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Black Falcon #4
Rock My Body
Tyke Douglas is tired of being the glue that holds the hottest band in the world together. If the rest of the guys are out doing their own thing, then why shouldn't he? He's about to turn things up a notch and bring a whole new level of crazy into Black Falcon's world. Francine Mead is putting her sordid past behind her. The first step in her new life is taking a job as an addiction counselor, where she can mentor others through their struggles. Francine never expected to be lured back into temptation when her first sexy celebrity client, Tyke Douglas, walks through her door. Both Tyke and Francine know that a relationship between them would be a disaster, but with each session, things continue to heat up, making it impossible to deny the connection they share. Boundaries cross, attractions heighten, and their willpower will be tested to the very limit.Contains mature themes.
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November 18, 2014
4-4.5 stars!
Michelle Valentine’s Black Falcon series is one that I’ve read from the very beginning. I’ve been waiting for the mysterious Tyke’s book for what feels like the longest time. As sad as I am to see this series end, I feel like Michelle did a fantastic job ending it. She created two broken characters in Tyke and Frannie that really worked together.
Tyke has been the glue that has held Black Falcon together for too long. While the other guys are off with their women, he’s the one writing the songs, constantly worried about the band. It’s the most important thing to him. The band. The music.
Tyke has fallen into a bad place. He’s been the strong link for too long and the pressure and stress has made him cave. After one two many benders and issues with the band, he has a choice to make. Go to rehab and get clean and together, or leave the band. The band is everything to him, so unwillingly he heads to rehab.
Frannie Mead is a recovering addict turned counselor. Her drug of choice wasn’t really a drug at all- at least not a substance. She is a recovering sex addict. She’s been on the wagon for a while and excited to take this new job. She’s committed to staying out of trouble, but trouble walks right to her work. In the form of tattooed rocker Tyke Douglas. Who is just her type.
Tyke is immediately attracted to Frannie. They have chemistry, and they both feel that pull towards one another.
Frannie is committed to not acting on this attraction she feels to Tyke. She’s committed to try to help him. And she does. She gets through to him in the only way that seems to work. Music.
The more time Tyke and Frannie spend together, the more their bond grows. They really start to feel something for one another.
Being together is a risk. A huge risk. But neither one can stop the feelings they’ve developed.
I am a sucker for the broken characters. For the guys with issues. I am a fixer and I crave reading about these people. Tyke isn’t the only broken person in this relationship. Frannie is just as broken in a different way. They were both great characters. I’ve always been intrigued by Tyke’s quiet and sexy charm. Frannie was full of strength. She pushed some, but I didn’t blame her for that. Overall I loved them both.
The Black Falcon boys will always hold a special place in my heart. I love all these boys. Riff is still my favorite guy- I can’t get enough of him and his Oreo’s, but Tyke surprised me by becoming a close second! I love Michelle’s fast paced and sexy writing. The books are so easy to read, fun, steamy and emotional. The songs at the beginning of each chapter were a great touch. And the epilogue. It was so great! This book had a touch of forbidden love which is also something I always enjoy reading about.
Rock my Body is a great end to a great series!
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Michelle Valentine’s Black Falcon series is one that I’ve read from the very beginning. I’ve been waiting for the mysterious Tyke’s book for what feels like the longest time. As sad as I am to see this series end, I feel like Michelle did a fantastic job ending it. She created two broken characters in Tyke and Frannie that really worked together.
Tyke has been the glue that has held Black Falcon together for too long. While the other guys are off with their women, he’s the one writing the songs, constantly worried about the band. It’s the most important thing to him. The band. The music.
Music is the one thing I can completely lose myself in. When I’m in the moment, feeling the beat, I’m untouchable; nothing else matters… It’s what I was born to do.
Tyke has fallen into a bad place. He’s been the strong link for too long and the pressure and stress has made him cave. After one two many benders and issues with the band, he has a choice to make. Go to rehab and get clean and together, or leave the band. The band is everything to him, so unwillingly he heads to rehab.
Frannie Mead is a recovering addict turned counselor. Her drug of choice wasn’t really a drug at all- at least not a substance. She is a recovering sex addict. She’s been on the wagon for a while and excited to take this new job. She’s committed to staying out of trouble, but trouble walks right to her work. In the form of tattooed rocker Tyke Douglas. Who is just her type.
Oh, God. Heaven help me. This man is going to be trouble. The kind I have a very hard time resisting.
Tyke is immediately attracted to Frannie. They have chemistry, and they both feel that pull towards one another.
Frannie is committed to not acting on this attraction she feels to Tyke. She’s committed to try to help him. And she does. She gets through to him in the only way that seems to work. Music.
The more time Tyke and Frannie spend together, the more their bond grows. They really start to feel something for one another.
More than anything, I wish that we could’ve met under different circumstances- in a time when we both weren’t trying to overcome our demons.Lines are crossed. Rules are broken. They can’t seem to stay away from each other no matter how hard they try.
Being together is a risk. A huge risk. But neither one can stop the feelings they’ve developed.
I am a sucker for the broken characters. For the guys with issues. I am a fixer and I crave reading about these people. Tyke isn’t the only broken person in this relationship. Frannie is just as broken in a different way. They were both great characters. I’ve always been intrigued by Tyke’s quiet and sexy charm. Frannie was full of strength. She pushed some, but I didn’t blame her for that. Overall I loved them both.
The Black Falcon boys will always hold a special place in my heart. I love all these boys. Riff is still my favorite guy- I can’t get enough of him and his Oreo’s, but Tyke surprised me by becoming a close second! I love Michelle’s fast paced and sexy writing. The books are so easy to read, fun, steamy and emotional. The songs at the beginning of each chapter were a great touch. And the epilogue. It was so great! This book had a touch of forbidden love which is also something I always enjoy reading about.
Rock my Body is a great end to a great series!
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Tyke Douglas is tired of being the glue that holds the hottest band in the world together. If the rest of the guys are out doing their own thing, then why shouldn’t he? He’s about to turn things up a notch and bring a whole new level of crazy into Black Falcon’s world.
Francine Mead is putting her sordid past behind and is determined to help others overcome their demons along side her. The first step in her new life is taking a job as an addiction counselor, where she can mentor others through their struggles. Francine never expected to be lured back into temptation when her first sexy celebrity client, Tyke Douglas walks through her door. The moment she lays eyes on him, she’s in trouble.
Both Tyke and Francine know a relationship between them would be a disaster, but with each session, things continue to heat up, making it impossible to deny the connection they share. Boundaries cross, attractions heighten and both of their willpowers will be tested to the very limit.
Website: www.michelleavalentine.com
Blog: http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-G-BIu6BV4j8...
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/pages/Michel...
Tyke Douglas is tired of being the glue that holds the hottest band in the world together. If the rest of the guys are out doing their own thing, then why shouldn’t he? He’s about to turn things up a notch and bring a whole new level of crazy into Black Falcon’s world.
Francine Mead is putting her sordid past behind and is determined to help others overcome their demons along side her. The first step in her new life is taking a job as an addiction counselor, where she can mentor others through their struggles. Francine never expected to be lured back into temptation when her first sexy celebrity client, Tyke Douglas walks through her door. The moment she lays eyes on him, she’s in trouble.
Both Tyke and Francine know a relationship between them would be a disaster, but with each session, things continue to heat up, making it impossible to deny the connection they share. Boundaries cross, attractions heighten and both of their willpowers will be tested to the very limit.
November 13, 2014
UPDATED NOVEMBER 13TH
What can I say I'm sad the series has come to an end but I loved how Michelle finished it. Tyke omg what a moody guy I love him so much. Frannie, her backstory was sad but it brought her to Tyke so I'm not sad about that I think that was awesome. I love her sass...she is really going to keep him on his toes and that is what I thought Tyke needed. He also needed someone to light that flame under his butt and Frannie does that for him. I love those 2 together. I did not like Josie's character at all I thought she was a spoiled little witch. I wish we could have learned more about Kimmy she seemed like an awesome person as a side character. I'm happy that Frannie shared about herself to Tyke. I think it really helped him to see that his twin is really important and he is really important to his twin. Michelle did a great job with the ending I just wish the series wasn't over I loved all the guys of Black Falcon.
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I am looking forward to reading this but some of the other comments are making me want to write my views on a book that isn't even out yet. I for one want to read a book about Max just because well he was likable. With that being said I didn't read much into where Tyke said he wouldn't be leaving the band for a woman. I just thought he wouldn't be leaving because he fell in love with a woman like all his other bandmates. But Trip is so worried about him leaving because he is the glue that holds the band together. Tyke doesn't think that he is that for the band. The guys need to let him know that he is, not just his twin.
So to be honest I hope Tyke isn't gay. I mean I want him to be happy but he doesn't seem the type. He is moody, and depressed. I think he needs to find a person that has this light around that makes him realize that he is who he is. I think it needs to be some down-home country girl who is a song writer that has something that draws him in to make him see what his brother was trying to tell him before it is to late and he loses everything because he was to blind to believe his brother.
What can I say I'm sad the series has come to an end but I loved how Michelle finished it. Tyke omg what a moody guy I love him so much. Frannie, her backstory was sad but it brought her to Tyke so I'm not sad about that I think that was awesome. I love her sass...she is really going to keep him on his toes and that is what I thought Tyke needed. He also needed someone to light that flame under his butt and Frannie does that for him. I love those 2 together. I did not like Josie's character at all I thought she was a spoiled little witch. I wish we could have learned more about Kimmy she seemed like an awesome person as a side character. I'm happy that Frannie shared about herself to Tyke. I think it really helped him to see that his twin is really important and he is really important to his twin. Michelle did a great job with the ending I just wish the series wasn't over I loved all the guys of Black Falcon.
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I am looking forward to reading this but some of the other comments are making me want to write my views on a book that isn't even out yet. I for one want to read a book about Max just because well he was likable. With that being said I didn't read much into where Tyke said he wouldn't be leaving the band for a woman. I just thought he wouldn't be leaving because he fell in love with a woman like all his other bandmates. But Trip is so worried about him leaving because he is the glue that holds the band together. Tyke doesn't think that he is that for the band. The guys need to let him know that he is, not just his twin.
So to be honest I hope Tyke isn't gay. I mean I want him to be happy but he doesn't seem the type. He is moody, and depressed. I think he needs to find a person that has this light around that makes him realize that he is who he is. I think it needs to be some down-home country girl who is a song writer that has something that draws him in to make him see what his brother was trying to tell him before it is to late and he loses everything because he was to blind to believe his brother.
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November 22, 2013Well from the looks of the cover i guess Tyke is not gonna be gay!
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May 5, 2013I was browsing through Michelle A. Valentine's books yesterday and although they all look like great reads, I have not yet actually read any of them (yet!). Then today I had a message from a Goodreads friend asking me about my 1 star rating of this book.
That rating was a complete accident! I must have clicked something while I was browsing.
Luckily, I think I was able to clear that rating. I would hate for my clumsy clicking to bring a rating down on something I hadn't even read. I just wanted to post this explanation in case there was still some repercussions from that accidental click. Thanks and sorry!
That rating was a complete accident! I must have clicked something while I was browsing.
Luckily, I think I was able to clear that rating. I would hate for my clumsy clicking to bring a rating down on something I hadn't even read. I just wanted to post this explanation in case there was still some repercussions from that accidental click. Thanks and sorry!
November 13, 2014
WOW !!!!
What a story I had been waiting for this book it feels like forever !!
I loved it !!!
Great story it did not disappoint I feel like I cant say anything because then I will give it away :)
As always fun sexy and super hot ;)
I am so happy to see of the Black Falcon family in the book but I am very sad to see the story end :( one of my favorite music books :)
What a story I had been waiting for this book it feels like forever !!
I loved it !!!
Great story it did not disappoint I feel like I cant say anything because then I will give it away :)
As always fun sexy and super hot ;)
I am so happy to see of the Black Falcon family in the book but I am very sad to see the story end :( one of my favorite music books :)
March 24, 2015
I really enjoyed this series and hated to see it end. Although this was my least favorite of the series, it was still a fun read. It did seem very rushed and very unrealistic at times. I wish it was longer because I felt like this one could have been an emotional powerhouse with Tyke and Frannie fighting their addictions and slowly falling in love. Tyke just went from bad boy man-whore to head over heals too quickly for me.
I did love the epilogue. It was great to see how the band grew throughout the series.
This one was 3 stars.
Overall series was 4 stars.
I did love the epilogue. It was great to see how the band grew throughout the series.
This one was 3 stars.
Overall series was 4 stars.
February 25, 2016
something about what Tyke said to Trip and how ROCK THE BEAT ended that has me thinking this will be a book about Tyke and Max.
November 14, 2014
Review: Surj Harvey
"Rock my Body" was one of those books that started off absolutely brilliant but then somewhere along the line, my enjoyment of Tyke's story waned. At some point, it felt like someone had pressed the fast forward button on what could have been a really emotional, heart wrenching story and before I knew it, I'd turned the last page and it was over.... at 80% I might add!!! Gutted. Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying this final book in the "Black Falcon Series" was really bad... just that it felt rushed and as such missed some of that intensity, that nervous anticipation, that harsh brutality that I would have expected from a book covering the subject matters that "Rock my Body" did.
So let's start with the good. Well, the beginning completely blew me away. It was emotional, gut wrenching and soul destroying as I witnessed Tyke's life spiral out of control. Here was a man who felt so alone, who was harboring so much pain and the only way he knew how to deal with it was through drugs. They gave him the release he needed and helped him forget (just for a few moments) how bad things really were. What made it all the more heart breaking was his constant denial that there was a problem and it would take hitting rock bottom for him to realise that he was in fact an addict. Until that point however, he would fight it all the way. The first few chapters of this book were hard hitting and at times difficult to read but I really felt like I was in the mind of addict, his behaviour an honest reflection of just that.
Frannie's past... so much could have been made of this and I think exploring that side to her character further would have helped me understand why she did what she did and why she behaved the way she did. I really struggled with her character at times and just couldn't get her right in my head.
"Rock my Body" was a relatively short read and with an epilogue for the whole series included, finished at 80% (loc 2676: kindle). I needed more... so much more and I feel the author merely skimmed the surface on so many aspects of this book. By further exploring certain avenues of Tyke's story, I know this could could have been an amazing read. Maybe I'm just being greedy, I don'y know but this final installment of the "Black Falcon Series" got ❤❤❤ from me.
"Rock my Body" was one of those books that started off absolutely brilliant but then somewhere along the line, my enjoyment of Tyke's story waned. At some point, it felt like someone had pressed the fast forward button on what could have been a really emotional, heart wrenching story and before I knew it, I'd turned the last page and it was over.... at 80% I might add!!! Gutted. Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying this final book in the "Black Falcon Series" was really bad... just that it felt rushed and as such missed some of that intensity, that nervous anticipation, that harsh brutality that I would have expected from a book covering the subject matters that "Rock my Body" did.
People say there can be no light without darkness. It's a nice quote and all, but I'm convinced it's a load of shit people love to hang on to to feel better.
So let's start with the good. Well, the beginning completely blew me away. It was emotional, gut wrenching and soul destroying as I witnessed Tyke's life spiral out of control. Here was a man who felt so alone, who was harboring so much pain and the only way he knew how to deal with it was through drugs. They gave him the release he needed and helped him forget (just for a few moments) how bad things really were. What made it all the more heart breaking was his constant denial that there was a problem and it would take hitting rock bottom for him to realise that he was in fact an addict. Until that point however, he would fight it all the way. The first few chapters of this book were hard hitting and at times difficult to read but I really felt like I was in the mind of addict, his behaviour an honest reflection of just that.
As much as I wish we could have a fairy tale romance, I know this is reality and happily ever afters don't happen to broken people like us.I think from the moment Tyke entered rehab, things started to head south for me. The premise of the plot was fantastic but the execution of parts of it really fell short. Many of the avenues Tyke's story took felt like they just weren't explored enough and as such lacked depth. In turn I felt my connection to parts of the story and to the characters were lost. I wanted a build up to the forbidden romance between Frannie and Tyke but it was more or less instant and before I knew it, they were in love. I wanted to experience Tyke's withdrawal with him. I wanted to see his thought processes, feel the emotions he went through as the drugs that had helped him for so long left his body. Unfortunately his detox lasted a page. There was a sub plot which added an air of mystery and suspense to "Rock my Body" but again, as soon as the revelation was made, that was it... onwards and upwards.
I'm an addict myself, but my drug of choice isn't anything crushed, shot or snorted. It's better of I put on a facade and pretend that I'm a conservative woman- a little prudish.
Frannie's past... so much could have been made of this and I think exploring that side to her character further would have helped me understand why she did what she did and why she behaved the way she did. I really struggled with her character at times and just couldn't get her right in my head.
"Rock my Body" was a relatively short read and with an epilogue for the whole series included, finished at 80% (loc 2676: kindle). I needed more... so much more and I feel the author merely skimmed the surface on so many aspects of this book. By further exploring certain avenues of Tyke's story, I know this could could have been an amazing read. Maybe I'm just being greedy, I don'y know but this final installment of the "Black Falcon Series" got ❤❤❤ from me.
November 24, 2014
This has been one of my favorite series. I have loved every book Michelle has written about the Black Falcons. Although I am a hard core Riff girl, I almost love Tyke as much as I love him.
Tyke Douglas’s story is so much different than the rest of the boys. He has struggled with the changes the other bandmates have gone through. They are not the party animals they use to be. They have settled down. Tyke feels like they have lost their commitment to the Black Falcons. Tyke has some addiction problems that cause a lot of problems. The boys tell him treatment or leave the band. Since the band means everything to him, he agrees to treatment.
While he is there he meets a counselor named Frannie Mead. She is a recovery sex addict who has turned her life around after the horrible death of her twin sister. She has started a new life and now has the job of her dreams. Now if she could just stay away from Tyke who happens to look just like her favorite type of men.
“Tyke Douglas is just as freaking sexy in person as he is in the damn pictures. This is so not good.”
I really enjoyed the use of music throughout this story. Not just because a lot of the songs used were personal favorites of mine. It was because it brought so much to the scenes they were used it. Tyke using the songs he wrote in his journal to let Frannie know what was going on with him was genius.
“I make my way to the small desk across the room and pull a pick from my pocket and write “Miss You” on the back of it. I place it on the desk, along with a piece of notebook paper with a single song title on it: “What If I Was Nothing by All That Remains. My hope is that, no matter what she’s pissed about, she’ll forgive me and understand that I’m not going anywhere.”
Tyke and Frannie’s story is an excellent addition to the Black Falcon series. They were so perfect for each other. I don’t think Michelle could of came up with a better pairing. I loved watching them work through their addictions and learn to trust each other.
Now let’s talk about that epilogue. That AMAZING epilogue. The one that really made the whole series come full circle. If you don’t get what I mean by that feel free to message me to find out why after you have read the book. I will not spoil it for you so don’t ask. It was so beautiful I was crying at 2AM. Michelle ended this series in a way that made it so perfect it made me forgive her for putting Riff and the word “minivan” in the same sentence. Talk about throwing cold water on my hot fantasy! hahaha
I am so sad to see this series end. I have loved these boys for so long it feels like I am saying good bye to family. These books will be ones I will revisit often. I love you Michelle. I love your Black Falcon boys. This was a perfect ending to a perfect series.
ARC in exchange for honest review
Tyke Douglas’s story is so much different than the rest of the boys. He has struggled with the changes the other bandmates have gone through. They are not the party animals they use to be. They have settled down. Tyke feels like they have lost their commitment to the Black Falcons. Tyke has some addiction problems that cause a lot of problems. The boys tell him treatment or leave the band. Since the band means everything to him, he agrees to treatment.
While he is there he meets a counselor named Frannie Mead. She is a recovery sex addict who has turned her life around after the horrible death of her twin sister. She has started a new life and now has the job of her dreams. Now if she could just stay away from Tyke who happens to look just like her favorite type of men.
“Tyke Douglas is just as freaking sexy in person as he is in the damn pictures. This is so not good.”
I really enjoyed the use of music throughout this story. Not just because a lot of the songs used were personal favorites of mine. It was because it brought so much to the scenes they were used it. Tyke using the songs he wrote in his journal to let Frannie know what was going on with him was genius.
“I make my way to the small desk across the room and pull a pick from my pocket and write “Miss You” on the back of it. I place it on the desk, along with a piece of notebook paper with a single song title on it: “What If I Was Nothing by All That Remains. My hope is that, no matter what she’s pissed about, she’ll forgive me and understand that I’m not going anywhere.”
Tyke and Frannie’s story is an excellent addition to the Black Falcon series. They were so perfect for each other. I don’t think Michelle could of came up with a better pairing. I loved watching them work through their addictions and learn to trust each other.
Now let’s talk about that epilogue. That AMAZING epilogue. The one that really made the whole series come full circle. If you don’t get what I mean by that feel free to message me to find out why after you have read the book. I will not spoil it for you so don’t ask. It was so beautiful I was crying at 2AM. Michelle ended this series in a way that made it so perfect it made me forgive her for putting Riff and the word “minivan” in the same sentence. Talk about throwing cold water on my hot fantasy! hahaha
I am so sad to see this series end. I have loved these boys for so long it feels like I am saying good bye to family. These books will be ones I will revisit often. I love you Michelle. I love your Black Falcon boys. This was a perfect ending to a perfect series.
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April 6, 2015
November 11, 2014
November 14, 2014
Title: Rock My Body
Series: (Black Falcon, #4)
Author: Michelle A. Valentine
Release Date: November 11th, 2014
Genre: Rock star Erotic Romance
Age Group: New Adult
Rating: 4.5 Stars
Character Casting
Tyke & Frannie -
Series: (Black Falcon, #4)
Author: Michelle A. Valentine
Release Date: November 11th, 2014
Genre: Rock star Erotic Romance
Age Group: New Adult
Rating: 4.5 Stars
Character Casting
Tyke & Frannie -
October 4, 2017
I’m still puzzled why it took so long for me to read the final book in this terrific series, but I finally did and enjoyed it very much. The reason for the lack of a five star rating was it left me a bit disjointed. I felt this final book in the series didn't have the angst and passion the other books did and the epilogue didn’t finish it off with the flourish I was expecting. Overall, I’d read this series again and Michelle is still one of my rock stars. I look forward to reading her other series and her writing has heart along with characters you fall in love with and want to know more of.
November 15, 2014
5 star review by Allison East
What a perfect ending, to a fantastic series. Michelle Valentine never disappoints- ever. When it comes to her Falcon boys books, I am always left smiling and satisfied. I was feeling super ambivalent reading this book. On one hand I was SUPER pumped to read Tyke's story- I've been waiting for his story, since I was introduced to all of the guys in the first book. I'm not sure what intrigued me about him, but something did. He pulled at my heartstrings, just like Noel did. Noel has been my favorite since day one. Sure Riff and Trip, gave Noel a definite run for his money, but little did I know that Tyke was so sneaky- and he really did sneak in and steal my heart.
Tyke Douglas has his struggles- especially with all of his bandmates finding their loves, and the band changing right before his eyes, or so he thought. But because Tyke had never been bitten by the love bug, he didn't understand. And he was making a slippery slope downhill- that included drugs, and missing band meetings, and so much ANGER. After a final straw- he finds he is replaced if he doesn't complete rehab. And that is where he meets reformed addict herself, Frannie Mead. What he doesn't know- is that she will be his therapist while at his stay at the rehab facility, Serenity Hills.
Frannie Mead is such a great heroine- I freaking love her. Such a good addition to the already strong women of Black Falcon. And while Frannie was once an addict, she is reformed- but when she comes to Serenity Hills, what she doesn't count on is Tyke.
"He is devastatingly handsome, and the thought of how attracted I am to just his mere pictures scare the shit out of me. How am I ever supposed to concentrate on helping this man when he�s my own favorite brand of tattooed man candy?"
When Tyke arrives he thinks he won't go through a detox period, but Frannie assures him, he will. Just as an addict does. Once Frannie gets to know what's on the inside of Tyke, it's hard to keep her hands off Tyke's exterior. And when they collide- sparks fly, and panties melt. For sure.
"You , Frannie- you make me feel needed, and that's why I'm fighting for you."
And another thing I love in a romance novel- forbidden love!! This has that too, eek!! So so good, it totally worked for me. I just love that damn everything around them, they just HAD to be together. Sigh, so swooney!
"I wish you weren't my doctor so I could kiss you right now." When my gaze meets hers, she whispers, "I wish that, too."
There we sit at an impossible crossroad. Our desire for each other evident, but our circumstances preventing us from ever acting on it.
Added bonus- there are songs before each chapter- and if you touch them, they take you to the youtube video of that song. That is PURE GENIUS! I love when there are playlists
at the end of books- but to know the exact song you are listening to for the exact chapter, is mother loving brilliant. This book is the perfect culmination to one of my absolute FAVORITE series of all time.
Not to mention all the men are back in their glory- and the epilogue goes out with a bang. I was crying happy tears! It was amazing, and it ended just as it started. And while I am sad to see this series end, I am looking forward to everything this brilliant author has in store for us. She doesn't just write kick ass stories about rock bands, all her other books are proof of that- so I can't wait for more.
What a perfect ending, to a fantastic series. Michelle Valentine never disappoints- ever. When it comes to her Falcon boys books, I am always left smiling and satisfied. I was feeling super ambivalent reading this book. On one hand I was SUPER pumped to read Tyke's story- I've been waiting for his story, since I was introduced to all of the guys in the first book. I'm not sure what intrigued me about him, but something did. He pulled at my heartstrings, just like Noel did. Noel has been my favorite since day one. Sure Riff and Trip, gave Noel a definite run for his money, but little did I know that Tyke was so sneaky- and he really did sneak in and steal my heart.
Tyke Douglas has his struggles- especially with all of his bandmates finding their loves, and the band changing right before his eyes, or so he thought. But because Tyke had never been bitten by the love bug, he didn't understand. And he was making a slippery slope downhill- that included drugs, and missing band meetings, and so much ANGER. After a final straw- he finds he is replaced if he doesn't complete rehab. And that is where he meets reformed addict herself, Frannie Mead. What he doesn't know- is that she will be his therapist while at his stay at the rehab facility, Serenity Hills.
Frannie Mead is such a great heroine- I freaking love her. Such a good addition to the already strong women of Black Falcon. And while Frannie was once an addict, she is reformed- but when she comes to Serenity Hills, what she doesn't count on is Tyke.
"He is devastatingly handsome, and the thought of how attracted I am to just his mere pictures scare the shit out of me. How am I ever supposed to concentrate on helping this man when he�s my own favorite brand of tattooed man candy?"
When Tyke arrives he thinks he won't go through a detox period, but Frannie assures him, he will. Just as an addict does. Once Frannie gets to know what's on the inside of Tyke, it's hard to keep her hands off Tyke's exterior. And when they collide- sparks fly, and panties melt. For sure.
"You , Frannie- you make me feel needed, and that's why I'm fighting for you."
And another thing I love in a romance novel- forbidden love!! This has that too, eek!! So so good, it totally worked for me. I just love that damn everything around them, they just HAD to be together. Sigh, so swooney!
"I wish you weren't my doctor so I could kiss you right now." When my gaze meets hers, she whispers, "I wish that, too."
There we sit at an impossible crossroad. Our desire for each other evident, but our circumstances preventing us from ever acting on it.
Added bonus- there are songs before each chapter- and if you touch them, they take you to the youtube video of that song. That is PURE GENIUS! I love when there are playlists
at the end of books- but to know the exact song you are listening to for the exact chapter, is mother loving brilliant. This book is the perfect culmination to one of my absolute FAVORITE series of all time.
Not to mention all the men are back in their glory- and the epilogue goes out with a bang. I was crying happy tears! It was amazing, and it ended just as it started. And while I am sad to see this series end, I am looking forward to everything this brilliant author has in store for us. She doesn't just write kick ass stories about rock bands, all her other books are proof of that- so I can't wait for more.
December 5, 2014
**My review contains a lot of spoilers!**
Well, this story started out promising. Tyke is growing more and more annoyed with his fellow band mates and their new dedication to their women. He feels they're not as committed to the band and he's frustrated that they don't even want to hang out anymore, especially his brother, Trip.
Now left to his own devices after shows and during the band's down time, Tyke is getting more of a "fuck it all" attitude. He's tired of being the responsible worrier of the group. So he's taking pills, doing some blow, having more random hookups, sometimes even blacking out, he's even drinking and driving.
After the very real threat of being kicked out of the band, Trip finally convinces Tyke to enter rehab. Now here's where the story starts to go downhill.
Frannie, also a twin, after finishing her Masters degree, has accepted a position as a therapist in a rehab center. Only Frannie is a recovering addict herself, a sex addict. Oh brother. Yep, you guessed it. She's gaga over the hot, hunky rocker and she's in his pants as soon as the worst of his withdrawals are over. In fact, they were kissing even before that.
Okay here are my issues:
1. Wouldn't the treatment facility do an extensive background check on all of their employees?
2. Frannie is very selfish. She knows she has an addiction and she has to know that sleeping with a patient while he's vulnerable would negatively affect his treatment.
3. Tyke isn't the only one Frannie is unprofessional with. When she's in a session with another patient, an unattractive patient, she inwardly rolls her eyes at his problems, she's judgmental, and she often tunes him out. Ugh.
4. Tyke and Frannie probably have had a thousand sexual partners between them but the first time they have sex it's unprotected. Gross. And, of course, it results in pregnancy.
5. This is the first sober relationship Tyke has had in a long time, he's declaring his love in a matter of days, yet his brother and band mates think it's a good thing and that it won't end in disaster. Even though, realistically, it so would.
6. When their relationship is found out, the doctor running the facility accepts Frannie's resignation, offers to give her a letter of recommendation, and wishes her well. Huh?! No ethics charges? No revoking her license?
7. The book ends at 80%! Though in my case that's probably a good thing.
Like I said, I thought the book started out well enough and I liked the links to the songs that set the tone for each chapter, but, overall, I'm very disappointed. Not a worthy finale for this otherwise awesome series.
Well, this story started out promising. Tyke is growing more and more annoyed with his fellow band mates and their new dedication to their women. He feels they're not as committed to the band and he's frustrated that they don't even want to hang out anymore, especially his brother, Trip.
Now left to his own devices after shows and during the band's down time, Tyke is getting more of a "fuck it all" attitude. He's tired of being the responsible worrier of the group. So he's taking pills, doing some blow, having more random hookups, sometimes even blacking out, he's even drinking and driving.
After the very real threat of being kicked out of the band, Trip finally convinces Tyke to enter rehab. Now here's where the story starts to go downhill.
Frannie, also a twin, after finishing her Masters degree, has accepted a position as a therapist in a rehab center. Only Frannie is a recovering addict herself, a sex addict. Oh brother. Yep, you guessed it. She's gaga over the hot, hunky rocker and she's in his pants as soon as the worst of his withdrawals are over. In fact, they were kissing even before that.
Okay here are my issues:
1. Wouldn't the treatment facility do an extensive background check on all of their employees?
2. Frannie is very selfish. She knows she has an addiction and she has to know that sleeping with a patient while he's vulnerable would negatively affect his treatment.
3. Tyke isn't the only one Frannie is unprofessional with. When she's in a session with another patient, an unattractive patient, she inwardly rolls her eyes at his problems, she's judgmental, and she often tunes him out. Ugh.
4. Tyke and Frannie probably have had a thousand sexual partners between them but the first time they have sex it's unprotected. Gross. And, of course, it results in pregnancy.
5. This is the first sober relationship Tyke has had in a long time, he's declaring his love in a matter of days, yet his brother and band mates think it's a good thing and that it won't end in disaster. Even though, realistically, it so would.
6. When their relationship is found out, the doctor running the facility accepts Frannie's resignation, offers to give her a letter of recommendation, and wishes her well. Huh?! No ethics charges? No revoking her license?
7. The book ends at 80%! Though in my case that's probably a good thing.
Like I said, I thought the book started out well enough and I liked the links to the songs that set the tone for each chapter, but, overall, I'm very disappointed. Not a worthy finale for this otherwise awesome series.
September 6, 2016
I felt that this book was rushed to quickly. And that Francine was not as challenging or stubborn like the other women in the last 3 books. I did not hate this book but I just did not feel a good connection into this book
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here is my video review
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April 2, 2017
This series gets better with each book. I loved Trip and Holly's book and it was my favorite until I listened to this one. I loved Tyke and Frannie. Watching Tyke spiral out of control was sad. I was skeptical about Frannie's sex addiction but it was handled in a believable and non sleazy way. I wish the series wasn't over because I will miss this band and their ladies.
November 11, 2014
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~~ 5 Wonderful Series Stars ~~
The last book in a series is always bittersweet for me. I am excited to read the book to share in those characters story, but I am also sad because it is the last book for all of these characters. You get so attached to these characters when their stories expand over 4 or more books. Rock My Body is no different. I loved all the characters we met along the way. The members of Black Falcon are amazing and I will miss each and every one of them.
Michelle Valentine has an amazing ability to create characters and story lines that just sink into your soul and stick with you. Her stories are full of love, sex, humor, anger, and even some tears. Rock My Body was the perfect ending to this series. It was a fairly quick read but nothing felt rushed and I wasn't left at the end feeling unsatisfied. I thought use did a great job with Tyke and Frannie's story but also wrapping up all the other stories as well. She even added a hint of suspense to this story. I am proud to say that I guessed the little twist in the story before it was revealed….I am always excited when I can get it right :)
Rock My Body is the story of Tyke and Frannie. This story took me by surprise because I didn't see Tyke's character going in this direction, but it totally worked. Both Tyke and Frannie are tortured souls who have severe addiction issues. After both of them hit rock bottom they decide to change their lives. Frannie decides she wants to helps others that are like she used to be. She becomes and addiction counselor. This is how she meets Tyke. After a serious accident Tyke decides to listen to his brother Trip and fellow band mates and go into rehab. Once these two characters meet they go on a journey to helping each other. What I loved the most about this story is that it was a forbidden love story. Those are my favorite for some reason. I thought Tyke and Frannie were a perfect match for each other. I also loved that Tyke wasn't willing to give up on her even though Frannie did everything she could think of to push him away.
My absolute favorite part of this book was the epilogue. I loved that we got to catch up with all of the band members and the ladies who tamed them. I thought it was the prefect ending to this already great series!!!
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Amazon Link (Pre-Order)----->>>> Rock My Body (Black Falcon, #4)
~~ 5 Wonderful Series Stars ~~
The last book in a series is always bittersweet for me. I am excited to read the book to share in those characters story, but I am also sad because it is the last book for all of these characters. You get so attached to these characters when their stories expand over 4 or more books. Rock My Body is no different. I loved all the characters we met along the way. The members of Black Falcon are amazing and I will miss each and every one of them.
Michelle Valentine has an amazing ability to create characters and story lines that just sink into your soul and stick with you. Her stories are full of love, sex, humor, anger, and even some tears. Rock My Body was the perfect ending to this series. It was a fairly quick read but nothing felt rushed and I wasn't left at the end feeling unsatisfied. I thought use did a great job with Tyke and Frannie's story but also wrapping up all the other stories as well. She even added a hint of suspense to this story. I am proud to say that I guessed the little twist in the story before it was revealed….I am always excited when I can get it right :)
Rock My Body is the story of Tyke and Frannie. This story took me by surprise because I didn't see Tyke's character going in this direction, but it totally worked. Both Tyke and Frannie are tortured souls who have severe addiction issues. After both of them hit rock bottom they decide to change their lives. Frannie decides she wants to helps others that are like she used to be. She becomes and addiction counselor. This is how she meets Tyke. After a serious accident Tyke decides to listen to his brother Trip and fellow band mates and go into rehab. Once these two characters meet they go on a journey to helping each other. What I loved the most about this story is that it was a forbidden love story. Those are my favorite for some reason. I thought Tyke and Frannie were a perfect match for each other. I also loved that Tyke wasn't willing to give up on her even though Frannie did everything she could think of to push him away.
My absolute favorite part of this book was the epilogue. I loved that we got to catch up with all of the band members and the ladies who tamed them. I thought it was the prefect ending to this already great series!!!
This entire series is Book B!tch Approved!!!!!
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November 19, 2014
Wow. I can't believe the series is over. I remember the moment I fell in love with the series and every couple since. I wasn't sure what to expect going into Tyke's story. He always seemed to be very focused on the music and the band. On the inside though, he was falling apart.
Tyke was quite a mess. He was resentful and angry with the guys in the band for falling in love and basically...living their lives. Turning to drugs and alcohol was easy. It helped him to forget that the band dynamic was changing. After a few serious incidents involving his drinking and drugging, the band has had enough. Tyke has to get help or he's out for good.
Frannie is a new counselor at the rehab. She has had her own set of issues to deal with. Getting involved with Tyke may not be the best choice, but the attraction is too strong to ignore. Now...there are some serious ethical issues here. But, this is fiction and we all want a HEA, right? And...I do know situations where this has happened, so I do understand the how and why. I wasn't bothered by it and I felt that Frannie did the right thing by handling the situation honestly. There were other issues that they had to move through, but I really enjoyed getting to know them as a couple. I appreciated seeing how they helped each other and seeing Tyke prioritize his life. As for the sexy...it was pretty dang hot!
There were a few pieces hat I would have like to see smoothed out or gotten more info on. For example, her sister's death and the issue with Arnold. I think I just felt that it was dealt with quickly. I also didn't quite understand her relationship with her family. Is is crucial to the story that I know these things? Maybe not, but I think I would have liked a bit more information.
Overall, I enjoyed it. I like Tyke a lot more than I thought I would. Plus, he and Trip share my birthday, so obviously I think he's pretty special. I adored how everything came to an end. I loved seeing all the couples and where they were. I admit that I got a bit teary in the epilogue. I'll miss this crew, but they'll forever remain on my kindle...so that makes me feel a bit better.
If you've followed this series, don't miss out on this book! Great ending to a stellar series!
Tyke was quite a mess. He was resentful and angry with the guys in the band for falling in love and basically...living their lives. Turning to drugs and alcohol was easy. It helped him to forget that the band dynamic was changing. After a few serious incidents involving his drinking and drugging, the band has had enough. Tyke has to get help or he's out for good.
Frannie is a new counselor at the rehab. She has had her own set of issues to deal with. Getting involved with Tyke may not be the best choice, but the attraction is too strong to ignore. Now...there are some serious ethical issues here. But, this is fiction and we all want a HEA, right? And...I do know situations where this has happened, so I do understand the how and why. I wasn't bothered by it and I felt that Frannie did the right thing by handling the situation honestly. There were other issues that they had to move through, but I really enjoyed getting to know them as a couple. I appreciated seeing how they helped each other and seeing Tyke prioritize his life. As for the sexy...it was pretty dang hot!
There were a few pieces hat I would have like to see smoothed out or gotten more info on. For example, her sister's death and the issue with Arnold. I think I just felt that it was dealt with quickly. I also didn't quite understand her relationship with her family. Is is crucial to the story that I know these things? Maybe not, but I think I would have liked a bit more information.
Overall, I enjoyed it. I like Tyke a lot more than I thought I would. Plus, he and Trip share my birthday, so obviously I think he's pretty special. I adored how everything came to an end. I loved seeing all the couples and where they were. I admit that I got a bit teary in the epilogue. I'll miss this crew, but they'll forever remain on my kindle...so that makes me feel a bit better.
If you've followed this series, don't miss out on this book! Great ending to a stellar series!
November 4, 2014
So many emotions were triggered with this book. The most I felt being gutted. I never thought that another Black Falcon man would take my heart away from Riff, but Tyke did just that. My chest heaved when he went through his trouble. I love this series so much because of my love of music. I love when an author incorporates music into their stories. It puts my two loves together and I think it makes the story so much better. I love the playlist for this book. It captures the emotions and the scenes perfectly.
Tyke, what can I say? He completely captured my heart with his struggles. I felt his pain of loss. I cried for him as he struggled with the changes and lost control of himself. Never in my time reading has a character made me hurt so bad for him. If he was real, I would hug him to death and never let him go. I think it's great that she saved him for last. It really was a great ending to the series.
Frannie, I loved her. I really liked that she fought for what she wanted. She didn't easily give up and she showed real strength. It's no surprise that I love strong, sassy, confident female leads and Frannie was all of those things. One part when her sass came out, I wanted to fist bump her and say, "You go girl!" I really connected with the way she was written.
Overall, this book made me cry happy and sad tears. I'm so sad to see the end of this series and I'm going to miss the boys of Black Falcon. I loved every word, loving and heart breaking. I think this is by far the deepest book in the series and I can't begin to tell you how moved I was reading it. I devoured this book. Thank You, Michelle for the perfect ending. Noel, Riff, Trip and Tyke will forever live in my heart.
Tyke, what can I say? He completely captured my heart with his struggles. I felt his pain of loss. I cried for him as he struggled with the changes and lost control of himself. Never in my time reading has a character made me hurt so bad for him. If he was real, I would hug him to death and never let him go. I think it's great that she saved him for last. It really was a great ending to the series.
Frannie, I loved her. I really liked that she fought for what she wanted. She didn't easily give up and she showed real strength. It's no surprise that I love strong, sassy, confident female leads and Frannie was all of those things. One part when her sass came out, I wanted to fist bump her and say, "You go girl!" I really connected with the way she was written.
Overall, this book made me cry happy and sad tears. I'm so sad to see the end of this series and I'm going to miss the boys of Black Falcon. I loved every word, loving and heart breaking. I think this is by far the deepest book in the series and I can't begin to tell you how moved I was reading it. I devoured this book. Thank You, Michelle for the perfect ending. Noel, Riff, Trip and Tyke will forever live in my heart.
December 5, 2014
3.5 stars
I love the Black Falcon series and am so sad to see it end :(
It's bittersweet for this series to end as this is how I met Michelle Valentine and she has rocked my world ever since..with her writing and her characters. I adore this crazy musical crew, a band and their ladies who I have come to love as my own family.
I couldn't wait to read Tyke's story, poor Tyke falling apart who has hit rock bottom with his addictions. Rather than lose the band and music that he loves so much, he agrees to get help to get back on the right track.
We meet Frannie Mead, his therapist who also has a past of her own and the attraction is instantaneous on both sides. But will she be able to resist temptation to spare her job?
What I loved...
Tyke!!! His persistence and devotion were true - he is a genuinely sweet guy and their moments together put a smile on my face
Black Falcon! I love how they stick together even in the roughest of times and are always there for each other...they are brothers and their love for each other unwavering.
I LOVE how Michelle incorporates music throughout all of her books, adding another emotional level to her stories
So why the 3.5 star rating?
I felt that at some points, the story felt rushed and I would have liked more elaboration in the details, connecting me even more to their journey
Though I love the attraction between Tyke and Frannie, I did feel that it was more insta love and would have preferred to have this be a bit more slow building as Tyke had to first overcome his addictions and get on the right path to recovery
I am sad to see this series end as it has been so fun to experience each of their stories. But Michelle is an amazing writer and I look forward to what she has in store for us next! <3
I love the Black Falcon series and am so sad to see it end :(
It's bittersweet for this series to end as this is how I met Michelle Valentine and she has rocked my world ever since..with her writing and her characters. I adore this crazy musical crew, a band and their ladies who I have come to love as my own family.
I couldn't wait to read Tyke's story, poor Tyke falling apart who has hit rock bottom with his addictions. Rather than lose the band and music that he loves so much, he agrees to get help to get back on the right track.
We meet Frannie Mead, his therapist who also has a past of her own and the attraction is instantaneous on both sides. But will she be able to resist temptation to spare her job?
What I loved...
Tyke!!! His persistence and devotion were true - he is a genuinely sweet guy and their moments together put a smile on my face
Black Falcon! I love how they stick together even in the roughest of times and are always there for each other...they are brothers and their love for each other unwavering.
I LOVE how Michelle incorporates music throughout all of her books, adding another emotional level to her stories
So why the 3.5 star rating?
I felt that at some points, the story felt rushed and I would have liked more elaboration in the details, connecting me even more to their journey
Though I love the attraction between Tyke and Frannie, I did feel that it was more insta love and would have preferred to have this be a bit more slow building as Tyke had to first overcome his addictions and get on the right path to recovery
I am sad to see this series end as it has been so fun to experience each of their stories. But Michelle is an amazing writer and I look forward to what she has in store for us next! <3
June 5, 2016
Tyke and Frannie's Story.
Can I just say how much I LOVE this series!!! I gave each book 4 stars but I give the entire series a very solid 4.5 stars!!! This series so far from the typical rock band troubles and stories. I loved all of the sensitive issues that were tackled by these rockers. I did feel that the ending or wrap up of the band was a little rushed but other than that I just wanted more of these boys and their lives and journeys!!!
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Can I just say how much I LOVE this series!!! I gave each book 4 stars but I give the entire series a very solid 4.5 stars!!! This series so far from the typical rock band troubles and stories. I loved all of the sensitive issues that were tackled by these rockers. I did feel that the ending or wrap up of the band was a little rushed but other than that I just wanted more of these boys and their lives and journeys!!!
Met this author at Lovely Ladies & Naughty Books Hosted by Jasinda Wilder & All Romance Reviews in Washington, D.C. May 21, 2016 #LLNBDC2016
This specific series video review: https://youtu.be/kGMKbpdQAFo
For other video book reviews check out my YouTube Channel: Stephanie Uncensored
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August 12, 2018
I received an ARC of this book and am giving an honest review.
*claps my hands* Well done, Michelle! Well done! It was a great ending to an amazing series. Bittersweet, but I expected as much. I love how you tied everything together perfectly in the epilogue. Trip is still my fave, but Tyke is right up there with his twin. If you ever decide to do a spin-off series about any children the Black Falcon members have, I'll totally read it. The epilogue has me wondering about possibilities!
*claps my hands* Well done, Michelle! Well done! It was a great ending to an amazing series. Bittersweet, but I expected as much. I love how you tied everything together perfectly in the epilogue. Trip is still my fave, but Tyke is right up there with his twin. If you ever decide to do a spin-off series about any children the Black Falcon members have, I'll totally read it. The epilogue has me wondering about possibilities!
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October 2, 2014
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December 25, 2014
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November 16, 2014
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February 28, 2021
Hero 5⭐ Tyke.
Heroine 5⭐ Frannie.
Story 5⭐
Writing 5⭐
Steam 4⭐
Romance 4⭐
Angst 3⭐
Secondary Characters 5⭐
Drama 5⭐
Recommend - Yes.
Heroine 5⭐ Frannie.
Story 5⭐
Writing 5⭐
Steam 4⭐
Romance 4⭐
Angst 3⭐
Secondary Characters 5⭐
Drama 5⭐
Recommend - Yes.
March 1, 2015
It’s time that the last single man standing in Black Falcon gets his story. Tyke Douglas had always been the voice of reason, the responsible one in the band. But as the others shifted their focus from the music to the women in their lives, something changes for Tyke. The fear of losing what the band gives him has him spiraling. What started as a way to cope with the anxiety becomes something darker as it all comes to a head when his actions are leading him to losing the one thing he knows he can’t live without, Black Falcon; and literally crashing head first into a brick wall.
Starting rehab is something he knows he needs to get through in order to get his place back in Black Falcon, even if he doesn’t think he has a problem. Getting through this will allow him to show the guys that he wants to get past everything and get back to the music, but Tyke soon realizes that maybe the guys were right, the drug use wasn’t just recreational and controlled. Detoxing was a bitch and for the first time he sees that this gripped him harder than he ever realized.
Frannie Mead is trying to change her life. The loss of her twin sister, giving into her need to find some peace in the arms of a stranger, she knows that her addiction and fear have guided her life. Using her knowledge of addiction to help other is her way to make a difference, to make a change. But her resolve is about to be tested when her patient is everything that she has sworn off. Tyke Douglas is the wet dream of her addiction. Crossing a line with him won’t only set her back in her recovery, it will cost her everything. But soon she realizes that everything isn’t going to be found keeping a man at arm’s length or within the comfort of her job. Those things mean nothing compared to the way that Tyke makes her feel.
The final installment of the Black Falcon series, our time with these boys is over and I am sad to say goodbye to them. Noel & Riff still remain my favorite of the four stories – and although I enjoyed Tyke’s story; I felt like I needed something more from this. The ending was sweet – but a collective epilogue of sorts for all of them. Not sure what it was about Tyke’s story that felt incomplete, a little rushed. As I started this story I was doubting the addiction that the other band members had pointed out. I think Michelle Valentine did a wonderful job in that aspect. I felt just as much of the denial that Tyke felt. It wasn’t until he began to deconstruct his own behavior that you realized just how much of his addiction surfaced. I felt like that discovery was shared with the reader and wasn’t just something that we experienced by reading the words.
Frannie’s back story I think lent to Tyke’s struggles. Having her understand the connection felt to a twin and the gap that had formed between him and Trip – it allowed that relationship to flow nicely. Added in her addiction and the way she had to see that her encounter with Tyke was more than just sex. The drama was very low key in this particular installment. The touch of drama we did get, that I won’t expose – felt a little too tied up – too quickly. I anticipated some bigger moment of exposure but what was slowly building just outside of the main story sort of fizzled out without more than just a quick mention. I feel like part of me wanted that part to have a climactic moment in the story, while recognizing how damaging that could have been to both Tyke and Frannie at this stage in the story.
In all, I enjoyed the closure to this story and hadn’t expected the story that we got with Tyke. Both he and Trip had been in the background mostly while Riff and Noel were larger than life, taking over most of the series (okay, so Riff was always the center of attention – that attention whore), but it was nice to get a chance to get to know these two characters outside of the realm of a tour bus.
So I say farewell to Black Falcon. The series that will always cross my mind when I hear faithfully play or I bite into an Oreo. It’s been nice knowing you boys, you’ll be missed.
Starting rehab is something he knows he needs to get through in order to get his place back in Black Falcon, even if he doesn’t think he has a problem. Getting through this will allow him to show the guys that he wants to get past everything and get back to the music, but Tyke soon realizes that maybe the guys were right, the drug use wasn’t just recreational and controlled. Detoxing was a bitch and for the first time he sees that this gripped him harder than he ever realized.
Frannie Mead is trying to change her life. The loss of her twin sister, giving into her need to find some peace in the arms of a stranger, she knows that her addiction and fear have guided her life. Using her knowledge of addiction to help other is her way to make a difference, to make a change. But her resolve is about to be tested when her patient is everything that she has sworn off. Tyke Douglas is the wet dream of her addiction. Crossing a line with him won’t only set her back in her recovery, it will cost her everything. But soon she realizes that everything isn’t going to be found keeping a man at arm’s length or within the comfort of her job. Those things mean nothing compared to the way that Tyke makes her feel.
The final installment of the Black Falcon series, our time with these boys is over and I am sad to say goodbye to them. Noel & Riff still remain my favorite of the four stories – and although I enjoyed Tyke’s story; I felt like I needed something more from this. The ending was sweet – but a collective epilogue of sorts for all of them. Not sure what it was about Tyke’s story that felt incomplete, a little rushed. As I started this story I was doubting the addiction that the other band members had pointed out. I think Michelle Valentine did a wonderful job in that aspect. I felt just as much of the denial that Tyke felt. It wasn’t until he began to deconstruct his own behavior that you realized just how much of his addiction surfaced. I felt like that discovery was shared with the reader and wasn’t just something that we experienced by reading the words.
Frannie’s back story I think lent to Tyke’s struggles. Having her understand the connection felt to a twin and the gap that had formed between him and Trip – it allowed that relationship to flow nicely. Added in her addiction and the way she had to see that her encounter with Tyke was more than just sex. The drama was very low key in this particular installment. The touch of drama we did get, that I won’t expose – felt a little too tied up – too quickly. I anticipated some bigger moment of exposure but what was slowly building just outside of the main story sort of fizzled out without more than just a quick mention. I feel like part of me wanted that part to have a climactic moment in the story, while recognizing how damaging that could have been to both Tyke and Frannie at this stage in the story.
In all, I enjoyed the closure to this story and hadn’t expected the story that we got with Tyke. Both he and Trip had been in the background mostly while Riff and Noel were larger than life, taking over most of the series (okay, so Riff was always the center of attention – that attention whore), but it was nice to get a chance to get to know these two characters outside of the realm of a tour bus.
So I say farewell to Black Falcon. The series that will always cross my mind when I hear faithfully play or I bite into an Oreo. It’s been nice knowing you boys, you’ll be missed.
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