For Cameron Knight, guitarist for Caged, women are simply an itch you have to scratch sometimes. Fun and casual is the way he likes it, and it's saved him a lot of heartache.
Until he meets Lily...
About Gone for You
As the guitarist for the rock band Caged, I know the rules: no relationships. No complications. Leave ‘em smiling when you go, but always go. Besides, it’s not like I’m ever in one place for more than a few days at a time. As the next hottest thing out of Austin, the band and I are riding the wave, and the music is all that matters.Until her…
Lily Tennison has “complication” written across her beautiful face. But I can’t get involved. The timing’s all wrong. But she’s under my skin, and I can’t resist her troubled eyes and sweet smile. And I do have a little time to kill. Not much, just a few days in Dallas.
So I’ll scratch the itch and move on, like I always do.
Simple, right?
5 Stars
“‘Before you get all starry eyed, you should know I haven’t had a girlfriend since the eleventh grade. So I probably suck at it.’”
Cameron Noble, known to his fans as Cameron Knight, is the guitarist in a Texas rock band, Caged. Feel free to get starry eyed though because Cameron is such a cutie, and while he didn’t used to do the dating thing, he sure is sweet, sexy, and chivalrous about it when he meets Lily Tennison.
Lily might just be Cameron’s match. Though her job puts her at his disposal, she often gets the upper hand on him. I chuckled out loud at the personal shopping part. Lily is smart, talented, and sweet. Her socialite parents have disowned her for switching majors and her stress induced speech impediment is an embarrassment to her mother.
“‘Maybe the words don’t come because they don’t want to leave those beautiful lips any more than I do.’”
Ahhh. Take a moment to swoon a little more at Cameron. Need another moment? Try a glimpse at a frustrated but very turned-on Cameron:
“‘I swear, Lily. I will tie you up if you don’t quit.’ I trudged toward the first group of lights. Telling her I wouldn’t f*ck her was not only a lie. It was a damn lie. It would be a miracle if we made it to her front door and a bigger miracle if we made it to a bed.”
I read this story when I was suffering from not one but two book hang-overs, and this was a great cure! It’s cute, sexy, and light-hearted. It’s told entirely from Cameron’s first person POV, and is a great start to the Sixth Street Band series.
Are Cameron and Lily simply “killing time” together or can Cameron swallow his fears and make it something more permanent?
If you enjoy rocker romances, you’ll want to make sure to be one-clicking a copy of this one. Cameron is easily book boyfriend material, and Lily is a very likable heroine that you root for. I hope to see more of them in future books.
So…what to expect next in the Sixth Street Band series? Keep reading for an interview with author Jayne Frost. But first enjoy this excerpt or 1-click now!
~Excerpt~
Ch 2: When Cameron Knight Meets Lily
[The band has arrived at their hotel, a special arrangement due to over-eager paparazzi.]
My gaze fell on the figure that exited through the wooden doors a few yards away. Her blond hair swung from side to side, mimicking the sway of her hips. A smile played across her lips, crinkling the corners of her piercing blue eyes. My heart nearly stopped.
“Dude, close your mouth.” Sean knocked shoulders with me when he stepped to my side.
Giving him a sidelong glance, I saw Logan smiling appreciatively at the girl, looking her up and down. No way. Stepping away from them, I nearly knocked her over in my attempt to reach her before she got caught in Logan’s crosshairs.
Startled, she looked up at me, tucking a wisp of hair behind her ear. Fuck me, the girl was hot. Taking off my sunglasses, I gave her the most seductive grin I could muster.
Nothing.
“Mr. Noble?” She glanced down at the paperwork in her hand without acknowledging my lame attempt at flirtation. “Knight, actually.” I was hoping for a glimmer of
“Knight, actually.” I was hoping for a glimmer of recognition
Her brows knitted together, causing an adorable little crease to form on her forehead.
I was Cameron Noble. At least that’s what my birth certificate said. But I dropped that shit as soon as Caged had a single on the charts, changing my name to Knight. My old man, Tyler Noble, the drunk that chased fame his whole life, was not going to get a nod of acknowledgment from me for anything I achieved.
“But you can call me Noble.” Not to be deterred by her cool demeanor, I quirked a brow and leaned in. “Or anything else you want, as long as you say it with a smile.”
Laughing nervously, she stuck out her hand. “I’m Lily Tennison. I’ll be your personal events coordinator while you’re here.”
Taking her hand, I squeezed it gently. “I like the sound of that.”
She took a step back, slipping her hand free. “Your brother explained the situation. If you would follow me to my office, I’d be happy to go over a list of the amenities and services we offer here at The Mansion. I’ll also take care of any special requests you might have.” Looking over my shoulder at Logan and Sean, she gave them a cheery smile. “Gentlemen, welcome to The Mansion.”
Turning, she walked briskly toward the building, ignoring the snickers that erupted from our group.
“Special requests?” Logan chuckled, lowering his tone to nearly a whisper. “I’ve got her special request—right here.” He grabbed his crotch, waggling his brows at me.
Slapping him on the back of the head, I followed her into the lobby, putting some distance between me and the two asshats I was with. The guys couldn’t hold it together for one fucking minute without acting like horny teenagers.
My cock stirred when the slit up the back of Lily’s pencil skirt opened as she walked, showing a nice expanse of her silky thighs. Scowling, I looked down at my boots. Logan and Sean might have been acting like horny teenagers, but I was the one sporting a hard-on. Perfect.
The lobby was decorated with huge vases of freshly cut flowers and cushy, leather chairs with side tables made of rich, dark wood. Following Lily past the polished marble front desk, I noticed a number of guests staring in our direction.
“Over here we have our lounge and our steakhouse.” Lily looked over her shoulder, giving a nod in the direction of the dimly lit space. “They are open for dinner only. Per your brother’s request, I’ve secured a chef to take care of your meals, en suite. However, you can order anything off the menu and have it delivered, if you prefer.”
Nodding, I kept my eyes trained on her face, hoping my cock would go into hibernation. Lily’s tongue darted out, sweeping her lip when she looked down at her paperwork. A perfect, pink tongue. Caressing the softest, pinkest lips I’d ever seen in my life.
She disappeared ahead of us, turning down a hallway where the executive offices were housed. I took the opportunity to stick my hand in my pocket and adjust my erection.
“You got a problem there, son?” Logan clapped my shoulder as he strode past me.
“Mind your own damn business,” I muttered, moving to his side. “And stop with the fucking sex jokes.”
Logan gave me a sidelong glance, peering at me over his sunglasses. “Dude, I’m not the one with the semi.”
Rolling my eyes, I stepped through the door of Lily’s large office. A leather sofa was pushed against the wall. Three winged chairs with rich upholstery sat in front of the large cherry desk. Oil paintings and other artwork hung on every wall. I wandered over to a group of four charcoal sketches next to the window.
A large “L” with a small flower dotted the right-hand corner of each one. The gritty cityscapes didn’t match the rest of the office’s motif.
“These are really nice.” I nodded appreciatively, leaning in closer to examine the details before turning to her.
“Um, t-thanks,” she stammered. The crease in her brow grew more pronounced when she noticed me looking at her. She dropped her eyes to the paperwork on her desk. I grinned, ambling over to take a seat in the winged chair in front of the desk.
“I’ve taken the liberty of contacting a personal shopper at Neiman Marcus.” She lifted her gaze, taking in our tattered jeans and t-shirts. “If you could provide me with your sizes, I’ll have some things brought over for you until you can retrieve your luggage from the Omni.”
“Is there something wrong with the way we’re dressed?” Logan removed his sunglasses, leaning forward and propping his elbows on his knees.
“Absolutely not.” She shifted in her seat. “I assumed since you didn’t have any clean clothes, you might want to order a few things. It’s totally up to you. There’s no dress code on the property, with the exception of the hotel dining area.”
Clasping her hands on top of the paperwork on her desk, she gave us a sincere smile. “Look, y’all, I’m here to help. I’m sorry to hear about your friend.” Her gaze fell on mine, holding it for a second. “Is he all right, if you don’t mind me asking?”
“Fine,” I said, studying the blue depths of her irises. “Just a little banged up.”
She nodded sympathetically. “Let me get this paperwork out of the way. I’m sure you’ve had a trying day.”
Turning to the computer on the side table, she punched in the information from the sheet of paper on her desk. A few minutes later she stood, handing each of us a fat envelope.
“It was nice to meet y’all.” She extended a hand to Logan, and then to Sean. “Please let me know if I can be of any assistance during your stay. The bungalows are out back, at the far end of the property. Would you like me to call for a cart to take you there?”
“I’m sure we’ll manage,” Logan said with a chuckle, giving her a wide grin. “Thanks for all your help.”
He nodded at Sean, who thanked Lily as well before following Logan out of the office. She stepped around the desk and clasped her hands in front of her. I waited until the guys were out of earshot and closed the distance between us.
“So what do you do for fun around here?”
That perfect, pink tongue darted out again. I assumed she wasn’t aware of what she was doing, but I couldn’t tear my gaze from her lips. An arc of electricity flowed between us, drawing me to her like a magnet.
“Um...” She trailed off, seeming unsure of her words. “I’ve enclosed this brochure in the envelope I gave you. We have—”
“I mean, what do you do for fun, Lily?” Placing a hand on her arm, the hair on the back of my neck stood on end. Definitely electricity.
Staring at me for a moment, her arm dropped limply to her side. “I work.” She smiled up at me. “And I go to school. I don’t have much time for fun.”
With that, she stepped toward the door, holding it open. Nodding, I shoved the envelope in my back pocket, leaning toward her on my way out. She smelled just like the freshly cut flowers in the lobby. Like a spring day.
“That’s a shame, Lily. Everyone could use a little fun.”
It took a shitload of self-control not to look back when I sauntered down the hallway.
Before I made it five steps, the door clicked shut behind me.
5 Questions with Jayne Frost
Q1. How did you get started writing, and what is your favorite part of the writing process?
A. I can’t remember a time I didn’t write. I clearly remember writing my first little book when I was ten. I used yarn to hold the pages together! My favorite part of the writing process is the spark. The idea. I write all kinds of notes on the characters; who they are, what the do. And the story develops from there.
Q2. What real life bands do you follow? Did you have a playlist while writing Gone for You?
A. Wow. There are so many. I love all kinds of music. Right now, I’m really into Shinedown. I look at songs as three or four minute stories. Of course, if Pearl Jam or Nirvana is on when I pull my car in the garage, I’m sitting in the car until the song is over. And I live in Las Vegas …where it’s 100 degrees in the shade. THAT’S commitment!
I have a playlist that I listen to for every book, or short story I write. Here is the Spotify playlist for Gone for You. (See below).
Q3. What was your inspiration for Cameron and Lily’s characters and/or their story?
A. I wanted to write a romantic book about Rock and Roll that was a little different. Instead of one band, I wanted a group of bands. The 6th Street Bands. I decided to introduce the series outside of Austin , and use the band Caged as a newcomer to this group of really popular bands already on the scene. Cameron is the creative force behind Caged, and Lily is the lucky girl he takes back to Austin !
Q4. Do you have a favorite scene from the book?
A. I have so many! I really like the scene at the ballet. I think you get a good understanding of Lily’s background. Also, you see how much Cameron cares for her.
Q5. What can you tell or tease readers about the next book in the Sixth Street Band series? Will future books be on the other members of Caged?
A. Next stop: Austin ! The members of Caged will be back, and I will introduce the rest of the 6th Street bands. The last Chapter in Gone for You gives some pretty big clues as to where the series is headed. There are several books planned for this series.
All I can say is look out for Logan Cage. HOT! And definitely worth the wait.
Thanks Jayne! Can't wait to read the next one!
Thanks Jayne! Can't wait to read the next one!
~Playlist~
Tunes make writing a lot easier! Well, sometimes. Here's a few that inspired me while I wrote Gone for You!
As a writer, you would think that would be a simple question…but it’s not. I spend so much time living in my characters heads, listening to their voices, that sometimes I forget about my own.
I guess I should start with the basics: the backstory. I was born and raised in California. At this point, I’m usually asked what it was like to grow up near the beach, but sadly, I don’t know. I grew up in the “other” part of California. Perfect for an aspiring writer, if you ask me. You learn a lot about keeping yourself busy when the nearest house is a mile away…and it belongs to your grandparents.
I spent all my time with my nose in a book, living vicariously through the characters, until I wrote a book of my own. I was ten at the time. It was a scintillating piece that cast the family pet as the protagonist.By the time I went to high school, I moved on to romance. Why? Because I met my very own prince charming. I wrote love poems in my journal about the green-eyed boy who stole my heart. He promised, the way all storybook heroes do, to sweep me away and take me on a grand adventure. And he did.We picked up and moved to the Lone Star State and began the story of us. The best stories begin without a road map or a compass. Veering off course makes the journey so much more interesting.
True to form, just when I thought my life was set, we started the next adventure. I traded in my cowboy boots and followed my green-eyed boy to Las Vegas. My home will always be in Texas, but my heart is anywhere that he is. Our beautiful daughter made the journey with us. Our son stayed in Texas, to write his own story.
Somehow, in the midst of the chaos that is our life, I find time to write. Writing is what I love. I might stray from romance every now and then if that is what moves me…but I always come back. Some of the stories don’t seem romantic at all. They are gritty stories about flawed characters that find each other and hold on tight. Those are the stories that speak to me. Because that’s life. I believe that every story should have a happy ending—even the difficult ones.You can find me at Twitter at @jaynefrostbooks, Facebook, Pinterest, and my website.
a Rafflecopter giveaway
No comments:
Post a Comment