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3.73 AVERAGE
3.73 AVERAGE
Bearded bass players. Enough said. God, I love this series.
emotional
funny
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
3.5 stars.
Ben Nicholson was the laid back member of Stage Dive. He just wanted to play the bass and live a nomadic life with no commitments or expectations. He did have a friendship with Lizzy, who lived with her older Anne & her husband Mal.
After some bonding via texts, Ben and Lizzy had a night of passion after a Stage Dive Concert. When Mal called Ben, interrupting their tryst, Ben admitted to Lizzy he wasn’t ready to be a couple or let anyone know they were sleeping together. Lizzy told him she didn’t want to be his dirty secret and she broke off their friendship.
Fast forward a couple of months later, and positive pregnancy test, Ben and Lizzy have to deal with his desire for freedom and Lizzy’s desire for a stable environment for her baby. Can Ben finally stop running?
This book was better than the last book and I enjoyed it. Ben wasn’t a bad guy; he just liked the simplicity of his life. He wanted to wake up, make music, travel and not feel beholden to anything except for how he felt at any given moment. I get it. Lizzy was confident in her feelings for Ben and she also had time to absorb the magnitude of her new reality—she was to be a mother. Ben kept seesawing between his desire for a relationship with Lizzy and his desire to retain his independence. Things were moving too fast for Ben and he hadn’t come to grips with his feelings for Lizzy. I like that he kept coming back after each bad decision. People make mistakes, and Ben made a lot here. That added a feeling of realness to the story. Ben had to “grow” into the idea of being a father as well as being Lizzy’s boyfriend. It wasn’t smooth nor was Ben easy to like. I think that’s why I liked him so much. He showed development from the beginning to end. I am glad Ben didn’t allow the issue of Lizzy to wreck the band and his relationship with Mal. The brotherly affections are one of the things that makes the series fun to read.
I appreciate the author taking the sex down a notch and letting us enjoy the range of emotions Ben’s waffling evoked. A few times I considered punching him in the stomach, but Mal took care of that. This one was entertaining. I am glad to hear there will be a spin off though I am not excited to read about Martha as she was unpleasant. I highly recommend this series to fans of rocker romances who love HEAs.
*Special thanks to St. Martin's Griffin via Netgalley for the e-arc, which was given in exchange for an honest review
Ben Nicholson was the laid back member of Stage Dive. He just wanted to play the bass and live a nomadic life with no commitments or expectations. He did have a friendship with Lizzy, who lived with her older Anne & her husband Mal.
After some bonding via texts, Ben and Lizzy had a night of passion after a Stage Dive Concert. When Mal called Ben, interrupting their tryst, Ben admitted to Lizzy he wasn’t ready to be a couple or let anyone know they were sleeping together. Lizzy told him she didn’t want to be his dirty secret and she broke off their friendship.
Fast forward a couple of months later, and positive pregnancy test, Ben and Lizzy have to deal with his desire for freedom and Lizzy’s desire for a stable environment for her baby. Can Ben finally stop running?
This book was better than the last book and I enjoyed it. Ben wasn’t a bad guy; he just liked the simplicity of his life. He wanted to wake up, make music, travel and not feel beholden to anything except for how he felt at any given moment. I get it. Lizzy was confident in her feelings for Ben and she also had time to absorb the magnitude of her new reality—she was to be a mother. Ben kept seesawing between his desire for a relationship with Lizzy and his desire to retain his independence. Things were moving too fast for Ben and he hadn’t come to grips with his feelings for Lizzy. I like that he kept coming back after each bad decision. People make mistakes, and Ben made a lot here. That added a feeling of realness to the story. Ben had to “grow” into the idea of being a father as well as being Lizzy’s boyfriend. It wasn’t smooth nor was Ben easy to like. I think that’s why I liked him so much. He showed development from the beginning to end. I am glad Ben didn’t allow the issue of Lizzy to wreck the band and his relationship with Mal. The brotherly affections are one of the things that makes the series fun to read.
I appreciate the author taking the sex down a notch and letting us enjoy the range of emotions Ben’s waffling evoked. A few times I considered punching him in the stomach, but Mal took care of that. This one was entertaining. I am glad to hear there will be a spin off though I am not excited to read about Martha as she was unpleasant. I highly recommend this series to fans of rocker romances who love HEAs.
*Special thanks to St. Martin's Griffin via Netgalley for the e-arc, which was given in exchange for an honest review
Finally, we have reached the end of the Stage Dive Family line for the current generation (next generation forthcoming). The thing about this book is I really wanted to have full faith in it. Of the four, this one seemed to have the most relatable, plausible plot. I could easily see this playing out over a number of mediums and in real life.
However, I was so beyond irritated with Ben by the middle of the book I was cheering Liz on harder to leave him than to stay. Yes, he had his attractive moments but that man was too much to deal with. I was waiting for some explanation or backstory that would truly explain him, as every other guy in the band got, but I was left hanging with this one.
Full wrap up of the series = 3 stars.
However, I was so beyond irritated with Ben by the middle of the book I was cheering Liz on harder to leave him than to stay. Yes, he had his attractive moments but that man was too much to deal with. I was waiting for some explanation or backstory that would truly explain him, as every other guy in the band got, but I was left hanging with this one.
Full wrap up of the series = 3 stars.
This is the last book of the Stagedive series and I'm sad to say goodbye to all of the characters.
Lizz finds out she is pregnant after a one night stand with Ben, bass player of Stagedive.
Ben is not the relationship type at all so he has to come to terms with the fact that he now has responsibilities, this also gets rammed into him by all of the other Stagedive boys.
All of the other boys have settled down and it is up to Ben now to man up and look out for Lizz, she is in love with him after all, even though he doesn't know it!
If you haven't read this series
1. WHY, GO AND READ IT NOW
2. GO AND READ IT NOW!!!
Lizz finds out she is pregnant after a one night stand with Ben, bass player of Stagedive.
Ben is not the relationship type at all so he has to come to terms with the fact that he now has responsibilities, this also gets rammed into him by all of the other Stagedive boys.
All of the other boys have settled down and it is up to Ben now to man up and look out for Lizz, she is in love with him after all, even though he doesn't know it!
If you haven't read this series
1. WHY, GO AND READ IT NOW
2. GO AND READ IT NOW!!!
Summary
Lizzy Rollins is shocked when she learns that her life has been changed forever, all of her plans and goals for her career and education have been tossed, when she finds out she gets pregant..and the father is a rock star…perfect. Lizzy never imagined that one glorious night in Ben Nicholson’s arms, would result in this. Apparently condoms aren’t foolproof after all. Her life has changed but she knows that the hardest part will be telling Ben. Ben has always known that Lizzy is forbidden. He promised his closest friend and brother Mal, he wouldn’t touch Lizzy, who is Mal’s sister-in-law. Mal is very protective and Ben respected his decision, despite how drawn he is to Lizzy. But when they start communicating in secret, they develop a friendship and more develops between them. Despite how forbidden she is to him, he can’t resist her and one night he spent the most spectacular night of his life and he knew that they had no future, and he certainly isn’t boyfriend material. But when he learns that she is pregnant, he decides that he must give them a chance…as a family.
The Hero
Ben Nicholson, is the bass player of Stage Dive. He is the only bachelor left, but he also craves his freedom. Ben loves the parties and the women and the drinking. He loves his care free life, with no obligations except to his music and his family and his rock band brothers. Outside of that everything else is fair game…at least that is what he thought before a bombshell was dropped in his lap and his life changed forever. He never imagined that he would find himself being a father, and soon responsiblity is heaped on him, but there is one person that is his rock…Lizzy Rollins. Ben was such a great hero. He is sexy, talented, loves music, dedicated and carefree and playful. He is sex on wheels and doesn’t mind everyone knowing that.
The Heroine
Lizzy Rollins, is the sister to Anne, wife to Mal (good ole Mal–*grins*). Lizzy wants to be a psychologist, and wants to help those in need. There is a part of her that wants what her sister has but doesn’t know when or if it will happen. But then she meets Ben, and she knows that she will never feel anything close to what she feel for Ben for anyone else. So she does what any woman does…chase after her prey, only it ends up with consequences that she doesn’t see coming. Consequences that could cause a rift between Ben and the band. Lizzy is independent and passionate, she is driven and has a gentle sweet spirit. I have adored her ever since we see her in the previous book. She has a quality to her that you find down to earth and likable, the type of character you could have tea with on a lazy afternoon.
Plot and Story Line
Deep starts off with learning that Lizzy is pregnant, and the way that the whole band learns…is unique and not what I ever saw coming. Deep is the fourth installment of the series, and what an installment. It just might be my favorite one, or it ties with “Play”. Deep draws you completely in with the first chapter, and then it takes us to when they first meet, and the slow friendship that builds between them with the “secret” communications. Some of these texts..are hilarious and jeez do these two really like each other. But they don’t act on it till one fateful night. I like how entertained I felt through this whole book, and I just breezed through it, I mean this series is amazing, and Deep I just couldn’t put down. Reading Deep makes me want to re read this series again…so amazingly good. The pace of the story is pretty intense at the beginning, but then it takes it to a down low when you see them building up their connection. Then we get to the good part…seeing these two try to work things out not just with each other, but man…does the band have some surprises for you with their reactions…and Mal knows how to hold a grudge LOL. Deep was a very emotional story, and my heart just went with these two…but most especially Lizzy. Quite Frankly in the beginning, seeing how Ben deals with it, well he is a jerk. Let’s be honest…he treats her pretty horribly. But he definitely proves himself, and redeems himself to me. I love the way that his reactions are very vividly realistic, and you see how this would be how a normal person would react. You see the variety of emotions that is normal for human nature. You definitely see how these two find their way back to each other, and its a very slow and steady process. I loved the way that this story developed and you see quite a bit of depth in it, a depth that I didn’t know if I would see. But this story satisfied every romantic craving I had, and the ending…oh my…I won’t share a thing, but WOW…totally blew me away.
Cover
Now I do like a good tattoo, but it has to be done right, not just any normal tattoo will do for me. But this cover is drop dead gorgeous…I mean enough to leave you drooling. Who wouldn’t love this cover and not want to buy it right?
Overall View
Quite a fun and sexy romance that will leave you breathless and in want for more from this author. Deep is a tantalizing love story, of full depth of emotions, steamy passion, a roller coaster of a ride, and a wham bam of a romance!! RIVETING!!
Lizzy Rollins is shocked when she learns that her life has been changed forever, all of her plans and goals for her career and education have been tossed, when she finds out she gets pregant..and the father is a rock star…perfect. Lizzy never imagined that one glorious night in Ben Nicholson’s arms, would result in this. Apparently condoms aren’t foolproof after all. Her life has changed but she knows that the hardest part will be telling Ben. Ben has always known that Lizzy is forbidden. He promised his closest friend and brother Mal, he wouldn’t touch Lizzy, who is Mal’s sister-in-law. Mal is very protective and Ben respected his decision, despite how drawn he is to Lizzy. But when they start communicating in secret, they develop a friendship and more develops between them. Despite how forbidden she is to him, he can’t resist her and one night he spent the most spectacular night of his life and he knew that they had no future, and he certainly isn’t boyfriend material. But when he learns that she is pregnant, he decides that he must give them a chance…as a family.
The Hero
Ben Nicholson, is the bass player of Stage Dive. He is the only bachelor left, but he also craves his freedom. Ben loves the parties and the women and the drinking. He loves his care free life, with no obligations except to his music and his family and his rock band brothers. Outside of that everything else is fair game…at least that is what he thought before a bombshell was dropped in his lap and his life changed forever. He never imagined that he would find himself being a father, and soon responsiblity is heaped on him, but there is one person that is his rock…Lizzy Rollins. Ben was such a great hero. He is sexy, talented, loves music, dedicated and carefree and playful. He is sex on wheels and doesn’t mind everyone knowing that.
The Heroine
Lizzy Rollins, is the sister to Anne, wife to Mal (good ole Mal–*grins*). Lizzy wants to be a psychologist, and wants to help those in need. There is a part of her that wants what her sister has but doesn’t know when or if it will happen. But then she meets Ben, and she knows that she will never feel anything close to what she feel for Ben for anyone else. So she does what any woman does…chase after her prey, only it ends up with consequences that she doesn’t see coming. Consequences that could cause a rift between Ben and the band. Lizzy is independent and passionate, she is driven and has a gentle sweet spirit. I have adored her ever since we see her in the previous book. She has a quality to her that you find down to earth and likable, the type of character you could have tea with on a lazy afternoon.
Plot and Story Line
Deep starts off with learning that Lizzy is pregnant, and the way that the whole band learns…is unique and not what I ever saw coming. Deep is the fourth installment of the series, and what an installment. It just might be my favorite one, or it ties with “Play”. Deep draws you completely in with the first chapter, and then it takes us to when they first meet, and the slow friendship that builds between them with the “secret” communications. Some of these texts..are hilarious and jeez do these two really like each other. But they don’t act on it till one fateful night. I like how entertained I felt through this whole book, and I just breezed through it, I mean this series is amazing, and Deep I just couldn’t put down. Reading Deep makes me want to re read this series again…so amazingly good. The pace of the story is pretty intense at the beginning, but then it takes it to a down low when you see them building up their connection. Then we get to the good part…seeing these two try to work things out not just with each other, but man…does the band have some surprises for you with their reactions…and Mal knows how to hold a grudge LOL. Deep was a very emotional story, and my heart just went with these two…but most especially Lizzy. Quite Frankly in the beginning, seeing how Ben deals with it, well he is a jerk. Let’s be honest…he treats her pretty horribly. But he definitely proves himself, and redeems himself to me. I love the way that his reactions are very vividly realistic, and you see how this would be how a normal person would react. You see the variety of emotions that is normal for human nature. You definitely see how these two find their way back to each other, and its a very slow and steady process. I loved the way that this story developed and you see quite a bit of depth in it, a depth that I didn’t know if I would see. But this story satisfied every romantic craving I had, and the ending…oh my…I won’t share a thing, but WOW…totally blew me away.
Cover
Now I do like a good tattoo, but it has to be done right, not just any normal tattoo will do for me. But this cover is drop dead gorgeous…I mean enough to leave you drooling. Who wouldn’t love this cover and not want to buy it right?
Overall View
Quite a fun and sexy romance that will leave you breathless and in want for more from this author. Deep is a tantalizing love story, of full depth of emotions, steamy passion, a roller coaster of a ride, and a wham bam of a romance!! RIVETING!!
This was not as good as the previous books, but after an altogether satisfying series, I will be generous and round up to 5 stars.
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes