Rush and Gia’s story continues in the gripping conclusion to the New York Times bestseller, Rebel Heir…How to screw up a great summer in the Hamptons:Sleep with your boss. Check.Blow all your money on a rental you can’t afford. Check.How to walk away from a man you fall in love with at the end of a summer:…I’ll let you know when I figure it out.
Perfect conclusion to this heart stopping read! Full review to come on release day!
Rush is everything!
A perfect conclusion to this heart stopping duet!
Rush once again grabbed my heart and had it bursting with so many emotions.
This book starts right where it left off in Rebel Heir .
I liked that this story was a non stop of finding out what would happen between Rush and Gia.
Rush brought his game on with how he felt for Gia.
His emotions were all over the place and there were times where I didn’t know if he could or would be able to tell Gia how or if he could handle the complications they were having of being together.
Gia had me crying with her. She is a hot mess of emotions that were topping with Rush’s that they had me biting my nails waiting to see what she would do to with her feelings for Rush.
Go get this book and find out if these two can resolve their emotions for one another and have their rebel hearts captured.
Emotional conclusion…
After the cliffhanger of Rebel Heir, I fell into this story as quick as I could. Rebel and Gia’s relationship was full of heat and emotion and so much uncertainty, the pins and needles were out in full force! How do you move past something that is almost unpassable? Fate, chance, unwitting choices, blame it on what you will but this conflicted pair did not have an easy path. Easy, huh! What an understatement. The phrase ‘they could have it all’ keeps running through my mind as I think of the spark that exists between Gia and Rebel. That special physical chemistry, the emotional connection. It’s all there. Except…
There’s more. A lot more. And it’s told in a writing style that invited me to feel the shattered emotions and the heights and depths that love can take you. And feel it I did.
“And I’m supposed to be looking at you the way I do. Because you’re my person, Rush. And I’m yours.”
“4 Beautiful Unfortunately/Fortunately Stars*
Well Rush and Gia are back again in this twisty tale. This is not a stand-alone so you will need to read the other book Rebel Heir prior to reading this book. I was so happy to get the finale to this story because Rebel Heir left us with quite a bomb, and boy did it explode into something wonderful! I would give this book a 4.5 stars and highly recommend to others. This was probably one of the most anticipated sequels I have wanted to read in quite some time and I am so glad with the delivery of the story.. it was everything I wanted and more!
Rush and Gia find themselves trying to piece back there lives after Rush has finally decided to be there for Gia and her pregnancy… but when the secret comes out of who the father is both of there lives will be thrown into a tailspin… but will they be together in the end, or will it be too late?
Get to one clicking to see what happens you don’t want to miss this ending!
I couldn’t wait for this book to release after being dangled over the cliff at the end of Rebel Heir. Penelope and Vi gave me everything I could have wanted in this book including smiles, tears and lots of love Gia and Rush style.
Gia and Rush most definitely did not have an easy go of it. Just when you thought things were going to be okay…..something else would come crashing down on them.
I felt for both Rush and Gia. The shock of discovering her one night stand put them both in a tough spot. Gia tried really hard to give Rush space but how do you distance yourself from the half of your whole?
Rush was everything I expected until he wasn’t. He surprised me in the best way. Nothing worth having has come easy for him and Gia but their understanding of each other and underlying love may just be what they need to succeed.
Go grab your copy of Rebel Heart and see how their story ends.
5+ stars
The rollercoaster of stories that will have you on the ride of your life!!
When you read a book in one sitting, that’s a sign of an unbelievably great read!
I’m still coming to terms with the emotions that sucked me into Rush and Gia’s riveting story.
I have such a #RushCrush!! I’m telling you, it’s a thing!!
This book starts were Rebel Heir ends. And you have to ask the question. What on earth will happen?!
Good Lord…my heart went on the ride of its life…5 hours to be exact. I feel like Gia and Rush are old friends and I’m watching their story from afar. I just loved their banter, I loved the steamy moments. But what really got me was the way Rush was feeling. It cut me deep inside too.
The authors have certainly written a story that will tug at your heart. Do Gia and Rush get their happily ever after or do they go their separate ways??!! You need to read it for yourself. You have to read the riveting conclusion to their story. Go in with an open mind, and an open heart.
Definite must read series!!
I’ve been salivating for this since I read the last words of Rebel Heir…HOLY CRAP..my emotions were everywhere…I couldn’t read fast enough or slow enough.
I felt every twist, every question, EVERYTHING! MY heart bled out with Rush and I could put myself right into Gia’s shoes.
Growth, strength, perseverance and maturity all tangled into a intricate web of love, loss and decisions.
A duet ending that left me feeling complete and a little punch drunk off the words.
If you’ve read Rebel Heir (and if you’ve picked this book up, you should have because this is not a standalone), you’ve been hanging out with me on that cliff Ms. Ward and Ms. Keeland left us on, and probably waiting with bated breath to see what happens next. Allow me to tell you what happens next:
– Emotional rollercoaster ride
– All the feels
– Sheer perfection in the ending
As is usually the case in books by these authors, things didn’t pan out exactly the way I thought they would. I started out a little frustrated with every single person and the entire situation and then as the story went on, I became completely wrapped up with it and absolutely emotionally invested.
I wasn’t 100% sold on Rush and Gia after Rebel Heir, but Rebel Heart sealed the deal for me and in the end, I really did love their story so much. There is a fair amount of angst here, and at times I felt like the story drifted a bit, but the ending? SQUEE. So much SQUEE. And I could not be more satisfied.
I’ve been not so patiently waiting for this book since Rebel Heir left me with my mouth wide open. We picked up right where we left off and this book didn’t miss a beat. The whole time I was reading my heart was in my throat. This book could gone so MANY ways and I’m so happy that authors didn’t make it predictable. I’m not sure how it’s possible but I fell in love with Rush even more in this story. He has a heart of gold and I love it! Gia was still my sassy girl and she was so strong despite her circumstances. I really enjoyed this duet because the authors wrote characters that you couldn’t help but love with relatable issues as well. This book touched on so many topics and I found myself highlighting passages and nodding my head in agreement. This duet hands down has become my favorite book written by Penelope Ward and Vi Keeland.
Since the crazy cliffy ending of Rebel Heir, I’ve been dying to get my hands on Rebel Heart to see where Gia and Rush’s story would end.
Gia and Rush and their romance worried me a bit as they fought to find their way in Rebel Heir. They had so many obstacles in their way and I didn’t really know how they’d work things out.
In Rebel Heart, we got a much deeper look inside Rush’s head and heart. Really got to know him and his fears. And I just fell more in love with him. And Gia too. I really wanted them to figure things out. Work out the disconnect between their brains and their hearts. Figure out how to be together. Figure out how to let love win.
And they did. The ending of Rebel Heart was amazing. Totally swoon worthy. And absolutely perfect.
This is the second book in this Amazing Duet, The first being Rebel Heir, which i would HIGHLY recommend reading, because its freaking AWESOME !!!!!!
This book continues where the first explosively left off.
I’m not really sure i can find the words for this review, i don’t want to give anything away, so it may be a little bit of a ramble !!
Firstly, keep tissues handy, a swear box and maybe some boxing gloves, because i know you will want to batter something or someone!!!!
This couple… Rush and Gia, set my heart on passionate fire !!!! Their caring, their love and their commitment and devotion to each other leaves me breathless. when these authors decide to capture your heart, they leave no stone unturned, real life fades and your world is entranced in each and every word before you on the pages, twisting your emotions, catching all your free and easy falling tears and your laughter. Your heart, mind and soul become one with the characters, and your wrath is real when anyone tries to intervene, in their love or in your reading time !!!!! When life throws you Lemons the size of melons, how can you even think of lemonade !!!! Rush is a man with so many facets, he can be harsh, he can be the most caring man, but most of all he’s a man with passion, honesty, and the ability to love and love hard !!!! Gia was his perfect match in every way. I loved her strength, i loved her weakness, but most of all i loved that she would never give up loving this man nor doing what she felt best for him, even if it meant sacrificing herself. This journey was bitter and sweet, emotional and devastating, heart breaking and heart healing, but most of all its a journey i won’t forget !!!
You guys are going to hear me talking about the Rush Series for a long time. Did you ever have Duet Anxiety (DA)? I think it’s a thing, lol. Is it when you’re reading the second book in a two-book series and stress out that the conclusion is going to live up to the excitement of the first book? You loved book one and hope and prayed that your two favorite authors could create the same magic for the second time. Seriously, why did I stress? Maybe because it was their first duet? I’m shaking my head. Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward did it again! Anxiety be gone!
My emotions were all over the place while reading Rebel Heart. I found myself screaming, swooning and shedding a few happy tears. I was binge reading Rebel Heart and then stopping myself because I didn’t want this story to end. This emotion-filled romance series packs a perfect passionate punch, peppered with the authors’ signature sexy banter. Time and time again these two create such perfect characters, whether they’re working together or separately. The Rush series cements my love of why these two authors are the queens of romance writing collaborations. Rebel Heart stole my heart in a big way. Rush to one-click the epic conclusion to Rush and Gia’s story!@KCracked Rebel Heart
You must read Rebel Heir before you read this! This is the second book in the Rush series Duet.
Rebel Heir does end in a cliff hanger, but everything comes together in this book. I’m not going to say much because I would hate to give anything away.
Rush is still an amazing guy in this book. He has to make a big decision though.
Gia is going through a lot also. She’s strong though. She can do it.
I wasn’t sure if things would work out or not. But I will say that I’m extremely happy with how this ended.
Sorry it’s a vague review. But like I said, I would hate to ruin the story for anyone.
This is a must read duet!
If only Gia’s current writing in progress was full of the angst, heartache, and uncertainty that unfortunately fills her life ever since she realized exactly who her one-night stand/baby daddy was. Because if that was the case, she wouldn’t have to deal with Rush finding out the truth and quite possibly walking away from a connection that seemed destined to remain intact forever.
But now in a horrible twist of fate, Rush and Gia’s story has to be rewritten, and as much as she wants it to end with their happily ever after, Gia ultimately no longer has control over where they end up, putting Rush in an impossible position – one that will put him in the position of either playing the hero or the villain regardless of the fact that he’s just as much a victim in all of this as Gia is.
My one issue with Rebel Heir was that the main conflict was a bit too easy to identify, so heading into Rebel Heart, I was worried that the paternity reveal would be dragged out, making it the main complication of the second book’s story line, but I’m happy to say that, that was not the case; in fact, the secret did not remain hidden for long, but therein also lies the issue because it’s that information that leaves Rush conflicted, struggling to decide if his love for Gia is stronger than his hate for his brother.
It’s an extremely tenuous situation that Rush and Gia find themselves in, and while my heart was put through the ringer due to Rush’s soul searching process, I can’t blame him for needing the time to truly feel like he can give himself over to Gia and her baby accepting what he knows without any hesitation.
Did I feel Rush went a bit too far in some instances? Absolutely, but based on the animosity between him and his father and brother, there are so many overwhelming feelings to deal with and to overcome and I can’t imagine the kind of burdens that puts on Rush’s shoulders, so I can’t completely criticize his actions, but I did feel horrible for Gia as she tried to accept Rush’s distance, his mixed signals, and the real possibility that they may never be together in the way that they both so desperately want due to a set of circumstances that seem to be too far out of their control.
Rush and Gia’s journey to ‘no more unfortunately’ in their lives is an arduous task, but the fact that they don’t come completely unhinged as they delve through their separate issues as well as those they must face together speaks to the kind of people Rush and Gia are and it’s that idea that enabled me to hold on and to let Penelope Ward and Vi Keeland lead me where they needed me to go in order to understand how all the pieces of Rush and Gia’s story fit together and how those fractures get mended and made whole.
4.5 Poison Apples
Rebel Heart was such a breathtakingly beautiful, toe-curling and heart-fluttering conclusion to Rush and Gia’s tale! I honestly had no idea where this book would lead me or where the story would go, especially with how it all ended in Rebel Heir, but Penelope Ward and Vi Keeland just never disappoint. Right off the bat, I couldn’t stop myself from flipping the pages and falling for Rush even more. They truly made my heart sing and pulse speed up like crazy.
“Whether we wind up together or not, you’re supposed to be looking at me. And I’m supposed to be looking at you the way I do. Because you’re my person, Rush. And I’m yours.”
Rush is the kind of hero you just won’t be able to help but love and desire and daydream over—what with his sweet and possessive actions, comforting and filthy words, and huge, giving heart. He certainly kept me on my toes, but he also left me with an army of butterflies in my stomach the whole time. From cover to cover, he just had me melting at the palm of his hand and swooning my heart out.
And Gia—I adored her so much more in this book. Given what she went through, she showed and proved just how pure and strong-willed and loving she really is. My heart ached for her, my chest physically felt like it was getting crushed at some points in reading this, but the way she stood tall and powered through her situation left me in awe. She grew and blossomed right in front of my eyes and it was nothing less than enthralling to witness.
“Life shouldn’t be about constantly trying to prove that we’re safe from getting hurt. Life should be about living with uncertainty while we watch beautiful sunsets with the people we love.”
Regardless of the multitude of questions that constantly swirled inside my head and the uncertainty of how Rush and Gia’s story would play out, I loved the journey and where this book took me. Their chemistry, and that unique and solid bond that tethered them together were just absolutely as electrifying and palpable as ever.
The Rush Series Duet is the epitome of a completely captivating blend of angst, heart, heat, and humor that will get you instantly hooked and longing for more. Penelope Ward and Vi Keeland definitely plotted and put pen to paper an almost painfully unthinkable situation and executed it flawlessly and remarkably, leaving a huge smile on my face and my heart full of love. It just couldn’t have ended more perfectly than that.
DO NOT READ THIS BOOK WITHOUT READING REBEL HEIR FIRST.
This is book two of the Rush Duet and the way book one blind sided me had me in a bit of a funk to say the least.
I knew Gia and Rush would have things tough, but what I didn’t expect was Rush’s almost indifference. But that was soon overshadowed by the fact that my heart was hurting really bad for Gia. I don’t know what it was that made me connect with her on such an emotional level. Maybe it was because to the outside world she portrayed such a strong independent woman, but as a reader we got to experience certain vulnerabilities.
I loved that Rush lost none of that dirty talk from the first book, in fact for me, he is way up there as a serious contender for Book Boyfriend of the year. That guy is one hot specimen of a man.
This book was just as perfect as the first in so many different ways and my only concern was that it was over way to soon. Literally the book landed and I read the entire thing in one sitting and before I knew it I had come to the end.
For anyone new to Vi and Penelopes collaborations, or new to the authors themselves and who loves a damn good contemporary romance with plenty of hotness and angst, then this duet is highly recommended.
Rebel Heart is book two in the Rush Series Duet. It can not be read as a standalone. It picks up right where book one left off. I love Rush and Gia. They don’t have it easy and my heart went out to them. I wasn’t totally happy with some of the things Rush did in this one but his actions where perfectly believable. They both have a lot to deal with and I was so rooting fort hem to be able to sort everything out. This duet is a great read and you should definitely read it.
So I have come to the conclusion that Penelope and Vi named this book Rebel Heart because they absolutely rip yours out of your chest and then proceed to stomp on it. Then they play with it a little bit giving it some good stuff then throwing in a tub of broken glass. Then they pick some of the glass out only to toss it against the wall again. But finally after all the broken and bruised and cut heart they finally put it back together again. Yes that’s what it felt like reading this beautiful heartbreaking perfect book!!!
This book picks up exactly where Rebel Heir stops and I mean exactly where the other stops. And I so love when a book does that. In this book a lot of stuff is thrown at Gia and Rush. Things that would cripple and any relationships. But Gia stayed as strong as could be expected and I loved that they went that way this book. Rush was hit with blow after blow after blow in this book and a lesser man were to crumble. And even though there were some issues between him and Gia he still wanted to take care of her and that just warmed me up. You will need a box or two when reading this book! It’s just so tragically beautiful that you will be left sitting in your chair for a good hour trying to get your bearings on where you are because you will have been so consumed by this book that you will not know what to do with yourself. I wish there was a way we could vote with more stars. I so highly recommend this book
REBEL HEART – Vi Keeland & Penelope Ward – 4.9 STARS
Book #2 starts right the second the first one ended. At Rush’s brother’s birthday party in the city. And Gia just realized that brother Elliott is the father of her baby.
Rush can never know. But his brother seems like the kind of a**hole guy who would just love to tell Rush once he finds out. She needs to tell him first. But she’s scared, because she just knows that Rush wouldn’t be able to handle that. He hates his brother.
What to do? She has to tell him – but then she will lose him forever …
What will happen to Gia & Rush?
Will there finally be a HEA?
READ THE BOOK TO FIND OUT
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WAAAAAA!! Finally book #2! The first one ended sooo cliffyish!
Poor Rush.
There are a billion guys coming to the Hamptons every day – why did Gia have to have a one-night stand with Rush’s idiot half-brother???
I kind of hated the whole book. LOL – no. I loved it. But I just hated that we had to go through all that sh*t until we could get to our happily ever after. Poooooor Rush! And poor Gia. You just hope all through the sad beginning that they’ll fight through this and that Elliott won’t be too much of an ass about everything…. Ugh. I HATE Rush’s family!
Even though I hated so much about the situation, I really loved reading the book. Rush just can’t stay away from the love of his life and the baby – even though it’s not his kid but his nephew… but there’s a lot they have to overcome until that happy end can happen! Great second book in this duet. It was all so sad and moving and sweet and adorable and sexy and ugh – I need to see this on Netflix ASAP!!!!!
REBEL HEART was the perfect ending for our Rush & Gia’s love story! Sad, moving, frustrating, sweet, adorable, funny, sexy…
Run to your nearest amazon for your own Rush – this one is MINE!!!!
Rebel Heart picks up (your heart off of the floor) and right where Rebel Heir left off, so you start off right out of the gate on page 1.
Rush is divine.
Gia is adorable.
Following them on the journey of discovering if love for one can be stronger than hate for another was frustrating at times, sexy at times, but entertaining all of the time.
This was a fabulous continuation of this story with an even better epilogue.
Great duet.
Rebel Heart is the second book in the Rush Series.
In Book 1, Rebel Heir we were left with a huge cliffhanger. Fortunately, Rebel Heart starts where Rebel Heir left off.
Rebel Heart is angsty goodness.
I am sad that this book is the conclusion to the Rush Series Duet. I want more told. I love Heathcliff “Rush” Rushmore & Gia Mirabelli. I loved Rush’s mother and Gia’s father. I hated Rush’s father and brother. But, I was happy with Rush’s father with what he did at the end. He may not be completely redeemable but, that was a good effort.
Rush Series was very, very good. I love when Penelope Ward and Vi Keeland come together to write books. I can’t wait to see what they collaborate on next! 4.5 stars