Review: Hard Rhythm by Cecilia Tan

Posted January 22, 2017 by Cocktails and Books in Reviews / 0 Comments

Review: Hard Rhythm by Cecilia TanHard Rhythm by Cecilia Tan
Series: Secrets of a Rock Star, #3
Published by Forever Publication Date: January 31st 2017
Pages: 336
Also in this series: Taking the Lead, Wild Licks
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four-stars

Are they ready to go all the way?
Maddie Rofel has seen it all. Even the kinkiest games she witnesses working as a hostess in L.A.'s most exclusive private sex club fail to shock her, much less turn her on. Until the night she has a very personal encounter with drummer Chino Garcia, and the two discover an intimate connection neither can deny. Suddenly the jaded hostess is softening under Chino's touch, and submitting in ways she never expected . . .
All his life, Chino has been running from something. Normally he beats back his demons by losing himself in his music. Now he's losing himself in Maddie. And, while it drives Chino wild when Maddie bares her body to him, what he really wants is for Maddie to bare her soul. For that, Chino will have to push Maddie past her furthest limits-and share his own dark secrets.

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This is the third book in the secrets of a Rock Star series.  The books are full of kinky sex and all the characters enjoy BDSM.  Each book features a different band member and this story features Chino, the drummer for the rock group, The Rough.  Chino is charming and fun, although he does have some secrets he is uncomfortable sharing with anyone.  He had a tough home life and he still worries about the family he left behind.

Madison is still trying to figure out what she wants to do with her life and at the moment, she holds a few different jobs.  Chino and Madison enjoy spending  time together and always have fun and a lot of hot sex.  Unfortunately, at first, Madison doesn’t trust Chino but as she gets to know him better she starts to let down her guard.  Chino seems to intuitively understand Madison needs and he is good for her in many different ways.

Chino and Madison help each other work through their issues.  When they meet everything just seems to click between them.  Chino is loving and patient with Madison and he is only interested in Madison.  He is a sensitive, caring guy who needs to be in charge.  Chino and Madison have a DOM/ sub relationship, which makes Madison nervous, she doesn’t like to give up control.  At first, Madison is afraid to be a sub but with Chino she is able to let down her guard. I liked both Chino and Madison and thought they make a great couple. This story is sexy, passionate, fun and emotional and there are interesting secondary characters which add to the story.