Concerto was like a sarabande

Having read Overture, book 1 in the North Security series, I was anxious and excited to see what would happen to Samantha Brooks violin prodigy and Liam North, her once guardian and constant protector. I didn't love this book as much as Overture, but I find that to be a trend for me. I am not the person who is going to tell you that Empire Strikes Back was the best of the original Star Wars trilogy I always preferred Return of the Jedi. I think that is for a few reasons which are mirrored in this story. First, you know going into it that you will be left with a cliff hanger and the story will be unresolved. I feel that the second book is often used to set up the third, and so it doesn't hold its own the same way the first or third will. In the case of Concerto, I felt that Samantha was a little wishy washy in her resolve. In certain parts you would see her growing up, standing up, fighting back and holding her own, only to question her own confidence a few minutes later. There is a lot of push and pull between her and Liam, which is very realistic, but at the same time made it seem like the characters didn't know where they were going or what they really wanted. I found my self thinking "huh, really?" a few times when characters made decisions. That being said the last 1/4 of the book picked up speed and there was some great intrigue and action (both kinds ;)). I definitely enjoyed this book and i recommend that it be read or listened to. Grace Grant and Teddy Hamilton were stellar as always. I am really looking forward to reading Book 3. I received a copy of this audiobook and voluntarily give my review. - Audiobook Obsession Reviewer xoxo

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4 Push and Pull STARS

After the bomb that was dropped at the end of the first book protector Liam is out in full force. Loyalties will be questioned and divided. I love that Liam protects Samantha but I wish he would also let his guard down and let her in. Samantha shows growth in this book and doesn't just do as others want. I really liked that she stands up for herself. There is still plenty of answers to uncover so I'm on to the next book. Narration 4 STARS Just like in book 1 both narrators make it easy to follow along and get lost in the story. ☆Audiobook Obsession ☆

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Brilliant follow up

Skye Warren never misses a chance to show you what a master of romantic suspense she truly is. You are fully engaged from minute one. I can’t stress this enough you must listen to or read Overture prior to starting this. And these are both worth the credit. Don’t even try to figure out where this is going just enjoy the ride. There are so many twists and revelations you will always be on your toes. And in true Warren fashion there is steaminess for days. You are going to blush. I can’t compliment Grace Grant and Teddy Hamilton enough. They are wildly talented. If you haven’t had the pleasure of listening to this pair before do so immediately. You will start to listen to search out their work. They could make the phone book sexy. 🎧AudiobookObsession🎧

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Lots of Angst and a Surprise 3rd POV

Overall 3.5 stars Performance 4 stars Story 3 stars Concerto is book 2 in the North Security series and should only be read/listened to after Overture. Samantha and Liam's story picks up pretty much where book 1 left off, but overall there isn't a lot of action in the book. There's still angst galore in this taboo age gap romance, but it felt like the majority of the book was spent diving into the emotions and getting to know some of the supporting characters. The biggest surprise was the 3rd POV introduced briefly in the story and I'm really hoping that we see a book for him in the future. Teddy Hamilton's narration as Liam was amazing again, but there were more Samantha chapters, so a good portion of the book is performed by Grace Grant. Her male voices aren't my favorite and I'm still struggling a bit with her narration, but overall it was an enjoyable listen. The cliffhanger isn't bad in this one, but I still can't wait for Samantha and Liam's conclusion in Sonata to release! 🎧 Audiobook Obsession

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Full on emotions, suspense!

Samantha and Liam are a compulsive story! Reading Concerto had my heart racing... I was quickly flipping from page to page pouring through Sam and Liam's story. Warren is s masterful writer! She has the ability to turn her characters to real boys and girls... I was ensnared in this book. There's just no other way to say it. Concerto held me captive the entire day to get through all the words! Grace Grant and Teddy Hamilton narrate pure perfection! They are perfection separately and when they narrate together. Concerto’s narration was fabulous. The story itself was suspenseful and sexy. Obsessive. Hamilton’s and Grant’s narration had a way of pulling me into the story. They brought the characters to life with a real-life-like feel. #AudioObsession

Taboo and Sexy!

This book picks up where the last one left off. Sam left for the world tour concert and Liam went to Russia to find Sam's father, who is trying to kill her. Sam finds out that the concert is going to be different that anything else she has done. The record company teamed up with a videographer for some behind the scenes actions. The leads to Sam being caught in some pretty compromising positions with Liam and some conflicts with her fellow performers. In this book we really see Sam grow into a confident woman. She starts sticking up for herself a lot in this book. There are more sexy times with Liam but there is also more action and we meet Josh, Liam's brother. One spoiler- Sam will meet her father. This book ends in heartbreak but hopefully the next book will elevate all my fears. Once again this book has duel narration, which I love. Teddy and Grace compliment each other so well. I do love all Skye Warren books. #AudioObsessionReviewer.

another great story

I am loving Skye Warrens books more and more everyday. I loved this one almost more than the first! cannot wait for more! *AudioBook Obsession Reviewer*

I still want to throttle Skye!!

Yeah, I remember feeling like this after the first book! Seriously Skye?!?!? This storyline is great. The characters are likeable but the author is evil!!! Great narration from both Grace and Teddy. #audiobookobsessionreviewer

Book 2

Must listen to this series in order. I enjoyed this book but it is not what I expected. I don’t normally do suspense but it wasn’t to intense. Her dad was not a great man and she is paying for his wrong doings now. I really enjoyed the fun facts at the beginning of the chapters. There was some crazy revelations in this book. The narration was great. I recommend this book/series. 🎧Audiobook Obsession

Audiobook Obsession Review

This is book 2 in the North Security series. This is an age gap/guardian forbidden romance. However, I would put it in the suspense or romantic suspense category. The romance itself didn’t rev up until the end. In other words, the majority of the romance was angst driven. I found the back and forth exhausting, which I hate because I love the concept and premise. The suspense, however, was terrific. It does put you on the edge of your seat. The bits of information given at the beginning of each chapter are always interesting. Teddy Hamilton is great as always!