A review by nicoleh302
Rise With Me by Leann Belle

5.0

I received an Advanced Reader Copy and am voluntarily reviewing it. This is another book in the music/contest series. This book is a lot darker than the first book in the series. Natalie Miller is a songwriter. She is ready to take the world by storm and college is just not giving her what she feels she needs. She makes a deal with her dad to become an intern at Arise Records. The first day starts off bad and gets worse. She finds herself indebted to the CEO, Devin Eun. Her debt is to paid by doing small favors for Devin that seem small at first but get progressively more involved and dangerous.

Jackson Rivera is a singer. All he needs is a chance and the confidence to sing in front of an audience. Natalie and Jackson's paths cross and Natalie becomes Jackson's biggest fan and supporter. She focuses on making sure she gets him in front of the right people. Even going more in debt to manage this star. They have an amazing connection but realize that both have priorities that don't include getting involved with each other.

This book is surprisingly fast paced. Readers will not be able to put this book down. The need to know what happens will overtake you. Readers will find there is a lot more going on than you think. The lengths that these characters will go to accomplish their goals will keep readers enthralled. I love the way this writer gives you the situation from several POVs. This will allow readers to really get to know the main characters.