Josh Gray has made bad decisions and regretted them all, but it's the rock 'n roll lifestyle, so no problem, right? However, karma is a bitch.
Mistake one…sleeping with the then boyfriend of the lead singer of one of the top bands, Social Sinners, which leads to Josh being fired as Ryder Hampton's backup guitarist.
Mistake two…signing on with Nicholas Shane Management, who promises a new band that's the perfect fit. It turns out Nick is dealing dirty, and his company collapses when he's sent to prison.
Josh's world is in ruins and starting over is next to impossible. Word gets around that he's screwed over rock 'n roll's poster children, and he can't get an audition. The future is now an endless stream of empty whiskey bottles, and a surly server that no matter how hard Josh tries, refuses to sleep with him.
If you've read the Social Sinners or Maiden Voyage series, you'll understand the tough road that lies ahead for Josh. Is redemption possible, or should he just throw in the towel and walk away once and for all?
This is book one in the Chaotic Abyss rockstar romance series featuring hurt/comfort, second chances, and a bartender who just wants to be left alone.
Strike a Chord
Josh Gray is far from perfect, but that's what makes him easy to connect with. He's made plenty of mistakes, and as I read, I hoped he'd find his way out of the latest mess. The rock and roll setting didn't sugar-coat the consequences of his past.
Even if you haven't checked out previous series like Social Sinners or Maiden Voyage, this story stands solid on its own. I enjoyed the dynamics with the bartender who kept shutting Josh down—it added humor and reality to the character interactions. The slow buildup of their relationship made the romantic payoff feel earned.
The writing is smooth, the characters relatable, and the romance believable. It's an enjoyable read that left me wanting more from the Chaotic Abyss series.