Review: Another Cunning rock star book! Yesss!
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 06 30, 2012
RATING: 4 starsGENRE: Contemporary erotic romanceSTEAM: Lots, and lots (regardless of the length, Cunning did not disappoint!)LENGTH: NovellaSERIES: One Night with Sole RegretWILL I DEVOUR THE NEXT BOOK: You bet.RECOMMEND TO OTHERS: Absolutely.A lovely novella by the queen of rockin' erotic romance books! Gabe was a sweetheart, Mel was a doll, and most of the band members were lovable and drool-worthy. (I'll get to the exception in a bit.)The story was easy to sink into and get lost in. And, as usual, Cunning brings the world of rock 'n roll alive for her readers. Gabe and Mel's connection was hot and fierce, but natural and pure. And I loved how they opened up to each other and took the other in, throwing caution to the wind and trusting in the moment. Precious, perfect, priceless.The ending was tied up nicely - enough to make me want more, but leaving it at a point to where I can wait (somewhat) patiently. I know the future books are about the other members of the band, but I'm hoping she'll revisit these two and sink us deeper into their journey.I have to say, there was something missing in this story, and I can't quite put my finger on it. The only thing I can think to say is I felt some sort of detachment throughout. I don't think it was because it was a novella - Cunning nailed down complete character arcs and the plot was seamless. But it was almost like she was holding something back. I don't know. Can't figure it out.And now, for my exception listed above: Shade. He reminds me too much of Sed from her Sinners books, so he gets an automatic "Can't stand him!!". Is that fair? Probably not. But I can't help it. Sed was an ass, and so it this guy. However, I can see she's already trying to set up why we're going to relate to him and forgive him for his arrogant ways, and I sincerely hope she can do some fancy writing to pull it off. I would love, love, love to actually want and lust after a fictional lead singer. But, alas, (as of now) my search continues.