Release Review: Ever Lonely: Kimberly Lauren
Release Date October 9, 2018
A STORY OF LIGHTS, CAMERA, FLASHES - FROM THE AUTHOR OF BEAUTIFUL BROKEN RULES
Ever James is a platinum-selling rock star, who has purposely made a reputation for herself as the industry’s favorite wild girl. She’s been photographed partying hard and dating the hottest actors. She’s been caught in the middle of numerous wardrobe malfunctions and frequents the covers of gossip magazines with scandalous rumors of rehab, affairs and pregnancies. Only some are true.
She sings their songs. She poses for their pictures. She wears their clothes.
Until Rhett…
Rhett Grayson has one of the most sought-after spots in the New York subway system to play his music. Travelers fill his guitar case with enough money to pay his bills and buy a round of drinks for his friends every week. He has his own apartment in Manhattan. Who cares if he can touch the walls with his arms stretched out wide? It’s his.
When Rhett is unexpectedly asked to join Ever’s band as lead guitarist, will Ever be able to cope with a new bandmate who’s as infuriating as he is tempting? Can she show him it’s okay to step out of his comfort zone while he teaches her a thing or two along the way about staying true to herself?
Ever Jones is a beautiful rock superstar. She has money, fame, popularity, and an entourage. But she is also the puppet of her record label. They tell her what to sing, when to do it, when to get herself attention in social media, how to dress, and where to be. Even the other part of her power couple, her actor boyfriend is more interested in publicity than anything real.
When Ever is exposed to a soulful singer and his down-to-Earth friend group, it makes her want to step out of her box. But she had no idea that the raw and real singer, Rhett Grayson would soon become part of her life and business. Now he is part of her band and pushing and challenging her. He is fun, flirty, sweet, and humble.
She has issues that hold her back. She has always been insecure, and lonely, and tends to get walked all over. And now she is not even sure how stable and safe her own career is with all the changes and attention on Rhett. But he begins to encourage her to be who she wants to be, sing what she wants to sing, and stand up for herself. He sees the woman under the publicity mask, but he also scares her because he is so real.
When Ever is exposed to a soulful singer and his down-to-Earth friend group, it makes her want to step out of her box. But she had no idea that the raw and real singer, Rhett Grayson would soon become part of her life and business. Now he is part of her band and pushing and challenging her. He is fun, flirty, sweet, and humble.
She has issues that hold her back. She has always been insecure, and lonely, and tends to get walked all over. And now she is not even sure how stable and safe her own career is with all the changes and attention on Rhett. But he begins to encourage her to be who she wants to be, sing what she wants to sing, and stand up for herself. He sees the woman under the publicity mask, but he also scares her because he is so real.
This is a story about inspiration, trust, self worth, finding a voice, and taking chances. It has drama, angst, and questionable choices. This new world of rockstars, music, and celebrities is fun. Being part of the creative process and this crazy celebrity world is interesting. Ever and Rhett are so intense and care so deeply about the music. I loved seeing them push each other's boundaries and encourage growth. They had such sexual tension and chemistry, and I loved their banter and passion.
I had forgotten how Kimberly Lauren can suck me into a world and make me feel like the characters are real and that I am part of their friend group. I enjoyed all of their friends from both of their worlds...Lola, Beau, Rose, Jared, Nixon, Gage, Sienna, and Alex. They are all interesting, dynamic, well developed, and have fun banter and rapport. I am looking forward to more with the characters, but am also a little afraid of what drama might be coming their way. But the side characters also have stories brewing so I hope we get more progression with those as well.
I had forgotten how Kimberly Lauren can suck me into a world and make me feel like the characters are real and that I am part of their friend group. I enjoyed all of their friends from both of their worlds...Lola, Beau, Rose, Jared, Nixon, Gage, Sienna, and Alex. They are all interesting, dynamic, well developed, and have fun banter and rapport. I am looking forward to more with the characters, but am also a little afraid of what drama might be coming their way. But the side characters also have stories brewing so I hope we get more progression with those as well.
I received this book for free from the author in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
Kimberly Lauren is the bestselling author of Beautiful Broken Rules, Beautiful Broken Mess and Beautiful Broken Promises. Kimberly currently lives in Texas with her husband, two sons and their three dogs. She is a wanderer, an adventurer, and a traveler. She hasn't seen it all but it's on her list. Lately, if she's not traveling or chasing two little boys she gets some time to write a book.
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