Audiobook Excerpt: Rogue Wave by J. Bengtsson

I love the CAKE Series and I cannot wait to listen to ROGUE WAVE, bk 5 in the series!

The audiobook release April 23, 2019!

Pre-order links coming soon!!

Below are three samples of the upcoming audiobook for you to check out!!

Rogue Wave
(The Cake Series, Bk #5)
by J. Bengtsson
Narrated by Andi Arndt and Alexander Kydd

Blurb:

A love story that survives the test of time.

Keith McKallister is the king of the stoners. You know the type. Every school has one – the hot, fun, dopey guy beloved by the student body but despised by, well, just about everyone else. He spends his early mornings in the ocean and his days trying to get to class on time. Life is as easy as it gets until one poor choice too many catches up with him and he’s forced to reevaluate his path. 

Samantha Anderson sits in the front row. You know the type. Every school has one – the quiet, faceless, studious girl who fears the taunts of her peers and fades into the background. Life has never been simple for Samantha, and it’s about to get a little more complicated when Keith slides into the seat beside her with a partnership plan designed for his benefit only. But what Keith brings to the table is more than either of them could imagine. 

Sometimes the person you least expect to make a difference will change your life forever. Sometimes the person you love the most might be better off without you.

*Although a part of the Cake Series, this book can be read as a standalone. 

Audiobook Review: CAKE:The Newlyweds by J. Bengtsson

CAKE:The Newlyweds
(CAKE series, bk 4)
by J. Bengtsson
Narrated by Andi Arndt & Joe Arden

Blurb:
You thought their story was over...but a love like theirs has no end.

Fate doesn't own Jake McKallister. At least, that's what he tells himself. Life is better than ever. He's at the top of his game, performing to sold-out crowds the world over. He has his health and a solid, fun-loving family to keep him grounded.

And he got the girl - the beautiful, quirky girl he's just made his wife.

Yes, life is good. If only fate would stop screaming in his ear.

Lucky is the best word for Casey McKallister. She has an awesome support system, a nerd's dream job at a prestigious accounting firm, and best of all, she's married to the hottest rock star to ever roam the Earth.

Yes, life is perfect...until it all comes crashing down around her.

They say love conquers all. That's what Jake and Casey are counting on.

Available for purchase at 

Audible | Kindle | Amazon Paperback

Viviana's Review:
I love this series and listened to all of the previous audiobooks. When I learned that J. Bengtsson had written a fourth book that circles back to the original couple, Casey and Jake, I immediately thought "oh awesome novella"! Turns out it a full length book! I was also a wee bit apprehensive to listen to this because the first time around with Jake and Casey was so perfect, I didn't want to be let down.

I did enjoy this audiobook overall! We got to hang out with the awesome McKallister family (love them) and got some to be there for some things like the wedding and the honeymoon and their life afterwards. Again, I liked and enjoyed the listen. However, I had a bit of an issue with the beginning... there's a bit of a jump in "timeline" and you're wondering what the heck is happening and why is Casey behaving the way she is. We learn lots of stuff as we listen to the book. With that said, there were a LOT (way to much IMHO) of instances where Casey shares with us her thoughts on how gorgeous, sexy, incredibly irresistible Jake is. Whether this is the first book in the series you read or if you've read all of the books in the series, one thing Casey does best is tell us how damn sexy, hot, gorgeous Jake is! I mean, I get it.... the man is FINE!! This felt like a filler in many instances and it felt a bit like a drag to the story as well. I found myself NOT devouring the audiobook or unable to put it down. It took me MUCH longer to finish this title than the previous books in the series and that left me feeling meh during the listen. During this part of the book, Casey's behavior was 'not her usual' and seemed off. We later learn why and we get a better understanding but

The good news is that as the book progress it gets better and what we're used (great bantering, moving storyline, plot that progress, etc.) re-emerges and all the reasons we love the series returns. 

The Narrators: 
OMG - they freaking rock! Truly kept this book going for me during the "meh" parts. Their performance conveyed the emotions the author was writing into each of the characters and story. Joe's performance of Jake was spot on! His comedic timing superb and heart wrenching when needed. 

Overall I enjoyed this installment though I think it could have been much better without the fillers. It may have been great if it was a novella or a shorter book. I do hope J. Bengtsson writes a few more books with the remaining McKallister family. I believe the majority of readers/listeners will love it.

Rating: 3.5 - I really liked it. 

Disclaimer:

I received a complimentary copy of this audiobook from the author in exchange for an honest review. This review is my own opinion and not a paid review. 

Cover Reveal: CAKE: The Newlyweds by J. Bengtsson

Jake and Casey are BACK! 

CAKE: The Newlyweds by J. Bengtsson 

is coming soon on February 28th!

Get ready for the sequel to the smash hit CAKE: A Love Story that has over 1700 reviews on Amazon!

You thought their story was over… but a love like theirs has no end. 

 Fate doesn’t own Jake McKallister. At least that’s what he tells himself. Life is better than ever. He’s at the top of his game, performing to sold-out crowds the world over. 

 He has his health and a solid, fun-loving family to keep him grounded. 

 And he got the girl - the beautiful, quirky girl he’s just made his wife. 

Yes, life is good. If only fate would stop screaming in his ear. 

Lucky is the word to best describe Casey McKallister. Life is not just great… it’s amazing. 

 She has an awesome, devoted support system, a nerd’s dream job at a prestigious accounting firm, and, best of all, she’s married to the hottest rock star to ever roam the earth. 

 Yes, life is perfect… until it comes crashing down around her.

 They say love concurs all. That’s what Jake and Casey are counting on.