Backstage Pass

Sinners on Tour Series, Book 1

By: Olivia Cunning

Narrated by: Justine O. Keef

Length: 12 hrs and 33 mins

Publisher's summary

It's been months since Brian Sinclair, lead guitarist for the famous rock band Sinners, composed anything. Unable to write the music that once flowed so naturally, Brian is lost without his musical mojo. But when sexy psychology professor Myrna Evans comes on tour to study groupie mentality, Brian may have found the spark he needs to reignite his musical genius. When lust turns to love, will Brian be able to convince Myrna that what they have is more than just a fling, and that now that he's found his heart's muse, he doesn't want to live without her?

©2010 Olivia Cunning (P)2012 Tantor

Critic reviews

"An erotic foray into the behind-the-scenes world of a heavy metal band." ( Fresh Fiction)

My favorite book... put into audio!

Where does Backstage Pass rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

I would say this is in the top three. This was my absolute favorite book on Kindle. I couldn't wait for it to come out on audio.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Backstage Pass?

There is a little bit of everything in the book. My favorite part is the humor between the bandmates and the hopeless romantic Brian.

Which character – as performed by Justine O. Keef – was your favorite?

Myrna.
Justine tries very hard to make the guys sound like rock stars, but there is only so much a women can emulate a males' voice (especially screaming) without being a male herself. :)

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Both. Olivia Cunning does a GREAT job of pulling you into the story completely.

Any additional comments?

This is by far one of my favorite books. It is probably too explicit for some listeners, but if you can handle Fifty Shades or similar, you will love this book! I cant wait for the others to come out on audio. I already own all of her books that are out on my Kindle!

ROCK BAND LOVE TAKE 1... YES!!!!

Sinners on TOUR!!! What ... Amazing... Master Sinclair!!! Soooo totally goood. I loved this book. I was so not expecting this, but WOW. From Chapter 1 I was blow away by Professor Sex... OMG! Loved it. Two people who should not be together that are so totally perfect for each other. I love it. I was shock too at the end when I found out about TREY... WHAT!!! U Gotta listen to know what I am talking about... Trust when I say, you won't be disappointed. Master Sinclair creates the great music riffs when making love... how perfect... Right...???

Totally buy or credit. This is totally worth it.

Narration was just awesome.

Soooooo enjoyed this book!

If you could sum up Backstage Pass in three words, what would they be?

Love,Love and more Love! <3

Who was your favorite character and why?

Nooooo can't pick one...sorry... loved them all! Except maybe Jeremy :/

What about Justine O. Keef’s performance did you like?

Everything!!!! Justine is an awesome narrator!!!!
Love you Justine and thank you! You made these books for me - I actually love listening to them more than reading on my Kindle...

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

You can say that again!!!! Funny, emotional, cute, full of love and great sex scenes! This is my first book by Olivia and she has me forever.<3

Any additional comments?

I really enjoy how these books make you feel like you are right there with them - such a great read ! Well worth a credit!

HOT! HOT! Steamy HOT!

What can I say. The reviews were true. I loved this book and immediately started the 2nd book. I loved the characters. Overall the book has a story line and really, really hot, steamy sex scenes. I will admit that the narrator was a little off putting at the beginning. After reading other books I found her slow and she sounds older then what the voices in my head would sound. However, a few chapters in and she had me hooked. I think she is the best narrator for having to play 5 different male voices and making them sound masculine and all individually unique. You cannot help but fall in love with each character. I cannot decide who I like more. One book ends that then next picks up right up where it left off. This is worth the credit:) I really enjoy books that have an ongoing story line and I like the fact that all the characters show up in the other books. Once you start you can't put it down and you can't wait to find out what happens next. I also like that even though there is a lot of sex in the book there is still a plot and it keeps you wanting more. Enjoy:)

One HOT READ!

Man is this one SPICY HOT read!! icon smile Audiobook Review: Backstage Pass by Olivia Cunning I hate to admit this book has been on my TBR for a LONG time. I have the ebook, but I am so behind on my reading it will get read faster if I do the audio. There was an audio sale and BOOM, I had to get it. I seriously think I’m hooked on the Sinners now. LOL I already bought the next audio.

Brian was/is my favorite SEXY rock star that I’ve read to date. He was a total rock star but didn’t exude the douche bag feel which was great. He felt real.

Merna was a breathe of fresh air. She was nothing like any other heroine’s that I’ve read before. She’s HIGHLY educated and is a Professor of, here’s the best part, Sex Education. LOVE IT!!! I’m glad that she’s not a free loader, groupie because that would NOT have made for a great story. She wasn’t afraid to experiment (maybe a little TOO much at times). The chemistry was off the charts between Merna and Brian.

I liked hearing about life on the road with rockers. Each one of the band mates has a completely unique personality and I can’t wait to hear each of their stories. If you’re looking for a sexy rocker story, LOOK NO FURTHER!!

Narrator note: I thought that Justine did a fantastic job. I will tell you though that I had to speed the narration up to 1.5x speed (first time ever) because the pauses were just way too far apart for my liking and it was driving me nuts.

Hot Rock Star Romance

Have you listened to any of Justine O. Keef’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No, but I thought Justine did a great job switching between so many characters...especially so many male voices. I really enjoyed this narration!

Any additional comments?

This was a fun and hot listen... It had a LOT of sex in it, which is fine, but I would have liked a little more story, too!

Steamy, Sexy, Sluty!!!

This book was about a female college professor who was forced by her past to live as an introvert. Myrna, the unconventional groupie that no one ever expects to be a fan of a rock band, becomes enthralled by having a one night stand with her favorite guitar player, Master Sinclair. Brian, the devastatingly gorgeous lead guitar player is heartbroken again after falling in love with a band groupie who sleeps with his band mate. By chance Myrna meets her favorite rock band and begins to live out her deepest sexual fantasies with her favorite music idol, Master Sinclair, and becomes his greatest fan. They become each other’s fantasies. The sex is awesome and not for the faint at heart. Brian lays it down and Myrna lets go of her inhibitions. Like every budding relationship, Brian and Myrna carry along baggage that somehow makes its way on the tour bus. The rest of the band, in one way or another, willing takes part in keeping the relationship intact.

This book fulfilled all my expectations. I can recall my groupie days, following my favorite band and finding it easy to slip into the mode of wanting to do anything just to be able to touch the idol of my affection. I remember standing alongside the stage trying to swindle a backstage pass out of the bodyguards. I remember working at certain venues because I knew my favorite artist would perform there. The lengths that people would go through as a groupie was overwhelming.

Olivia Cunning did a great job showing the depth of each character. I just knew that she would invest time in letting every character be known and have a purpose. Thus, reading the next book in the series is a must. Although Sinners is a fictional band they could be any music group or icon of any genre.

LOVED IT!

Any additional comments?

I can't even begin to tell you how much I loved this book. I read it first and then bought the audio book. Olivia writes the characters so well. I fell in love with Myrna and Brian. Humorous and sexy. I love the whole band aspect and it is written so well. The narration is awesome. I will listen to this again and again. Absolutely loved it.

Finally

Finally a book with the kind of kinky sex I can get behind! story was great but the big climax of the bad was a little disappointing I was waiting for her to get her or kidnapped something but no. other then that it was good little long but good.

Great Book, Great Series

Would you listen to Backstage Pass again? Why?

I have already listened to this book several times. The characters and story line kept my interest.

Any additional comments?

Each book focuses on one member of the band and is told from that person's perspective. The books should be read in order as the books build upon each other and cover some previous story line but told from another character's perspective. By the end of the series, I felt that I really knew these people. For some unknown reason, books 1,2,3, and 5 are currently available. Book 4 has an August 2013 release date.