Forever Grayson

Forever 18 #1

by Heather Young-Nichols

One night with a rockstar three years ago could ruin everything.

Grayson

It was supposed to be one night then I’d never see her again.
Now she’s back in my life and I realize that she’s what I’ve been longing for.
Then I see something I can’t forget and plan to catch her in her lie.
Get back at her somehow for keeping this from me.
I have money. I have fame.
I’ll use all of it to get what’s mine.
Turns out, I fell in love with her before I knew the feelings existed.
I never let my heart get involved.
Now I don’t want the women who fall all over me.
That’s too easy.
I want the challenge.

Lilah

Hooking up with Grayson is a memory I keep for myself.
He wasn’t famous then.
Now that everyone knows who he is, I like to think that night was special.
I’ve been kidding myself all this time.
When I get the job of my dreams, I’ll have to work alongside him.
I promise myself that I won’t fall for him because that would be easy to do.
Then something changes.
Something I can’t figure out.
He thinks I’m lying to him.
Whatever it is might cost me everything.

FOREVER GRAYSON is book 1 in a new steamy rockstar romance series FOREVER 18. Start reading now and you’ll be screaming for more.

Genres: Contemporary

Unknown Binding

First published May 24, 2022

About the author

Heather Young-Nichols is a USA Today Bestselling author of contemporary and paranormal romances. She writes swoony heroes and snarly heroines with a heap of romance.

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Reviews

[Doris · Rating 5 out of 5]

So Happy for Another Rock Series From This Author

Grayson met Lilah in a bar three years ago. The only thing they knew was each other’s first name and they also knew that this was something more with the intense chemistry between them but destiny tore them apart. Grayson’s band was about to sign with a manager that very night which would propel the band, Forever 18, into stardom.

Now there was an amazing opportunity for Lilah and her BFF Becca which was a job with a rock band as their stylist. Once Lilah found out the band’s name, she was ready to back out of this offer. What would it take to get her to accept this and would her heart be on the line and would Grayson even remember her especially after living his rock star life?

The connection between Grayson and Lilah was amazing!! The author created a great story line with amazing characters that leaves me wanting for more of the guys from Forever 18.

[Kristen Lewendon · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had so much fun with this introduction to Forever 18. Grayson and Lilah are wonderfully complex characters. They have instant chemistry, but they also have some unresolved family baggage that make for extra challenges between them. Even though they kind of jump in with both feet, they still take it a little slower to build their actual relationship. I really liked seeing that, and watching them come back together to talk through their problems. Now that we’ve started to get to know the band members, I can’t wait to read more about Forever 18.
I received a complimentary advanced copy of this book through Booksprout.

[Sophie Koufes · Rating 4 out of 5]

Forever Grayson (Forever 18 book One) is the newest rockstar romance by this author. A swift read that drew me in with its synopsis. I liked the characters and the chemistry between them was balmy. The plot dabbles with a morsel of angst. The ending leads into book two which I'm looking forward to reading.

[Tracy H · Rating 4 out of 5]

Forever Grayson: A Rockstar Romance
Book 1 of Forever 18
Heather Young-Nichols

The book was great but ending wasn't the best for me. It tied everything up in a nice little bow but it just ended. I loved the way the characters were well written and the storyline flowed well.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Emily Pennington · Rating 5 out of 5]

Grayson and Lilah's Story . . .

Grayson Cook and the rock band, Forever 18, were playing in a bar before they made it big. Grayson meets Lilah and they have a one-night-stand in his van in the parking lot. Interrupted by one of the band members, he returned to the bar and she left. All either had was the first name and no way to contact each other. But their connection that night was remembered by both of them.

Three years later, Lilah is offered a job as stylist for a band and it turns out to be Grayson’s band. She wants to refuse the job, but is urged to take it. And it seems their connection to each other still exists, and they get even closer as they work together. Then Grayson doesn’t text her like he promised, and when he tells her that he saw her and is too angry to talk about it, she has no idea what he is referring to. He made an off-base assumption and believed she lied to him. He wants to catch her in that lie, and is furious that she kept this from him. With a misunderstanding derailing their relationship already, will they split up over it when he won’t talk to her? Will she find out what he thinks he knows and be able to straighten things out? Or is it over for both of them now?

[Anij · Rating 4 out of 5]

“I don’t make promises that I can’t keep.”

I loved Heather’s Pushing Daisies series and Forever Grayson is a great start to her new series. I’m a huge fan of rockstar romances. It’s my favorite genre. This book is such good fun. Grayson is a wonderful hero, I loved getting the chance to meet him before they were anything more than young guys with talent, a dream and doubts. I think it made him more relatable. I think I needed that because he was far from perfect. He’s not a jaded, womanizing typical bad boy rockstar and I found him interesting. He and Lilah have great chemistry and I felt all through the book that they belong together.

London’s book is next. I have a feeling I’ll really enjoy it as well and I’m confident this will be another successful series.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Maddy Matos · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love when I’m a chapter or two into a book and know it’s going to be a great read. Lilah met Grayson at a bar one night and they had a connection and a quickie in a van. Her life was at a turning point and his took off that night. It was a one night stand but neither of them forgot it. Three years later and she ends up as part of his employee entourage. He couldn’t be happier to see her but she makes it clear that nothing can happen because she works for him. The chemistry of these two is off the hook. When Grayson kissed Lilah it was hot and when they finally got together my Kindle exploded. This story sucks you in from page one. I started reading it this afternoon and haven’t been able to stop. Loved loved loved this book, I’m giving it five stars and highly recommend it. Now it’s on to book two.

[Narci · Rating 4 out of 5]

Grayson is on the verge of being a rock star when he runs into a beautiful woman at a gig, they have instant chemistry. Lilah had just quit design school and was heading home when she stopped at a bar and heard an amazing band, she had a one-night stand with one of the band members. Grayson and Lilah had an amazing connection during their one-night stand, so much so that it left an impression that would last until they met again. Grayson never thought he would see Lilah again without a last name or number, especially three years later. Lilah always knew the sexy guy she had her one and only one night stand with would someday be a famous rockstar, she never thought she would be his stylist. This is a cute story of true love, of finding your soul mate and embracing for their forever.

[Misty Warner · Rating 5 out of 5]

I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC of this book. This was a new author for me and the 1st book in the Forever 18 series. A new Rockstar romance featuring all the band members. This second chance romance was so good and the chemistry between these two was off the charts.
Before Grayson was a famous Rockstar, playing in dive bars. He met Lilah. Sparks flew from the moment they saw each other.
3 years later. Lilac is given her dream job. She's excited but dreading it at the same time.
Grayson can't believe his luck. The girl of his dreams just walked back into his life. Perfect timing since he's grown tired of the Rockstar life and is looking for the one that got away. Now to show her just how much they belong together.

[R M · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.75 (rock) stars

3.75
This was sweet and simple. A forever love from a one-night stand.
Lilah and Grayson meet at the bar his band is playing on a fateful night. It’s the night his band got their manager who launched them into stardom.
One night in the band’s can, and they never forgot each other.
Fast forward three years. He’s a rockstar, burned out on the groupies. She’s followed his career in the media, and has been hired to be their stylist on tour.
Both of them have terrible scars from childhoods with a terrible parent.
It almost costs their relationship. But, then they get real with each other.
This was a quick read. A simple but also complex story.
I’m looking forward to the stories with the other band members.

[Barbara · Rating 4 out of 5]

I've read other books by Heather Young-Nichols and was looking forward to the start of this new series. Heather has not disappointed. Grayson is part of rock group - Forever 18. He meets Lilah before they make it big. There's instant attraction and they both throw caution to the wind. When their interlude is cut short, she walks off into the night without a second glance. Three years later, the band has made it big and are looking for a new stylist. When Lilah finds out who the job is for, she doesn't want to accept, but her friend has other ideas. Plenty of drama, chemistry and some angst as this story unfolds. Looking forward to reading more in this series.

[Sharon Moritz-rosenthal · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was an awesome second chance at love for Grayson, who is a rock n roller with the band Forever 18 and Lilah, the girl he had a one night stand with three years before. She is hired to work for his band and it reunites them but he has to convince her to give him his shot.

This was a really hot, sweet, sexy and wonderful romance and I loved the big scene where they get reunited. Then I loved how hard Greyson works to try and get her to give him a shot even though Lilah is nervous about dating someone she works with.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Cathylynn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Grayson is an upcoming rock star, and when Lilah and Grayson hook up, then they are gone from each other's lives. Fast forward his band Forever 18 is hitting it big and he and his band are famous now. She is offered a job and she is encouraged to take so. She does but Grayson thinks Lilah is lying to him. This misunderstanding could derail their relationship before it even gets started again. Grayson and Lilah are both strong characters and they are meant for each other. The fact that they each remembered the one night together. Great start and cannot wait for the next book to come out.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Juliana Ignácio · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lilah and Grayson met at a bar and spent a hot night together.
Three years later, with Grayson's band Forever 18 making a big success, they need a new stylist for the band. Lilah doesn't want to apply, but her best friend decides to submit her portfolio and she ends up being chosen.
When Lilah and Grayson are reunited, sparks fly, but she’s wary of getting close to him and harming her work. However, the more time they spend together, it becomes evident that the feelings between them only grow.
But when Grayson sees one thing and believes that Lilah may have tricked him, things can turn bad between them.
I loved the story and the characters. I highly recommend the reading.

[Nancie Blume · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sexy rock stars!

They say if the vans a'rocking , don't come knocking but that's what happened the first time Grayson and Lila got together! But it was the knock of a lifetime bc it was Forever 18's shot at fame! Three years later, Lila gets her chance of a lifetime and her dream job, and with Forever 18 so they both get their forever love of a lifetime! This is the first book in Forever 18 series by Heather Young Nichols and just like the Courting Chaos series, I'll binge read this series just as fast! Definitely recommend checking out these series, especially if you love reading about sexy rock stars!

[Vilma · Rating 4 out of 5]

This delivered on the rockstar, second chance romance storyline. Grayson and Lilah meet before Grayson’s band, Forever 18 becomes famous. They have instant chemistry, and do their thing, but it doesn’t last.

Fast forward to Forever 18 needing Lilah’s service and she and Grayson are reunited.

After many misunderstandings and twists in the story, they eventually find their way back to each other and a happy ending.

I received a free copy of Forever Grayson and I am voluntarily leaving this honest review.

[Dee Mac · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lilah and Grayson meet and hook up on the night his band is discovered, but no details are exchanged. Three years later she’s given the career opportunity of a lifetime, working as his bands stylist. It’s a little awkward but they soon get on track and things heat up. A misunderstanding and bad pasts lead to it all almost imploding but they work it out for a great beginning to their HEA. Steamy, sweet, a great story and some wonderful characters, can’t wait for the next book.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Coffee Chat · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this story. It took a long time for this book to get here, and it was well worth the wait. This is the start of a new series and appears to be another good one from this author. The characters are captivating and well defined. They had one night, then 3 years pass until they see each other again. Then sparks fly. The story is intriguing and well developed. I enjoyed reading and look forward to reading more books in this new series.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Grayson and Lilah had one steamy unforgettable night together years before and now three years later he's a famous rockstar and she gets hired to be his stylist. The spark's still there but when a misunderstanding comes between them will they get their happily ever after. This is a second chance love story with believable characters and a great ending. Forever Grayson is book on in the Forever 18 series and I look forward to reading the next book in this series. I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book.

[Mindy Lopez · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is Book 1 in the Forever 18 Series by this author. It is a heartfelt, second chance romance between Lilah and Grayson who had a one night stand three years ago. These likeable characters, the strong connection, the combustible chemistry, and the unique plot make for an enjoyable read. Once they reconnect, it is a bumpy ride with some steam, drama, humor, twists and turns, and engaging secondary characters to keep the reader interested. A sweet love story.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Shannon Pennockl · Rating 3 out of 5]

Just ok

I really wanted to like this book. The main character seemed like a great character and rock and roll stories are my favorite. However, this book didn't really have any problems for the main characters. Best friend Becca was really annoying and there were few times I really wanted the main female character to just shove her out of the way. She was a pain. Everything seems to happen so fast and there is1 small misunderstanding but they solve it quickly. No tension, no angst or anything like that. The next thing I know, it's over! It was just ok.

[Nancy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Grayson is the lead singer of Forever 18. The group is playing in a dive bar when Lilah walked in. They instantly connected for a short time. Three years later, Forever 18 made it to the big time. Lilah has been hired as the stylist. Will Grayson recognize her? Will this be their second chance? Great start.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Shannon Cameron · Rating 4 out of 5]

A dynamic series starter. I found the plot line engaging and entertaining. However I was pulled out of it too often by some error/inconsistencies. However, I’ve messaged the author regarding them so that hopefully they can get sorted out quickly and fixed for later purchases.
That’s the main reason for it being 4 stars rather than 5.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Mary · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a rock star romance about Lilah and Grayson. It is the first story in the new "Forever 18" series. Grayson is part of the band Forever 18. He and Lilah meet in a bar that they are performing in. The attraction is instant and they jump into a hot moment. Then she walks away. Fast forward three years and the band needs a new stylist. These two are great together. They have some amazing chemistry. I love how the story builds with a little angst and little drama.

[Amy · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed Forever Grayson by Heather Young-Nichols. What a great start to the new series. Heather does a great job writing in the rock star genre - I instantly fall in love with her complicated rockers and the women who fall for them. This story did not disappoint and I can’t wait to read more within this series and see where the plotlines will take us.
A great addition to any book collection.
Happy Reading...enjoy!

[Milka Montalvo · Rating 2 out of 5]

I read the whole book because I never leave anything half way, it was really hard to read because it just doesn’t make sense, the characters meet 3 years ago and had a one night of not hat great sex but yes, he couldn’t forget about her, neither could she. They meet yet again 3 years after and it’s right on, full of empeines, with stupid miss understandings, but yet at the end, you feel like pages are missing, I keep making sure I didn’t skip a page, it was not really an ending or a great story line, not so much for love and romance, it is the first time I don’t even bother to read the next book.

[Patti Snyder · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome Book

I've read books about rockstar's stylists before. But always already on tour. This was different, in a good way. The prep before the tour. And yes there is a couple involved or it wouldn't be a Rockstar Romance book. The story of Grayson, Forever18's lead singer and Lilah the new head stylist is interesting. From a 1night stand 3 years ago, then poof his bands new stylist. The sex is off the charts hot. The story in between has great angst, which I love.

[Debra Soehner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lilah is a fashion school drop out that is a personal shopper until she gets a job as a stylist for the band Forever 18. Problem is that she had a one night affair with the lead singer, Grayson before they hit it big. What will he think when they meet again? Great author and novel.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Brenda Moser · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an entertaining rock star romance with strong characters in Lilah and Grayson. They have a one nighter before he became famous. Now, three years later, they meet again. The author paints her scenes perfectly and delivers another great read.

I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and freely given.

[Maja · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a story about Grayson and Lilah. If you love reading stories about rockers this author is the way to go. Characters, storyline everything is superb. The story will make you laugh from the start. I enjoyed it very much and if I could I would give this story more than 5 stars.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.