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Love Revolution (Black Cat Records #2)

by Michelle Mankin (Goodreads Author)

4.03 of 5 stars 4.03 · rating details · 180 ratings · 34 reviews

The 2nd book in the Black Cat Records Shakespeare inspired series has more MUSIC, more ROMANCE, and much, much, more STEAM...

The wheels of love are always turning at Black Cat Records. Things are just starting to settle down there, but two Texas sisters are fixin’ to stir things up again at the Vancouver record label. CEO Mary Timmons sets spirited country superstar, Sara...more

Paperback, 258 pages

Published November 14th 2012 by Createspace (first published November 11th 2012)

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Nov 16, 2012 Karen Grzan rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: contemporary-romance, kindle

3.5 stars
After reading Love Evolution, I was so excited to get my hands on this one. I really enjoyed it but not as much as the first one which was a bit quirky and therefore endearing to me. Love Revolution was a little more intense. Still a good story. I will definitely be checking out more from Michelle Mankin.

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Nov 22, 2012 Mandy (I read Indie) Anderson rated it 5 of 5 stars

Have I ever mentioned I love me some BS? No? Well I do. When it is in the form of Brutal Strength of course. Can I say that I think I loved Love Revolution a tinsy bit more than I did Love Evolution? Cause I did. I think it was because we got 2 stories pretty much in one book. One amazing book that rocked my socks.

Not sure whose story I enjoyed more…Sara or Sam’s. Sara, bless her heart had daddy issues and used men up then spit them out. She never wanted to be involved with one guy for very long...more Have I ever mentioned I love me some BS? No? Well I do. When it is in the form of Brutal Strength of course. Can I say that I think I loved Love Revolution a tinsy bit more than I did Love Evolution? Cause I did. I think it was because we got 2 stories pretty much in one book. One amazing book that rocked my socks.

Not sure whose story I enjoyed more…Sara or Sam’s. Sara, bless her heart had daddy issues and used men up then spit them out. She never wanted to be involved with one guy for very long. But Chris Alex comes along and shakes up her world. Can she get over her past and the sins of her parents to actually make it work with him? Or will she grow old and alone singing sad country songs?

Sam on the other hand is falling for JR, drummer for Brutal Strength. But her sister has warned her to be wary of him; he has been known to get around. Soon everything is going great for them until one day jealousy rears its ugly head. Will the couple be able move forward? Or will the relationship end before it really gets a chance to shine?

Michelle really, really knows how to write a book that readers will go ga ga over. I mean look at me. I read this bad boy in less than a day and I am flippin the flip out. Holy tamales it was good. The book flowed super well and not for one iota was I bored. Too much happens in this book for one to lose interest. And that ending? WHOA! Who did Avery see?? So you know what? I say BRING IT! Let’s do this. I am ready for book 3. Like yesterday. I really hope we don’t have to wait long either. That would be a definite bummer.

So yeah, loved me some new characters and loved seeing some old characters. I was, like I mentioned earlier, ga ga over this book and it was all thanks to the characters and story lines. I had no problems or issues at all with Love Revolution…completely enamored with it. eepp! I cannot quit gushing over it. You know what? I did have a problem…way to short. I know I complain about books being too long…this one was too short for my liking. Booo! But seriously, if that is my only complaint, then consider this book near perfection.

Well, there you go folks…my two cents. If you haven’t read the first one, do it. If you have, you know it rocked, so read this one. Now! Read, enjoy, swoon!
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Nov 13, 2012 D rated it 5 of 5 stars

*I received an ARC to read and give an objective and honest opinion.* I had already read Love Evolution (book #1) and loved it. I was so excited to get my hands on Love Revolution! Let me just say Love Revolution rocked the house!!!! This was a little bit country and a whole lotta HOTNESS!!! I really enjoyed how we got two stories out of this one with the Daniels sisters, Sam and Sara.
These two sisters are gorgeous, feisty, independent and funny as all get out. They also have the unknowing abili...more *I received an ARC to read and give an objective and honest opinion.* I had already read Love Evolution (book #1) and loved it. I was so excited to get my hands on Love Revolution! Let me just say Love Revolution rocked the house!!!! This was a little bit country and a whole lotta HOTNESS!!! I really enjoyed how we got two stories out of this one with the Daniels sisters, Sam and Sara.
These two sisters are gorgeous, feisty, independent and funny as all get out. They also have the unknowing ability to bring even the baddest of boys to heel.
This time, we get to know more about Brutal Strength's womanizing drummer JR and come-back rocker Chris Alex. Both these hotter than hot guys won't know what hit 'em when they come face to face with the Daniels sisters. Chris' rock and Sarah's country vibes blend seamlessly and beautifully together but that's as far as Sarah wants it to go. But even she cannot deny the intense, raw and increasing connection the two of them have.
There's something about JR that Sam just can't deny her feelings for him. She knows she could get hurt in the end. He knows that he may not be good enough for her. She is everything he isn't. Neither of them can turn and walk away.
Just like in Love Evolution, there is action and drama in this story. I love that Mankin brings this element to the story. It makes it exciting and gives you an adrenalin rush that isn't just from physical attraction. Being that I live in Vancouver, I was all over the story taking place here. YES!!! I loved sightseeing in my own city with Love Revolution. I also found it really cool that, there were some mention of things that only a Vancouverite would know or someone that frequently visits would know. It made the story more believable in that sense.
Mankin's writing has evolved so much in this second instalment. The story flows easily and the meshing of the two stories is perfect. So although there are two stories going on, the story is not choppy in delivery. The characters are fabulous making you laugh, swoon, get pissed off and just love them all.
Michelle is great at taking you on a winding twisting trip and then she just leaves you to say WHAT?!?!?! In an awesome way of course. Yep-- she left you with a mother of all cliff hangers. Now we have to wait until Spring 2013 for Love Resolution. UGH!! Just have to reread Love Revolution in the meantime.
Michelle Mankin is ROCKTASTIC!!!! Love Revolution is a definite must read!!!(less)

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Nov 12, 2012 Rita rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: romance

Love Revolution is amazing! I read Love Evolution when it first came out and loved it. I was thrilled when the author, Michelle Mankin, sent me an advance copy to read and review (which does not affect my opinion of the book in any way, shape, or form).

Brutal Strength is featured in this book, too, but is not the main focus as it was in the first book. Sarah Daniels is a country music star who has gone to Vancouver to pair musically with country star Chris Alex. They're both smart, snarky, and h...more

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Nov 11, 2012 Kimberly Schaaf rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: awesomesauce-2012, reviewed-2012

Talk about a HOT-ASS read!! Oh my WOW!!!

After Love Evolution, I was just itching to see what sort of story would come out of Love Revolution. I was graciously given an opportunity to review this before its release, and MAN, am I glad I had that chance. Granted, that means I have to wait even LONGER for Book 3, but still!!!

So, in this installment we're reacquainted with some old friends from Love Evolution and introduced to some steamy new characters. Fiesty Country Rocker Sarah Daniels...her bab...more Talk about a HOT-ASS read!! Oh my WOW!!!

After Love Evolution, I was just itching to see what sort of story would come out of Love Revolution. I was graciously given an opportunity to review this before its release, and MAN, am I glad I had that chance. Granted, that means I have to wait even LONGER for Book 3, but still!!!

So, in this installment we're reacquainted with some old friends from Love Evolution and introduced to some steamy new characters. Fiesty Country Rocker Sarah Daniels...her baby sister, Samantha Daniels...sexy-ass drummer from Brutal Strength, JR...and "over-the-hill" rocker Chris Alex. (With some all important visits from Marcus and Avery - our leads in Love Evolution)

Sarah is teamed up with Chris in hopes to revive his failing music career. From the beginning the sarcastic, tense, flirty relationship is evident...with it all coming to a head after an amazing kiss. Let's just say, without giving too much away, the relationship evolution between these two is intense!! Wicked wicked intense.

Oh so sweet Samantha teams up with bad boy JR from Brutal Strength. His not-so-squeaky-clean image is in high contrast to Samantha's inexperience. But something about Sam draws JR to her in a way that he doesn't understand and can't explain. It's sweet to watch how quickly their relationship picks up the pace...with a twist that will leave your jaw hanging on the floor.

And just as a side-note - I love that two of MY most favorite things in the world are melded together (even if it is only for a scene). HOCKEY AND MUSIC!! Ummmm...yes please!! Kudos to the author for working the Stars and the Canucks into this book!!!

With all the hot and steaminess of these two relationships playing out....the past sneaks up on Sarah and Sam with an ending that's explosive to say the least!!

The author leaves us wanting more...with a cliff-hanger of sorts that makes you say, "WHAT!???!?? NO...you can't leave me like this!!"

Five unbelievable stars and one of the best series that I've read in a long time.

AWESOMESAUCE through and through!!! Read it, LOVED IT, and reviewed!!(less)

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Nov 12, 2012 Holly rated it 5 of 5 stars

I loved Love Evolution and couldn't wait for this one so suffice it to say I was beyond excited when Michelle offered me an advanced copy of Love Revolution!

In Love Revolution, Brutal Strength takes a little backseat while we focus on Chris Alex as he tries to reignite his music career with the help of country superstar Sara Daniels and we see Brutal Strength's playboy drummer try to tame his ways after meeting Sara's sister Sam, a Black Cat intern.

Again Michelle hooked me from page one and I d...more

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Nov 15, 2012 Addi Krueger footit rated it 5 of 5 stars

I have never written a book review before in my life, but after receiving an advanced copy to read from amazing author Michelle Mankin (which does not affect my opinion at all) I feel compelled to write a review. I was so sad when this book ended! It has everything, drama, hot steamy sex scenes, love, lust, mystery and my personal favorite music. Rarely does a book pull me in from page one but this one did just that. I fell in love with MOST of the characters absolutely hated one of them, even b...more

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Nov 13, 2012 Purple rated it 5 of 5 stars Recommends it for: everyone

I really liked the story. Because of the first chapters - that felt like some warm-up practice before the big game - I strongly and impatiently hoped that something was going to happen -- and it did! In a such BIG way that it made me think that I have to prepare myself for an unexpected sad ending.
In Love Evolution we had one main focus - the relationship between Avery&Marcus; Love Revolution came up with a double prize story - two sisters and two rockers - so different but at the same time...more I really liked the story. Because of the first chapters - that felt like some warm-up practice before the big game - I strongly and impatiently hoped that something was going to happen -- and it did! In a such BIG way that it made me think that I have to prepare myself for an unexpected sad ending.
In Love Evolution we had one main focus - the relationship between Avery&Marcus; Love Revolution came up with a double prize story - two sisters and two rockers - so different but at the same time so intense that leaves you craving for more: details, descriptions, confessions, chapters, music, hear-beats...yeah...I kinda have my heart in a restless wondering rhythm after finishing this book!
Moreover after those last lines that closed the finishing scene!!! I'm very intrigued and already have a couple of ideas in my mind :D WHO is going to be that character that stopped *cough* a revolution *cough* in the practice room???????
Love Resolution will be the last installment of this series. May 2013 won't come soon enough for me but good things are worth waiting for, right?!
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P.S. - I LOVED that I got to see a little more of Avery&Marcus. I hope that the next book will give me a healthy A&M overdose. A wedding would be a doctor's prescription :P I'm just reinforcing Marcus' thoughts :D
I don't know anything about Love Resolution's main characters or plot but one guy popped in my mind - Justin(Avery's twin). Why not? And what happened to him?

Other scattered thoughts about LOVE REVOLUTION:possible (view spoiler)(less)

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Dec 04, 2012 Tough Critic Book Reviews rated it 3 of 5 stars

I almost, almost okay'd this one. The prologue was strong and intriguing, but the next few chapters just couldn't hold my attention. I'm not sure exactly what it was; maybe the back and forth, but I kept having to put it down and come back to it. I guess something that let me realize I wasn't really invested was I kept having to go back to see which one was Sara, which one was Sam. I couldn't keep them straight, but I got there. It took me a bit, but I got there. It finally gained its momentum,...more

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Jan 22, 2013 Tami rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: first-reads

I was lucky enough to win this in a 'first reads' giveaway on Goodreads. Having read, and really enjoyed, Love Evolution, I couldn't wait to see what was going to happen in the next installment! Michelle Mankin definitely does not disappoint with this second book in her series. While providing just a tiny bit more info on Marcus and Avery from the first book, this one focuses on relationships for JR (Brutal Strength's drummer) and rocker Chris Alex. Their love interests come in the form of Danie...more

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Nov 24, 2012 Lisa Kane rated it 4 of 5 stars

Having thoroughly enjoyed Love Evolution I was anxiously awaiting the second in this three book series. Mankin did not disappoint-her characters are well developed and three dimensional. Catching glimpses of Avery and Marcus were the high points for me (though I wish they had played a more pivotal role in this one). The focus of the story is on two couples, Sara and Chris and Sam and JR. Sam and Sara are sisters who share a haunted past. The development of the storyline moves at a good pace, whi...more

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Nov 15, 2012 Peggy(Le BookSquirrel Blogger) Warren rated it 5 of 5 stars

So this is the 2nd book of the Black Cat Records Trilogy...I fell in love with Love evolution and could not wait for Love Revolution to come out.I do believe Sam and Sara are two amazing sisters and main characters,Okay Okay so is JR and Chris.I love that I was able to continue along with the characters as if I had not had to wait for book to release.Plus..guess who popped in?But my 2 favorite singers Marcus and Avery.I also really enjoyed that this series is inspired by Shakespeare.I truly thin...more

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Nov 20, 2012 JenRider rated it 4 of 5 stars

Michelle you already know I love this book...But for you people who are still tihnking about reading it, stop thinking and get down to reading..

It first I didn't think that a second book would be as good as the first one..But now I can honestly say that I can't pick witch one is best..

Two love stories, with a hevy dose of drama and adventure and little glimpses from Avery and Marcus kept me up until four in the morning finishing this book..

I loved both couples but I have to say that JR and Sam w...more

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Nov 19, 2012 Julie Presley rated it 4 of 5 stars

Another entertaining read from Michelle Mankin, this one considerably more spicy than the last, maybe a little too much for a young adult read . . . depending on the age of your young adult I suppose. I enjoyed this book more than the first in the series mostly because there was more of an emotional struggle portrayed in each of the characters. They felt more relatable this time around. I was also glad to see a reprise of Marcus and Avery for brief moments! I think Michelle is hitting her groove...more

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Nov 13, 2012 Vanessa Proehl rated it 5 of 5 stars

*I received this book as an ARC for an honest opinion*

Marcus and Avery stepped back out of the spotlight in the follow up to Love Evolution. We got to focus on Sara and her sweet as syrup sister, Sam. We also meet Chris Alex and we are reintroduced to JR from Brutal Strength. While Sam is falling head over heals for the bad boy drummer, JR, Sara is fighting a growing attraction to country superstar, Chris Alex.
With a few bumps, twists and turns along the way, Michelle takes us on a ride that onc...more

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Nov 17, 2012 Jamie rated it 5 of 5 stars

I was fortunate to receive an ARC of this book and I was honestly pretty excited to dive in considering how much I lurved Love Evolution. It's like Michelle is psychic. She knows exactly how I like my books - fast paced. She grabbed my attention and didn't let go until I read the last word. I also love that it isn't told from just one or two character's points of view. I like knowing what everyone is thinking and feeling. Well written, interesting and full of drama. I love it, I love it, I love...more

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Nov 12, 2012 Wendy rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: ba-authors

The second verse is only the same as the first in that it is absolutely amazing! I was given an advanced copy of this amazing book where Ms. Mankin continued to develop the characters that we met in the first book. Then she added a little down home country twist with some awesome new characters that completely complement Marcus and Avery. The Country twang and rock n' roll riffs were blended seamlessly! A definite must read. I can't wait for the final book of this trilogy!

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May 09, 2013 Kris rated it 3 of 5 stars

Good but less believable than the first one, and less likeable. Also I got confused between Sam and Sara several times which made for some interesting interludes... The relationships went even faster than the first book (three days, omg she's the one!, a week, I love you!..... really???) and the book probably would've suffered less if it were only about one couple at a time...although obvs the plot wouldn't've worked without running simultaneously.

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Nov 14, 2012 Tressa Sager rated it 5 of 5 stars

Michelle Mankin=Writing GENIUS!!!!!!!!! Oh man can you say HOT..its ok I know you can! Who doesnt like a little bad boy drummer, a older but still smokin hot singer, beautiful yet guarded country singer and her kid sister a intern at Black Cat Records!!!! Had moments of pure joy, some parts where I had to put my Kindle in "the freezer" psst I just turn it off...to tears to a big cheesy ass smile on my face! Go get it you WONT BE SORRY!!! Happy Reading!

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Nov 13, 2012 Mary Humphrey rated it 5 of 5 stars

I was lucky enough to get an advance copy of Love Revolution which definitely is a great addition to the Black Cat Studio trilogy! Following the format of Love Evolution, this story uses a Shakespearean plot line (who can possibly be a better model than the Bard?) set today with the introduction of believable and likable new characters. However there is no need to know Shakespeare to enjoy this entertaining and fun read. I loved it! Download and enjoy!

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Dec 22, 2012 Lystra Tiffany rated it 4 of 5 stars

Really good (: I loved the characters a lot and I wanted more I don't know, description and details about the Daniels drama? Ibut I was satisfied with it. So like I loved sam and John together (: and Avery and Marcus are still my favorites so I was happy they were still in it. THE ENDING WAS A CLIFF HANGER NOOOOOOOO, have to wait till may2013 OMG THE WAIT, ): aww man. But otherwise I also lived same sister and such but liked it overall.

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Nov 13, 2012 Jackie Kluyts rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: black-cat-records

I totally loved the second book in this trilogy. Love Revolution was everything and more than I expected. It more than lived up to Love Evolution (which is one of my fave books of 2012) and I loved every second of it.

I cannot wait till the 3rd book is out as the ending has left me wondering who Avery saw in the hallway.....could it be her twin brother??? Ohhhh I hope so as it would be awesome to read his story in the last book....

Great Read!!!!

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Mar 20, 2013 Mona rated it 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this book. I know most people find that the second book in a trilogy is not as good and that's true in this case. This book was better than the first book! There was more story here and more drama so I was happy. Now I have to wait for the third book!

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Apr 03, 2013 Kerry rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: celebrity-romance, remake-adaptations

A great continuation of the trilogy. I have to say that I enjoyed this one much more than the first. This could be for a variety of reasons: not familiar with the original Shakespeare, more vested in the characters, etc. I eagerly await the next instalment.

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Nov 26, 2012 Adriana rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: bad-boy, definately-going-to-re-read, ebook, 2012-releases, fav-authors, recommend-to-everyone, own, music-related, sexy-rock-gods, favorites, heartbreaking, romance-all-types

Wow I read Love evolution and loved it but I loved this one so much more. I'm a sucker when it comes to bad boy rockers and I loved JR in Love evolution but this time it was his story and what a ride with Sam he went on . I also loved Chris and Sara . I loved that we got to know what Avery and Marques were up to. I can't wait to read the next one cus it left me saying WTF?

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Mar 18, 2013 Dena rated it 4 of 5 stars

This a good book and touched on Avery and Marcus. Granted it brought in two more romances, but not as good as the first book. The author has ked you to believe on a third book with Avery and Marcus. If so, I will reading that one as well.

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Apr 19, 2013 Tracy rated it 5 of 5 stars Recommends it for: Everyone

Recommended to Tracy by: maryse blog

Shelves: love-storys

I like how the author get new characters into the story so seamless. Sara and Sam are great couple or girl with a bad memory. I love Gran, Chris and JR were very strong characters too. Chris and JR were in the first book, so this is the second time you are getting to read about them and their lives. It was a great read and I am on to the next one...

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Dec 29, 2012 Lori rated it 5 of 5 stars

nother great book in the black cat series by Michelle mankin. Biting my nails waiting for the 3 rd book. This book was filled with plenty of ups and downs and this you do not see coming.

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Nov 13, 2012 Kara rated it 5 of 5 stars

All I can say is...WOW!!! Love Resolution was/is everything and more!! Can't wait for Love Resolution in May!!

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Dec 27, 2012 Jennifer rated it 4 of 5 stars

Another great book. Looking forward to reading more books by this author.

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Michelle Mankin is a young/new adult romance writer as well as a self-proclaimed giant…inside her own mind.
For many years, she toiled in the insurance industry as an underwriter. Somehow, the boredom didn’t kill her, and the hours of looking at facts and figures provided ample time for her mind to wander.
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