Twisted (Lost in Oblivion, #2)

by Taryn Elliott and Cari Quinn

[Cocktails and Books]

I don’t normally read new adult books but after accidentally stumbling onto the first book and falling in love with the characters, I had to learn more about this talented band of misfits as the fumble their way to stardom. But reading Gray and Jazz’s story reminded me of all the reasons why I don’t read the genre.

I have no problems with the writing or the plot. The authors are very talented and have done an amazing job orchestrating the series. What bothers me most about the book is the content. Living the rock star lifestyle comes with fame, popularity and the sex, drugs and rock ‘n’ roll mantra. I really have a hard time stomaching the fact that two people who are in love and want each other, but spend time in the arms of other people. It was never prominent in this book, but there were a few close calls where I didn’t think Gray or Jazz would make the right decision.

There’s also a lot of angst in this book that bothered me and really rode the line of my comfort zone. The book goes back and forth between the present and Gray and Jazz’s past. I thought this was a brilliant idea, but I kept struggling with the harshness of their pasts and the promiscuity level in the book.

I do give props to the authors for spotlighting a serious issue with Gray’s drug addiction. It was a presence on its own in the story and I thought the use of it was executed brilliantly. But as the angst continued to mount and with two of the baddest boys left with stories to tell, I’m afraid my time on the Oblivion train has come to an end.

This is a series I would highly recommend to anyone who enjoys the rock star/new adult genre. Cari Quinn and Taryn Elliott are wonderful storytellers and despite my issues with the story, I still enjoyed the heart of it.

Reviewed by Elizabeth for Cocktails and Books