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When Dylan’s band is offered a deal they can’t refuse, within a month they’re in LA, signing with Wallace & Wright Records.
Then Brooke walks in and changes everything. Not only does she work for the record label, but she’s also producing their debut album.
Like someone else pressed play on Brooke's future, she knew there was no rewinding, no take two. That was until Dylan came blaring back into her life at full volume.
He broke down her walls.
She ruined him for everyone else.
Desire and regret, passion and pain, their love wouldn’t stop consuming them.
Sometimes appearances can be deceiving.
This isn’t a love triangle, this is something different.
Then Brooke walks in and changes everything. Not only does she work for the record label, but she’s also producing their debut album.
Like someone else pressed play on Brooke's future, she knew there was no rewinding, no take two. That was until Dylan came blaring back into her life at full volume.
He broke down her walls.
She ruined him for everyone else.
Desire and regret, passion and pain, their love wouldn’t stop consuming them.
Sometimes appearances can be deceiving.
This isn’t a love triangle, this is something different.
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First published November 30, 2015
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August 20, 2016
The secrets weren’t mine, so I hid them.
My heart wasn’t supposed to fall, but it did.
The lies weren’t meant to hurt, so I told them.
Two men own my heart, but not all love is the same.
This isn’t a love triangle, it’s something different.
How could it be a love triangle when it started out with so much pain?
-Brooke
How much would you do to save a loved one? To help your best friend, who you have seen at his worst, who you’ve tried to help fix his broken self, what lengths won’t you go to to help him get away from that which had broken him to begin with???
“Love isn’t temperamental. There is no time limit or fine print at the bottom of the contract. There is no breaking even, no getting out while you’re ahead. Love is holding your end of the deal, even when you know it’s your heart that’ll be shattered in the end.”
After the cliffhanger of the previous book, I couldn’t wait to read Blur to find out why Brook left Dylan, why she would throw away the love they had found. And this book did not disappoint.
It’s a month since Brooke left Paris, left Dylan. She thought she would never see him again, he was determined that they would. And much to the shock of both, his band just signed with the record label she works for. The record label that belongs to the father of her best friend, who is also now her fiancé.
Dylan is heatbroken and devastated. Brooke doesn’t know what do to. She made a promise, but it’s costing her everything. Both are in pain, but they have to work together producing the band’s debut album. They have to pretend that there’s nothing between them. But desire, regret, pain, anger and love is consuming them both. Can these two ever have a happy ending?
She’s everything I want, but can’t have.
She’s the girl that should be mine, but isn’t.
I ADORE DYLAN BISETTE!!! He is one of the most perfect heroes I have ever read. His love for Brooke was not just lip service, he meant it with everything he was. And to say that Brooke’s actions hurt him in this book, would be a major understatement. But not once did he give up on what they could have, gave up on the hope that she would come back to him. I really wouldn’t have blamed him if he had tried to overcome his pain by having sex with other women, but he didn’t want anyone else but Brooke, and he stayed true to his feelings. Dylan Bisette has just become one of my favorite book boyfriends ever!!
And I’m not sure if I’ll ever be able to forgive myself for losing him.
I really liked Brooke in the first book, and in this book I wanted to shake some sense into her so many times. I wanted to despise her for hurting Dylan the way she did, but seeing in how much pain she was herself, just made me want to hug her. After finding out why she did what she did, I could understand and admire her loyalty and love for the people she cares about. I still think she should have handled it all differently, but if she did I wouldn’t have felt all the emotions that I did, so I’m glad things worked out the way they did.
I want everything with Brooke.
Music, love, marriage, fights, brilliant make-up sex, kids, the proverbial white-picket fence, I want every goddamn thing with this woman. If only I could find a way to get her to open her eyes and see she’s supposed to have that with me.
The romance was full of so much pain, longing, hope, heartbreak and passion. The emotions these two inspired had my heart leaping out of my chest, and I loved every second of it. There were some cheesy moments, but I loved them and how they balanced out all the hurt and sadness. Plus… I love cheese ;-)
I’ve hidden some of the most important parts of myself in fear of backlash, hate, and scrutiny.
I loved the deeper meaning of this book. The author touched on some very heavy issues, like the fact that no matter how much you love a person, you can’t fight their battles for them. You can give support, but making the decision to change, to fight for oneself can only be done by the individual. Also the prejudice of some people, the way they treat others that are different than them, are truly heartbreaking. We are all unique, different, and we shouldn’t be judged on our sexuality, our religion, race, looks or wealth. Everyone deserves to be free to be who they are, to love who they want.
“Brooke, don’t you know? I already fell in love, sweetheart.” Lips crest into a beaming, heartfelt smile. “I fell in love with the way you’ve loved me.”
I loved Brooke’s grandmother, and the way she still touched her granddaughters lives even from the grave. I am disappointed that we never learned why things didn’t work out with her and Christophe, the love of her life. I really wanted to know why they never had their HEA.
I loved the humor Dylan’s band members and Brooke’s friend Lindsay injected into the book. And I hope that this is not the end of this series, that all of them will get their own books in the future. I also enjoyed learning more about the music industry, about the life and workings of producers and musicians.
“Love often sneaks in a door you did not think was open, but True Love will not only sneak into that door. It will find a way to catch your heart and settle into your soul. Although, True Love has a way of slipping in at the most unexpected moments, it isn’t easy, and it must be fought for. Because once you find it, it can never be replaced.”
I loved this book even when I was frustrated with Brooke and her actions. The emotions in this book impacted me in a way no book has in a very long time. I am not a fan of angst, but this book has turned me into an angst addict. It had such an emotional sucker punch that it left me breathless. The more feels, the happier I was. I could not get enough of all the emotions this book made me feel. And that ending was just perfect!!!
For me this series was just fantastic. A swoon-worthy hero I loved completely, a heroine I wanted to throttle at times, but still liked and admired for her loyalty, plenty of emotions and a romance that consumed me. I will definitely be reading this again and again.
October 21, 2016
He broke down her walls.
She ruined him for everyone else.
Desire and regret, passion and pain, their love wouldn’t stop consuming them.
I was totally blown away by Forget, the 1st book in N.A. Alcorn's Changing Colors Duet.
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
I fell in love with the characters...Dylan Bissette & Brooke Sawyer and was pretty sad when she left Paris and went back home to LA. Would this be the end of these two together? Would Brooke throw something so special away......
I wanted more of these two together...and was beyond excited with the follow-up story come out!! Blur .........just as good as Forget!!
Dylan travels to LA to sign up a record deal and meets up with Brooke again, who he discovers will be the band's record producer.
This was a really special story. Friendship, loyalty, love,
- intense, emotional and with some humour thrown in.....
I'm driving through the hills of Laurel Canyon and birds are chirping like I'm in a goddamn Disney movie. Any minute, Cinderella is going to run in front of my car, and I swear on platinum albums, I'm not slowing down. Glass slipper and fairy godmother be damned, I'll run over the bitch.Great sense of place...the LA music setting was pretty awesome!!!
Dylan Bissette is my all-time favourite rock star!!!!
His feelings for Brooke are deep, sincere and intense....
This is a man who knows what he wants and goes all out....to get it!!!
One of my fav quotes:
"I know what you taste like," he whispers against my cheek. "I know what you sound like when you come." He releases one of my hands, gripping my chin and forcing me to look at him. "Tell me, Brooke. How do I forget that?" His lips hover over mine, too close. "How. Do. I. Forget. That?"
February 6, 2016
This book was so amazing! In the words of "Everybody Loves Raymond's" Frank Barone, "Holy Crap", this book was freakin' awesome!!!!
It's official!! I totally love rockstar romances!!!
I loved loved it! And Dylan Bissette is one of the most sexiest and sensual book boyfriends ever with his bright green eyes and seductive English accent. Oh, wow, not many can compete with him. This author's amazing ability to "wow" me and totally enthrall me with her awesome characters and storyline kept me so in tune to the story. She totally had my attention from page one of "Forget" all the way through to the last page of "Blur"! And, Brooke was one totally beautiful, but yet confused, heroine! Her story is poignant! Beyond uplifting! She fought with her inner self about doing the right thing when promised to another or following her own heart with the one that made her heart sing. Sometimes I did get frustrated with her back and forth of leading Dylan on, but I did forgive her when the whole truth comes to light. WOW! The grandmother, the sister, the best friend, the fiance', and the guys from the band...Where do I begin???? Please tell me that the other three band members will get books of their own!!!
Loved all the song references! The lyrics. The meaningful tattoos. And, especially the dirty talk that came with their passionate love making. Totally HOT and STEAMY! Also living in the concert mode was stellar! It just seemed all so real! Lilah Belle actually gets her with a sexy dynamic but yet sweet Rock God. Thumbs up, Little Wing!!!
It's official!! I totally love rockstar romances!!!
I loved loved it! And Dylan Bissette is one of the most sexiest and sensual book boyfriends ever with his bright green eyes and seductive English accent. Oh, wow, not many can compete with him. This author's amazing ability to "wow" me and totally enthrall me with her awesome characters and storyline kept me so in tune to the story. She totally had my attention from page one of "Forget" all the way through to the last page of "Blur"! And, Brooke was one totally beautiful, but yet confused, heroine! Her story is poignant! Beyond uplifting! She fought with her inner self about doing the right thing when promised to another or following her own heart with the one that made her heart sing. Sometimes I did get frustrated with her back and forth of leading Dylan on, but I did forgive her when the whole truth comes to light. WOW! The grandmother, the sister, the best friend, the fiance', and the guys from the band...Where do I begin???? Please tell me that the other three band members will get books of their own!!!
Loved all the song references! The lyrics. The meaningful tattoos. And, especially the dirty talk that came with their passionate love making. Totally HOT and STEAMY! Also living in the concert mode was stellar! It just seemed all so real! Lilah Belle actually gets her with a sexy dynamic but yet sweet Rock God. Thumbs up, Little Wing!!!
July 19, 2016
5+ Stars!
LOVED IT SO SO MUCH!!!!
I am harassing all my friends to immediately read this 2-book series! Please, please read them!
This second book had a totally different feel than Forget. With Forget, we got to see Dylan and Brooke meeting in Paris and having a whirlwind romance. Loved that!
With Blur, OMG, there was so much more angst, I was dying. With Brooke back in the states, she thinks she can move on with her life and keep Dylan as a beautiful memory. Guess again Brooke! Look who just arrived in town! And the rollercoaster ride begins!!!!!
READ THIS SERIES PEOPLE!!!!! NOW!!!!! I'M NOT LYING!
LOVED IT SO SO MUCH!!!!
I am harassing all my friends to immediately read this 2-book series! Please, please read them!
This second book had a totally different feel than Forget. With Forget, we got to see Dylan and Brooke meeting in Paris and having a whirlwind romance. Loved that!
With Blur, OMG, there was so much more angst, I was dying. With Brooke back in the states, she thinks she can move on with her life and keep Dylan as a beautiful memory. Guess again Brooke! Look who just arrived in town! And the rollercoaster ride begins!!!!!
READ THIS SERIES PEOPLE!!!!! NOW!!!!! I'M NOT LYING!
November 28, 2015
I can't lie. I was scared of this book—of reading it and it not living up to the amazing Forget, of having it tear my already battered heart to shreds. I was terrified. But I was equally desperate. I wanted needed to know what would happen to Bright Eyes and Little Wing. I needed N.A. Alcorn's unique blend of heartache, swoon and humor. I needed this story. And oh, what a story I got...
Picking up after the epic cliffhanger that damn near broke my brain, Blur follows Dylan and Brooke as they navigate a new aspect of their relationship. One where only Brooke knows all of her secrets, and Dylan merely knows that his Little Wing wasn't entirely honest with him...
And oh, God! How this book hurt—hurt so good. I'm typically one to read and read and read until I can't anymore, in pursuit of answers. But here, I just...couldn't. I had to stop repeatedly, to give my roiling emotions a break. To give my pounding heart a chance to recover a little before I subjected it to more. To wipe away the tears of heartbreak and laughter.
That strategy didn't really work though. Because not five minutes later, I'd be back to my kindle, typing in my password and preparing for more ups and downs with this amazing, perfect couple. And perfect they are. In fact, they're so perfect that I couldn't get angry at Brooke for her secrets. That I couldn't hate on Dylan for his words and actions. That I couldn't give up hope that they'd find their way. And I'm so glad I didn't. I wouldn't have wanted to miss a single second of this beautiful torture, from the ingenious articles that launch each chapter, to the spot-on music references that simply illustrate that this couple is meant to be, to the friendships and family relationships that define them.
I said to a friend when I was about two-thirds of the way through Blur that I couldn't fathom re-reading this book, willingly breaking my own heart again. But I lied. Or...I saw the light. I would absolutely read this story again. From Forget and its incredible love story and epic ending through Blur and all the words that brought me tears, shakes and laughter (yes, laughter—because Ms. Alcorn throws in some lighthearted, hilarious, bantery moments to soothe the feels that punctuate this tale), I would read this story as often as Brooke reads Memories of Suffocation. Because Bright Eyes and Little Wing... What can I say? I needed this book. NEEDED it. And you do too. ~ Beth, 6 #NoSleepTillBrookeDylan stars
~~~
I'm going to need a minute for my heart to recover from this. Ms. Alcorn left it hanging out on a ledge at the end of Forget, and then spent the vast majority of Blur jerking it back and forth like it was attached to some kind of bungee cord. It's a little battered and bruised, weary from the journey, but nearly bursting with happiness because fucking hell, this book was so good.
Blur begins one month after Paris. Brooke is trying to make peace with the decisions she's made when she learns that her record label has signed Dylan's band and, on top of that, made her the producer of their first album. How can she move on from Dylan when he's thrust mercilessly back into her life? And so it begins...
This book (this series) was a rollercoaster ride of epic proportions. Gut wrenching. Heartbreaking. Angsty. Then evened out by these periods of brilliant banter, adorable lighthearted moments, and scorching hot steamy times. At times I felt like I wasn't going to be able to cope with how the book was playing out, and then, five minutes later, I'd be stifling a giggle at some goofy dialogue. Brooke and Dylan were made for each other; they're the perfect halves to a whole beautiful being. It's not just physical chemistry (although there's certainly no lack of that), but there's this beautiful, tender friendship underneath everything.
It was frustrating waiting for the secrets to be revealed, and infuriating knowing how many people's lives were suffering because of them. When things came to a head, it was intense and heartbreaking—leaving me sniffling and breathless at how things played out. It was stunning. And then beautiful. And then wholly redemptive.
In the end, it was so worth the ride. The ending was like a balm to my raw and ragged heart. Blur was this perfect mixture of literally every single emotion I could possibly feel, all wrapped into this messy little ball that looks like love. I'm having a hard time saying goodbye to these characters I've come to love so hard. Is that weird? Only if you haven't read the book... ~ Shelly, 5 stars
Picking up after the epic cliffhanger that damn near broke my brain, Blur follows Dylan and Brooke as they navigate a new aspect of their relationship. One where only Brooke knows all of her secrets, and Dylan merely knows that his Little Wing wasn't entirely honest with him...
And oh, God! How this book hurt—hurt so good. I'm typically one to read and read and read until I can't anymore, in pursuit of answers. But here, I just...couldn't. I had to stop repeatedly, to give my roiling emotions a break. To give my pounding heart a chance to recover a little before I subjected it to more. To wipe away the tears of heartbreak and laughter.
That strategy didn't really work though. Because not five minutes later, I'd be back to my kindle, typing in my password and preparing for more ups and downs with this amazing, perfect couple. And perfect they are. In fact, they're so perfect that I couldn't get angry at Brooke for her secrets. That I couldn't hate on Dylan for his words and actions. That I couldn't give up hope that they'd find their way. And I'm so glad I didn't. I wouldn't have wanted to miss a single second of this beautiful torture, from the ingenious articles that launch each chapter, to the spot-on music references that simply illustrate that this couple is meant to be, to the friendships and family relationships that define them.
I said to a friend when I was about two-thirds of the way through Blur that I couldn't fathom re-reading this book, willingly breaking my own heart again. But I lied. Or...I saw the light. I would absolutely read this story again. From Forget and its incredible love story and epic ending through Blur and all the words that brought me tears, shakes and laughter (yes, laughter—because Ms. Alcorn throws in some lighthearted, hilarious, bantery moments to soothe the feels that punctuate this tale), I would read this story as often as Brooke reads Memories of Suffocation. Because Bright Eyes and Little Wing... What can I say? I needed this book. NEEDED it. And you do too. ~ Beth, 6 #NoSleepTillBrookeDylan stars
~~~
I'm going to need a minute for my heart to recover from this. Ms. Alcorn left it hanging out on a ledge at the end of Forget, and then spent the vast majority of Blur jerking it back and forth like it was attached to some kind of bungee cord. It's a little battered and bruised, weary from the journey, but nearly bursting with happiness because fucking hell, this book was so good.
Blur begins one month after Paris. Brooke is trying to make peace with the decisions she's made when she learns that her record label has signed Dylan's band and, on top of that, made her the producer of their first album. How can she move on from Dylan when he's thrust mercilessly back into her life? And so it begins...
This book (this series) was a rollercoaster ride of epic proportions. Gut wrenching. Heartbreaking. Angsty. Then evened out by these periods of brilliant banter, adorable lighthearted moments, and scorching hot steamy times. At times I felt like I wasn't going to be able to cope with how the book was playing out, and then, five minutes later, I'd be stifling a giggle at some goofy dialogue. Brooke and Dylan were made for each other; they're the perfect halves to a whole beautiful being. It's not just physical chemistry (although there's certainly no lack of that), but there's this beautiful, tender friendship underneath everything.
It was frustrating waiting for the secrets to be revealed, and infuriating knowing how many people's lives were suffering because of them. When things came to a head, it was intense and heartbreaking—leaving me sniffling and breathless at how things played out. It was stunning. And then beautiful. And then wholly redemptive.
In the end, it was so worth the ride. The ending was like a balm to my raw and ragged heart. Blur was this perfect mixture of literally every single emotion I could possibly feel, all wrapped into this messy little ball that looks like love. I'm having a hard time saying goodbye to these characters I've come to love so hard. Is that weird? Only if you haven't read the book... ~ Shelly, 5 stars
November 28, 2015
"To me, she's the person you wait a lifetime for. She's everything."
This books is heart smashing, heart crushing, and just perfect. Alcorn kills us with her angst, humor, and HEA. Brooke and Dylan are the most perfect rock and roll couple, fictional or otherwise. Easily my second favorite next to Johnny & June, because #JohnnyAndJune.
Alcorn brings humanity, humility, and humor to a story of star crossed lovers. I laughed. My eyes leaked. I'm not a crier, so that's saying something. My heart smiles for these amazing characters who feel so very real.
5 "Snowstorm" Stars
But seriously, Dylan Bissette says the most manly, sexy, and beautiful things. I'm in deep, desperate book love with him. He's officially sitting on the shelf as one of my top three book boyfriends.
*Arc in exchange for an HONEST review*
This books is heart smashing, heart crushing, and just perfect. Alcorn kills us with her angst, humor, and HEA. Brooke and Dylan are the most perfect rock and roll couple, fictional or otherwise. Easily my second favorite next to Johnny & June, because #JohnnyAndJune.
Alcorn brings humanity, humility, and humor to a story of star crossed lovers. I laughed. My eyes leaked. I'm not a crier, so that's saying something. My heart smiles for these amazing characters who feel so very real.
5 "Snowstorm" Stars
But seriously, Dylan Bissette says the most manly, sexy, and beautiful things. I'm in deep, desperate book love with him. He's officially sitting on the shelf as one of my top three book boyfriends.
*Arc in exchange for an HONEST review*
December 28, 2015
Dylan stole the show! I adored him!
This book is loaded with so many feels. I really enjoyed reading as the band rose to fame. What I didn't care for is Brooke's loyalty to Jamie. Don't get me wrong--I liked Jamie. But it still frustrated the hell out of me. And because everything took a while to be revealed, the story felt long-winded. However, the ending was perfect!
I really like this author's writing style. I would definitely read more from her. I'm giving this two book series 4 stars for the original storyline, emotional romance, my love for the music incorporated within the pages, and the super sexy rock star hero.
November 30, 2015
**ssshhhh I just spotted this book on my kindle..I have been waiting FOREVER and just in case it was a mistake..ssshhhh arc received from author (via GMB) for an honest review from us book hookers at http://www.facebook.com/twounrulygirls ** THANK YOU
Worth the wait! I adore these two characters SO much! The angst, friendship and fight for what they both needed was an amazing journey!
FULL REVIEW-----> Blur Review
Worth the wait! I adore these two characters SO much! The angst, friendship and fight for what they both needed was an amazing journey!
FULL REVIEW-----> Blur Review
January 30, 2016
I loved it. It was such a great ending for a sweet book. I can't say I felt angst or didn't guess the ending, but honestly, the sweetness and humor were so good, I didn't miss it. I just smiled and feel in love with the characters. That said, I want Jesse's book.
November 25, 2017
5 #nosleeptilbrookedylan stars!!
December 13, 2015
ARC provided for an honest review.
5+ Cockelgänger Stars
It's one month after Forget and Brooke is back in Los Angeles. She's running late to a meeting with a new band that Jamie's has been telling her about, at the record studio, where she works as a music producer. Jamie never told her the name of the band, which she realizes the moment she walks in that it's Dylan's band, Careless Cockups.
Unfortunately, Dylan has signed with Alistar Wallace, Jamie's father (who is a total prick), and Brooke's soon-to-be Father-in-law, to get to California to look for Brooke. But he's immediately crushed to find that the beautiful, wild and free girl he met in Paris is now engaged to someone else.
They spent most of the book going between not being able to keep their hands off each other, to trying to be friends. When Alistar makes the band and the producers, which includes Brooke, sign on for a reality show for publicity before the release of the album, it soon becomes clear to everyone watching the show that there is chemistry between the two of them. Rumors soon start that they are falling in love and having an affair.
Dylan nor any of his bandmates let on to anyone that they knew Brooke before meeting to make the album. Alistar suspects something is going on, but Jamie is easily convinced that it's just spin from how the show is shot.
As Dylan learns more about Brooke and her relationship with Jamie, he's even more convinced that something is going on that he doesn't understand. She doesn't respond to Jamie like she does with Dylan. And Jamie doesn't look at Brooke like someone he's madly in love with. They act more like friends who love each other than lovers. But his hurt is so profound that he can't see beyond it for any length of time.
Brooke is not only a talented producer, but she's also a talented singer, yet too shy and nervous to get out on stage without liquid courage. Singing with Dylan seems to be the only time she's comfortable performing publicly.
Soon things some to a head. Jamie, Ember and Lindsay become very worried for Brooke when she seems to go into a depression. Brooke can't see any way out of what she's gotten herself into and the loss of Dylan is so intense she stops interaction with her friends and family.
Will Brooke ever tell anyone what's really going on? What is really going on with her relationship with Jamie? Will Brooke and Dylan get their happily every after?
I loved every moment of it. Not as funny like the first book was in parts, but a very well told story. I want to live near Brooke and Dylan so I can know everything about them. When they have kids, when her album comes out, when they make music together... everything.
What Dylan does for her with that book is so beautiful. I cried reading the letter attached to it. You will know what I'm talking about when you read the book.
I hope there are more stories coming with the other members of the band as well as Brooke's friends. So we can at least get a little smattering of this couple in future installments.
I highly encourage others to read this series/author. I'm now going to find every other book she's read to check out. I'm now hooked.
5+ Cockelgänger Stars
It's one month after Forget and Brooke is back in Los Angeles. She's running late to a meeting with a new band that Jamie's has been telling her about, at the record studio, where she works as a music producer. Jamie never told her the name of the band, which she realizes the moment she walks in that it's Dylan's band, Careless Cockups.
Bright eyes is my brand of perfect ~Brooke
Unfortunately, Dylan has signed with Alistar Wallace, Jamie's father (who is a total prick), and Brooke's soon-to-be Father-in-law, to get to California to look for Brooke. But he's immediately crushed to find that the beautiful, wild and free girl he met in Paris is now engaged to someone else.
They spent most of the book going between not being able to keep their hands off each other, to trying to be friends. When Alistar makes the band and the producers, which includes Brooke, sign on for a reality show for publicity before the release of the album, it soon becomes clear to everyone watching the show that there is chemistry between the two of them. Rumors soon start that they are falling in love and having an affair.
I'm song-struck for Brooke. It's like love-struck, but more powerful. ~Dylan
Dylan nor any of his bandmates let on to anyone that they knew Brooke before meeting to make the album. Alistar suspects something is going on, but Jamie is easily convinced that it's just spin from how the show is shot.
As Dylan learns more about Brooke and her relationship with Jamie, he's even more convinced that something is going on that he doesn't understand. She doesn't respond to Jamie like she does with Dylan. And Jamie doesn't look at Brooke like someone he's madly in love with. They act more like friends who love each other than lovers. But his hurt is so profound that he can't see beyond it for any length of time.
Brooke is not only a talented producer, but she's also a talented singer, yet too shy and nervous to get out on stage without liquid courage. Singing with Dylan seems to be the only time she's comfortable performing publicly.
Soon things some to a head. Jamie, Ember and Lindsay become very worried for Brooke when she seems to go into a depression. Brooke can't see any way out of what she's gotten herself into and the loss of Dylan is so intense she stops interaction with her friends and family.
"What do you you want?" ~Brooke
"I want you. All day. Every day. All the bloody time. I. Just. Want. You" ~Dylan
Will Brooke ever tell anyone what's really going on? What is really going on with her relationship with Jamie? Will Brooke and Dylan get their happily every after?
I loved every moment of it. Not as funny like the first book was in parts, but a very well told story. I want to live near Brooke and Dylan so I can know everything about them. When they have kids, when her album comes out, when they make music together... everything.
What Dylan does for her with that book is so beautiful. I cried reading the letter attached to it. You will know what I'm talking about when you read the book.
I hope there are more stories coming with the other members of the band as well as Brooke's friends. So we can at least get a little smattering of this couple in future installments.
I highly encourage others to read this series/author. I'm now going to find every other book she's read to check out. I'm now hooked.
January 1, 2016
My goodness!! As I stated in my review for Forget, this book was AMAZING!! Hands down one of the best 'series' I had the pleasure of reading in 2015. I can't even really put this experience in words but I'm going to try a lil bit.
This was emotional. I'm not going to lie. If you don't like to have your stomach and/or your heart in knots, then this may not be the read for you. However, there is a HEA and I hope this will be enough to sway your mind into giving this a chance. I personally don't regret it, despite the fact that there were MANY times that I was extremely frustrated with Brooke's actions. She had so many secrets that stood in the way of her happiness with Dylan and they weren't even her secrets!! She was breaking both of their hearts for someone else!! And not in the way you think. There is a 'love triangle' but not in the way most might think. Honestly, you will probably figure out the truth in book 1 but the trouble is really with Brooke's big heart. There is nothing wrong with her heart but really... damn girl! She just needed to step out of her own way.
Dylan... Dylan... Dylan... He has made it into my FICTIONAL BOYFRIEND HALL OF FAME!! Yes he's that awesome!! The size of his heart, quite frankly, rivaled that of Brooke's. He was just so wonderful. I wanted to eat his deliciousness up! He loved Brooke sooooooo much and put up with soooooooo much. I'm just glad his love, patience, and forgiveness were rewarded in the end. But holy hell what this man's heart had to go through in order for love to prevail. He needs to be commended for just being so great!!
I can honestly say that anything this author wants to write I will read. Novel. Novella. Poem. Grocery list. I'm on that ish!!
This was emotional. I'm not going to lie. If you don't like to have your stomach and/or your heart in knots, then this may not be the read for you. However, there is a HEA and I hope this will be enough to sway your mind into giving this a chance. I personally don't regret it, despite the fact that there were MANY times that I was extremely frustrated with Brooke's actions. She had so many secrets that stood in the way of her happiness with Dylan and they weren't even her secrets!! She was breaking both of their hearts for someone else!! And not in the way you think. There is a 'love triangle' but not in the way most might think. Honestly, you will probably figure out the truth in book 1 but the trouble is really with Brooke's big heart. There is nothing wrong with her heart but really... damn girl! She just needed to step out of her own way.
Dylan... Dylan... Dylan... He has made it into my FICTIONAL BOYFRIEND HALL OF FAME!! Yes he's that awesome!! The size of his heart, quite frankly, rivaled that of Brooke's. He was just so wonderful. I wanted to eat his deliciousness up! He loved Brooke sooooooo much and put up with soooooooo much. I'm just glad his love, patience, and forgiveness were rewarded in the end. But holy hell what this man's heart had to go through in order for love to prevail. He needs to be commended for just being so great!!
I can honestly say that anything this author wants to write I will read. Novel. Novella. Poem. Grocery list. I'm on that ish!!
December 8, 2015
I am somewhat disappointed. I was hoping to get more of the sweetness and passion btwn Dylan and Brooke instead of the hate f*cking and harsh words exchanged btwn the 2 thruout the entire book. The big mystery regarding Jamie wasnt difficult to figure out. Yes, this ends with the way things should btwn these 2 but I was yearning for more happy times and it just didnt deliver. 3 *bummed* stars
August 23, 2018
3,5 ❤️❤️❤️❤️🌟s
It would have been perfect if it had at least 130 less pages.
It would have been perfect if it had at least 130 less pages.
February 5, 2016
Wow. This two book series was recommended to me on a blog I trust to never let me down and this book lived up to the hype. I think I loved this more than the first because the angst ramped up to a soul wrenching level. I loved the way the author used the songs to communicate parts of the story. Best rock romance for me since Thoughtless and just as angsty.
October 13, 2017
I decided to listen Hold Back The River from when Brooke sings it until the very end. Me? A mess. I want my Dylan!!!
November 30, 2015
4 Stars
This is the conclusion of the Changing Colors series.
Yes!!! This is the kind of book I wanted Forget to be!! I understand that Forget was to introduce the characters, but they just seemed incredibly superficial. Even more so after reading Blur!
It starts out with Dylan reeling from the news of Brooke being engaged to another man, who just happens to be the son of Alistair Wallace the CEO of the label he just signed with. Dylan is hurt and confused, after all that they had shared in Paris how could Brooke do this? To make matters even more uncomfortable, Brooke is in charge of producing Dylan's band's debut album. Add to that Alistair's idea to turn the album's production into a reality tv show, Dylan and Brooke have no choice but to put their broken hearts aside and work together.
My heart absolutely broke for Brooke in this book. I wish the author could have added some of this angst and emotion to the first book, because wow! Whereas in Forget, Brooke is mourning her grandmother's death, I never really felt a connection to her angst and emotion. In Blur you see a woman who has done nothing but take care of and protect those she loves, even putting her feelings, wants and desires to the back burner. You start to see her fall apart emotionally and it rips your heart out! When it all comes to a head between Dylan, Jamie and her it is absolutely gut wrenching!
I will say that there were a few things that I found a bit predictable (but that may be because I read too many books), but all and all this was a fantastic read! I really recommend this series!
~ Renee
This is the conclusion of the Changing Colors series.
Yes!!! This is the kind of book I wanted Forget to be!! I understand that Forget was to introduce the characters, but they just seemed incredibly superficial. Even more so after reading Blur!
It starts out with Dylan reeling from the news of Brooke being engaged to another man, who just happens to be the son of Alistair Wallace the CEO of the label he just signed with. Dylan is hurt and confused, after all that they had shared in Paris how could Brooke do this? To make matters even more uncomfortable, Brooke is in charge of producing Dylan's band's debut album. Add to that Alistair's idea to turn the album's production into a reality tv show, Dylan and Brooke have no choice but to put their broken hearts aside and work together.
My heart absolutely broke for Brooke in this book. I wish the author could have added some of this angst and emotion to the first book, because wow! Whereas in Forget, Brooke is mourning her grandmother's death, I never really felt a connection to her angst and emotion. In Blur you see a woman who has done nothing but take care of and protect those she loves, even putting her feelings, wants and desires to the back burner. You start to see her fall apart emotionally and it rips your heart out! When it all comes to a head between Dylan, Jamie and her it is absolutely gut wrenching!
I will say that there were a few things that I found a bit predictable (but that may be because I read too many books), but all and all this was a fantastic read! I really recommend this series!
~ Renee
May 19, 2016
This is the follow up to Forget and while I loved Forget this book was very disappointing to say the least. This was almost a DNF numerous times for me. If the first book was them meeting and falling in love, this book is all about her purposely keeping them apart to keep a promise to Jamie. Destroying Dylan in the process. They NEVER discuss the reason she left, he never asks for an explanation and she NEVER comes clean. Ridiculous and unrealistic to say the least!!! She is totally dishonest to everyone. This type of drama is so old in books. By the end you wish Dylan would just move on before the author wraps up everything with a nice neat little bow for a HEA (At the 95% point) when it could have been done mid book and then give us an actual story line, something actually worth reading. I really wish the first book would have been a standalone with the HEA.
This book picks up a month after Brooke had left Dylan in Paris. He arrives in LA at her record label with the band and finds out she is engaged to Jamie. In my review for Forget I mentioned I read it through Kindle unlimited and liked it so well I would purchase it. After reading this I will save my money. The book needs an editor for misplaced/misspelled words and Brooke seems to age 2 years in the "months" between the first book and this one. 1.5 Stars only because Dylan was such a great character. This is also not a love triangle as neither one of them are ever with anyone else.
This book picks up a month after Brooke had left Dylan in Paris. He arrives in LA at her record label with the band and finds out she is engaged to Jamie. In my review for Forget I mentioned I read it through Kindle unlimited and liked it so well I would purchase it. After reading this I will save my money. The book needs an editor for misplaced/misspelled words and Brooke seems to age 2 years in the "months" between the first book and this one. 1.5 Stars only because Dylan was such a great character. This is also not a love triangle as neither one of them are ever with anyone else.
November 27, 2015
This book was totally perfect! I loved it totally, compleately and utterly 100%!!!
It picks up from where 'Forget' ends and contines the story of Brooke and Dylan and the rest of the band with a flow so amazing that you feel that your actually there in the story with the characters!
Dylan is in shock over finding out that Brooke and Jamie are engaged and that Brooke is a producer at the band's new record company of which Jamie's father owns. He tries to mend his broken heart but he can't get over Brooke no matter how much he tries, he still loves her with all his heart!
Brooke is still hiding huge secrets regarding her relationship with Jamie of which she can't share with anyone. She loves Dylan with all her heart, which is slowly breaking as she and Dylan try to stay apart! No matter how much she loves Dylan, she has made a promise to Jamie that she will marry him!
With studio time to record an album and then a tour of the USA and Europe, they will be spending alot of time together!
Will Dylan get over Brooke and move on?
Will Brooke stay with Jamie?
What is the huge secret that Brooke and Jamie are hiding?
Will Brooke finally speak out and come clean about her true feelings?
Will Dylan and Brooke get their HEA together or will they go their seperate ways?
It picks up from where 'Forget' ends and contines the story of Brooke and Dylan and the rest of the band with a flow so amazing that you feel that your actually there in the story with the characters!
Dylan is in shock over finding out that Brooke and Jamie are engaged and that Brooke is a producer at the band's new record company of which Jamie's father owns. He tries to mend his broken heart but he can't get over Brooke no matter how much he tries, he still loves her with all his heart!
Brooke is still hiding huge secrets regarding her relationship with Jamie of which she can't share with anyone. She loves Dylan with all her heart, which is slowly breaking as she and Dylan try to stay apart! No matter how much she loves Dylan, she has made a promise to Jamie that she will marry him!
With studio time to record an album and then a tour of the USA and Europe, they will be spending alot of time together!
Will Dylan get over Brooke and move on?
Will Brooke stay with Jamie?
What is the huge secret that Brooke and Jamie are hiding?
Will Brooke finally speak out and come clean about her true feelings?
Will Dylan and Brooke get their HEA together or will they go their seperate ways?
November 30, 2015
This was definitely a one-sit read. I have been waiting to read Blur since I finished Forget; NA Alcorn did not disappoint.
Blur is set in the US, primarily in Los Angeles. I miss reading about Paris, the main setting of Forget. We get to meet the entire band that make up the Careless Cockups. They are more like family than just a band.
These characters are close to my heart. I have laughed and cried-- I have screamed out in frustration and sighed in relief. Each character has a story that moved me in a significant way. I was thrown off guard. I congratulate NA Alcorn for writing a book with truth and honesty at it's core.
Music is of course a heavy influence and I was introduced to several new acts. The cover for Forget has also been changed, which is an awesome decision. While I love the original cover, the new cover is more cohesive to the series. They are beautiful and I must have them in print, lol.
I encourage everyone to read this series. It is phenomenal and lovely, heartbreaking and an affirmation of love, all in one artistically explosive package.
Blur is set in the US, primarily in Los Angeles. I miss reading about Paris, the main setting of Forget. We get to meet the entire band that make up the Careless Cockups. They are more like family than just a band.
These characters are close to my heart. I have laughed and cried-- I have screamed out in frustration and sighed in relief. Each character has a story that moved me in a significant way. I was thrown off guard. I congratulate NA Alcorn for writing a book with truth and honesty at it's core.
Music is of course a heavy influence and I was introduced to several new acts. The cover for Forget has also been changed, which is an awesome decision. While I love the original cover, the new cover is more cohesive to the series. They are beautiful and I must have them in print, lol.
I encourage everyone to read this series. It is phenomenal and lovely, heartbreaking and an affirmation of love, all in one artistically explosive package.
December 15, 2015
**#Recommended for anyone who loves a rockstar romance with swoon worthy heroes and honest -to-god fierce, lively and amazing heroines with an untamable sass**
#Every once in a while I come across a story that completely consumes me,Takes hold of my heart and keeps it forever.
-Puts me through an emotional journey that feels like a roller-coaster ride giving me all the raw angst and feels, and every breathtaking moment in between!¡
-This book is heart warming, soul-wrenching, and just perfect!
-NA Alcorn brings compassion, guilt, regrets, tenderness, intimacy and humor to a story of star crossed lovers. I laughed. I blushed. I definitely swooned n maybe drooled a tad bit. I even bawled like a baby at some plot changes.. Ooh dear god this two-part series just over-whelmed me to an umpteenth degree.. My heart beams for these astounding characters who feel so very real to me and it's beguiling plot. ❤❤❤
#Every once in a while I come across a story that completely consumes me,Takes hold of my heart and keeps it forever.
-Puts me through an emotional journey that feels like a roller-coaster ride giving me all the raw angst and feels, and every breathtaking moment in between!¡
-This book is heart warming, soul-wrenching, and just perfect!
-NA Alcorn brings compassion, guilt, regrets, tenderness, intimacy and humor to a story of star crossed lovers. I laughed. I blushed. I definitely swooned n maybe drooled a tad bit. I even bawled like a baby at some plot changes.. Ooh dear god this two-part series just over-whelmed me to an umpteenth degree.. My heart beams for these astounding characters who feel so very real to me and it's beguiling plot. ❤❤❤
July 18, 2016
I loved this series, and Blur
did not disappoint.
Dylan was just as sweet, gorgeous,
loving, sexy and understanding
as ever and I could read about
him all day long.
Blur picks up right where Forget
leaves off. I loved how the
author's writing style made me
feel like I was in the book along
side of the characters.
The story had a Kellen/Keira feel
about it and I loved it. I hope the
author has plans for more books
in this series, I'd love to read
about Jessie!!
This could have been a 5 star read,
but me being the picky reader I am,
didn't like that parts of this were
a little slow, and the plot that I
predicted in "Forget" has been over
done. I just don't believe that
something like that would be the
catalyst to keep you away from the
awesome man you love!!!
I will read more by this author.
did not disappoint.
Dylan was just as sweet, gorgeous,
loving, sexy and understanding
as ever and I could read about
him all day long.
Blur picks up right where Forget
leaves off. I loved how the
author's writing style made me
feel like I was in the book along
side of the characters.
The story had a Kellen/Keira feel
about it and I loved it. I hope the
author has plans for more books
in this series, I'd love to read
about Jessie!!
This could have been a 5 star read,
but me being the picky reader I am,
didn't like that parts of this were
a little slow, and the plot that I
predicted in "Forget" has been over
done. I just don't believe that
something like that would be the
catalyst to keep you away from the
awesome man you love!!!
I will read more by this author.
December 13, 2015
I waited a couple of days before reading this after finishing Forget, and I'm happy I did so.
This book is frustration at its best (I guessed the big secret and I didn't understand why Brooke was so stupid), but it succeeded in keeping me interested.
I especially enjoyed how the story centered around music.
I smiled when a song I knew was mentioned and stopped reading to go listen the ones I didn't know.
Usually, you read many books about rockstars, but you never really read books about Music.
I think if you liked Sweet Thing by Reneé Carlino, you may like Forget and Blur.
I would have liked another chapter with Dylan and Brooke as a couple, but I'm hoping that we'll know more about them in the future. And about Ember. And Jesse and Lindsay. :D
This book is frustration at its best (I guessed the big secret and I didn't understand why Brooke was so stupid), but it succeeded in keeping me interested.
I especially enjoyed how the story centered around music.
I smiled when a song I knew was mentioned and stopped reading to go listen the ones I didn't know.
Usually, you read many books about rockstars, but you never really read books about Music.
I think if you liked Sweet Thing by Reneé Carlino, you may like Forget and Blur.
I would have liked another chapter with Dylan and Brooke as a couple, but I'm hoping that we'll know more about them in the future. And about Ember. And Jesse and Lindsay. :D
November 27, 2015
I was given an ARC in exchange for my honest review.
The conclusion to Forget left me in awe. This book is hands down one of my favorites of 2015!!!!! Brooke, Dylan, Ember, Jamie, Jesse and the rest of the band had me so wrapped up in this book. I felt like I was right there with them all! Blur has everything you could possibly want in a book; love, laughter, tears, sex, heartache... the list just keeps going. I don't like to post spoilers but I will say I LOVED the ending!!!! Seriously, if you're reading this review and you haven't read these 2 books, you need to! You will not be disappointed!! Absolutely bloody brilliant!! I can't wait to see what NA writes next!!!
The conclusion to Forget left me in awe. This book is hands down one of my favorites of 2015!!!!! Brooke, Dylan, Ember, Jamie, Jesse and the rest of the band had me so wrapped up in this book. I felt like I was right there with them all! Blur has everything you could possibly want in a book; love, laughter, tears, sex, heartache... the list just keeps going. I don't like to post spoilers but I will say I LOVED the ending!!!! Seriously, if you're reading this review and you haven't read these 2 books, you need to! You will not be disappointed!! Absolutely bloody brilliant!! I can't wait to see what NA writes next!!!
November 26, 2015
Folks you are in for a treat ! Blur starts right where Forget ended and may I just say it makes a huge entrance ! Brooke and Dylan are both in turmoil and man do I feel for this amazing duo. Blur has it all : angst , jealousy , secrets , lies , outside forces. I feel for these two big time , because the whole time the biggest emotion that is pouring out of both Brooke and Dylan is Love. This is a romance unlike any other and truly one of the best series of 2015 , I will come back to this one time and time again !
December 1, 2015
After the cliffhanger at the end of Forget, I couldn't wait to see what was going to happen with Dylan and Brooke. Their meeting in the states had quite the shocker effect for sure. Poor Dylan. Even with that between them, there is some serious chemistry that is still there as well. Brooke struggles with the promise she's made to another and the one she so wants to make with Dylan. I figured out the secret she was holding back before it actually came out and I loved the way it did. I really enjoyed their story.
I give Blur 4 hearts!
I give Blur 4 hearts!
July 24, 2017
I AM A MESS. Listen, there was a point where I could not stand Brooke. I knew she had her reasons and secrets but she was fucking with Dylan's head and hurting him when all he wanted was to love her. Dylan Bissette is the love of my life and he deserves the whole world. Also, it was probably a bad idea to listen to Hold back the river while Brooke was supposed to be playing that song for Dylan but I don't regret it at all. Instant favorite. I'm in serious need of a real life Careless Cockups and a Dylan Bissette for myself.
December 2, 2015
Holy freakin moly read this series. I loved it! This book continued from the first book and once again this novel grabbed me and would not let me go. Wow this was an awesome series. My only wish is that I could go back and read it slower and savor it more. I know I will be rereading both of these books. This author blows me away. Her novels just keep getting better and better. I know I will be looking to read her next novel, her novels just make me happy.
November 27, 2015
Lucky enough to get an ARC of this and I loved it!! Great follow on from book 1 and it was even better!
All we need now is more books from the other band members...pretty please N.A. Alcorn!
All we need now is more books from the other band members...pretty please N.A. Alcorn!
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