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profromance's review against another edition
5.0
Overall Grade: 4.5 ⭐️
How does one write about Kylie Scott’s The Rhythm Method? This 1001 Dark Nights novella connects us back to her popular series, Stage Dive, and that band’s famous rockers. Is it fun to be back with the guys? Yes. Is Mal still misbehaving? Absolutely. In fact, he has an important part to play in this book, and, in true Mal form, he is insistent that you, the reader, know that. The theme of formed family is still very much apparent in the chaos of Scott’s story, and the whole book feels nostalgic as the band is here. The Rhythm Method is a quick read that simply makes you feel good.
Where I think it’s most important is the realism behind its quick story. The gravity of The Rhythm Method lies in the reality of becoming new parents. As I was reading Scott’s story, I was reminded of almost twenty-one years ago when I was a first-time mom. While my child’s birth isn’t as dramatic as the one in this story, the feelings behind it are very similar. Scott uses the scope of this story to articulate the discord that happens after becoming a parent. Even more, she exhorts her readers on the ways to process it. Between the humor of its characters and the challenges post-birth, there is the admonition to “heal thyself” with therapy and support, whether familial or paid.
By the end of The Rhythm Method, there is the promise of future stories in this world couched in hope, the hope that new parents can find their new normal with assistance and a fair amount of grace. This is exactly why I adore Kylie Scott’s storytelling: you get a dose of fun with a heaping spoonful of truth in love.
How does one write about Kylie Scott’s The Rhythm Method? This 1001 Dark Nights novella connects us back to her popular series, Stage Dive, and that band’s famous rockers. Is it fun to be back with the guys? Yes. Is Mal still misbehaving? Absolutely. In fact, he has an important part to play in this book, and, in true Mal form, he is insistent that you, the reader, know that. The theme of formed family is still very much apparent in the chaos of Scott’s story, and the whole book feels nostalgic as the band is here. The Rhythm Method is a quick read that simply makes you feel good.
Where I think it’s most important is the realism behind its quick story. The gravity of The Rhythm Method lies in the reality of becoming new parents. As I was reading Scott’s story, I was reminded of almost twenty-one years ago when I was a first-time mom. While my child’s birth isn’t as dramatic as the
By the end of The Rhythm Method, there is the promise of future stories in this world couched in hope, the hope that new parents can find their new normal with assistance and a fair amount of grace. This is exactly why I adore Kylie Scott’s storytelling: you get a dose of fun with a heaping spoonful of truth in love.
mooncricketjp's review against another edition
4.0
So not what I was expecting! Was so happy to see Ev and David again, though!
cassire's review against another edition
4.0
Just a pop back in with the favs. I liked it. I’m ready for another full book set in this world.
I voluntarily read an early copy.
I voluntarily read an early copy.
rose2796's review
challenging
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
Inhalt: „Happy End mit Rockstar“ von Kylie Scott ist eine Novella aus dem „Stage Drive“-Universum. Die Geschichte ist am 01.09.2022 als e-book bei LYX.digital erschienen. Man sollte mindestens den ersten Band gelesen haben, um an dieser Novella ihren Spaß zu haben, da es die Geschichte von dem Pärchen aus Band eins etwas weiterführt.
In der Kurzgeschichte erfährt man wie es bei Evelyn und David Ferris nach ihrem Happy End in Band eins weitergeht. David ist weiterhin mit seiner Band erfolgreich und geht immer noch auf Welttournee. Evelyn hingegen führt ihr eigenes Cafe. Ihre Zukunft haben sie geplant, aber plötzlich werden ihre Pläne über den Haufen geworfen und ihre Ehe und Liebe wird auf die Probe gestellt..
In der Kurzgeschichte erfährt man wie es bei Evelyn und David Ferris nach ihrem Happy End in Band eins weitergeht. David ist weiterhin mit seiner Band erfolgreich und geht immer noch auf Welttournee. Evelyn hingegen führt ihr eigenes Cafe. Ihre Zukunft haben sie geplant, aber plötzlich werden ihre Pläne über den Haufen geworfen und ihre Ehe und Liebe wird auf die Probe gestellt..
Meinung: Das Cover von der Novella passt sehr gut zu den alten Covern der Reihe. Für mich ist es nichts Besonderes, aber es hat hohes Wiedererkennungspotenzial. Der Schreibstil der Autorin ist wie bei den Büchern zuvor gut und flüssig lesbar. Die gewohnte Leichtigkeit lässt in diesem Buch allerdings etwas missen. Das mag aber auch an dem Thema der Geschichte hängen. Das mich das Buch nicht so ganz überzeugen konnte, liegt nicht an der Autorin oder ihrem Schreibstil. Ich persönlich bin einfach kein Fan von diesem Thema, egal wie gut es auch geschrieben ist. Da es eine Novella ist werde ich aber nicht weiter darauf eingehen.
Fazit: Es war schön nochmal in das Stage-Drive-Universum abtauchen zu können. Meine Thematik war es nicht, aber es war toll nochmal alle Charaktere wieder zutreffen.
duntax's review against another edition
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
jadasbooks's review against another edition
2.0
I loved this couple in Lick, the first book in the Stage Dive series. I felt compelled to pick up this novella because it’s the first one that follows David and Evelyn. However, the way that the hero was depicted in this novella made me question the feelings I had. Sometimes follow up novellas are a good idea, but this definitely was not. I don’t know if I would stay with a man if he acted like this.
beaudoindani17's review
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
valeehill's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
springtulip46's review against another edition
2.0
This book disappointed me. I really wanted to like it as much as the others but no way. The disrespect that David showed Evelyn after having a baby and how she just rolled over and took it.