Rhythms of Love: An Anthology

by Beverly Jenkins, Elaine Overton

Four hearts. Two stories. One melody of love.

You Sang to Me by Beverly Jenkins

Sassy streetwise crooner Regina Carson is still dreaming of her big break. And when Jamal Watts hears the stunning songbird, he's ready to sign her to his label. The love-burned producer isn't prepared for the passion Regina unleashes in him. Suddenly they're both hitting all the right notes. But Regina isn't ready to trust her heart—unless this gorgeous, caring man can show her how, together, they can make the most beautiful music of all….

Beats of My Heart by Elaine Overton

Rayne Philips worked hard to turn her jazz club into the hottest downtown scene in the city. But her latest hire—hot young guitarist Tristan Daniels—is throwing off her rhythm. Tristan's star is on the rise and he wants to make more than sweet music with the sultry club owner. Can the mixed medley of the past turn into a brand-new tempo—the tempo of love?

Genres: Romance, African American Romance

224 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published January 1, 2010

About the author

Beverly Jenkins is the recipient of the 2017 Romance Writers of America Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award, as well as the 2016 Romantic Times Reviewers’ Choice Award for historical romance.

She has been nominated for the NAACP Image Award in Literature, was featured both in the documentary “Love Between the Covers” and on CBS Sunday Morning.

Since the publication of Night Song in 1994, she has been leading the charge for inclusive romance, and has been a constant darling of reviewers, fans, and her peers alike, garnering accolades for her work from the likes of The Wall Street Journal, People Magazine, and NPR. Her critically acclaimed Blessings series has been optioned for film by John Legend’s and Mike Jackson’s production company Get Lifted, and Hollywood and Broadway powerhouse Deborah Martin Chase. 

To read more about Beverly and sign up for her newsletter, visit her at www.BeverlyJenkins.net. 

Reviews

[L. · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed these two short stories. Both deal with talented people, one who has given up on becoming famous and the other who decides its time to see if he has as much talent as he believes he has. Both characters are very talented people but can they survive the competitive, cut throat world of music? A lot depends on who has your back and both Regina Carson and Tristan Daniels must decide who they can trust and what they have to let go of.

[Bari E. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Read

Both stories represent the best in romance. Characters with flaws and baggage are able to overcome the obstacles and let love rule.

Jenkins is a favorite author; Overton is a first read author, but enjoyed both immensely.

[Liz · Rating 3 out of 5]

Beverly Jenkins' story was good. Overton's was annoying to me.

[Kasey Statum · Rating 5 out of 5]

good read

I enjoyed these stories. I LOVE BEVERLY JENKINS so this was an extra treat. Now I’ve another author to add to my list.

[Julie · Rating 4 out of 5]

For hearts and two stories of love.

[Teaguem2005 · Rating 3 out of 5]

Ok read. 2 separate stories with music being the common thread. Neither story can be considered "must reads".

In You Sang To Me, Reggie is a hotel worker afraid to try her hand singing professionally after being burned years earlier. Music producer Jamal Reynolds hears her sing and offers her a deal she turns down. He pursues her personally and professionally.

In Beats Of My Heart Tristan Daniels was a teacher by trade but a musician by soul. He goes to NY to pursue his music and meets Rayne. I predicted who she turned out to be. I had to speed read thru this story just to finish bc it just didn't hold my attention.

[Jess (Jess.Keep.Reading) · Rating 2 out of 5]

Beverly Jenkins book was the best of the two stories, but they both were trite.

[Carla wynn · Rating 3 out of 5]

Quick read, stories were enjoyable.