Happiness in Jersey (The Prototype Book 1) Kindle Edition by Jacinta Howard

Book Excerpt:

"The only thing in Jersey Kincaid’s world that she has time for is keeping her grades up so that she doesn’t lose her scholarship to South Texas University, playing the bass in her band, The Prototype, and satisfying her coffee addiction. Oh, and the occasional random hook-up she indulges in to pass the time. 

Love? Eh, not so much. Save that crap for a Katherine Heigl or Natalie Portman movie.

Jersey’s seen enough in life (courtesy of her Pops) to realize that undying romance is nothing more than a myth used to sell books and movie tickets. As she knows too well, the only thing inevitable in life is death— love is definitely not promised.

That’s why when Jersey meets Isaiah “Zay” Broussard with his soulful gray eyes, quick wit, and easy charm, she’s determined to remain aloof. She doesn't have time to get sidetracked by fleeting fantasies, even if she does feel an unexplainable connection to Zay she’s never experienced before.

But when his interest in her only seems to intensify, despite her attempts to brush him off, she gets to see a side of him and herself she didn’t expect…"

Title: Happiness in Jersey
Author: Jacinta Howard
Publisher: J.H.
Series: The Prototype Book 1
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:

"Happiness in Jersey" by Jacinta Howard

My Rationalization:

I enjoyed 'Happiness in Jersey' story that featured Jersey Kincaid and Zay Broussard even though I felt that the read started off a little slow, however, it did pick up. I found most of the characters likable from Jersey who was in the band with her band friends: Devin, Travis, Bam and lastly Zay who just happened to be Travis's cousin. Also, I don't want to leave our Jersey's friend Willow. This story was deep and profound in that we see that poor Jersey hadn't had a great life after the death of her mom [suicide] and living with her father who drank hadn't been great either. We find that Zay had also experienced some tragic in his life losing his sister and brother in an accident.

Meeting Zay was definitely one great thing to happen to Jersey [Kitten, Baby Doll] as Jay referred to her. I will say it took some time for these two to come together but with Zay's patience, he was truly there for Jersey in all she was going through. I loved how Zay was there to fight for Jersey's love.

At times Jersey got on my last nerve being so trying, but when it all came down she finally learns just whom she can trust and love realizing just who was there for her through the thick and thin in all that was going her with her life especially when it related to her father. I will say it was hard seeing the way her father treated her.

If you are looking for a good love story with a little bit of it from 'pain, loss, moving on, not letting ones past define you, effect of some good music and then by the end realizing that love is worth the risk' then you should pick up "Happiness in Jersey" to see how well this author brings it all out to the reader. 

With Vengeance (Hearts of Metal Book 2) Kindle Edition by Brooklyn Ann

Profile:

"Katana James is about to become the studio guitarist for her favorite heavy metal band ever—and meet the musicians, music, and man of her dreams.

SHE MEANS BUSINESS

Twenty-three year old Katana James can shred on the guitar. Not that anyone would know, as she’s spent most of her time working on a popular news and gossip website for Heavy Metal fans since her own band broke up. But her dreams are in reach when she gets an audition to play with her favorite band, Bleeding Vengeance. Kat won’t let her gender, her anxiety disorder, or even the pranks of a malicious stalker stand in her way. The only thing to threaten her focus? A growing fascination with the group’s brilliant, mysterious bass player.

HE OFFERS PLEASURE

Klement Burke has always been the heart, soul and brain of Bleeding Vengeance. He’s the kind of rock star who stays in the shadows, a perfectionist more interested in satisfying his brain than other parts of his body. Until he auditions Katana James. At first it seemed a perfect idea, as he’s been aware of her talent for some time. But meeting her in the flesh ignites thoughts far from professional. Despite the conflict of work, the odds against her falling for a geek like him, and a secret he’s been hiding, his heart, body and soul now belong to Kat."

Title:  With Vengeance

Author:  Brooklyn Ann

Publisher:  Boroughs Publishing Group                      

Series:  Heart of Metal Book 2

Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean

Rating:  Five

Review:

"With Vengeance" by Brooklyn Ann

My Thoughts....

What a perfect pair as the author brings to us ... Katana and Klement.  But as the story starts out it seems like Katana may have had eyes of another  member of the Bleeding Vengeance band [Cliff] until great chemistry starts and she knew it was for  another member of the band....the metal band's bassist, Klement.  Be ready for a well written story that was a little predicable at times but still engaging where you will find yourself turning the pages to see what was coming next.  This was especially in the part where  Katana's ex boyfriend [Richard] was their being the villain that would bring in some suspense into this well told story. However, also what secret did Klement have that he was keeping from Katana?   I liked the characters that were brought into the read a fun part being so well portrayed and believable giving the story some hilarious moments where you will definitely put a smile on your face especially with the hot steamy chemistry that these two had.  So to find out how Klement [hot nerd & had ADHD] and Katana [who pops Xanax suffering from PTSD] will form this relationship you will have to pick up "With Vengeance" to see how well this author will pulls the reader into this well told story. It was great seeing just how these two were able to help each other.    

So, if you are looking for a story about epic rock star romance pursing metal music with 'mystery, suspense, drama, erotic passion and steamy hot sex' then I would definitely recommend this good read for you.