Infamous

A Rockstar, Second Chance Romance (Kings of Capital)

De: Ivy Wild

Narrado por: June DeBorahae, James Cassidy

He shouldn’t look at me like this… but with him, resisting was never an option. Coming home wasn’t part of the plan.

But one scandal, one ruined career, and here I am—back at the university, starting over.

And then I see him. Connor Driscoll. My ex-best friend, the one I left behind without a word… and now my boss.

To him, I’m a reckless memory, someone he shouldn’t trust.

To me, he’s temptation and danger wrapped into one—all lean muscles and brooding stares that leave me breathless.

He thinks I’ll stay out of his way, that I won’t cross the line again.

But that was before… when he didn’t look at me like this.

Because in my story, it’s our past that might burn us both.

Infamous is a standalone romance with second chance, popstar/rockstar, professor/student, employer/employee themes and an HEA.

©2021 Ivy Wild (P)2025 Blue Nose Publishing

So damn hot!!

Whew!! 🥵

Connor’s mouth is just FILTHY! 😍 he’s so controlling in the bedroom! It’s his way or no way & I think it just makes his mouth even hotter.

Second Chance Romance w loads of spice

this is a second chance, rockstar, professor/student romance.
Sophie the pop star who leaves the limelight to go back to school and get her degree where she runs into her highschool best friend Connor, who is her professor and hasn’t quite gotten over his feelings for Sophie.

i did listen to this as an ALC- narration was executed exceptionally well by June Deborahae as Sophie and James Cassidy as Connor. June portrayed Sophie’s attitude perfectly and James dominated Connor’s growly persona. i truthfully believe the audiobook made me want to keep reading, they portrayed the characters emotions so well and the duet narration really helped with the push and pull.

now, im giving this a 3.5- the story itself wasn’t really for me. the narration is what kept me invested in the story but i didn’t really love Sophie as a character and i felt like there was a lot of drawn out sex scenes when we should have been getting more plot than spice. don’t get me wrong, i loveee a spicy book but when the book has a plot that is very important to the story and im not getting enough information i find i skim a lot of the spice.

all in all- i loved the narration, the story was definitely steamy and it lived up to the second chance romance genre.

“Duet Narration That Brings the Heat

Sophie Strong thought selling her soul to fame would bring her everything: fortune, fans, the dream life. Instead, it left her hollow, hated, and infamous. And no matter how far she runs, Connor Driscoll is always there. The man she left behind. The man she doesn’t deserve. The man who refuses to let her go.

I expected Sophie to be a larger-than-life pop star, but what I got was something far more raw—her vulnerability and brokenness made her surprisingly relatable. Connor, on the other hand, completely took me by surprise. The sweet boy from her past has transformed into a confident, commanding professor who knows exactly what he wants. His dirty talk alone? Melt-worthy. 🔥 Pair that with how protective and grounding he was with Sophie, and he easily became my favorite part of the story.

The chemistry between them is undeniable. Their push and pull kept me hooked, and the steam was seriously scorching. 🥵

What really elevated this audiobook was the duet narration. June deBorahae captured Sophie’s fragility and fire with such emotion, while James Cassidy embodied Connor with that deep, magnetic authority that made every scene crackle. They were fantastic together and made the story impossible to put down.

4.75 stars

This was so good! If you love friends to lovers and second chance romance. Check this out! Sophie is a singer that writes her own music. When she gets an offer of her life she can't say no. Connor and Sophie part ways and see eachother again years later. Sophie is now an intern at Connor's business and he's Sophie's new boss. The more time they spend together the more their attraction starts to grow again.

Like book 1 this was also told in multiple povs. I loved the characters. Although they were flawed there was a realness to them. Connor was Sophie's biggest supporter. He was loyal to her. Sophie had a passion for music, which I loved. She made music that spoke to her soul. I loved the drama and heartache. It was a rollercoaster of emotions for me. I loved the angst and all the sexual tension.

As for the audiobook narration, it's fantastic! Performed in duet by June Deborahae and James Cassidy. These two were perfect as Sophie and Connor. They embodied their characters and brought out all the emotions with their expressive tones. June conveyed Sophie with a soft, delicate tone. James conveyed Connor with a deep baritone that exuded his broody nature. Together with the duet narration, they elevated the story for me. I highly recommend the audiobook.

Spicy Second Chance Pop Star Romance

Book 2 of the Kings of Capital series captured my attention and I seriously considered taking a day off from work just to listen. The writing is brilliant, focusing on the relationship between Sophie Strong, disgraced pop-star, and her former best friend, Connor Driscoll. As the story unfolds in both current time and flashbacks, we find a tangled story of a manipulated teen girl just looking for her break into the music business. The levels of manipulation go far deeper than the reader could imagine. Ivy writes villains incredibly well, and there are an abundance in this story. Toss in Skylar, the quirky best friend and valiant champion of Sophie, and you've got a fabulous story.

I read a lot of romance, so steamy scenes are not new to me. However, this book elevated those scenes. CHAPTER 13. M'AM. Ivy's carefully crafted spicy details paint quite the erotic scene. You can tell that Sophie and Connor were simply marking time in their lives until they found their way back to each other. Once they do, their chemistry is electric and you can't but fall in love with the way they love each other.

The narration for this story is fantastic. June DeBorahae and James Cassidy are magic in this duet narration. June captures something special and just IS Sophie. James gives a great performance as Connor, but really shines as the skeevy music producers. He creeped me out in the way his narration should have. I can't wait to jump into book 3!

interesting ...

Sophie
College girl with a guitar and dreams to be something bigger, be "some one" but when dreams lead to heartache 💔. The loss of the best friend she ever had but could he of been more? Stubbornness, Naivety of being young, Needing a new beginning after your life just unravels....

Connor
In love with his best friend from the beginning but never having the courage to SAY SOMETHING... turning into a business giant and still staying humble is this man's greatest quality. When Sophie turns back up into his life, his next steps need to be planned carefully.

I enjoyed this story, it was fast paced and got you where you needed to go. It was emotional and growth of people's minds and hearts.

ALC REVIEW
STORY: 4 🌟
NARRATORS: 5 🌟
DUET

solid second-chance romance

Infamous by Ivy Wild is a second-chance romance with all the hallmarks—old friends, unresolved feelings, and chemistry that refuses to stay buried. Sophie, a pop star who burned too bright and fell hard, comes back to finish her degree and escape the chaos of fame. What she doesn’t expect is to run headfirst into Connor, the boy she left behind. Except now, Connor isn’t that quiet college best friend anymore. He’s successful, confident, and still deeply in love with her.

Let me start with my favorite part: the narration. I already knew it was with two of my favorite voice actors, but this was my first experience listening to June Deborahae and James Cassidy together, and they delivered. June brought Sophie’s frustration, shame, and her softer moments of longing to life so well. James Cassidy as Connor? Absolutely nailed the balance between protective alpha and wounded best friend. His delivery made Connor’s dirty talk and fierce devotion even more addictive. The duet narration really made the push-and-pull between Sophie and Connor come alive, and I think their performances elevated the whole story.

While I enjoyed this book, the pacing sometimes stumbled under the weight of too many drawn-out sex scenes. Don’t get me wrong, I love steam, but there were moments I wanted a little more focus on the external conflict and emotional fallout. A bit more balance between plot and passion would’ve pushed this for me.

Overall, Infamous is a pretty solid second-chance romance with unforgettable steam, a hero worth swooning over, and narration that brings the characters to life. I didn’t fully connect with all aspects of the story, and I would’ve loved a bit more balance between the passion and the plot, but I still really enjoyed the ride. A good read I’d recommend to fans of steamy, drama-tinged romances, especially in audio.

Second Chances, First-Class Drama!

Infamous by Ivy Wild is the second book in the Kings of Capital series, and it delivers an emotional, tension-filled ride with a second chance romance at its core.

This story follows Connor and Sophie, two people who shared a strong connection in their youth but were torn apart just as they were on the cusp of something more. Years later, fate brings them back together, but with a lot of old wounds, misunderstandings, and outside forces determined to keep them apart, their reunion is anything but simple. It’s equal parts angsty and heartfelt, with plenty of drama to keep the pages turning. Ivy Wild weaves in themes of trust, ambition, and redemption while showing how messy and complicated love can be when the past isn’t fully resolved.

Now onto the audiobook and honestly, this is where the story truly shines. June deBorahae embodies Sophie beautifully, bringing out her vulnerability, resilience, and spark. You can feel her emotions in every word. James Cassidy as Connor is absolutely commanding, he nails the broody, determined energy while also handling a wide range of male voices with ease. The duet narration style elevates the experience, making every interaction between Connor and Sophie that much more powerful and immersive.

If you enjoy second chance romance with a mix of emotional intensity, drama, and a dash of glitz from the music world, Infamous is one to check out. And if you can, definitely go for the audiobook, you won’t regret it.

Excellent Story & Narration🎧Riveting & Emotional!

Ivy Wild blows me away with another amazing novel, a standalone romance set in her “Kings of Capital” series that hooks you in right from the start and will easily become your obsession. I couldn’t put down the book, with its original story and interesting storylines, a second chance like no other. Sophie Stronglen and Connor Driscoll were best of friends, each other’s person, and the feelings they shared for one another were morphing into something so much more. Connor was ready for their relationship to move to another level, but when a scout from a record label approaches Sophie after playing a gig with an offer, she jumps on it, despite Connor’s skepticism. It was all a whirlwind after that, signing a contract with the record label, and she is on her way to becoming the next big pop star. The only thing she did not have was Connor, and they fell out of touch. Sophie broke his heart by leaving and never looking back, but he went on and became his own success in business and real estate. When Sophie’s career tanked, she went back to finish college and ran into Connor, and he was nothing like he was when she left, and whether it was fate or the universe working against her, the company she is interning at is his. Connor was still angry with Sophie, but he never got over her, and he still harbored feelings for her, and they were not one-sided feelings. Sophie was trying to stay under the radar and away from the press, who were brutal with her scandal and career fallout. But a tip-off to the press erases her anonymity, forcing her to face her past once more, and while she doesn’t know is, she is not in the fight alone this time. There is never a dull moment in this wonderfully written, multi-layered story, a cleverly plotted story with the perfect balance of drama, angst, twists and turns, heartfelt emotions, and steamy romance. The music industry is not an easy one to make it in, and my heart went out to Sophie for all she endured, and I was rooting for her the entire time, I was rooting for her and Connor to make it as a couple too. Ivy Wild, thank you for another amazing story and emotional rollercoaster ride.

🎧📚🎧 And for the amazing audiobook production, June Deborahae and James Cassidy, an ideal pairing and cast to bring these characters to life, and with character voices that were fitting, they delivered a superb portrayal of each. Deborahae was Sophie, grasping every aspect of her personality, from her vulnerabilities to her strength and determination. Cassidy nailed it as Connor, showcasing his personality and demeanor perfectly, from his alpha and confident side to his caring and passionate side. Both were fantastic at voicing the side and secondary characters, giving each their own distinct voice, making it easy to tell who was who. They set the right tone for the story, conveyed all the characters’ emotions and had you feeling them all. These entertaining storytellers are a pleasure to listen to, and their captivating performance keeps you glued to the story.

Great Audio, sweet story

A great audio and sweet story about Sophie and Conner. Former best friends who were forced apart by Sophie’s sudden stardom and left alone to pick up the pieces. They both had unresolved feelings, but went on with life the best they knew how. But when Sophie returns home after a scandal, she feels like a failure and a burden. Circumstances will bring her and Conner back together for another chance at love.
The duet narration of this audio was so well done and these narrators are some of my absolute favorites. June Deborahae and James Cassidy are both magic on their own, but put them together and you won’t want to listen to anything else. If you love rockstar romance, second chance love and a man who will do anything for his woman I think you’ll love Infamous.

Thanks so much to @bluenoseaudio for the opportunity to listen and provide this honest review.