“Reverb is not just sexy, down and dirty, a little bit kinky and deliciously queer. It’s also brilliantly open and healthy.” –Pink Heart Society “Recommended for lovers of rock star romances and those looking for fresh takes on the genre and its protagonists.” –Library Journal “I tore through the chapters, hooked as always by the vividness of Zabo’s glam-rock world.” –The Seattle Review of … Seattle Review of Books
The tougher they are, the harder they fall.
Twisted Wishes bass player Mish Sullivan is a rock goddess–gorgeous, sexy and comfortable in the spotlight. With fame comes unwanted attention, though: a stalker is desperate to get close. Mish can fend for herself, just as she always has. But after an attack lands her in the hospital, the band reacts, sticking her with a bodyguard she doesn’t need or want.
David Altet has an instant connection with Mish. A certified badass, this ex-army martial arts expert can take down a man twice his size. But nothing–not living as a trans man, not his intensive military training–prepared him for the challenge of Mish. Sex with her is a distraction neither of them can afford, yet the hot, kink-filled nights keep coming.
When Mish’s stalker ups his game, David must make a choice–lover or bodyguard. He’d rather have Mish alive than in his bed. But Mish wants David, and no one, especially not a stalker, will force her to give him up.
This book is approximately 105,000 words
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4.75 Stars This is my first book by this author. I really enjoyed this. Despite it being book 3 in a series it does stand alone. Here we have your classic rockstar x bodyguard but make it queer as heck and spicy with it. Mish and David are thrown together after she is attacked by a fan. And while David is a trans-man, very little about this is to do with his gender. Almost everyone in this book is some flavour of queer and it just is what it is. I really loved how the band are such a tight knit found family who have clearly been through many struggles both personally and professionally, and Mish and David were so darn cute together I was always rooting for them. I stayed up very late last night finishing this. I for sure will read more from this author and this series.
This book worked for me a zillion times over. I read it over two days basically sneaking reading time whenever I could on a family vacation. This is one of whirlwind relationships, almost love-at-first-sight, or at least first barb, that just worked. The chemistry between Mish and David is so hot and fast but completely believable. The idea of them together just makes sense and the book is more about making that a practical reality in the real world because of career and lifestyle differences, but was still fresh and well done.
The stalker subplot was also really well balanced. It didn’t take-over the story and while I had an idea of what was going on there was still tension and surprises and the story just moved really well.
Twisted Wishes was wonderful, as always, and all the characters continued their vibe and roles and it again, just made perfect happy sense. It was really just a delight to read.
Something Different
This book just wasn’t for me. It seems like others have loved it but everyone has different tastes. So I’m saying give it a chance because maybe this is just something you were looking for.
What can I say about Reverb other than it’s knock me on my ass unbelievably amazing!!!
To say I loved this book would be a huge understatement. I honestly bow down to the brilliance of this author and truly don’t think I can do this story justice with my paltry words.
The tag line of this book could not be more appropriate “The tougher they are, the harder they fall.” Because watching Mish Sullivan fall for David Altet was something to cherish, savour and an unexpected delight. I was on an emotional rollercoaster and enjoying every second while reading their beautifully written story.
Be ready to feel all the feels while devouring this book and spending time with the guys and gal from Twisted Wishes. It’s a tour you won’t soon forget and one that you wish was real so you could belt out the tunes and rock with the band night after night.
I’m not going to give anything away because some huge things happen in this book, things that will leave you grinning from ear to ear and at times watching your just ripped out, still beating heart be kicked around the room and it’s worth EVERY SINGLE WORD!
If I wasn’t a huge fan of this series before, I would be now. This book was everything and this series has absolutely blown me away and has me one hundred percent addicted
Twisted Wishes is a hot band. Since they’ve become a big deal, their bass player, Mish, has begun receiving creepy, stalker emails. The band has decided it’s time to hire security. Enter David. Even though he is hired to protect the band, he quickly becomes Mish’s personal bodyguard. They immediately have a spark. Now David has to find a way to stay focused and protect the band while slowly becoming one of the family. I loved everything about this book. With music, romance, and suspense, this is such a good balance of everything I enjoy. I highly recommend you grab a copy.
I love this band and their love for each other, Zabo has a way of writing so much feelings in to their stories it’s impossible not to be engaged and feel like I know the characters.
David and Mish is instantly connecting and it’s unique and beautiful.
The storyline is good and has a steady pace to a satisfying ending.
No unnecessary descriptions of surroundings, and that’s important to me.
Lots of dialogues that has meaning and reveals so much about the characters without saying it directly, that’s something I enjoyed very much.
The rawness of this story made me cry at times so have a Kleenex ready when you start reading.
Very nice rock romance, 5 stars.
*A copy of this book was provided by the publisher via NetGalley and I freely give my honest review.*
Reverb by Anna Zabo is the third book in The Twisted Wishes series. It is a contemporary queer romance about a kick@$$ pansexual female musician and the FTM bodyguard meant to protect her. The story involves Rock concerts, kinky bandmates, a dangerous stalker and found family… oh and love. Its entertaining, interesting and definitely one click worthy.
I love the main characters, Mish and David. They have great chemistry together and it’s hard not to want them to get a happily ever after. The supporting cast of characters are fun as well and definitely loveable. The story keeps your interest and makes you want more.
I received an advanced reader’s copy of the book and I am voluntarily leaving my honest review and recommendation.