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Beyond The Music (The Rock Gods Book 7) Kindle Edition

by Ann Lister (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 out of 5 stars 506 ratings
Lincoln Stallworth, bass player for Black Ice, has quietly watched each of his band mates fall in love and has accepted the fact he'll probably never find the same for himself. He doesn't really believe in true love, couldn't fully understand the absurdity of it, or the notion there could be just one perfect person for everyone. A debilitating health issue began to shadow Lincoln in the middle of their last tour. As his physical symptoms worsen, Lincoln has to fight the urge to hide from the world and himself inside his estate.

Aaron Baylor enters Lincoln's life at his lowest point. Lincoln feels broken, damaged beyond repair, and he's ready to give-up. Aaron's patience and unwavering support slowly begin to pull Lincoln back to being present in his own life and gives him hope for a future and for love. Will Aaron be the glue that holds the broken pieces of Lincoln's life together? Can Lincoln fight his way back to good health and take a chance at love? Or will the task be too great for Lincoln to handle?
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  1. Book 7 of 11
    The Rock Gods
  2. Print length
    456 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publication date
    February 23, 2016
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    590 KB
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5 STAR REVIEW by Lisa ~ Turningthepagesatmidnight Book Blog

This review is the hardest one I've ever written for so many reasons. I was thinking back to when I opened up my kindle to the first page of Fall For Me--Dagger and Ryan's story. After finishing that book, I realized that I would follow Ann Lister and her Rock Gods the same way an addict needs their next fix. When it got to the point where I was starting to 'jones', Take What You Want was released. We met Alex, Chase, and Danni. That satisfied me for a bit until I needed the next, Make You Mine--Cooper and Jayson's heartfelt love story. Ann's timing with each new book was akin to being edged; waiting for the pleasure to finally makes its way with the release of another Rock God; Wheland and Rooster found love and a little kink in Looking at Forever. Following their story, Jared and Tony, the quiet duo who were joined at the hip, easily navigated their way from friends to lovers in Meant For Me. I was hanging on by a thread waiting for the next book, Fighting His Fire--Dante and Ashton's explosive and passionate story. There, we were treated to bathroom after bathroom being destroyed while in the throws of lust. Now, it's time to go Beyond the Music, where Lincoln has sat painfully quiet, patiently waiting his turn for his story to be told, his voice to be heard, his diagnosis to be named. Lincoln is beautiful. Inside and out, he is breathtaking and, Lincoln is sick. He's not sure why, but because of his symptoms, he fears his career as bass player for Black Ice might be over. The worst part of not knowing what's wrong parallels the ability to cope with the fallout when you finally get the answer. I can't help but feel personally invested in Lincoln's journey because I too, along with Ann, travel the same path. It's not an easy one but it can be managed.

About the Author

Ann Lister is a native New Englander currently living on the island of Martha's Vineyard with her husband. She has pulled details from her years living in the New England area and uses many local settings and landmarks in her novels. After graduating art school, marrying, and raising two daughters, she established her own video production company. Her nearly two decades working in video production included work within the music industry and won her a coveted Telly Award. Her 'behind-the-scenes' exposure to the music world and her love of rock music is the inspiration for her erotic rock star romances. Her rock star romance, "Fall For Me", Book One in The Rock Gods series, was a Finalist in the 2013 Rainbow Award and Book Three, Make You Mine, established her as an Amazon #1 Bestselling Author. Each book in The Rock Gods series brings her two favorite elements together: musicians and the love between two men. These stories focus on what it truly means to love; love unconditionally, love without restrictions or labels, love without fear or judgment - to just simply love.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01BT6383E
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ SleighFarm Publishing Group (February 23, 2016)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 23, 2016
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 590 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 456 pages
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    4.6 out of 5 stars 506 ratings

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Ann Lister is a native New Englander currently living in Florida with her husband. She has pulled details from her years living in the New England area and uses many local settings and landmarks in her novels.

After graduating art school, marrying, and raising two daughters, she established her own video production company. Her nearly two decades working in video production included work within the music industry and won her a coveted Telly Award. Her 'behind-the-scenes' exposure to the music world and her love of rock music is the inspiration for her erotic rock star romances.

The Rock Gods series gave her Bestselling Author status on Amazon. Beyond The Music, Book 7 in the series, hit #1 in the Gay Erotica genre during the Pre-Order and held that spot for several weeks. This last book in The Rock Gods series launches the spin-off series, Guarding The Gods, which releases in early Summer of 2016.

Fall For Me, Book One in the series was a Finalist in the 2013 Rainbow Award. Each book in this series brings her two favorite elements together: musicians and the love between two men. These stories focus on what it truly means to love; love unconditionally, love without restrictions or labels, love without fear or judgment – to just simply love.

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Customers find this book to be a beautiful story with a little bit of everything, serving as a satisfying conclusion to the series. Moreover, the book is heartfelt, with one customer noting it touches them deeply. Additionally, customers appreciate the character development, with one review highlighting the wonderful chemistry between Lincoln and Aaron. The book also receives positive feedback for its humor.

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29 customers mention "Story quality"29 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the story quality of the book, describing it as beautiful and heartwarming, with one customer noting it has a little bit of everything.

"...BTM is the perfect ending to this series yes I'm saddened it is coming to an end but this is also going to be a beginning in which there will be a..." Read more

"...This book was also bitter sweet as this is the last full novel in this series...." Read more

"...n't want to give away too much but I can say that this story has a little bit of everything...." Read more

"...This is a beautiful love story with loads of laughter and heart ache and a wonderful surprise ending!..." Read more

17 customers mention "Heartfelt story"17 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the heartfelt story of the book, with one customer noting how it touched them deeply and another mentioning how it left an imprint on their soul forever.

"...and "one click" this brilliant book it will make an imprint on your soul forever. #RockGodObsessedFanForever" Read more

"A well-written story...Heart-warming in some places, heart-breaking in other places...." Read more

"...This series will always have a special place in my heart...." Read more

"...This is a beautiful love story with loads of laughter and heart ache and a wonderful surprise ending!..." Read more

8 customers mention "Character development"8 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, with one mentioning how Lincoln and Aaron complement each other well.

"...Both lead characters stood out as separate entities...." Read more

"...Aaron is wonderful. Period...." Read more

"...have the pleasure to meet the Rock Goddess herself behind these amazing characters...." Read more

"One of the best books in the series! Characters that are relatable. A storyline that includes previous characters and story arcs...." Read more

4 customers mention "Laughter level"4 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the humor in the book.

"...This is a beautiful love story with loads of laughter and heart ache and a wonderful surprise ending!..." Read more

"...You will laugh, cry, get aggravated, and your toes will tingle cuz it's hot!..." Read more

"...I loved it. It was at times raw and emotional, but it wasl also funny and very very sweet. Let's not forget HOT too !!..." Read more

"...went through with Lincoln's story- every sadness, every heartbreak, every joy, every triumph- the only word that makes sense for this book is:..." Read more

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  • Valerie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfection, Brilliant (#RockGodsForever)
    Reviewed in the United States on March 1, 2016
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    Beyond The Music is book #7 and the final story for Ann Lister's Rock God Series. I will start off by saying that I'm an obsessed fan of this series, falling in love with each character from both bands Black Ice and Ivory Tower but this book is absolutely my favorite of the series, it has touched me so much, grabbed me by the heart and won't let go.

    We get to finally learn more about bass player for Black Ice, Lincoln Stallworth. Lincoln has always been an enigma we never really knew anything about him I've been so intrigued from the beginning to see what he is all about... Well let me tell you.... Ann Lister is a genius, she has created an absolute masterpiece with this story the emotions and feelings I just can't recommend this book enough.

    I'm actually speechless with my review because I don't want to give away any spoilers and ruin this amazing story for anyone and I can't give it the Justice it so deserves. It is absolutely the best book I've read I related so much with Lincoln's struggles, I felt him , was there with him, ( ok ok now I sound crazy) "inserts grin" I know it's a story, but it's REAL.

    Lincoln is hiding and in denial with feelings relating to his health, he knows something is wrong but is so afraid to admit it to himself and what will happen to his future , luckily good ole Spumoni steps up and introduces him to Aaron Baylor a male nurse who will take on the task of healing and making Lincoln stronger, but.... this journey is not an easy one especially with Lincoln in such denial but watching the healing and struggles is where you will experience such a beautiful heartfelt relationship form.

    Lincoln learns to trust in Aaron , lean on him and together we get to witness the most beautiful and endearing story ever.

    Now this is not to say that we don't get that hot steamy sex that Ann is so great at giving us you definitely will need your air conditioner on high reading through those scenes but in all honesty it's a story with a beautiful plot so much meaning to it.

    BTM is the perfect ending to this series yes I'm saddened it is coming to an end but this is also going to be a beginning in which there will be a new spin-off series called ..
    "Guarding The Guards " and we will be getting cameo glimpses of our favorite Rock Gods from Black Ice & Ivory Tower and learning more about their security team and roadies (yep Spumoni) too.

    Thank you so much Ann for giving us the best series out there I'm really not ready to say goodbye so I'm anxiously awaiting the next series. Please go out and "one click" this brilliant book it will make an imprint on your soul forever.

    #RockGodObsessedFanForever
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  • Angie
    5.0 out of 5 stars I love this book
    Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2017
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    This was book 7 in "The Rock Gods" series and one of my favorites. This book was also bitter sweet as this is the last full novel in this series. Lincoln Stallworth is the bassist for Black Ice he has watched his band brother's and his friends fall in love over the last two years. For the last two years Linc has been falling down, feeling tired and having muscle aches and he doesn't want to face it so he tries to cover it up. When his vision starts to be effected he knows it's time to face it so when Spumoni comes by he takes him to the hospital where the doctor tells him he has MS ( a disease that attacks the brain and central nervous system). Linc doesn't want to face it he doesn't want the guys in the band to know. When Spumoni tells him he knows someone that can help him he really doesn't want to but I think that he knows he needs help. Aaron Baylor enters his life Aaron is a nurse and physical therapist he is very patient with Linc who is angry at his life which is the first emotion that people feel when dealing with life altering disabilities. As these two began to work together Linc begins to realize that he is attracted to Aaron but he has one problem he hasn't been with anyone in two years he has a hard time physically staying interested. The guy's are also dealing with a stalker so they bring in some new security and we are introduced to the guys of Guarding The Rock Gods . I really liked this book Aaron worked with Linc to get him ready for the upcoming tour with Ivory Tower even though practice doesn't go well for him. By the time the tour starts Linc is ready and nervous known of the guys know that he has MS and when he has a seizure on stage and had to be taken to the hospital. When Aaron tells the doctor that Linc has MS the guys in the band are mad at him for not telling them once everything is said and done the guys are very supportive and are willing to do anything to help Linc. He not only comes out about his illness but about his personal life as well. With some patience's he gets his sex life back in a big way. The stalker was a surprise turns out Sebastian Keating is the one behind the stalking and Ashton being hurt. He put a knife to Ryan's throat when they stopped in Paris when Linc's bodyguard Zac took him by surprise he sliced the tendons in his hand and one of the other guard's shot and killed him. Turns out Sebastian blamed Ryan and Dagger for ruining his life. This was a good read. This book was well written with no errors in grammar or spelling. I am looking forward to reading the new series about the guards and I hope Ms. Lister writes about Spumoni as well.

    “I have MS, but MS doesn't have me.”
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  • Lorraine, New Zealand
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good story
    Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2023
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    A well-written story...Heart-warming in some places, heart-breaking in other places. It's good to have an illness explained in such a way to get a reader to think. Both lead characters stood out as separate entities. There was a cast of thousands but I had no trouble with identifications because the writer brought them leisurely into the plot, ditto any info dump. The story of the bass guitarist and the nurse was a good read.
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  • Bet
    5.0 out of 5 stars Livro ótimo!
    Reviewed in Brazil on January 1, 2022
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    Sugiro seguir a sequência para entender o desenrolar da trama. A escrita da autora é muito boa e torna a leitura viciante... #partiuLivro8
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  • MLM 66
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beyond brilliant!! Just like the whole series!!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 2, 2016
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    Beyond The Music is the last book in this fantastic series that started almost 3 years ago with Dagger and Ryan and I will never forget it, I was totally hooked then and still am now and thank goodness Anne Lister is bringing us more of what we love!
    Each book has had its own subject matter and written with absolute perfection and Lincoln and Aaron story is no exception.
    It was towards the end of the last book that we realised something was wrong with Lincoln, We've had to wait 6 months to find out and even though it came as a shock we were taken on a brilliant journey.. Lincoln's journey, we lived through all of it with him, all his pain, anger and finally dealing with and accepting MS, what I didn't realise was that Anne lister has MS too and there you have your answer as to how it could be written with such brilliant detail that much is apparent.
    As soon as Beyond The Music opened up with Lincoln waiting on Spumoni you can't help wondering how this story is going to play out, Spumoni has always been around and all I can say is thank goodness he was around for Lincoln, it was because of him that Aaron was bought into his life.
    Lincoln has always been very private, we've never really known much about him and when it came to relationships we knew even less so it was lovely to watch the attraction grow between these two, it wasn't all plain sailing but with time and plenty of patience on Aaron's part they got there.
    There's one thing Anne Lister does extremely well and that's portraying all the love whether it's an actual scene or just the general feel throughout the storyline it really is beautiful and sexy as hell!!
    We've grown with all the members and their significant others from Black Ice and Ivory Tower, it's been one hell of a series and one of my favourites and every book has been equally as good as the other and I can't wait for Guarding The Gods to be released I'm looking forward to reading about Zac! Please hurry!
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  • Glückskind
    5.0 out of 5 stars I really did not see that one coming...
    Reviewed in Germany on May 26, 2016
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    ...not only the gravity of Lincoln's illness, but also who finally was the person behind the attack on Ashton and so on. I only wished that Ann Lister would have told more about why this person flipped like this. The rejection only was not a hundret percent convincing in my opinion.
    Nevertheless I loved this one as much as I liked the others and I can't wait to read the sequel :)
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  • Mercia
    4.0 out of 5 stars Great ending to The Rock God series.
    Reviewed in Canada on March 18, 2016
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    Beyond the Music was the last book in this series. It, like the very first, were fantastic, well told stories. Good series, but it was the first book that kept me reading. And this last one that made me glad I had.
    Great story.
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  • Joanne
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beyond 5 STARS
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 23, 2016
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    Beyond 5 stars

    Oh how and why have I waited so long to read this Author's books? I have been in Rock Gods heaven and will be venturing back for more. This is book seven in The Rock Gods Series and I hadn't read the other six, I know but I was too keen, anyways I didn't get lost in the story. I believe it can be read as a standalone but it does mention other characters from previous books, so definitely not spoiler free. I am going to start at the very beginning because the writing of this story grabbed my full attention and I can't wait to read all the characters stories that I was introduced to.

    This book tells the story of Lincoln, my first introduction to a Rock God and I was not disappointed, he's not your typical charming man. Are any Rockers? I don't know but he's an adonis, I wouldn't mind losing myself in. Long hair, huge abs, beautiful heart that no one can get close to, until now. Lincoln has some huge changes to make in his life, the biggest being his lifestyle or is it? How can you just stop being a rocker?

    Aaron the most loving, caring guy anyone would be lucky to have in their life. He goes out of his way to care for others, not because it's job but he has the heart to want to help. He wants to help Lincoln through his difficult time but like with any other person they must want the help to proceed with their own life. All the help in the world won't really help anyone unless they can first help themselves by admitting they need it.

    The sexual content in this book is beyond hot, the story is filled with affection and love that took me by surprise. This is a romance that you do not want to miss out on.
    This book deserves beyond 5 stars, the Author deserves another 5 for such brilliant writing. I have heard this quote before 'music is the sound of feelings', how very true. I was feeling this story way beyond the music.
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