Lithium Waves: Book One in the Lithium Springs Series.RyderIf you asked Ryder ten years ago if he considered himself lucky, he would have laughed in your face. When you grew up where he grew up, with the father he had, there was no such thing as luck. There was only life, death, and music. But there he was, standing between the legs of the sexiest woman he ever laid eyes on, after performing on … performing on stage with his two best friends, negotiating the terms of a threesome.
Yeah, he was a lucky bastard.
Jamie
James Manning was a mess. Well, technically, she was a reformed mess. After karma gut punched her last fall, she promised the Universe, God, Buddha, and anyone else listening that she would change.
Jamie traded in late nights for early mornings, binge drinking for compulsive baking, and casual sex for positive affirmations. She was a new person, and bored out of her mind. Lithium Springs front man, Ryder, was just the sort of distraction Jamie craved.
Can one night of indulgence become a lifetime of happiness, or will the sins of their fathers destroy them?
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It’s very hard to write the perfect review for the perfect story. There’s so much to say, but you don’t want to give anything away. (so read this review carefully but I try not to give much away)
Waves captured me right from the start. The lives of Jamie and Ryder are realistic and powerful. They have ups and have downs that most of the world can relate too. It’s the draw to watch them power through.
Their love story is hot, crazy, passionate, roller-coaster of sorts. The both of them have so much angst wrapped in their past that its hard for them to release it all. Especially for Jamie. She basically had no one… expect for a couple of friends, but you find that even though she had them, they weren’t there. Then Ryder comes into her life and she slowly starts to open up for him, but she’s kept herself so protected for so long it because a battle. When she finally breaks through… leave it for someone that should care for her come and try and take it all away.
Ryder is a loveable Rockstar with a filthy mouth and an odd liking of Mylie Cyrus and Shirley Temples. (:0) ) What girl can’t fall in love with a bad boy that loves his mother…. lol … His band mates are even crazier (and I can’t wait to read their story)
The writing is wonderful. Every word that comes off the paper grabs you. And the lemons(sex) are steamy and might not be safe for work.
All I can say is that read this…. read it a couple times… you won’t be disappointed.
Love Jamie and Ryder!
This book was so good! I loved the dynamics of Ryder and Jamie’s relationship. The angst in the push and pull between them broke my heart. The layers of Jamie’s relationship with her family added so much to the story. I couldn’t put this book down.
What a ride. This novel starts with a bang (pun intended) and then takes you on a journey much like an amazing rock concert. Carmel hits all the right notes. It starts with the introduction of likeable leads (Ryder and James). Each comes in with a history which up to now has stood in their way in finding love. Carmel piles on a huge pile of obstacles which forces the pair to face every issue they’ve ever had. There are a host of surprises and twists along the way, as the novel breezes along mixing swoon worthy romance along with a rapidly moving plot that keeps you flipping all the way up to the surprising climax. I may be late to the Lithium Springs world but can’t wait to dive into the next book in the series. Well done.
Why am I only just learning of this incredible author Carmel Rhodes? This book has blown me away.
OMG! Lithium Waves is hotter than sin, with great friendships, and one love that is up against the biggest evil of all a selfish greed. There’s heartbreak, sadness, hate, greed, power, secrets, jealousy, lust, passion, joy & love that make up this rollercoaster of emotions amazing book.
SOME SPOILERS AHEAD
Jamie and Ryder’s relationship isn’t smooth sailing.
Jamie comes from a family with money and no love.
Jamie’s family (mainly her dad) will do anything to save his own ass including selling out his daughter. She’s been unhappy all her life, then Ryder comes into her life like a tidal wave crashing down the barriers around heart. But life has other plans for her future and that future doesn’t include her hot sexy musician from the wrong side of the tracks.
Ryder comes from a broken home, he has a loving relationship with his mother.
Ryder has his band Lithium Springs with his two best friends C.T & Javy.
Ryder’s broke but happy.
Kitty Cat (Jamie) claws her way under his skin and instantly into his heart, but she’s broken hiding things, he builds her trust and loves her even more. Life’s looking good the band is doing better than ever, then she’s gone again. He’s got a fight on his hands, he’s up against the money and money can buy anything, but when it comes to Jamie the gloves are off.
Will they get an HEA?
Next up is CT’s story and from reading the 1st I can’t wait to get my hands on it, CT should stand for Complete Trouble because that is what a certain person is gonna find herself in with the smoking hot drummer. This is gonna be hot!
Lithium Waves takes you through a journey that is burning hot, but then you also feel the emotions, the struggles, the lust and the love between Ryder and James before they even said to the words! I fell in love with both Ryder and James as individuals and them as a couple; they were totally made for each other! The quick chemistry between them is so off the charts!! Ryder is a hopeless romantic, alpha male, and musician. I instantly fell in love with him, more than I thought I would! (Sorry CT!!!) James is a broken girl who is damaged and closed off. I could not help but feel for her when her story began to unfold! I quickly loved her character… and her attitude!
I read the book from start to end in one sitting because I just couldn’t put it down! I got sucked down the Rabbit Hole alongside James, and I’m glad! 😉 Thank you, Carmel, for sharing this beautifully written story!!
I am so excited for Lithium Tides because well, CT!!!
I would be following Lithium Springs all over if I could. Ryder was perfect! I seriously want to marry him! I love that he fell for her so completely and kept trying to get her to realize her own feelings. I’m so looking forward to Tides!