Turn It Up Series by Natalie Parker

Ben. They say love can happen again after loss. I’ve seen it, and I’ve heard of it, yet it still seems like a myth to me. Maybe because I’ve never opened myself to it. But now after a friend has pulled me out of the dark void, I’m seeing signs and feelings I thought were long dead are awakening. And I’m feeling them for Kasey. So many things about her set her far apart from all the rest but it’s her strength I love most about her. That and her little girl, Luna... moreBen. They say love can happen again after loss. I’ve seen it, and I’ve heard of it, yet it still seems like a myth to me. Maybe because I’ve never opened myself to it. But now after a friend has pulled me out of the dark void, I’m seeing signs and feelings I thought were long dead are awakening. And I’m feeling them for Kasey. So many things about her set her far apart from all the rest but it’s her strength I love most about her. That and her little girl, Luna. She deals with her own struggles like a champ but do I want to add the complication of loving a widower to her life? While I’m skeptical at first, with each passing day, the more I believe that there’s nothing she can’t do. Kasey. Men sure have a way of making me regret trusting them. Besides, I have enough to deal with being a single mother while battling my own demons. So it’s just me and my daughter. It’s better that way. She’s my best buddy and she’s enough. Would I like her to have a father and maybe even someone to love me too? Definitely. So I go on dates, hoping one will lead to someday meeting my daughter, but none of them have proven themselves worth the risk of shaking the foundation of the stable lifestyle I’ve built for her. But I’m faced with an unexpected challenge when I start to fall for a guy that’s already been introduced to her. A great guy, with a past of his own. Can he rebuild his broken soul and see me and Luna as his future? I want to believe he can. This story is intended for readers aged 18 and up. Certain scenes contain situations involving sensitive issues such as addiction and trauma that may be triggering for some individuals. Can be read as a stand alone but does contain spoilers from Where You Are (Book 4 in the series; Matt and Melanie's story). less

Josh. As the withdrawn, unsocial rhythm guitarist for one of the country’s hottest rock bands, my role in this world is like second nature. I’m not much of a people person, thanks to my upbringing, and have zero trust in those who try to get close. I play hard, both on and off stage, and with the exception of my bandmates, I have no interest in making connections, women included... moreJosh. As the withdrawn, unsocial rhythm guitarist for one of the country’s hottest rock bands, my role in this world is like second nature. I’m not much of a people person, thanks to my upbringing, and have zero trust in those who try to get close. I play hard, both on and off stage, and with the exception of my bandmates, I have no interest in making connections, women included. So I use my sparkling personality to maintain my broody image while shredding my guitar on stage, and keep people at a safe distance. Avoiding our new assistant on this tour should be a no-brainer. She’s everything I should want to push away :. Beautiful, smart, driven… and way too damn young. She’s even doing me a favor, ignoring me, content to leave me to my broody stewing… and it’s driving me out of my mind. Bobbi. All I’ve ever wanted to do is work in the music business, to learn the ropes from the ground up and be a band manager someday. So when the chance to intern on a rock tour for one of the most acclaimed bands in the country, I jump on it, determined to give it my all and not let anything get in the way of proving myself – including the band’s handsome but aloof guitarist. His snarky attitude and god-like physique are proving to be a harder challenge than I thought, however, but not nearly as much as the way he looks at me. While I’m determined not to be the cliché assistant that falls for her rock star boss, it’s near impossible not to crave his yearning and possessive gaze. The way he makes me feel like so much of both a woman and a girl is addictive, and I’m in danger of losing sight of what I came here to do. If anyone finds out about us, I could lose my chance at a future in the music industry. If I fall for him, I could lose myself. less