Chart topping U.S. rock band, Default Distraction, have everything money can buy…But I don’t.I’ve got money, women, and the fans endless adoration.But none of it’s enough.I have one distraction, and I can’t forget her. I shattered all our dreams, whenI walked away from our world,to conquer the music world.But now, I’ve got one fantasy,One wish,One desire.Lauren.And she wants nothing to do with … wish,
One desire.
Lauren.
And she wants nothing to do with me.
Those broken pieces I crushed,
she doesn’t want mended.
But when a cruel twist of fate puts her back in my arms,
I’m not letting go.
He was everything,
everything I ever wanted and needed.
When he walked away, he took a piece of me with him,
a shard of pain that I never thought would heal.
But I worked hard, and piece by agonising piece, I almost rebuilt my life.
Now, he’s back and wants only one thing.
Me.
He wants my forever.
Something I can’t promise.
I won’t give in, I can’t cling to the past.
This time, there’s more on the line, even more than my shattered heart at stake.
And forever isn’t really that long anyway.
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Rafferty is the second book in the Default Distraction series and is a contemporary romance. I loved this one just as much as i loved the first one. It can be read as a standalone but falling for these guys is inevitable and i highly recommend reading Brody as well. The characters in this story are Lauren and Rafferty. Lauren is a successful business owner and Rafferty is a member of the rock band Default Distraction. These two have a past and sadly it isn’t a good one. They still have so much chemistry between them but is that enough for Lauren to take a chance on a relationship? or is the heartbreak from the past still too painful that there isn’t any hope for the future?
These guys were one of those couples that i couldn’t help but love and root for from the very beginning and i was excited to see where the author was headed with their story. I didn’t want to put it down. I am looking forward to reading more by this author and i would recommend this to a friend!
Rafferty – A.S. Roberts
5-stars
Rafferty by A.S. Roberts is the second book in the phenomenal romance series Default Distraction. This is a series I would suggest reading in order and not as a standalone.
I completely devoured this series and ended up reading it in one sitting as I couldn’t bring myself to stop. I loved all of the detail and all of the emotion throughout the storyline. I also loved how the author kept me on my toes with the twist and turns that Lauren and Rafferty had to go through.
I can’t wait to read more from this author in the future!
Rafferty
Default Distraction
Book 2
By A. S. Roberts
A story of overcoming obstacles and ones true love.
Lauren has had her heartbroken as a teen. Her highschool sweetheart crushed her dreams. Now she is back home helping her friends. And guess who walks in? Will Lauren keep to her plan and stay away? Will he leave her be? Only reading this story will answer those questions. Just remember the chocolates, kleenex and a glass of wine.
This story will not disappoint! You will travel a much different road with this one. A. S. Roberts has really written a wonderful story. Again she captured my heart on the first chapter. As well as kept me reading. No Spoilers here! Take the chance and read her story. You’ll fall in love with her characters as well. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. Way to go A. S. Roberts! Another great story to add to the others!
Rafferty by A.S. Roberts is the second book in the Default Distraction series. This book can be read as a stand-alone however, usual from most books, this one does recover scenes from book one but from a different perspective. For this reason I would recommend reading them in order.
I enjoyed every bit about this book – from the character, to the story to the depth of the emotions you can feel in each page. Books about a band aren’t normally my favourite as I find them to be quite predictable and one dimensional but that is definitely not the case with this series. The author has done a great job of creating a story so heartwarming and emotional that you can’t stop reading. I was rooting for Rafferty and Lauren all the way through.
I am very excited to see what else is to come from this series.
Rafferty is the second book in the Default Distraction series by A.S. Roberts. This second chance rock-star romance was emotional from the first chapter to the last. It had a great build-up and kept you turning the pages.
As teenagers, Rafferty walked away from Lauren without a reason. After seventeen years apart, can Rafferty and Lauren have a second chance at love or are some things hard to forgive?
Rafferty and Lauren’s love is that “Forever & Always” type of love, one that consumes you and makes you want to find that special one in your life. It was great to see the other members of the band and I need to know who the next member is that will find his love.
Rock band – CHECK
Still hooked on first love – CHECK
Strong female protagonist – CHECK
Well plotted – CHECK
5 Stars – CHECK
RAFFERTY is book two in the Default Distraction series yet can be read as a stand-alone. Like the other books written by this author, this is a story that has multiple layers, secondary characters that play an important role, slow burn and angst and emotions galore. Oh, and romance.
I have always enjoyed reading this author. There is a way the story is told that just flows naturally and my emotions tend to go with the flow. Rafferty and Lauren had a lot going for them and I found that at times I kind of had that pit in my stomach, like it was going to go all wrong. That’s good story telling.
I absolutely recommend this book, this series and this author. Oh and the cover wasn’t hard to look at either.
“It was almost better this way, we had found each other at a time in our lives when we could truly appreciate exactly what we’d been denied and what we’d been missing.”
Roberts has continued the Default Distraction series with Rafferty. This book can be read as a stand- alone but there are some references to the first book, Brody, which will make you want to read it anyways. So just start at the beginning and enjoy!
Rafferty and Lauren were teenage best friends, lovers, and soul mates. However, illness, rock stardom and life gets in the way of love and these two are separated for all the wrong reasons. Many years later they are reunited, hopefully it’s not too late for them. There are a lot of secrets to be revealed and truths to discover.
I loved this story and the characters in it. I love the flow of the story line itself. Roberts writes a story that I can believe and escape into, making me look forward to the next story she writes!
Rafferty by A.S. Robert’s is the second book in the Default Distraction series. It took me a minute to remember all of the characters from the last book since it had been a while, but once I did it was like I was with a group of friends.
Rafferty and Lauren had an amazingly deep love at a very young age and knew they were it for each other. Things happen and several years later they reconnected. So much of both of their lives are different but one thing that hasn’t changed is the way they feel about one another no matter how much in denial one can be.
I loved Brody’s story which runs concurrently with this story but there was something intense with Raff and Lauren.
This could be read as a standalone but I would recommend reading the first book before getting to this one. I don’t think you will be disappointed.
Rafferty (Default Distraction #2) by A.S. Roberts
5 out of 5 stars
Rafferty is the second book in the Default Distraction written by A.S. Roberts This author is amazing that can spin an amazing story that talks about real problems not fake. I have read a few of this authors books and her books just get better. The characters are well written and amazing the love the little quirks these characters have.
Do you believe in second chances? Do you believe in that all-consuming love? Do you think love can last decades without even seeing each other?
This is the story about Rafe and Lauren fell in love when they were young and do to circumstances where torn apart. Now decades later he’s back and wants only one thing and that’s Lauren.
He shatter all their dreams all those years ago by walking away from Lauren and she wants nothing to do with me.
Can he repair the broken pieces he crushed, but she doesn’t want them mended.
But when a cruel twist of fate puts her back in his arms, he will not let go again.
He was her everything until he broke her heart how can she trust him with her forever?
I highly recommend this book/series
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Tracy
@Tracy
Rafferty (Default Distraction #2)
By A.S. Roberts
Rated 5 stars
This is so heartwarming and uplifting! A story of overcoming obstacles and long lost love. This book is one that will keep me coming back to read over and over. I love how it slowly uncovers all the problems, the passion and the reasoning. So so much history here. Hearts have been crushed, relationships have been cut off and tears have been cried. It’s amazing how much the past dictates the future and you don’t even realize it until your older. Then one day BAM!
These characters made me smile one minute then turn around and be sad the next. I kind of admire Rafferty. Once he realizes how much he has missed and loves Lauren he vows to never give her up again. His comment at one time is how she was not a fleeting thought through the missing years. She was a monthly, daily and every second thought. Awwww! He is a man who goes after what he wants!
The secondary characters usually help make a book in my opinion. In here we have the rest of the band members (Brody, Cade, Luke)as well as the other besties (Winter and Amy). They all did wonderful but I have to say one of the BEST ones was Flint. He added his own brand of UMPH! to the story. I really just loved everything about this character. His scenes were unforgettable!
Not my first read by this author and it won’t be the last. I enjoy her stories. In this series
The author intermixed scenes from the last book (Brody) and this one. Same scene just from another characters POV. I have read this before (in other books) and find it Interesting what the characters are thinking and reacting to from previous books. So I would highly recommend reading Brody first as it is amazing as well! I eagerly look forward to Cade’s story.
Rafferty by A.S. Roberts a five-star read that will make you see music. This is the second novel in the Default Distraction series, and it has gone from strength to strength, I would say you could read it as stand-alone, but don’t as you will fall in love so hard with the boys you will need to go back and read Brody. Rafferty will warm even the coldest of hearts, this story proves just how love can concur all, it may not be the right time or place, but you fate will play its turn in the end. I have long been a huge fan of the author and this just proved again how amazing a writer she is, Lauren was someone I warmed to immediately and her battle brought tears to my eyes more times than I care to admit. This was a compelling story and one I won’t forget anytime soon, I can’t wait for Cade an Luke, even if its so we see more of Flint, Brie and Biscuit. Thank you for being amazing and bringing these great characters to life.
Rafferty by A.S. Roberts is Book two in the Default Distraction series. This is Rafferty and Lauren’s story and I hope you are prepared for an emotional ride. With the devastation of their past relationship along with the need to be near her how can Raff make things right after so many years. Lauren and Raff have a lone complicated history, they were each other’s first love and heart beak but it’s Soo much more with them. Add in a failed marriage and a 14 year old son, Raff has a lot to make up for when it comes to Lauren. You feel for Lauren throughout the whole story, and Raff you want to see him work for it and prove himself but at the same time you want to throat punch him for being so stupid. Will Raff finally tell the truth as to why everything happened, because no one knows his reasoning for leaving all those years ago. When Lauren needed him the most.
This is the second book in this series, I enjoyed it just as much as the first. I enjoy how this author is able to pull me in right from the beginning and keep me engaged until the end. This is Lauren and Rafferty’s story and an emotional one at times. They have history with each other and heartbreak. Will fate allow them to have a second chance? They are true to life, lovable and have great chemistry. They made me feel as if I was part of their story. I highly recommend this book.
My heart will ’always and forever’ be in love with this story. Second chance romance at its best, my eyes flowed effortlessly across the words, soaking every detail of Rafferty and Lauren’s story. So much pain had been endured and when Rafferty reenters Lauren’s life, the past proves damn hard to forget.
Lives move on but that piece in the jigsaw has always been missing for both characters, causing much anguish and sadness. I could not put this beautifully crafted story down. It’s one of those tales that will have you daydreaming about the characters when real life interupts and steals you away from your reading time. Highly recommend!
I “met” the members of the band “Default Distraction” through A.S. Roberts book Brody and was looking forward to the story of Rafferty with great anticipation. Rafferty is the lead guitarist for the band, a father and the owner of a broken heart. He was forced to leave his first and only love, Lauren, seventeen years ago on the cusp of his career as a rock star. Lauren has never truly recovered from losing the love of her life and when he returns to England and the town where they grew up, she struggles to protect her fragile heart from him once more.
I “met” the members of the band “Default Distraction” through A.S. Roberts book Brody and was looking forward to the story of Rafferty with great anticipation. Rafferty is the lead guitarist for the band, a father and the owner of a broken heart. He was forced to leave his first and only love, Lauren, seventeen years ago on the cusp of his career as a rock star. Lauren has never truly recovered from losing the love of her life and when he returns to England and the town where they grew up, she struggles to protect her fragile heart from him once more.
Oh Raff,
In a world where Rafferty has everything that everyone looks for, money, fame, the lifestyle & everything at his feet he should be happy, Forever, right?
Lauren
My heart I felt Lauren’s pain & anguish through my kindle, I could connect with her feelings so much that when things were happening or about to lead up to something I was looking for her reactions. Happy in her job but missing the spark to bring her to life there was just that one guy who Always managed it before!
With so much tension between these two when they first see each other, everyone around them is just as wary, but could the barriers breakdown with the feeling you get when feel the beat of the music, the words in a song, that feeling in your stomach.
Sometimes when you meet that LOVE it is suppose to be forever but something just stands in the way, if you feel that joy and overcome the ache that was put on your chest, then fight for your forever, always!
Having read all of this author’s previously published work and rated them all outstanding, I opened my kindle at the first page and kept everything crossed that this story would live up to my high expectations. It did. I need not have worried at all. I found I was hooked from the very first chapter. The emotions that the story brought out in me were everything I hoped for and expected… and more.
This is a second chance romance and there are obviously reasons why two people who are in a relationship go their separate ways and these need to be addressed and worked on when trying to rekindle that lost love. The love and attraction between Rafferty and Lauren was there more than ever but not only did they have to work on the reasons why their relationship didn’t work in the first instance, they also had to address what had happened in their lives whilst they had been apart, and that is not easy for anyone to do.
I think I spent much of my time reading with my stomach in knots. I adored the characters. I wanted everything to fit into place for them. Lauren is such a remarkable woman who hasn’t had it easy at all. She is incredibly strong and has achieved so much over the years and yet she has her own struggles to overcome every single day. She has been hurt and quite rightly doesn’t ever want to go down that path again and I totally understand why she puts barriers up to reduce the risk of being hurt again.
Rafferty has stolen my heart. A.S Roberts has a knack of writing the most incredible leading men that you cannot help fall in love with. I could say so many things about this man but then I risk going into spoiler territory and to be honest I want you to discover everything about Raff for yourself.
This is a fabulous story of love, loss, heartache, joy, sadness and hope. I could feel the emotions that the characters experienced throughout the story and also the connections between them. I don’t just mean Raff and Lauren – I felt that all the characters played an important role in making this book amazing.
This book can be read as a standalone but it is part of the Default Distraction series with Brody being the first book already released. If you haven’t read that yet, you are missing out on a treat and you need to rectify that. I’m assuming that the author will write books featuring the other band members and I for one cannot wait! I hope you enjoy Rafferty as much as I have…. I’m certain you will.