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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Heather Bass

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is one of my favorite series of this year. I absolutely loved all of the stories in this series. This set contains Rewind, Return, Revive, and Rebound. I want to let the readers know that this is a M/M series that takes place in France. Once I started this series I could not stop. I could not get enough of these characters. I devoured these books in only a couple of weeks.

Rewind
Enzo’s life changed the day he lost his hearing. He had to start his life all over. Enzo has to fight for everything that he wants and needs. He doesn’t let anyone or anything tear him down except the man that broke his heart long ago. Enzo now has a new life and a man that doesn’t treat him right. He is in complete shock when he runs into Florian. Enzo feels that chemistry from all those years ago. Florian has a great business. He has the best life but things start to crash down around him. Florian is also shocked when he sees Enzo but their history is not good. Deep down Florian feels something for Enzo but is it too late?

Return
Ralph has no place to go. He left home when he was a young man and now he is trying to find a place to live. Raphael finds an add for an apartment for rent. He goes to see the apartment and he is shocked that he can afford it. Raphael and his new room mate Adrien are totally different. When they start to get to know each other they find out that they have feelings for one another. Raphael likes Aiden but they both have secrets that could ruin everything. Will Raphael and Adrien find what they are looking for or will they find trouble instead?

Revive
Brandon has a lot that is going on in his life. Ever since he got divorced he doesn’t want to get into another relationship. He is a very busy man. Brandon is told to go to a club one night and that’s when he meets the gorgeous Patrick. Patrick is very busy also with his job and also his one night stands. Brandon is very intrigued by the beautiful man. He loses his mind and has a unforgettable night. Brandon’s ex tells him to see a very well known therapist and he is in complete shock when he sees Patrick at the desk. He has never felt this way about anyone before but his past is coming back to haunt him. Will Brandon be able to let his guard down or will he build up more walls?

Rebound
Noah loves his life. He is a famous video blogger and he has so many fans. Noah is very happy with his relationship but one day he finds himself being second best. His partner Hugo finds someone else and Noah has nowhere to go. Noah is so upset he calls his dear friend and ex lover Adrien for help. He ends up staying with Adrien and Raphael. Noah knows that Adrien loves Ralph but he also misses his best friend. He meets one of Adrien’s friends and she really likes him but does Noah want to get involved again? Will Noah find his happiness or will he be always second best?

Review by @heatherbass

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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Heather Harmon

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Heather Harmon

Wow, This series has some great characters and a great storyline that flow together nicely to the next book. The writing style really brings some depth to the books. I couldn’t put them down. I like that the stories are coming from the characters. It was nice to read about the LGBTQ Community and see the struggles they deal with in relationships as well. I enjoyed the french setting and how the stories opened my eyes to the LGBTQ community even more.

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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

MUST-READ SERIES!!

Rewind series is the debut novel by Rowan Shaw. If you are like me and love a really good romance in the LGTBQ community then this series is for you. This series takes place in Paris, France and each book you follow a different couple. As these books can be read as a standalone; I highly recommend reading in order do to interconnected characters.

Rowan’s writing was so truthful and emotional that I wanted to fight alongside these characters. You will be on a roller-coaster of emotions from Rewind to Rebound.

Reviewed by @jbruno26
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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Sheri Schrader

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Rewind boxed set puts Rowan Shaw’s entire series all in one easy grab.
The series starts with Rewind. This is a wonderful story of two men reconnecting. Enzo is deaf but has not let this get in his way. He is a strong man who has had his heart broken. Florian had his life under control until he has his life torn apart by love.
The characters are well written. I liked despite challenges the men are strong but not to the point of being unbearable. The story is good also. I wanted the best for both Enzo and Florian. The story of a second chance at love and how we all deserve the chance is good. The secondary characters were interesting and were a nice complement to the main characters. They helped the main characters to tell the story but did not take away from them.
The series continues with Return. I enjoyed the first book in the series and was interested in what would happen in this book. This can be read as a standalone and enjoyed because the story is contained. Raphaël Diop is a student living in Paris looking for affordable housing. Adrien Dupuis has a room available in his apartment. The two do not have much in common and live very separate lives. Will their relationship change?
The characters are well written and I enjoyed learning about them. Also, the secondary characters added to the story and did not take away from the story of Adrien and Raphaël. This is a bisexual romance and if this is not a comfortable theme this might not be the book for you. I believe that if you can read this story you will enjoy this book and get to know Raphaël and Adrien better.
Revive is the third in this great series. Brandon is a recently divorced father who is grappling with his sexuality. Patrick is single and does not think he is relationship material. What happens when the two hook up one evening? This is a good story dealing not only with a fledgling relationship. I also liked Brandon is dealing with his bisexuality and the prejudice he comes across. This is dealing with realistic topics and handles it well.
Rebound rounds out this series. Some of the characters are coming full circle and returning in this book. There are characters which reoccur and having the background is helpful. The characters are very well written and they tell a story which could be battered and treated poorly with love and respect. There are polyamorous relationships and they are told wonderfully and explained from all parts of the relationship. Rowan Shaw makes the characters easy to relate to which leaves you wanting the best for all parties. I really enjoyed this book as well as the others in the series.

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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Rachel Moss

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Rewind boxed set by Rowan Shaw was really good! Each book was extremely well written, had a great storyline, and amazing characters! This series has become a quick favorite of mine, just because each book is so inclusive and sheds a lot of light on the LGBTQ+ community as a whole. I immensely enjoyed reading these novels and getting to know all the characters. I highly recommend this series, and I can’t read to read more from Shaw in the future!

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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Rewind Boxed Set (Books 1-4) by Rowan Shaw
Four Stars

Rewind is the first book in the Rewind series by Rowan Shaw. This book can be read as a standalone, but I can’t wait to get my hands on the next book in the series. I love the setting in France, and the character growth from both men. This is a second chance romance that tells the story of Enzo and Florian. This book brought out all of my emotions. I was laughing, crying, tearing my hair out and routing for this couple. I really enjoyed this story and all of the growth and heartache that both of these guys go through.

Return is the second book in the Rewind series by Rowan Shaw. This book can be read as a stand alone but I recommend reading Rewind first as that is where we meet Raphael for the first time. This book started out a little slow for me, but really made up for it by the end. This is Raphael and Adrein’s story. I love the witty banter between the two of them, and how their story comes together. The love scenes are sizzling hot.

Revive is the third book in the Rewind series by Rowan Shaw. The first two books are wonderful and there are recurring characters that appear in this book. This is Patrick and Brandon’s story. I love how the author makes the characters come to life. I was rooting for them the whole way. This is my favorite book of the series so far, but I can’t wait to read the next book. If you are a fan of MM romance, I highly recommend this series.

Rebound is the fourth book in this set by Rowan Shaw. What an amazing read. Rowan saved the best for last. This is Noah’s story, and it has all of the feels you can want in a book. The emotional ups and downs are heartfelt and the characters are true to life. This truly was an awesome series that I can’t recommend enough. It grabbed me by the heartstrings and I couldn’t put it down.

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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Tausha Treadway

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw. This is an amazing box set. Book 1 Rewind is the story of Enzo Chevalier who lost his hearing changing every facet of his life. He thought that was the worst thing ever but then the man of his dreams walked out on him leaving him broken. When he meets Florian Beaudry he realizes his life might just be beginning. Book 2 Return is the story of Raphael Diop who can only afford to live in Paris by moving in with Adrien Dupuis. Everything worked out fine until they crossed the line between them when Adrien told him he was attracted to him. The living arrangement is the only thing that lets Raphael stay in Paris so he’s too scared to try a relationship that could ruin everything. Book 3 Revive is the story of Patrick Lefevre who is all about his family. There is no time for hookups or relationships until he meets Brandon Smith a recent divorcee. After they hook up Brandon realizes that Patrick is his new therapist. Can they give a relationship a go or will it mess everything up. Book 4 Rebound is the story of Bisexual YouTuber Noah Perrin who has everything he could dream of. He had a great career, all the things money can buy and a great relationship with his boyfriend Hugo until Hugo dumps him. He thinks his life is over until he gets a phone call from his ex lover Adrien Dupuis and begins to think about having a relationship he never thought he could have. Then he finds support from a woman in Adrien’s entourage and he wonders if this is the relationship he’s supposed to have. He is as confused as it gets. This is an amazing boxed set about deep relationships, hookups, depression, and relationships of all kinds.

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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Naomi McDonald

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In one sentence, this series is phenomenal.

I loved every story in this series. The characters are wonderfully written. Each story digs deep into a well of emotions that make everything real. My favorite books overall are Rewind and Return. I absolutely fell in love with the Noah character though, so his book was a fantastic way to round out the series.

This is definitely a must-read series, and the box set makes it easy to binge it. The only thing I was disappointed with was that the series was over too soon. I felt like I could have stayed immersed in the Rewind world for much, much longer.

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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Heather Lovelace

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This author has a very captivating writing style that will appeal to readers of all ages. This series is exactly as described and so shouldn’t take any reader off guard. Each of these stories is emotional and heartfelt and compelling. Once you’ve read one you will immediately want to read the rest in order to enjoy and devour Shaw’s words. This box set is a worthwhile addition to any library.

Reviewed by @heatherlovelace
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Rewind Boxed Set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review By Stacey Baxter

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This series is a must read and it’s also an unforgettable read. Each story gets better and better and you will find yourself so engrossed it the stories you will lose sight of reality while your pulled into the virtual world of the character’s. I absolutely loved how much depth and emotion is in these stories it really kept me captivated throughout I just couldn’t pull myself away. This is a series you will not be left disappointed if anything you will be left wanting more from this author just like how it made me feel after I read through this boxset.

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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Erica Fish

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Do not pass this boxed set pass by. Rowan Shaw. His attention to detail is one thing I love about his stories. These books are set in France. There not a place better for a love story. There is m/m romance and great diversities to show each relationship and how they grow. The characters are amazing and I felt at home with them. I could see myself being friends with all of the characters. Can you find love if you are being you? Will you allow yourself to open up to someone that you are ready to be with forever? Those relationships when you are yourself and still feel love is what you should hold in your life.

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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Michelle Austin

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Rewind Boxed set is a great 5 star read.

Rewind #1:
Florian walks in on a shocking scene, his GF in bed with his best friend. She appears to have no remorse whatsoever and blames him for her actions because of his bisexuality. I instantly had a dislike for this woman. I question why he stayed with her as long as he did.

Enzo who is deaf also went through an abusive relationship and was trying to recover from it. When Enzo and Florian reconnect after eight years you can feel the love between them. They were perfect for each other.

As we move forward, the story goes from past to present and we start to get some answers as to why Florian went away and Enzo has some deep scars he’s trying to recover from.

I will warn that there is some emotional abuse that was really sad and hard to read at times. The secondary characters were interesting to say the least, most of them were disappointing to me in the attitudes and comments that would come from them. This was a great read but had my emotions all over the place. If you are an overly sensitive person, some of the abuse/comments in the book may be triggers for you. What’s even more sad is that some of these things are an everyday thing for some people.

Return #2:
We get Raphael and Adrien’s story. Raphael is moving to Paris for his studies and needs to find a place to live. When he answers to an ad that Adrien has posted, things take an interesting twist.

Adrien was very quiet at first. As the days go by they get to know each other better and start to have a deep connection. The life that Adrien leads is something else but when Raphael came along things changed for Adrien.

Can Adrien and Raphael have a future together? Will they get the HEA they both deserve?

There are some very interesting elements to this story. I was once again pulled in by Rowan Shaw’s writing. I loved the secondary characters and we get lots of hot and steamy scenes and I enjoyed seeing the characters from Rewind as well.

Revive #3:
I really liked Brandon and Patrick and their story.
Brandon is a single father who has been struggling with coming out, when he has a one night stand with a hot man things get even harder for him. Brandon gets a very unexpected surprise when he meets his new therapist, Patrick, the one night stand.

Will the chemistry between these two test the patient, doctor boundaries? Can they have more?

Patrick has certain issues with bi men, and when he discovers Brandon is bi can he get past his issues? We also learn why Patrick feels the way he does, which helped me understand his feelings.

Overall I really enjoyed this read. All of the secondary characters were great, I had several LOL moments. I really like the alternating POV, it gives you a chance to see what each of them are thinking.

Rebound #4:
Noah was shocked when his boyfriend Hugo broke up with him. They had 10 great years together, so Noah thought. Trying to move forward he turns to Adrien, his best friend. He meets a woman that Adrien knows and starts a very hot and steamy relationship with her.

Can Noah find happiness with her?

Overall I really enjoyed this story, I think it’s my favorite in the series so far. My emotions were all over the place. Noah really tugs at your heartstrings with everything he is going through. All of the secondary characters were great. This is a polyamorous/bisexual romance with M/M, M/F, M/M/M and M/M/M/F. I really like how open each of the characters are sexually, they all connect so well.

Rowan Shaw does a great job of pulling you right in with her writing and we meet so many great characters. 1-click and get started today on this must read boxed set you will love it as much as I did.

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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Katie Matthews

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

The Rewind Boxed set contains 4 wonderful stories about love and romance. I really liked this authors writing style, she wasn’t afraid to explore all kinds of different relationships in her writing and although I personally I not a fan of all these for the books I choose to read I cannot fault her character development and how wonderful these characters were. Out of the four books I think my two favourite were Rewind and Return, I loved the characters in both and especially Return I found a much deeper connection with the characters.
Rewind
Rewind was a really interesting read. It had a really lovely storyline to it, I really liked the characters and I think the author explored something different with them also which I really enjoyed. It was nice to read about different characters and their lifestyles. I can’t say that I connected with any of the characters in particular but I certainly liked reading about them. I’m not usually a fan of m/m stories but Florian and Enzo were really nice, genuine characters to read about – I definitely felt for Florian during those first few chapters told from his POV. I really liked Enzo and it was great that the author did explore something different for his character it made him seem so much more real. I think he was my favourite character in the story, there was just something about him – I really admired the strength he had to overcome what happened to him.

Return
I really enjoyed the first book in the series so I was looking forward to diving straight into the second and it didn’t disappoint at all. I think I may have enjoyed this one a little more than the first, I found a deeper connection with the characters and I really found myself dragged into Raphael’s story. The way the author wrote about him just really had my attention from the very beginning. I never deny that I am not really a fan of m/m stories so whilst some of the content wasn’t what I like to read about I cannot fault the way in which the story was written and I would much rather read a well written story with content I’m not overly keen on than a boring story with content I enjoy.
A beautiful, emotionally charged story with lovely characters that you can’t help but like!

Overall a wonderful collection of stories that I highly recommend!

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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Susan Mowdy

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Rewind series is probably my favorite series I have read recently. I absolutely LOVE Rowan Shaw’s writing and each story is unique! Each story focuses on a unique relationship that will completely hook you from the very beginning! I love how each story teaches you that it’s OK to just be you and that love is love. I loved the unique bond each of these characters had and I haven’t read that in a book ever! Rowan Shaw and this series should be on everyone One-Click List!

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REWIND Boxed Set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Chantelle Smith

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

If you want a read that will captivate you each time with incredibly vivid and real characters, real and raw storylines, then this is box set that you need.
The REWIND Series from Rowan Shaw effortlessly captivates you with each read, you are transported to France in which you follow the journeys of characters that you can’t help but thoroughly enjoy reading about. You will definitely be taken on an emotional rollercoaster with these characters and storylines but nonetheless, you will want to continue reading to find out more about their relationships, connections and journeys they take. While this read isn’t usually my type of genre being M/M but I’m so glad that I picked them all up and gave them the chance they so rightly deserve. This is a box set that shouldn’t be missed, this is an author that shouldn’t be missed!

Reviewed By @tillytillzz

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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Karyn Taylor

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Rewind Box Set contains the 4 full length novels which make up books 1 – 4 of the Rewind Series by Rowan Shaw. These books are Rewind, Return, Revive and Rebound.
These are erotic novels set in France with emphasis on the LGBTQ community. With the majority being M/M sex, these novels include bisexual, polyamorous and transgender characters and include many sexual scenes with 3 or more characters. These books are not for the faint of heart. If you like a good steamy read that ventures outside heterosexuality then this box set is a must.
I loved all 4 books. They are all different in their own ways and I loved the different variety across the 4 books. If I had to pick my favourite then it would be the first book in the series Rewind. Part of my reasoning for loving this book is that as a partially deaf person myself, I adored that Rowan Shaw had a profoundly deaf character as the main character in this book. As well as his deafness, I just adored Enzo as a character all round. He is just so sweet and loving and I was desperate for him to find his HEA.
I loved that as the series progressed, Shaw revisited the characters from previous books, in some cases giving them a prominent role. I’m hoping that this is not the last we will see of these characters.

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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Carrie Reed

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

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5 stars!

This is a fantastic set of books. I can’t sing enough praises to Rowan Shaw for this excellent set of stories. The characters in each book are all so wonderful and I am immediately drawn into knowing more about each relationship. The trials the characters had to face are very real in the gay community and are explained and handled so nicely. It makes my heart hurt for anyone facing these situations knowing that their end may not be had happy as that in these books but I am extremely pleased with how everything comes to a close. I hope, pray and wish for more books like this from Rowan Shaw, re reading the series won’t be enough for me!

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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Katie Kearney

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

REWIND BOXED SET (BOOK 1-4) by Rowan Shaw. I’ve really enjoyed reading all these stories. They are different and unique to their own. Each one is packed full of emotions that are written in a way that you can’t help but feel every single one. I was excited to see these got a box set because I’m a huge fan of box sets helping me find new authors and this author definitely needs found because the books are incredible. Each book has characters you won’t be forgetting for a long time. If you’re looking for something unique and different I highly recommend this box set. Each storyline is well written and paced nicely. Five stars all the way and highly recommended.

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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Kerry Baker

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Rewind Box Set by Rowan Shaw is a fantastic collection of books that are emotional and absolutely captivating. The author has done an amazing job showcasing different characters and relationships.
Each of these books is well written and developed perfectly. The whole series has a great pace to it. It builds the stories gradually, adding depth and emotions that draw you in and keep hold of your attention fully.
If this is your style of book then I cannot recommend this series enough.

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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Star
REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw is a wonderfully written set of books that once you start reading you won’t be able to put them down. The characters and the storyline are both very well developed and easily relatable. There are some moments where my emotions were all over the place and there are some moments of darkness. This whole series pretty much pulled at my heartstrings and I couldn’t recommend it enough. It’s a must read and I know you won’t be disappointed I know I wasn’t. I can’t wait to read more from this Author.

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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Robin Rankin

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

REWIND BOXED SET (BOOK 1-4) by Rowan Shaw. In this set you get the first four books of this amazing series and I couldn’t get enough of the couples and their stories.

I’m not sure which one of the stories I loved more. Each story was different, in the way the couples meet and the problems they have trying to find their happiness but the one thing they have in common was they all fell deeply in love and were able to have a happy life.

I love how the author spotlights the love each one of the characters has for their partner and how even when they are shunned by family they learn what an amazing and supportive group of friends they have.

Each one of the characters will end up leave a piece of themselves with you. Thankfully you will see them recurring throughout the series.

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REWIND Boxed Set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Raylene Green

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

There was nothing in this box set that wasn’t well written, unrelatable, or well developed. And it’s another subject that isn’t talked about a lot in books, but is explained so very well. It’s a very emotional read and dark as well, but it’s a beautifully written set of books. I absolutely dont want to give anything away. It’s a must read and a new favorite for sure for years to come!!! What a truly phenomenally gifted writer!

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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Liz Vrchota

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If you are a fan like myself of series that build the depth of the story throughout the books, then you will definitely love the REWIND series from Rowan Shaw! She has brought to life characters that will sweep you off your feet and take you to places like Paris while she does it! I love that all three of the first books are now in a convenient place to get a great start on the series. Bonus of these box sets is the make fantastic gifts! Below are the reviews for each book.

REWIND: Book #1~

This novel was quite the debut novel for sure from Rowan Shaw. I feel quite pulled in multiple directions as far as my opinion goes still a few days after finishing this up. This was a dark and twisty, angsty, and well at times frustrating MM romance that had me captivated at times simply because I had to know what was going to come of it if anything. I see the beauty in the story here and truly found it within the struggling relationship between Enzo and Florian, I just think it struggled to fully get there for me anyways. The writing was strong though and the world building was beautiful, I would definitely be around to see what Rowan Shaw has in store for future novels!

RETURN: Book #2~

RETURN is the second book of the Rewind series from Rowan Shaw. I would recommend that you pick up book one first if you haven’t done so as this is where we first meet and see the lead, Raphael, and for me where I actually fell in love with his character. This book was a tad slower to me and I found myself struggling to get through the first bit. However, that did subside and I soon found myself needing to know what would become of the story.

This one brought the heat factor quite a bit, so fyi if that isn’t your thing it’s here. With that said, Rowan Shaw can sure write some awesome bedroom scenes, and truly I feel, does it with tact and grace. That is no easy feat, and I feel a lot of times it muddies the waters of a good LGBTQ novel. This is never the case here and I adored every second of it. I loved the growth that we got to see with Raphael. I found his story to be gripping and raw, something that I love in a good novel. I can’t wait to see what will come next!

REVIVE: Book #3~

Rowan Shaw has brought to life another beautiful and sweet couple that I just couldn’t get enough of in Revive. I might be a bit odd but I enjoy the premise of the story. Something about the situation makes it seem so much more realistic and I love reading about how things go down. The first two books in the series were a bit heavier reads as far as subject matter so this was also nice to have a bit more of an airy and light tone to it.

Brandon and Patrick really make Revive shine. These two had no idea that the one night stand that blew their minds would come full-circle the way it does. How do you keep a professional mind about your therapist when you realize you slept with them??? As you can imagine this left room for laughter and some pretty hefty emotions too. It was a well balanced though and I enjoyed the way I felt as if I was there with the characters. Shaw really can build up a scene and make you feel like you went on a magical adventure. I look forward to seeing what will come next from Rowan Shaw!

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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Sara Oxton

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Rewind Boxed Set by Rowan Shaw a great series of stories. All four stories are great in this boxed set.
Rewind by Rowan Shaw a five-star read that you will want to rewind and read again. It was refreshing reading this story, its set In France and I don’t get to read many stories set there, so it’s nice to see a different place. This is a beautiful but heart-breaking story, the one thing I did adore most was the way the author dealt with deafness and tragic circumstances, they really pull you into the story, making you feel the depth of pain, but showing you that there are ways out of the pain giving you pathways you may seek. I know not everyone likes M/M and if you don’t try to look past that as his is a beautiful story that you need to have in your life. Enzo and Florian have a love that will make you see past their gender.
Return by Rowan Shaw a five-star read that you won’t want to ever return. This has been a great series as its rare to find novels set in France and the beauty of the setting descriptions are well done and you enjoy them so much. The alternating POV can be a little troublesome at times, or maybe that’s just me, but on the other side it did give balance to the story. This may not be for everyone as it does show us amazing M/M scenes and it has an amazing depth that will surprise you, do give the series a go as you won’t be disappointed.
Revive This will surprise you, I was so empathetic towards Patrick and this surprised me as I didn’t enjoy his character previously, but this author has a way of making you really care about the people in these stories, makes you see people differently, make you think differently. It was steamier than I would normally have gone for in this genre, but the author has a way of making it an integral part of the story and just more compelling reading.
Rebound by Rowan Shaw. This is an interesting and challenging story and Noah has a journey to go on through this story and what a story it is, this is an emotional, gripping story and one you need to read. It rounds out the series nicely and you will enjoy this boxed set as every story place its part.

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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Lisa Helmick

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a wonderful collection. All of these books have the same group of friends involved. So you are really get to know them. All four books are good but I do have a couple that just slayed me and have become favorites. The love and betrayal that this group encounters just shocked me. Some of these things I can’t even imagine but I’m sure they can easily happen in the real world. The friendship that encompasses this group is second to none.

As stated briefly above these stories bring out all kinds of emotions. I enjoyed reading these and getting to know the boys. All of the stories move along at a good pace and make you really *feel* for the characters.

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Rebound (Rewind Book 4) By Rowna Shaw – Review by Sarah Oakes

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A great read about breakups. Nosh thought he had it all. But when he finds his boyfriend Hugo cheating on him with an actor, his whole world is turned upside down. He turns to his friend Adrien and stays at his house for a while. Can he get over Hugo and move on?
A great read. Well developed plot with twists and turns. Well developed characters like Noah standing up for himself but emotive underneath or Hugo as cold and manipulative. Great cast of supporting characters like the fun friend Nour or the supportive Adrien or the quieter Raphael.
I loved the visual detail throughout the novel like with Paris with its streets full of life and people and colour despite Noahs mood contrasting perfectly. Or the scenes at dinner with the candles and food as intimate and homely. Or Rapheals house with its sense of culture with bright paintings and lots of books with smells and sounds so vivid its as if you’re actually there.
The switch of perspectives worked well to display all the sides of the story and was easy to follow with names in the chapter titles. I also liked the use of French culture throughout the novel with its foods and language giving the book a sense of character. Overall, a great read and I would give it five stars.

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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Jenni Bishop

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Rewind Boxed Set (Rewind #1-4) by Rowan Shaw is the collection of the books in the series. Rowan’s writing paints a picture that is easily imaginable and shows raw and vulnerable feelings of these people looking for love.

REWIND is a MM second chance romance and is an amazing story. It is a beautiful journey and the characters are written with depth and are so endearing. It is a very emotional story and switches between the past and the present and a coming together again after a failed relationship many years ago.

from being two young men just being in love. It shows the darker side of people who are homophobic and what they are capable of, which always leaves a bitter taste in my mouth. It is also a tale that has a sense of humour and witty remarks.

Rowan has done a wonderful job in this story and I look forward to what may come next.

RETURN (Rewind Book 2) is another great addition to this series! I really enjoyed the first book, so I was looking forward to this one and it didn’t disappoint. This one is probably my favourite of the two which shows that Rowan is finding her stride with the characters and I really felt invested in Raphael’s story. The story is well written and Rowan does it beautifully. Return is a beautiful and emotionally charged read and the world and characters are vivid and felt real.

REVIVE (Rewind Book 3) is another great addition to this series! I really enjoyed the other two books, so I was looking forward to this one and it didn’t disappoint. I really felt invested in this story which is well written and Rowan does it beautifully. Revive is funny and beautiful and emotionally charged read and the world and characters are vivid and felt real.

REBOUND (Rewind Book 4) is a quick read that is like the others an emotional read. Rowan touches on subjects that many think of as taboo, but she does so beautifully. She puts her heart and soul into each one of her stories and it shows through her wordsmithing and world building. I like the characters in this story and the fact it is a little different from the others.

Noah is a Bisexual young man who is lost but all it takes is to meet the right person who makes him realise that he is allowed to be himself and to be happy along with it but will his heart be broken again?

If you love M/M then is definitely for you and if you are not take a chance. Grab a copy and find out Noah’s story.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Angela Hayes

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

This boxed set contains all four books in the Rewind series by Rowan Shaw. Here are a couple of my individual reviews to give you an idea of what to expect .

Rewind is the first book in the Rewind Series by Rowan Shaw. It is a emotionally charged M/M, second chances story that pulled me in right from the beginning. The story is a little dark, and very sad in places- and my emotions were battered by what I was reading- but the story is so well written, and the characters were so ‘real’ that I would have walked over hot coals to find out what happens. The drama, chemistry, emotion, and a little suspense was brilliantly woven through the storyline. Ms. Rowan certainly knows how to tell a great story- writing a complex, thought-provoking, moving, memorable, and engrossing story.
Enzo and Florian were the very best of friends, turned lovers, during high school. They kept their relationship secret, until a traumatic event shattered their lives, leaving Enzo deaf and the two on separate courses. Now, a chance encounter reunites the two- much has happened in their lives since they last saw one another, but the sparks are still there. Will they get their second chance, or is there too much in their way to overcome?
A beautiful story about friendship, overcoming obstacles, being true to yourself, self-discovery, second chances, love, pain, heartache, and so much more…..

Rebound is the fourth book in the Rewind Series by Rowan Shaw. It is, in my opinion, the ‘spiciest’ of the series so far. It could be read as a stand alone, but I highly recommend reading the rest of the series – or at the very least diving into “Return” (Book #2) before starting on this one- as a lot of character introductions and backstory is contained there.
As I mentioned, this book is a little different than the rest of the series, as this has a polyamorous/ bisexual romance- with both M/M and M/F scenes playing out throughout the story. I really didn’t know what to expect going into this book- but Rowan Shaw didn’t disappoint- grabbing my attention and pulling me in right from the beginning. As with her other books, this story is so well written- while managing to create truly realistic and believable characters and situations. I have said before, and this book is no different, that the author is a really great storyteller- writing a complex, thought-provoking, moving, and very memorable stories.
A wonderful addition to the series, holding its own against the rest of the pack- but a book with an energy, flavour, and personality all its own.

I can’t wait to see what Rowan Shaw does next!

Thank you, Rowan Shaw!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Laura Furuta

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

REWIND Boxed Set (Rewind Series Books 1-4)
By Rowan Shaw
5 out of 5 stars

The box set Rewind by Rowan Shaw includes four stories that are wonderful to read. I love that the setting for the stories is in France. They are stories that deal with love and self-acceptance. Each story has two amazing main characters as they deal with their everyday lives and also their growing attraction to each other. The stories are emotional and had my emotions going up and down the entire time I was reading them. There are heartbreaking moments as well as heartwarming ones as well. There are also additional characters that I enjoyed reading about their interactions with the main characters. Will love be found? Read these stories to find out. The stories also show how the characters deal and react to those who judgmental about them and the lives they lead. Don’t miss out reading this boxset as once you start it is very hard to put down. Highly recommended.

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REWIND Boxed set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a four book box set that you don’t want to miss. This is a series that takes place in France that has love, M/M and diversity as each relationship develops and grows. I loved each book as well as the awesome characters. They are creative stories with characters that show you that is okay to be who you are and still find love. Their chemistry and friendships are strong and independent which makes them the great characters they are. They stole my heart and I know they will steal yours too. I highly recommend this must read box set.

Review by @bjwagner
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