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Tragic Duet #1
Rock Star, Interrupted
I found my stillness, my space between breaths, when I was a kid. The answer is simple. If it hurts, I pour music on it.
After years of hard work, it's finally happening. Tragic has a number one album and we've gone from being discussed as one hit wonders to hearing words like meteoric mentioned alongside our name.
With two tours planned and another album on its way, we have a lot to look forward to. Playing in a different city every night, the shimmer and roar of the crowd, after parties and endless women.
My lifelong dream is in the palm of my hand until one phone call leaves everything hanging in the balance.
After years of hard work, it's finally happening. Tragic has a number one album and we've gone from being discussed as one hit wonders to hearing words like meteoric mentioned alongside our name.
With two tours planned and another album on its way, we have a lot to look forward to. Playing in a different city every night, the shimmer and roar of the crowd, after parties and endless women.
My lifelong dream is in the palm of my hand until one phone call leaves everything hanging in the balance.
229 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 29, 2019
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S.M. Shade
42 books1,672 followersS.M. Shade writes spicy romantic comedies and steamy contemporary romances with relatable characters. Whether it's a good laugh or a good cry, she likes to grab you by your emotions and make you feel.
An unashamed Croc enthusiast and poetry nerd, she can usually be found listening to Indie Rock on repeat and watching birds.
An unashamed Croc enthusiast and poetry nerd, she can usually be found listening to Indie Rock on repeat and watching birds.
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January 24, 2020
3 🎶🥱🎶⭐️s
Plenty of push & pull, side plots, dragging.
Plenty of push & pull, side plots, dragging.
November 29, 2019
Wow! Prepare yourself readers because this book ends in one hell of a cliffhanger. Since it's the first book in a duet that's to be expected, but this is one that I DID NOT see coming. Crazy! S.M. Shade certainly left me hanging there at the end, and all I could do was sit and cuss and pout. Regardless, I am excited and counting down for the conclusion to Axton & Naomi's story.
Rock Star, Interrupted is a story that introduces us to Axton and his nanny, Naomi. Axton is broody, complicated and obviously haunted by his past. We are not given the specifics, but his attitude and recurring dreams tell us that something is definitely wrong. Then just when he and his band Tragic are hitting is big, his life is turned upside down. A big bombshell is dropped, informing him that he has a one year old son that he never knew existed. He never wanted kids and now suddenly has one. How is he supposed to take care of a child, make music and go on tour? The decision is an easy one. Hire a nanny, and this is where Naomi comes in.
Naomi loves children, so she jumps at the chance to become a caregiver to Caden. Although working for Axton doesn't prove to be easy. His whole demeanor should have her running the other way, but she digs her heels in and does the best that she can. She may be caring and loving, but she is not a pushover. She gives just as good as she gets. And the sizzling chemistry and sexual tension between these two is simply off the charts. I was just dying for these two to get together, but will they? You will have to tune in to find out.
Rock star romance is a weakness of mine, and this one certainly checked all the marks for me. The author will take you on an emotional journey full of angst, drama, romance and suspense. Rock Star, Interrupted was wonderfully written and filled to the brim with everything that I love. The characters were endearing, and the plot well developed. Just keep in mind, it ends with an epic revelation that will leave you begging for answers.
Rock Star, Interrupted is a story that introduces us to Axton and his nanny, Naomi. Axton is broody, complicated and obviously haunted by his past. We are not given the specifics, but his attitude and recurring dreams tell us that something is definitely wrong. Then just when he and his band Tragic are hitting is big, his life is turned upside down. A big bombshell is dropped, informing him that he has a one year old son that he never knew existed. He never wanted kids and now suddenly has one. How is he supposed to take care of a child, make music and go on tour? The decision is an easy one. Hire a nanny, and this is where Naomi comes in.
Naomi loves children, so she jumps at the chance to become a caregiver to Caden. Although working for Axton doesn't prove to be easy. His whole demeanor should have her running the other way, but she digs her heels in and does the best that she can. She may be caring and loving, but she is not a pushover. She gives just as good as she gets. And the sizzling chemistry and sexual tension between these two is simply off the charts. I was just dying for these two to get together, but will they? You will have to tune in to find out.
Rock star romance is a weakness of mine, and this one certainly checked all the marks for me. The author will take you on an emotional journey full of angst, drama, romance and suspense. Rock Star, Interrupted was wonderfully written and filled to the brim with everything that I love. The characters were endearing, and the plot well developed. Just keep in mind, it ends with an epic revelation that will leave you begging for answers.
October 19, 2019
Release Date: October 29, 2019
Actual Rating: 4.5 stars
Rock Star Romance | Book 1 in the Duet
Buckle up and brace yourself because the ending of Rock Star, Interrupted is a doozy! WHOA! I know to always expect some messed up endings when it comes to duets- the cliffhangers are always killer- but this one?!!? I can't EVEN! Why S.M. Shade had to leave me hanging like this is seriously messing with my head right now and if I didn't have a house full of people I would probably throw my iPad across the room and cry **pouting**. That being said, I cannot WAIT for the conclusion to Naomi and Axton's story (I hope it is coming VERY soon).
Rock Star Interrupted is a rock star romance and introduces us to the broody Axton and his new nanny, Naomi. Axton is a man with demons. We don't know exactly what demons he's facing as we are only shown breadcrumbs of his past, but his demeanor, attitude, and horrible nightmares tell us that something is seriously wrong. Not only that, Axton is facing a new dilema in his life- a one year old baby boy that he never knew existed. How can he possibly take care of a child, work on his music (he's an up and coming rock star who is quickly gaining popularity), and go on tour? Simple. Hire a nanny. That's where Naomi comes in.
Naomi enjoys working with children so when she lands a job for a musician her life finally gains a semblance of control. However, working for Axton isn't easy and he's pretty standoffish and has a serious chip on his shoulder. But she makes do with what she has and enjoys taking care of Caden, his son.
This is a romance though, so will spark fly between a musician and his nanny? If you want to know the answer then you'll have to read Rock Star, Interrupted! Just make sure you know that there is an EPIC TWIST at the end that will leave you begging for answers!
Actual Rating: 4.5 stars
Rock Star Romance | Book 1 in the Duet
Buckle up and brace yourself because the ending of Rock Star, Interrupted is a doozy! WHOA! I know to always expect some messed up endings when it comes to duets- the cliffhangers are always killer- but this one?!!? I can't EVEN! Why S.M. Shade had to leave me hanging like this is seriously messing with my head right now and if I didn't have a house full of people I would probably throw my iPad across the room and cry **pouting**. That being said, I cannot WAIT for the conclusion to Naomi and Axton's story (I hope it is coming VERY soon).
Rock Star Interrupted is a rock star romance and introduces us to the broody Axton and his new nanny, Naomi. Axton is a man with demons. We don't know exactly what demons he's facing as we are only shown breadcrumbs of his past, but his demeanor, attitude, and horrible nightmares tell us that something is seriously wrong. Not only that, Axton is facing a new dilema in his life- a one year old baby boy that he never knew existed. How can he possibly take care of a child, work on his music (he's an up and coming rock star who is quickly gaining popularity), and go on tour? Simple. Hire a nanny. That's where Naomi comes in.
Naomi enjoys working with children so when she lands a job for a musician her life finally gains a semblance of control. However, working for Axton isn't easy and he's pretty standoffish and has a serious chip on his shoulder. But she makes do with what she has and enjoys taking care of Caden, his son.
This is a romance though, so will spark fly between a musician and his nanny? If you want to know the answer then you'll have to read Rock Star, Interrupted! Just make sure you know that there is an EPIC TWIST at the end that will leave you begging for answers!
September 20, 2020
My first thought about Axton - Huge jerk!
My first thought about Naomi - Huge sweetheart!
It took a large part of the book to change my feelings around for Axton. I held a grudge for a bit lol. Naomi didn't put up with his moods and broodiness though. He was rock star personified. He lived and breathed it. His personality fit it. They are things in the past that the story hinted to that helped shape him into the man he is.
Then Caden came into the picture. Slowly, that little boy chipped away at the rock star's walls and Axton finally had something besides music to live for. That was sweet to read. How they were both growing in the love they had for each other.
Naomi was just what Caden needed in his life. She made sure he was well taken care of and LOVED. She made a point to call Axton out the times she felt he wasn't stepping into that father role. I mean, even his own sister adored her. His bandmates as well. In time he would realize also.
The entire time I was reading this I was coming up with different plots on how the book would end up needing a part 2. The cliffy wasn't even close to what I was thinking would happen. Shocking ending and can't wait to continue on with book 2.
My first thought about Naomi - Huge sweetheart!
It took a large part of the book to change my feelings around for Axton. I held a grudge for a bit lol. Naomi didn't put up with his moods and broodiness though. He was rock star personified. He lived and breathed it. His personality fit it. They are things in the past that the story hinted to that helped shape him into the man he is.
Then Caden came into the picture. Slowly, that little boy chipped away at the rock star's walls and Axton finally had something besides music to live for. That was sweet to read. How they were both growing in the love they had for each other.
Naomi was just what Caden needed in his life. She made sure he was well taken care of and LOVED. She made a point to call Axton out the times she felt he wasn't stepping into that father role. I mean, even his own sister adored her. His bandmates as well. In time he would realize also.
The entire time I was reading this I was coming up with different plots on how the book would end up needing a part 2. The cliffy wasn't even close to what I was thinking would happen. Shocking ending and can't wait to continue on with book 2.
October 29, 2019
Omg! I was not expecting that! This is my first book to read by this author and will certainly not be my last. I need book 2 now!!!
January 22, 2020
4.5/5 stars 🌟
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October 13, 2019
O.M.G That Ending💥😲 A Fabulously Sexy & Tension Filled Read!!🔥😍🎤🎶🎸
Rock Star, Interrupted (Tragic Duet Book 1)
I was picked up & swept away by this new Rock Star read.🎤🎶🎸 Axton & his band 'Tragic' are just hitting it big when his life is altered forever by a phone call!!😳 He wants to carry on as if nothing has changed & hires Naomi as his live-in Nanny, she'll also go on tour with them too!🚎✈ He won't abandon his responsibilities but wants his life to stay the same!!🍺🍷🎤🎶
Naomi seems sweet, kind, caring & loving but definitely has a back bone too. She's trained as a Primary School Teacher but wants to have a closer bond than working in a class of 30 allows. She is quick to put Ax in his place, when it's needed, which eventually becomes regularly!🙈😂 She gets on great with his sister Dani though.👍 She is excellent at her job & it's clear she cares deeply for her charge!!🙏💙 🍼
Its obvious that there is trauma in all of their pasts but we don't really know what form that takes, some of Axton's is hinted at!😢 There is a tension between Naomi & Ax that sizzles, It makes you wonder if it would be almost be 'hate sex' if they go there!?!😍🔥 I loved the back & forth between them, it was gripping as well hot 😍😉 Axton has issues, A-Hole issues, jealousy, fear and more!!🙈😂😳 As always, this Author has written some wonderful & realistic characters, they come alive from the page. The descriptions & 'feel' of being in & around a festival was so well written I could almost smell the food carts & beers!!🍔🍺🍕
This first book in this Duet ends on one hell of a cliffhanger but O.M.G ..... It's amazing!!🌟 It's terrifying, shocking, confusing, heart breaking & just plain explosive - You have to read this book, You just have to!!!😱💥💔😭
Debbie, 1970, UK
Rock Star, Interrupted (Tragic Duet Book 1)
I was picked up & swept away by this new Rock Star read.🎤🎶🎸 Axton & his band 'Tragic' are just hitting it big when his life is altered forever by a phone call!!😳 He wants to carry on as if nothing has changed & hires Naomi as his live-in Nanny, she'll also go on tour with them too!🚎✈ He won't abandon his responsibilities but wants his life to stay the same!!🍺🍷🎤🎶
Naomi seems sweet, kind, caring & loving but definitely has a back bone too. She's trained as a Primary School Teacher but wants to have a closer bond than working in a class of 30 allows. She is quick to put Ax in his place, when it's needed, which eventually becomes regularly!🙈😂 She gets on great with his sister Dani though.👍 She is excellent at her job & it's clear she cares deeply for her charge!!🙏💙 🍼
Its obvious that there is trauma in all of their pasts but we don't really know what form that takes, some of Axton's is hinted at!😢 There is a tension between Naomi & Ax that sizzles, It makes you wonder if it would be almost be 'hate sex' if they go there!?!😍🔥 I loved the back & forth between them, it was gripping as well hot 😍😉 Axton has issues, A-Hole issues, jealousy, fear and more!!🙈😂😳 As always, this Author has written some wonderful & realistic characters, they come alive from the page. The descriptions & 'feel' of being in & around a festival was so well written I could almost smell the food carts & beers!!🍔🍺🍕
This first book in this Duet ends on one hell of a cliffhanger but O.M.G ..... It's amazing!!🌟 It's terrifying, shocking, confusing, heart breaking & just plain explosive - You have to read this book, You just have to!!!😱💥💔😭
Debbie, 1970, UK
September 1, 2020
What an ending cliffhanger
Naomi becomes the nanny for Axton who is a singer in a band.
I did find myself skimming somewhat as I got sick of hearing how Axton is going and living his life. It should of been about his son.
Now the cliffhanger blew me away did Naomi know? I thought she had no family.
Off to book 2 I have to find out.
Naomi becomes the nanny for Axton who is a singer in a band.
I did find myself skimming somewhat as I got sick of hearing how Axton is going and living his life. It should of been about his son.
Now the cliffhanger blew me away did Naomi know? I thought she had no family.
Off to book 2 I have to find out.
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October 17, 2019
This was my first S.M. Shade book, but I'm such a sucker for rock stars, I had to check it out. And that cover? It drew me right in and fits perfectly with the story.
Ax is the lead singer of a newly successful band. He's leaning in hard to the rock star lifestyle, has no intention of slowing down, even when he finds out he's the dad of a 10-month-old baby. At first, I hated this man. I understood his fear, not wanting to change, but he made me angry. He didn't want anything to do with the baby, Caden. He was selfish and disinterested. But, I think that made him more real.
Naomi is the nanny Ax hires to take care of Caden. She is pretty much picture perfect, taking care of him entirely on her own without complaint. But she also puts Ax in his place, unafraid to speak up and tell him he's failing his new son. And...I think he kind of likes it.
With the way baby Caden is written, it's easy to see why someone would fall madly in love with him. He's written adorably without being saccharine. The interactions Ax has with him as the story goes on definitely softened my heart to him.
The burn between Ax and Naomi is slow and simmering, but when it finally comes to a head, it's explosive. They are sexy, passionate, and completely wrong and right for each other at the same time.
I am DYING for the next book. I got to the end and nearly tossed my Kindle across the room. My stomach was in knots! WTF? How will I be able to wait to find out what happens next?
SM Shade, you did good. I am completely hooked on Ax, Naomi, Caden, and the entire Tragic crew. Can you just throw a spoiler my way? I promise not to tell!
Ax is the lead singer of a newly successful band. He's leaning in hard to the rock star lifestyle, has no intention of slowing down, even when he finds out he's the dad of a 10-month-old baby. At first, I hated this man. I understood his fear, not wanting to change, but he made me angry. He didn't want anything to do with the baby, Caden. He was selfish and disinterested. But, I think that made him more real.
Naomi is the nanny Ax hires to take care of Caden. She is pretty much picture perfect, taking care of him entirely on her own without complaint. But she also puts Ax in his place, unafraid to speak up and tell him he's failing his new son. And...I think he kind of likes it.
With the way baby Caden is written, it's easy to see why someone would fall madly in love with him. He's written adorably without being saccharine. The interactions Ax has with him as the story goes on definitely softened my heart to him.
The burn between Ax and Naomi is slow and simmering, but when it finally comes to a head, it's explosive. They are sexy, passionate, and completely wrong and right for each other at the same time.
I am DYING for the next book. I got to the end and nearly tossed my Kindle across the room. My stomach was in knots! WTF? How will I be able to wait to find out what happens next?
SM Shade, you did good. I am completely hooked on Ax, Naomi, Caden, and the entire Tragic crew. Can you just throw a spoiler my way? I promise not to tell!
October 30, 2019
5 Stars!
OH MY GOSH! HOLY SMOKES! ALL THE YESES! Y'all my heart is still racing, palms are still sweating, and I'm so cursing under my breath. .. after finishing this explosive romance and all I can think about now is how this book ended (THAT ENDING. THAT TWIST. I got nothing y'all!) and when is the next in this duet is coming out!?
S.M. Shade is brand spanking new to me and what a way to pop my cherry than with a killer, unputdownable rock star romance. I've heard a looooot of buzz about this author and I'm thrilled to know that the hype was soooo very worth it.
Rock Star, Interrupted was a sexy, steamy, emotional, unforgettable, slow burn rock star romance that left me all in my feelings and kept me glued to all the words the. entire. time. The highs, lows, and everything in between, y'all ain't ready for this but fuck was it so damn worth it.
My lips are totally sealed on this one this time. The blurb does a good job giving a nice overview of the basic plot in this story but expect so, so, so much more.
What I can say is that Axton and Naomi were everything in the best, worst and most complicated ways (plus I fell hard for sweet Caden!). Every moment with them wasn't easy and yet it was in others and I have soooooo many questions that I know book two will totally answer. But what I do know is that I wouldn't change one single godblessed moment.
#noragrets
I NEED BOOK TWO NOOOOOOOW!!!! Boy this is gonna be a tough wait.
This is definitely one I can highly recommend.
Reviewed for Renee Entress's Blog.
OH MY GOSH! HOLY SMOKES! ALL THE YESES! Y'all my heart is still racing, palms are still sweating, and I'm so cursing under my breath. .. after finishing this explosive romance and all I can think about now is how this book ended (THAT ENDING. THAT TWIST. I got nothing y'all!) and when is the next in this duet is coming out!?
S.M. Shade is brand spanking new to me and what a way to pop my cherry than with a killer, unputdownable rock star romance. I've heard a looooot of buzz about this author and I'm thrilled to know that the hype was soooo very worth it.
Rock Star, Interrupted was a sexy, steamy, emotional, unforgettable, slow burn rock star romance that left me all in my feelings and kept me glued to all the words the. entire. time. The highs, lows, and everything in between, y'all ain't ready for this but fuck was it so damn worth it.
My lips are totally sealed on this one this time. The blurb does a good job giving a nice overview of the basic plot in this story but expect so, so, so much more.
What I can say is that Axton and Naomi were everything in the best, worst and most complicated ways (plus I fell hard for sweet Caden!). Every moment with them wasn't easy and yet it was in others and I have soooooo many questions that I know book two will totally answer. But what I do know is that I wouldn't change one single godblessed moment.
#noragrets
I NEED BOOK TWO NOOOOOOOW!!!! Boy this is gonna be a tough wait.
This is definitely one I can highly recommend.
Reviewed for Renee Entress's Blog.
October 15, 2019
S. M Shade is a god. Need I say more!
Ax is an up and coming rock star with a past that keeps coming back to haunt him. He is about to start a tour when he is hit a curve ball that he has a son and his life is turned upside down. Needing to hire a nanny Naiomi comes into his life.
Naomi is strong and doesn't take much crap from Ax, she tells him as it is when he over steps the boundaries but the sexual tension between them is smoking. Will they give into temptation? Can she keep Caden safe?
The story takes a dramatic turn and has left me needing book two like today. No seriously, I need it like NOW!
I love how S. M Shade has gone back to her routes with the genre of the book. I loved the striking back series and I feel this is where her talents as a writer lies for me. I loved her comedy stories but the way she encompasses you in the story, the drama, the passion, the questions I need answers too leave me needing more.
Will Ax and Naomi's relationship be the same after this, what's behind the door in Ax's dream, who is behind the notes? See so many questions.
You need to read this book and make up your own mind on how this story will turn out.
Ax is an up and coming rock star with a past that keeps coming back to haunt him. He is about to start a tour when he is hit a curve ball that he has a son and his life is turned upside down. Needing to hire a nanny Naiomi comes into his life.
Naomi is strong and doesn't take much crap from Ax, she tells him as it is when he over steps the boundaries but the sexual tension between them is smoking. Will they give into temptation? Can she keep Caden safe?
The story takes a dramatic turn and has left me needing book two like today. No seriously, I need it like NOW!
I love how S. M Shade has gone back to her routes with the genre of the book. I loved the striking back series and I feel this is where her talents as a writer lies for me. I loved her comedy stories but the way she encompasses you in the story, the drama, the passion, the questions I need answers too leave me needing more.
Will Ax and Naomi's relationship be the same after this, what's behind the door in Ax's dream, who is behind the notes? See so many questions.
You need to read this book and make up your own mind on how this story will turn out.
November 1, 2019
S.M. Shade is trying to kill me with that ending. HOLY FORKING SHIRT! Like, I cannot even with this ending. I need the next book so badly! I must know what happens with Axton and Naomi and I must know now! *insert dying emoji face here* I’m a sucker for rockstar romances and I flipping loved this book!
I love me some broken and broody characters and Axton was that and more. He’s our hero and rockstar in the story. The man clearly has issues and demons he’s fighting. Add to that a newly found baby he’s now to care for. Mot only does he have no clue how t care for a baby, but with his popularity on the rise there’s no time for him to even try. Cue Naomi the nanny.
I freaking loved Naomi! The woman is amazing. She’s so great with Axton’s son Caden and you can tell she truly cares about the baby boy. And although she’s caring and nurturing, she’s not a pushover and isn’t afraid to set Axton in his place. Of course the chemistry and sexual tension between the two is intense! I was practically salivating for them to get together.
Seriously, READ THIS STORY!! Just buckle up for that ending because OH. MY. GOD. 5 stars!
I love me some broken and broody characters and Axton was that and more. He’s our hero and rockstar in the story. The man clearly has issues and demons he’s fighting. Add to that a newly found baby he’s now to care for. Mot only does he have no clue how t care for a baby, but with his popularity on the rise there’s no time for him to even try. Cue Naomi the nanny.
I freaking loved Naomi! The woman is amazing. She’s so great with Axton’s son Caden and you can tell she truly cares about the baby boy. And although she’s caring and nurturing, she’s not a pushover and isn’t afraid to set Axton in his place. Of course the chemistry and sexual tension between the two is intense! I was practically salivating for them to get together.
Seriously, READ THIS STORY!! Just buckle up for that ending because OH. MY. GOD. 5 stars!
October 27, 2019
This book was AMAZING! Musician romance is in my top five favorite romance sub-genres but this one was written by S.M. Shade so I would have given this one a try for that reason alone. Everything I've ever read by her has hooked me and had me thoroughly impressed. And once again, this book shows why she's becoming a must read author for me.
This story had so much I loved about it. First was a broody hero with secrets in his past that I look forward to uncovering. Some of them were clearly heartbreaking but keys to why he is the way he is now. Axton was a real jerk in the beginning. But it's clear he's protecting himself. He shows these flashes of another side to him and it draws you in. It makes you want more.
Then there was the sweet, nurturing leading lady. Naomi was sassy and strong but also kind and seems to have a good heart. But she's also got secrets of her own.
This book has some surprising moments and a downright jaw dropping ending. I cannot wait for book two.
October 15, 2019
What in the living hell?!? OMFG!
The ending/cliffhanger was unbelievable! OMG!
I can’t even process all that came out!
I need to shout! Hit something...SEND HELP!
SHANNON SHADE what have you done?!?
It’s not fair... I need the conclusion.
Axton took a bit to understand and connect with but now I’m hooked on him.
Naomi was so perfect...I guess not everything is as it seems.
Ughhh..please just grab this book and read it. It’s effing perfect.
~BREAKDOWN OF RATINGS~
Plot~ 5/5
Main Characters (hero/heroine)~ 5/5
Secondary Characters~ 5/5
The Feels~ 5/5
Pacing~ 5/5
Addictiveness~5/5
Angst~ 5/5
Steam/Hotness/Chemisty ~ 5/5
Theme or Tone~ 5/5
Flow (Writing Style)~ 5/5
Backdrop (World Building)~ 5/5
Originality~ 5/5
Ending~ 5/5
Book Cover~ Makes my ovaries hurt!
Series~ Tragic Duet
Source~ Kindle eBook -ARC for honest review
Would I read more from the author? Yes
Would I recommend this book? Yes
The ending/cliffhanger was unbelievable! OMG!
I can’t even process all that came out!
I need to shout! Hit something...SEND HELP!
SHANNON SHADE what have you done?!?
It’s not fair... I need the conclusion.
Axton took a bit to understand and connect with but now I’m hooked on him.
Naomi was so perfect...I guess not everything is as it seems.
Ughhh..please just grab this book and read it. It’s effing perfect.
~BREAKDOWN OF RATINGS~
Plot~ 5/5
Main Characters (hero/heroine)~ 5/5
Secondary Characters~ 5/5
The Feels~ 5/5
Pacing~ 5/5
Addictiveness~5/5
Angst~ 5/5
Steam/Hotness/Chemisty ~ 5/5
Theme or Tone~ 5/5
Flow (Writing Style)~ 5/5
Backdrop (World Building)~ 5/5
Originality~ 5/5
Ending~ 5/5
Book Cover~ Makes my ovaries hurt!
Series~ Tragic Duet
Source~ Kindle eBook -ARC for honest review
Would I read more from the author? Yes
Would I recommend this book? Yes
November 10, 2025
Something about this MMC had me hooked from the start with his story, so I'm definitely curious to see how he evolves in the next book. Also, that cliffhanger wtf 🤯
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November 28, 2019
What a Cliffhanger!
Well first up, there is a massive cliffhanger as this a duet, so if you can’t handle one of those, maybe wait until the next book is out. Personally, though they make me crazy, it won’t stop me reading a book, especially one by SM Shade, who is a great writer. I know plenty of people won't read a series until it's complete but if we all did that, no series would ever get finished because the author would starve.
This book is about Axton, the lead singer in a newly successful rock band. They’re just about to go on a huge festival tour when he gets a call telling him that he’s a father and the mother has died, leaving him as the only option for parental care. After Dani, his sister, convinces him to take the baby he’s scared to care for, he hires a nanny and then tries to get back to his regular rock star life.
The Nanny is Naomi, and she adores Caden, the baby. She’s 24 and been working as a teacher of 2nd grade kids, but wants something a little bit more low key. Though Naomi adores Caden, she doesn’t think much of Axton. He is rude and arrogant and doesn’t want to be around his son. She is unafraid of him and calls him out when he’s getting out of hand. Axton things she’s too stubborn and assertive by far, and she needs to get out of his business, or he might do something they’ll both regret.
There is so much going on between these two it’s hard to quantify it. There is a lot going on in terms of history of both Axton and Naomi that is only partially revealed. Their relationship has a lot of back and forth and no one, especially the reader, knows what is going to happen next.
I like both these characters and Dani, who sets Axton straight and is really good at bringing him back down to earth, is great. The way they all interact feels very natural and understandable given the circumstances they all find themselves in
I really can’t wait to read the next book in the duet because the cliffhanger is incredible. I soooooo want to know what happens next, and I'll probably enjoy the re-read of this book when it comes out, just to refresh my memory.
Well first up, there is a massive cliffhanger as this a duet, so if you can’t handle one of those, maybe wait until the next book is out. Personally, though they make me crazy, it won’t stop me reading a book, especially one by SM Shade, who is a great writer. I know plenty of people won't read a series until it's complete but if we all did that, no series would ever get finished because the author would starve.
This book is about Axton, the lead singer in a newly successful rock band. They’re just about to go on a huge festival tour when he gets a call telling him that he’s a father and the mother has died, leaving him as the only option for parental care. After Dani, his sister, convinces him to take the baby he’s scared to care for, he hires a nanny and then tries to get back to his regular rock star life.
The Nanny is Naomi, and she adores Caden, the baby. She’s 24 and been working as a teacher of 2nd grade kids, but wants something a little bit more low key. Though Naomi adores Caden, she doesn’t think much of Axton. He is rude and arrogant and doesn’t want to be around his son. She is unafraid of him and calls him out when he’s getting out of hand. Axton things she’s too stubborn and assertive by far, and she needs to get out of his business, or he might do something they’ll both regret.
There is so much going on between these two it’s hard to quantify it. There is a lot going on in terms of history of both Axton and Naomi that is only partially revealed. Their relationship has a lot of back and forth and no one, especially the reader, knows what is going to happen next.
I like both these characters and Dani, who sets Axton straight and is really good at bringing him back down to earth, is great. The way they all interact feels very natural and understandable given the circumstances they all find themselves in
I really can’t wait to read the next book in the duet because the cliffhanger is incredible. I soooooo want to know what happens next, and I'll probably enjoy the re-read of this book when it comes out, just to refresh my memory.
June 25, 2021
CRAZY cliffhanger warning on this one, so make sure you’ve got the second book up and ready to go!
I LOVE this author’s voice and I love rock star stories so this was a win-win. However, please note that Axton is an A**HOLE alpha to the extreme. He’s not just an alpha, he’s really verbally cruel to Naomi. The excuse is that his past has traumatized him and so he pushes everyone away…blah, blah. Get some professional help dude.
The plot line is fabulous. Rock star has a 10-month old baby he’s never met. Rock star is given full custody of baby. Rock star hires nanny to care for baby Caden so he doesn’t have to.
I LOVE this author’s voice and I love rock star stories so this was a win-win. However, please note that Axton is an A**HOLE alpha to the extreme. He’s not just an alpha, he’s really verbally cruel to Naomi. The excuse is that his past has traumatized him and so he pushes everyone away…blah, blah. Get some professional help dude.
The plot line is fabulous. Rock star has a 10-month old baby he’s never met. Rock star is given full custody of baby. Rock star hires nanny to care for baby Caden so he doesn’t have to.
This is the first time I’ve been alone with my son. How f*cking pathetic is that? It’s sad, but it doesn’t make it any less necessary.Despite how much I disliked Axton, I could understand his need for music and how it rescued him as a teen.
I found my stillness, my space between breaths, when I was a kid. The answer was simple. It if hurts, I pour music on it.Naomi (or as Caden calls her, Nay-mi) is so patient with both Axton and Caden. She throws back sass when Axton tries to bully her, and he finds that verrrry attractive. She explains to Axton that life is what you make of it, it’s not all doom and gloom.
The thing is, I don’t see things much differently than you do. I just draw a different conclusion from it….just because life has no aim doesn’t mean it has no meaning or value. It’s a personal thing. Life has whatever meaning you give it. To me, it’s about finding happiness where you can.They have some serious angsty steam that was explosive to put it mildly. I had a hard time forgiving him for what he does to her at one point. I can't imagine facing someone after that and pretending that they didn’t completely crush your soul.
“I’m the s*ut just trying to get laid by a rock star and you were the one to teach me a lesson. Pat yourself on the back again and leave me the f*ck alone.”Once you reach the ending, her reason for staying with baby Caden makes perfect sense. One heck of a cliffhanger!
November 30, 2019
3.5 stars
S.M. Shade takes us on an emotional rollercoaster ride with the first book in the Tragic Duet. We meet Axton. He's in a band and they're just getting popular with their own record deal. His life gets turned upside down when he finds out he has a son. Axton isn't planning on changing his life for a baby, so he hires a nanny. With that settled, he can go on with his rock star life can't he?!?
Naomi needs the money and is happy to change her job. Even though she loved teaching, this seems more up her alley. She's determined to be there for this baby and hopes that Axton will connect with him as well. I have to say that was my favorite part of the story. I loved the moments with the baby and seeing Axton getting close to him!
Axton has his own demons and it's clear from the start something terrible happened. We don't get to know everything, but only get little glimpses. I loved Axton. He's a darker character, but as we get to know him I started loving him. The moments he starts opening up to his son are so precious and left a smile on my face.
This book is so much more than I expected, but I missed just a little bit of a connection with the characters at times. Even though we get some glimpses, at times I felt like I was missing information. I needed just a little more of the characters together and less of them on the road. I know it's a duet, but this felt a bit rushed at times.
I did really enjoy the suspense near the end and that ending left my head spinning! How is this all going to work out?!? I need the second book now!! And on top of Naomi and Axton, I really did enjoy the band members and Axton's sister. I wouldn't mind seeing her also get a happily ever after!
S.M. Shade takes us on an emotional rollercoaster ride with the first book in the Tragic Duet. We meet Axton. He's in a band and they're just getting popular with their own record deal. His life gets turned upside down when he finds out he has a son. Axton isn't planning on changing his life for a baby, so he hires a nanny. With that settled, he can go on with his rock star life can't he?!?
Naomi needs the money and is happy to change her job. Even though she loved teaching, this seems more up her alley. She's determined to be there for this baby and hopes that Axton will connect with him as well. I have to say that was my favorite part of the story. I loved the moments with the baby and seeing Axton getting close to him!
Axton has his own demons and it's clear from the start something terrible happened. We don't get to know everything, but only get little glimpses. I loved Axton. He's a darker character, but as we get to know him I started loving him. The moments he starts opening up to his son are so precious and left a smile on my face.
This book is so much more than I expected, but I missed just a little bit of a connection with the characters at times. Even though we get some glimpses, at times I felt like I was missing information. I needed just a little more of the characters together and less of them on the road. I know it's a duet, but this felt a bit rushed at times.
I did really enjoy the suspense near the end and that ending left my head spinning! How is this all going to work out?!? I need the second book now!! And on top of Naomi and Axton, I really did enjoy the band members and Axton's sister. I wouldn't mind seeing her also get a happily ever after!
February 7, 2020
Rock Star, Interrupted is a story about a Rock Star, Axton, who has past abuse issues with his father. He finds out that he’s a father after the mother of his child passes away and he’s left to care for this child. Axton hires a nanny, Naomi, to help him care for this child. At first, Axton doesn’t want to do much with his son, Caden, because of fear of messing up his life.
This book has easily become one of my favorites. The connection between Naomi and Axton is fantastic. The character building is so detailed that you really feel like you know who the characters are. Axton can be hot and cold toward Naomi, but Naomi has no problem putting him in his place. The ending threw me but made me that much more excited to read the second installment. And great news guys, the second book is already out, so if you want to read this one, you’ll be able to jump into the second book immediately. I would definitely give this book 5 out of 5 stars!
This book has easily become one of my favorites. The connection between Naomi and Axton is fantastic. The character building is so detailed that you really feel like you know who the characters are. Axton can be hot and cold toward Naomi, but Naomi has no problem putting him in his place. The ending threw me but made me that much more excited to read the second installment. And great news guys, the second book is already out, so if you want to read this one, you’ll be able to jump into the second book immediately. I would definitely give this book 5 out of 5 stars!
October 13, 2019
Holy S--t!! This book.... What a crazy ride!
Have you ever read a book and got that feeling in your upper chest. When your heart breaks so hard, it physically hurts... Yep that's gonna happening while you read this one.
Naomi is a strong heroine. She is loveable, kind, smart and sassy. She doesn't take crap from any one. Including the rock star God she's working for.
Axton Todd.. even his name screams Hot Rock Star! He's the mysterious, moody, sexy as all get out, lead singer for the band Tragic. Everything is going the way it should until life throws one of its bumps in the road.
Shade will have you rocking out and falling in love with these characters!
Have you ever read a book and got that feeling in your upper chest. When your heart breaks so hard, it physically hurts... Yep that's gonna happening while you read this one.
Naomi is a strong heroine. She is loveable, kind, smart and sassy. She doesn't take crap from any one. Including the rock star God she's working for.
Axton Todd.. even his name screams Hot Rock Star! He's the mysterious, moody, sexy as all get out, lead singer for the band Tragic. Everything is going the way it should until life throws one of its bumps in the road.
Shade will have you rocking out and falling in love with these characters!
October 30, 2019
Axton is the lead singer of the band Tragic that is just taking off. A phone call will change his life forever. He has a ten month old son named Caden. He hires Naomi to be a live-in nanny and to go on tour with the band. Axton doesn't want his life to change but he can't abandon his responsibility to his son. There is a slow burn attraction between Axton and Naomi going on. Naomi stands up to Axton and puts him in his place about Caden and how he is doing as a father. The cliffhanger ending is torture! I need the next book NOW.
November 4, 2019
*WARNING* contains explicit sexual content and crude language
This story leads us to believe there are some ugly secrets in Axton's past, but doesn't go into detail. It lightly touches on domestic violence, so if that's a problem for you, be aware. The character growth for Axton through this story is not only huge, but is also beautiful. I only hope the plot twist toward the end doesn't mess everything up.
This story leads us to believe there are some ugly secrets in Axton's past, but doesn't go into detail. It lightly touches on domestic violence, so if that's a problem for you, be aware. The character growth for Axton through this story is not only huge, but is also beautiful. I only hope the plot twist toward the end doesn't mess everything up.
March 29, 2022
4 stars
Realistically, this is a 3.5 star book because of how much of an asshole the hero was to the heroine at certain points. However, . All in all, I absolutely loved the trip this book took me on but can't, in good conscience, give it 5 stars due to the toxic alpha male shit from the male MC.
Realistically, this is a 3.5 star book because of how much of an asshole the hero was to the heroine at certain points. However, . All in all, I absolutely loved the trip this book took me on but can't, in good conscience, give it 5 stars due to the toxic alpha male shit from the male MC.
October 30, 2019
A cliffy I was not expecting...
I have been left jaw dropped and stunned.
I seriously have no words. It was better than great. I need the rest like yesterday. That cliffy has me mad. The characters have me hooked. Storyline is everything I needed. That cliffy ugh I already said something about it.
When
Is
The
Rest
Coming!?
I have been left jaw dropped and stunned.
I seriously have no words. It was better than great. I need the rest like yesterday. That cliffy has me mad. The characters have me hooked. Storyline is everything I needed. That cliffy ugh I already said something about it.
When
Is
The
Rest
Coming!?
January 28, 2020
I cannot wait to get my hands on the next book - that was a cruel place to finish. A good story, the characters grew on me by the end of the book.
January 30, 2020
Yes!!!!!!!!!
June 25, 2021
I really liked this story. This is my first book by this author and I will definitely be reading more of their stuff in the future.
Axton and his band have finally made it and he is loving life when he gets news that he has a son that is almost a year old that he knew nothing about. Not wanting to make any sacrifices in his lifestyle or his career, he decides to hire a full time nanny. Naomi was a 2nd grade teacher who loves working with kids, but was overwhelmed with having to deal with so many students. She decided to try nannying and gets hired to care for Tragic's lead singer's son. Naomi tries to get Axton to bond with his son while also dealing with caring for a toddler on the road during a tour.
I found this book a while ago and had been meaning to read it and finally got around to it. I'm glad I did, because I really liked it. I don't think I can say anything bad about this book at all... which I am realizing is a rare one for me lately because (apparently) I'm in some sort of book slump. Everything I've read lately makes me want to poke my eyes out at least once or twice while reading it... I didn't have that problem with this book.
Axton had a rough childhood, although the author is quite vague about whatever it is that is haunting Axton. He's dealing with a lot and then gets the surprise of his life finding out he has a kid despite never wanting to have kids at all. He is hesitant initially to let Caden (his son) in and build any sort of relationship with him. However, as the book progresses, they connect and it made my heart happy.
There is also apparently something in Naomi's past as well, but again the author kept it vague and all we ever find out (at least in this book) is that she has no family left. Although, that last paragraph threw me for a loop and I am definitely curious to see where that all leads.
I was left wondering about a lot after reading this book, but as it is a duet, I assume that the second book will answer most of those. I liked that the author gave us enough to keep us curious, but not too much that we lose interest altogether.
I also really liked that there wasn't insta love or any of that BS. Axton and Naomi had a rough start with him being kind of in shock about being a father and basically lashing out at anyone or anything that represented change in his life and Naomi not being one to take peoples crap lying down. Their relationship naturally evolved.. it wasn't just I hate you, I hate you, I hate you, and then wake up one day and decide "ermagherd.. I can't live without you" without any justification for the 180 in attitude towards each other. I personally can't stand when characters come together all of a sudden and there isn't any explanation or reasoning other than the author just decided 'Okay.. whelp we've reached the halfway mark of the book and its about time that they stopped hating each other and started doing the no pants dance..'
Anyways, I could go on and on about how great this book was and how much I liked it and how well written it was and blah blah blah, but I'd just be wasting your time and mine, so instead I'm just gonna say... READ THE BOOK. You can thank me later.
Axton and his band have finally made it and he is loving life when he gets news that he has a son that is almost a year old that he knew nothing about. Not wanting to make any sacrifices in his lifestyle or his career, he decides to hire a full time nanny. Naomi was a 2nd grade teacher who loves working with kids, but was overwhelmed with having to deal with so many students. She decided to try nannying and gets hired to care for Tragic's lead singer's son. Naomi tries to get Axton to bond with his son while also dealing with caring for a toddler on the road during a tour.
I found this book a while ago and had been meaning to read it and finally got around to it. I'm glad I did, because I really liked it. I don't think I can say anything bad about this book at all... which I am realizing is a rare one for me lately because (apparently) I'm in some sort of book slump. Everything I've read lately makes me want to poke my eyes out at least once or twice while reading it... I didn't have that problem with this book.
Axton had a rough childhood, although the author is quite vague about whatever it is that is haunting Axton. He's dealing with a lot and then gets the surprise of his life finding out he has a kid despite never wanting to have kids at all. He is hesitant initially to let Caden (his son) in and build any sort of relationship with him. However, as the book progresses, they connect and it made my heart happy.
There is also apparently something in Naomi's past as well, but again the author kept it vague and all we ever find out (at least in this book) is that she has no family left. Although, that last paragraph threw me for a loop and I am definitely curious to see where that all leads.
I was left wondering about a lot after reading this book, but as it is a duet, I assume that the second book will answer most of those. I liked that the author gave us enough to keep us curious, but not too much that we lose interest altogether.
I also really liked that there wasn't insta love or any of that BS. Axton and Naomi had a rough start with him being kind of in shock about being a father and basically lashing out at anyone or anything that represented change in his life and Naomi not being one to take peoples crap lying down. Their relationship naturally evolved.. it wasn't just I hate you, I hate you, I hate you, and then wake up one day and decide "ermagherd.. I can't live without you" without any justification for the 180 in attitude towards each other. I personally can't stand when characters come together all of a sudden and there isn't any explanation or reasoning other than the author just decided 'Okay.. whelp we've reached the halfway mark of the book and its about time that they stopped hating each other and started doing the no pants dance..'
Anyways, I could go on and on about how great this book was and how much I liked it and how well written it was and blah blah blah, but I'd just be wasting your time and mine, so instead I'm just gonna say... READ THE BOOK. You can thank me later.
October 29, 2019
Rock Star, Interrupted is book one of a duet! Yep, that means just what the sentence implies, CLIFFHANGER! Geesh this author is QUEEN of them.
If you have read this author before then you will completely understand that her cliffies are NEVER done in an understated fashion. What am I trying to say here? Buckle up and hang on cause this story is gonna take you on a ride. Wink!
Another thing I love about Ms. Shades style of writing, is you know you are missing facts that will give you greater understanding. Having said that, you still feel like you are getting a full story experience.
So a little bit about the story... Axton (aka Ax) our hero, IS A TURD. I would love to call him something else but I don’t like getting in trouble with the Zon. He definitely has the Rock Star attitude. You feel bad for him though cause his world gets turned upside down. In the beginning he finds out he has a surprise baby whose mother has died. This of course happens right before he is scheduled to go on a tour. His solution, take responsibility, hire a nanny. Don’t be too impressed. It was done with a disgruntled attitude and the intent to stay disconnected. Caden (aka Hatch) changes all that. BEST BABY EVER!
So a nanny (aka Naomi) enters the picture. She is so beautiful in how she interacts with both Caden and Ax. You really want to kill Ax at times. I love how she is with Caden, nurturing and insightful. She isn’t afraid to throw down with Ax either. It is impressive especially considering that she is attracted to him.
They both are fighting the inevitable and with the snippets you get of Ax’s backstory you understand why. You can plan for some STEAM between Ax and Naomi. (fanning myself)
By the way, Love, Love, Love all the side characters. Can you say future reads? (clapping hands)
This read is a puzzle. You have to keep going to get the pieces. Ugh this book only STARTS to fill in the picture. Eek! Truthfully, it feels so subtle, the things you don’t know, until the end. 🎶 Dun dun dun dun! 🎶 WTH? Your mind will be blow. The questions you have will morph into different questions. WHAT?! I AM A MESS! Book two I NEED YOU!
Ugh sorry, I think I have turned this review into my therapy session. LOL. Oh well! Happy Reading Everyone (said with an evil laugh). XOXO
If you have read this author before then you will completely understand that her cliffies are NEVER done in an understated fashion. What am I trying to say here? Buckle up and hang on cause this story is gonna take you on a ride. Wink!
Another thing I love about Ms. Shades style of writing, is you know you are missing facts that will give you greater understanding. Having said that, you still feel like you are getting a full story experience.
So a little bit about the story... Axton (aka Ax) our hero, IS A TURD. I would love to call him something else but I don’t like getting in trouble with the Zon. He definitely has the Rock Star attitude. You feel bad for him though cause his world gets turned upside down. In the beginning he finds out he has a surprise baby whose mother has died. This of course happens right before he is scheduled to go on a tour. His solution, take responsibility, hire a nanny. Don’t be too impressed. It was done with a disgruntled attitude and the intent to stay disconnected. Caden (aka Hatch) changes all that. BEST BABY EVER!
So a nanny (aka Naomi) enters the picture. She is so beautiful in how she interacts with both Caden and Ax. You really want to kill Ax at times. I love how she is with Caden, nurturing and insightful. She isn’t afraid to throw down with Ax either. It is impressive especially considering that she is attracted to him.
They both are fighting the inevitable and with the snippets you get of Ax’s backstory you understand why. You can plan for some STEAM between Ax and Naomi. (fanning myself)
By the way, Love, Love, Love all the side characters. Can you say future reads? (clapping hands)
This read is a puzzle. You have to keep going to get the pieces. Ugh this book only STARTS to fill in the picture. Eek! Truthfully, it feels so subtle, the things you don’t know, until the end. 🎶 Dun dun dun dun! 🎶 WTH? Your mind will be blow. The questions you have will morph into different questions. WHAT?! I AM A MESS! Book two I NEED YOU!
Ugh sorry, I think I have turned this review into my therapy session. LOL. Oh well! Happy Reading Everyone (said with an evil laugh). XOXO
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