Eva and Rafe’s story concludes in this emotional, angsty, rock star romance from the bestselling author of The Rixon Raiders seriesRafe Hunter thought he was destined for two things in life: playing guitar, and keeping his brother on the straight and narrow.Until Eva.She makes him want to be better. Makes him dream of life after the band. But Black Hearts Still Beat is all he’s ever known.Rafe … Hearts Still Beat is all he’s ever known.
Rafe wants a future with Eva but when you’re choosing between your heart and head, fame or the future, nothing is ever simple.
Music saved them, but is it finally time for Rafe to let his heart rule? Or will love be the ultimate downfall of Eva and her Black Hearted boys?
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This is the 3rd and conclusion of this amazing series. At the end of #2 Rafe had chosen Eva over his band and the connection between them is unbreakable, but now decisions need to be made as to whether they return to the band. Will Rafe and Levi make amends? No spoilers: this is a definite must-read series you will not be disappointed. This is a beautifully written story which is filled with drama, heartbreak and emotion which all leads to an entertaining and all-consuming read. I was totally captivated throughout, and I highly recommend for all readers.
Once again we join Eva and Rafe on their journey, and once again they find themselves at odds with one another. When we last left them Eva had walked away from the tour frustrated with Rafe and his brother Levi and left totally clueless as to what she should do about them. But Rafe wasn’t so ready to let her slip away, he wanted his girl and would stop at nothing to keep her by his side. Even if it meant going to battle with his brother and his band mates.
This dramatic little ending to their story is certain to pull you right back into their lives and quickly have you addicted all over again. I loved my time with this couple starting from the first page of Rush, the moment I met them I knew they were destined to end up with one another, no matter all the obstacles in their way. Their chemistry and magnetic pull to one another not only kept the steam rising from the pages, but it also kept me mesmerized with their every move, they were such a magical pairing. If you like angsty and dramatic love stories then I have no doubt that this one will keep you thoroughly entertained… it’s lively cast of characters are hard to let go of once you meet them! Highly recommend!
I requested an advanced copy of this title from the publisher, and I am voluntarily leaving my honest opinion.
Rule: The Finale (Black Hearts Still Beat #3) brings Eva and Rafe’s romance to a close. I absolutely love the ending of this triology.
The road traveled to get this two a hea was a magnetic ride. I loved reading about all the old characters and new ones bringing extra intrigue. Fabulous music world with beautiful music, amazing friendships, and awesome characters. A perfect ending with a sweet epilogue. I’m so excited to get Levi’s story. I hope too see the other characters again. Love this series.
This is the conclusion to an Epic series,with a wonderful ending that left me completely satisfied.
Eva and Rafe’s Romance is beautiful to watch unfold,I was just swooning with the way Rafe loved Eva,but as with everything nothing is as easy as just falling in Love.
L.A Cotton has written a fantastic story and it left me with so many feels and I enjoyed every single minute,this was perfection and I loved it.
Rockstar Romance fans will relish this story and I highly recommend it.
By Cat W.
Rate: 5 / 5 stars
I can’t believe we are here… the end of Rafe and Eva’s story! It’s been an amazing, emotional, complety riveting ride! I’ve loved every second I got to spend with this group of characters. They are an epic, messy, broken bunch and I’ve loved watching them become a family and grow as individuals, couples and one big family.
We not only got to see all our favorite characters but we got to meet some new ones too! A certain someone that rapidly became someone important and is bound to change the game and someone’s life! I’m guiddy over them. But no one has me swooning more than Rafe. His relationship with Eva is so sweet, I just love them. They have such an amazing connection and understanding of one another. He was so romantic in this book but also possessive. It was legit the best of both worlds and I was here for it. Eva is pretty lucky!
Rafe had me all kinds of emotional in this book. My heart felt so much for him. Being torn between the love of his life and his brother was so hard on him, not knowing what to do, how to feel… I love him so much and seeing him in pain hurt. And although Levi is a d*ck most of the time, I love him too and was a mess for him as well. I can’t wait to see what happens with him. I feel like he’s finally ready to get some help. I cannot wait for his book, to get inside his head and see his thing with Phoebe up close gah.
Black Hearts Still Beat is an amazing rockstar romance about two artists from very different backgrounds that find each other and somehow their pieces fit in all the right places. It’s a whole journey of chasing dreams, fighting demons and finding love. This series will give you all the feels, excitement, drama revolving the music world. You get to meet amazing characters, see strong genuine friendships rise and florish, listen to some beautiful music, fall in love with a new world and most of all witness a beautiful, emotional love story! Rafe and Eva are two star crossed lovers that connect their broken pieces and manage to build each other back whole.
Each member of Black Hearts Still Beat is amazing and I cannot wait to get more of them. Levi is getting is own book (YES!) so I’m praying the others do too eventually because from the bits and pieces of Hudson and Molly and Damon’s novella.. their books are bound to be pretty epic too! I need.
SWOON!!!! Rafe and Eva’s story was amazing. Their connection is unbreakable. Their characters are strong, fierce and determined. While this may be their HEA ending, Lianne is awesome at giving us readers a snippet if them in other character’s books. I desperately and patiently waiting to read Levi’s book.
I have been waiting for the conclusion to Rafe and Eva’s story since the jaw dropping cliffhanger in book two. Since book one I have fallen in love with Rafe and Eva. Their story was full of so many ups and downs and struggles. Despite everything will they make it through everything together?
I loved the chemistry Eva has with Rafe, but also with Levi, Damon and Hunter. Sure, it is different with all the guys but it made the story and was one of the best things for me. She was unexpected to them all and I think they all realized how much they needed her in their lives. The growth of Eva was also fantastic. The series started with this shy, little, timid girl who was afraid to speak up or take risks and by the end she was rocking it on tour and willing to stand up for what she loves.
I did find myself craving a little more drama between Rafe and Levi, especially with how book two ended. Though, I am glad there was a resolution to that problem, I just wanted more. Plus, Hunter and Molly….I need more of those two! Rule did have some drama, but compared to the previous books this one is a little more on the sweeter side and I’m glad it wrapped up Rafe and Eva’s story. However, I can’t wait to see what happens next for the band!
Rule and the rest of the series are MUST READS!
Excellent
This is the conclusion to an Epic series,with a wonderful ending that left me completely satisfied.
Eva and Rafe’s Romance is beautiful to watch unfold,I was just swooning with the way Rafe loved Eva,but as with everything nothing is as easy as just falling in Love.
There is drama and tension between Rafe and his brother Levi which causes friction with the band,a band who has become like family to Eva,and she might be the only one who can try to make things right.
But there is no question that Eva is meant for Rafe,but will them being together tear the band apart.
L.A Cotton has written a fantastic story and it left me with so many feels and I enjoyed every single minute,this was perfection and I loved it.
Rockstar Romance fans will relish this story and I highly recommend it.
Disclaimer: I received an Advance Reader Copy at no cost from the publisher/author. All opinions in my review are my own.
I can hardly believe that we have reached the end of Rafe and Eva’s journey. Their story has been such a wild ride.
L.A. Cotton puts her all into her stories and it shows in her storytelling. Her writing style is one that I connect with so easily. Her writing invites you in and makes you feel so at ease. I am blown away by her writing skills time and time again. She plots out her stories so carefully and she always surprises me with what she comes up with. I am never disappointed. I really like where she went with this story and I love how Levi’s story was set up for the next book.
These characters have come to mean so much to me. I have been completely captivated by them. They have worked their way into me so much that I can feel them in my bones. I honestly hope that L.A. Cotton decides to give each member of Black Hearts Still Beat their own story. I may have to riot if she doesn’t. At least we know that Levi’s story is on the way. I loved how full of emotion this book was. The characters expressed their emotions so viscerally and devastatingly. The main characters had so much depth and such incredible character growth. Some of the side characters even had some amazing growth.
The romance in this book was heart-melting. Rafe and Eva finally get to be together and they don’t have to hide. Even though there are still a lot of hurdles for them, they still manage to devote themselves to one another. Rafe had some awesome romantic gestures in this book that had my heart singing.
Overall, this is a riveting story that really packs a punch. A rock and roll bad boy and a country sweetheart are both broken souls that find their way together and find that their two broken halves make a whole. It really is such an uplifting and heartwarming story at its core. This is a rockstar romance that you won’t be able to put down. I cannot wait for Levi’s book!
In this conclusion for Rafe and Eva’s story we pick up where the last book left off and now these two have a lot of decisions to make about their futures. They have finally decided what they want from one another but now they have to learn how to navigate the mess that their decisions have left behind including Levi. Levi struggles with his own demons and isn’t trusting anyone even Rafe and Eva right now so they are trying to figure out how this will effect things. I loved the love that Eva and Rafe had for each other but my heart hurt for Rafe as he struggled with his insecurities and how he is no longer the one Levi leans on and can he trust that things are platonic between his love and brother. Eva struggles with how to come to terms that she may be coming in between the band and brothers, but as the story continues we see she is actually the glue that holds them together. It was such a great and emotional read, Rafe and Eva are perfection and love each other deeply. My heart hurt for the characters as they tried to learn to trust each other and come to terms things won’t be the same but maybe one day things can be somewhat close to the way it was. I can’t wait for more of Black Hearts Still Beat and I hope Levi can fight his demons and find peace.
Eva and Rafe have been through so much.
Eva knows she can’t compete with Levi, but Rafe takes that decision away from her and Rafe lets her know how he feels.
Rafe had made some tough decisions he had always been there for his brother, music saved them all, but now he knows he can be there for his brother, but he can’t always fix him, he had to live for his own dreams and that included Eva.
Eva knows she loves Rafe, she loved nearly everything about touring with the band, but she knows there can’t be anymore secrets between her and Rafe.
They know they want to spend the rest of their lives together, but the band needs Levi and Rafe needs his brother, can Eva help the band get back to the way they were, how will they handle their lives being in the spotlight for the world to see.
Black Hearts Still Beat and mine is pounding!!!!!
Eva and Rafe are swoon goals. Rafe is seriously hot! His words, his aura, his love for Eva!!! I’m sinking, falling so hard for this tortured brooding boy! I am glowing in my warmth and happiness for them. LA Cotton gave us a rockstar worth swooning over. She gave us a family. She gave us an experience. She also seems to be giving us Levi’s story!
I’m both torn and enthralled by the dropped bomb. I am trying to prevent myself from rocking in the corner. I just can’t keep those words from playing on repeat in my mind.
Rule isn’t the end and I can’t be happier about that but I am so worried for the future! Black Hearts Still Beat and I’m worried someone’s might stop.
This is the third book in the Black Hearts Still Beat series; we have watched Eva’s entrance into stardom, her introduction to Rafe and the sparks fly. Then in book two Eva and Rafe try and hide their relationship while Eva gets used to being on tour. There was the little drama with Levi, as he also took a bit of a shine to Eva not knowing that she and Rafe were a thing, and finally we watched Rafe choose Eva over the band and leave the tour. Now Eva and Rafe have to make a choice, do they just walk away from that world, or do they go back and conquer that world?
So, for me I felt that book two was the best so far. This was actually a bit of a let down, with very little going on. There was still some spicy moments and some drama that will keep you entertained but in the long run, not as good as I had hoped it would be. BUT I am super excited for what’s next to come; hopefully three more books with the other members getting their HEA’s. I give this 4 stars.
L.A. Cotton’s Black Hearts Still Beat series has cemented itself as one of my favourites and I love that it isn’t all over yet! Rafe, Levi, Hudson, Damon and let’s not forget our country girl Eva have all found a place in my heart and this is one book series that I never want to end. I just know that when we get Levi’s story it will be incredible as he is a complex character and I can’t wait to hear his perspective on events.
I’m digressing from talking about Rule which is the third and final book of Rafe and Eva’s story. After that ending in Rise, I was desperate to know how the situation between Eva, Rafe and Levi would unfold and I wasn’t left disappointed. There was so much for them all to deal with and I loved witnessing just how much love Rafe and Eva have for each other. You are going to have to read this book yourself to see what happens in the end, but I know that you’ll love spending more time with the BHSB guys and Eva.
My only grumble is that whilst the story progressed – and don’t get me wrong I absolutely loved spending time getting know the guys and Eva better, I wish that there had been a little something more to it. I do think Rule has set up Levi’s story perfectly but I missed the emotions that the first two books brought out in me.
If you love Rock Star romances then this series is a must read. I’ve mentioned that Levi’s book is coming later this year but I am begging the author to give us Hudson and Damon’s too. I absolutely adore Rafe, he is everything you would want in a partner and I would love to see the others being tamed by ‘the one’ too. Whilst that is happening, we can sit back and enjoy the banter that flows easily amongst the group and the connection that they share. The BHSB boys and Eva really are more than friends, they are family!!
Even though I had dying to read this book since I finished book 2 Rise, when I got it in my hands I just couldn’t bring myself to read it for few days. I knew it was going to be great but I also knew it would be a while before we saw the Black Hearts characters again so I wanted to savor it. Let me tell you, it did not disappoint! Drama, angst, and all the feelings you come to expect from LA were present. If I could have read it in one sitting, I would have. Rafe had his work cut out for him and he came thru!
First off before I forget… that ending.. it gave me shivers!! I’m excited!!
Okay, wow what a great ending. This ending was long overdue and so deserving. Rafe and Eva deserve their happiness. They deserve each others love. They ARE each others anchors. This road may have been a rough one but they are young and so deeply in love. There is no obstacle that they can’t overcome. Rafe and Levi (and the rest of the guys) have been there for each other through so much. It’s great to see them growing up and becoming stronger for each other. We couldn’t ask for a better ending, thought that epilogue…. oh boy. The life of a rock star isn’t easy, and it’s a life that I would never want. But it’s always fun to read and fantasize about. This trilogy is a work of heartbreaking art that I’m glad I got to explore. *I voluntarily read an advanced copy of this book for my honest and unbiased review.*