Rock the Boat (Midnight Fate, #1) in Indie Chicks Rockin' Reader Group

Jan 14, 2016 Shannon rated it really liked it

Shelves: own, arc, contemporary, own-paperback, series, part-of-series, series-stand-alone, a-whole-lotta-insta, own-tbr, alternating-pov

Rock the Boat is a fun, sweet contemporary romance, with an interesting storyline and likeable characters. I really enjoyed the premise of this book...a kind of a modern take on The Love Boat. (Okay, I might just be showing my age with that one!)

Lark is trying to get over a break-up, Easton is still coming to terms with a devastating loss. Lark is convinced to take this cruise by her bestfriend, while Easton, the lead singer of the "house band", is unknowingly set-up by one of his close friends. ...more

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Feb 17, 2016 Michelle rated it really liked it

Shelves: arcs

4-4.5 stars. I really liked this storyline idea. Lark Williams is going on a singles cruise with the promise of The Perfect Match with her best friend Noelle. They fill out a questionnaire that generates a match for the both of them to meet up with on this particular cruise. Lark's heart has been broken by her most recent relationship so she's not too optimistic that she will find anything beyond a potential hookup on this trip. Easton Beck, a musician for Midnight Fate, has been living on the c 4-4.5 stars. I really liked this storyline idea. Lark Williams is going on a singles cruise with the promise of The Perfect Match with her best friend Noelle. They fill out a questionnaire that generates a match for the both of them to meet up with on this particular cruise. Lark's heart has been broken by her most recent relationship so she's not too optimistic that she will find anything beyond a potential hookup on this trip. Easton Beck, a musician for Midnight Fate, has been living on the cruise ship for the last 6 months as a performer, hiding from his real life because his pain is too much to handle. Prodded into The Perfect Match as well, Easton meets up with Lark. Although Easton isn't Lark's usual type, she can't deny the attraction and Easton is more than willing to give her whatever she wants except his heart. They have 1 week to get to know each other and have fun while doing so. I really liked both of the main characters. Lark has a deep sense of compassion and kindness about her. Easton has a good heart and is loyal to the core.

There's a palpable chemistry between the two of them and they definitely appear to be opposites in certain ways, but at the same time, Easton always seemed to know what Lark needed and vice versa. It's the trust that they struggle surrendering over to the other based on past hurts. But even if they do have the compatibility required and the getaway bubble of a cruise ship, how does this translate into real life when the vacation is over? I had an appreciation for their struggles over the 7 day period they spent together and how hesitant they were to open up to the other based on the brevity of their acquaintance. Does love have a time period and can a computer algorithm really dictate who belongs together? For Lark, someone who is used to structures and plans, she would have to allow more spontaneity. For Easton, someone who has been wandering around without a defined plan, he would have to come up with a blueprint if he really wants a future. Fans of blind date type of matches and fate bringing people together will enjoy this story.

*I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review* ...more

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Jan 27, 2016 Cassie rated it it was amazing

4.5 Stars!

This was a cute romance that had some FUN characters and a different story line (Cruise ship and The Perfect Match) that kept my interest throughout. Easton stole the show in this book - his character was tormented, yet he had that sweet side.

I wanna see more of Midnight Fate!!!

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Dec 15, 2015 Elizabeth rated it really liked it

Shelves: need-to-review, eram

Ingredients:
1 -Grieving musician who took his band to play for a cruise line as an escape from real life
1- Broken-hearted PR executive who recently discovered her boyfriend of 5 years cheating on her
2 - Friends with good intentions
1 - Week long cruise
1 - "Perfect Match" match making test

In the hands of Gia Riley, the ingredients above become a fun story of instant physical attraction turning into so much more. Easton and Lark are both wonderfully wounded characters who are dragged kicking and sc ...more

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Mar 23, 2016 Stephanie Rose rated it it was amazing

I'm a fan of all Gia's books, but this is her best one. I devoured it in a day. Easton is a hot as hell, perfectly delicious, tortured rocker. There is a Lark in all of us, hurt and scared to take a chance until the perfect opportunity, or man, comes along. Rock the Boat is a steamy, flawlessly written fun read. I'm hoping we get more from Midnight Fate! ...more

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Jan 27, 2016 Tiffany rated it really liked it

Easton is definitely a rock star!! Falling in love after someone being unfaithful to you is hard, hard. I really enjoyed the story between Lark and Easton. Wasn't so sure they would get their HEA and honestly thought Lark would go back to her ex. Easton seriously rocks, love his heart. This was a perfect read for Valentine's weekend!! ...more

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Mar 21, 2016 Jackie rated it really liked it

This was my first book by this author and I really liked it. The plot was really interesting and drew me in from the beginning. I really loved Easton and how patient he was with Lark, working through all of her insecurities.

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Mar 04, 2016 Ruthie Henrick rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: indie-chicks-rock, 2016

Shame on me, this is the first book I've read by Gia Riley, but it certainly won't be the last. Her first two that are even sitting on my Kindle have now been bumped to the top of my TBR! The characters in this book are written so well, and so realistically, I just want a chance to say hi. And the cruise ship setting...I'm ready to pack my bag and climb aboard right now! Loved this story :) ...more

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