Review: Fade to Red by Willow Aster (Goodreads Author)

Fade to Red by Willow Aster
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4,5 stars
Who has never fantasized about a rock star falling in love with you?

Sharing his magical and dazzling life with you. It’s the ultimate dream come true!! The perfect dream!!

Willow Aster’s Fade to Red, which can be read as a standalone, it does include Ian & Sparrow from True Love Story…which, if you haven’t read yet..you should, because it’s an absolutely amazing book, is the ultimate story of a rock star.

Fade to Red, a beautifully-crafted, well-written story gives you a backstage pass into the world of sex, drugs and rock and roll. A dazzling lifestyle of excess, full of egos, groupies, relentless paparazzi, the limelight where you are always in the public eye, the difficulties experiencing on touring and the fickleness in the industry.

REVIEW:

The story:
Roxie Taylor auditions for a part as a back-up dancer in Beckham Woods, hot superstar’s up-coming tour.

At the audition, Beckham feels some connection with Roxie, something stirs in his head about her but he just can’t say why. But there’s one thing he’s sure about…he wants her to be his back-up dancer…

There is a back-story about Roxie and Beckham and she knows exactly what it is….but she needs this job, she just needs to keep away from him.

Ian (from True Love Story) agrees to Beckham’s invitation to join his tour and also bringing his family with him…Sparrow and their baby daughter Journey.

A wild ride behind the scenes of t he tumultuous life of stardom, the chaos, the demands and even the dangers of stalkers.
And how strong and determined two people, true soulmatetes find it difficult to survive the demands this world expects.
The characters:

Roxie Taylor was such a strong and determined character. She took her responsibilities in life very seriously. She was prepared to deal with her feelings for Beckham if it meant her reaching her goal of keeping her son secure and safe.
Her attitude to life was pretty impressive. She knows what she wants in her life and is not afraid to do anything to get it. I loved her interaction with Beckham….even though at times I thought…hey, give the guy a break!!! He’s not the same person you knew then…this is now!!! But it did give Beckham a chance to do some groveling!!!! The chemistry between these two was undeniable….even if Roxie tried to resist it..

Beckham Woods, the ultimate and ultra famous rock star! Living the life he’s always dreamed for the last twenty years has come a long way since then. He has cleaned up his act, given up the mad world of drugs and drink and mindless sex and is now trying to decide what next in his life?

There was a vulnerability in him that endeared me to him. It wasn’t easy overcoming all the temptations he faced every day that could result in him relapsing into a downward spiral.

Leo,Roxie’s son. I fell in love with this kid. I couldn’t get enough of him. And yes, I could spend time hanging out with him too..
And yes, I cried a bit when I discovered who his father was!!!!!

Ian & SparrowI loved seeing these two again and not forgetting their little baby girl, Journey..how cool is that name?? Enjoyed how they became part of Beckham’s “family” on tour. And not forgetting some of those scenes between Ian and Sparrow. Let me tell you…the magic and sizzle is still very much there!!!!And Ian…swoon….he’s a total romantic…..

”We’ve already gone through hell, baby. It’s time for us to enjoy this heaven.”

The StalkerNever saw that coming. This is a dark and disturbed character when we finally discover the identity. Cleverly written that I never ever guessed who the person was.

The romance:
This was not an insta-love relationship between Beckham and Roxie. The moments of hope dashed by doses of realities, ups and downs. Heartache. Rejection. Not giving up.

"What do you want?"
"....I want you. Remember? I want everything."
“I want to believe I never really forgot,” he said quietly.

I loved that Beckham never gave up on Roxie. And that she was able to see the real man he was…loving, caring and yes, determined to show her his love for her….and what it meant!! Roxie admitting her feelings for Beckham…at last…

”She lived for more and when his mouth teased her lips, she stopped fighting it and kissed him with every shred of attraction, anger, and lust she felt for him.
Actually, it felt a lot more than that.
It felt like breath.
Fuel.
Home.”

The writing:
Beautiful writing style that flows effortlessly, fresh, fantastic character development, filled with mystery and suspense, romance and a pleasure to turn page after page.

Final Thoughts:
I absolutely loved this book. I loved the story trope and characters.
And the ending was….left wide open!!! Shock, you bet!!! Is there going to be another follow-up to Beckham and Roxie??? I hope so!!

Would I read this book again? YES, YES!!
Would I recommend this book? A definite YES!!

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