The Echo series box set includes four stories by CR Alam. Each story is written to be a stand alone couple however, they are all intertwined in each book.
Echoing Hearts is book one in CR Alam’s The Echo Series. Dean and Rae were quite the interesting pair. Though they were both stubborn, they were also scared and just wanted to be loved – even if they didn’t seem as if they did. Though Dean felt dry in a romance novel aspect, he felt real, like someone I would or could know. Rae was the sunshine in your cloudy day and always the positive one. I loved that about her character. I felt as though I truly got to know the couple as individuals. It made the story that much better.
His Forever Muse is book two in CR Alam’s The Echo Series. I fell for Brandon in book one. The romantic famous best friend. He just wants his happily ever after and he truly deserves it. Callie has had a hard time letting go from a hard past. There was a lot of character growth in this story from Callie. I enjoyed the second chance storyline between these two. It felt like any fantasy where you want to fall for the lead of your favorite band. I’m happy that Brandon got his story and that it was just what he needed. Very steamy spicy scenes. I feel like book two was much better than book one – though that is strictly personal preference.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kristan Andersonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKristan Anderson2024-03-26 21:35:262024-03-27 05:17:35The Complete Echo Series: A Heartfelt Romance Collection (The Echo Series) by C.R. Alam – Review by Kristan Anderson
This is an amazing series. As soon as you start reading you are not going to want to put any of them down. Each of these books contain their own stories that are full of romance, friendship, second chances, drama, angst, and great characters. This author does a wonderful job pulling me into each story and keeping me captivated throughout. I recommend reading these books in order because there are some returning characters from previous books. I’m not going to give away anything from these 4 books, but I will say that you don’t want to miss out on this box set. I love this author’s writing style, I get completely invested in the characters’ story and their outcome. This series is definitely one that you can binge read. I highly recommend this series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Candida Hopperhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCandida Hopper2024-03-24 18:23:152024-03-26 11:18:01The Complete Echo Series: A Heartfelt Romance Collection (The Echo Series) by C.R. Alam – Review by Candida Hopper
These were the people to “hang “ with fictional friends that become fictional family ❣️
1 ECHOING HEARTS
Rae does her friend a favour and does an interview with a home designer , thing is when she gets there said home owner is there and he’s not very welcoming to say the least but for the sake of his sister Kay he “tolerates” his house guest for the weekend and it pays off well for Kay and him in the long run …, the very long and beautiful run …😉
Dean is a delicious and delectable speciMAN but a little jaded after being left at the altar and he’s met his match with Rae though and she gives as good as she gets and the 2 of them had me in stitches in the beginning with their banter …
Rae didn’t have the best childhood and after her mum dies her grandparents raised her so after they passed on she essentially had no family so her friends are her family and she’s especially close to Brandon and has even travelled with him and his band I really felt I could identify with Rae on a few things like the loss of her mother and her thoughts on friends being family and the fact that a man and a woman can be friends without romantic attachments ….
Dean and Rae are good together and Rae has a big heart , Dean needs to sort his “demons” Pune gore he looses the best thing that came into his life and he can thank his lucky stars for a friend like Chris and Brandon that’s so gracious and becomes a friend …..
The people working for Dean may be old but they’re wise and I just love his driver and wanted to hug him he’s a real sweetheart 🥰 all in all he had a loving tribe and his family is warm and loving and they adore Rae and they’re just what she needs ❣️I fell in love with Rae and Dean and yes I wanted to shake him a little but he does come to his sense and they have their HEA but I want to see Brandon get his HEA…… looking for to His Forever Muse
2 HIS FOREVER MUSE
My nerves are shattered as Calliope is escaping her prison , my heart aches for her but at the same time it soars because she is so brave and determined ! The man she was involved with was a monster but he is also a man that comes from a very powerful family , this isn’t going to be an easy battle for her ……
So we catch up with Rae who is being rushed to hospital to have her baby and her bestie Brandon is on hand to get her to the hospital , her husband Dean is on his way to meet them and again I feel my heart beating faster because the precious bundle is coming to early but she’s in good hands ….
Brandon is not only a talented musician it a gifted artist and he’s already had his first exhibition which was rather successful and after a crazy work tour he takes a breather and starts touring and it’s in Morocco where he meets up with his “ muse” his forever love , his best friend and band members sister Calliope aka Callie and as youngsters they were tight and feelings were there but never talked about it acted on , their paths parted but what a beautiful reunion in Morocco and then Paris , hand on my heart ❣️
Brandon and Callie are just poetry in motion and there were moments we here my heart stopped with fear thanks to man that won’t be mentioned ( he deserves no airtime) but it also soared because of Popo with her delicious meals and warm heart , you just want to sit around her table , hug her , eat her food and talk your heart out with her . Then there’s Callies tribe , her Amazonian warriors ❣️Genevieve, Anais and Madeleine that protects her so fiercely but love just as hard and let’s not forget the precious little Eleanor aka Ella ❣️all these people just climbed into my heart and made me part of their family !
Loved Every Minute Reading
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3. UNEXPECTED ENTANGLEMENT
Again I just got lost in the cover art ❣️love the dedication ❣️📚
So now we’re all friends or rather family it really felt good to be amongst my people again 🫶🏼 knowing Rae and her history I was curious to hear how the other family lived…
I can only imagine the shock Rowan must’ve had first of loosing her father and then his dying words and wish 🥲so Rae can’t meet up with her family but Chris goes on her behalf and he has alterior motives and none are sinister but the man has his own issues and he’s protective of his friend , bless his heart …..
So Chris and Rowan didn’t get off to a good start but soon enough they’re working as a team to arrange the wedding , promote the inn , get the community on board oh and find out who is trying to sabotage them around every corner …. I know such excitement !
Kieran is a good soul and a protective brother but his heart is in the right place and I just fell in love with his nature 😉
Alit of people saw Chris as a threat which in turn put Rowan in a difficult position so out of pure desperation she makes a rash decision that puts both her in Chris in the limelight but man what sun it was to watch these two , they’re so different yet so similar , a perfect match I must say 🥰😉
Gibbs worked on my last nerve but again you can’t fault the old guy , his heart is in right place he’s just not always good at showing it and more often than not comes across as a real gruff and grumpy old man , please be patient with him and his show him love , I know these people have become part of me so I just want others to love them like I do 😘
This is a story of love , redemption, regret, forgiveness, remorse , hope and so much more but it’s also laced with anger , jealousy and vengeance. I was kept on my toes , I laughed , cried , held my breath and cheered friends on and I’ve a new found respect for cats 🐾🤣, just saying !
4. DANGEROUS RHYTHM
Having read the previous 3 books I knew I was in for a treat but this one was like a good red wine it only gets better with time 😉❣️📚
Loving the cover art and it really captures the characters natures , Cutis looks nerdy and with his rockstar persona you’d expect a certain arrogance but I tell you what , just watch him with kids and your knees will turn to jelly and the cover captures that perfect and as for Lina is captures her seriousness 😉so yes in this instance you can judge a book by its cover ❣️📚😉
So Curtis and his band are on your and Lina Is part of the protection detail , things get little more than tense when they’re witness to a lethal stabbing and now the mafia is after him and Lina is now full on protector and the hunt is on , the hunt for blood and the hunt for love , I know it sounds weird but read it and you’ll see where I’m coming from 🥰😉
Lina is very serious and Curtis is a lot more laid back and they bring out the best in each other I think , like yin and Yang ☯️ and I loved watching them find each other in between the twists , suspense and tension of their quest to stay safe . I enjoyed going with them to so many different places and sampling different cuisine 😉🤣it really was just a brilliant read from start to finish !
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Heidihttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHeidi2024-03-23 04:15:192024-03-26 11:00:35The Complete Echo Series: A Heartfelt Romance Collection (The Echo Series) by C.R. Alam – Review by Heidi Sturgess
I had read some of these books previously and thoroughly enjoyed them so jumped at the chance to read all of them in one collection. I loved each and every one of these books and all of them for different reasons. There were some common themes across all of them though – great writing, fantastic characters and brilliant storylines. This author is one I have only become recently familiar with but I am enjoying what I have read so far. Although this is a collection of books, I read through them all so quickly because I couldn’t put them down. I wanted to see how things would play out and I went from one book to the next with ease. This is a brilliant collection and I enjoyed it from start to finish.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2024-03-22 16:42:552024-03-26 11:13:12The Complete Echo Series: A Heartfelt Romance Collection (The Echo Series) by C.R. Alam – Review by Kerry Baker
Echoing Hearts This was such a beautifully written story, I really did enjoy it. The characters were well written and were likeable. Dean and Rae were both great characters to read about, their first encounter actually made me chuckle – Dean was not impressed but there was so clearly an instant attraction between them. They both had past issues that was preventing them both from even contemplating a relationship but I was desperately rooting for them both the whole way through the book. I think Rae was definitely my favourite character, she had such a wonderful personality and was so full of confidence and independence – I just loved her!
His Forever Muse This was such a wonderful story. I fell in love with the characters pretty much straight away. The way the author write from in both the past and present made me feel like a really did know that characters and the journey of their relationship. I think it was pretty clear from the moment that they reunited that there was this amazing chemistry and connection. The author did really with the handling of some of the sensitive topics in the story. She wrote them well and there is a trigger warning from her. Brandon was a really lovely character and I loved how protective he was of Callie. Callie is one of those characters who you just instantly take to, she has overcome so much in her past, she had such strength and resilience and I could tell how much she wanted Brandon but was really struggling to let go and move on with her life.
Dangerous Rhythm Yes!! I loved this story so, so much! I loved the characters, the plot, everything really! Curtis was exactly as I wanted to be, however with what he witnessed we begin to see a little bit of vulnerability creep in. How amazing was Lina! She is my favourite character! She’s fierce, independent and just an all-round amazing woman!! The connection that these two had was great and I loved the chemistry between the two of them. With a few twists and turns in the story along with amazing characters this story kept me engaged from beginning to end and I would 100% recommend it!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Katie Matthewshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKatie Matthews2024-03-22 14:44:122024-03-26 11:13:00The Complete Echo Series: A Heartfelt Romance Collection (The Echo Series) by C.R. Alam – Review by Katie Matthews
This is a great collection of books that make up The Echo Series. Here is my review of each book
Book 1-Echoing Hearts This is a beautiful slow burn romance. I love the author’s writing style and how the characters were really brought to life. The author has a way of writing that has you captivated by the characters and willing them to get their happy ever after. Even when that seems so unlikely. This story had me captivated from the first page and I wasn’t able to put it down. Rae is dead set against the idea of love. She can’t see herself falling in love and isn’t looking for it. So when she meets Dean she is taken completely by surprise when the feelings she gets aren’t entirely neutral. Dean has had heart ache in the past when his ex partner left him at the aisle. Since then he has sworn against love. Never wanting to let anyone get close enough to hurt him again. When they meet the circumstances aren’t ideal. Rae is meant to do a segment in a magazine about Dean’s house and he’s not supposed to be there. As Dean and Rae realise they are stuck with each other for the weekend their attractions grows. Things aren’t going to be straight forward however and when Rae’s room-mate and famous rock star comes into the picture the jealously is there for everyone to see. Can Rae and Dean see through all the rubbish and be together? Can they both let go of their pasts and embrace the love that is waiting for them if they are only brave enough to take the risk? It was a beautiful story to watch unfold and their passion and pain is felt in every page and decision they make along the way
Book 2- His Forever Muse This is such an emotional friends to lovers romance. This is the second book in The Echo Series however it can be read as a standalone and still be enjoyed. I love this author’s writing. There are sensitive issues such as domestic violence in this story and the author handles it in a way that isn’t too graphic but gives the reader just enough information to get a feel of what it is like to be in a relationship like that. Brandon Rossi is a talented musician and artist but just recently he’s lost his mojo. There is something missing from his life but he doesn’t know what that is until he meets Calliope. Calliope is a art gallerist. After the trauma from her past relationship which left her a broken person she had managed to rebuild herself and her life. She puts on a front of being a happy complete person but that isn’t the case. She is still broken inside and feels she will never be complete until her path crosses with Brandon again. Their connection hasn’t go away even after all these years and this could be their chance to finally give their love a chance. But things aren’t that simple and when Calliope’s abusive ex returns it could mean the end of their budding romance. This is a heartbreaking and moving story about second chance love and overcoming all odds to find their happy ever after but would is Brandon strong enough to protect her and safe her from her past and the demons that still lurk?
Book 3- Unexpected Entanglement This is the 3rd book in The Echo Series. I highly recommend reading the books in order so you get a better feel for the characters as previous characters show up in this story. However it could be read as a standalone because it mainly focuses on the two main characters Chris and Rowan. This story has a mixture of everything. The romance is a slow burn as circumstances mean that Chris and Rowan have to pretend to be a couple. So what happens when faking being in love actually turns into the real thing? This is something neither of them expected to happen or were looking for. All Chris had to do was help Rowan pull off her cousins wedding, but as attraction sizzled between them and strange things started happening he knew there was no way he could walk away from her. As a reader you can’t help but fall in love with the characters which just goes to show how much love and character the author puts into them. They are more than just words on a page you can imagine them as living breathing beings and you feel every emotion they go through. I really enjoyed this emotional heartfelt story.
Book 4- Dangerous Rhythm This is the 4th book in The Echo Series. Each book can be read as a standalone as they focus on different couples however I have a feeling once you read one you will want to read them all. What I love about this story is that it is the female lead who is the bodyguard/protector which is a nice twist as normally its the male. These books are full of danger, chemistry and great characters. Curtis is a famous rockstar. He has everything he could wish for in life but he feels something is missing. When he witnesses a crime he is forced to go into hiding with a bodyguard for protection. That body guard is Lina. They met years before when Lina was his bodyguard and Curtis left a lasting impression. Now their paths cross again as Lina now has to protect him from the Mafia and a woman who wants Curtis. Not for his fame or his body but she wants his head. Can Lina keep her emotions and desires in check long enough to keep Curtis safe? When Curtis realises that Lina is what he’s been missing in his life can he convince her that sometimes duty can take a back seat to following your heart. This is a fast paced romance filled with steamy chemistry and danger around every corner.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Carrhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Carr2024-03-21 13:11:322024-03-26 10:49:53The Complete Echo Series: A Heartfelt Romance Collection (The Echo Series) by C.R. Alam – Review by Kerry Carr
I love a box set because it means I can ‘binge read’ the whole series without having to wait impatiently for the next book to be released. This is an enjoyable and engaging series of standalone stories featuring a different couple and their journey to love.
‘Echoing Hearts’, is Dean and Rae’s enemies to lovers romance which kept me happily turning the pages. Although fate keeps pulling the couple together, distrust, jealousy and doubt all play a part in whether they trust in love or not. I found the chemistry between Rae and Dean sizzled off the page, but I also liked the slow burn romance between them.
In ‘His Forever Muse’, Brandon and Calliope are childhood friends who become adult lovers in this heartwarming and at times heartbreaking story. It’s been fifteen years since the pair have seen each other but their connection is just as strong in this second chance romance. The story does deal with some domestic violence themes, however these are dealt with sensitively and do give a backstory to the characters situation.
Chris and Rowan start of as fake fiancé’s in, ‘Unexpected Entanglement,’ when Chris comes to Rowan’s rescue, to help her organise a beautiful wedding at her family’s inn for her cousin. This is a heartwarming romantic story with plenty of suspense, making it a real page turner.
‘Dangerous Rhythm’, is Curtis and Lina’s whirlwind adventure romance. Curtis is a rockstar in hiding and it’s Lina’s job to keep him safe. The chemistry between Lina and Curtis really came across in the narrative and I loved how their relationship developed throughout the story. The storyline had me hooked from page one and the action packed plot kept me gripped.
I was taken on an emotional rollercoaster whilst reading this collection of contemporary romances, which I definitely recommend.
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I absolutely loved this series! This four book box set is a must.
The first book of the series is a great starter book, Echoing Hearts. Rae and Dean both have a past that they have to leave behind in order to fully be together. Rae is an all business kind of girl and holds a pretty high standard when it comes to guys. Dean is doing everything possible to get the girl. He is mesmerized by Rae. I can’t wait to read book two.
The second book was just as amazing as the first, His Forever Muse. One of the smaller characters from the last book is the main character in this book, Brandon. He is in a band but he also loves drawing. Callie is a girl that he has known forever. He has always been there for her, whenever she needed someone to lean on. Callie has this ex that could get between her and Brandon.
The greatness just continues in book three, Unexpected Entanglement. Rowan’s family owns and Inn. She is trying to prove to them that she can successfully run it. Tragedy strikes but Rowan is trying not to let that stop her running the Inn. Chris shows up, on his planned vacation and break from work. He owns hotel. He meets Rowan and wants to help her out. At first Rowan is reluctant for his help, but once she lets him in she learns so much. Will they be able to work through their feelings an be together?
Dangerous Rhythem, the last book in this box set. Just like the other three, this story was just as fantastic as the others. In this story, I really liked that the roles were reversed. Curtis plays guitar in a band. When he has a night off and goes out he witnesses a crime. Now Curtis and his family are in severe danger. Lina is a bodyguard. She is hired to keep Curtis safe. Will she be able to keep him safe or will this job be too much?
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This series overall…WHOA! Get you a rainy day, a cozy blanket and a nice chair, with a cup of coffee, tea, or whiskey…whatever your preference 😉 and BINGE THIS SERIES NOW! I could not put these books down. Was each book a 5-star? No, but overall this series has it all…amazing plot lines, fantastic character development, and enough sparks to set a substantial flame. All four of these stories are standalones (but why read just one?) and they are contemporary romances but each book has it’s own unique storyline and characters. Echoing Hearts is the enemies-to-lovers type possible love triangle story of Dean and Rae who just can’t seem to get away from one another. Alam takes her readers on an emotional rollercoaster in this story and quite a few times you really just want to smack the characters upside the head. His Forever Muse is the kind of starry-eyed, breathy sigh story of Brandon and Calliope who’ve known each other since childhood…and perhaps have already tried to have a go at this thing called love. This would be your second-chance, friends-to-lovers romance. Unexpected Entanglement was my favorite out of the series. I love the fake dating and forced proximity trope and this one had both. Rowan and Chris are forced together to plan a wedding in two weeks…but sparks start flying. I really love the depth of this story and Alam just roped my in with this one. Definitely had my staying up way past my bed time to read “just one more chapter.” The final book in the series is Dangerous Rhythm and it’s your typical rockstar/bodyguard trope…with a twist…but I’m not gonna tell you what it is! This is Curtis and Lina’s story and it is filled with action, drama, danger, suspense, passion, and so much more. C. R. Alam has really outdone herself with The Echo Series. It’s definitely a series you are going to want to add to your collection and set aside some time to binge because once you start, you won’t be able to stop.
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This is one of the best romantic suspense sets you can get in a box. The Echo series is a fast-paced suspense series that has romance, drama, and usually that second chance you are looking for. Each book has different story yet they are tied together. The women in the stories are strong yet still know that they want the men in their lives. Who wouldn’t need hot, hunky, strong, book boyfriends to rescue them? These men will make your glasses fog and give your sweet dreams. These are wonderful stories that I couldn’t recommend highly enough. Hit that one=click. You won’t be disappointed.
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This is an amazing series. Let start off by saying that I am a sucker for box sets. I love being able to go from book to book without a break or even having to search for them. This story has an amazingly well described setting that you can visualize yourself there. That is just the tip of the iceberg. The characters in this series makes you want to be their friends and to hang out with them on weekends. You will find yourself absorbed into their relationship with each other and the other characters. I even found myself trying to figure to who out of my friends is like the characters in the book. The love stories in each book are endearing in their own unique ways. Each book revolves around different couples but the characters are intertwined that you feel as if you’re reading one incredibly long book. This was a quick read even though it was multiple books. I found myself being drawn from one couple to next while seeing snipers of the other characters. I highly suggest reading this series if you love romance, amazing couples, wonderful meet cutes, and incredibly deep connections. I will find myself back in this series to enjoy these characters in the future because it is just that good, that re-reading it is must. Reviewed by: @bbohls View all my reviews
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A great series that will keep you up reading to see what comes next. Love that it’s now a box set since you get all 4 books at once.
Echoing Hearts introduces us to Amy and Dean who at first seem to not get along but soon find themselves unable to let each other go.
His Forever Muse is about Brandon and Callie and a childhood crush they had for each other. Connecting again as adults brings some drama that shows how strong a character Callie is.
Unexpected Entanglement introduces us to Rowan and Chris. Rowan is a hard working woman trying to restore her family’s Inn. This was my favorite story of the series.
Dangerous Rhythm brings Curtis and Lina together. Curtis witnesses a crime and find himself in trouble. Lina is brought in to keep Curtis safe. They soon find that getting out of New York isn’t enough and flee around the world.
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The Complete Echo Series : A Heartfelt Romance Collection (The Echo Series)
Echoing Hearts (The Echo Series Book 1)
I think I’m in love. Dean and Rae spoke to me, especially Rae. I felt every ounce of her pain as I read about her family and how her friends became the family she needed and deserved.
Where Rae’s young life was difficult, Dean’s was pretty ideal and reminded me of my husband’s family. Parents were present and an important part of the kids life. But he too has been hurt.
His Forever Muse (The Echo Series Book 2)
I had absolutely no doubt I was going to love this book as soon as I finished the first book. Brandon was a mystery to me and I wanted, no needed, the answers to my questions.
Callie has so much strength even if she didn’t realize it. She was able to escape a Mother who was never satisfied and constantly overbearing and start a life of her own in college and then in Paris.
Unexpected Entanglement (The Echo Series Book 3)
I’m having a hard time coming up with the words to adequately describe my feelings on this book aside from I loved it.
Rowan and Chris worked so well together and the sparks between them flew almost instantly and it only got hotter as they spent more time together.
Once again there is some suspense with all of the weird stuff happening, some laugh out loud moments especially when Alex was around and then there were some incredibly hot moments like the massage…..
Dangerous Rhythm: A Reverse Protector Romance (The Echo Series Book 4)
This book has no casual build up the excitement starts at the beginning of chapter one and doesn’t end until the book does.
Curtis and Lina were just perfect for one another and glad they finally figured it out. I wish their story could have been a little less dangerous but then again I really wouldn’t have changed anything.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Robin Rankinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRobin Rankin2024-03-17 19:55:112024-03-26 09:25:15The Complete Echo Series: A Heartfelt Romance Collection (The Echo Series) by C.R. Alam – Review by Robin Rankin
C.R. Alam is one of my all-time favorite romance writers I have ever come across, her books are so entertaining and will have you excited to pick up the next book as soon as you can. She is a master at her trade with words, and drawing a picture you can see in your mind as you follow along with each new character’s tale of romance.
Echoing Hearts: This book was absolutely one of the best romance novels I have ever read! The development of the characters was amazing, I felt like I was watching a movie as the storyline played out, it was so real. Right from the beginning when we step into the life of Dean Rowland, an extravagantly rich gentleman about to say “I do” to the mysterious Leighton, I feel that he had to be our main character. Then the transition into the life of Rae Allen, the wandering free spirit of a woman, hanging out with her rock band friends and reading an article about Dean Rowland’s runaway bride. I knew right there that at some point this would be our leading lady, but boy I had no clue what kind of a rollercoaster ride we would be on with these two. I could not put his book down from the second that I picked it up, I’m a romantic and I wanted to see Dean and Ray find their happier ever after, whether it be with them, or with Leighton and Brandon, the illustrious rock star who believed everyone deserved their soul mates.
His Forever Muse: C. R. Alam’s book His Forever Muse, The Echo Series Book #2 continues the story of Brandon and unfolds the mystery behind the one that stole his heart, which was hinted at in Book #1. I love that this book opens with Rae and Dean having their first child Maya and the fact that Brandon got to be there with Rae when she needed him most. Watching their happiness, Brandon is reminded that something is missing in his life, and this leads him to travel around the world searching for what he is missing. What a coincidence that he runs into Callie (Curtis’s big sister, whom Brandon hasn’t seen in 15 years) while he is visiting Chris at his resort in Morrocco. Will Brandon be able to reconnect with his long-lost love, or will her haunted past pull her away from her past love? What is she hiding from Brandon, and her family, that caused her to go quiet for all these years? If you are a fan of The Echo Series, this is a must-read that jumps right in with the drama, the romance, and the amazingly developed characters that we have grown to know and love as well as some new ones that we get to meet.
Unexpected Entanglement: C. R. Alam has done it once again! True to her nature she has written another steamy, romance novel that follows in The Echo Series. Not only was I excitedly awaiting this newest tale in the series to come out I was so ecstatic to find out it was finally going to find a love interest for the fun-loving Chris Sullens, hotel mogul extraordinaire. I have loved his character since he was introduced in the first Echo Series book when he helped to bring our original love birds together. You will love the fire that burns between Chris Sullens and Rowan Kelly as they fight their obvious attraction to one another and try not to make a bigger mess out of Rowan’s crumbling inn. Of course, when Rowan has Christ step in to play the role of her loving fiancé will the fireworks go off, or will the two kill each other first? Read on to see what ensues…
Dangerous Rhythm: This story was absolutely amazing, I loved the twist involving the mob in this book. It made it so exciting to read, plus what a great way to get to meet new characters. Meeting Curtis and Lina’s families and seeing their family traditions was a genius move to help bring these two characters together even more. I loved the descriptions of the different countries that this book takes place in, it was so beautiful to feel a part of the New Year celebration, and oh my all the food descriptions made my mouth water! The Echo Series has been one of my favorite series to read in 2023, I cannot wait to read the next series that C. R. Alam. She has an amazing talent for writing books that draw you into the storyline and keep you on the edge of your seat waiting for the next book to continue delving into the characters’ lives. You just get so invested in each of the characters’ stories, but the author continues to build upon the past character’s lives, allowing you to continue to learn about their continuing celebrations in their happily ever after. I look forward to the new series coming out in 2024! @Brandy Rymer 03/2024
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Brandy Jo Rymerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBrandy Jo Rymer2024-03-16 23:34:062024-03-26 09:26:35The Complete Echo Series: A Heartfelt Romance Collection (The Echo Series) by C.R. Alam – Review by Brandy Rymer
Echoing Hearts is the first book in The Echo Series by C. R. Alam. Rae Allen is a woman who has vowed never to fall in love after watching her mother deteriorate after having her heart broken. Dean Rowland has sworn off women after being left at the altar by his fiancee. When the two inevitably meet, sparks fly. This was a very well-written story. The characters are real and relatable. The chemistry between Rae and Dean is amazing. I enjoyed watching them build and navigate their relationship. I highly recommend this book.
His Forever Muse is book two of The Echo Series by C. R. Alam. Brandon and Calliope have known each other since they were young and reconnected after many years. Calliope is trying to rebuild her life but her past keeps coming back to haunt her. I enjoyed the story of Brandon and Calliope. I loved Brandon as Rae’s best friend from Book 1. He and Calliope are awesome together. Their chemistry is nice and steamy. They are really enjoyable together. Once again the characters are relatable and well-written. The plot is well-paced and keeps you hooked. Another great book.
This is another sizzling romance story! Unexpected Entanglement is the third book in The Echo Series by C. R. Alam. Chris Sullens and Rowen Kelly are a really fun and steamy couple. Chris is a handsome and wealthy hotelier who finds himself entangled in a fake romance with sassy, beautiful Rowena who now runs the family inn. These two were so great together. I loved the witty banter and the passion between these two. Another plot that has you on the edge of your seat. Although I’ve enjoyed all the books in this series, this one was my favorite!
Dangerous Rhythm by C. R. Alam is a romance with a reverse protector angle. Lina Cheung has to protect Curtis Bissett from someone who wants him dead. The only problem is that Curtis is someone that she cannot get past. They have a history and now she has to try to put that aside to keep him safe. I am an old-fashioned girl but I enjoyed this story’s reverse roles. I enjoyed how both characters are written. The plot is not new but refreshing in the way it is presented. This is an invigorating and entertaining read.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00La Toya Lewishttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLa Toya Lewis2024-03-16 16:42:242024-03-26 09:21:37The Complete Echo Series: A Heartfelt Romance Collection (The Echo Series) by C.R. Alam – Review by La Toya Lewis
Every book in this set is amazing ! The love stories , relationships , & characters are all so unique . That ability in itself is incredible . These are sweet , swoony , genuine love stories . The intertwining of them together is so artfully & wonderfully done , you never feel like you’re missing something while being hooked to read everyone else’s story . Romance is abundant & healthy , deep connections are showcased beautifully . C.R. Alam has created a wonderful world that I happily visit every chance I get !
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lalihttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLali2024-03-15 21:28:492024-03-26 09:23:25The Complete Echo Series: A Heartfelt Romance Collection (The Echo Series) by C.R. Alam – Review by LaliLovely
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/205837428-the-complete-echo-series” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”The Complete Echo Series (Echo #1-4)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1706037377l/205837428._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/205837428-the-complete-echo-series”>The Complete Echo Series</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/18542723.C_R_Alam”>C.R. Alam</a><br/> My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6347158119″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br /> Lina is retired military, but does private security. She ends up being a body guard for Canis Major. When Curtis the lead of the band runs into trouble with the mafia, he needs help from Lina. Lina and Curtis have known each other for sometime since she has worked with the band before. Lina and Curtis end up having to go on the run from the mafia, but they can’t keep their crush from each other anymore. This was another great read!! It was super fast paced and enjoyable from the start! <br/><br/> <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/6813301-tori”>View all my reviews</a>
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This is a fantastic complete set of the Echo Series by C.R. Alam and I loved every book. If you love romance with twists and turns and raw emotion I definitely recommend this series. I love this series and I highly recommend reading the books in order as other characters in the previous books are included.
Echoing Hearts – Book 1 5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Wonderful second chance slow burn romance as this is a new author to me and I am looking foward to more!!
Rae Allen and Dean Rowland meet by chance, as Rae is working on a article for a Homes magazine all about Dean’s beautiful home in they eyes of Dean’s sister Kat. There is some tension at first, Dean is a bit stand offish and rude, Rae is all about business as she is a known blogger and journalist with her many adventures all across the globe. Sparks fly between Rae and Dean and months later, Dean is trying to persuade Rae to more….getting to know each other..Dean’s totally intrigued by Rae as she is no holds bar like the other women in Dean’s past. What needs to happen is also letting the past go in order for Rae and Dean to move forward. Will the past come back and haunt Dean before he can move on and fall in love?
Betrayal, love, banter, jealousy and mistrust play into this story and it was hard to put down. I loved Dean and Rae as they try and navigate their feelings while trying not to get their heart broken as well.
His Forever Muse – Book 2 5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Wow! Fantastic Read. At first, I was not sure how I felt about Brandon from Book 1 then continuing to his story in Book 2..but I can say now that after reading this story…. I love his character so much.
This story is of Brandon and Callie….they knew each other since childhood always together with Callie’s brother, Curtis. Growing up, things get complex…..Callie’s parents are hard on her always expecting the best, Brandon always there to support Callie when she needs him the most. Time separates Callie and Brandon…but many years later they reconnect in Morocco.
Brandon is in a successful band, but also loves being artist and drawing in his heart. Callie works for an Art Gallery strives to work hard to prove she is not weak. Callie has gone down from the ashes of being beaten down verbally, emotionally, mentally and physically by a powerful man to rise up and being a strong, independent woman. Callie shares her story to Brandon……all Brandon wants to do is be there for her. Will Callie’s powerful ex get between Callie and Brandon?
This story is fantastic…romance, danger, family, intrigue and some twists I did not see coming and second chances.
Unexpected Entanglement – Book 3 5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
I would have to say this while I loved all the books this would be my favorite story. I loved Chris and Rowan. Spark, sizzle, fake relationship with banter, secrets, suspicion, drama, unexplained “accidents” and healing.
Chris Sullens, planned a vacation spot in Vinalhaven and a bit away from work as a successful hotel owner…but upon coming onto the island, he meets a fiery, Rowan Kelley. Chris’ plans also including to help out Rowan and her brother Kieran with their Inn, especially coming from experience….but this help at first comes with much questions and push-back.
Rowan wants to prove she can run her family owned Inn successfully…she is so determined. Things change unexpectedly with a loss, but it does not deter Rowan to fulfilling her family legacy and keep the Inn going. When Chris Sullens shows up to help, with at first hesitation, she ends up learning so much more. Rowan is determined more than ever to have the best wedding for her friend at the Inn…but when strange things start happening at the Inn…..will Rowan be able to have the wedding that she planned for her cousin be successful while working with Chris as they also navigate their feelings?
This is such a fantastic read, I highly recommend! This story gave me all the feels as I devoured each page.
Dangerous Rhythm – Book 4 5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
I loved every page of Lina and Curtis’ story. The romance, suspense, on the run danger with a few twists and turns made this book hard to put down….and I really loved the reverse in roles as Curtis is a rock star and Lina is a hired bodyguard.
Curtis Bisset is lead guitar player for the band Canis Major…..out on the town for a night just to get away, Curtis does not expect to be witness to a deadly crime. This causes imminent danger to his family and also to himself….someone wants him to pay. Lina Cheung works for private security team and was tasked to keep Curtis safe at all costs. When threats to Curtis and his family run high… this take them on a multi country journey to stay ahead of the threat. Will Lina be able to keep Curtis safe or will blood be shed…..
Definitely read and find out. This story was fast paced and really took me on a journey.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lorralei Hoernerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLorralei Hoerner2024-03-15 15:11:442024-03-26 09:17:40The Complete Echo Series: A Heartfelt Romance Collection (The Echo Series) by C.R. Alam – Review by Lorralei Hoerner
Rae is a travel blogger who track her travels on her social media, and occasionally freelances for her former employer, a travel magazine. Doing one of her freelance articles is what brings her to a home in Georgia where she meets a man who seems surly and unhappy with her presence. She assumes he is the husband of the owner of the home, who doesn’t appear to be present. When she realizes that Dean is actually the owner of the home…and not his sister, who was the architect of the home, she is forced to spend a weekend mostly alone with him in order to finish her article. The two initially mix like oil and water, but manage to survive their weekend together, and then don’t see each other for several months after. When they connect again in New York City, where they are both living, sparks fly, until Dean becomes jealous of Rae’s relationship with her best friend, Brandon, and has to figure out how to fix things, if he even can. This book is a great opening to this series, with amazing characters that you want to see find their happily-ever-after. This book can be read as a stand-alone, but once you fall into this world, I doubt you will want to leave it!
His Forever Muse
First, let me say, while Calliope, or Callie as she’s most often called, is one of the strongest heroines I’ve read about, there are multiple conversations in this book that may be triggering for some people, as Callie has had the unfortunate experience of being in a relationship with an abusive, controlling, and manipulative person who is aided and abetted by his family along the way. While the book does NOT go into graphic detail or show most of the incidents, these conversations can still be triggering for some people, so please, PLEASE take your own mental health into consideration before reading this book. That being said, this book was well worth the read. Callie Chen-Bisset goes through a lot, both within the confines of a romantic relationship, but also with her own family before that, and comes out stronger on the other side. She is abused mentally and physically, and comes out wanting to help others who have also been victimized by not just the same person, but others as well. Her main goal in that is to protect her daughter from the father who only wants her to try and gain the upper hand on controlling Callie. In the middle of all of this, she rediscovers a lost love from her youth unexpectedly. Brandon Rossi, was friends with Callie and her brother Curtis when they were all kids and teenagers until Curtis interferes due to his own jealousy, causing Brandon and Callie to not speak for fifteen years. When they meet again while Brandon is on a trip to try and find himself, and Callie is working with a client for her art business, they instantly feel the old attraction return. Brandon travels next to Paris where Callie lives and they begin a relationship while also trying to fight for custody of Callie’s daughter Eleanor, to protect her from her abusive father who only wants her to try and get Callie back so he can control her once again.
Unexpected Entanglement
This is another excellent addition to this series, that can be read as a stand alone, but I doubt that you will want to once you get started. When Rowan and her brother Kieran lose their father and learn of a half-sister all at the same time, they are not sure what to think or do. Rowan and her father were working on restoring their family inn, located in Vinalhaven, Maine, to its former glory, when her dad unexpectedly has a heart attack and passes away, leaving Rowan with a final message to find her sister, Rae. As Rowan and Kieran try to finish the work they had already started on the inn, as well as the farm attached to the inn, they try to find Rae, as the three siblings have been given the property to run together, and they all three have to be a part of it. Rae, however, is unable or unwilling to just suddenly become a part of what is going on, so her friend Chris decides to go check things out for her first. Rae is a well known travel blogger and her husband is part of a popular band, and they are worried that the siblings only want to find them for their investment abilities. Chris Sullens shows up without warning, but does explain to the siblings why he is there. Chris’ family owns a large, well known hotel chain, and Chris, himself, owns and runs a smaller hotel chain of destination based hotels. Chris is able to help Rowan to formulate more ideas of how to help her family’s inn come back, while getting it back up and running for a family wedding. When the pair unexpectedly find themselves to be fake engaged, in an effort to ward of unwanted advances of a suitor for Rowan and unwanted criticism from town elders who think they have the right to run the island and view it as theirs to control, the pair discover that they are good together – in more ways than one.
Dangerous Rhythm
When Curtis sees a murder outside of a nightclub, and calls 911, he is drug into a world of gangs and freud’s he can’t possibly see coming. The victim and the assailant are parts of rival gangs, and when the murderer is killed in prison, Curtis suddenly finds himself on the wrong end of a grieving mother with a vendetta. Lina is a former service member who is now a partner in a private security firm, and has been tasked with keeping Curtis and his fellow Canis Major band mates safe from crazed fans and non-fans alike. This time, Lina is tasked with keeping Curtis safe from this new threat. While moving around and trying to stay safe, Lina and Curtis realize that there is something far more between them. This book can be read as a stand-alone, but once you start with this group of friends, I doubt you will want to leave them.
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The Complete Echo Series Boxset by C.R. Alam contains the complete Echo series in one fantastic collection- allowing for a great bingeworthy reading session. The Boxset contains:
Echoing Hearts (Book #1) 3.5 Stars
Echoing Hearts is the first book in The Echo series by C.R. Alam. This was the first book that I have read by this author, so I really didn’t know what to expect from one of her stories. But the Title and cover intrigued me, as did the promise of a bit of an angsty read- so, I snapped up a copy and dove right in. And I am so glad I did as I discovered an interesting contemporary romance with an enemies to lovers/love triangle element, with plenty of drama, angst, emotion, chemistry, family, friendship, jealousy, doubt, and finding love unexpectedly. The enemies to lovers/love triangle element definitely added an extra element of interest to the story. I did enjoy the story for the most part. It was a little slow to get going and did lag a little in places, but the chemistry between the characters, and emotion of the story, kept me turning the pages.
His Forever Muse (Book #2) 4.5 Stars
His Forever Muse is the second book in The Echo series by C.R. Alam. This is a captivating second-chance contemporary romance- a friends to lovers rockstar romance with a best friend’s sister element threaded through. Brandon is the front man for rock band ‘Canis Major’. His whole life revolves around his creativity and artistic expression- music, art, and tattoos. So when he loses his inspiration and his creativity begins to suffer, Brandon’s quest is to find something, well anything really, that will reignite his creative passion. This is where he encounters a blast from the past, in the form of Calliope Chen-Bisset…. will she become “His Forever Muse”? This is well worth the read to find out…. There’s plenty of emotion, chemistry, friendship, and overcoming past pain to take a chance on love.
Unexpected Entanglements (Book #3) 4 Stars
Unexpected Entanglements is the third book in The Echo series by C.R. Alam. This is another contemporary romance with a fake relationship element, an unexpected entanglement, chemistry, sizzle, emotion, angst, love, loss, grief, a little drama, danger, finding love unexpectedly, fate, banter, and more. Chris Sullens is about to have his world turned upside down when he not only finds himself offering to help plan a wedding out of the blue, he also can’t deny the connection that simmers between the stunning innkeeper/wedding planner and himself. But things take a very interesting turn when he then agrees to play her (fake) fiancé. So, get set as the sparks fly, chemistry sizzles, and things start to go awry. What happens definitely makes for an engrossing read.
Dangerous Rhythm (Book #4) 4.5 Stars
Dangerous Rhythm is the fourth book in The Echo series by C.R. Alam. I have really been enjoying this series, each book capturing my attention as the series just seems to be getting better and better with each new instalment. And this one is definitely my favourite of the series, so far. This story had me invested right from the get-go. Who doesn’t love a Rockstar/bodyguard romance. Well, this takes that and gives it a twist- as he’s the rockstar and she’s the bodyguard. Yeah, that got my attention too. When he witnesses a crime that puts him in the crosshairs of a psycho mob boss, thing take a dangerous turn. Her job is to make sure he stays safe. But as they are forced to flee, things heat up in more ways than one. What happens you may wonder. Well, this is definitely worth the read to find out.
As you can see there’s plenty here to keep you engrossed. Each book in the series focuses on its own ‘couple’, so they can be read as standalones if you wanted. But the stories have all, so far, revolved around the band, Canis Major, and/or their friends and family- in some way…… which gives plenty of captivating content to keep you flipping the pages, as well as providing additional details and storylines- which help to build depth, as well as paint a bigger picture’…… so this Box Set is the perfect way to indulge. Four books for the price of one. #winning If you love romance, rockstars, family, friendship, emotion, struggles, angst, some danger, intrigue, and plenty of sizzle- then this is definitely the series for you. Happy Reading…
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2024-03-14 23:30:152024-03-26 09:18:57The Complete Echo Series: A Heartfelt Romance Collection (The Echo Series Books #1 -4) by C.R. Alam – Review by Angela Hayes
I started this series before all the books were out so I was excited to see the 4 book box! This is a series where each book is a different set of characters but all of their stories tie together so you see many of them throughout each of the books. Book one is an enemies to lovers story that follows Rae and Dean. Rae is a travel writer and Dean is a successful businessman. He was left at the altar and she doesn’t really believe in a happily ever after. They fight, then they talk, then they get to know each other. It was a fun story! The second book follows Brandon and Callie. Brandon is Rae’s best friend and the leader of a rock band. Callie has been on his mind since they were kids and when they run into each other in Morocco he wonders if maybe he didn’t miss out on the love that he wants. Book three follows Rowan and Chris. Rowan is in charge of throwing an amazing wedding for her cousin and Chris is a famous hotelier who is hiding out a bit on a small island. She doesn’t want his help but he keeps pushing himself in and keeps trying to help. When some strange things start to happen they decide to work together to get the wedding done and start fake dating, which he hopes will turn into something more real. The last book in this series follows Curtis and Lina. Curtis is in the same band as Brandon and Lina has been a type of bodyguard for the band when they go on tour. Curtis becomes a witness in a murder and the mob is after him. Lina and the security team she works with step in to help and protect him. Curtis and Lena both have been changed as they work through emotions and past baggage throughout the story while running and evading and keeping each other safe. I truly enjoyed every book in this series and just read there is a spinoff from the farm that I can’t wait to come out soon!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Audrie Harringtonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAudrie Harrington2024-03-14 22:45:252024-03-26 09:18:41The Complete Echo Series: A Heartfelt Romance Collection (The Echo Series) by C.R. Alam – Review by Audrie Harrington
I loved this series! The Complete Echo Series gives the reader the right amount of romance, drama, and love to keep you wanting more. Some characters are grumpy, some are boisterous, but everyone is connected in an interesting way. I was sad when the series was over. There’s so many characters that the author could’ve kept going and didn’t have to end it. Each book could’ve been read as a standalone but I’m the one that wants to read it in chronological order. Yet it’s one of those series you can shelve and come back and read it all over again. I love finding series like that. And this one I’m glad I started at the beginning. Trust me when I say if you enjoy this kind of book you won’t be disappointed. If you’ve read only one of them, here’s your chance to own them all! Happy reading!
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4.5 stars This extraordinary series is now in one box set for your reading pleasure. No need to see what book comes next or where to get it from because it is all four books together to read one after the other.
Echoing Hearts is a Contemporary Romance tale and the first book in The Echo series, and it was a lovely story. Our two MCs are both strong willed and always have to be right. Both with issues from the past this was not an easy journey, but it was fun watching them come together. There is angst, drama, a lot of passion and steamy scenes, and let’s not forget the humour. I really enjoyed the push pull and tension between the two as they are both as stubborn and strong-willed as each other. This heartfelt tale will pull on the ol’ heart strings along the way. There are a couple of twisty turns and a blast from the past as the road to love is not always paved with gold. I really like the secondary characters and can’t wait to see if they get their own stories.
His Forever Muse is a romantic suspense friends to lover’s second chance story. It is the second book in The Echo series. I enjoyed the first book Echoing Hearts, so I was looking forward to seeing the secondary characters from the first book get their own story and what this book brought to the series. I fell in love with this book even more. Although this story has some domestic violence themes, which may cause some triggers the author did a good job of not writing it graphically. This heartfelt tale will make your heartache along the way as we watch our female lead find herself in a safe and loving environment that helps her to find herself and her strength once again. There is pain and suffering, angst and fear, tension and suspense and a couple of twists and an unpleasant ex from the past.
Unexpected Entanglement is the third book in The Echo series. I really enjoyed the first two books in the series and this one is no different. I like that CR has intertwined the characters throughout the books. This is probably my favourite of the three so far. This heartfelt and fun love story will have you falling in love with the characters, Rowan and Chris. I also enjoyed their back-and-forth banter. The supporting characters were great too. There is tension and angst, chemistry and steamy scenes, unbridled passion and humour, danger and suspense, pain and emotions. This is a great read, and I was hooked from the word go. This is a captivating tale, and I liked the fake relationship trope and all that comes with trying to keep things straight. What is supposed to be a simple wedding turns out it is anything but……. Are lives in danger? You will have to read to find out.
Dangerous Rhythm is the fourth explosive book in the romantic suspense The Echo Series. It is action packed and so engrossing that the story was over before I wanted it to be. The story is refreshing as the protector roles were reversed. The book is well-written with characters that are well developed, with faults, strengths and weaknesses that make them believable. CR also intertwines the characters throughout the books, so we get to check in with them. Her job is to protect the one man that gets under her skin. But can she do her job, keep him safe and not give in to his charms. He life looks picture perfect, but he unwittingly finds himself thrust into a dangerous world where murder is the norm of a day. This is a captivating tale has suspense, tension and angst, chemistry and steamy scenes, unbridled passion, danger, pain and emotions. If you are a fan of romantic suspense, you will enjoy this book. I look forward to reading more of CR’s work.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jenni Bishophttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJenni Bishop2024-03-14 15:21:022024-03-26 09:11:48The Complete Echo Series: A Heartfelt Romance Collection (The Echo Series) by C.R. Alam – Review by Jenni Bishop
What a fantastic book by a truly wonderfully talented author. I really enjoyed following Rae and Dean as these two remarkably strong willed and determined characters fell for each other while fighting against past hurts that they believed not only formed them but also protected them. This book is a really great read with wonderful characters, both main and side characters are well developed, vivid writing that enables you to completely envision the world they live in and a creative storyline to keep you reading page after page! It’s a fantastic start to what I am sure will be a fabulous series! Bring on the next book I say!!
The story of Callie and Brandon had me hooked right from the start and I simply couldn’t put it down until the end. This truly talented author created amazing characters full of heart and weaved a captivating, relatable storyline that the reader can fully visualise while reading. Important issues were addressed with such great care. I totally fell for Brandon in the first book of this series and this book just cemented that even further.
This very talented author creates such amazing characters and storylines filled with so much heart! I was instantly in love and was completely invested in the story of Rowan and Chris right from the start. Having met Chris a little in the previous books in this wonderful series I knew his story was going to be a great read and it definitely was that and so much more! Now if you haven’t read the previous books you will still follow the storyline and enjoy it wholeheartedly but I HIGHLY recommend reading the entire series simply because the people and places created in these pages will burrow into your heart to stay and you don’t want to miss out on that.
Book 4 brings us the story of Lina and Curtis and I just know you will be hooked from start to finish just like I was. We also get to touch base with characters from previous books which I really think adds depth to a series. There is always something happening with steamy moments thrown in so if Romantic suspense is your favourite read then this book is for you.
I truly Love the Echo Series and found myself getting more and more hooked with every book I read. This talented author always brings to life her characters in such compelling and relatable ways that you just won’t be able to put the books down!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Juleshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJules2024-03-14 15:06:312024-03-26 09:11:38The Complete Echo Series: A Heartfelt Romance Collection (The Echo Series) by C.R. Alam – Review by Jules Herbert
Echoing Hearts 4 Stars Rae Allen doesn’t believe in love or happily ever after. She’s seen enough in her family to jade her for life. Thankfully, she has some pretty awesome friends, especially her best friend Brandon, who are there for her when things get rough. Her friendship with Brandon is more of a kindred kind…they are thicker than thieves, almost as if they were brother and sister. Brandon would do anything for Rae, especially after she helped him and his band land an amazing producer!
Dean Rowland is living a life of luxury. He’s surrounded by wealth, fame, and women. He’s living the life as one might say, proud of all his accomplishments. Except for the one thing he couldn’t conquer…getting married. After being jilted at the alter, Dean is happy to swear off women forever.
Rae gets a call for a favor. Her friend needs her to go and check out this house in Georgia for the next issue of the magazine that she publishes. This house is a bit mysterious and Rae doesn’t get a lot of background on it. When she arrives at the house, she can’t seem to get anyone to come to the door, even though they should be expecting her. The next scene will be on that will change her life forever and have her heart sending echoes out across Lake Lanier.
This was a very enjoyable read for a lazy Saturday afternoon! I read this book in one sitting. It’s a typical romance read and one where both main characters should be hog tied for their antics towards each other. This does have a happy ending and I even found myself tearing up in the end!
His Forever Muse-4 stars I’ve been anxiously waiting to get my hands on this book after reading the first book in this series! This book, while the second in a series, can be easily read as a stand alone.
Brandon Rossi is the front man for a rock band, Canis Major and his best friends are his band mates. He’s restless as the band has just come off a huge international tour and his artwork is slowing down a bit. He’s ready to get out and find what it is that he’s missing. Rae, one of his dearest friends, encourages him to travel and continue doing some artwork while he’s seeing sights. Brandon decides to go to Morocco to visit his friend Chris, and while there, he meets up with an art gallerist.
Calliope Chen-Bisset is that art gallerist and once she lays eyes on Brandon, a lot of great childhood memories come flooding back to both her and Brandon. Callie is the sister of one of Brandon’s bandmates and while they never hooked up while growing up, there has always been some sort of attraction there. Brandon helped Callie get through some difficult points in her life but not the most difficult ones.
Sparks start to fly between Callie and Brandon as soon as they lay eyes on each other but it’s been 15 years since they last saw each other. Callie’s family hasn’t mentioned her in years and, truth be told, there has been a bit of a rift between them too. Callie has experienced things that no woman…no person ever should experience but now that Philippe is a part of her life, she will always be looking over her shoulder. He’s the crazy ex-lover who just won’t let go.
Can Brandon keep his reputation in tact while learning to love Callie and her scars?
I loved this book and already can’t wait for the next one! There are some difficult topics covered and the author does issue a warning at the beginning of this book. I was not personally triggered by any of the scenes as they were handled quite delicately with enough information to let the reader know what happened without being overly graphic. This is a second chance romance of sort, but more importantly, a phoenix rising from the ashes story.
Unexpected Entanglement- 4 stars Rowan Kelly has inherited an inn and she’s super excited to host her cousin’s wedding there. Everything has to be perfect and beautiful for the big day. Rowan can handle just about anything that is put in her way but having an extra hand or two never hurts!
Insert Chris Sullens. Chris is a well-known hotelier who is more than happy to dig in and help Rowan make this wedding the best ever. What he didn’t expect is the role that he’d be asked to play in order this wedding to go off WITH a hitch!
This is probably my favorite book of this series so far! There is an overlap of some characters from previous books (it was good to catch up on them!) but this book can be read as a standalone easily. I look forward to seeing where this series continues to go!
Dangerous Rhythm-4 stars I am a total fan of this series!! I love the writing style, the humor (and this one…well, just read it!), the suspense, the drama….it’s all in here! I think this is my favorite book of the series so far but they are all really good! The tension that Lina displays, although she’s trying to be professional, just lets you know that she’s a ticking time bomb of emotions. Curtis is a rockstar that just can’t hide his vibe. The Stilletto’s? They’re as ruthless as they sound.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Julie Johnsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJulie Johnson2024-03-14 09:33:032024-03-26 09:14:30The Complete Echo Series: A Heartfelt Romance Collection (The Echo Series) by C.R. Alam – Review by Julie Johnson
Echoing Hearts: This is the first book in this series that I enjoyed reading. It is a story that is full of romance and attraction that brings heat to another level. I enjoyed how the author used details to bring the characters to life on every page. They are connectable and have great growth throughout which made the story easy to read. This is a fast paced story that you don’t want to miss for sure. A fast paced, engaging, hard to put down story that kept me turning pages to the end. I highly recommend this book.
His Forever Muse: I enjoyed reading this friends to lovers romance story. This is one of my favorites by this author. I found this book to be well developed where the author used details to make the story realistic. A story where it is full of not only romance but some suspense as well. Brandon and Calliope have known each other for most of their lives. He is her brother’s best friend and should be off limits. What happens when she runs into him in the middle of the desert? He is a steamy adult now but does that mean he is still hands off? You don’t want to miss what happens with these two. They have great growth and chemistry throughout. There is even a little suspense that you won’t see coming. This is a fast paced, hard to put down story. It is entertaining and easy to read. An engaging story that I highly recommend.
Unexpected Entanglement: This is the third book in this series which I enjoyed reading just as much as the previous two books. I would highly suggest reading the previous two books to help your enhancement of this author. This is a series I have enjoyed reading from the first book I picked up. This book is just as engaging and hard to put down. I enjoyed how the author used details to make her story come to life on each page. The characters are relatable, strong and supportive of each other. They pull you into their world from the start and have me coming back for more. I enjoyed watching their growth and their chemistry just as great to see. I found this book to be fast paced and engaging. A story where a simple favor turns into so much more for these two characters. You don’t want to miss what happens next. I really enjoyed reading this book and I highly recommend it.
Dangerous Rhythms: This is the fourth book in this series. This is a series that keeps getting better and better with each book. I highly suggest reading the previous books as well to help your enhancement of this author’s writing skills. They can be read as a standalone but they are really enjoyable stories you don’t want to miss. This is a well written story where the author used details to make the story come to life on each page. The characters are connectable, engaging and they certainly bring romance. A story about getting caught between duty and love. Which one will win? Could it be that both situations are a win? I enjoyed how the characters pulled me into their world from the start. They have great attraction and growth throughout the story. A fast paced story that is not only hard to put down but also engaging to the end. I really enjoyed this story and I highly recommend it.
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This novel has an interesting plot. I’ve never known people to invite others into their home to review it unless they are looking to sell. Kat does not want to sell, so it is peculiar to me that she wants someone to write about it. Other than that, Rae is a force to be reckoned with both professionally and personally.
Rae and Dean have this connection that is undeniable from the moment they meet. You can feel every bit of emotion from the authors writing. If you are looking for a great romance novel, this is it. I cannot wait to read the sequel!
His Forever Muse:
Where do I start? This novel is just as good as the first! The author does such an amazing job of bringing these characters to life. Brandon and Callie are best friends that lost connection and are brought together by fate. The lack of judgement that Brandon has toward Callie is outstanding and I believe he should be the standard for all men to look up to. He is not perfect by any means, but I absolutely love his character.
I cannot wait for the next book in the series. The writing is phenomenal and so easy to sink your teeth into. If the characters and plot are anything like the first two novels, then it will take me no time to read the third. Highly recommend! Super cozy novel with some action and suspense tied in.
Unexpected Entanglement:
This author knows how to create amazing, relatable characters. Even though Chris Sullens is a famous entrepreneur, he can talk to and relate to a small hometown community. From the main characters to the smallest of characters, the author puts an immense amount of personality into each of them as if you have known them for multiple series. In this case we have known Chris, but not to the extent in which we now know him in this novel.
This book is a tale of two love birds that struggle to express their opinions to each other but wear their hearts on their sleeves. The story of Rowan and Chris pulls at my heart strings and I was rooting for them every step of the way. Frustration, anger, lust, and happiness are all emotions that play major roles in this novel and I highly recommend you pick it up! There is a small amount of love scenes in this book which I appreciate because I do not enjoy complete erotica novels. It is easy enough to skip over those scenes as well. I sincerely cannot get enough of this author!
Dangerous Rhythm:
This author hits a sweet spot for me every time I read one of their novels. Each one of the Echo Series books can be read as a stand alone because there is not much information that you need to catch on to the current book. That being said, I absolutely think it is worth it to go back and read the others if this is the first one you plan on reading!
I loved Curtis and Lina. They fit together like PB&J even though Lina tried her hardest to stay away from Curtis. I also love the tidbits of information about the Chinese culture. If you like a good romance intertwined with some suspense, this is the book for you. I cannot recommend this author enough.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Allyson Whttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAllyson W2024-03-14 06:29:502024-03-26 09:14:11The Complete Echo Series: A Heartfelt Romance Collection (The Echo Series) by C.R. Alam – Review by Allyson Ware
Immerse yourself into the captivating world of the Echo Series, where timeless romance meets the indomitable power of friendship. Dive into this collection of standalone novels, each centering around a different couple, as they embark on an extraordinary journey of love, self-discovery, and triumph over their deepest fears.
Echoing Hearts – Dean and Rae’s story from dislike to friend-zoned to lovers
Rae thinks he’s arrogant. Dean pegs her as a redhead beauty with claws. Despite their resistance, attraction and fate keep pulling them together. Then, her rockstar best friend, Brandon, emerges, stirring up jealousy and doubt. Struggling with unexpected passion, longing, and distrust in this emotional rollercoaster ride, will they recognize and embrace love?
His Forever Muse – Brandon and Calliope’s second chance from childhood friends to lovers romance
Brandon Rossi is on a quest to find inspiration when he encounters the unconventional beauty with golden eyes who has haunted him for the better part of his adult life. Fifteen years haven’t dulled their connection; they’ve only intensified it. He’s willing to lay down everything for her, but will Calliope share her secrets with him?
Unexpected Entanglement – Chris and Rowan’s fake fiancee small town romance with a twist
Rowan’s goal is to throw her cousin a beautiful wedding in two weeks. So what if her family’s inn still needs work and staff? She’ll make it happen. She doesn’t need the gorgeous hotelier, Chris Sullens, to rescue her. But strange incidents push them to join forces. Can they plan the wedding together, or will their unbridled passion entangle them into something more than they bargained for?
Dangerous Rhythm – Curtis and Lina’s whirlwind protector-rockstar adventure
Curtis Bisset lives a wild rockstar life but craves more. It all changes when he witnesses a horrifying crime and is forced into hiding with the formidable Lina Cheung. As his bodyguard, Lina has always watched over Curtis. But her new mission is to keep him safe from a crazed mob boss. Little does she know that his mission is to win her heart.
R. Alam is an award winning romance writer who loves to write heartfelt and steamy love stories with strong yet vulnerable characters readers would root for. There hasn’t been a main character she’s written about whom she didn’t fall in love with despite their shortcomings. She’ll laugh with her characters, cry along with them, then laugh again in the end.
When she’s not reading or writing, you’ll most likely find her in the kitchen, cooking, baking, or eating while wearing her trusted Birks, sweatpants, and “I’m emotionally attached to fictional characters” T-shirt.
After a whirlwind decade of living abroad, C. R. now lives in Durham, NC, with her husband, daughter, and cat.
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Having read the previous 3 books I knew I was in for a treat but this one was like a good red wine it only gets better with time 😉❣️📚
Loving the cover art and it really captures the characters natures , Cutis looks nerdy and with his rockstar persona you’d expect a certain arrogance but I tell you what , just watch him with kids and your knees will turn to jelly and the cover captures that perfect and as for Lina is captures her seriousness 😉so yes in this instance you can judge a book by its cover ❣️📚😉
So Curtis and his band are on your and Lina Is part of the protection detail , things get little more than tense when they’re witness to a lethal stabbing and now the mafia is after him and Lina is now full on protector and the hunt is on , the hunt for blood and the hunt for love , I know it sounds weird but read it and you’ll see where I’m coming from 🥰😉
Lina is very serious and Curtis is a lot more laid back and they bring out the best in each other I think , like yin and Yang ☯️ and I loved watching them find each other in between the twists , suspense and tension of their quest to stay safe . I enjoyed going with them to so many different places and sampling different cuisine 😉🤣it really was just a brilliant read from start to finish !
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This is a fantastic addition to the Echo Series. In this story, we see Curtis who has run into some trouble and needs protection. He also happens to be the guitarist of a famous band. Lina happens to work for private security now, but has a military past. Lina and Curtis have some chemistry between them so when they have to flee together it makes their chemistry become hard to deny. But they both have issues that will keep them from acting on it. This author does a fantastic job in developing the characters and making the suspense and tension completely palpable. Curtis becomes a much more realistic and likable character and I enjoyed watching Lina soften up around Curtis. The chemistry between them jumps off the page and the author pairs this with fantastic suspense. I definitely recommend picking this book up!
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