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Vibrato
Music is my life. Next week I’ll begin playing cello with the Boston Symphony, which isn’t exactly the kind of musical career I wanted, but my father might finally be proud of me, and I…well, I’ll have music.
I needed one wild night before I moved. Tattooed badass Dylan was in the right place at the right time.
It was supposed to be a blistering no-strings-attached night with a sexy stranger.
Turns out, he wasn’t completely honest about who he really is.
But I’ve got secrets too.
And the things we’re hiding from each other are explosive enough to burn our lives to ashes.
Vibrato is a scorching hot standalone novel, previously published as BADASS IN MY BED under a pen name.
I needed one wild night before I moved. Tattooed badass Dylan was in the right place at the right time.
It was supposed to be a blistering no-strings-attached night with a sexy stranger.
Turns out, he wasn’t completely honest about who he really is.
But I’ve got secrets too.
And the things we’re hiding from each other are explosive enough to burn our lives to ashes.
Vibrato is a scorching hot standalone novel, previously published as BADASS IN MY BED under a pen name.
298 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 19, 2017
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Tamara Mataya
13 books239 followersTamara Mataya is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, a librarian, and a musician with synesthesia. Armed with a name tag and a thin veneer of credibility, she takes great delight in recommending books and shushing people. She puts the 'she' in TWSS and the B in LGBTQIA+. She’s the co-creator of Pitchmas, a bi-annual pitch contest for writers, and as a freelance editor, has worked with NYT Bestselling authors.
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September 20, 2017
This one grabbed my attention from the get go, and I have to honestly say one of the best I've read this year.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
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February 22, 2019
I am so in love with this book! I’m not sure what I loved most about it – the story, the characters, or the writing… I’ll go with all of the above!
In this deliciously sexy story, I was sucked in right away and fell in love with the characters immediately. Rachel and Dylan are so opposite, yet they are absolutely perfect together. The author does a fabulous job at creating super-smokin’, red-hot chemistry between these two and you can actually feel their passion.
I was pulled into a world full of tension & drama - otherwise known as Rachel & Dylan's relationship - and I loved every minute of it. I totally devoured this book and thoroughly enjoyed the feels that came along with it. I loved these two together.
I applaud Ms. Mataya for her talent at writing delicious love scenes. During certain ones, the author succeeded in increasing my heart rate and possibly had me blushing. I swear I needed a cigarette after reading them...and I don't even smoke.
If you are looking for a sexy read that is well-written and will leave you very satisfied, read this!
In this deliciously sexy story, I was sucked in right away and fell in love with the characters immediately. Rachel and Dylan are so opposite, yet they are absolutely perfect together. The author does a fabulous job at creating super-smokin’, red-hot chemistry between these two and you can actually feel their passion.
I was pulled into a world full of tension & drama - otherwise known as Rachel & Dylan's relationship - and I loved every minute of it. I totally devoured this book and thoroughly enjoyed the feels that came along with it. I loved these two together.
I applaud Ms. Mataya for her talent at writing delicious love scenes. During certain ones, the author succeeded in increasing my heart rate and possibly had me blushing. I swear I needed a cigarette after reading them...and I don't even smoke.
If you are looking for a sexy read that is well-written and will leave you very satisfied, read this!
September 21, 2017
Mr. RIGHT NOW🐺
ARC received for an honest review
Rachel💋🎹, the uptight music🎶 major, has landed a job with the Boston Symphony as a cellist. Being in Chicago, that means she has to move. She and her friend go out to a bar for their last get together before her move. There aren't many people at the bar , but Rachel💋🎹 sees a tatted up man god🐺🍌🌋🔥 sitting alone, and she can't take her eyes off him. He's everything she isn't. He's wild🐺, free🔥, his dark sexuality🍌🌋 on display!
Dam, Girl! Just go for it! He's not your preppy idea of Mr. Right, but he's here Right Now!
Dylan🐺🍌🌋 is a spankster✋✋, a binder, he is a hot🔥 naaasssty, tatted⚓ up bad boy sex toy and he wants all of Rachel!💋🎹
YEHAW! Ride em Bareback🍌, Cowgirl!🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎
Loved this book! Yet, parts of it are heartbreaking. Rachel💋🎹 thinks she needs to leave everything in Chicago behind, including her amazing lust filled fling🔥 with Dylan🐺🍌🌋✋. Turns out he's just visiting Chicago, too. I almost cried, I choked up. It takes great writing skills to make it so real! I couldn't put this book down!
ARC received for an honest review
Rachel💋🎹, the uptight music🎶 major, has landed a job with the Boston Symphony as a cellist. Being in Chicago, that means she has to move. She and her friend go out to a bar for their last get together before her move. There aren't many people at the bar , but Rachel💋🎹 sees a tatted up man god🐺🍌🌋🔥 sitting alone, and she can't take her eyes off him. He's everything she isn't. He's wild🐺, free🔥, his dark sexuality🍌🌋 on display!
Dam, Girl! Just go for it! He's not your preppy idea of Mr. Right, but he's here Right Now!
Dylan🐺🍌🌋 is a spankster✋✋, a binder, he is a hot🔥 naaasssty, tatted⚓ up bad boy sex toy and he wants all of Rachel!💋🎹
YEHAW! Ride em Bareback🍌, Cowgirl!🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎
Loved this book! Yet, parts of it are heartbreaking. Rachel💋🎹 thinks she needs to leave everything in Chicago behind, including her amazing lust filled fling🔥 with Dylan🐺🍌🌋✋. Turns out he's just visiting Chicago, too. I almost cried, I choked up. It takes great writing skills to make it so real! I couldn't put this book down!
September 24, 2017
Well written story about Dylan and Rachel. I liked the story line and plot. This story caught me from the first to last chapter. I would have liked it to be written in dual POV to give it the last push to the 5-star review. It would have given the reader the opportunity to have the thoughts and feelings of both characters in more detail. There are lots of emotions and attraction between the main characters and I like the chemistry a lot.
A story that I can recommend if you like to read romance stories.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
A story that I can recommend if you like to read romance stories.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
September 7, 2017
I'm going to do my best to put my thoughts into words, even though I'm currently a frazzled mess of emotion as I bask in the afterglow of this book.
VIBRATO is an emotional ride from start to finish, and one I didn't want to get off. (Heehee.) From the very beginning we're introduced to how uptight Rachel is, but more important than her carefully refined nature, is how complacent she is in her life. It's as though life moves along on its predestined course and she's just a character, an instrument (no pun intended), completely powerless to change anything or make her own way. She does what is expected of her because that's all she's ever known. But she's incredibly relatable, even in her powerlessness, and possibly because of it. I think we all feel that at some point in our lives, that feeling that you're suspended in time, in someone else's ideals, their idea of what your life should look like. Or maybe even your own idea of what your life should look like, who you should be, how you should act. Because of this, I think readers will see themselves in Rachel, so when she starts to let loose, readers will feel that exhilaration, that freedom right along with her.
And, oooooh boy, freedom with Dylan is MAGICAL. If I had the chance to lose all my inhibitions with Dylan St. John, you can trust that there would be little to stop me! lol! He's everything I want in a male lead.
And their chemistry is OUT OF THIS WORLD.
I laughed. I cried. I blushed. I cried some more. This is one chaotic roller coaster of a story, and if you can handle them, Rachel and Dylan will give you more heat than you can imagine.
So strap in, sit back, and hold on tight.
VIBRATO is an emotional ride from start to finish, and one I didn't want to get off. (Heehee.) From the very beginning we're introduced to how uptight Rachel is, but more important than her carefully refined nature, is how complacent she is in her life. It's as though life moves along on its predestined course and she's just a character, an instrument (no pun intended), completely powerless to change anything or make her own way. She does what is expected of her because that's all she's ever known. But she's incredibly relatable, even in her powerlessness, and possibly because of it. I think we all feel that at some point in our lives, that feeling that you're suspended in time, in someone else's ideals, their idea of what your life should look like. Or maybe even your own idea of what your life should look like, who you should be, how you should act. Because of this, I think readers will see themselves in Rachel, so when she starts to let loose, readers will feel that exhilaration, that freedom right along with her.
And, oooooh boy, freedom with Dylan is MAGICAL. If I had the chance to lose all my inhibitions with Dylan St. John, you can trust that there would be little to stop me! lol! He's everything I want in a male lead.
And their chemistry is OUT OF THIS WORLD.
I laughed. I cried. I blushed. I cried some more. This is one chaotic roller coaster of a story, and if you can handle them, Rachel and Dylan will give you more heat than you can imagine.
So strap in, sit back, and hold on tight.
September 20, 2017
What a read !! I couldn't get enough of Rachel & Dylan, their banter, their conversations, their dirty talk, their melt me & melt the kindle steamy sensual hot scenes...WOW WOW....A read that kept me up throughout the night because I couldn't put it down and a read that had me stuffed up from my tears by the time I put it down.
A read about a good girl who is conservative and a bit of a music snob until she meets Dylan, the bad boy with tattoos who shows her that there is more to life than trying to please everyone else and that you don't have to sell your soul to be happy or get what you want. These two burned up the pages and tilted each other's worlds but it wasn't only that....the author did an amazing job of making me feel all the emotions, his anger when he thought she knew who he was and the hurt when he finds out her secret and then her anguish, turmoil and devastation when he attends the gala and finds out her secret and the aftermath of that event when the tears were flowing with her pain but at the same time wanting to shake and throttle her as well.
A read with a HEA that made me smile and melt again with his declaration and Rachel finally living her life for her and taking chances. Only thing missing was his POV, I would have loved to read even a chapter or two with what he was thinking and feeling at certain times but even with that one complaint from me I could not give it less than 5 stars as it's well deserved.
*I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book*
A read about a good girl who is conservative and a bit of a music snob until she meets Dylan, the bad boy with tattoos who shows her that there is more to life than trying to please everyone else and that you don't have to sell your soul to be happy or get what you want. These two burned up the pages and tilted each other's worlds but it wasn't only that....the author did an amazing job of making me feel all the emotions, his anger when he thought she knew who he was and the hurt when he finds out her secret and then her anguish, turmoil and devastation when he attends the gala and finds out her secret and the aftermath of that event when the tears were flowing with her pain but at the same time wanting to shake and throttle her as well.
A read with a HEA that made me smile and melt again with his declaration and Rachel finally living her life for her and taking chances. Only thing missing was his POV, I would have loved to read even a chapter or two with what he was thinking and feeling at certain times but even with that one complaint from me I could not give it less than 5 stars as it's well deserved.
*I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book*
September 19, 2017
Wow...what an insanely passionate love story! This book leaves you raw with tangled emotions, crazy ideas, and s love story that almost wasn't. Get ready for Upper Crust meets reality rockstars. Rachel--Ms snobby cellist--and Dylan--Mr Reality Rockstar Band front man--couldn't be more diametrically opposed on music and musicians. That all changes one night in Chicago.
I have to say, this book grabs you by the short hairs from the opening page, and you don't get to breathe again until you hit "The End." You're going to love to hate some of the characters; the ins and outs of the storyline will make you want to scream; but the HEA? So worth the wait! By the way, the sex in this book is so hot you're going to need oven mitts to hold you Kindle!! 🔥🔥 (I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book and could not put it down until finished!)
I have to say, this book grabs you by the short hairs from the opening page, and you don't get to breathe again until you hit "The End." You're going to love to hate some of the characters; the ins and outs of the storyline will make you want to scream; but the HEA? So worth the wait! By the way, the sex in this book is so hot you're going to need oven mitts to hold you Kindle!! 🔥🔥 (I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book and could not put it down until finished!)
September 17, 2017
This book is very well written and tells a gripping love story with excruciating intensity. All characters are exciting but protagonists are even more enthralling. Electrifying chemistry between Dylan and Rachel is palpable. The plot is fantastic and the execution is fabulous. Every premise rings true. There are no false notes in this story. Author's intimate understanding of music gives the story a dose of beautiful lyrical charm. I loved it and didn't want the book to end. This is the first book I read by Tamara Mataya and it won't be the last. I just found my new favorite author. Oh, and the title is so appropriate!
September 21, 2017
I received this book for a voluntary, completely honest and non incentivized review. This is my first book by Mataya and itnwont be my last. Thank you Savannah for the intro. I'll admit I was skeptical about this book. But after reading, it reminded me about that age old saying "never judge a book by its cover"... literally.
This book is beautiful. It's melodic and vivid. It's sexy and sweet. It's not cheesy or raunchy. It's refreshing to say the least. An awesome book that I highly recommend.
This book is beautiful. It's melodic and vivid. It's sexy and sweet. It's not cheesy or raunchy. It's refreshing to say the least. An awesome book that I highly recommend.
September 19, 2017
This was an extremely well written book with strong, complex characters. Emotions were all over the place and their chemistry was off the charts. Rachel and Dylan really had something special together and they were hot and sexy. No shortage of steam or sass. You'll laugh and you'll cry but you'll love this book. I received and read an advance copy and voluntarily chose to review it.
September 20, 2017
Gorgeous, sexy, and smart. Very smart... and VERY sexy. Sizzling.
I love sweet, uptight cellist Rachel--she's earnest and focused, and I ADORED sexy bad boy Dylan with his tattoos and unexpected arrivals. These two have so much chemistry.
It's a rollercoaster because both of them have secrets. Prepare for super-fast clicking and frequent panty changes!
A total FIVE-STAR must-read!!!!
I love sweet, uptight cellist Rachel--she's earnest and focused, and I ADORED sexy bad boy Dylan with his tattoos and unexpected arrivals. These two have so much chemistry.
It's a rollercoaster because both of them have secrets. Prepare for super-fast clicking and frequent panty changes!
A total FIVE-STAR must-read!!!!
September 24, 2017
This is my second Tamara Mataya book, and it DOES NOT disappoint! First, I couldn't put this book down---it's well written as you'd expect, and the story grabs you! Yes, it's smutty and delicious fun, but there's an emotional element to it as well. You are invested in their paths to happily ever after, and all their romp-tastic fun along the way!
September 21, 2017
I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC of this book....
Holy Cow!!!! This book is sizzling HOT! The plot was terrific. I was hooked from the very beginning! The story-line flowed smoothly throughout the book. Dylan and Rachel were explosive together. The chemistry between the two melted my Kindle! Their characters were well-developed and easily relatable. I could actually feel their emotions! I was left wanting more!!!!! I loved it so much I bought it!
Holy Cow!!!! This book is sizzling HOT! The plot was terrific. I was hooked from the very beginning! The story-line flowed smoothly throughout the book. Dylan and Rachel were explosive together. The chemistry between the two melted my Kindle! Their characters were well-developed and easily relatable. I could actually feel their emotions! I was left wanting more!!!!! I loved it so much I bought it!
January 11, 2018
Hi, newly minted Tamara Mataya fan here. Really enjoyed the chemistry between Rachel and Dylan, especially the music themed banter. (As a classically trained musician and former arts fundraiser I have to say I found many of the personalities familiar and well drawn.)
A fun and very sexy read!
A fun and very sexy read!
September 19, 2017
Another amazing book. I was blown away with the story, I could not put it down. Wonderfully written with strong characters. I want more.....I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
September 20, 2017
This book was amazing with wonderful characters and storyline. A fast read that you will enjoy and a different style of writing. I voluntarily received this book to review for my honest opinion.
September 22, 2017
This is a sexy and hot story by Tamara Mataya. This is the first time I read a book by this author but after reading this one, I am definitely on the lookout for more books to come. I voluntarily read an Advanced Reader's Copy of this book.
May 28, 2019
Not what I expected
The book started really good, but I kept skimming the pages & getting bored with having one female point of view. She thought too much & she signed this contract with “maestro” Blaine to married him for 5 yrs & have a child. That’s crazy... like who would do that. I just got bored & couldn’t wait to finish the story! Everything else was very predictable. Book is just “ok”
The book started really good, but I kept skimming the pages & getting bored with having one female point of view. She thought too much & she signed this contract with “maestro” Blaine to married him for 5 yrs & have a child. That’s crazy... like who would do that. I just got bored & couldn’t wait to finish the story! Everything else was very predictable. Book is just “ok”
October 12, 2017
Absolutely amazing!! I have to admit I was debating on reading this book but OMG I am so glad I did!
Dylan and Rachel's chemistry is off the charts. You will definitely be glued to this book as I finished it in one sitting. Hopefully, you will love Dylan as much as I do!
Can't wait to read another book from Tamara Mataya!!
Dylan and Rachel's chemistry is off the charts. You will definitely be glued to this book as I finished it in one sitting. Hopefully, you will love Dylan as much as I do!
Can't wait to read another book from Tamara Mataya!!
September 24, 2017
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book for my honest opinions.
This is my first book by Violet Paige and I did not regret it at all. It was fantastic. A cellist in the Boston Symphony and a rock star? Yummy! I got sucked in and stayed up way to late reading it.
There chemistry and love was felt in each sentence. The author did a good job with the storyline to keep you reading.
I enjoyed this book and I am looking forward to reading more books from this author.
This is my first book by Violet Paige and I did not regret it at all. It was fantastic. A cellist in the Boston Symphony and a rock star? Yummy! I got sucked in and stayed up way to late reading it.
There chemistry and love was felt in each sentence. The author did a good job with the storyline to keep you reading.
I enjoyed this book and I am looking forward to reading more books from this author.
November 12, 2017
Arc review For honest review. Rachel and Dylan meet her at a bar tonight before she leaves to go to the Massachusetts .Dylan is in a band that is popular to our beautiful together. awesome story
April 20, 2018
Ugh .. why is the heroine so snarky and angry and bitchy??? The book starts off with her arguing with law enforcement who's telling her she can't drive through a road block because of heavy rains, and she's whining b/c she has to get to her sister's wedding? Well, why didn't you leave a day or two earlier, you stupid bitch?? Ugh, just can't stand angry, entitled, think-she's-better-than-everyone-else heroines, but who are really TSTL. No, thanks.
April 7, 2019
Music...
This is a very well written book about love and love for music
You need to know this couple and their story.
This is a very well written book about love and love for music
You need to know this couple and their story.
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