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River Valley Rebels #3
Bold Rhythm
I told them they’d never make it. Three years later, they’re two of the hottest rock stars in LA.
And I’m their new assistant.
When my boss told me she signed a new client, the last people I expected at the meeting were two ghosts from my past.
Mason, the gorgeous blue-eyed boy from my hometown who stomped all over my heart. And Kaz, his dark and brooding best friend, wrapped in mystery and ink.
I kissed them once back in college. Yes, both of them.
It was the same night I told them they were making a colossal mistake dropping out to move to LA. Now they’re the rock band that’s been blowing up the charts, and they’re ready to take their stardom to the next level–and I’m supposed to help them do it.
This wasn’t the job I signed up for, but if I want to make it in LA, I need to suck it up and impress my boss–even if the men I’m supposed to be helping are determined to not give me a single, damn break.
We don’t need to be friends.
I just need to keep it professional while we spend long, long days in close quarters.
Easier said than done.
And I’m their new assistant.
When my boss told me she signed a new client, the last people I expected at the meeting were two ghosts from my past.
Mason, the gorgeous blue-eyed boy from my hometown who stomped all over my heart. And Kaz, his dark and brooding best friend, wrapped in mystery and ink.
I kissed them once back in college. Yes, both of them.
It was the same night I told them they were making a colossal mistake dropping out to move to LA. Now they’re the rock band that’s been blowing up the charts, and they’re ready to take their stardom to the next level–and I’m supposed to help them do it.
This wasn’t the job I signed up for, but if I want to make it in LA, I need to suck it up and impress my boss–even if the men I’m supposed to be helping are determined to not give me a single, damn break.
We don’t need to be friends.
I just need to keep it professional while we spend long, long days in close quarters.
Easier said than done.
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February 20, 2022
What an epic ending to an incredible series!
Sands has done it again! I was excited about Molly’s story based on the little hints we got of sexual tension between her and Mason in Taut Strings. What I did not expect is to fall madly in love with Kaz! I’m so glad this is a menage romance, and Molly didn’t have to choose.
Sands is an excellent storyteller. This book gripped me from page one, and the spicy scenes are some of my favorites of the whole series. (The scene at the party is FIRE!) The characterization as always is complex and realistic, and by the end of the story, the characters felt like friends.
One of my favorite aspects of Gabrielle’s writing is the realism. The fact that her characters feel like real rock stars and her portrayal of the music industry is so complex and well-researched makes the fantasy that much more palpable. I’ve heard she’s planning to write a mafia series next and I can’t wait immerse myself in the nuanced world that she builds!
Sands has done it again! I was excited about Molly’s story based on the little hints we got of sexual tension between her and Mason in Taut Strings. What I did not expect is to fall madly in love with Kaz! I’m so glad this is a menage romance, and Molly didn’t have to choose.
Sands is an excellent storyteller. This book gripped me from page one, and the spicy scenes are some of my favorites of the whole series. (The scene at the party is FIRE!) The characterization as always is complex and realistic, and by the end of the story, the characters felt like friends.
One of my favorite aspects of Gabrielle’s writing is the realism. The fact that her characters feel like real rock stars and her portrayal of the music industry is so complex and well-researched makes the fantasy that much more palpable. I’ve heard she’s planning to write a mafia series next and I can’t wait immerse myself in the nuanced world that she builds!
March 2, 2022
This was my first book by Gabrielle Sands and I was not disappointed.
Molly was always striving to be the best student, sister and friend. But when she showed up to a college party and engaged in a game of spin the bottle she finally let loose from that perfect girl she always tried to be. But the guy the bottle landed on was the last person she wanted to kiss. Not wanting to back down from a challenge Molly forced back her feelings and kissed him. Little did she know that one kiss would be both the end and start of something new.
Three years later while working for a music company she was tasked to be a creative assistant to a new up and coming rock band. But the two boys who walked through the door of her current job are the last two guys she ever thought she would see again, her childhood crush Mason and his mysterious bandmate and spin the bottle partner Kaz.
⭐️10/10 - recommend - Standalone but is part of an interconnected series
😈rockstar romance / second chance-ish / MFM / enemies to lovers
🌶🌶
Molly was always striving to be the best student, sister and friend. But when she showed up to a college party and engaged in a game of spin the bottle she finally let loose from that perfect girl she always tried to be. But the guy the bottle landed on was the last person she wanted to kiss. Not wanting to back down from a challenge Molly forced back her feelings and kissed him. Little did she know that one kiss would be both the end and start of something new.
Three years later while working for a music company she was tasked to be a creative assistant to a new up and coming rock band. But the two boys who walked through the door of her current job are the last two guys she ever thought she would see again, her childhood crush Mason and his mysterious bandmate and spin the bottle partner Kaz.
⭐️10/10 - recommend - Standalone but is part of an interconnected series
😈rockstar romance / second chance-ish / MFM / enemies to lovers
🌶🌶
March 6, 2022
This series has been an amazing read. I read book 2 first then read Taut Strings before reading Bold Rhythm. Although Bold Rhythm can be read as a standalone I would recommend reading Taut Strings first as it gives you an insight into the life of the two sisters Adeline and Molly. Since their parents died Adeline was left as the guardian of Molly and in Taut Strings she finally got to spread her wings and fall in love. In Taut Strings we also meet Mason who is to have a profound impact on Molly's life in Bold Rhythm.
Molly has always had feelings for Mason her sister's former bandmate but Mason has always kept his distance while they were growing up and going to college which has made things tense between them. At college Molly meets Mason's friend Kaz and is drawn to him but feels he is a bad influence on Mason especially when they decide to drop out of college to seek a future for their band in LA and Molly is not afraid to let her feelings known telling them they will never be successful.
Years later Molly is working on the bottom rung of a music management company hardly getting by and longing for a lucrative promotion so she she accepts the challenge of being the assistant to a hot up and coming band. What a shock for her when the new band is Kaz and Mason who have never forgotten her words and there is tension between them resurfaces and her career is left in the balance until the guys decide to work with her.
Mason finally admits his feelings for Molly and they plunge into a hot and sexy love affair, but for Molly this is not enough, she is still drawn to Kaz and wants to be with him too, it's a tough choice for her but does it have to be a choice. Adeline's advice helps Molly to go for what she really wants and wow the sex scenes between the her and the two men are some of the hottest I have ever read.
Gabrielle has written an amazing series with these three books, I am not usually a fan of reverse harem or menage stories but these are tastefully done with a lot of feeling and honesty between the characters. Even though they are having hot, wild and crazy or slow and passionate sex that is not all there is to it. They are all sharing their past issues, fears and insecurities while helping each other to grow as they fall in love together. This series is totally unforgettable and an incredible effort for a new author. I look forward to reading more from her in the future.
Molly has always had feelings for Mason her sister's former bandmate but Mason has always kept his distance while they were growing up and going to college which has made things tense between them. At college Molly meets Mason's friend Kaz and is drawn to him but feels he is a bad influence on Mason especially when they decide to drop out of college to seek a future for their band in LA and Molly is not afraid to let her feelings known telling them they will never be successful.
Years later Molly is working on the bottom rung of a music management company hardly getting by and longing for a lucrative promotion so she she accepts the challenge of being the assistant to a hot up and coming band. What a shock for her when the new band is Kaz and Mason who have never forgotten her words and there is tension between them resurfaces and her career is left in the balance until the guys decide to work with her.
Mason finally admits his feelings for Molly and they plunge into a hot and sexy love affair, but for Molly this is not enough, she is still drawn to Kaz and wants to be with him too, it's a tough choice for her but does it have to be a choice. Adeline's advice helps Molly to go for what she really wants and wow the sex scenes between the her and the two men are some of the hottest I have ever read.
Gabrielle has written an amazing series with these three books, I am not usually a fan of reverse harem or menage stories but these are tastefully done with a lot of feeling and honesty between the characters. Even though they are having hot, wild and crazy or slow and passionate sex that is not all there is to it. They are all sharing their past issues, fears and insecurities while helping each other to grow as they fall in love together. This series is totally unforgettable and an incredible effort for a new author. I look forward to reading more from her in the future.
February 22, 2022
Bold Rhythm by Gabrielle Sands is the third book in the River Valley Rebels series and can also be read as a stand-alone. But if you want the full reading experience read the other amazing books of the series first. This is Molly, Mason and Kaz‘s story.
Since reading Taut Strings, I was so excited for Molly’s story and this book is everything. Molly is the sister of Adeline and therefore knows a lot about the music industry and decides to pursue a career as a music manager and I loved seeing the behind the scenes of the music industry. She is a wonderful character who works hard to provide for her own life even though that isn’t always the easiest.
She knows Mason from her hometown and they also went to the same college. Mason and Molly’s relationship is a bit tense and I enjoyed finding out why and that really opens up their feelings. Mason also shows a very vulnerable side in this book and I totally felt for him.
Kaz is a new character in this world and I quickly fell in love with him as well. He is Mason’s best friend and the two are an amazing team. They make music together and pour everything into it and that pays off and they are more and more successful with it. This is also how they meet Molly again as they are in need of management and she works closely with them and can live out her passion of photography a little.
The book is a ménage story and I’ve actually never read one before and now this will always be my scale for it. The sparks between the characters are electric and at first Kaz and Molly have this casual thing going on, but you can already feel that it could be so much more. The pacing was just right and after a certain photoshoot scene the book becomes next level amazing and so steamy. My favorite part was how the boys support Molly and treat her like the queen she is and that was everything. I also loved to see Adeline and the boys of Bleeding Moonlight again.
Overall, this book will probably live rent free in my head for the next little while and I love it so much. 5 stars.
(ARC kindly provided in exchange for a review.)
Since reading Taut Strings, I was so excited for Molly’s story and this book is everything. Molly is the sister of Adeline and therefore knows a lot about the music industry and decides to pursue a career as a music manager and I loved seeing the behind the scenes of the music industry. She is a wonderful character who works hard to provide for her own life even though that isn’t always the easiest.
She knows Mason from her hometown and they also went to the same college. Mason and Molly’s relationship is a bit tense and I enjoyed finding out why and that really opens up their feelings. Mason also shows a very vulnerable side in this book and I totally felt for him.
Kaz is a new character in this world and I quickly fell in love with him as well. He is Mason’s best friend and the two are an amazing team. They make music together and pour everything into it and that pays off and they are more and more successful with it. This is also how they meet Molly again as they are in need of management and she works closely with them and can live out her passion of photography a little.
The book is a ménage story and I’ve actually never read one before and now this will always be my scale for it. The sparks between the characters are electric and at first Kaz and Molly have this casual thing going on, but you can already feel that it could be so much more. The pacing was just right and after a certain photoshoot scene the book becomes next level amazing and so steamy. My favorite part was how the boys support Molly and treat her like the queen she is and that was everything. I also loved to see Adeline and the boys of Bleeding Moonlight again.
Overall, this book will probably live rent free in my head for the next little while and I love it so much. 5 stars.
(ARC kindly provided in exchange for a review.)
February 23, 2022
Loved, loved, loved this book! I first met Molly in Taut Strings, the first book in the River Valley Rebels series. This is the third book in the series (and I think is the last “for now” according to the author). Can it be read as a stand-alone, yep…but getting to know her sister Adeline in Taut Strings and having a little more information about her and her men’s future brought closure in this book. So, I would suggest reading Taut Strings first.
Gabrielle Sands is a fairly new author and I have been really impressed with her character building and story lines. She has written reverse harem, M/F, and ménage books and all in the same series. This book is about Molly (Adeline’s sister), Mason (Adeline’s previous band mate), and Kaz (new character). All three characters were fleshed out and I really understood their issues – good and bad. The spice is great and there is a bonus scene after the epilogue that is worth a read on the hot factor pepper scale. The back story was especially good as a set up to drive the plot and keep everything moving along. I rate the books I read on a page turner scale – do I want to stay up all night reading because I want to know what happens next? Do I fall asleep with my kindle open and have to charge in the morning because I couldn’t stay up all night? Check, check for both of these.
This is a great contemporary, ménage, rocker read. And for the future, keep this author on your radar!
I received an ARC from the author and this is an honest review.
Gabrielle Sands is a fairly new author and I have been really impressed with her character building and story lines. She has written reverse harem, M/F, and ménage books and all in the same series. This book is about Molly (Adeline’s sister), Mason (Adeline’s previous band mate), and Kaz (new character). All three characters were fleshed out and I really understood their issues – good and bad. The spice is great and there is a bonus scene after the epilogue that is worth a read on the hot factor pepper scale. The back story was especially good as a set up to drive the plot and keep everything moving along. I rate the books I read on a page turner scale – do I want to stay up all night reading because I want to know what happens next? Do I fall asleep with my kindle open and have to charge in the morning because I couldn’t stay up all night? Check, check for both of these.
This is a great contemporary, ménage, rocker read. And for the future, keep this author on your radar!
I received an ARC from the author and this is an honest review.
March 14, 2022
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This MFM rock star romance was a first for me and while it wasn´t horrible, I was left dissatisfied. Our FMC is friends with one MMC and when he decides to drop out of uni she tells him that his music with his BFF (the other MMC) is never going to take off...only to eat her wordsand their dicks when she ends up working for them. She is now dealing with her ex-friend's cold shoulder, and the guy she never liked being interested in her.
I was a bit bummed out that the guys did not develop a romance as well but oh well...The romance in this book was not my favorite, I felt like for most of the book they were all holding back and I could not really feel them developing that relationship that bloomed towards the end. The smut was fine, I enjoyed it.
I am not a fan of rockstar romances but because the rockstar part of it only popped up briefly I was not bothered. Everything aside from the romance in this book was meh...just all felt too...meh
Overall, a forgettable book for me but I appreciated what the author did. It managed to hook me until the end.
This MFM rock star romance was a first for me and while it wasn´t horrible, I was left dissatisfied. Our FMC is friends with one MMC and when he decides to drop out of uni she tells him that his music with his BFF (the other MMC) is never going to take off...only to eat her words
I was a bit bummed out that the guys did not develop a romance as well but oh well...The romance in this book was not my favorite, I felt like for most of the book they were all holding back and I could not really feel them developing that relationship that bloomed towards the end. The smut was fine, I enjoyed it.
I am not a fan of rockstar romances but because the rockstar part of it only popped up briefly I was not bothered. Everything aside from the romance in this book was meh...just all felt too...meh
Overall, a forgettable book for me but I appreciated what the author did. It managed to hook me until the end.
February 22, 2022
4.25 ⭐️
"You have to know the rules before you break them."
Bold Rhythm is the third book in the River Valley Rebels series and can be read as a standalone (however I would definitely recommend reading at least the first book, Taut Strings, before reading this one)
I absolutely loved the first two books in the series so definitely had high hopes for Bold Rhythm and was in no way disappointed.
Sands has once again delivered with this book. It is a very well written, angsty, second chance, forced proximity, rockstar romance with great spice, pining and lovable characters!
I loved Molly and Mason when we first met them in Taut Strings. And I officially LOVE Kaz!!
Despite his complicated start to life, Kaz is probably the most emotionally mature of the three MCs. He is a beautiful, broken, dirty talking, soon-to-be rockstar and I need to know where I can find one 🥵
"The best things is life exist on the other side of fear."
TWs: SA
Thank you to Gabrielle for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
"You have to know the rules before you break them."
Bold Rhythm is the third book in the River Valley Rebels series and can be read as a standalone (however I would definitely recommend reading at least the first book, Taut Strings, before reading this one)
I absolutely loved the first two books in the series so definitely had high hopes for Bold Rhythm and was in no way disappointed.
Sands has once again delivered with this book. It is a very well written, angsty, second chance, forced proximity, rockstar romance with great spice, pining and lovable characters!
I loved Molly and Mason when we first met them in Taut Strings. And I officially LOVE Kaz!!
Despite his complicated start to life, Kaz is probably the most emotionally mature of the three MCs. He is a beautiful, broken, dirty talking, soon-to-be rockstar and I need to know where I can find one 🥵
"The best things is life exist on the other side of fear."
TWs: SA
Thank you to Gabrielle for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
March 1, 2022
4.5 stars!
"you know how i determine if something's worth pursuing? It's simple. it is if it makes me scare as shit, the best things in life exist on the other side of that fear"
ughhh I was so happy when I saw this book was going to be Molly's! I loved how this story flowed and the banter between everyone. i enjoyed how they were finding themselves along with following their hearts to be with one another this story was really spectacular!
Gabrielle always writes amazing steamy scenes whether its frantic and fast or slow and sensual-she always blows me away!
"when i fuck you, Molly, I'm going to lay you out like a feast and take my time tasting every part of you."
"you know how i determine if something's worth pursuing? It's simple. it is if it makes me scare as shit, the best things in life exist on the other side of that fear"
ughhh I was so happy when I saw this book was going to be Molly's! I loved how this story flowed and the banter between everyone. i enjoyed how they were finding themselves along with following their hearts to be with one another this story was really spectacular!
Gabrielle always writes amazing steamy scenes whether its frantic and fast or slow and sensual-she always blows me away!
"when i fuck you, Molly, I'm going to lay you out like a feast and take my time tasting every part of you."
April 10, 2022
4.5.
I'm sad I've come to the end of this three book series. I still think the first was the best, but I am seriously impressed with this writer.
I think reading all three in about four days did make this book feel a little repetitive with the other two, but that's not a bad thing as the formula works really well.
This author has a real gift of writing believable, genuine characters and relationships, with a writing style that just makes you devour them without realising you're doing so. There is a great balance of plot, relationship development and steam, too.
I highly recommend all three books! The first is RH, the second m/f and this one is mfm.
I'm sad I've come to the end of this three book series. I still think the first was the best, but I am seriously impressed with this writer.
I think reading all three in about four days did make this book feel a little repetitive with the other two, but that's not a bad thing as the formula works really well.
This author has a real gift of writing believable, genuine characters and relationships, with a writing style that just makes you devour them without realising you're doing so. There is a great balance of plot, relationship development and steam, too.
I highly recommend all three books! The first is RH, the second m/f and this one is mfm.
June 20, 2022
KU READ
I binged this series of three books in 2 days. I loved the cameos of Ade and her boys in this book, so cute. Once again, it was slow burn-ish. The author has an engaging style and way of writing her heroines and heroes. My one issue with the author is the pacing. At times, there's too little progression in a long period of her books. I don't mind it that much because I love this world, but it is still slow for my standards. I want the couples to have more time together. I can't wait to see what else this author will write!
I binged this series of three books in 2 days. I loved the cameos of Ade and her boys in this book, so cute. Once again, it was slow burn-ish. The author has an engaging style and way of writing her heroines and heroes. My one issue with the author is the pacing. At times, there's too little progression in a long period of her books. I don't mind it that much because I love this world, but it is still slow for my standards. I want the couples to have more time together. I can't wait to see what else this author will write!
March 23, 2022
This is an MFM, enemies-to-lovers, second chance, and rock star romance you must read. It is the third book in the River Valley Rebels Series, though I suggest starting with the first book, Taut Strings, where Molly and Mason are first introduced. I must say this was one spicy and tension-filled book. It was so good watching how Kaz and Molly slowly began to care for each other and how protective both Kaz and Mason could be of Molly when needed. Yet how much Molly proved to be strong and thoughtful when making them promise not to give up on their dream for her even if it broke her heart. And the many time both men proved to be understanding yet determined to have Molly made it even better.
Please be aware that there is double pen***ation, mentions of dyslexia, and mental abuse that can be triggering to some.
After losing her parents at a young age, Molly is left feeling like a burden to her sister, Ade, making her determined to follow every rule necessary for her to finally gain her independence. During her first year as a college freshman, Mason introduces her to Kaz, a rule-breaker, according to her, whom she immediately dislikes. Not wanting to jeopardize her education, Mason and Molly drift apart and stop speaking to each other. A few months pass Molly ends up going to a party, where she ends up finding out some upsetting news that causes her to argue with Mason. That night she ends up kissing both Kaz and Mase.
Fast forward to 3 years later, Molly is now working as the personal assistant to Trinity, a senior manager at Hyperion Artist Management. When ordered by her boss to be the new assistant to the new rock band, Last Rites, she never imagined the members of the said band would be the two men whom she told they would be making a mistake that night so long ago. Knowing her promotion and job are on the line, Molly is forced to put her pride aside and apologize.
Meanwhile, Mason and Kaz don't hold back, making it clear they don't like having Molly there, yet both are unable to deny wanting her. We get to finally understand why Mason decided to leave 3 years ago, his and Kaz's anger, fears, pain, and hostility they both have in their hearts. With each day they get closer and closer to their dream of performing in front of thousands of people, yet being unable to deny their attraction and want for Molly, which ends in Kaz striking a deal with her one that Mason can't help but be envy.
This book ends with a HEA. I can honestly say it's now one of my favorite Rock Star romance reads I've read, one that pulls at your heartstrings and is one I will re-read in the future.
Please be aware that there is double pen***ation, mentions of dyslexia, and mental abuse that can be triggering to some.
After losing her parents at a young age, Molly is left feeling like a burden to her sister, Ade, making her determined to follow every rule necessary for her to finally gain her independence. During her first year as a college freshman, Mason introduces her to Kaz, a rule-breaker, according to her, whom she immediately dislikes. Not wanting to jeopardize her education, Mason and Molly drift apart and stop speaking to each other. A few months pass Molly ends up going to a party, where she ends up finding out some upsetting news that causes her to argue with Mason. That night she ends up kissing both Kaz and Mase.
Fast forward to 3 years later, Molly is now working as the personal assistant to Trinity, a senior manager at Hyperion Artist Management. When ordered by her boss to be the new assistant to the new rock band, Last Rites, she never imagined the members of the said band would be the two men whom she told they would be making a mistake that night so long ago. Knowing her promotion and job are on the line, Molly is forced to put her pride aside and apologize.
Meanwhile, Mason and Kaz don't hold back, making it clear they don't like having Molly there, yet both are unable to deny wanting her. We get to finally understand why Mason decided to leave 3 years ago, his and Kaz's anger, fears, pain, and hostility they both have in their hearts. With each day they get closer and closer to their dream of performing in front of thousands of people, yet being unable to deny their attraction and want for Molly, which ends in Kaz striking a deal with her one that Mason can't help but be envy.
This book ends with a HEA. I can honestly say it's now one of my favorite Rock Star romance reads I've read, one that pulls at your heartstrings and is one I will re-read in the future.
August 1, 2022
TW: a short SA scene that is not super graphic but still may be triggering to some.
I received this E-arc as part of the arc/release day team for this author. I will always give my honest review no matter what.
This is the 3rd book in the series but can be read as a stand-alone which I personally like.
The story follows Molly who is Ades younger sister from book one Taut Strings. You get a small glimpse at her college life that starts the events of the rest of the story 3 years later in Los Angeles when she works for a company that manages different types of musical attire and they take on a new up and coming band with 2 drool worthy members Mason and Kaz ;) I absolutely loved Mason in book 1 and I was so glad the author decided to write his and Molly’s story. Another character that was introduced was Kaz who is masons best friend and the broody bad boy looking type with lots of tattoos but is deep down a softie for the ones he cares about most in his life. (My personal favorite type of character lol)
The connection the three of them have together and there dynamic is probably one of my favorites out of all the books I have read so far. They each have their own personal struggles that they suffer through alone not wanting to be a burden to others or not wanting to seem weak or broken. I personally related to that aspect in my own personal life and completely empathized with them and how they felt. They may be just fictional characters but being able to relate is something I love about stories and how well authors can write them. I smiled, I cried, I felt heartbroken for these characters, and felt so much love for them as well.
Huge thank you to Gabrielle Sands for being able to read an advanced copy of this book and for telling Molly, Mason, and Katz’s story.
I received this E-arc as part of the arc/release day team for this author. I will always give my honest review no matter what.
This is the 3rd book in the series but can be read as a stand-alone which I personally like.
The story follows Molly who is Ades younger sister from book one Taut Strings. You get a small glimpse at her college life that starts the events of the rest of the story 3 years later in Los Angeles when she works for a company that manages different types of musical attire and they take on a new up and coming band with 2 drool worthy members Mason and Kaz ;) I absolutely loved Mason in book 1 and I was so glad the author decided to write his and Molly’s story. Another character that was introduced was Kaz who is masons best friend and the broody bad boy looking type with lots of tattoos but is deep down a softie for the ones he cares about most in his life. (My personal favorite type of character lol)
The connection the three of them have together and there dynamic is probably one of my favorites out of all the books I have read so far. They each have their own personal struggles that they suffer through alone not wanting to be a burden to others or not wanting to seem weak or broken. I personally related to that aspect in my own personal life and completely empathized with them and how they felt. They may be just fictional characters but being able to relate is something I love about stories and how well authors can write them. I smiled, I cried, I felt heartbroken for these characters, and felt so much love for them as well.
Huge thank you to Gabrielle Sands for being able to read an advanced copy of this book and for telling Molly, Mason, and Katz’s story.
March 10, 2022
This rating is mostly a product of "it's not the book, it's me", because I can somewhat see where all the positive 4/5 star reviews are coming from. This entire setting just wasn't for me.
I actually really enjoyed reading this in the beginning. The characters and their dynamics were interesting, and I was super eager to see how their relationship developed. Unfortunately, this fell apart pretty quickly for me, probably around the time skip. I just didn't like how their relationships with each other progressed - I can't even pinpoint why exactly, but I just felt irritated with the characters most of the time.
In addition to that, because I wasn't as taken in with the romance in this book, I instead paid attention to all the other stuff, and that was unfortunately supbar as well.
For example, it is mentioned that Kaz did a "DNA test" to find his father. Just a random DNA test. Not a test on a specific person, but a generic DNA test that apparently somehow told him exactly who his father was? Then there is their entire music career - I know this book is focussed on romance, but the way their career is portrayed to have taken off is just so poorly explained? It really was only there as a crutch to bring all three of them together, but it was so poorly described and developed that I was just shaking my head throughout this novel. And don't even get me started on the scene where Kaz accidentally met a certain someone at the bar at the end of the book - that entire scene and conversation almost made me DNF this book, because it was the most unneccessary, cheesy and unrealistic chain of events I've read in a long time.
I know this might seem minor to others, but all of these instances just seemed like such lazy writing to me - like the author did not even try to make the plot/world surrounding the romance even a little bit realistic or detailed.
I actually really enjoyed reading this in the beginning. The characters and their dynamics were interesting, and I was super eager to see how their relationship developed. Unfortunately, this fell apart pretty quickly for me, probably around the time skip. I just didn't like how their relationships with each other progressed - I can't even pinpoint why exactly, but I just felt irritated with the characters most of the time.
In addition to that, because I wasn't as taken in with the romance in this book, I instead paid attention to all the other stuff, and that was unfortunately supbar as well.
For example, it is mentioned that Kaz did a "DNA test" to find his father. Just a random DNA test. Not a test on a specific person, but a generic DNA test that apparently somehow told him exactly who his father was? Then there is their entire music career - I know this book is focussed on romance, but the way their career is portrayed to have taken off is just so poorly explained? It really was only there as a crutch to bring all three of them together, but it was so poorly described and developed that I was just shaking my head throughout this novel. And don't even get me started on the scene where Kaz accidentally met a certain someone at the bar at the end of the book - that entire scene and conversation almost made me DNF this book, because it was the most unneccessary, cheesy and unrealistic chain of events I've read in a long time.
I know this might seem minor to others, but all of these instances just seemed like such lazy writing to me - like the author did not even try to make the plot/world surrounding the romance even a little bit realistic or detailed.
March 8, 2022
This is the first book I’ve read by this author and I am definitely going back and reading the others in this series. I love the flow of this book, the believability was amazing and characters you fall in love with. Can’t wait to read more.
Molly is that student who follows the rules and does everything by the books. Until one night at a party in college she meets Mason and Kaz. Fallouts are hard but life goes on. 3 years later Molly is given the job of creative assistant to a new up and coming rock band. Can you guess who? Wanting to impress her boss, she reluctantly goes through with it despite their past.
Throw in music, 2 hot guys, major chemistry and a girl and you have me hooked. What an amazing story and it left me wanting so much more. Can’t wait to read more from this author.
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Molly is that student who follows the rules and does everything by the books. Until one night at a party in college she meets Mason and Kaz. Fallouts are hard but life goes on. 3 years later Molly is given the job of creative assistant to a new up and coming rock band. Can you guess who? Wanting to impress her boss, she reluctantly goes through with it despite their past.
Throw in music, 2 hot guys, major chemistry and a girl and you have me hooked. What an amazing story and it left me wanting so much more. Can’t wait to read more from this author.
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June 22, 2022
3.5 stars - In general, I’m not really a fan of books that have OW in them. There was no cheating but she didn’t get together with one of the guys for a long time and the amount of time (and details of it) that he spent with someone else was off putting. I also thought her poor living situation reflected badly on her older sister which isn’t in line with the first book. I know it was explained away as her sister being preoccupied getting ready to leave on tour but as her pseudo parent and only family it just didn’t seem realistic.
April 3, 2025
**Book Review: *Taut Strings* (River Valley Rebels #1) by Gabrielle Sands**
*Taut Strings* is a compelling reverse harem rockstar romance that delves into themes of loss, healing, and unexpected love. The story follows Adeline, a 21-year-old guitarist who put her musical aspirations on hold after being rejected by Juilliard and becoming the guardian of her younger sister following their parents' passing. Her life takes an unforeseen turn when Bleeding Moonlight—a renowned heavy metal band returning to their hometown to honor their late bandmate—invites her to step in as a temporary guitarist for their final album. citeturn0search0
Gabrielle Sands crafts a narrative rich with emotional depth, exploring Adeline's journey as she navigates complex relationships with the band members, each grappling with their own grief and pasts. The chemistry among the characters is palpable, and the progression of their connections is portrayed with authenticity and sensitivity. citeturn0search2
Readers have praised the novel for its engaging plot and well-developed characters. One reviewer noted, "I loved the dynamics between Adeline and her guys and their relationships. This is well written and makes me excited to read other works of Gabrielle Sands." citeturn0search6
While *Taut Strings* is the first installment in the River Valley Rebels series, it can be enjoyed as a standalone novel. The book offers a harmonious blend of music, romance, and personal growth, making it a captivating read for fans of contemporary romance and rockstar narratives. citeturn0search0
*Taut Strings* is a compelling reverse harem rockstar romance that delves into themes of loss, healing, and unexpected love. The story follows Adeline, a 21-year-old guitarist who put her musical aspirations on hold after being rejected by Juilliard and becoming the guardian of her younger sister following their parents' passing. Her life takes an unforeseen turn when Bleeding Moonlight—a renowned heavy metal band returning to their hometown to honor their late bandmate—invites her to step in as a temporary guitarist for their final album. citeturn0search0
Gabrielle Sands crafts a narrative rich with emotional depth, exploring Adeline's journey as she navigates complex relationships with the band members, each grappling with their own grief and pasts. The chemistry among the characters is palpable, and the progression of their connections is portrayed with authenticity and sensitivity. citeturn0search2
Readers have praised the novel for its engaging plot and well-developed characters. One reviewer noted, "I loved the dynamics between Adeline and her guys and their relationships. This is well written and makes me excited to read other works of Gabrielle Sands." citeturn0search6
While *Taut Strings* is the first installment in the River Valley Rebels series, it can be enjoyed as a standalone novel. The book offers a harmonious blend of music, romance, and personal growth, making it a captivating read for fans of contemporary romance and rockstar narratives. citeturn0search0
June 8, 2025
Wait, Molly is followed her sister's footsteps of polyamory, ahaha.
An issue I had with the first book is that I still didn't the experience the emotional pull and angst. I think that might have to do with the author's writing—just a lot of telling instead of showing.
An issue I had with the first book is that I still didn't the experience the emotional pull and angst. I think that might have to do with the author's writing—just a lot of telling instead of showing.
July 6, 2024
I ended up reading Bold Rhythm after Taut Strings although I do plan on going back to read Pretty Words. I really enjoyed Molly, Mason & Kaz’s book and their character development throughout. Gabrielle’s writing is engaging and I haven’t found a book of hers I haven’t enjoyed.
I’m looking forward to reading Pretty Words now.
I’m looking forward to reading Pretty Words now.
March 4, 2022
4.5*
For full review: https://wordsoftheroses.com/2022/03/0...
“You know how I determine if something’s worth pursing? It’s Simple. It is if it makes me scared as shit. The best things in life exist on the other side of that fear.”
I will start by saying that I was given an ARC will start by saying that I was given an ARC copy in exchange for an honest review. These opinions are my own. Thank you so much to Gabrielle for sending a copy my way.
Bold Rhythm is the third book in the River Valley Rebels series. You can read it as a standalone. It has everything I would ever want – a menage relationship that has both a second chance and enemies to lovers trope, rockstars, forced proximity and lots of angst and spice.
Molly always had a thing for Mason and was devastated when he dropped out of college with his new friend, Kaz, to pursue their band, Last Rites. Before they move to LA, Molly manages to kiss them both and tell Mason that his band will never make it. Fast forward three years, Molly is working at a music management firm and is assigned to be the assistant of the newest signed band, Last Rites.
It was beautiful to see how the romantic relationship that blooms between the three of them helps to soothe and heal these wounds. I adore the balance we get between the character and relationship development alongside some truly excellent steamy scenes.
The spice in this book is no joke. The steam levels are off the charts. In fact, I am still cooling off after the party scene. That scene was everything. The chemistry between the three is off the charts. I adore Kaz and Mason’s friendship, and it just seemed natural that the only solution would be that they both date Molly.
This was a fantastic addition to the series. I am in awe with how Gabrielle can write these well rounded, slow burn, poly relationships. I would absolutely love it if we could get more books in this series. I do not want to leave this world!
For full review: https://wordsoftheroses.com/2022/03/0...
“You know how I determine if something’s worth pursing? It’s Simple. It is if it makes me scared as shit. The best things in life exist on the other side of that fear.”
I will start by saying that I was given an ARC will start by saying that I was given an ARC copy in exchange for an honest review. These opinions are my own. Thank you so much to Gabrielle for sending a copy my way.
Bold Rhythm is the third book in the River Valley Rebels series. You can read it as a standalone. It has everything I would ever want – a menage relationship that has both a second chance and enemies to lovers trope, rockstars, forced proximity and lots of angst and spice.
Molly always had a thing for Mason and was devastated when he dropped out of college with his new friend, Kaz, to pursue their band, Last Rites. Before they move to LA, Molly manages to kiss them both and tell Mason that his band will never make it. Fast forward three years, Molly is working at a music management firm and is assigned to be the assistant of the newest signed band, Last Rites.
It was beautiful to see how the romantic relationship that blooms between the three of them helps to soothe and heal these wounds. I adore the balance we get between the character and relationship development alongside some truly excellent steamy scenes.
The spice in this book is no joke. The steam levels are off the charts. In fact, I am still cooling off after the party scene. That scene was everything. The chemistry between the three is off the charts. I adore Kaz and Mason’s friendship, and it just seemed natural that the only solution would be that they both date Molly.
This was a fantastic addition to the series. I am in awe with how Gabrielle can write these well rounded, slow burn, poly relationships. I would absolutely love it if we could get more books in this series. I do not want to leave this world!
April 19, 2023
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Bold Rhythm by Gabrielle Sands is a rockstar romance. It's the third book from the River Valley Rebels series.
Molly had a crush on her sister's bandmate Mason. He was flirting with her constantly when they were in River Valley. That slowly stopped when they went to Northeastern. He became distant especially after meeting Kaz. They created a band and a year later they decided to drop out and go to LA to chase their dream. Molly was devastated and said words that she couldn't take back.
Three years later they met again. Molly was working at Hyperion Artist Management as a personal assistant to one of the senior managers. Her boss signed them to Hyperion and made her work closely with those two. At first, the situation was very awkward. As the time passed the sexual tension between her and Kaz was sizzling. Of course, the romantic interest between her and Mason never ceased to exist. In just a few weeks they found themselves in a menage situation that all of them enjoyed. Could this relationship work with the band being on tour for several months?
This is one of the best rockstar romance books I have read recently. It has many spicy scenes and flirting. But what I loved was that it also focused on the characters' life issues. Each one of them had a different problem that was analyzed and solved. The romance was slowly built even though the attraction was pretty obvious from the beginning. The plot was engaging and it had some lifelike situations that made you connect with it on some level. The characters were incredible with good chemistry. I liked the connection between Mason and Kaz, it was friendship goals. My favorite parts were the life lessons and the first erotic scene with two of the characters.
If you love menage romantic stories then I highly recommend you this one. I will rate it with 5 stars.
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Bold Rhythm by Gabrielle Sands is a rockstar romance. It's the third book from the River Valley Rebels series.
Molly had a crush on her sister's bandmate Mason. He was flirting with her constantly when they were in River Valley. That slowly stopped when they went to Northeastern. He became distant especially after meeting Kaz. They created a band and a year later they decided to drop out and go to LA to chase their dream. Molly was devastated and said words that she couldn't take back.
Three years later they met again. Molly was working at Hyperion Artist Management as a personal assistant to one of the senior managers. Her boss signed them to Hyperion and made her work closely with those two. At first, the situation was very awkward. As the time passed the sexual tension between her and Kaz was sizzling. Of course, the romantic interest between her and Mason never ceased to exist. In just a few weeks they found themselves in a menage situation that all of them enjoyed. Could this relationship work with the band being on tour for several months?
This is one of the best rockstar romance books I have read recently. It has many spicy scenes and flirting. But what I loved was that it also focused on the characters' life issues. Each one of them had a different problem that was analyzed and solved. The romance was slowly built even though the attraction was pretty obvious from the beginning. The plot was engaging and it had some lifelike situations that made you connect with it on some level. The characters were incredible with good chemistry. I liked the connection between Mason and Kaz, it was friendship goals. My favorite parts were the life lessons and the first erotic scene with two of the characters.
If you love menage romantic stories then I highly recommend you this one. I will rate it with 5 stars.
March 2, 2022
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
Spice: 🌶🌶🌶
Molly doesn’t break the rules. After the tragic death of both her parents, she was left in the care of her older sister who gave up her dream of going to college so that she could provide for Molly. They struggled to get by and since then, Molly couldn’t bear the thought of straying from the straight-and-narrow and risk being taken from her sister.
So when her best friend Mason (and long time crush) drops out of college to pursue his music career, she (a perfect student) has a few choice words for him, ultimately estranging the pair altogether.
Years later, in a weird twist of fate, when she suddenly becomes an assistant for a promising new band, she’s shocked to learn that she’s now working for Mason and his friend Kaz. And that old tension still remains.
I immediately fell in love in Kaz. But hey, I love ‘em dark and brooding. But also because Gabrielle has this incredible way of making one kiss into an EPIC scene. I admit, I was a little hesitant because of the game they were playing at the party. That game has always seemed really adolescent to me but DAMN. Game changer.
I really loved Gabrielle’s ability to describe the music industry. To be honest, I know nothing about it, but it’s obvious that it was well-researched because all of it was believable and really added to the story—especially the SPICY rockstar ménage romance 😏.
Bold Rhythm is the third book in the River Valley Rebels series, but can be read as a standalone. I highly recommend reading the first two books in the series—Taut Strings, and Pretty Words.
Tropes: MFM, enemies to lovers, rockstar, second chance, forced proximity
Thank you to Gabrielle Sands for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Spice: 🌶🌶🌶
Molly doesn’t break the rules. After the tragic death of both her parents, she was left in the care of her older sister who gave up her dream of going to college so that she could provide for Molly. They struggled to get by and since then, Molly couldn’t bear the thought of straying from the straight-and-narrow and risk being taken from her sister.
So when her best friend Mason (and long time crush) drops out of college to pursue his music career, she (a perfect student) has a few choice words for him, ultimately estranging the pair altogether.
Years later, in a weird twist of fate, when she suddenly becomes an assistant for a promising new band, she’s shocked to learn that she’s now working for Mason and his friend Kaz. And that old tension still remains.
I immediately fell in love in Kaz. But hey, I love ‘em dark and brooding. But also because Gabrielle has this incredible way of making one kiss into an EPIC scene. I admit, I was a little hesitant because of the game they were playing at the party. That game has always seemed really adolescent to me but DAMN. Game changer.
I really loved Gabrielle’s ability to describe the music industry. To be honest, I know nothing about it, but it’s obvious that it was well-researched because all of it was believable and really added to the story—especially the SPICY rockstar ménage romance 😏.
Bold Rhythm is the third book in the River Valley Rebels series, but can be read as a standalone. I highly recommend reading the first two books in the series—Taut Strings, and Pretty Words.
Tropes: MFM, enemies to lovers, rockstar, second chance, forced proximity
Thank you to Gabrielle Sands for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
March 4, 2022
I was so excited to read this book, and was easily captivated by the connection and stories of the three main characters. Bold Rhythm is a MFM Rockstar, second chance, working relationship romance.
I loved both Molly and Mason, when we first met them in book one (Taut Strings) and Kaz is introduced in this book, he is just as easy to love!
This was such an engaging story, that you couldn’t help but get invested in. Three years after parting ways on not the best of terms. Best friends and bandmates Mason and Kaz sign with a Manager who Molly works for. Now working together, forces them all to confront how things were left in the past.
Mason and Kaz had such a strong friendship, they complimented each other perfectly and were a great representation of found family.
Molly is such a sweet character, but also hard working, strong and loyal. She was supportive and wanted those she cared about to have their dreams.
My heart broke a little for all three characters they all had past trauma that they had to deal with which led to doing and saying things the truly didn’t mean or didn’t have all the facts for. Although you can understand where they were coming from.
I loved watching the connection that Molly had with each Mason and Kaz, throughout the book they opened up to each other and slowly allowed feelings to deepen. There are real issues and insecurities that cause some bumps in the road along the way. Seeing the three of them grow together as a team and independently was wonderful to read.
I really enjoyed getting to catch up the Taut Strings group in this book!
All three books in this series are worth the read and could easily see myself doing a re-read!
I loved both Molly and Mason, when we first met them in book one (Taut Strings) and Kaz is introduced in this book, he is just as easy to love!
This was such an engaging story, that you couldn’t help but get invested in. Three years after parting ways on not the best of terms. Best friends and bandmates Mason and Kaz sign with a Manager who Molly works for. Now working together, forces them all to confront how things were left in the past.
Mason and Kaz had such a strong friendship, they complimented each other perfectly and were a great representation of found family.
Molly is such a sweet character, but also hard working, strong and loyal. She was supportive and wanted those she cared about to have their dreams.
My heart broke a little for all three characters they all had past trauma that they had to deal with which led to doing and saying things the truly didn’t mean or didn’t have all the facts for. Although you can understand where they were coming from.
I loved watching the connection that Molly had with each Mason and Kaz, throughout the book they opened up to each other and slowly allowed feelings to deepen. There are real issues and insecurities that cause some bumps in the road along the way. Seeing the three of them grow together as a team and independently was wonderful to read.
I really enjoyed getting to catch up the Taut Strings group in this book!
All three books in this series are worth the read and could easily see myself doing a re-read!
March 3, 2022
Gabrielle has written another musical masterpiece which pulls at your heart strings making your heart race and shatter multiple times over. This is an emotional read charting three amazingly damaged souls.
Molly is focused on achieving her goals, so focused she doesn't really have time for life. Her drive to succeed means she struggles to see other peoples points of view. Her whole world gets flipped when two blasts from the past become her job. She confronted with unresolved issues from the past, Mase who she had a crush on and Kaz who drove her crazy. Can Molly over come the issues these guys bring into her life whilst dealing with her own insecurities and demons?
Mase is holding on to a lot of pent up aggression and misplaced anger which he directs at Molly. He's forced to face his demons which make him feel inferior even though he's on the verge of having all his dreams come true. The one dream that didn't come true haunts his days she will either be his salvation or his destruction.
Kaz has made himself into an island, pushing away everyone and protecting his heart, everyone other than Mase. He understands his brother better than anyone and will do whatever it takes to support him especially when it comes to Molly.
Their journey is intense, emotional and gripping. Each character has to face their own demons to be able to grow and become their true self, every step of their growth helps heal them. They really are better together, their chemistry is off the charts, the steamy scenes will set you on fire.
Molly is focused on achieving her goals, so focused she doesn't really have time for life. Her drive to succeed means she struggles to see other peoples points of view. Her whole world gets flipped when two blasts from the past become her job. She confronted with unresolved issues from the past, Mase who she had a crush on and Kaz who drove her crazy. Can Molly over come the issues these guys bring into her life whilst dealing with her own insecurities and demons?
Mase is holding on to a lot of pent up aggression and misplaced anger which he directs at Molly. He's forced to face his demons which make him feel inferior even though he's on the verge of having all his dreams come true. The one dream that didn't come true haunts his days she will either be his salvation or his destruction.
Kaz has made himself into an island, pushing away everyone and protecting his heart, everyone other than Mase. He understands his brother better than anyone and will do whatever it takes to support him especially when it comes to Molly.
Their journey is intense, emotional and gripping. Each character has to face their own demons to be able to grow and become their true self, every step of their growth helps heal them. They really are better together, their chemistry is off the charts, the steamy scenes will set you on fire.
March 7, 2022
Bold Rhythm
Bold Rhythm by @authorgabriellesands
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Hope dripped into my blood, spreading a tentative lightness through me. “Neither of us are perfect, but we’ve always been better together,” I said, placing my hand on his arm. The corners of his lips inched up as he covered my hand with his. “Then maybe together, we’ll be good enough for her.”
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In need of your next Rockstar romance?? This series can be read as stand-alones but I’ve enjoyed all of them. Bold Rhythm is book 3 in the series and is MFM friends/enemies to lovers.
It follows Molly who is rule follower, always on the straight and narrow, has achievable goals and wants the steady corporate job. But is she happy? Mason and Kaz are a rocker duo who go against social norms and decide to drop out of college to pursue their dream to be rock stars. Let’s just say Molly had a few choice words about this rash decision that she will have to rectify later. Molly has grown up around music and her older sister is the guitarist in a famous rock band so Molly felt it only made sense to have a job in music management. All was going well until a certain rock group walks through the doors and sends Molly into a tailspin. What will she do when she has to spend all her time catering to the two guys she swore would never make it?
This is a MFM romance of the rock star variety. There is small trigger of assault but this is not a dark romance. Definitely check out all the books in this series!
Bold Rhythm by @authorgabriellesands
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Hope dripped into my blood, spreading a tentative lightness through me. “Neither of us are perfect, but we’ve always been better together,” I said, placing my hand on his arm. The corners of his lips inched up as he covered my hand with his. “Then maybe together, we’ll be good enough for her.”
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In need of your next Rockstar romance?? This series can be read as stand-alones but I’ve enjoyed all of them. Bold Rhythm is book 3 in the series and is MFM friends/enemies to lovers.
It follows Molly who is rule follower, always on the straight and narrow, has achievable goals and wants the steady corporate job. But is she happy? Mason and Kaz are a rocker duo who go against social norms and decide to drop out of college to pursue their dream to be rock stars. Let’s just say Molly had a few choice words about this rash decision that she will have to rectify later. Molly has grown up around music and her older sister is the guitarist in a famous rock band so Molly felt it only made sense to have a job in music management. All was going well until a certain rock group walks through the doors and sends Molly into a tailspin. What will she do when she has to spend all her time catering to the two guys she swore would never make it?
This is a MFM romance of the rock star variety. There is small trigger of assault but this is not a dark romance. Definitely check out all the books in this series!
March 1, 2022
Such Cute Story!
I loved this book! I am so glad I was able to read this book. I finished this book in a few hours, and I am so glad I was able to read this book. It had the perfect sweetness to it that I needed after the book that I read before this one. I have never really read the first book, Taut Strings; however, I am so glad I took a chance on this book. I will definitely be reading the first book in this series.
I loved Molly’s story and that this book was a second chance romance, well, at least for one of her men. I loved Mason’s vulnerable side that he showed in the book. It made me really love the story even more. I also enjoyed the way that Kaz opened up to Molly because he had a hard time with that. I really liked this story that it had to do with the music industry and that they were all still trying to be independent about their career but still wanted to be with each other and work it out together.
Now, I don’t normally read a lot of ménage stories, but I really enjoyed this storyline and how well it flowed from each chapter. The spark between the characters was sizzling, which I loved! I thought that it was a good pace to read the book; it wasn't too fast or too slow for me to read, perfect pace! Overall, perfect read, and this is one I would not mind reading again.
I loved this book! I am so glad I was able to read this book. I finished this book in a few hours, and I am so glad I was able to read this book. It had the perfect sweetness to it that I needed after the book that I read before this one. I have never really read the first book, Taut Strings; however, I am so glad I took a chance on this book. I will definitely be reading the first book in this series.
I loved Molly’s story and that this book was a second chance romance, well, at least for one of her men. I loved Mason’s vulnerable side that he showed in the book. It made me really love the story even more. I also enjoyed the way that Kaz opened up to Molly because he had a hard time with that. I really liked this story that it had to do with the music industry and that they were all still trying to be independent about their career but still wanted to be with each other and work it out together.
Now, I don’t normally read a lot of ménage stories, but I really enjoyed this storyline and how well it flowed from each chapter. The spark between the characters was sizzling, which I loved! I thought that it was a good pace to read the book; it wasn't too fast or too slow for me to read, perfect pace! Overall, perfect read, and this is one I would not mind reading again.
March 1, 2022
Bold Rhythm is part of the River Valley Rebels series and while you don’t need to read the other books in the series, it would enhance your reading experience.
When I read Taunt Strings last year I fell in love with the world the Gabrielle was creating. Molly and Mason were stand out side characters to me.
There are aspects of Molly’s personality that I can wholly relate to, some are things I struggle with still and some I’ve outgrown. Her biggest issue is she tends to hold her cards close because she doesn’t want to be burden to anyone in her life. This absolutely causes issues for her and puts her in a situation she wouldn’t be in if she asked for help.
Mason and Kaz both have their own issues that they are struggling with. Mason thinking he’s over Molly but he also never told her the real reason he left school. It’s interesting to compare this Mason to Mason from Taunt Strings. Kaz wants to help Mason by keeping Molly distracted and when he starts to develop feelings, he hides it. Both boys have parental issues that definitely impacts their lives.
Since this is MFM there is no reason to have a favorite…but I absolutely do and it’s 100% Kaz. I have a type and I know it.
If I had any issues with this book it was that it felt too short to me and I really wanted more.
When I read Taunt Strings last year I fell in love with the world the Gabrielle was creating. Molly and Mason were stand out side characters to me.
There are aspects of Molly’s personality that I can wholly relate to, some are things I struggle with still and some I’ve outgrown. Her biggest issue is she tends to hold her cards close because she doesn’t want to be burden to anyone in her life. This absolutely causes issues for her and puts her in a situation she wouldn’t be in if she asked for help.
Mason and Kaz both have their own issues that they are struggling with. Mason thinking he’s over Molly but he also never told her the real reason he left school. It’s interesting to compare this Mason to Mason from Taunt Strings. Kaz wants to help Mason by keeping Molly distracted and when he starts to develop feelings, he hides it. Both boys have parental issues that definitely impacts their lives.
Since this is MFM there is no reason to have a favorite…but I absolutely do and it’s 100% Kaz. I have a type and I know it.
If I had any issues with this book it was that it felt too short to me and I really wanted more.
August 5, 2022
Such a great rockstar romance read. I thought this was going to be a traditional love triangle and that Molly was going to have to choose between her childhood friend, Mason, and his college room mate Kaz. Instead it was a heated and angsty menage romance. It is a bit of a slow burn. The relationship really builds and develops between the three to give them a solid foundation together. But when things heat up, the chemistry leaps from the page.
I loved the way Sands developed their evolving relationship and the depth of the emotions behind the resentments and misunderstandings between the three. I also love the way Sands crafts her characters. Kaz was a real surprise. He was dark and moody and distant to start with. But he actually became my favourite of the three (and i kinda loved his happy ending- a lovely piece of fantasy perfection- him finding his family and having resolution on childhood issues).
There are real life issues that underpin their relationship and at times I related so much to the emotions they were going through. This is a great rockstar romance that I read in one sitting as I was so drawn into their love story and their world.
I loved the way Sands developed their evolving relationship and the depth of the emotions behind the resentments and misunderstandings between the three. I also love the way Sands crafts her characters. Kaz was a real surprise. He was dark and moody and distant to start with. But he actually became my favourite of the three (and i kinda loved his happy ending- a lovely piece of fantasy perfection- him finding his family and having resolution on childhood issues).
There are real life issues that underpin their relationship and at times I related so much to the emotions they were going through. This is a great rockstar romance that I read in one sitting as I was so drawn into their love story and their world.
March 4, 2022
A Perfect Blend . . .
Molly is in for a surprise. She works in the music business now and her boss just assigned her a new client. Two amazingly hot rock stars are hers to assist and make even more successful. But when she attends the meeting, she never expected these two.
Mason is from her hometown. Kaz is his best friend from college. Molly had actually kissed both of them and played spin-the-bottle. Now they will make her work hard to gain them even more popularity. So she vows to keep things professional while they spend those hours and days working closely together. But the sparks that sizzle among them are going to make that a difficult vow to keep. Will they open their hearts to the kind of special connection they need to be together and support each other?
The author did a wonderful job with character development so that their coming together was a perfect blend for all. The story line was also done well and kept the reader’s interest. Grab your copy and share their story.
Molly is in for a surprise. She works in the music business now and her boss just assigned her a new client. Two amazingly hot rock stars are hers to assist and make even more successful. But when she attends the meeting, she never expected these two.
Mason is from her hometown. Kaz is his best friend from college. Molly had actually kissed both of them and played spin-the-bottle. Now they will make her work hard to gain them even more popularity. So she vows to keep things professional while they spend those hours and days working closely together. But the sparks that sizzle among them are going to make that a difficult vow to keep. Will they open their hearts to the kind of special connection they need to be together and support each other?
The author did a wonderful job with character development so that their coming together was a perfect blend for all. The story line was also done well and kept the reader’s interest. Grab your copy and share their story.
February 27, 2022
‣ rockstar
‣ MFM
‣ second chance
‣ enemies to lovers
‣ found family
“ℍ𝕖 𝕜𝕟𝕖𝕨 𝕙𝕠𝕨 𝕥𝕠 𝕕𝕒𝕟𝕔𝕖 𝕨𝕚𝕥𝕙 𝕥𝕙𝕖 𝕨𝕚𝕝𝕕 𝕥𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘 𝕚𝕟𝕤𝕚𝕕𝕖 𝕠𝕗 𝕞𝕖, 𝕝𝕦𝕣𝕖 𝕙𝕖𝕣 𝕠𝕦𝕥, 𝕞𝕒𝕜𝕖 𝕙𝕖𝕣 𝕗𝕖𝕖𝕝 𝕣𝕚𝕘𝕙𝕥 𝕒𝕥 𝕙𝕠𝕞𝕖.”
Molly and Mason were first introduced in Taut Strings. And I knew at some point they would get their own story, but what I didn’t expect was the addition of Kaz. And what a good surprise it was because 🔥🔥
Mason and Kaz met in college and they instantly formed a friendship, I loved their dynamic and how they just get each other.
Molly is a rule follower and she try’s hard to never stray, but when she’s around Mason and Kaz, her wild side wants to come out to play.
When Molly comes to work for Mason and Kaz tension between them rises. There’s jealousy, lashing out, and secretive moments. But when Mason and Kaz decided to give a relationship with Molly a go because they don’t want to be without her? 😮💨😮💨
It was also fun to see more of Ade and her guys. 💖
‣ MFM
‣ second chance
‣ enemies to lovers
‣ found family
“ℍ𝕖 𝕜𝕟𝕖𝕨 𝕙𝕠𝕨 𝕥𝕠 𝕕𝕒𝕟𝕔𝕖 𝕨𝕚𝕥𝕙 𝕥𝕙𝕖 𝕨𝕚𝕝𝕕 𝕥𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘 𝕚𝕟𝕤𝕚𝕕𝕖 𝕠𝕗 𝕞𝕖, 𝕝𝕦𝕣𝕖 𝕙𝕖𝕣 𝕠𝕦𝕥, 𝕞𝕒𝕜𝕖 𝕙𝕖𝕣 𝕗𝕖𝕖𝕝 𝕣𝕚𝕘𝕙𝕥 𝕒𝕥 𝕙𝕠𝕞𝕖.”
Molly and Mason were first introduced in Taut Strings. And I knew at some point they would get their own story, but what I didn’t expect was the addition of Kaz. And what a good surprise it was because 🔥🔥
Mason and Kaz met in college and they instantly formed a friendship, I loved their dynamic and how they just get each other.
Molly is a rule follower and she try’s hard to never stray, but when she’s around Mason and Kaz, her wild side wants to come out to play.
When Molly comes to work for Mason and Kaz tension between them rises. There’s jealousy, lashing out, and secretive moments. But when Mason and Kaz decided to give a relationship with Molly a go because they don’t want to be without her? 😮💨😮💨
It was also fun to see more of Ade and her guys. 💖
March 2, 2022
I loved this book, it had a lot of factors that I personally love to read. One the characters obviously had a past so it is a second chance romance. I also love when there's more than one love interest! It's so fun to read the dynamic between all of them and see how their relationship develops differently with each of them but it still works. Also they're freaking rockstars, how could I not read this? Gabrielle did such a great job with the development of the characters throughout the book that it was enjoyable to keep reading it. I was so sad when it was over because I needed to see how their relationship progressed. I could feel like a connection between Kaz and Mason that I would have liked to be explored a bit more. I mean they expressed that they both needed one another and I was getting that vibe that something more could happen. All in all, this story was wonderful and can't wait to read more from this author, she truly writes so well.
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