I had no idea at the time of accepting Rifts and Refrain for review that it was part of a series written by different authors. The good thing though, I had no issues with following the story as it can stand on its own. Each book in the series focuses on a different band member, making me desirous of picking up the other books in the series.
Rifts and Refrain gives us Quinn and Graham’s story. Quinn, the female drummer for the Hush Notes, is fulfilling her dream of being a rock star. Basking in the fame and the glitter of being a star. On the surface she appears to enjoying it all, however beneath it all she lives with regrets, pain, anger and a broken heart. Never once during this time did, she return home, but all would change when she found out her grandmother died. So, for the first time in nine years, she returns home to face her past.
Wow! Perry delivered a tale which took the reader on an emotional journey of love, regrets, grief, family, fulfilling dreams, forgiveness and second chances. I suggest you have a box of tissues on hand if you plan to read this book. Nine years of pain, anger, unforgiveness and heartbreak leapt from the pages. Not everyone welcomed her with open arms. She had several hurdles to overcome to reach the point of healing and forgiveness. They could all have avoided the heartache, the pain and the estrangement through communication and understanding.
I loved how Quinn and Graham found their way back to each other. It wasn’t easy, but I am glad they managed to work it out.. They both have grown in the past nine years, which was clear in the sacrifices they were willing to make for each other. Everything about their romance felt real.
Conclusion/Recommendation
Overall, I had a wonderful time with this book and would recommend it to fans of second chance romance.
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Excerpt
She took one step before stopping. A smile tugged at the corner of her mouth, the same corner I’d kissed earlier, and I fought the urge to stand and capture that mouth again. Her smile broadened, though there was pain in her eyes.
“Colin is a cool kid. You’re a good dad, Graham. I always knew you would be.”
She might as well have stabbed me in the chest.
“Thanks,” I said, watching as she walked away.
Fuck me.
When had I never loved that woman?
Maybe that kiss had woken me up. Maybe it had made me
realize how goddamn lonely I’d been without her. I had Colin, but there was a corner of my heart that would always belong to Quinn.
I should have followed her nine years ago.
Because now it was too late.
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About Devney Perry
Devney is a USA Today bestselling author. Born and raised in Montana, she loves writing books set in her treasured home state. After working in the technology industry for nearly a decade, she abandoned conference calls and project schedules to enjoy a slower pace at home with her husband and two sons. Writing one book, let alone many, was not something she ever expected to do. But now that she’s discovered her true passion for writing romance, she has no plans to ever stop. Devney loves hearing from readers! Connect with her on social media.
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Ooooh, a drummer. I’ve always been intrigued by band members 😀
I love the sound of this book. Great review.
It does sound like an emotional one, but when in the end it turns out right, the tissues are worth it. 🙂
I’m intrigued by a series being written by different authors! Glad you enjoyed.
I’ve not read this author or this series, I’ll look into it
Not a book I’m familiar with. Thanks for the excerpt.
I have read series like this where they all have something in common like the town setting. Glad you enjoyed this!
I really enjoyed this too – I love second chance romance! Great review!
What a great review! This looks like a fun read. I like series that are written in a collaboration.
I really enjoyed this too – I love second chance romance! Great review!
this sounds like a read i will enjoy.. will check this out
Sounds like an enjoyable read.
Sounds like an enjoyable read.
I haven’t heard of this series, but it sounds like something I’d like! Thanks for sharing your thoughts. ?
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Its a new series. You are welcome and thanks for stopping by.
Its a new series. You are welcome and thanks for stopping by.
Oh I like the idea of a series written by different authors Nadene This sounds good thank you
Oh I like the idea of a series written by different authors Nadene This sounds good thank you
I haven’t read this one yet, but I definitely want to and soon. I just love a second chance and seeing two people find their way back after 9 years. I especially like seeing a heroine having to grovel and win the hero’s heart, its not done enough.
I haven’t read this one yet, but I definitely want to and soon. I just love a second chance and seeing two people find their way back after 9 years. I especially like seeing a heroine having to grovel and win the hero’s heart, its not done enough.
I really enjoyed the first book in this series and have definitely been curious about Quinn’s story. It sounds like I definitely need to add this one to my reading list. I am so glad you enjoyed it, Nadene!
I really enjoyed the first book in this series and have definitely been curious about Quinn’s story. It sounds like I definitely need to add this one to my reading list. I am so glad you enjoyed it, Nadene!
Great review I am really glad you fully enjoyed reading this book, this book looks and sounds absolutely fantastic and right up my alley. Thank you so much for sharing your awesome post and for putting this book on my radar.