band Dollar Settlement. I think my all time favorite part about reading a book with an Alpha male like Tristan in it is watching him turn to mush for the woman he loves... and Natalie hits a home run with Tristan! Great book and I cannot wait I am holding my breath until the next one comes out!
This book carries on from Everything I want, it starts off two years after Sophia told Tristian no. After he broke her heart.
Sophia's band is taking the world by storm. After there heart ache they have thrown everything they have into their music.
Tristan has been in hiding. He royally fucked up on his last tour, but now he has to get back to it.
So how's the best way to get everything back up and running, a duet yes Sophia has got to sing a song with Tristan. How is she going to deal with him? How is he going to deal with seeing her again?
Again you get your laughs, great sex and the characters just get better. I do love Frankie and Roger both are hilarious.
I did enjoy this story, got a little annoyed with the toing and throwing between Sophia and Tristan, I really just wanted to bang their heads together. I could have screamed at the end. Yes it ends when you just don't want it to now I can't wait for June to get book three.
This book... this series is amazing! If you haven't read it you are missing out.
We pick up two years later, after Tristan and Sophia's fall out, after Cory's death. Tristan fell apart and the band took a break. Sophias band had a small break to mourn and then went back to recording and finding a new bandmate.
Sophia has moved on with a new boyfriend... or has she? Can I just say I thought he was such a pussy (excuse my language).
Tristans band is ready to get back to recording and they have one song that will feature another artist... Sophia. She is against it, still holding onto hurt feelings. But Lux decides to send them to Hawaii to record the song.
Tristan has a plan... he is determined to win his girl back and won't stop until Sophia admits she wants him still too.
What happens? Go one click this bitch now!!! And what an ending!
This is what I have to say about this.. I AM IN LOVE with these books. Once I picked up this book I could not put it down for anything. These are what I like to call BAD MOMMY BOOKS!!! I love the relationship between Sofia and Tristan and with this book I felt like I saw more of Tristan's feelings for Sofia in this one. I felt like Tristan was much more into getting Sofia back into his arms where she belonged!!!! Some of the lines in this story were absolutely panty melting and AWESOME!!! The secondary characters in this book are AWESOME!!!!
Natalie babe I know I stalk you on FB because I LOVE THESE CHARACTERS!!!! so I'm gonna need the next book LIKE REALLY SOON!!!!
Congratulations Natalie on your second book in this series. Sophie and Tristan story continues. I am glad they work out what they want. There is a little bit of a cliffhanger if you want to know you will have to read it lol. Highly Recommend can't wait for Everything l Have
LOVED IT!!! Everything I Need has everything I look for in a romance story. Hot scenes, angst, humor... this book has it all. It's such a sexy, fun read you won't want to put this book down.
Good book wish I didn't have to wait for the next one June 3rd get here already!!!!!! Hopefully this author continues the series so all characters get a book would love to read about Caleb next btw HOTTTT!!!! SEX ;)
Man oh man! It was so awesome! I found myself holding my breath so many times while reading this! Hot, intense don't even begin to cover how great this book is! Can't wait for the next!!!
It was a great read. You have to read the first book in the series to understand what happened and why things in this book happens. It's a great story. rated very good
This picks up about two years after Tristan tells Sophia he loves her and she walks away. He's been miserable and when the label calls him up and tells him his break is over he needs to come back to LA and get to work on his album, he agrees. Especially when he finds out they want him to collaborate on a song with Sophia. Its time for him take his woman back.
Sophia has moved on, her band has grieved their loss, welcomed a new guitarist and worked on their second album. She has also found a loving man who treats her the way she should be treated.
I loved this book just as much as I loved the first one. I loved seeing Sophia slowly give in to her feelings for Tristan. I loved that they exercised their feelings through the song and I absolutely LOVED THE CLIFFHANGER!!!
Another thing that I love about the series is the music. Natalie Barnes is a master at setting the right mood with music. I love listening to whatever song is playing in the book while reading whatever is happening in the book. It really helps make the story seem so much more real.
Everything I Need picked up where Everything I Want left off. Thankfully this book was ready for me because I literally started this within minutes of finishing book one.
In this book we see most of the same characters in book one. There is also the same angst between Sophia and Tristan but written in such a way it wasn’t just a rehash from book one.
There were times where I teared up, laughed, and balled my fists in frustration for the characters.
I had a book hangover after this series. I did not want these books to end and wasn’t ready to start anything new after finishing them as I wanted to stay in my rock star world for a bit longer.
There is a third book in this series and I will definitely be one of the first in line to grab it. The story wrapped up nicely but ended with the reader knowing there is definitely more to come and I can’t wait to see how this story goes!
She Killed it Again! Natalie Knows how to right a hardcore love story! Everything I Want you fall in love with Tristan and Sophia! Now we get to Watch them fall in love. But don't worry Natalie keeps Sophia just as badass . She also finds a way to keep Tristan from seeming like a sappy love sick puppy! Not to mention the steamy scenes that make me love this Author!!!! Keep them coming!!!!! Can't wait for the next after that ENDING! !!!!!!!