Not Another Love Song

De: Julie Soto

Narrado por: Savannah Peachwood, Oliver Clarke

Two string players fight their attraction for each other as they compete for center stage in this spicy and emotional romance from USA Today bestselling author Julie Soto.

When professional—and self-taught—violinist Gwen Jackson plays, she disappears into the peaks and valleys of each song, a quiet passion that never quite explodes into pure emotion. Xander Thorne is the exact opposite. A cellist and a rock star, he’s all about big emotion, but not even his six-foot-four frame can contain his skill, his genius...and an attitude that borders on jerkitude.

Not only did it take Xander a year to notice that he and Gwen both play in the Manhattan Pops, but he also always seems to have the perfect cutting criticism about her technique. When Gwen is offered the role of first chair of the orchestra, something Xander has secretly coveted for years, their existing hostility goes up a notch. Yet, despite her best efforts, Gwen can’t ignore the sizzling chemistry between them.

Forced to work more closely with each other, they can’t help exploring their attraction. As they begin to compose and play songs together, it’s clear that their powerful connection could make for a performance that would blow everyone’s minds. Suddenly, they’re box office dynamite, and the fragile romance growing between them is in danger of being crushed beneath a publicity stunt.

©2024 Julie Soto (P)2024 Forever

Reseñas de la Crítica

“Like the best of symphonies, Julie Soto’s book soars. (And I’ll never look at a cello quite the same way…)”—Jodi Picoult, #1 NYT bestselling author

Beautiful Writing

Beautifully written, love the way the music developed the love story. Narration matched the characters, well done.

God I love this book, this audio, just everything.

This book is just so good. I’m reminded of that every time I read or listen to it. The tension is written SO WELL. I’m not sure if it’s because I grew up playing music, but the scenes where they communicate through music, omg. I die. Those scenes make my heart absolutely THROB.

My only wish is that I wish I had more of Alex’s POV, but it’s really okay that we don’t. His chapters are really impactful.

I also just have to say, the way anxiety is written in this book is really heart wrenching.. coming from someone who suffers from extreme anxiety. I get so frustrated at certain parts, but then totally relate to them at the same time. It felt so real in that way.

I just adore this book. I come back to it kind of often because I love the way the romance is written. Highly recommend.

Julie Soto strikes again!

After falling in love with Soto’s writing style in Forget me Not, I've been anxiously awaiting another book and it did not disappoint!! I was immersed on the story from the beginning and as an artist and former orchestra kid, the passion for music shown by these characters made my heart sing. Soto captured the way music can show emotion and encourage deep connection between people, and the theme of it throughout the book contributed to capturing Alex and Gwen’s relationship in a way it couldn’t without it. I adore the characters, the cameos of Ama and Elliot, and the depiction of how the music industry is complex and the importance of copyright. The friendships depicted in the book warmed my heart and made me laugh. I enjoyed the display of healthy and playful relationships and chosen families. Thank you for another incredible book I’ll be rereading over and over! Can’t wait for the next one :)

Emotional and lovely story telling!

Love the plot line and the depth of characters. So many scenes are so believable and realistic

The characters were flawed which made them real

Always enjoy her writing, the plot and characters leaves me wanting more! The spice is just enough 👌🏾

Best last line of a book ever

I loved the print book when I first read it. So much I read it again immediately and then again. The audiobook didn’t disappoint. The narration was perfect. Best last line of a book ever.

So beautiful

So this is one of THOSE books—one of those dang books that is so amazingly beautiful that you spend forever wishing you could read it again for the first time. It is passionate, romantic, witty, and had me captivated from chapter 1. Gwen and Alex are without question one of my favorite couples I’ve ever read—ever, as in ever and ever and ever. Their partnership and connection gave me full body goosebumps and a longing for the book to go on longer as I neared the end. The supporting cast of characters added quality and richness to the story. The pacing was absolute perfection, no notes!! Fan-freakin-tastic. Left me in a total heart-eyed daze.

Best of the best

The character development, the storyline, the dialogue, the steamy parts… everything was literally perfect. I started reading around 6pm, went to sleep at some point, then picked it back up the moment I opened my eyes. If you want something that is going to have you by the collar until you’re through, this is it. This is a meticulously crafted story, it’s clear how much work went into to get it JUST right. I am utterly in love and will read this book again and again, which is rare for me. BRAVA!

The tension and emotion in the love story is amazing!

I loved the characters and the narrators ability to switch between characters. I just wish as a musician that there was a way to hear the music and see this story. I would if this book was made into a movie!

LOVED IT!

From the time I started it, and til the time I finished it I could not put it down. It sucks you in and doesn't let go!