A review by pattyfgd
Back Beat by Ryleigh Sloan

5.0

Back Beat
The Heartbeat Series, Book 1
By: Ryleigh Sloan
Narrated by: Erin Mallon, Zachary Webber

I know when I grab a Ryleigh Sloan book, I am in for hours of enjoyment. When I started this story, I wasn't sure how it was going to go. Rockstar romances are all a little different. This one is right up my alley. I love to watch The Voice, and this simulates a reality TV show similar to that. Blair is live the dream and when she gets to pick her judge, she chooses the Dean Carter, the performer of her dreams. Dean see potential in Blair, but he is also attracted to her. The show forbids any romantic inclinations, so this season is going to be a tough one. Will they make it through undetected? Will their reputations survive? And will her live out her dream? It's funny, it's flirty, it's a little angsty(not too much) and a real good time. There are emotional tugs at your heart, and lessons of life to be learned. I love Sloan's writing, and can't wait to see what she has in store for Blair's friend Maddie next!

With a book like this and a powerhouse narration team of Erin Mallon and Zachary Webber, it's impossible not to fall in love! Mallon brings her all to Blair, giving her confidence and insecurity all at the same time. Her talent brings out Blair and we can feel her learn and grow through her time on the show. Webber is perfectly cast as Carter. A little arrogant, a lot swoony and his talent shows through with a personality befitting the judge. These two bring it all to life!