Thousands of women scream my name every night when I’m on stage.But the shy virgin who just starred in our music video is the only one I want in my bed.
Sparks of unexpected passion ignite behind the scenes.Together, we’re a perfect storm of secrets and desire.No matter what it costs me, she’s a mystery I need to solve.
Rock stars aren’t supposed to chase women.Thanks to the outlaw blood … stars aren’t supposed to chase women.
Thanks to the outlaw blood running through my veins, I’ve never been good at following the rules.
Too many people will try to tear us apart.
They’ll find out the hard way—I’m not willing to give her up for any reason.
Even if it means burning Hollywood to the ground.
Escape on the romantic adventure of your life with the first book in the electrifying Hollywood Demons series from USA Today bestselling author of the Lost Kings MC series Autumn Jones Lake.
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Mallory is a young 20 year old woman who finds herself needing to escape her current situation that involves her Russian Mafia family. She decides to run off to Hollywood and fulfill her dreams of being an actress and living a life of freedom.
After a short time in L.A. she quickly finds out just how rough and cruel the Hollywood life can be. But things take a turn when she meets the broody rising rockstar Chaser Adams along with his band Kickstart.
Chaser is an a-hole to most people, a trait he probably learned from growing up in the Devil Demons MC, but when he meets Mallory there are instant fireworks which has him smitten. Chaser’s an alpha through and through, but Mallory brings out a softer, sweeter version of him and when it comes to her he’s what I like to call, gentlemanish.
As Chaser gets to know Mallory he realizes she’s more then just a temporary infatuation, she’s his perfect match. They have more in common then he could have imagined, even their families dynamics are similar. But can their bond sustain the tribulations of Hollywood, family issues and enemies. Relationships in Hollywood are seemingly impossible, but they’re determined to make it work. Their love as well as friendships and loyalties will be tested.
I absolutely loved this book. It takes place in the late 80’s and being an 80’s baby makes it so much fun to read. We’re talking pay phones, cassettes, VHS, MTV, Headbangers Ball, and CRAZY amounts of hair spray! No cell phones, no GPS, no iPods, no social media!! It’s a blast from the past which Autumn nails, especially the Hollywood scene in the 80’s and what it was like for upcoming musicians and actors/actresses. And there’s even a special appearance from one of our favorites of the Lost Kings MC.
Chaser is giving my boo Rock a run for his money as my #1. I can’t wait to see what’s in store for Chaser and Mallory.
#Chaserschick #RockisstillMYfox
The first time I read one of Autumn’s was book several years go. Her books are an automatic one click for me. Doesn’t matter what it is, I read it, I love it, I read it again several more times. Kisckstart My Heart is no exception!!! I absolutely LOVE Mallory and Chaser!!! (If you’ve read The Lost Kong’s MC, they both make appearances in several books.)
One thing that makes this trilogy unique, is it’s a biker/rockstar and Hollywood actress/Mafia Princess all in one! I’ve never read anything like it.
Chaser is dreamy and swoon worthy! They way he is with Mallory will make your ovaries explode!! He’s giving Rock a run for his money in competition for my new favorite book boyfriend
Mallory is sheltered, but knows what she wants and doesn’t want out of life. She determined to make it on her own, but what if she doesn’t have to?
If you love Mc & rockstar romance, you need to read this!!
An 80’s throwback, rockstar/mc/mafia mash-up, and written by the fantastic Autumn Jones Lake? What’s not to love?
Kickstart my Heart is a HFN, yes there will be two more books, but I am so excited to get more Chaser and Mallory! I’m not bothered even a little bit that their story isn’t done. I’m not sure I want it ever to be over.
I adore Chaser’s character. He’s almost too sweet when it comes to his feelings for Mallory, but it’s so endearing you can’t help but love him. I am still on the fence about Mallory. I know I love her from when she appears in later books, so I feel like she is going to get there for me, just taking me longer to make that connection.
I’m pretty fair about whether I love a book or not, and I don’t give high ratings if I don’t like a book. I know a few you probably feel like I am biased when it comes to Autumn, but seriously it’s not that. Her writing, her books, just that good. As another reviewer said so well, “Autumn’s books are my happy place.” And what a beautiful place to be.
YES! Finally a book where there isn’t any lack of communication resulting in an endless array of DRAMA! Chaser and Mallory are #relationshipgoals!!! Autumn Jones Lake, you made my heart happy!!!
About Kickstart My Heart:
Kickstart My Heart is the first book in the Kickstart Trilogy by Autumn Jones Lake. I think it’s safe to assume, this trilogy will be focused around the crazy world of Mallory and Chaser. And I honestly can’t wait for more!
Chaser Adams is living life the way he is meant to live, with a guitar in his hand and the respect from his band. But having lived the way of the outlaw nearly his whole life, he’s looking for something more than what the lifestyle can give him.
Mallory finds her freedom within the walls of a courtroom. After her father’s verdict comes in Mallory decides to leave her New York home and finally go live her dreams. She heads to California to live her dreams and try to make it in the world of acting.
When Chaser and Mallory’s worlds collide and she finds herself looking into his brooding eyes on the set of his music video shoot, there will be no going back. No matter what the outcome. No matter how great the risk. These two are destined to be.
My Thoughts:
I’ve read so many rockstar romances, Motorcycle Club Romances, and Mafia Romances in my life. But not once have I read a romance that combines all three. Autumn Jones Lake managed to take all my favorites and put them in one story!
Chaser is not only a kickass musician but he’s also son to the notorious MC President, Stump. His life will always lead back to the MC, but for now, he’s living his life with a guitar in his hand and lyrics in his mind. I loved how vicious this man can be when faced with protecting the ones he loves. When needed, he is always there no questions asked.
Mallory was a sweetheart. I loved her innocence throughout this whole novel. I loved the many different levels of difficulty this character had to push through to get to the place she wants to be. Mallory wants to be an actress, but not for the reasons you think. She doesn’t want the notoriety or the star appeal. She craves the ability to make people happy by watching her on the television, the same way she and her mother felt when watching movies while her mother was sick. She wants to give back. But being a woman in the 1980’s trying to break out in the acting business isn’t as easy as what you may think.
I also really enjoyed the secondary character and the role they all played in this novel.
Overall, Kickstart My Heart was a great way to start the Kickstart Trilogy! I am anticipating and needing more from these characters and this series! I can’t wait to get the next novel in my hands!!
~ Alecia @ The Staircase Reader
Loved this book!! Once again Autumn didn’t disappoint you ROCK woman!! I absolutely love her books. If you haven’t picked up one if her books yet your missing out!!!
If you’ve followed my blog at any point over the last few years, you know I read PLENTY of books. Some more memorable than others, but OH MY STARS! This book is one fantastic start to this trilogy and I. Am. Here. For. It.
I’ve read rockstar romances, and I’ve read MC romances, but I gotta say this is the first rockstar/MC romance I’ve read, and I was immediately hooked from the start. The chemistry between Mallory and Chaser is off the charts, even with the obstacles thrown their way; and you know there’s going to be a few obstacles, since this is a trilogy series. There are a few layers to this story, and I’m enjoying the slow reveal of said layers and can’t wait to see how this romance will play out for Mallory and Chaser.
Chaser and Mallory
Chaser is the son of a motorcycle President, and in a up and coming rock band.
Mallory is the daughter of a Russian mob boss, who went sent to jail, she takes off for LA to become an actress.
Her and Chaser meet when she is in a video for the band, when her fathers men find her Chaser takes off with her back to his MC, worried how sweet innocent Mallory would fit in.
I absolutely loved their story…another hit for AJL, can’t wait for the next one…
I just going to say that I can’t wait for the next book, sorry, I was just left wondering what would happen next, because OMG, really, great beginning of a story, I’m already in love and obsessed with them, this one is a must, love the turns of events how everyone play their parts, and how it leads to the conclusion of this one, i recommend this one 100%.
I love Chaser and Mallory. Great characters and a great story. Looking forward to the next book.
Autumn’s writing style draws you right into her stories. You get close and personal with her characters and they stay with you. This story has everything I love MC, rock stars, mafia, Hollywood and family drama! I can’t wait for Blow My Fuse!
This is another AJL original. I read this one in one day simply because I had to find out what happens. The characters are so protective and loving to each other that they grab you from the start. Their backstory was amazing as you get an MC Club, Mafia, Rock Star and Actress. Well worth the read and the story continues with 2 more books.
Omg! Autumn Jones Lake did it again! I am so in love with Chaser and Mallory. Since I found Slow Burn I have read and reread everyone of her books. It is so easy to get lost in hers books while reading and after finishing. She has easily become my #1 favorite author! I absolutely cannot wait for Blow my Fuse. I have already preordered this book. Autumn you are absolutely the best author I have ever read!
A mafia, rock star, mc romance all rolled into one phenomenal book! The story is sweet, romantic, & steamy, with a touch of suspense.
Chaser and Mallory are two incredible characters you instantly love. Their magnetic appeal pulls you into their story. I absolutely loved these two! Both characters are chasing their dreams. Both are realistic enough to know they have to do the grunt work before they can reap the rewards. But just how far will they go, or be forced to go? And at what point will they draw the line? I liked that these two were awesome, but so down to earth they didn’t realize how awesome they were. It kept things real and relatable, making me appreciate them all the more.
They meet during Mallory’s first and most humiliating acting job. Chaser quickly takes on the protector role, feeling feels that are new and surprising to him.
Mallory maybe the innocent, but she’s also stronger that she realizes. Coming from the life she did gives her an edge she’ll find out she needs.
Chaser, grew up in the mc life and he isn’t afraid to step in and solve issues. He has the brawny muscles to do that successfully. But when it comes to Mallory, he proves his swoon worthiness by being smart enough to realize when she needs soft and gentle. And he’s just the man to give it! These two are insta-hot together!! Their connection is fast and furious, but built to withstand? Let’s hope so!!
Mallory has a new job as a part of Chaser’s show. But the manager has other ideas that will put the band and Chaser & Mallory to the test.
Being part one of a trilogy, the story ends on a cliff hanger. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and can’t wait for the next part! This is a new story avenue for AJL, as she steps away from the mc world briefly to give us this new adult romance. Of course she slips in some crossover MC characters, (Yipee!) that makes me want to reread all of the LOKI books!
We have to say we are loving this new series so far.Wow ! Chaser he is already a favorite of ours and we loved him from the moment we met him.Chaser was one of those characters that is just a all around good guy as he has the looks and just enough bad boy in him to attract the ladies but, he was also a gentle giant most of the time but, one thing is for sure is don’t piss him off as you will regret it as he has a fiery temper to match.We loved how he seemed balance both the rocker world and the biker world just fine and even with the two having some things in common he didn’t like a lot of crazy that came with rising fame.
Mallory was one of those characters that I can say seem perfect for Chaser in all ways but, for me she was just a character that I couldn’t really warm up to and I think that her nativity was just to much for me.I get she was a sheltered child and all that and I loved she was so innocent in a lot of ways because we loved that both Mallory and Chaser were experiencing a lot of her firsts together and we loved seeing the excitement in Mallory’s eyes every time she experienced something new.What we didn’t like though is how she didn’t think before she acted and was so trusting especially coming from the world she came from not only that she picked a career that will make you our break you in no time at all.With all the choices she made I just felt she never thought of her safety first.Mallory’s running from her mob family and she chose to be in the limelight as actress ?Shouldn’t she be laying low even for a little while? The whole time I was waiting for her to be raped or picked up and sold as a sex slave because she was that innocent and too trusting! Moving on….
Overall I enjoyed the story and loved Mallory and Chaser as a couple because Mallory is going to need a man like Chaser when push comes to shove at her side and not only can Chaser handle himself he has a army of men that have his back but, I also love that Chaser is going to be the man to save her in the now with all her rash decisions.These two characters had some major chemistry and they were hot as he** together.They made a cute couple.As far as Chaser band mates we only really like one of them and rest were douches which made things a whole lot of interesting.
We can’t wait to see what comes next for this couple!
5 KICKSTART MY HEART STARS!! I freaking loved this book…
It will be one of my top reads of this year. Chaser and Mallory story put a smile on my face and has all the feels to complete their story. I am so ready for their story to continue. This author’s words flow like a river smooth and perfect….you must read this book.
ALERT: Autumn Jones Lake has written an honest to goodness standalone romance book. This is not a drill. This is a unicorn event that will not last for long because, trilogy!! lolololol I know, I know, three books but listen, it could be fifteen soooooo …. take the win and #oneclick so you can introduce yourself to one of the best authors I know. She is super talented with this craft. Her stories are never quick, they are layered and written with purpose. She sucks you into the world she creates, and it leaves an imprint. You will think of her characters long after you finish reading their journey!
Chaser and Mallory made me HAPPY. Their journey made me happy. This new world Autumn is creating makes me happy. I’m just fucking happy. These two are easy to read and easy to love. Their journey is just beginning and they have a lot of life to still live before they get to that HEA/HFN status we all crave to read in our romance books but you should know that Autumn doesn’t really write stories for the HEA/HFN moment. She writes for the journey. She writes the good, the bed and the everyday of a journey. ALL OF IT. And it is always an experience to remember. So, go on, get your Autumn groove on with Kickstart My Heart. It’s a phenomenal place to start!
I am honestly so in love with rockstar bikers!!
This was my first Autumn Jones book and I’m pleased to announce that I am officially HOOKED. This story combines two of my favourite heroes, a rockstar and a MC biker. Her writing is brilliant and I am 100% invested in this world.
Mal is such a sweet soul, and I adore her to no end. As much as I love her, I’m also terrified for her. I just feel as if her naivety will put her in a huge trouble. I want such huge things for her and I think she’s sort of lost in Chaser’s shadow.
Chaser’s devotion to Mal had me in my feelings. I am always here for a man who is madly smitten. I think Chaser suits better as a MC prez, but I am super excited to see what’s next for him and Mal. He’s a little overbearing at times but I think Mal will be able to handle him just fine.
I was honestly surprised when Mal’s secret was revealed because it was so off brand for her. I know there’s still a lot to come and I can’t wait for the crazy twists and turns.
Chaser and Mallory’s story was fantastic, I absolutely loved it, I know I love rockstar and Hollywood romance and have to read them all, so I have read a lot, this one was amazing and took me by surprise, this is the first book by the author I read and would not be the last, looking forward for more in the series. This story was refreshing and got me from the start, the characters are wonderful and can’t wait for the next one.
My name is Tawni and I am thoroughly addicted to everything Autumn writes. I was able to listen to Kickstart My Heart on audio book before reading it, and I am completely obsessed. I may have already bugged Autumn for when the second part of this series is coming out. I fell in love with Autumn’s books with the Loki series, and as soon as she mentions something new possibly be released I put it on my want to read list.
Chaser is every girls bad boy dream. He’s a tough as nail biker who is trying to make it with his band in Hollywood. However, he is passionate and crazy about Mallory. I love how Autumn developed this character and how he is portrayed throughout the book.
Mallory is naive, a protected mafia princess who suddenly finds her world tipped upside down. However, she has dreams, and she is determined to achieve them. The growth that she shows in this first book alone makes me so excited to read book two.
This book does end on somewhat of a cliffhanger. I was so sad when I finished it because I want to read more about these two. A phenomenal book and a definite must read!
Kickstart My Heart is my new favorite read by Autumn Jones Lake! Chaser and Mallory’s story is everything I hoped for and more!! These characters are sweet, smart, sexy and I like them both so much! Five stars for Autumn Jones Lake’s best book yet!!