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Million Dollar Musician
As lead singer of Indigo Road, I had it all: fame, fortune, and all the sex a man could ever want.
My fall from the top was anything but graceful, and I lost everything, including my self-respect.
Stepping back into the spotlight would prove a challenge. A challenge I was more than ready for, until she happened—Wynne Benfield. She was the whole package: brains, beauty and talent. She was also forbidden.
But I am Sander James. I don’t play by the rules . . . I make them.
My fall from the top was anything but graceful, and I lost everything, including my self-respect.
Stepping back into the spotlight would prove a challenge. A challenge I was more than ready for, until she happened—Wynne Benfield. She was the whole package: brains, beauty and talent. She was also forbidden.
But I am Sander James. I don’t play by the rules . . . I make them.
Published April 9, 2019
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R.B. Hilliard
21 books1,198 followersRB Hilliard lives in Charlotte, North Carolina, with her husband, two kids, and crazy dog, Oscar. She loves books, music, red wine, chocolate, and writing suspensefully twisted stories. Hilliard published her first novel in 2014 and has since published multiple novels across several different genres.
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April 9, 2019
I don't know how to describe you the way I've been feeling lately... I've been super anxious. And one of the reasons is this book right here...
As you already know, from reading my previous reviews, I'm love this author. She has given me some of the best books I've ever read and I always want more.
It's been a while since I got the chance to read a book from her so you can guess the nerves I'm feeling.
RB Hilliard is this sweetest girl with a huge heart that transpires to her books. She's the bomb and you'll feel her in each book.
Million Dollar Musician is her latest release and tells the stories of Sander and Wynne.
Sander is used to be on the spotlight. Being the lead singer of Indigo Road can brig you fortune, fame and as much girls he could ever want. But being on top can make your fall super hard.
And now what? How can you recover when your reputation is on the floor... After being sober for two years he decides to attend a music competition...
Wynne has the talent and being a music teacher isn't enough. She enters the Million Dollar Musican competition and will have the infamous Sander as her mentor...
Oh boy... What a book... Dayum... Just dayum...
Superb plot, super engaging, intense. Once I started to read it I simply couldn't put it down. It was super late and I was still reading until this amazing author texted me demanding that I went to bed.
I read chapter after chapter and when I thought that this story was going in the right direction this lady has other ideas and then the story would turn...
I was happy, I was mad, I was sad, I was nervous but not even once I wanted to stop reading.
Love, loyalty, dreams, friendship are super present in this book as well as betrayal, crime, deceive and greed. The things people will do to hurt someone...
These two were perfect for each other and it was amazing to testify their stories. And dayum the hot stuff... Hot flashes warning...
It was even better to get Chaz back. I love that man.
Can't wait to read more.
Will we have more RB Hilliard? Please say yes. I need more.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
As you already know, from reading my previous reviews, I'm love this author. She has given me some of the best books I've ever read and I always want more.
It's been a while since I got the chance to read a book from her so you can guess the nerves I'm feeling.
RB Hilliard is this sweetest girl with a huge heart that transpires to her books. She's the bomb and you'll feel her in each book.
Million Dollar Musician is her latest release and tells the stories of Sander and Wynne.
Sander is used to be on the spotlight. Being the lead singer of Indigo Road can brig you fortune, fame and as much girls he could ever want. But being on top can make your fall super hard.
And now what? How can you recover when your reputation is on the floor... After being sober for two years he decides to attend a music competition...
Wynne has the talent and being a music teacher isn't enough. She enters the Million Dollar Musican competition and will have the infamous Sander as her mentor...
Oh boy... What a book... Dayum... Just dayum...
Superb plot, super engaging, intense. Once I started to read it I simply couldn't put it down. It was super late and I was still reading until this amazing author texted me demanding that I went to bed.
I read chapter after chapter and when I thought that this story was going in the right direction this lady has other ideas and then the story would turn...
I was happy, I was mad, I was sad, I was nervous but not even once I wanted to stop reading.
Love, loyalty, dreams, friendship are super present in this book as well as betrayal, crime, deceive and greed. The things people will do to hurt someone...
These two were perfect for each other and it was amazing to testify their stories. And dayum the hot stuff... Hot flashes warning...
It was even better to get Chaz back. I love that man.
Can't wait to read more.
Will we have more RB Hilliard? Please say yes. I need more.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
April 6, 2019
Wow. Wow. Wow! Another amazing Rockstar Romance from RB Hilliard. I love her work, her style and all her characters. I was addicted to her Meltdown series and I’m so glad all the characters are revisited in this one.
Most of the way through, my rating was stuck at 4 stars because I found the first quarter of the books was extremely rushed and I felt we were being zooming through the story instead of getting to meet the main characters properly and also because I couldn’t tell if Wynne’s name was pronounced ‘winnie’ or ‘wine’ and it was frustrating. Anyone know how to pronounce it? I just called her WINNIE in my head.
*shrug*
I LOVED Sander and Wynne though, they were a great power couple, even though they were fighting more than anything. Where was the love they felt for each other? I couldn’t FEEL it through the words on the page. But nevertheless, these characters ended up being extraordinarily endearing and charismatic. I loved them. I didn’t like Wynne’s best friend, Carrie, or her parents but hey-ho. As always, I loved the Meltdown crew and Olivia! It was so good to see more of them. (I was totally scared I’d never get my Meltdown gang fix!).
Drama. This was amazing. There was so much of it, and it was addicting. Every inch of drama portrayed in this story was executed to perfection and I was so not ready to finish it!
The writing style was on point and enamouring. It really draws us, the readers, in from the very first page and books us to the end.
Speaking of the ending, I’m sorely disappointed in it because it feels like it’s been left unfinished. I wanted, NEEDED, more of these two but it ends quite abruptly with no real understanding of the complete outcome. My question is, will there be a book 2? A follow up!? My fingers and toes are firmly crossed.
Most of the way through, my rating was stuck at 4 stars because I found the first quarter of the books was extremely rushed and I felt we were being zooming through the story instead of getting to meet the main characters properly and also because I couldn’t tell if Wynne’s name was pronounced ‘winnie’ or ‘wine’ and it was frustrating. Anyone know how to pronounce it? I just called her WINNIE in my head.
*shrug*
I LOVED Sander and Wynne though, they were a great power couple, even though they were fighting more than anything. Where was the love they felt for each other? I couldn’t FEEL it through the words on the page. But nevertheless, these characters ended up being extraordinarily endearing and charismatic. I loved them. I didn’t like Wynne’s best friend, Carrie, or her parents but hey-ho. As always, I loved the Meltdown crew and Olivia! It was so good to see more of them. (I was totally scared I’d never get my Meltdown gang fix!).
Drama. This was amazing. There was so much of it, and it was addicting. Every inch of drama portrayed in this story was executed to perfection and I was so not ready to finish it!
The writing style was on point and enamouring. It really draws us, the readers, in from the very first page and books us to the end.
Speaking of the ending, I’m sorely disappointed in it because it feels like it’s been left unfinished. I wanted, NEEDED, more of these two but it ends quite abruptly with no real understanding of the complete outcome. My question is, will there be a book 2? A follow up!? My fingers and toes are firmly crossed.
April 5, 2019
And The Winner Is….
With the singing competitions shows hitting it big this book was a fun ride to take with the hot bad boy rocker judge, Sander, and one of his team members. Wynne was extremely talented but also was very naïve to the music business. If she knew half of what Sander had done in life once hitting it big in the rock scene, she would have thought twice before letting what she felt for him get in the way of her aspiring career.
Sander had a past that he just as soon be left in the past especially when it came to Wynne. He didn’t want her tainted to the man he had now become. Oh, don’t get me wrong he still was the bad boy but after leaving his band and his stint in rehab he wanted to help Wynne achieve her dreams and he was in the position now to do just that.
Wynne and Sander had more than just the professional pull working for them because what they felt toward each other personally could cost them the chance of winning the Million Dollar Musician TV show. Would it be worth it? For me, it would be a H*LL YEAH!!!
With the singing competitions shows hitting it big this book was a fun ride to take with the hot bad boy rocker judge, Sander, and one of his team members. Wynne was extremely talented but also was very naïve to the music business. If she knew half of what Sander had done in life once hitting it big in the rock scene, she would have thought twice before letting what she felt for him get in the way of her aspiring career.
Sander had a past that he just as soon be left in the past especially when it came to Wynne. He didn’t want her tainted to the man he had now become. Oh, don’t get me wrong he still was the bad boy but after leaving his band and his stint in rehab he wanted to help Wynne achieve her dreams and he was in the position now to do just that.
Wynne and Sander had more than just the professional pull working for them because what they felt toward each other personally could cost them the chance of winning the Million Dollar Musician TV show. Would it be worth it? For me, it would be a H*LL YEAH!!!
April 10, 2019
This is so much more than “just” a rockstar romance. It is angsty, gripping, captivating and will totally rock your world. Sander is a character that at first I found made me walk a fine line between loving and hating him. I wasn’t sure whether he was more than his past, however he proved that he was worth every cent of the million dollar musician price tag when it came to proving his love. Wynne was a young woman on the verge of having it all but when you risk it all for your heart, the risk might just prove to be more than you could ever handle. Their story at times will fill you with unease, you will keep waiting for the pieces to completely shatter but the fear and the apprehension will be worth the natural high you will experience due to their imminent love. A breathtaking love story that will seduce you with every word you read, every page you turn and every chapter you complete.
April 6, 2019
10 you're the winner stars!
I read to escape and decided to start this book after a really rough "real life" week. When I started, I was thinking "oh I don't like this guy at all" but kept reading. Suddenly I was at 50% and 75% and finished! What a freaking escape that was. RB Hilliard captured me completely with this story of a personal second chance for one character and a once in a life time chance for another. There were twists and turns, backstabbing and jubilation and so much more than I expected. Sander and Wynne's story was a joy to read. Highly recommend!!
I read to escape and decided to start this book after a really rough "real life" week. When I started, I was thinking "oh I don't like this guy at all" but kept reading. Suddenly I was at 50% and 75% and finished! What a freaking escape that was. RB Hilliard captured me completely with this story of a personal second chance for one character and a once in a life time chance for another. There were twists and turns, backstabbing and jubilation and so much more than I expected. Sander and Wynne's story was a joy to read. Highly recommend!!
April 18, 2019
Not being a fan of music "reality" shows, I did like this book. Sander James is a character that had been in other books and his road to redemption is being a judge on Million Dollar Musician. I will say I liked Sander, his downfall is well explained but what I didn't like was Wynne. For a 28 yr old, some of her actions and reactions were that of someone much younger. Chaz Jones from Meltdown is in this book and his snark at Sander was very well played. I wish the comeuppance was a little more than what was delivered by the end regarding the bad guys - but all in all a decent fast read.
August 2, 2019
Once in a while you read a book that leaves you wondering how it made you feel , Million Dollar Musician is that book for me. This book is amazing and beautifully written and I would recommend it as it’s a 10 star read. Sander and Wynne’s story is heartbreaking but so worth the journey to see them get their HEA.
April 10, 2019
Loved this story!!
Once again this talented author has written a story which had me totally captivated throughout this additive page turner and I cannot wait to read more of her work which I highly recommend for all readers.
Once again this talented author has written a story which had me totally captivated throughout this additive page turner and I cannot wait to read more of her work which I highly recommend for all readers.
April 26, 2019
Amazing rock star romance! I was hooked from the start till the very last part. Looking forward to read other stories from this author.
March 6, 2020
Ugh, DNF at some point... can’t remember the exact moment when I couldn’t stand it anymore. Sanders was just icky and the author glossed over the entire moment/week they fell in love which made me feel disconnected from the characters.
April 10, 2019
You gotta love a rock star romance and this one i fell for hook line and sinker!
This is a standalone that's loosely tied to The Meltdown series but you don't have to have read that to read this.
Sander after years of addiction is finally sober. He's up to two years clean and he's currently judging a talent show to find the next Million Dollar Musician. He'd started to get bored of the sober life. Nothing filled him with passion until he meets one of the contestants Wynne. She's on his team and she excites him like no other past or present. He wants her but he knows he can't while she's still in the competition. He devises a plan. During the Christmas break he decides to whisk his two remaining contestants Wynne and Ferris off to Aspen and hopes to get her alone. Fortunately Ferris can't go so all bet's are off. He has to have her.
Wynne is riding high in the competition. She loves what she's doing and wants to make it her life from now on. The only snag is her little crush on her mentor. Sander the ex rock star. He's talented and sexy and charming. She loves working with him but she knows that if she went anywhere near him it would only be for a night or two and it wasn't worth risking her career. She'd just have to calm her body down and settle for dreaming. When he offers to take her to Aspen though she jumps at the chance. By the time the plane lands she knows she's done for. She has it bad for him and being alone with him only intensifies it. She can't resist.
On return to the show there's an unspoken agreement to go their separate ways. Can they resist the pull of each other? Will they get found out? Can Wynne make all her dreams come true? And can Sander finally start living again without the use of drink and drugs?
This is such a great story. Meltdown is one of my favorite rock star romances so i just knew this was going to be a corker and boy was it!!
I loved the spark between Wynne and Sander. Even if their minds were resisting their bodies were all in. The chemistry between them was off the charts and i enjoyed it very much!
Your heart goes out to Sander. You feel from the start that his intentions for Wynne are more than a quick fling. She's not only sexy to him but he's in awe of her talent. She excites him and those feelings jump off the page at you. He goes through a lot throughout the story. It's a real journey for him. His past catches up with him and you root for him to overcome every obstacle. His only aim is to protect Wynne and not dirty her with all his sordid secrets. Of course he messes up along the way but this just endears him to you. I certainly fell for him.
Wynne is truly a beautiful person. Wickedly talented and if it was real your votes would definitely go to her. I loved how accepting she was of her feelings for Sander. It was pure and light and you totally knew why Sander couldn't say no to her. I did however want to shout at her a few times for not trusting him but i understood why with his past that she didn't. Although it did gut me.
The setting was a great basis for the story and it was brilliant seeing the Meltdown guys again especially my Chaz!! I love that moody son of a gun!!
You're hooked from the start till the very last note! The story flowed well and kept you right there with them. You'll hate the bad guys with a passion. In fact you'll want them to drop off the edge of the earth never to be seen again. Your heart will ache for Wynne and Sander and what they have to go through before they get their happy ending. I felt my chest constricting and i was literally sat on the edge of my seat but when the clouds cleared i was a very happy girl!!
Bleeding loved it!! Ace Rock star romance that will get read time and time again.
This is a standalone that's loosely tied to The Meltdown series but you don't have to have read that to read this.
Sander after years of addiction is finally sober. He's up to two years clean and he's currently judging a talent show to find the next Million Dollar Musician. He'd started to get bored of the sober life. Nothing filled him with passion until he meets one of the contestants Wynne. She's on his team and she excites him like no other past or present. He wants her but he knows he can't while she's still in the competition. He devises a plan. During the Christmas break he decides to whisk his two remaining contestants Wynne and Ferris off to Aspen and hopes to get her alone. Fortunately Ferris can't go so all bet's are off. He has to have her.
Wynne is riding high in the competition. She loves what she's doing and wants to make it her life from now on. The only snag is her little crush on her mentor. Sander the ex rock star. He's talented and sexy and charming. She loves working with him but she knows that if she went anywhere near him it would only be for a night or two and it wasn't worth risking her career. She'd just have to calm her body down and settle for dreaming. When he offers to take her to Aspen though she jumps at the chance. By the time the plane lands she knows she's done for. She has it bad for him and being alone with him only intensifies it. She can't resist.
On return to the show there's an unspoken agreement to go their separate ways. Can they resist the pull of each other? Will they get found out? Can Wynne make all her dreams come true? And can Sander finally start living again without the use of drink and drugs?
This is such a great story. Meltdown is one of my favorite rock star romances so i just knew this was going to be a corker and boy was it!!
I loved the spark between Wynne and Sander. Even if their minds were resisting their bodies were all in. The chemistry between them was off the charts and i enjoyed it very much!
Your heart goes out to Sander. You feel from the start that his intentions for Wynne are more than a quick fling. She's not only sexy to him but he's in awe of her talent. She excites him and those feelings jump off the page at you. He goes through a lot throughout the story. It's a real journey for him. His past catches up with him and you root for him to overcome every obstacle. His only aim is to protect Wynne and not dirty her with all his sordid secrets. Of course he messes up along the way but this just endears him to you. I certainly fell for him.
Wynne is truly a beautiful person. Wickedly talented and if it was real your votes would definitely go to her. I loved how accepting she was of her feelings for Sander. It was pure and light and you totally knew why Sander couldn't say no to her. I did however want to shout at her a few times for not trusting him but i understood why with his past that she didn't. Although it did gut me.
The setting was a great basis for the story and it was brilliant seeing the Meltdown guys again especially my Chaz!! I love that moody son of a gun!!
You're hooked from the start till the very last note! The story flowed well and kept you right there with them. You'll hate the bad guys with a passion. In fact you'll want them to drop off the edge of the earth never to be seen again. Your heart will ache for Wynne and Sander and what they have to go through before they get their happy ending. I felt my chest constricting and i was literally sat on the edge of my seat but when the clouds cleared i was a very happy girl!!
Bleeding loved it!! Ace Rock star romance that will get read time and time again.
April 9, 2019
I was excited to finally get to read this story, but a little apprehensive too. I’d been introduced to Sander’s character during the Meltdown series and let’s be honest he was really screwing up his life back then. Then I got another brief peek at he and Wynne in the Christmas with a Rockstar collection, but not the full story. But with the way in which that brief peek ended, while I was totally invested to see what happened to these two people next, I have to admit I was also feeling some apprehension and empathy with their current situation and the pain of betrayal.
But because RB Hilliard is just that good at spinning a story I should have had more faith that she’d take care of me and her people.
Sander and Wynne’s story did not disappoint me. He’s come a long way since his time as front man for Indigo Road. And he’s lost a great deal. But he’s sober and working hard to put himself back on track. When he’s asked to join a new TV show Million Dollar Musician as one of the celebrity judges, he’s been made promises by the powers that be that he will make the show a success and in return be helped to restart his career as a musician. But it’s pretty clear that while he believes this path will take him where he wants to go....the world and people around him don’t hold much interest. Until he meets contestant Wynne Benfield. Wynne is just one of the few who tried out for the show and have made it into the final rounds. She’s hopeful, unjaded and extremely talented. Sander sees something in her talent...he’s intrigued and he too becomes invested in seeing her succeed.
When a scandal and blackmail as well as public humiliation threaten not just Sander career but Wynne’s too, Sander figures out quickly what’s most important not just for him, but to him.
Can’t say anything more and if I ruined anything for anyone by saying this much I���m sorry. I will tell you that you get to see one of my all time favorite Meltdown drummers Chaz Jones and Olivia join in the mix, which I’m my opinion just made the story that much better. Chaz still has the gift of being a jackass, but you also see his genuine kindness peek through which only reminds you why you can love him even when he tried to make it hard for you to. I maybe a bit biased here...because while reading the Meltdown series Chaz shockingly (to me) became my favorite character.
If you haven’t read the Meltdown series yet I recommend that you do. While this story is complete and can stand by itself the Meltdown series just adds to the experience.
I highly recommend this one. You’ll fall in love hard with Sander and Wynne! Thank you RB Hilliard, you never disappoint me, I loved it.
But because RB Hilliard is just that good at spinning a story I should have had more faith that she’d take care of me and her people.
Sander and Wynne’s story did not disappoint me. He’s come a long way since his time as front man for Indigo Road. And he’s lost a great deal. But he’s sober and working hard to put himself back on track. When he’s asked to join a new TV show Million Dollar Musician as one of the celebrity judges, he’s been made promises by the powers that be that he will make the show a success and in return be helped to restart his career as a musician. But it’s pretty clear that while he believes this path will take him where he wants to go....the world and people around him don’t hold much interest. Until he meets contestant Wynne Benfield. Wynne is just one of the few who tried out for the show and have made it into the final rounds. She’s hopeful, unjaded and extremely talented. Sander sees something in her talent...he’s intrigued and he too becomes invested in seeing her succeed.
When a scandal and blackmail as well as public humiliation threaten not just Sander career but Wynne’s too, Sander figures out quickly what’s most important not just for him, but to him.
Can’t say anything more and if I ruined anything for anyone by saying this much I���m sorry. I will tell you that you get to see one of my all time favorite Meltdown drummers Chaz Jones and Olivia join in the mix, which I’m my opinion just made the story that much better. Chaz still has the gift of being a jackass, but you also see his genuine kindness peek through which only reminds you why you can love him even when he tried to make it hard for you to. I maybe a bit biased here...because while reading the Meltdown series Chaz shockingly (to me) became my favorite character.
If you haven’t read the Meltdown series yet I recommend that you do. While this story is complete and can stand by itself the Meltdown series just adds to the experience.
I highly recommend this one. You’ll fall in love hard with Sander and Wynne! Thank you RB Hilliard, you never disappoint me, I loved it.
April 9, 2019
5 Amazingly Electrified Guitars for Million Dollar Musician
RB Hilliard has done it again! Million Dollar Musician is a standalone, with a few glimpses of the Meltdown boys thrown in for good measure, mostly Chaz. It's a nice nod for fans, but definitely not integral at all to the plot of MDM. (Though I can't resist throwing in a not at all veiled suggestion to read that series because it is one of my favorites. There's a pretty good chance I am about to settle in for a full re-read because there was just enough of them in it to remind me of just how much I love them, and my favorite couple from that series was completely missing in the mentions. Hahaha.)
Where to start to review all the goodness of MDM? I'm very tempted to mention that I absolutely despise reality shows in real life, even the music ones - and those who know me at all can't understand that since music is such an intrinsic part of my life. I guess because so much of this story revolves around a reality show similar to American Idol and The Voice, I need to make it clear that this is fully worth the read even if you agree with me on current television overkill (but feel free to discuss Game of Thrones and Outlander with me.) Though the show, which shares it's name with the title of the book, is absolutely integral to the book, the behind the scenes isn't always flattering. And that's as far as I will tread into spoiler territory.
Sander, oh Sander [freaking] James. The bad boy of rockstar legend is trying to reinvent himself, or at least pull his life back together after a stereotypical fall from grace, as a judge on this fictional show. We join the action near the finale, when two of his proteges are in the final four. These two are our lovely and talented heroine, Wynne, and her opposite in every way, Ferris. Ferris is but one character you will love to hate.
One thing that made the Meltdown series really stand out to me was the flawless melding of rockstar romance and thriller. MDM is much heavier on the romance side, but the skill with which Ms. Hilliard can slip into intrigue is absolutely apparent throughout the struggles of this novel as well. It is more of a Hollywood spin, but undeniably an intriguing twist to the evils therein.
The absolute star is Sander. Though his tale of sex, drugs and rock 'n roll, and rock bottom, may not seem unique at first glance, the heart and soul of his character are. Highly recommended.
RB Hilliard has done it again! Million Dollar Musician is a standalone, with a few glimpses of the Meltdown boys thrown in for good measure, mostly Chaz. It's a nice nod for fans, but definitely not integral at all to the plot of MDM. (Though I can't resist throwing in a not at all veiled suggestion to read that series because it is one of my favorites. There's a pretty good chance I am about to settle in for a full re-read because there was just enough of them in it to remind me of just how much I love them, and my favorite couple from that series was completely missing in the mentions. Hahaha.)
Where to start to review all the goodness of MDM? I'm very tempted to mention that I absolutely despise reality shows in real life, even the music ones - and those who know me at all can't understand that since music is such an intrinsic part of my life. I guess because so much of this story revolves around a reality show similar to American Idol and The Voice, I need to make it clear that this is fully worth the read even if you agree with me on current television overkill (but feel free to discuss Game of Thrones and Outlander with me.) Though the show, which shares it's name with the title of the book, is absolutely integral to the book, the behind the scenes isn't always flattering. And that's as far as I will tread into spoiler territory.
Sander, oh Sander [freaking] James. The bad boy of rockstar legend is trying to reinvent himself, or at least pull his life back together after a stereotypical fall from grace, as a judge on this fictional show. We join the action near the finale, when two of his proteges are in the final four. These two are our lovely and talented heroine, Wynne, and her opposite in every way, Ferris. Ferris is but one character you will love to hate.
One thing that made the Meltdown series really stand out to me was the flawless melding of rockstar romance and thriller. MDM is much heavier on the romance side, but the skill with which Ms. Hilliard can slip into intrigue is absolutely apparent throughout the struggles of this novel as well. It is more of a Hollywood spin, but undeniably an intriguing twist to the evils therein.
The absolute star is Sander. Though his tale of sex, drugs and rock 'n roll, and rock bottom, may not seem unique at first glance, the heart and soul of his character are. Highly recommended.
April 10, 2019
There is something to say about a writer’s talent that makes you root for a character you previously disliked.
Chaz is my favorite Meltdown book; that storyline was intense,raw, gripping, and so much more. Needless to say I spent a majority of that book with strong feelings of dislike towards Sander. When all was revealed in that book and he sought Olivia to apologize then turn to rehab I felt like he deserved more.
I remember when RB told her book club that she was going to be writing Sander’s story next, I was so excited bc I felt like he really did deserve redemption and happiness. When she released the first chapters in Christmas with a Rock Star the pace of the book was great and it left you wanting more. Reading the rest of the story after the long journey that RB went through to get it completed made it even better. I love Wynne’s character she’s naive, strong, stubborn, and real. I loved that during the aftermath RB made her seem wishy washy about her feelings for Sander and her dream, I feel like that would be the normal response that most people would question everything. I also liked that she really made Sander work at making everything right. The scene with Olivia and her finally having that much needed conversation was one of my favorites. It should the dynamics between women and how we generally are rooting for each other even when the other person may have a past with someone close to us. As for Sander, I loved watching him figure out love and fight tooth and nail for it. For me that made everything between them sweeter.
My only critique was that because she released the mini glimpse at Christmas that part of the book, could have used some more filler to add more to the full release like a deeper glimpse at their time in Aspen because it kinda messed with the flow of the book just a bit for me. Other than that I got everything I wanted out of this long anticipated book; a glimpse at my favorite meltdown couple and a happy ending for Sander.
-Forever a Meltie ❤️
Chaz is my favorite Meltdown book; that storyline was intense,raw, gripping, and so much more. Needless to say I spent a majority of that book with strong feelings of dislike towards Sander. When all was revealed in that book and he sought Olivia to apologize then turn to rehab I felt like he deserved more.
I remember when RB told her book club that she was going to be writing Sander’s story next, I was so excited bc I felt like he really did deserve redemption and happiness. When she released the first chapters in Christmas with a Rock Star the pace of the book was great and it left you wanting more. Reading the rest of the story after the long journey that RB went through to get it completed made it even better. I love Wynne’s character she’s naive, strong, stubborn, and real. I loved that during the aftermath RB made her seem wishy washy about her feelings for Sander and her dream, I feel like that would be the normal response that most people would question everything. I also liked that she really made Sander work at making everything right. The scene with Olivia and her finally having that much needed conversation was one of my favorites. It should the dynamics between women and how we generally are rooting for each other even when the other person may have a past with someone close to us. As for Sander, I loved watching him figure out love and fight tooth and nail for it. For me that made everything between them sweeter.
My only critique was that because she released the mini glimpse at Christmas that part of the book, could have used some more filler to add more to the full release like a deeper glimpse at their time in Aspen because it kinda messed with the flow of the book just a bit for me. Other than that I got everything I wanted out of this long anticipated book; a glimpse at my favorite meltdown couple and a happy ending for Sander.
-Forever a Meltie ❤️
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 16, 2019
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When I first started reading this new book, I felt like I already knew this story or had read it before. Maybe some parts of it were pieces of another story?? Well, I do read ALOT of books so, color me confused!
Whatever the case, I kept on reading, found it hard to put down and then just enjoyed the hell out of it. I binged the Meltdown series in its entirety a while back so this one sounded like another book by R.B. Hilliard that would be right up my music loving alley. It was!
Another sexy, jaded rockstar with a disreputable past, getting sober and staying that way, trying to be a better man, Sander James. Wynne Benfield, a younger, very talented female contestant on the musical competition TV show he's mentoring has completely captured his attention and vice versa.
Sander is still sober after 2 years of hard work but now a new temptation has him addicted again and her name is Wynne. Will Sander be able to control how he feels about her and stay objective with the other contestants in the show? Tame those sparks, they could turn into fireworks and then the cat would be out of the bag.
There's backstage backstabbing in play but who is behind it and who can be trusted as the web gets woven tighter and becomes more complicated?
A twisted tale with jealousy, revenge, greed and past mistakes that won't stay where they belong makes for a very exciting story. Add into that some hot, steamy romance and you've got a story you'll want to continue since the ending was a HFN with hints of more to come. No, not a cliffhanger but I sure hope there's another chapter or three to Wynne and Sanders story! More, more, more, if you please!!!!
When I first started reading this new book, I felt like I already knew this story or had read it before. Maybe some parts of it were pieces of another story?? Well, I do read ALOT of books so, color me confused!
Whatever the case, I kept on reading, found it hard to put down and then just enjoyed the hell out of it. I binged the Meltdown series in its entirety a while back so this one sounded like another book by R.B. Hilliard that would be right up my music loving alley. It was!
Another sexy, jaded rockstar with a disreputable past, getting sober and staying that way, trying to be a better man, Sander James. Wynne Benfield, a younger, very talented female contestant on the musical competition TV show he's mentoring has completely captured his attention and vice versa.
Sander is still sober after 2 years of hard work but now a new temptation has him addicted again and her name is Wynne. Will Sander be able to control how he feels about her and stay objective with the other contestants in the show? Tame those sparks, they could turn into fireworks and then the cat would be out of the bag.
There's backstage backstabbing in play but who is behind it and who can be trusted as the web gets woven tighter and becomes more complicated?
A twisted tale with jealousy, revenge, greed and past mistakes that won't stay where they belong makes for a very exciting story. Add into that some hot, steamy romance and you've got a story you'll want to continue since the ending was a HFN with hints of more to come. No, not a cliffhanger but I sure hope there's another chapter or three to Wynne and Sanders story! More, more, more, if you please!!!!
April 12, 2019
Who does not love a good bad boy turned good story? Of course, a rockstar comes with all kinds of baggage. Drugs, alcohol, sex galore and a broken heart that is the norm of a good background story for a reformed rake, so to speak.
Every reformed rake needs a damsel in distress. Wynne is no different. Attracted to the very charming Sander, the start of their journey is more like biting into the forbidden fruit. They know they shouldn't but yet, how could they not? And of course, the fall out of that illicit get-together is almost irreparable.
Everytime, Sander tries to fix a wrong, it seems to backfire and pushes Wynne further away from him. While I love Sander taking charge of the situation, there were times when I felt like smacking him at the back of his head and tell him to stop being such a tight-lipped man. While I adore how naïve Wynne is, I wish she was just a little bit stronger, a little bit more thick-skinned.
I love the cameo of Meltdown and their interactions with Sander and Wynne. While this book is a standalone, it sure makes me want to re-read the Meltdown series again.
All in all, Ms Hilliard did another solid for us fans. I have yet to find a book of hers that I did not enjoy reading, even if it means going to bed at 2am. So.Worth.It.
Every reformed rake needs a damsel in distress. Wynne is no different. Attracted to the very charming Sander, the start of their journey is more like biting into the forbidden fruit. They know they shouldn't but yet, how could they not? And of course, the fall out of that illicit get-together is almost irreparable.
Everytime, Sander tries to fix a wrong, it seems to backfire and pushes Wynne further away from him. While I love Sander taking charge of the situation, there were times when I felt like smacking him at the back of his head and tell him to stop being such a tight-lipped man. While I adore how naïve Wynne is, I wish she was just a little bit stronger, a little bit more thick-skinned.
I love the cameo of Meltdown and their interactions with Sander and Wynne. While this book is a standalone, it sure makes me want to re-read the Meltdown series again.
All in all, Ms Hilliard did another solid for us fans. I have yet to find a book of hers that I did not enjoy reading, even if it means going to bed at 2am. So.Worth.It.
April 7, 2019
Million Dollar Musician by RB Hilliard a five-star read that you would give a million Dollars to be with. This is the best RB Hilliard has ever written, its like a culmination of all of her writing came together and birthed this amazing word baby. Sander James hasn’t always been a good man, but he is certainly trying to be the best man possible now. There is drama a plenty and passion that will astound you, you will see some of he Meltdown crew pop up and they will make you smile and one may just bring a tear to your eye, but mostly it will be Chaz making you chuckle. I can only hope that RB Hillard keeps up the writing as she is one author, I would pay a million dollars to read (and when I win the lottery finally get to meet/stalk in person), it would be a dark day if the idiots who are spoiling the indie writing world win. I may be being dramatic, but these are my words and I can be as dramatic as I like, as that’s what RB Hilliard shows us when she writes, she shows us we can be anything, anything we put our minds to. For that I owe her a massive personal thanks, she helped me in a tiny way become the person I wanted to be.
April 10, 2019
Million Dollar Musician was soooooo good it has to be my favorite by R.B Hilliard which is saying something because I love everything that the author writes . Let me just say the hero at first isn't so likable the things he does just no no but of course I fell for him half way through and got to really understand him and why he was the way that he is . The heroine to was hard for me to fall for but again was the story went on she grew on me . The chemistry between them is off the charts hot they just made alot of sense . I can't wait to read more by the author in the future always knows how to put me through a emotional ride .
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book
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hero=10 heroine=10 secondary characters=10
Chemistry=10 steam=6 romance=6
humor=4 darkness level=4 action=3 mystery=3
enjoyment=10 angst= 3 story line=10 Story ending=10
character development=10 pacing=10
cover=10 Blurb =10 Stars =5
would I recommend this book=yes
would I re read this book= yes
would I read future books by this author= yes
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book
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hero=10 heroine=10 secondary characters=10
Chemistry=10 steam=6 romance=6
humor=4 darkness level=4 action=3 mystery=3
enjoyment=10 angst= 3 story line=10 Story ending=10
character development=10 pacing=10
cover=10 Blurb =10 Stars =5
would I recommend this book=yes
would I re read this book= yes
would I read future books by this author= yes
April 11, 2019
Brilliant addition to the series!!
I am a huge fan of The Meltdown series so to get another chance to be taken back into that world was definitely an exciting prospect for me. We met Sander James in Shattered Rhythm causing all sorts of problems for Olivia and Chaz. While they eventually got their happy ever after, poor Sander did not and I remember at the time thinking there is more to this guy, he deserves his own happy ever after.
Sander hasn't led the best life or made the best choices but he's turning it around as a judge and mentor on Million Dollar Musician. He has two remaining contestants on his team one of them being the beautiful and talented Wynne. A captivating read that flows well with humour, jealousy, tears and tantrums thrown in. Sander stops at nothing to protect Wynne and make things right, despite his dark past creeping back to haunt him.
The whole Meltdown series is brilliant and although this could be read as a standalone, I highly recommend reading the whole series. I love that characters from the other books pop up, especially Chaz who is hilarious, it's like coming home.
I am a huge fan of The Meltdown series so to get another chance to be taken back into that world was definitely an exciting prospect for me. We met Sander James in Shattered Rhythm causing all sorts of problems for Olivia and Chaz. While they eventually got their happy ever after, poor Sander did not and I remember at the time thinking there is more to this guy, he deserves his own happy ever after.
Sander hasn't led the best life or made the best choices but he's turning it around as a judge and mentor on Million Dollar Musician. He has two remaining contestants on his team one of them being the beautiful and talented Wynne. A captivating read that flows well with humour, jealousy, tears and tantrums thrown in. Sander stops at nothing to protect Wynne and make things right, despite his dark past creeping back to haunt him.
The whole Meltdown series is brilliant and although this could be read as a standalone, I highly recommend reading the whole series. I love that characters from the other books pop up, especially Chaz who is hilarious, it's like coming home.
April 5, 2019
I remember meeting Sander in Shattered Rhythm and felt there definitely had to be something more to this character I was so excited to hear RB was writing his story
Sander was a very complex character who after hitting rock-bottom was trying to put his life back together, now sober for more than 2 years, he decided to be a coach for Million Dollar Musician, a music competition show, with the hopes of reigniting a solo career when the show is over.
What Sander didn’t count on was how much he would enjoy mentoring or that one of his contestants would steal his heart. Wynne was one of 2 finalists that he was mentoring and with her pure talent there was something about her that not only stole his heart but will steal your heart.
The chemistry between these two is off the charts, there are tons of twists and turns, both trying to follow their heart and their dreams. I enjoyed their story.
I loved the cameos of characters from the Meltdown series. I love RB’s writing style I highly recommend this book.
Sander was a very complex character who after hitting rock-bottom was trying to put his life back together, now sober for more than 2 years, he decided to be a coach for Million Dollar Musician, a music competition show, with the hopes of reigniting a solo career when the show is over.
What Sander didn’t count on was how much he would enjoy mentoring or that one of his contestants would steal his heart. Wynne was one of 2 finalists that he was mentoring and with her pure talent there was something about her that not only stole his heart but will steal your heart.
The chemistry between these two is off the charts, there are tons of twists and turns, both trying to follow their heart and their dreams. I enjoyed their story.
I loved the cameos of characters from the Meltdown series. I love RB’s writing style I highly recommend this book.
April 13, 2019
I always love reading books from this author and this one doesn't disappoint Million Dollar Musician will have you staying up to read it to the end. i love the way she captures your mind and heart with her characters. She takes you on a journey where you actually feel the characters and are with them during all the twists and turns ups and downs throughout the book talking to the characters turning the pages and reading til the end just so you can see where she is going to take you. Sanders had me pretty much hating him at first he seemed to be the true rock star type that makes you want to yell at Wynne saying don't do it. find someone better but then he proves that his heart is true and that hes so worth the million dollar musician title. Wynne is at the beginning of her music journey with so much talent and even more heart. if you loved the Meltdown series you will love this book even more. this is a true must read
April 9, 2019
I was so excited to see this new book from RB Hilliard. The story has a tie in from her previous Meltdown series, but you don't need to read that series to enjoy the book.
When I first started reading the book, I wasn't sure how I was going to feel about it. There was a lot of information and drama happening pretty quickly but once revealed where the story was going it made sense, and I could settle in.
I thought Sander and Wynne had great chemistry and made sense together. I wanted to hate Sander but damn he was charming in that bad boy kind of way, and I couldn't help but love him. I thought sometimes Wynne was a little "woe is me," but for the most part, she redeemed herself.
I also loved getting to see Chaz from Meltdown again (he is my favorite). Overall this was a great angsty rockstar read that I would recommend!
When I first started reading the book, I wasn't sure how I was going to feel about it. There was a lot of information and drama happening pretty quickly but once revealed where the story was going it made sense, and I could settle in.
I thought Sander and Wynne had great chemistry and made sense together. I wanted to hate Sander but damn he was charming in that bad boy kind of way, and I couldn't help but love him. I thought sometimes Wynne was a little "woe is me," but for the most part, she redeemed herself.
I also loved getting to see Chaz from Meltdown again (he is my favorite). Overall this was a great angsty rockstar read that I would recommend!
April 14, 2019
If you ever wondered just what goes on behind the scenes of those reality shows like the Voice or American Idol, here's your chance to let your imagination run wild.
Sander James was the lead singer of Indigo Road and had it all: fame, fortune and women throwing themselves at him. He is approached to star in a reality music show as a judge that would get to call the shots. When Wynne Benfield auditions, he knows that she has what it takes to win ... and not just the competition, she's a star. But the road to the finality isn't paved with gold or good intentions. It can be filled with passion and heartbreak too.
This is a great read with guest appearances by the characters from the Meltdown series showing you what they are up to now. This is a great book and an addictive read. I couldn't put it down.
Sander James was the lead singer of Indigo Road and had it all: fame, fortune and women throwing themselves at him. He is approached to star in a reality music show as a judge that would get to call the shots. When Wynne Benfield auditions, he knows that she has what it takes to win ... and not just the competition, she's a star. But the road to the finality isn't paved with gold or good intentions. It can be filled with passion and heartbreak too.
This is a great read with guest appearances by the characters from the Meltdown series showing you what they are up to now. This is a great book and an addictive read. I couldn't put it down.
April 13, 2019
What a sexy ride Million Dollar Musician is?
Oh my Sander is just swoon worthy and so loveable for a bad@ss rockstar. I just can’t say how much I love R.B. Hillard and her rockstar boys! She once again has taken you into a world you wish you could be apart of.
Sander and Wynne were a ball full of cuteness. There are real no other words to truly describe them. Sander the man with the reputation and Wynne with the sweet, innocent persona. When the two came together there are no other words then cuteness with lots of hot and sexy time thrown in. The book was so much more than a rockstar romance and had me hooked from
the beginning all the way till the end.
I 100% recommend this book!!! 5+ Stars!!!!
Oh my Sander is just swoon worthy and so loveable for a bad@ss rockstar. I just can’t say how much I love R.B. Hillard and her rockstar boys! She once again has taken you into a world you wish you could be apart of.
Sander and Wynne were a ball full of cuteness. There are real no other words to truly describe them. Sander the man with the reputation and Wynne with the sweet, innocent persona. When the two came together there are no other words then cuteness with lots of hot and sexy time thrown in. The book was so much more than a rockstar romance and had me hooked from
the beginning all the way till the end.
I 100% recommend this book!!! 5+ Stars!!!!
April 24, 2020
Loved the story.
There are secrets that Sander is keeping from Wynne to protect her. But is it the right move? Or should Sander had taken different actions?
Wynne is a teacher but her dream is to become a singer. And she has that opportunity since she’s a contestant in a show and having none other than Sander James as her team coach!
Sander accepted to be in the show so he could get his career back in track. He did not intend to fell for Wynne. They tried to keep their relationship out of the light.
But what kind of story will this be without the angs
feelings?
Sander past caught up to him. Can he be able to save his relationship with Wynne? Was there even a relationship to start with?
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Oh, I just want to said that I love Chaz Jones!!! LOL
There are secrets that Sander is keeping from Wynne to protect her. But is it the right move? Or should Sander had taken different actions?
Wynne is a teacher but her dream is to become a singer. And she has that opportunity since she’s a contestant in a show and having none other than Sander James as her team coach!
Sander accepted to be in the show so he could get his career back in track. He did not intend to fell for Wynne. They tried to keep their relationship out of the light.
But what kind of story will this be without the angs
feelings?
Sander past caught up to him. Can he be able to save his relationship with Wynne? Was there even a relationship to start with?
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Oh, I just want to said that I love Chaz Jones!!! LOL
April 14, 2019
This was another amazing read by R.B. I honestly felt that Wynne and Sander were perfect for each other. I was finally glad to see Sander get his happily ever after especially with everything he went through in his past. This book was filled with so much drama but it kept you on your toes until the very end. There were times where I felt Wynne misjudged a lot of the situations and some of the things that were said. But I was glad when you finally figured out what was truly going on. I honestly wish I could give this book more than just 5 stars it deserves way more than that. I can't wait to see what R.B has in stored for us next!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 8, 2019
RB Hilliard is just a phenominal author! "Million Dollar Musician" has not only met my expectations, but exceeded everything I thought would be delivered. Her writing style is one to look forward to, her storyline is one that kept me entertained and enthralled, and her characters are so full of personality that even their insecurities, flaws and quirks are relatable. For me, even the cameo appearance from member of the "Meltdown" series made it all the better. If you're going to pamper yourself with a book revolving around the rock community, make it "Million Dollar Musician" which is worth well more than just 5 stars.
April 10, 2019
Roller coaster romance.
Wynne and Sanders story was a roller coaster of a ride. At some points throughout the story I really didn't like Sander and others I loved him. Overall and really enjoyed reading Sanders character. I feel like the author did a really good job with showing us the darker past he had and his growing pains into the man he wanted to become. With that being said I also felt that Wynne had some growing up to do also and it was nice to see that they both kind of did it together. I love this story and totally would recommend it even if you're not into the rock star romance you need to give it a try.
Wynne and Sanders story was a roller coaster of a ride. At some points throughout the story I really didn't like Sander and others I loved him. Overall and really enjoyed reading Sanders character. I feel like the author did a really good job with showing us the darker past he had and his growing pains into the man he wanted to become. With that being said I also felt that Wynne had some growing up to do also and it was nice to see that they both kind of did it together. I love this story and totally would recommend it even if you're not into the rock star romance you need to give it a try.
June 29, 2020
Wynne Benfield is a finalist for Million Dollar Musician, a Voice/American Idol type competition, and she is being mentored by fallen from grace, rock legend Sander James..In fact, both finalists are coached by Sander...but Wynne is definitely the more talented of the two...and looks to be pretty sure to win, when she and Sander make a decision that could ruin her career before it gets started....♥️🌼
RB Hilliard has written another good rocker book...Sander and Wynne are good characters with smoking chemistry, and I loved the tv competition show aspect of the book...it was new...Million Dollar Musician is a good book...I read it straight through.. ♥️🌼
RB Hilliard has written another good rocker book...Sander and Wynne are good characters with smoking chemistry, and I loved the tv competition show aspect of the book...it was new...Million Dollar Musician is a good book...I read it straight through.. ♥️🌼
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