A review by bfdbookblog
Rebel by Nora Phoenix, K.M. Neuhold

3.0

This book was just ok for me. I’ve read a similar series…porn stars and a great family type atmosphere with all the guys like brothers. Troy’s ‘job’ is unique however. The way Troy and Rebel meet is campy and a little silly. While some of the dialog is rushed overall, I liked most of the writing. Their sexual chemistry is off the charts and I like that they become friends while they are continue being lovers. I really liked a lot of the secondary characters and am looking forward to their stories as long as the same issues don’t exist there as they do here (listed below).

My issues with the book include the following.
- The book was imbalanced. The first 75% or so was long and detailed but the end was really rushed. Troy spends the entire book pushing Rebel away and then bam!, he has one conversation with his friend which leads to a life altering revelation causing him to do a complete 180. That was unbelievable.
- We never really find out why/how Rebel got into porn. Why did he need money?
- Rebel’s mom watching his company’s porn videos is creepy.
- Forgiveness came too easily after a lifetime of hate (speaking of Troy’s family situation).
- What happened with Troy’s game development?

I will give book 2 a try but if I see the same issues, I’ll bow out.