Lola Carradine isn't just rocking the stage, she's rocking Bo Bennett's world. Gossip Thread has recently heard rumors that actress-turned-singer, Lola Carradine, is reportedly dating Bo Bennett, the New Orleans Revelers' hottest new rookie. With her next album set to drop in less than two months, what Gossipers are dying to know is: is this the real deal or the latest publicity ploy from Camp Carradine? #TheRookieandTheRockstar Baseball News has been following the developing story of rookie third baseman, Bo Bennett, and singer, Lola Carradine. With this being a crucial time in the young athlete's life, finally making it to the Big Leagues, we have to ask ourselves: is this the right move this early in his career or will the rocker be too much of a distraction?
Jiffy Kate is the joint pen name for Jiff Simpson and Jenny Kate Altman. They're co-writing besties who share a brain and a love of cute boys, good coffee, and fun times.
3.5 stars. Was really enjoying this book until the third act drama - their separation made no sense. Just totally stupid and unnecessary. This author does the same thing in book 2, and I think it’s just about the laziest storytelling I’ve read in a looooong time. There’s a separation JUST for the sake of a separation. The MCs don’t even try to talk, it’s the most immature bullshit that in real life wouldn’t lead to a happy reconciliation, only resentment, trust issues, and most likely, a breakup .
Safety is good Hero not a manwhore, has been celibate for a while Heroine has been celibate also, she’s not a virgin and has had more sexual experience than him No OM/OW drama No cheating No scenes with OM/OW
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Jiffy Kate, the ladies only took me one book and not even 20% to fall in love with their writing! So not my first read & of course last!!
This is the most unusual hero and heroine career read I have done in a long time. A famous Baseball Player and a Rockstar!! I mean its unique and just caught my attention from the first look, plus cant really not look at that cover. I will warn you that crepes and Nutella are in the very beginning and I am already in love with this book!! Even through BO HAS NEVER TASTED NUTELLA, should have seen my shocked face reading that haha!
After their initial date not date, Charlotte 'Lola' and Bo exchange numbers! That's normal right, well for Lola it wasn't, after all she took a ride with a stranger, assumed he was a staff member at the party then got shocked when they taco crepes truck guy recognized Bo. She was in all kinds of shocks after too. A week after she finally decides to screw it and text him. The funny part is that he is younger than her and not something she could fit in but he ends up being a reason for a few songs especially one particular. Gosh, I just loved Charlotte, she is so smart, sassy, confident and sexy-sweet!!
Their first actual kiss, okay without sounding too corny but was the best ever! From the kiss to where they were, why and how they ended up after! GAH, Bo is so damn dreamy and swoony!!!
There is a lot of GUESSING going on when I read this book, because the way it was going i would be like HA, I KNOW WHAT'S ABOUT TO HAPPEN then BOOM the ladies surprise you in the best ways possible. The romance, the events, the heartbreak (which is A HEARTBREAK) and the secrets! I couldn't put it down, and seriously kept reading faster wanting to know what will happen. I am not shocked at all because like i said the ladies won be over with one book and not even that much into it. This is the same exact instance.
5 PLUS PLUS PLUS & I COULDN'T RECOMMEND IT MORE HIGHLY!! TOP 2019 MUST READ LIST all the way!!
This was a perfect summer read for me. The cover really drew me in, and who doesn't want to read about hot baseball players right now?
Bo is so sweet, a pretty straight laced kind of guy. He doesn't go out, doesn't party. He's all about his career. Well, until he meets a rockstar, but even then he's just so GOOD. Such a perfect book boyfriend.
Charlotte- well, it's hinted that she's been a little wild. But we don't get shown that side of her at all, in fact I get the impression all her past mistakes were provoked. Her manager was not a good person for her. With Bo she was vulnerable and sweet and fun.
This was entertaining, not too angsty, but still full of emotion and connection. It had characters I'd read more about and side characters who I'd like to read stories about.
These ladies definitely know how to write a book. You’re curious from the very beginning. What are Bo and Lola’s stories. I loved the times with Bo, Charlotte and Casey. Nothing like a kid sister. This was a sweet romance.
As usual, this dynamic duo sucked me in from the first page!
Bo is a rookie in majors focused on his game and no time for distractions.
Lola (Charlotte) is a child star turned rockstar with a bit of a sordid past. She's focused on her comeback and has no time for distrations.
So, of course, we know they are going to distract each other! This book kept me guessing. I would think I knew what was happening, and they threw me for a loop!
The road to romance for these two isn't easy. Lots of things end up blocking the road. Can they maneuver through the roadblocks and wind up together? Well, you'll need to read it to find out.
I am a huge baseball fan, so that alone would make me want to read this book. The baseball aspect was realistic, right down to Bo's walk out song and his pre-bat ritual! And who doesn't love a guy in baseball pants? Am I right? Bo's heart will really reel you in. We all need a Bo in our lives!
The writing was superb! And I fell in love not only with Bo & Charlotte, but the secondary characters as well. Give me more Casey!
I finished this book last night. I wanted to add a review, but not while I was half asleep. I've NEVER been lead astray by anything that has been written by Jiffy Kate. Her characters are full of heart, spunk and the perfect amount of angst.
We're introduced to Bo, a rookie for the New Orleans Revelers. He's everything I've wished for in a book boyfriend. Bo is sweet, respectful, kind and all sorts of hot. The love he has for family and the dedication for his career in the majors is what makes him so real to me. His relationship with Charlotte was special. I loved their banter and connection.
Charlotte 'Lola' Carradine is a rockstar trying to make a come back after some questionable choices. Her manager, Terry, pushes her into situations that she is obligated to do to clean up her image. She meets Bo at a benefit and sparks sizzle between the two. Charlotte is, unfortunately, skittish and a lot of is due to her fame and constantly being thrust into the spotlight.
I loved Bo's parents, who were so kind and down-to-earth. I wanted his mom for my own. His teammates on the Revelers, especially Davies, really helped bring him out of his shell, teaching him the ropes of being a major league baseball superstar. Casey, Charlotte's sister, is obnoxiously cute, stubborn as all hell and I'd love to see her grow. Terry, Charlotte's manager, was a total douche. I hated him.
Five stars for The Rookie and The Rockstar ... I can't wait to read what they come up with next!
Why did I wait so long to read this book?? Don’t be like me. Go read it NOW!!!
This is the perfect summer read set in New Orleans during baseball season.
Bo Bennett is a rookie for the New Orleans Revelers and he is fully focused on his career. Charlotte "Lola" Carradine is a rockstar focused on writing her next album. They have a chance meeting at a charity gala and sparks fly. Neither one is looking for a relationship, but the pull they feel toward each other is too strong to deny.
They start the relationship via text while Bo is away during spring training and finally start to spend some time together once he's back in New Orleans for the regular season. Things progress organically between them and it is SO romantic. The dates, their first kiss...
Bo is new to fame, but Charlotte has been in the limelight the majority of her life. They are at different points in their careers and seem to balance each other out until the attention gets to be too much for Charlotte. She is dealing with some things from her past that I won't spoil because everyone should read this book.
My heart HURT when the conflict happened and I was beyond happy when it was resolved. Bo & Charlotte belong together and it was very heartwarming to see them realize that they could be together and have everything.
I also really enjoyed the baseball aspect of this book and the side characters. I am excited to read the rest of the books in this series.
*Jiffy Kate, you have ruined me. Bo Bennett is Book Boyfriend perfection. I will be talking about this book for a long, long time.
Ok I've always loved Rock but never been a big fan of baseball. This story made me happy and sad. I want more of Bo and Charlotte. It has to be hard to let yourself love when you never know if someone wants you for you or your stage persona. Bo is the sweetest person ever. We should all hope to find a man like him. Seriously I loved the hardships that made them become the people they are. Great job ladies. Can't wait for the next.
Ahhhh I LOVE THIS BOOK! Charlotte and Bo’s journey was so easy to love. What an amazing and fun book. I couldn’t put it down. I adored all these characters. I seriously love Casey. I hope she gets a story. Such a great read, who would’ve thought to put a these two together. I loved seeing these sides of their professions. I want more. I don’t want this to end. I want them to have tons of babies and Little Rockstars and baseball players. Fantastic read.
I’ve read all the books Jiffy Kate have published so far, and this is a slight departure from their usual. Still largely set in New Orleans, and a romance that makes you swoon and smile, it brings together two very popular tropes... sports, and music. The hero, Bo, is a rookie for the New Orleans baseball team. This is not a game I have ever watched, or even read about much, so I was relieved that they’ve written it with enough clarity and passion that I could easily grasp and get a mental picture of all the action. Charlotte, or Lola as she is known to her fans, is a former child star-turned-singer, who has lived through the best and worst of showbiz and the life that comes with it. These two... I loved the energy between them from the first time they met. Bo is such a gentleman, a serious, focused guy, he’s deep and you know from the first page that he’s solid and dependable, and that makes him so much more desirable than just the fact that he’s good looking and athletic and overall hot. And Charlotte, who is older than him, who has dealt with the fame thing a lot longer than he has, who is, for all intents and purposes the one with the experience and baggage... I love how she’s been written. She’s the rockstar, but at the heart of it, she’s just trying to do what she loves.. make music. Her relationship with her sister was one of the highlights of the book for me. In fact, I really like Casey and feel she deserves a book of her own.. she’s a great character! I also liked the sound of some of Bo's teammates, especially Davies, who I think has more going on than we know just yet. Back to Bo and Char... I enjoyed the development of their relationship. It’s tentative, it’s sweet, and it’s believable. And then as the layers are peeled back, as they get closer, you get so invested in them because you can relate. I have to say, I am glad that even through the conflict portion of the story, the characters stayed true to the way they’d been described from the beginning. I like how they are both committed at heart, even when reality seems to be working against them. The only real grouse I have is that I wanted to read a gruesome end for Charlotte's creepy manager guy. Other than that, I��m looking forward to reading more of this series.
OMG I want me a Bo please and thankyou, this is a must read. I finished this book in 6 hrs yes an all nighter, the love between Bo and char. Omg. This will have you laughing, crying, pissed off and then start all over again. If I had the option this would get a 1000 gold stars it is that good. Please go put grab it but I promise you won't be able to stop until you get to the end. A definite must read. Leaves me craving more and can't wait to see what these two authors being us next. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Rocker and Sportsman, this one really hit the mark. I loved to pace of the story, slow, get to know you first was perfect. Bo was an awesome guy and the story felt so real. Had all the feels. Would love to continue series. New author for me.
This was a fun and steamy baseball read! It felt like I was attending a game! Bo and Charlotte have great chemistry and I love that it was a younger guy and older woman (4 years difference).
And... It’s a Home Run Folks!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️The amazing duo that is Jiffy Kate has done it again y’all♥️ The Rookie and The Rockstar🎤♥️🖤♥️ O-M-G! I have fallen Hard and Fast for Bo Bennett. He’s a true southern gentleman, his momma raised him right! He had major league dreams, that was his goal and nothing was going to get in the way of that. He didn’t get caught up in the limelight or Hollywood parts of major league sports. He really had love for the game and motivation to succeed. Charlotte “Lola” Carradine is the beautiful rockstar with a troubled past. One look is all is takes and he is instantly drawn to her. I love the way they meet and the early text messages and interactions between them. The first date/not date is THE.BEST.EVER. From early on, Bo sees her for the caring beautiful person she is. She has been through some stuff and she is trying hard to earn her reputation back and she is working on her comeback record. Delicious 😋 Bo, brought her Mojo back! It’s fun to watch the relationship develop between them.It’s sweet, but oh so super hot 🥵 🔥 Bo Bennett is the best of everything . He is loving, sweet, protective, strong and even though he all sweet he can throw you down and love you good. Can I get an Amen?! 🔥♥️⭐️😉 They were meant for each other. They share a connection only certain people have(won’t give spoilers).That has potential to strengthened the bond they have if she can get over thinking’s she isn’t good enough for Bo and that he deserves better? I love Bo’s parents and Charlotte’s Sister, Casey. Davies and Mack are so loveable in their own way too♥️♥️ these supporting characters are some of my favorites out of books I have recently read! I want I want a Casey, Davies and Mack in my life! You need to read this book. It’s one you don’t want to miss. *I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review , but I love it so much I plan to purchase a print copy of my own because it was that great and I want to support the Authors!
This story is 10++ stars of FABULOUS!! First of all, UNIQUE story line. We often see rock star books, or baseball books, but rarely do we see them together, and w/ the h being the rock star. Also, a shout out to actually having some game time in the story!! LOVE IT!
Bo & Charlotte were both intense, sweet characters, and I loved watching their relationship unfold. I love the sense of family they both have, and that even when there is a SOB (seemingly obligatory break up) it's not full of drama or for an unrealistic reason. It has a purpose, and that can sometimes be a rare thing (at least for me - I don't like SOBs)!
Great read!! : )
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This story is 10++ stars of FABULOUS!! First of all, UNIQUE story line. We often see rock star books, or baseball books, but rarely do we see them together, and w/ the h being the rock star. Also, a shout out to actually having some game time in the story!! LOVE IT!
Bo & Charlotte were both intense, sweet characters, and I loved watching their relationship unfold. I love the sense of family they both have, and that even when there is a SOB (seemingly obligatory break up) it's not full of drama or for an unrealistic reason. It has a purpose, and that can sometimes be a rare thing (at least for me - I don't like SOBs)!
When a book leaves you with a heart full of feels and a smile on your face, you want to tell everyone about it. That is the way I feel about The Rookie and The Rockstar. Jiffy Kate has written a marvelous story of love, heartache and redemption.
Bo is putting all his energy into making it in the MLB. He has worked his whole life for this opportunity and nothing is going to sway his determination. Until he meets Charlotte.
Charlotte, performing as Lola, is intrigued by Bo. Not use to having a good guy in her life, his open honesty appeals to her.
I loved their first meeting and the interactions that followed. It was such a tease to what was to come, and it had me giddy with anticipation. I devoured this book and loved every word.
Bo and Charlotte’s story was full of “first time” romance, you know the kind that leaves you with eagerness to see where the relationship is going. As just to make it that much more appealing, these authors threw in some secrets, anguish and salvation.
I will be recommending this book to everyone as one of my top reads of the year. 5 Stars #2OCCMS
This book was so good! I was hooked from the beginning. I love the way they write books it just grabs you from page one. Everything about this book was just sweet and makes you want more. Bo Bennett is a Rookie who wants nothing more than to make it to the big league. He has more drive and passion for the sport than anyone. He’s not in it for the money or the fame just the love of the game. He eats breaths and lives for ⚾️ baseball. One night at a charity event all he wants to do is go back to his hotel but he has to make an appearance. All it takes is hearing her voice to change his mind. Charlotte or “Lola” is a rock star with a shady past she loves the music she loves writing it singing it being in the moment concerts but she hates the fame who knew you can’t have one with out the other. She is singing her heart out at a charity event that no one seems to notice. As soon as it’s over she’s out of there. No driver no way home she accepts a ride from a sexy man in a tux. This book was so good I loved the dynamic between the two of them. A little bit of drama adds to the story and always a little heart break. I can’t wait to read more of their books they are just fantastic!
JiffyKate hits another one out of the ballpark !! JiffyKate takes my two favorite tropes ( Rockstar and sports star) , puts them in one book, and creates literary Magic! Bo and Lola light up the pages with their stories and you simply can’t put this book down! It’s the best book hangover ever, and I want more from this fabulous duo every time I finish one of their books! The redemptive nature of this story is so heartfelt and touching, you want to wrap these characters in your arms. Their chemistry is off the charts, and the electricity between them is so palpable!! This is a must read for anyone who loves a great romance!! My FAVORITE sports romance, hands down!! Now I’m ready for some baseball!!! GO REVELERS!!
The Rookie and The Rockstar is another wonderful book by Jiffy Kate. This book is set in New Orleans with a whole new cast of characters, Bo Bennett is the rookie baseball player for the Revelers and Charlotte Carradine is the rockstar looking to take control of her life. Their sweet story is one that will give you smiles from beginning to end. Of course not everything is easy with a new relationship, there are the ups and downs that make it seem impossible at times and extra so with these two being in the spotlight and add in the friends, family, and teammates and everything comes together in this sweet and sexy read.
I've never been disappointed by a Jiffy Kate novel and The Rookie And The Rockstar is no different in that way.
Jiffy Kate once again knocked it out of the park (you geddit? Out of the...never mind 😉) with this one! Bo Bennett is the sweet, dependable, hot-as-heck guy I love to love, and Charlotte 'Lola' Carradine is a woman who knows what she wants and strives for it—albeit with a few little wobbles here and there. I adore these two and their little world, and I'll wait semi-patiently to see if they'll be appearing in the books to follow. Another absolutely stunning read from two of my very favourite authors!
Overall, the story was alright. Does not bring much to the table. I wanted more angst to the story, felt a lot like passive read with not much emotion evoked. Two side characters were the voice of reason and aided in solving/minimising a lot of problems between the Bo and Charlotte, which was good but in a way I felt like the MCs didn’t get a chance to really develop and mature themselves. The issues were all tied up nicely… just a little too perfect for me. There was definitely potential to the story but the delivery fell short.
All of Jiffy Kate’s books are at the top of my “Most Favorites” list and The Rookie and the Rockstar just made it’s way there too! Bo and Charlotte’s story is sweet, funny and steamy all rolled into one wonderful book. Bo is a rookie for the New Orleans Revelers baseball team and doesn’t have time for a distraction like rockstar Charlotte, who’s on a mission to get her respectability back. You can’t stop a steamroller though and their attraction can’t be denied. This book was hard to put down and well worth the time!
Bo Bennett is definitely winning for Book Boyfriend of the year! He is everything that a hero is supposed to be: sweet, hard working, considerate, loyal, and sexy as hell! Not to mention a gorgeous baseball player! When he meets beautiful rockstar Lola it's hard to imagine how they will fit into each others worlds. There are a few twists in this story that keep it from "heard it before" territory, although, since it was written by Jiffy Kate, you know it's going to be a unique and wonderful story!
MLB season opener is right around the corner. This sweet and sexy romance was perfect for my case of spring-fever. I loved reading about Bo and Charlotte. Despite their professions, the characters read as real and relatable- which I've come to expect from this writing duo. I think this book is going to be a favorite for those who want to toss it in their bag and enjoy the spring weather outdoors with a super read. Jiffykate hit another one outta the park with this one.
The Rookie and the Rockstar by JiffyKate gives us sports, and music together. This story was addictive and heartwarming! The romance was intense, sweet and steamy!" "There's plenty of laughter and fireworks to make this a much-loved story. It never fails that I get deeply engrossed in JiffyKate books. In the end, I feel as much as part of the story as the characters. These ladies know how to pull you in and make you feel at home."
The Rookie and the Rockstar is an engaging story about Charlotte and Bo who are trying to juggle a new and unexpected relationship and the responsibilities that come with their high stress, high profile careers.
Jiffy Kate has yet again created a fun and creative story line with some amazing characters you fall in love with and can't help but root for. There is chemistry, angst, heartache, drama, hope and so so much love. I enjoyed every moment of this 5 star read!!!
Awww, what a sweet story. Loved reading about Charlotte and Bo. Jiffy Kate have set their story, once again, in New Orleans, this time focusing on the world of baseball. Hope we hear more from this duo and the cast of characters that have been introduced in this story.