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Seaside Pictures #3.7
Provoke
From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Rachel Van Dyken comes a new story in her Seaside Pictures series…
The music industry called me a savant at age sixteen when I uploaded my first video and gained instant fame. And then Drew Amherst of Adrenaline became my mentor, and my career took off.
Everything was great.
Until tragedy struck, and I wondered if I’d ever be able to perform again. I fought back, but all it took was a falling light to bring it all back to the fore. So, I walked away. Because I knew it wasn’t just stage fright. It was so much more.
The only problem?
Drew and the guys are counting on me. If I can’t combat the crippling anxiety threatening to kill me, I might lose more than I ever dreamed of.
Enter Piper Rayne, life coach, with her bullshit about empowerment, rainbows, and butterflies. She smiles all the damn time, and I'm ninety-nine percent sure there’s not a problem she can’t solve.
Until me.
She was given twenty-one days to fix me. To make me see what’s important. What’s real. The problem is, all I can see now is her. The sexy woman who pushes me. Provokes me.
Only time will tell if she’s able to do her job—and I can make her mine.
**Every 1001 Dark Nights novella is a standalone story. For new readers, it’s an introduction to an author’s world. And for fans, it’s a bonus book in the author’s series. We hope you'll enjoy each one as much as we do.**
The music industry called me a savant at age sixteen when I uploaded my first video and gained instant fame. And then Drew Amherst of Adrenaline became my mentor, and my career took off.
Everything was great.
Until tragedy struck, and I wondered if I’d ever be able to perform again. I fought back, but all it took was a falling light to bring it all back to the fore. So, I walked away. Because I knew it wasn’t just stage fright. It was so much more.
The only problem?
Drew and the guys are counting on me. If I can’t combat the crippling anxiety threatening to kill me, I might lose more than I ever dreamed of.
Enter Piper Rayne, life coach, with her bullshit about empowerment, rainbows, and butterflies. She smiles all the damn time, and I'm ninety-nine percent sure there’s not a problem she can’t solve.
Until me.
She was given twenty-one days to fix me. To make me see what’s important. What’s real. The problem is, all I can see now is her. The sexy woman who pushes me. Provokes me.
Only time will tell if she’s able to do her job—and I can make her mine.
**Every 1001 Dark Nights novella is a standalone story. For new readers, it’s an introduction to an author’s world. And for fans, it’s a bonus book in the author’s series. We hope you'll enjoy each one as much as we do.**
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First published April 14, 2020
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April 18, 2020
With “Provoke”, Rachel Van Dyken adds a poignant and sexy story about the healing power of love to her Seaside Pictures series.
Being a music genius put Branden in the spotlight at the ripe age of sixteen. He’s not only music smart, he’s also life savvy and waits until the perfect opportunity shows up at his doorstep to launch his career and fulfil his dreams until a horrendous incident occurred and now the anxiety and stage fright that has plagued him since is putting his band’s upcoming tour at risk.
His bandmates have a solution in the form of the very successful and professional Piper Rayne, life coach who has invaded his peaceful Seaside space with glitter and vision boards. She has three weeks to get him ready for the tour. Can she accomplish what no one else has been able to so far while Branden pushes back and temps her at every turn?
Rachel Van Dyken packs a big emotional punch in this novella which I read in a single sitting because I was hooked by Branden’s charisma right from the start, captivated by his story, and engrossed with the incredible banter between him and Piper which caused all the feels including smiles and laughs. I loved all the parts where the band was meddling in Branden and Piper’s lives just as much as all the incredibly flirty and sexy parts, because oh boy could Branden flirt! I fell for the sexy redhead from the get-go and loved every minute of his journey towards success and healing.
Provoke is novella #3.7 of the Seaside Pictures series by Rachel Van Dyken. It’s a standalone romance, told from both points of view with a happy ending.
* I was given an ARC of this book courtesy of the author via InkSlinger. The excerpts are from that copy. I am voluntarily reviewing this title. *
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Being a music genius put Branden in the spotlight at the ripe age of sixteen. He’s not only music smart, he’s also life savvy and waits until the perfect opportunity shows up at his doorstep to launch his career and fulfil his dreams until a horrendous incident occurred and now the anxiety and stage fright that has plagued him since is putting his band’s upcoming tour at risk.
His bandmates have a solution in the form of the very successful and professional Piper Rayne, life coach who has invaded his peaceful Seaside space with glitter and vision boards. She has three weeks to get him ready for the tour. Can she accomplish what no one else has been able to so far while Branden pushes back and temps her at every turn?
Rachel Van Dyken packs a big emotional punch in this novella which I read in a single sitting because I was hooked by Branden’s charisma right from the start, captivated by his story, and engrossed with the incredible banter between him and Piper which caused all the feels including smiles and laughs. I loved all the parts where the band was meddling in Branden and Piper’s lives just as much as all the incredibly flirty and sexy parts, because oh boy could Branden flirt! I fell for the sexy redhead from the get-go and loved every minute of his journey towards success and healing.
Provoke is novella #3.7 of the Seaside Pictures series by Rachel Van Dyken. It’s a standalone romance, told from both points of view with a happy ending.
* I was given an ARC of this book courtesy of the author via InkSlinger. The excerpts are from that copy. I am voluntarily reviewing this title. *
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April 14, 2020From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Rachel Van Dyken comes a new story in her Seaside Pictures series.
She was given twenty-one days to fix me. To make me see what’s important. What’s real. The problem is, all I can see now is her. The sexy woman who pushes me. Provokes me.
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She was given twenty-one days to fix me. To make me see what’s important. What’s real. The problem is, all I can see now is her. The sexy woman who pushes me. Provokes me.
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April 14, 2020From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Rachel Van Dyken comes a new story in her Seaside Pictures series.
She was given twenty-one days to fix me. To make me see what’s important. What’s real. The problem is, all I can see now is her. The sexy woman who pushes me. Provokes me.
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http://mybook.to/Provoke1001DNRVD
She was given twenty-one days to fix me. To make me see what’s important. What’s real. The problem is, all I can see now is her. The sexy woman who pushes me. Provokes me.
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May 12, 2020
Thank you Inkslinger for a complimentary copy. I voluntarily reviewed this book. All opinions expressed are my own.
Provoke
Seaside Pictures #3.7
By: Rachel Van Dyken
REVIEW ☆☆☆☆
I love the 1001 Dark Nights Collection of novellas, so I'm always glad to find a new one. My latest read is Provoke: Seaside Pictures #3.7 by Rachel Van Dyken. In this story, Braden is a rock star with a problem. A past incident has caused trauma and anxiety and is triggered by certain things. He can't perform on stage, and his band are depending on him. Enter life coach, Piper. She has twenty one days to get Braden stage ready for a tour. Can Piper perform this feat of transformation? Will Braden get out of his own way? I read this one quickly and found it pleasant and fun. Piper is a quirky vivacious character who leaps off the page with personality. Braden is more sympathetic, and I wanted to help him. They make an entertaining duo with humor, wit and snappy dialogue. I think Piper and Braden complement each other well and are adorable. This story has some serious aspects, but it read more like fun and charming to me. It's the perfect choice for a fast romcom style read with all the feels that will make you smile. It's a lovely story!
Provoke
Seaside Pictures #3.7
By: Rachel Van Dyken
REVIEW ☆☆☆☆
I love the 1001 Dark Nights Collection of novellas, so I'm always glad to find a new one. My latest read is Provoke: Seaside Pictures #3.7 by Rachel Van Dyken. In this story, Braden is a rock star with a problem. A past incident has caused trauma and anxiety and is triggered by certain things. He can't perform on stage, and his band are depending on him. Enter life coach, Piper. She has twenty one days to get Braden stage ready for a tour. Can Piper perform this feat of transformation? Will Braden get out of his own way? I read this one quickly and found it pleasant and fun. Piper is a quirky vivacious character who leaps off the page with personality. Braden is more sympathetic, and I wanted to help him. They make an entertaining duo with humor, wit and snappy dialogue. I think Piper and Braden complement each other well and are adorable. This story has some serious aspects, but it read more like fun and charming to me. It's the perfect choice for a fast romcom style read with all the feels that will make you smile. It's a lovely story!
April 14, 2020
This is the first time I am reading and reviewing Rachel van Dyken and I just came to know what an amazing author she is. The way she puts the words in her book is just really good. Provoke is the Novella and It can be read stand-alone.
This is the story of Branden who is one of the best music artists in the industry. He uploaded his first song on youtube when he was sixteen and he becomes the sensational artist of the music industry. Drew Armhest is the one person who not only shapes him as the artist but also becomes his best friend and they form the band.
Everything was going good but then a tragedy happens and then he became that person which he never was. Stage fright becomes one of his friends. He was not able to perform in front of people and this was not the end of problems a tour was coming in their way in which the band has to perform there is no other option.
Though every problem has a solution and this time Piper Rayne is the solution but the thing is she only has twenty-one days for that. This is not the challenge for Piper but for Branden as well, As he has to see that girl every day who can't stop smiling and this irritates him a lot.
Will Piper be able to make things work for Branden or will Branden be able to perform or not?
This is one of the best Novella I read and completely fall in love with the storyline. The Sense of humor in this book is just the next level. There were soo many laughing moments (like literally laughing). The side characters in this book were just something else (which was the band of Branden) like their friendship was Amazing, they were with him for good or for bad. This book is giving goals. Moreover, the connection between Piper and Branden was Sizzling hot. JUST LOVED IT. They are literally giving us #couplegoals ;-)
ARC was generously provided for an honest review.
This is the story of Branden who is one of the best music artists in the industry. He uploaded his first song on youtube when he was sixteen and he becomes the sensational artist of the music industry. Drew Armhest is the one person who not only shapes him as the artist but also becomes his best friend and they form the band.
Everything was going good but then a tragedy happens and then he became that person which he never was. Stage fright becomes one of his friends. He was not able to perform in front of people and this was not the end of problems a tour was coming in their way in which the band has to perform there is no other option.
Though every problem has a solution and this time Piper Rayne is the solution but the thing is she only has twenty-one days for that. This is not the challenge for Piper but for Branden as well, As he has to see that girl every day who can't stop smiling and this irritates him a lot.
Will Piper be able to make things work for Branden or will Branden be able to perform or not?
This is one of the best Novella I read and completely fall in love with the storyline. The Sense of humor in this book is just the next level. There were soo many laughing moments (like literally laughing). The side characters in this book were just something else (which was the band of Branden) like their friendship was Amazing, they were with him for good or for bad. This book is giving goals. Moreover, the connection between Piper and Branden was Sizzling hot. JUST LOVED IT. They are literally giving us #couplegoals ;-)
ARC was generously provided for an honest review.
April 13, 2020
This book was everything! it was so emotional and raw! I had tears for a good part of this incredible story, Miss Van Dyken delivers a powerful story about overcoming trauma, depression and finding love even if you weren't looking for it!
April 28, 2020
Rating~3.75 stars
I really enjoy Rachel Van Dyken's seaside series, I don't know something about the celebrity cast of characters, the atmosphere and the writing really works for me! So this wasn't any different.
Branden, at the young age of sixteen known for his youtube music videos gets signed on and his career takes off. Apart from dad leaving, his life and career had generally been pretty good. He loves his family, they are nice and shocker he gets along really well with his mother. All of this changed when an awful incident occurred at his concert. Unable to perform, deal with the guilt and the anxiety that came with the incident.
Piper Rayne, is a life coach hired by his company to help him out and get him on the road with AD2 for the tour. Piper has never been as attracted to anyone as she is to Branden which complicates her neat and orderly world.
Rachel Van Dyken did a good job showing us their developing connection, sweet mixed with sexy stuff. It isn't easy to make the reader invested and interested in the characters and their relationship but its done well here. I also liked the mix of humour and the Zane+Drewness that comes from them being them along with little bits of friends and family mixed in with more serious and slightly angsty bits of the books. I think part of what really worked with Provoke; apart from the writing, the pacing, are the characters. They are just so easy to connect with and love. I also really liked Piper and Branden together, they were really great together! Cute, sweet and teasing.
Quibbles: As generally with 1001 books, I wish the novella was longer and we had gotten more time to spend with the couple. Even then I think it would been nicer if the time limit with what Branden had to get ready for the tour was longer, it would have allowed for more believing the couple falling in love and getting to know each other but also the fact that Branden's trauma related to event got solved quickly. Trauma doesn't just go away that easily, especially cause it was stated he was already on therapy but this is fiction and I'm in a more forgiving mood I'll be letting it slide.
Overall, a great shot read for springtime with all the elements to keep a reader captivated till the end. Also loved the little epilogue!!
p.s Since 1001 dark nights are all about standalone from series that readers love, its a great one to dive into if you haven't read other seaside books or haven’t tired Rachel Van Dyken's books.
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I really enjoy Rachel Van Dyken's seaside series, I don't know something about the celebrity cast of characters, the atmosphere and the writing really works for me! So this wasn't any different.
Branden, at the young age of sixteen known for his youtube music videos gets signed on and his career takes off. Apart from dad leaving, his life and career had generally been pretty good. He loves his family, they are nice and shocker he gets along really well with his mother. All of this changed when an awful incident occurred at his concert. Unable to perform, deal with the guilt and the anxiety that came with the incident.
Piper Rayne, is a life coach hired by his company to help him out and get him on the road with AD2 for the tour. Piper has never been as attracted to anyone as she is to Branden which complicates her neat and orderly world.
Rachel Van Dyken did a good job showing us their developing connection, sweet mixed with sexy stuff. It isn't easy to make the reader invested and interested in the characters and their relationship but its done well here. I also liked the mix of humour and the Zane+Drewness that comes from them being them along with little bits of friends and family mixed in with more serious and slightly angsty bits of the books. I think part of what really worked with Provoke; apart from the writing, the pacing, are the characters. They are just so easy to connect with and love. I also really liked Piper and Branden together, they were really great together! Cute, sweet and teasing.
Quibbles: As generally with 1001 books, I wish the novella was longer and we had gotten more time to spend with the couple. Even then I think it would been nicer if the time limit with what Branden had to get ready for the tour was longer, it would have allowed for more believing the couple falling in love and getting to know each other but also the fact that Branden's trauma related to event got solved quickly. Trauma doesn't just go away that easily, especially cause it was stated he was already on therapy but this is fiction and I'm in a more forgiving mood I'll be letting it slide.
Overall, a great shot read for springtime with all the elements to keep a reader captivated till the end. Also loved the little epilogue!!
p.s Since 1001 dark nights are all about standalone from series that readers love, its a great one to dive into if you haven't read other seaside books or haven’t tired Rachel Van Dyken's books.
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April 12, 2020
Provoke is part of the Seaside Pictures series by Rachel Van Dyken but is a true standalone novella in the 1001 Dark Nights world. Now, Rachel ranks just under Nora Roberts on my most favorite author list (Nora’s #1 in case you didn’t figure that out), so of course, I recommend all of the Seaside Pictures books if you’re up for a full series binge. Actually, if you’re not an essential worker and have more time on your hands than you ever wanted right now, Seaside and Seaside Pictures are romantic, yet hilarious, and will brighten these crazy days of quarantine, shelter-in-place, and social isolation.
But about Provoke…. Braden is a musical savant whose career was at its height when tragedy struck. Convinced he’s recovered, he resumed performing on stage only to have a freak accident make him realize that emotionally, he’s far from recovered. In comes Piper. Life coach extraordinaire. She has three weeks to get him stage-ready. With chemistry that’s truly explosive, will they both survive?
NICUnurse’s Rating: The plot of Provoke really hit home with me because even though at the time the Vegas mass shooting happened, I no longer lived there, that town was home for me for many years, and so many of my close friends–those that are more like family–still live there. So, I connected to the story in a pretty emotionally deep way. But funny how life works sometimes. The message in the story–using brokenness to help others heal along with us, moving forward after tragedy as survivors and not victims and despite very real fear–is just as timely in our world today. And when I read these words, I couldn’t stop the tears:
“Maybe there was no explanation for why bad things happened. But thank God we had good people on this planet to help us get through it. Those who loved us through our pain and told us it was okay to be scared.”
See what I mean? Totally rings true in our world right now. Whew! Even with all the heavy, Provoke brought me to tears of laughter with the witty banter that we all love about Rachel Van Dyken’s books. And the texting! Wouldn’t be the same without the group texts! Yeah…plenty of LOL moments to help get you through the heavy. Needless to say, Rachel packed a huge amount of emotion, along with plenty of fun, into one short novella. I doubt by now that you’re surprised that:
I give Provoke by Rachel Van Dyken 5 out of 5 stars!
But about Provoke…. Braden is a musical savant whose career was at its height when tragedy struck. Convinced he’s recovered, he resumed performing on stage only to have a freak accident make him realize that emotionally, he’s far from recovered. In comes Piper. Life coach extraordinaire. She has three weeks to get him stage-ready. With chemistry that’s truly explosive, will they both survive?
NICUnurse’s Rating: The plot of Provoke really hit home with me because even though at the time the Vegas mass shooting happened, I no longer lived there, that town was home for me for many years, and so many of my close friends–those that are more like family–still live there. So, I connected to the story in a pretty emotionally deep way. But funny how life works sometimes. The message in the story–using brokenness to help others heal along with us, moving forward after tragedy as survivors and not victims and despite very real fear–is just as timely in our world today. And when I read these words, I couldn’t stop the tears:
“Maybe there was no explanation for why bad things happened. But thank God we had good people on this planet to help us get through it. Those who loved us through our pain and told us it was okay to be scared.”
See what I mean? Totally rings true in our world right now. Whew! Even with all the heavy, Provoke brought me to tears of laughter with the witty banter that we all love about Rachel Van Dyken’s books. And the texting! Wouldn’t be the same without the group texts! Yeah…plenty of LOL moments to help get you through the heavy. Needless to say, Rachel packed a huge amount of emotion, along with plenty of fun, into one short novella. I doubt by now that you’re surprised that:
I give Provoke by Rachel Van Dyken 5 out of 5 stars!
April 20, 2020
I'm going to be really honest, I haven't read any of the Seaside novels so I had NO idea what to expect. I know that I've read plenty of her books, so I was excited to jump in.
Now, this story showcases the power of love to heal a broken soul. Braden has been on top of the music world then tragedy strikes and he feels completely to blame. Enter Piper, professional fixer. She's delivered by the band to get Braden back in working order to tour again. Sometimes you need to be provoked to face the music and heal your broken soul.
Now that I devoured this book, I'm going to have to go back and read the rest of the seaside novels!
~Paige💜
Now, this story showcases the power of love to heal a broken soul. Braden has been on top of the music world then tragedy strikes and he feels completely to blame. Enter Piper, professional fixer. She's delivered by the band to get Braden back in working order to tour again. Sometimes you need to be provoked to face the music and heal your broken soul.
Now that I devoured this book, I'm going to have to go back and read the rest of the seaside novels!
~Paige💜
April 14, 2020
All the feels, just every single one in this beautiful and important book. Braden and Piper’s story is about more than romantic love, and it is just simply special.
April 8, 2020
The two main characters are completely new to the Seaside series. However don't despair if you are fan of the other books. All the secondary characters are our beloved favorites. Even with some classic group text situations.
This was a shorter novella for the series, but the heart and heat were still there. It could be read as a stand alone if you are new to the series, but you do get more out of it if you had read the other ones.
This was a shorter novella for the series, but the heart and heat were still there. It could be read as a stand alone if you are new to the series, but you do get more out of it if you had read the other ones.
April 14, 2020
Emotional Seaside Pictures book, Braden Cooper was a Rock phenom at an early age but when tragedy strikes at one his concerts his frozen - can't perform and can't move on.
His management company brings in life coach Piper Rayne to get him ready for his world tour in 21 days.
Amidst the humor and pain the work together to try to "fix" Braden not knowing if it will even work.
You Rock Rachel its fantastic.
His management company brings in life coach Piper Rayne to get him ready for his world tour in 21 days.
Amidst the humor and pain the work together to try to "fix" Braden not knowing if it will even work.
You Rock Rachel its fantastic.
August 24, 2021
3 STARS ☆
Provoke is 16 chapters + prologue & epilogue novella that is just shy of 120 pages. This novella is told in dual perspective — Braden & Piper POV. Lastly, it can be read as a standalone as it is intended to introduce readers to this world.
MAIN CHARACTERS OVERVIEW
➵ Piper Rayne = main heroine (h), 27-years-old, life coach, just recently out of a bad relationship
➵ Braden Connor = main hero (H), 24-years-old, singer-song writer, has a good support system around him
STORY PLOT
This novella includes:
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✨ Why did it get 3 stars? ✨
The dialogue during the intimate scenes seemed 🔸️ HIGHLY UNREALISTIC.🔸️The inner monologue during these scenes was not better... Basically, how these scenes were written out were cringe worthy at times.
Provoke is 16 chapters + prologue & epilogue novella that is just shy of 120 pages. This novella is told in dual perspective — Braden & Piper POV. Lastly, it can be read as a standalone as it is intended to introduce readers to this world.
MAIN CHARACTERS OVERVIEW
➵ Piper Rayne = main heroine (h), 27-years-old, life coach, just recently out of a bad relationship
➵ Braden Connor = main hero (H), 24-years-old, singer-song writer, has a good support system around him
STORY PLOT
↳ Braden Connor (H) is coping the best he can from the aftermath of a shooting that happened at his concert. Unfortunately, time is running out before he is in breach of his contract, so his friends in the industry who will be touring with him again set him up with a life coach - Piper Rayne (h). Basically, Piper has 21 days to encourage Braden to overcome his fear to perform again and ultimately find his best self in all aspects of life.
This novella includes:
✓ Life coach x rock star pairing
✓ Tropes: forced proximity, instant attraction to instalove
✓ Foreshadowing to Drew's story which piqued my interest with the forbidden romance vibes/single parent x rock star pairing
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➟ Favorite moment: 💕 Creating vision boards. 💕
➟ Steam factor: low // sexual tension > intimacy.
➟ Character Development: alright. For a novella, the development was not bad. As a reader, you got to see both characters struggle with aspects of their life and overcome them together.
➟ Secondary Characters: LIKED.
➟ Romance: instant but it was not terribly done. Although instalust and instalove are the vain of my reading experience, I actually liked how this one was written.
➟ Recommend: yes
✨ Why did it get 3 stars? ✨
The dialogue during the intimate scenes seemed 🔸️ HIGHLY UNREALISTIC.🔸️The inner monologue during these scenes was not better... Basically, how these scenes were written out were cringe worthy at times.
Ex. - "Watching her climax was so much better than Netflix"
April 13, 2020
Braden Connor is a hot young rock star, who is having trouble after something terrible that happened.
Piper Rayne is a young and beautiful life coach. Who gets hired by Braden’s friends to see if she can help him.
What neither of them realized was how they would actually help each other.
I love visiting Seaside Oregon with the lovable rock stars. They never seem to disappoint and that was exactly the case with Provoke.
A wonderful romance about love and healing. That even though it has serious tones throughout it, it will have you laughing, and make you feel good. It helps remind us that sometimes even when bad things happen, we can use it to inspire us and maybe help others. This was an awesome book, I would highly recommend!!
Piper Rayne is a young and beautiful life coach. Who gets hired by Braden’s friends to see if she can help him.
What neither of them realized was how they would actually help each other.
I love visiting Seaside Oregon with the lovable rock stars. They never seem to disappoint and that was exactly the case with Provoke.
A wonderful romance about love and healing. That even though it has serious tones throughout it, it will have you laughing, and make you feel good. It helps remind us that sometimes even when bad things happen, we can use it to inspire us and maybe help others. This was an awesome book, I would highly recommend!!
April 11, 2020
This book literally ripped me apart... in a good way. But so heartbreakingly too. Braden is a rock god. Taken under wing at the age of nineteen by famous rockstar Drew Amherst of Adrenaline. From there, his career took off. He had it all - until tragedy struck. He tried fighting back and getting back on stage but a falling light was all it took for him to fall back completely. After being told that if he doesn't go on tour he could be in breach of contract, his anxiety threatens to kill him. So what is your only other option? For your friend's to hire a Life Coach to stay and work with you until the day before tour starts. Piper is not the sort to take your bullshit with ease. She's good at what she does and she takes it seriously. But that was all before she met Braden. Suddenly, making him see what was real and what was important became all too real because he became what was real and important to her as well. He was more than another client. He became her everything.
Can she fix him? Can she heal him? Will it work?
Seriously..... this book had me in tears. The struggles that Braden had to go through in this book was absolutely heart wrenching! It's been a while since I cried during a book - actually... I think the last book I cried through was another book by Rachel. (Thanks for that! lol) Rachel writes some amazing stories that can hit so close to home for people that it's hard not to read it like it were a true story because for some - these stories could be more truth than anything. The depression people go through is not something to take lightly and the power of love is truly something unreal. Braden and Piper's story is wonderful. It's sad. It's loving. It's unbelievable and it's incredible.
This story is definitely one that I think everyone should read. It doesn't matter if you've never read a single Seaside book yet or if you read them all. You need to read Provoke because you won't be whole until you do. I always think Rachel can never top her previous books i've read but this one is by far my favourite so far for so many reasons.
Can she fix him? Can she heal him? Will it work?
Seriously..... this book had me in tears. The struggles that Braden had to go through in this book was absolutely heart wrenching! It's been a while since I cried during a book - actually... I think the last book I cried through was another book by Rachel. (Thanks for that! lol) Rachel writes some amazing stories that can hit so close to home for people that it's hard not to read it like it were a true story because for some - these stories could be more truth than anything. The depression people go through is not something to take lightly and the power of love is truly something unreal. Braden and Piper's story is wonderful. It's sad. It's loving. It's unbelievable and it's incredible.
This story is definitely one that I think everyone should read. It doesn't matter if you've never read a single Seaside book yet or if you read them all. You need to read Provoke because you won't be whole until you do. I always think Rachel can never top her previous books i've read but this one is by far my favourite so far for so many reasons.
April 11, 2020
Provoke is a Seaside Pictures novella by Rachel Van Dyken. It can be read as standalone! I am behind on the series but that was totally fine since these are two new characters. You do not need to read any of the other books but you will want to after you finish reading Braden and Piper’s story.
Tragedy struck one year ago. Braden thought he was doing fine until a trigger came out of nowhere and he ran. Literally, then flew to Seaside to his beach house. He had sixty days to get it together and time was slipping. Then entered Piper Rayne, Life Coach. He didn’t want her there but it was her or nothing. He couldn’t lose his music career. It was all he felt he had left.
Piper had three weeks. Twenty-one days to get Braden back on stage. He definitely wasn’t what she expected out of a twenty-four year old rock god. He was more. Now, if only he would listen to her instead of making fun of her pantsuits. She was determined to show him that he could do anything. Even if that meant letting go.
Awe!!! I loved it. I have read a few books from the series and I think Braden might be my favorite band member. He is more than just a sexy rock star with abs for days. He is beautifully complicated. A shameless flirt. A man after my own heart. And truly, he has a heart of gold. And Piper, love her. She is smart, determined, beautiful, and funny. Together, their banter is epic. Their connection is true. I just loved everything about their story. It’s not an easy one but an important one.
Quotes:
“I’m not making a friggin’ vision board.”
“Stop being difficult.” She rolled her eyes. “Plus, if you’re a good boy, I’ll even let you use glitter.”
“That’s beautiful.”
“You’re beautiful.” He winked.
I just rolled my eyes. “Flirting with your coach gets you an F.”
He cackled out a dark laugh. “Are you saying you want to F me?”
It was like writing the perfect song, the way her body played for me.
Tragedy struck one year ago. Braden thought he was doing fine until a trigger came out of nowhere and he ran. Literally, then flew to Seaside to his beach house. He had sixty days to get it together and time was slipping. Then entered Piper Rayne, Life Coach. He didn’t want her there but it was her or nothing. He couldn’t lose his music career. It was all he felt he had left.
Piper had three weeks. Twenty-one days to get Braden back on stage. He definitely wasn’t what she expected out of a twenty-four year old rock god. He was more. Now, if only he would listen to her instead of making fun of her pantsuits. She was determined to show him that he could do anything. Even if that meant letting go.
Awe!!! I loved it. I have read a few books from the series and I think Braden might be my favorite band member. He is more than just a sexy rock star with abs for days. He is beautifully complicated. A shameless flirt. A man after my own heart. And truly, he has a heart of gold. And Piper, love her. She is smart, determined, beautiful, and funny. Together, their banter is epic. Their connection is true. I just loved everything about their story. It’s not an easy one but an important one.
Quotes:
“I’m not making a friggin’ vision board.”
“Stop being difficult.” She rolled her eyes. “Plus, if you’re a good boy, I’ll even let you use glitter.”
“That’s beautiful.”
“You’re beautiful.” He winked.
I just rolled my eyes. “Flirting with your coach gets you an F.”
He cackled out a dark laugh. “Are you saying you want to F me?”
It was like writing the perfect song, the way her body played for me.
April 21, 2020
J'ai un peu découvert la série "Seaside Pictures" de Rachel Van Dyken en VO par hasard alors que les trois premiers romans ont été traduits en France (je ne l'ai su qu'après) chez Milady, c'est avec la novella "All stars fall" que j'ai succombé à cette série et depuis, je suis ^^ je les lis en VO (bon, faudrait aussi que j'arrive à trouver le temps de lire la première série dont est dérivée celle-ci "Seaside" mais le temps, mes amis... ) Donc, ici, on retrouve tous les musiciens et acteurs rencontrés dans les tomes précédents et lors du prologue, nous découvrons Braden, un jeune musicien et compositeur talentueux qui reçoit, alors qu'il est chez lui, la visite de Drew Amhurst, le leader du groupe à succès "Adredaline", venu le recruter et lui proposer de s'associer avec eux. Le succès sera au rendez-vous... malheureusement, quand débute le chapitre 1 qui se déroule 5 ans après, on le découvre toujours en compagnie de ses amis, sur scène mais malheureusement on comprend qu'il s'est passé quelque chose de grave puisqu'il n'arrive plus à jouer sur scène... depuis l'Incident! Quel est donc cet "incident" dont on parle? un euphémisme qui va désigner un événement tragique qui s'est produit des mois auparavant et qui a créé un blocage chez le jeune homme. Ses amis musiciens avec qui il doit se produire pour une tournée décident de lui envoyer un coach de vie (pas un psy, ça ne marche pas) pour essayer de l'aider à rejouer sur scène et il s'agit de notre héroïne Piper : la jeune femme va alors s'installer chez lui et évidemment, l'attirance est là ! mais elle a une mission : l'aider à aller mieux. Elle ne doit donc pas franchir cette ligne interdite (ne pas avoir de liaison avec un client) : va-t-elle y arriver? Arrivera-t-elle à aider Braden à dépasser son traumatisme et redevenir le musicien génial qu'il était?? Vous le saurez en lisant cette excellente novella...
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April 12, 2020
Provoke by Rachel Van Dyken is a novella set in Seaside, Oregon. The story revolves around Braden a sexy, sweet but troubled rockstar and Piper his life coach. Braden has lost his ability to write songs or perform on stage. His mind can’t get passed a traumatic experience that continues to hold him hostage. Braden blames himself for something that was beyond his control and not his fault.
I absolutely loved the chemistry between Braden and Piper and how she slowly pulled him out of his self imposed isolation. Rachel wrote this story with so much emotion, equal parts undeserved pain, regret and guilt. My heart broke for Braden and cheered for Piper as she slowly helped him fight his anxieties and breathed life back into him! This book was a roller coaster ride of emotions and Rachel had me hanging on as the story flew around each curve revealing unexpected twists and turns!
I highly recommend this book to anyone that loves a great Rockstar romance, Rachel’s unique Seaside setting and meeting new friends and seeing old ones too!
I absolutely loved the chemistry between Braden and Piper and how she slowly pulled him out of his self imposed isolation. Rachel wrote this story with so much emotion, equal parts undeserved pain, regret and guilt. My heart broke for Braden and cheered for Piper as she slowly helped him fight his anxieties and breathed life back into him! This book was a roller coaster ride of emotions and Rachel had me hanging on as the story flew around each curve revealing unexpected twists and turns!
I highly recommend this book to anyone that loves a great Rockstar romance, Rachel’s unique Seaside setting and meeting new friends and seeing old ones too!
April 10, 2020
Going back to Seaside, Oregon is like going home! I love this little seaside town and all of it's inhabitants. There is always so much to love.
Braden has been through a horrible incident and he's suffering and in turn so is his craft. Due to go on tour and not anywhere near where he needs to be to do so, his friends enlist a life coach to come in to help.
Piper has been doing the life coach thing for quite some time and she's worked with a lot of different celebrity types, so she's not only good at her job, but she's discreet as well.
It's clear from the outset that both Braden and Piper are attracted to the other, but there is reason to keep things professional. The question is, is that possible?!
I really enjoyed these two characters and the story as a whole. They were good people who both had been through different things in life and their connection was genuine. It was a story about friendship, forgiveness and moving on even when it's difficult. I laughed out loud at times and it was also great to see some familiar faces as well.
Kudos to RVD for another fantastic book!
Braden has been through a horrible incident and he's suffering and in turn so is his craft. Due to go on tour and not anywhere near where he needs to be to do so, his friends enlist a life coach to come in to help.
Piper has been doing the life coach thing for quite some time and she's worked with a lot of different celebrity types, so she's not only good at her job, but she's discreet as well.
It's clear from the outset that both Braden and Piper are attracted to the other, but there is reason to keep things professional. The question is, is that possible?!
I really enjoyed these two characters and the story as a whole. They were good people who both had been through different things in life and their connection was genuine. It was a story about friendship, forgiveness and moving on even when it's difficult. I laughed out loud at times and it was also great to see some familiar faces as well.
Kudos to RVD for another fantastic book!
May 1, 2020
5* read.
I always love this authors work, her mafia series and the seaside series been some of my favourite books ever so I couldn't wait to get stuck into this one.
This is such a raw emotional read I was immediantly hooked from the first chapter. Braden has been through so much and is really rocked by an incident that happened at one of his concerts. That's when life couch Piper is brought in to try and help him so that he can go back on tour in a few months. You can tell straight away theres some major attraction and chemistry between the two, but will they give in to it or keep it strictly professional? You'll have to read it to fins out.
I love the seaside series so to get a extra novella set in the same setting with some familiar faces was great. A quick emotional addictive read I can't wait for more from this author.
I always love this authors work, her mafia series and the seaside series been some of my favourite books ever so I couldn't wait to get stuck into this one.
This is such a raw emotional read I was immediantly hooked from the first chapter. Braden has been through so much and is really rocked by an incident that happened at one of his concerts. That's when life couch Piper is brought in to try and help him so that he can go back on tour in a few months. You can tell straight away theres some major attraction and chemistry between the two, but will they give in to it or keep it strictly professional? You'll have to read it to fins out.
I love the seaside series so to get a extra novella set in the same setting with some familiar faces was great. A quick emotional addictive read I can't wait for more from this author.
April 8, 2020
Putting it together perfectly
Each time Rachel releases another Seaside Pictures Novella it is such a great pleasure and fun to re-visit this lovely town with all its celebrities.
Provoke proves that once again.
The story of Braden, who after a horrible incident is feeling broken and is losing his track in life, and Piper, his supposed to be life coach, who in the end figures out not to be just his coach but simply his life, is a beautiful story of love, friendship and overcoming your own fears and get strength out of it.
Both characters will just get to you immediately as they seem so very approachable and comparable to ones own fears as well as own behaviors.
As already several others of RVDs stories this one as well deals in the background with some heavy and difficult topics but she steers through them with care and sensitivity for everyone who might have first hand experiences with this.
Last but not least you get all those incredible, lovable, somehow insane in a cute way characters fans of Seaside and Seaside Pictures already love for years. And yes (spoiler alert!!!!) there are text conversations which are just THE BEST and you don’t want to miss!!!
Definitely another must read. 5 Stars!!
Each time Rachel releases another Seaside Pictures Novella it is such a great pleasure and fun to re-visit this lovely town with all its celebrities.
Provoke proves that once again.
The story of Braden, who after a horrible incident is feeling broken and is losing his track in life, and Piper, his supposed to be life coach, who in the end figures out not to be just his coach but simply his life, is a beautiful story of love, friendship and overcoming your own fears and get strength out of it.
Both characters will just get to you immediately as they seem so very approachable and comparable to ones own fears as well as own behaviors.
As already several others of RVDs stories this one as well deals in the background with some heavy and difficult topics but she steers through them with care and sensitivity for everyone who might have first hand experiences with this.
Last but not least you get all those incredible, lovable, somehow insane in a cute way characters fans of Seaside and Seaside Pictures already love for years. And yes (spoiler alert!!!!) there are text conversations which are just THE BEST and you don’t want to miss!!!
Definitely another must read. 5 Stars!!
April 11, 2020
Tragically beautiful and heart destroying! All the emotions in these short pages! Sadly this is a story that is very relevant in today’s world, but absolutely beautifully written.
Braden is a musical genius, loved by all. He’s at home on stage. Until one night. Everything changes and tragedy strikes. He’s ready to walk away from the stage and fade into the background. He would do just that, if it wasn’t for his band and his contract. Enter life coach Piper, with her pantsuits, $6000 heels and vision boards. She knows how to push his buttons and provoke emotions in him. Her goal is to get him ready to take the stage again and push past his fears. His goal, to make her his.
As usual RVDs writing has me in love. She always creates these characters that are diverse, heart wrenching, and hysterical. The banter between the characters is entertaining as hell and always leaves me crying laughing. Braden’s story is definitely an instant favorite. He had me laughing, swooning, and crying at multiple points throughout the story. This one was truly heartbreakingly beautiful!
Braden is a musical genius, loved by all. He’s at home on stage. Until one night. Everything changes and tragedy strikes. He’s ready to walk away from the stage and fade into the background. He would do just that, if it wasn’t for his band and his contract. Enter life coach Piper, with her pantsuits, $6000 heels and vision boards. She knows how to push his buttons and provoke emotions in him. Her goal is to get him ready to take the stage again and push past his fears. His goal, to make her his.
As usual RVDs writing has me in love. She always creates these characters that are diverse, heart wrenching, and hysterical. The banter between the characters is entertaining as hell and always leaves me crying laughing. Braden’s story is definitely an instant favorite. He had me laughing, swooning, and crying at multiple points throughout the story. This one was truly heartbreakingly beautiful!
April 14, 2020
Provoke is a Seaside Pictures novella that can be read as a standalone, but if you have read the other books you will see some of you favorites! This story is emotional, sexy and a fun. Braden needs help to overcome his fears and Piper is just the woman to help him. She's a life coach and this is what she does. She needs to get Braden to understand what he's afraid of, show him what to do to get past it and move on. She didn't expect to fall for him. Braden is instantly attracted to Piper, but she's there to do a job. But that doesn’t mean he can't get to know her and do a little flirting. What happens when he wants to keep her? Will Piper decide to stay? I loved this story! It was short, but it's full of heart and heat! Braden and his sexiness and red hair made me swoon!
"Hey, eyes up here. I'm a person, not a piece of meat!"
"Hey, eyes up here. I'm a person, not a piece of meat!"
April 14, 2020
Provoke by Rachel Van Dyken (Seaside Pictures, #3.7). It is a contemporary romance that can be read as stand alone. Braden Connor is a rock star who is trying to overcome a tragedy. In order to help him, his friends enlist the aid of life coach Piper Rayne. It’s been awhile since I’ve read the Seaside Series but this novella is set up to jump into the story without getting tangled in the details of the characters. It’s a perfect mix of feelings and sweetness. Braden and Piper are adorable together and although there is past tragedy to overcome, it is refreshingly light and a quick read that entices the reader to want more of Seaside. (which I recommend but is not necessary for this novella). Healing of the heart and mind through love and friendship. That’s what it’s all about my friends.
April 15, 2020
Adorable
Brandon is a music prodigy that is taken into the rock band's fold. A horrible incident at a concert has given him stage fright and he has fled to his beach house at Seaside.
Piper is a life coach who has been hired by the band to help Brandon out of his fear. She has 21 days until the next tour or Brandon is in breach of contract.
This is a bit of an insta love story where both characters are trying not to cross the line for professional reasons as well as not wanting to get hurt. The more time they spend together, the more the lines blur. There is humor, snark, funny text messages and somehow a positive message that we all need to read, during these scary times we are going through.
Brandon is a music prodigy that is taken into the rock band's fold. A horrible incident at a concert has given him stage fright and he has fled to his beach house at Seaside.
Piper is a life coach who has been hired by the band to help Brandon out of his fear. She has 21 days until the next tour or Brandon is in breach of contract.
This is a bit of an insta love story where both characters are trying not to cross the line for professional reasons as well as not wanting to get hurt. The more time they spend together, the more the lines blur. There is humor, snark, funny text messages and somehow a positive message that we all need to read, during these scary times we are going through.
April 15, 2020
OMG!!!
I loved this novella even though I have not read the others I thought this was such a wonderful read.
The sense of humor between the band mates, the family bonding and what you go through we are all affected in some way.
Bradens life was was going good until someone misinterpreted his music. Now he lives in fear because of what this person has done to him and the people who were caught in the crossfire.
Piper comes in to save the day well that’s what she is hoping for! Although one look at him and it’s all bets off. She is in for a ride that will forever change her life.
Piper and Braden were meant for each other. There is humor, sexiness, tears and more importantly bonding.
Awesome read.
I loved this novella even though I have not read the others I thought this was such a wonderful read.
The sense of humor between the band mates, the family bonding and what you go through we are all affected in some way.
Bradens life was was going good until someone misinterpreted his music. Now he lives in fear because of what this person has done to him and the people who were caught in the crossfire.
Piper comes in to save the day well that’s what she is hoping for! Although one look at him and it’s all bets off. She is in for a ride that will forever change her life.
Piper and Braden were meant for each other. There is humor, sexiness, tears and more importantly bonding.
Awesome read.
June 20, 2020
Provoke is an incredible novella in Rachel Van Dyken’s Seaside Pictures Series. Braden has suffered a horrific event that no one should ever have to face. A mass shooting at one of his concerts. He is traumatized and unable to play on stage since it happened. Piper is hired as a Life Coach to help him through his trauma and help him heal from his demons and the pain. I was blown away by this story. An incredibly real story line that provoked every emotion while reading. From Braden’s trauma to his connection to Piper and the humor amongst the bandmates I couldn’t get enough. Loved every word. 5 stars!
April 12, 2020
Braden has suffered through a tragedy and an injury that occurred during his concert. Piper has been brought in to be his life coach so that he can go on tour in a few months. Piper has always played by the rules of her job. Braden is hiding behind his fear of the unknown. But, what happens when the life coach and the musician let things gets personal between the two of them.
In true Rachel Van Dylan fashion, she brings all the feels with her latest novella. The banter between Piper and Braden along with appearances from our favorite musicians from Seaside, Oregon, just reminds me how much I enjoy all of her series.
In true Rachel Van Dylan fashion, she brings all the feels with her latest novella. The banter between Piper and Braden along with appearances from our favorite musicians from Seaside, Oregon, just reminds me how much I enjoy all of her series.
April 15, 2020
This is one of my top rock stars series and I am definitely a sucker for rock star romances. This is a stand alone novella in the Seaside Pictures series and it can definitely be read on it's own, but I would highly recommend reading the rest. This story is absolutely beautiful. It is emotional. It has left me completely hungover and lost in my emotions. It is also fun with witty banter and characters that you can't help but love. It is real and raw and it packs so much in for being a novella, but still has perfect pacing. I can't say enough about this story. I am definitely looking forward to more from Rachel Van Dyken.
April 18, 2020
From the time that he was a teenager Branden knew that music was a part of who he is and he has risen to the top of the charts until a tragedy has not only taken away his ability to perform but his music as well.
Piper is a life coach who has been hired by the other members of the band to help Branden deal with what happened and prepare him for his upcoming tour but developing feelings for him is a complication she wasn’t prepared for.
Watching the relationship unfold between Piper and Branden is filled with humor, heat and seeing the bond that Branden has with his teammates made the story that much better.
Piper is a life coach who has been hired by the other members of the band to help Branden deal with what happened and prepare him for his upcoming tour but developing feelings for him is a complication she wasn’t prepared for.
Watching the relationship unfold between Piper and Branden is filled with humor, heat and seeing the bond that Branden has with his teammates made the story that much better.
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