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frenchpressbookworm's review against another edition
4.0
4 stars
Seriously shocked with how much I loved this it not only flowed so well but it made sense. Jude got exactly what he needed in a way he needed it. I loved the three together. Archie wasn’t my favorite but he fit well
Seriously shocked with how much I loved this it not only flowed so well but it made sense. Jude got exactly what he needed in a way he needed it. I loved the three together. Archie wasn’t my favorite but he fit well
mette60's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
dreamofhorses24's review against another edition
5.0
I couldn’t stop smiling
I loved it! BDSM and Daddy Kink? Yes please! This book made me ridiculously happy. I’m so glad that Jude got his crap sorted out and Archer got his Hea! I absolutely cannot wait to read Benji’s book and see what happens with the band!
I loved it! BDSM and Daddy Kink? Yes please! This book made me ridiculously happy. I’m so glad that Jude got his crap sorted out and Archer got his Hea! I absolutely cannot wait to read Benji’s book and see what happens with the band!
mynameiskate2807's review against another edition
5.0
**********Contains Spoilers**********
I really enjoyed this book. If k*nk isn’t your think you’re not going to like this book as it’s featured heavily throughout. Bennett is a d*m, Archer ends up being a d*ddy as he’s a caretaker and Jude’s a s*b. Archer and Bennett used to date 16 years ago but ended up breaking up even though they were great together and loved each other a lot as they just couldn’t click in the bedroom they had too similar tastes. They both still care about each other. Archer has been Managing Downward Spiral for the last 10 years and he cares and worries about them, he’s tried everything but he’s worried Lincoln is eventually going to end up k*lling himself by cutting too deep or Jude is going to end up having a dr*g overdose. The band needs a break. He decides he can’t help Jude anymore so he decides to suck it up and call his ex Bennett to look straighten out Jude since he’s a celebrity handler and he’s the best in the business so he can keep Jude in line.
The chemistry between Jude, Bennett & Archer was completely off the charts. All I can say is I really didn’t expect the reason Jude started living up to the rock star lifestyle by sleeping around but only with ho*kers and taking dr*gs but it makes sense after his upbringing with a neglectful pr*ck of a father that just didn’t care so he tried to act out to see if his father would end up paying attention to him so when Archer rejected him at 18 years old and told him that he should be partying he took it as that so he went all out. He’s acting out as an adult just like he did as a child to see if Archer cares enough to pay attention to him. Jude’s a little brat to start with but it doesn’t take Bennett long to realise what Jude needs his his firm hand as well as Archer’s tender care as Bennett’s not really a soft touch. Jude ends up being the bridge that Bennett and Archer need to make things work in the bedroom. It’s amazing how much Jude changes during this book with their guidance, support and love. I’m looking forward to reading Benji and Paris’s story next. I’d definitely recommend this book, series and author to everyone.
I really enjoyed this book. If k*nk isn’t your think you’re not going to like this book as it’s featured heavily throughout. Bennett is a d*m, Archer ends up being a d*ddy as he’s a caretaker and Jude’s a s*b. Archer and Bennett used to date 16 years ago but ended up breaking up even though they were great together and loved each other a lot as they just couldn’t click in the bedroom they had too similar tastes. They both still care about each other. Archer has been Managing Downward Spiral for the last 10 years and he cares and worries about them, he’s tried everything but he’s worried Lincoln is eventually going to end up k*lling himself by cutting too deep or Jude is going to end up having a dr*g overdose. The band needs a break. He decides he can’t help Jude anymore so he decides to suck it up and call his ex Bennett to look straighten out Jude since he’s a celebrity handler and he’s the best in the business so he can keep Jude in line.
The chemistry between Jude, Bennett & Archer was completely off the charts. All I can say is I really didn’t expect the reason Jude started living up to the rock star lifestyle by sleeping around but only with ho*kers and taking dr*gs but it makes sense after his upbringing with a neglectful pr*ck of a father that just didn’t care so he tried to act out to see if his father would end up paying attention to him so when Archer rejected him at 18 years old and told him that he should be partying he took it as that so he went all out. He’s acting out as an adult just like he did as a child to see if Archer cares enough to pay attention to him. Jude’s a little brat to start with but it doesn’t take Bennett long to realise what Jude needs his his firm hand as well as Archer’s tender care as Bennett’s not really a soft touch. Jude ends up being the bridge that Bennett and Archer need to make things work in the bedroom. It’s amazing how much Jude changes during this book with their guidance, support and love. I’m looking forward to reading Benji and Paris’s story next. I’d definitely recommend this book, series and author to everyone.
karentje's review against another edition
5.0
A kinky mmm romance with three wonderful and complex main characters, each one well-rounded and interesting. Together they were simply irresistible!
Bennet and Archer have a past together and still love each other despite having broken up years ago, so that could have put them on an uneven footing with Jude, but that doesn’t happen. The author makes sure that they are all equals in this relationship, every man bringing something unique to it and finding love and care with the other two in equal measure. There are several very moving moments in the story, and all three men have moments of weakness and vulnerability. It was great to see them learn to trust one another and give in to their growing feelings, or acknowledging feelings that were there all along.
The only thing that I would have liked to have seen developed a bit more fully is the emotional bond between Jude and Bennett. I’d have preferred them to get to know each other better before dropping the L-word, outside of their D/S connection, that is. I did really like the way the author incorporated the bdsm-aspect of Jude’s and Ben’s relationship into the story, as well as how she made Archer fit into it too. I think this is one of the best daddy kink stories I’ve read so far and I loved the way both Archer and Jude slowly discovered that part of themselves.
I found it a bit unrealistic that Jude shrugs off his drug addiction so easily. I’d have expected that part of him getting his act together would have been harder. It didn’t lessen my enjoyment of the story one bit, however.
The occasional flashbacks were a great way to explain certain things and really brought home what these characters have been through.
We get glimpses of what’s happening with the other band members during their “vacation”, which was great. Not enough to distract us from the MC’s of this book, but still plenty to be able to fully appreciate the importance of the connection between the band members and how their rise to fame impacted their lives. For better and worse.
I was struck by the significance of the book’s title and really liked the play on words. Jude is the heart, the linchpin in the relationship between the three men, and they definitely have to follow their own path in order to find happiness.
I absolutely loved this story and I can’t wait to find out what happens next in this series!
Bennet and Archer have a past together and still love each other despite having broken up years ago, so that could have put them on an uneven footing with Jude, but that doesn’t happen. The author makes sure that they are all equals in this relationship, every man bringing something unique to it and finding love and care with the other two in equal measure. There are several very moving moments in the story, and all three men have moments of weakness and vulnerability. It was great to see them learn to trust one another and give in to their growing feelings, or acknowledging feelings that were there all along.
The only thing that I would have liked to have seen developed a bit more fully is the emotional bond between Jude and Bennett. I’d have preferred them to get to know each other better before dropping the L-word, outside of their D/S connection, that is. I did really like the way the author incorporated the bdsm-aspect of Jude’s and Ben’s relationship into the story, as well as how she made Archer fit into it too. I think this is one of the best daddy kink stories I’ve read so far and I loved the way both Archer and Jude slowly discovered that part of themselves.
I found it a bit unrealistic that Jude shrugs off his drug addiction so easily. I’d have expected that part of him getting his act together would have been harder. It didn’t lessen my enjoyment of the story one bit, however.
The occasional flashbacks were a great way to explain certain things and really brought home what these characters have been through.
We get glimpses of what’s happening with the other band members during their “vacation”, which was great. Not enough to distract us from the MC’s of this book, but still plenty to be able to fully appreciate the importance of the connection between the band members and how their rise to fame impacted their lives. For better and worse.
I was struck by the significance of the book’s title and really liked the play on words. Jude is the heart, the linchpin in the relationship between the three men, and they definitely have to follow their own path in order to find happiness.
I absolutely loved this story and I can’t wait to find out what happens next in this series!
tltravis's review against another edition
5.0
Not what I expected at all
It was even better! Holy hell, this sensitive guy carried the weight of the world on his shoulders. I felt so badly for him. Healing him actually helped two others in the process. Loved it!
It was even better! Holy hell, this sensitive guy carried the weight of the world on his shoulders. I felt so badly for him. Healing him actually helped two others in the process. Loved it!
ccreadsbooks_'s review against another edition
5.0
I love this book!
This one snuck up on me, it was good, I was enjoying it, then all of a sudden IT WAS REALLY REALLY REALLY GOOD. A perfect read if you’re ready for just a little bit of D/S or Daddy kink. Flowing from scene to scene with a natural story and interesting characters I truly recommend this book!
This one snuck up on me, it was good, I was enjoying it, then all of a sudden IT WAS REALLY REALLY REALLY GOOD. A perfect read if you’re ready for just a little bit of D/S or Daddy kink. Flowing from scene to scene with a natural story and interesting characters I truly recommend this book!
jessilwow12's review against another edition
5.0
I have been dying waiting for this book!!! The tiny hint of it in the previous book drove me crazy and I couldn't wait! Poor Jude and his tortured soul screamed he needed help and the fact that it takes two very strong men who are so drastically different! Just the dynamic that these three men have is scorching but in the quiet moments it warms the heart. Jude is spark but it takes Archer and Bennett to keep the fire going for these three. Watching them find and accept the balance needed to make them work is hard but so worth the wait and I just loved this from page one. The best MMM Kyleen has written IMO. I can't wait to see what else she has in store for the entire band but this is by far my favorite of this series so far.
cadiva's review against another edition
5.0
Another fabulous entry in the Replay series from K.M. Neuhold. It takes skill to write any believable relationship but, for me anyway, there's an even greater risk in writing about multiples and making it feel like you're watching a real-life throuple or more.
In Beat of Their Own Drum K.M. nails it perfectly. I felt all the love and pent-up frustration that both Archer and Bennett had been dealing with since their split 16 years earlier, and how they were desperately trying to find their way back to reconnecting in a way which could take them forward.
Jude fit into that gap perfectly, he was exactly the bridge that was missing from their earlier relationship and the one that they didn't realise was the missing piece until Archer called in Bennett to try and get Jude off the rails.
This story once again happens concurrently with the other band members' stories so we see a slice of the relationship which has been alluded to in both Lincoln and Lando's books and I really love this way of doing things. It brings an added depth when you see, as a reader, the detailed part of what was only hinted at elsewhere.
The BDSM in this one is light, Jude needs the discipline Bennett gives him but he also needs Asher to be his Daddy, to show him he's loved and cared for. The three of them together make up one perfect relationship.
Now just Benji's romance is left and I have to say, the sneak peek we got in this one intrigued me to no end!
#ARC kindly received from the author in return for an honest and unbiased review
In Beat of Their Own Drum K.M. nails it perfectly. I felt all the love and pent-up frustration that both Archer and Bennett had been dealing with since their split 16 years earlier, and how they were desperately trying to find their way back to reconnecting in a way which could take them forward.
Jude fit into that gap perfectly, he was exactly the bridge that was missing from their earlier relationship and the one that they didn't realise was the missing piece until Archer called in Bennett to try and get Jude off the rails.
This story once again happens concurrently with the other band members' stories so we see a slice of the relationship which has been alluded to in both Lincoln and Lando's books and I really love this way of doing things. It brings an added depth when you see, as a reader, the detailed part of what was only hinted at elsewhere.
The BDSM in this one is light, Jude needs the discipline Bennett gives him but he also needs Asher to be his Daddy, to show him he's loved and cared for. The three of them together make up one perfect relationship.
Now just Benji's romance is left and I have to say, the sneak peek we got in this one intrigued me to no end!
#ARC kindly received from the author in return for an honest and unbiased review
linda_marian's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25