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266 pages, Paperback
First published May 18, 2017
"Music is my everything. It's the air I breathe. The beat I walk to. The blood in my veins. It's what lulls me to sleep at night. What carries me thought the storms of my life..."
"...this isn't a date."
"There's that word again. We should get something straight right now. You don't have to worry. I sing. I fuck. I eat. I don't fall in love, Lyric. I don't date."
"His heart is destructive. Dangerous."
**I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.**
"Silent war between heart and mind
Heart wins out every time"
Ever read a book that's so freaking good that you read it incredibly fast then when it's over you crumble in a million little pieces and now you don't know what to do with yourself?
Yeah, Dangerous Hearts is one of those books...
Lyric Cassidy is no stranger to the music scene. And she's no foreigner to the lures of bad boy rockers, either. Lyric knows those guys are no good - her heart was just shattered by one of them. So, when Lyric takes on the job of road manager for Wolf, the hottest rocker around, she already has her armor on. Too bad Wolf wants what's behind the shield...
But who's to say all is fair in love & war?
And can any amount of transparent armor really be durable enough to safeguard a wounded heart when there's a possibility of love on the other side?
Especially when that lure is all wrapped up in a gorgeous, caramel-eyed, package?
"His heart is destructive. Dangerous. The last thing I need."
For Wolf Chapman, having fun and rocking out is life. Going from one girl to the next is his MO and no one can change him. That is until Lyric, literally, crashes into him at full speed. Wolf can sense the change within himself but refuses to believe that he wants more from Lyric then just one night. He can't seem to stay away from her though she's made her intentions clear: there will be nothing between them.
So why can't Wolf move on?
Why does the bad boy rocker want to reveal to Lyric he's not so "bad"?
"If I can't get my mind off Lyric, I'll write my own."
Sounds good doesn't it, loves???
"Her words are her weapons, and I've lost count of how many times she's stabbed me."
My Review:
AHHHHH THAT CLIFFHANGER!!!!
5 FREAKING STARS PEOPLE!
After taking some time to put the pieces of my heart back together I've come to the conclusion that K. K. Allen is a master storyteller that can only write beautiful stories that leave you *slightly* broken and a whole lotta obsessed! I freaking LOVE Wolf & Lyric (I mean, hello, their names alone are everything!). I was rooting for this pair from the very beginning. I always enjoy a romance about two hurting people crossing paths, finding common ground and struggling with what to do about it. But Dangerous Hearts takes it a gazillion steps up from that. And ya wanna know what that equals...a DAZZLING TALE THAT STRUMS EVERY HEART STRING AND LEAVES YOU BEGGING FOR MORE. Yep, that's what K. K. Allen specializes in, loves. I've read her other books, Up in the Treehouse & Under the Bleachers and adored them as well. (Rated them both five stars.)
Wolf & Lyric's romance will stay with me for awhile, I'm sure. And I HAVE to know how their story ends!!! The cliffhanger ending of Dangerous Hearts leaves me so ready for part two in this duet, Destined Hearts! I wish I had it right now because I need more of my precious rocker Wolf!
*I'm having a teary-eyed fangirl moment...please hold.**
Oh and I must say I love how Allen gives us the present of alternating POV's! I always appreciate when author's do that for us. It adds so much to the story...especially in this case with Wolf & Lyric.
Overall:
I'm already a major fan of K. K. Allen's work and Dangerous Hearts just proves how talented she is. I'm honored to have had the opportunity to review this newest release of hers. I absolutely couldn't put this book down (ask my cat, she'll tell you..).
I admired the intricate weaving of music throughout the story, making for an addictive tale. As a music lover, enjoyed going on this tour adventure with Wolf and his band. (Who are just about as adorable as he is.)
Both Wolf & Lyric are damaged hearts who have a story to tell and secrets to keep. I think any reader of romance (either Contemporary or NA) will fall in love with Dangerous Hearts just as I did.
And even beyond the epic romance that touched me deeply, I also learned a valuable lesson to not assume that what people showcase on the outside is what truly is in their heart. Wolf will remain an example to me for that reason. Man, he is one exquisite "bad" boy rocker.
*I'm in a Wolf-induced daze...*
So yasss lovelies, go and experience this roller coaster of emotions for yourself!
*Wolf runs out on stage.*
*Howls like an actual wolf.*
*All us females fangirl uncontrollably.*
P.S. I NEED THE NEXT BOOK RIGHT NOW...
*crying.*
**Recommend for ages 18 and over**
~kristamae~
Music is my everything. It’s the air I breathe. The beat I walk to. The blood in my veins. It’s what lulls me to sleep at night. What carries me through the storms of my life … like the one that just passed. - Lyric
My hand shoots out and smacks his chest. He laughs, but catches my hand. “Don’t be an asshole. I was just starting to like you.”
“Really?” His brows shoot up and I immediately regret my statement. When I try to pull away he tugs me closer and wraps his hand around mine.
His nose runs a line from my ear down my neck, and then he presses his lips into the soft spot at its base. I try to ignore the shiver that ripples through me, laughing instead as I try to push him away.
I want Lyric beneath me, wrapped around me, slipping and sliding with me until her moans turn to screams. I fucking want her. And I want her words, too. Her angry lyrics, her vulnerable confessions. I want it all. - Wolf
If anything can illuminate the darkness, it’s the feelings I have for this woman right here.
His words seep into my cracked exterior and soak my heart, turning it to mush.
He leans in closer so I can feel his cheek just barely scrape mine. “I’m not who you want me to be.” His tone is gentle now, apologetic. “I’m not what you need.”
I reach out, gripping his waist as another tear falls.
With a stuttered breath, I take his words and accept them, pull away from his warmth, and walk away without looking back.
“I know,” I whisper.
Strong, feisty female lead?
Check!
Romance with a side of sizzling?
Check!
Cliffhanger that leaves you on the edge of planet earth?
Check!
And one super hot, bad boy rocker with a sweet side?
Checkedy check check check!
Lyric, to some, words are cheap. For us, words are everything.
The first book in the Stolen Melody Duet series introduces us to Lyric and Wolf. Total opposites in many ways, but so similar in others.
When Lyric lands the job of Wolf's tour manager she's thrust into his world of rock and roll while trying to keep her heart hidden from rockers like him. But Wolf is interested in getting to know Lyric, at least for just one night. They're both drawn to each other time & time again and are forced to face the music.....they care for each other beyond the physical. So what happens when life gets in the way and Lyric & Wolf have hard choices to make? Who will walk away from the start of their song?
I became addicted to Wolf and Lyric's story from the beginning. This certainly wasn't you average rocker romance, which is a good thing! There was incredible depth and growth with the two main characters throughout the book. Wolf was so charming it was easy to fall in love with his character. And at the same time to feel his pain from his childhood. I think both Lyric and Wolf make for a perfect leading couple and I'm anxious to see how their story will end in the next part, Destined Hearts.
In my opinion, this book deserves a full five "howls at the moon" stars! I'm very interested in reading Allen's other books, as I loved this one! Recommend it times a million!!!
///I received a ebook copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.///