FRISKY FALL SATURDAYS: TELL ME (ONE NIGHT WITH SOLE REGRET #6) by OLIVIA CUNNING

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Series: One Night with Sole Regret #5
Genre: Erotic Romance

Publisher: Vulpine Press

Publication Date: 9/17/13

Format: Kindle

Pages: 220

Source: Bought
Rating: 4 stars
 

 

 

Book Six in the One Night with Sole Regret series.

This novella is 60,000 words long and includes an extra night, because one night with Force just isn’t enough.

He had planned a perfect weekend for her…

Gabriel “Force” Banner has been unable to get a certain sexy accountant out of his head. Sole Regret’s inventive drummer has created big plans to keep sweet Melanie entertained all weekend long. Unfortunately, Melanie arrives for their rendezvous with a bit of baggage that just might ruin their fun.

She didn’t mean to make things difficult…

Melanie wouldn’t blame Gabe if he left her at the airport with her bit of baggage, but he’s determined to make their limited time together work. When they leave behind the bustle of New Orleans and the rock ‘n’ roll scene to visit his serene oasis outside of Austin, Texas, their romantic weekend seems to be back on track. But life has a way of butting in at the worst possible times.

Can they learn how to support each other in the face of adversity or will reality destroy their budding relationship before it even takes flight?

 

Back by popular demand (or not) is the joint review with my bestie, Autumn Review!

So, all the members of Sole Regret have had their book. How excited were we to get back to Gabe and Melanie?

 

Autumn:  Well, you know that Gabe is my favorite, so I was pretty damn excited.

 

Andrea:  Me too! I was anxious to see his latest invention.

Autumn:  Definitely. Dr. Kink E. Inventor.

The glove!

 

Andrea:  Indeed. And I have to say, he exceeded my expectations. And here's the thing, your husband is very smart and mine is a good builder, so I'm thinking that between them, we can make this (meaning, the glove) happen.

 

Autumn: Oh yes!!! We'll have to set hard limits though. No duct tape.

 

Andrea:  lmao Word. That could get sticky.

Did your feelings about Gabe or Melanie change from their first to second book?

 

Autumn:  I love love love Gabe even more and I actually liked Melanie more in this one. She's a lot sassier in this one. I liked it a lot. She reminded me of Myrna a bit.

 

Andrea:  Exactly! She reminded me of Myrna too! She strong and very matter of fact. I think I love Gabe even more now. I had forgotten how much I adored Force.

Autumn:  I would just like to get my hands on the hawk and trim it down a bit.

 

Andrea:  Yeah, I don't dig Mohawks, but could make an exception for him.

Autumn:  I appreciate his uh...size. And I'm not talking about his hawk or his feet.

 

Andrea:  Obviously. I mean, who wouldn't?

 

 

What do you think about Gabe's inventions? Which one was your favorite?

 

Autumn:  I think I'd like to try his glove the most, but am curious about the sleeve. The funniest thing about is reading Gabe together is how we literally try to visualize what it's like. We dissect it and try to figure out how to make it real. 

The beads with the rotating marble was nice too.

Rear door FTW!

 

Andrea:  lol I like how we both had our hands up, faces scrunched in concentration, trying to figure it out. I don't think I could pick. I WANT IT ALLLLLL!!!

 

Autumn:  We get serious about this.

Gabe's inventions are no joke.

 

Andrea:  There's no laughing in kink.

 

Autumn:  Truth.

How do you feel about the way Gabe and Melanie's relationship progressed?

 

Andrea:  I was very happy. It's so hard to remember that they've actually only known each other, what, a week? I thought it was nice that OC showed their insecurity about how fast they're moving. But yeah, very pleased.

 

Autumn:  Me too. It made it more realistic.

I almost forgot that Gabe has insecurities. Melanie was so sweet and accepting.

Favorite moment between them?

 

Andrea:  Well....I really loved the beginning, with their video chat. And all their steamy moments for sure. I loved the end, though, when Melanie puts their relationship first.

 

Autumn:  Yes!! I loved the beginning and I also loved when they see each other again. It was so sweet. They were both a bit nervous. I loved when she was watching him at the concert and when he took her home too.

The end was great!

 

Andrea:  Yes. The concert was great.

Autumn:  And the shower after the concert felt very intimate.

 

We gotta talk about the two people we despise, Lindsey and Nikki.

 

Autumn:  Urgh. Yes.

I want to cunt punt them both.

Andrea:  Hard. With steel toe boots. They are epic cockblockers.

Do you think Nikki is sincere? Or Lindsay? Which one do you hate worse?

 

Autumn:  I hate Nikki more right now because I think her motives aren't good. She's manipulative and conniving.

I have a theory about Lindsey too. They're both liars. Period.

I'm sure we will butcher Lindsey more in Owen's book. Unfortunately, I don't think we've seen the last of Nikki either.

 

Andrea: They are. I'm definitely more angry at Nikki. I can't imagine being that selfish and manipulative. Do you think we're supposed to believe what we've told about them, or are we judgmental bitches?

 

Autumn:  I don't think there is any way to redeem either one of them. I have no sympathy or compassion for either girl. I absolutely loathe the way that Nikki repeatedly tried to interfere in Mel and Gabe's relationship. Clearly she has issues and I know it was hard for Melanie, but I was happy to see that Melanie stood her ground.

 

Andrea:  Me too. I was incredibly frustrated over this part of the story. It's good b/c it made me feel, but yeah, so frustrating that I wanted to punch something.

 

Autumn:  Definitely. I loved how Shade confronted Melanie about it. He's an observant guy.

 

Andrea:  He is. You know how much I love Shade and his abrasive personality. I think he and Melanie could be good friends.

 

Autumn:  Agree! I think they'll have a mutual respect for each other as they get to know each other better.

 

 

What are your thoughts on Adam?

 

Andrea:  Adam. You know I think he's sexy, but such a Debbie Downer. I actually am very excited for his book. Madison, on the other hand, has me worried.

 

Autumn:  Right! She seemed so insecure in this book. I feel like I almost need to go back and reread their first book before their next one comes out. I don't remember being that way. Adam has a lot of issues. He's my least favorite but I admit that I'm interested to see where his story is headed.

 

Andrea: Sex club in New Orleans.

 

Autumn:  I'm really liking the way OC is structuring the rest of the series. It seems like the rest of the books will all be in the same time sequence as Gabe and Mel's weekend. Sounds like a lot went down in that one weekend!!!

 

Andrea:  It does! I really think she's going in a great direction. I'm excited.

How would you rank the members of Sole Regret?

 

Autumn:  Gabe, Kellen, Owen, Shade, Adam

 

Andrea:  Well, my feelings have changed. I forgot how much I loved Gabe, but won't try to take your man. Shade, Gabe... I'm torn between Owen and Kellan, so they share a spot. Owen is hilarious and sweet, but Kellan likes pie. Poor Adam. Hopefully his book will raise his status.

 

Autumn:  Poor Adam.

Gabe is just....umph

 

Tell Me in five words.

Andrea:  Anticipation. Sexy. Kinky. Funny. FRUSTRATING.

 

Autumn:  Hot. Inventive. Infuriating. Flirty. Anxious.

 

Andrea:  Good job. *fist bump*

 

Autumn:  *bump*

Favorite Quotes:

  And then his mind went blank as his body strained against hers and he flowed into her, not just physically - he could have done that with any woman - but spiritually and emotionally. He was all tangled up inside Melanie Anderson, in dozens of ways, and it was a puzzle he never wanted to solve.   ~ebook, 57%


  "The new invention I've been working on. I don't think I should use it on someone I care about. I fear it just might fck you to death."
  Melanie was not ready to die, even by fcking. "Your inventions are spectacular, baby, but maybe I could give Gabe, sans equipment, a go."  ~ebook, 68%

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Combining her love for romantic fiction and rock ‘n roll, Olivia Cunning writes erotic romance centered around rock musicians. Raised on hard rock music from the cradle, she attended her first Styx concert at age six and fell instantly in love with live music. She's been known to travel over a thousand miles just to see a favorite band in concert. As a teen, she discovered her second love, romantic fiction -- first, voraciously reading steamy romance novels and then penning her own. Growing up as the daughter of a career soldier, she's lived all over the country and overseas. She recently moved to Galveston, Texas.

 

 

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WICKED BEAT BLOG TOUR ~ INTERVIEW WITH OLIVIA CUNNING

YAY! It's my stop on the Wicked Beat Blog Tour, brought to you by Sourcebooks. My stop includes an interview with Olivia Cunning.

  Series: Sinners on Tour #4
Genre: Erotic Romance
Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca
Publication Date: 8/6/13
Format: eARC
Source: Received from publisher for review

From the moment he lays eyes on Sinners’ new front of house soundboard operator, drummer Eric Sticks knows he has to make Rebekah his. Unfortunately, she’s too busy trying to seduce guitarist Trey Mills to pay him much attention. Rebekah never planned to fall for the tall, goofy drummer with the weird sense of humor and a heart the size of the galaxy. But Eric makes her laugh and his constant attention makes her feel sexy and irresistible–exactly what she needs after the things her last lover said to her. A woman who gives as much as she takes, Rebekah makes Eric feel like a total stud–exactly what he needs after surviving a decade of watching the incredibly talented members of Sinners from the wings.

 

Interview with Olivia Cunning
 

Sticks was more lighthearted than the other Sinners. Did this make him easier or harder to write?
OC:  I loved writing Eric, because I never know what is going to pop out of his mouth. Some days, nothing would pop out of his mouth and it’s hard to come up with corny jokes when you try. So I guess it would depend on if my own corn-ball sense of humor was in full gear or not. I knew Eric pretty well by the time I wrote his book, so it made it easier to write. I have the most difficult time with writing the second book of a series. The first book is new and exciting and I can’t get the words out fast enough. Then I get to book two and I don’t know all the characters very well yet, and the excitement has waned a bit, so I struggle a bit. By the time I get to the third, fourth and fifth books, I know the characters, so I’d say Eric’s book was fairly easy to write, because Eric and all the other guys were fully formed in my mind by that time. Sed’s on the other hand…


Rebecca's ex, Isaac, had an interesting secret. Did you have this planned going into Wicked Beat, or was it a surprise to you, too?

OC:  This will be hard to answer without spoilers. I knew Rebekah had her “problem” and I knew it was Isaac who had caused her to feel bad about it, but I wasn’t sure why he would be such a jerk to her. His reason for being a jerk was the only solution that made sense to me, because he’s not a jerk by nature. And of course by having that particular secret, Trey got to help Rebekah and Eric in way that only Trey can help. *wink* (That’s the most convoluted answer to a question ever!)


What song would best describe Eric and Rebecca's relationship?
OC:  The theme song for Wicked Beat is “The High Road” by Three Days Grace. But in actuality, I’d say their perfect song is “Alive” by Adelita’s Way. I’d already used that song on Double Time’s play list, though, so didn’t want to use it again. It’s a great song and when you first fall in love you DO feel more alive than usual, but it’s especially true for Rebekah. I come up with official play lists for all the books, which isn’t particularly easy. You know, I’ve found there aren’t as many metal love songs out there as there are in other music genres. This woman broke my heart (that b*tch!) songs? Yeah, plenty of those in the metal genre. But not so many lovey-dovey love songs.

 ** Great songs! Here are links for "The High Road" and "Alive". **


What's your favorite aspect of writing these books, the relationship between the guys and their loves, or between the Sinners?
OC:  Both of course! It really depends on my mood. If I’m in THE mood, I so enjoy putting some heat on the page. When I want to be entertained and laugh, I stick the Sinners together in a room and let them interact. They never fail to amuse me. If I’m feeling all maudlin and emotional, it’s time for a mushy scene. When I’m excited and hyper, I like to write concert scenes. I guess it’s a good thing I’m moody or my books would be rather dull and one-dimensional. Today? Hmm, I feel like writing a concert scene.


Your all-time favorite drummer?
OC:  The Rev from Avenged Sevenfold. That’s why the book is dedicated to him.

**I cheated. I knew this would be OC's answer. Here is the "Top 5 Avenged Sevenfold Videos featuring Jimmy 'The Rev' Sullivan".


Now that the last book is out, is there anything you would like to say to fans of Sinners on Tour?
OC:  Being on the Sinners Tour bus was the wildest ride of my life. I hope you enjoyed it and I hope you’ll stick around for the next tour with Exodus End. Even the sexiest of rock stars need their groupies to survive. I love you all and the Sinners love you too.

 Thank you so much to Olivia! *wipes tear*

Sinners on Tour Series

 

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My Reviews of:
Backstage Pass  |  Rock Hard  |  Hot Ticket  |  Double Time  |  Wicked Beat

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About the author

Combining her love for romantic fiction and rock ‘n roll, Olivia Cunning writes erotic romance centered around rock musicians. Raised on hard rock music from the cradle, she attended her first Styx concert at age six and fell instantly in love with live music. She's been known to travel over a thousand miles just to see a favorite band in concert. As a teen, she discovered her second love, romantic fiction -- first, voraciously reading steamy romance novels and then penning her own. Growing up as the daughter of a career soldier, she's lived all over the country and overseas. She recently moved to Galveston, Texas.
 

Connect with Olivia Cunning at:

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REVIEW: WICKED BEAT (SINNERS ON TOUR #4) by OLIVIA CUNNING

Series: Sinners on Tour #4
Genre: Erotic Romance
Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca
Publication Date: 8/6/13
Format: eARC
Source: Received from publisher for review
Rating: 5 stars

From the moment he lays eyes on Sinners’ new front of house soundboard operator, drummer Eric Sticks knows he has to make Rebekah his. Unfortunately, she’s too busy trying to seduce guitarist Trey Mills to pay him much attention. Rebekah never planned to fall for the tall, goofy drummer with the weird sense of humor and a heart the size of the galaxy. But Eric makes her laugh and his constant attention makes her feel sexy and irresistible–exactly what she needs after the things her last lover said to her. A woman who gives as much as she takes, Rebekah makes Eric feel like a total stud–exactly what he needs after surviving a decade of watching the incredibly talented members of Sinners from the wings.

So. Wicked Beat happened ... and IT WAS AWESOME. Guys, this book gave was full of happy, sexy times. Flat-out fun and sexy and yeah, it was wicked.

I've never made it a secret that Eric Sticks wasn't high on my list of Most Wanted Sinners. It was never that I didn't like and enjoy him. I mean, come on, Eric has been involved in some truly epic scenes throughout the Sinners on Tour series. Who can forget the bathtub scene in Backstage Pass, when Eric treated Myrna to a lovely hair conditioning? Or in Hot Ticket, when he was a lively participant in Jace and Aggie's bedroom shenanigans? Eric's always been around -- watching-- the other guys meet their special ladies and fall in love. So yeah, I've always liked Eric a lot, but never really considered him as a man to really covet.

Consider me a changed woman, because not only do I now love Mr. Sticks, but he now joins Sedric Lionheart at the top of my Sinners list. And believe me, I have spent much time talking, considering, and reconsidering this list throughout the series, and I do not take the rankings lightly. I have major love for Sed, so to put Eric by his side, that truly tells you how much I loved him. I think most readers will come away from Wicked Beat with a new perception of Eric. He's still the funniest guy in the group, but now I know how thoughtful and loving he is. Eric also has a lot of insecurities, which was something I never saw coming. This made him so endearing to me. I just wanted to snuggle and smoosh Eric until he could see how truly amazing he was. I am beyond thrilled that he finally found his perfect match in Rebekah.

Rebekah. I guess I am full of declarations because now I have to say that Rebekah is my new favorite Sinners Lady. Rebekah saw Eric for who he was: funny, sexy, and amazing. She not only accepted his goofy nature, complete lack of verbal filter, and constant honesty, she embraced it. Rebekah and Eric complemented each other in every way. And their playfulness, it was so cute. Speaking for someone who feels waaaaay more comfortable being silly and playful than super intense and sexy (as if) I appreciate that Cunning made these two into such relatable characters.

Now here's where I get sad. Wicked Beat is the last of the Sinners on Tour books to be released, though not technically the last in the series. I am not known for my control, and there was no way I wasn't reading Double Time the moment I got it in my greedy little hands. That means this book, it's the end of a really fantastic, and actually life-changing time for me. I know, I know, I sound really melodramatic here, but it's true.  Olivia Cunning's books marked a shift in the books that I read and enjoy, found me a lot of new friends, and changed how I looked at a lot of aspects of love and life. I have honestly had some of the best reading moments from these books. I've had a lot of fun conversations with many fellow readers. Particularly about cherry suckers. Yeah, those conversations aren't fit for polite company.

Wicked Beat was so entertaining, so freaking hot, romantic. I love the Sinners even more than before and I wish this darn band was real! Eric and Rebekah were so endearing, and a fabulous couple. I had high expectations for Wicked Beat. It was everything I hoped for. And so much more. Thanks OC.


Favorite Quotes:

  She laughed. "You're like Mr. Romance and Mr. Porn Star wrapped in one."
  "Sorry. I have this bad habit of saying everything that pops into my head. I know it's a total turnoff. I'll try harder to stay quiet."
  "Actually, I kinda like it."
  He quirked an eyebrow at her. "You do?"
  She nodded.
 "You're weird."
  "You're weird, too," she said defensively.
  "I guess that means we're perfect for each other." He stared into her eyes, challenging her to deny it. 
  "I guess so," she said.  ~eARC, 23%



  "Is it too soon to tell you I love you?" She snuggled her face into his chest so her words were muffled. "If it's too soon, I won't say it."
  His heart swelled to bursting. He was pretty sure he was going to start crying if he said more than a few words, so he said only three.
  "I love you."  ~eARC, 38%

Sinners on Tour Series

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My Reviews of:
Backstage Pass  |  Rock Hard  |  Hot Ticket  |  Double Time

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About the author

Combining her love for romantic fiction and rock ‘n roll, Olivia Cunning writes erotic romance centered around rock musicians. Raised on hard rock music from the cradle, she attended her first Styx concert at age six and fell instantly in love with live music. She's been known to travel over a thousand miles just to see a favorite band in concert. As a teen, she discovered her second love, romantic fiction -- first, voraciously reading steamy romance novels and then penning her own. Growing up as the daughter of a career soldier, she's lived all over the country and overseas. She recently moved to Galveston, Texas.

Connect with Olivia Cunning at:

Website | Blog | Facebook | Twitter | GoodReads

SEXY SUMMER SATURDAYS: TIE ME (ONE NIGHT WITH SOLE REGRET #5) by OLIVIA CUNNING

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Series: One Night with Sole Regret #5

Genre: Erotic Romance

Publisher: Vulpine Press

Publication Date: 6/14/13

Format: Kindle

Pages: 159

Source: Bought

His heart is tied to his past…
When Sole Regret’s rhythm guitarist, Kellen Jamison, vowed to be faithful to his fiancée and love her forever, he meant it. He never expected to lose her to cancer so early in life. He’s certain he’ll never love again, but destiny has another plan for him.

Her heart is tied to her work…
Grammy-winning classical composer and piano virtuoso, Dawn O’Reilly, is overwhelmed with music-writing deadlines, a fickle muse, and high-expectations. She doesn’t have time to find love, but chance seeks to interfere with her carefully devised plans.

They’re bound to become entangled...
From the instant Kellen hears Dawn’s latest musical composition, his spirits rise. The stirring melody and the remarkable woman responsible for its creation are impossible to resist. His attraction is undeniable; her passion unquenchable. Kellen teaches Dawn there’s freedom in bondage, while her sensuality drives him to unleash his tightly controlled self-restraint. Will the ropes Kellen uses to secure Dawn’s body be the force that binds them together or ultimately sever all ties between them? 

Ah, Kellen Jamison. Kellen is by far the most enigmatic member of Sole Regret, the one I've been so anxious to learn more about, especially after the surprising "events" in Share Me and Touch Me. Kellen is broody, mysterious, and heartbroken. We ladies tend to love a broken man, and they don't come much more so than Kellen.

I was a little scared to read Kellen's book, because I knew it was going to be sad seeing him in Galveston, his place with Sara, the dead love of his life. And it was. Cunning did such a fabulous job of expressing the intensity of Kellen's depression and desperation. Of wanting so much to be able to move on, and the inability to break his promises to Sara.

And I'll just say it, yeah, Sara is dead and I'm sorry for that, but talk about selfish! She requested promises of him that no one should be asked of, and especially such a young man at that. It's no wonder Kellen is unable to  move on, and just live. As much as I hated what Sara did to Kellen, I am really glad Olivia Cunning included this in the story, because now I get why Kellen has tortured himself for five long years.

Dawn O'Reilly is the woman who just may bring Kellen back to life, and I loved her characterization. She is a gifted musician in her own right, but had a humility that was endearing. Dawn had a quiet strength that was perfect for Kellen, but also a vulnerability that drew him in.

Tie Me, though very, very sexy like all of the other books in the series, was quite different in that respect, too. This makes perfect sense because Kellen and his situation is completely unique. It takes a special type of woman and level of intimacy to bring Kellen to life. This aspect of the story was touching and beautiful.

Tie Me was another great One Night with Sole Regret. I feel like now each guy has had his night, and now the stories have all intersected. The dynamic of the group and each guy is very different than at the beginning of the series, and things will be interesting moving forward, to say the least.

Next up will be Tell Me, back around to the first couple Gabe and Melanie. I wonder what kind of kinky inventions Gabe has up his sleeve???


Favorite Quote:

  He only cared about the here and now. He didn't want her tied to prevent her from touching him, from encouraging his lust, and fueling his desire. He wanted her completely free, so she could continue to help free his heart from the bonds of his past.  ~ebook, 54%

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Combining her love for romantic fiction and rock ‘n roll, Olivia Cunning writes erotic romance centered around rock musicians. Raised on hard rock music from the cradle, she attended her first Styx concert at age six and fell instantly in love with live music. She's been known to travel over a thousand miles just to see a favorite band in concert. As a teen, she discovered her second love, romantic fiction -- first, voraciously reading steamy romance novels and then penning her own. Growing up as the daughter of a career soldier, she's lived all over the country and overseas. She recently moved to Galveston, Texas.

Connect with Olivia Cunning at:

Website | Blog  |  Facebook | Twitter  |  GoodReads