Love Blackout

by Alexis Graham

She's got a plan. He doesn't fit into it.


Natalie Bennett is an expert problem solver. As the publicist for her pop-star sister, she's no stranger to handling even the most tenuous circumstances. She craves control and she'll be damned if you catch her making a mistake. When a PR crisis breaks out weeks before the biggest tour of her sister's career kicks off, Natalie has no room for error.


Things get complicated when Natalie’s team hires additional security and Jake Alder enters the picture. He’s broody and intimidating, and it turns out, he’s also her bodyguard for the tour. Despite trying to ignore his existence, Jake's creeping into Natalie's life and this new complication was definitely not part of her plan.


He's on the run from his past. She's going to make him face it head on.


Jake Alder has exactly one rule in his life: no connections, ever. Not to a job, not to a place, and definitely not to another person. Scarred by the mistakes of his past, Jake’s career as contract security keeps him on the road and away from home, too busy to form attachments that might lead him to get hurt again. His new contract with a high-profile tour is nothing out of the ordinary, just another in a long list of assignments that he’ll walk away from when it’s all said and done, no reason to look back.


But he didn't count on Natalie Bennett—controlling, uptight, and now his sole responsibility. He can't avoid her and it turns out, he doesn't want to.


When they're thrown together, the chemistry between them becomes undeniable. Before they know it, they’re sneaking around behind the scenes and hiding from everyone. Late nights are the new norm and things are starting to feel more than temporary. The threat of getting caught with his client is the least of Jake’s problems though when his day job crosses the wrong path and he ends up right in the middle of a scandal big enough to bring his world crashing down.


Love Blackout is book 1 in the Tinted Truths Series, a series of interconnected stand alones.

453 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 6, 2026

Reviews

[paula ♡ · Rating 4 out of 5]

4 ⭐

Thank you Love Notes PR and the author for giving me this copy in exchange for my honest opinion of the book

I really enjoyed the book. The connection between Natalie and Jake was great, and the slow burn was excellent.

I'm really looking forward to reading the next book and seeing who the next couple will be 🤭

[ivy ꕤ [mental health break] · Rating 2 out of 5]

thank you to love notes pr for the ARC! 2.75 stars

short review because i wrote a huge one today as well and am burnt out 🥲

this was just a bit too long 😭 honestly, i wasn't the biggest fan of Natalie, but i really enjoyed jake's character. i think natalie's character definitely was supposed to be relatable (she manages everyone and is the perfectionist sister aka me) but i couldn't quite connect to her.

i enjoyed how different the book was - bodyguard & pr manager?? I've never read anything like this, so i'm grateful for the different experience!

the relationship wasn't the best either, i didn't feel the chemistry, tbh.

[fetching fiction with archimedes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Alexis Graham's ABSOLUTELY KILLED HER DEBUT NOVEL, Love Blackout🖤! This contemporary romance is set on tour of a rising pop star, Melanie. Amid her divorce, she increases security - insisting on assigning her sister and publicist, Natalie, a personal bodyguard. Natalie has been taking care of her siblings, not only professionally, but personally since their parents died when she was 18. Jake, the new hire assigned to Natalie is drawn to her the minute she spills coffee on him. Jake has always been professional with clients, never overstepping boundaries even when he played fake boyfriends. However, Natalie's independence and strength draws to Jake as he sees how much she cares for everyone around her, but never herself.

I THOROUGHLY enjoyed this book! I found the pace to be perfect, gripping but not overpacked. The tour aspect was fascinating and i think Alexis did a great job of moving dates along without making timelines confusing or too much of the plot. I sense that the next book will be about Melanie and Austin... that being said I think her future novels will be set up to be interconnected standalone - true stand alones - as there was only small crumbs of other relationships.

4.8⭐️
3🌶️

Tropes to Expect:
🎤 Out on Tour
🥰 Pop Star's Sister
❤️‍🔥 Dislike to Lovers
🛡️ Bodyguard x Publicist
😏 Sneaking Around
💞 Forced Proximity
🔥 Slow Burn
🤫 Secret Relationship
🚗 Road Trip Romance

Huge thanks to LoveNotes and Alexis Graham for allowing me the opportunity as an ARC. You have gained a huge fan Alexis and I look forward to your next publications!!!

[Kayla · Rating 5 out of 5]

I believe we can all find a piece of ourselves within Natalie. The perfectionist, the planner, the sister who wants the world for her siblings. Watching Natalie navigate a major career crisis while also breaking down the walls she hides behind is journey that will resonate.

And then there’s Jake. A complex, mysterious body guard that will have you on a roller coaster of emotions. But love him or hate him (temporarily, of course), he’s exactly what Natalie needs at exactly the right time.

Five stars over and over Alexis!

[jade ⋆₊˚ ᰔ · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.25 stars

thank you so much to love notes pr and alexis graham for the chance to read this as an arc for feedback!! <3

i am honestly shocked this is a debut novel. and what an amazing debut novel it is!!
the writing felt confident, intentional, and polished in a way that immediately made me trust the story i was being told. alexis graham clearly knew exactly what she was doing here, and i will absolutely be keeping an eye out for whatever she writes next. if she’s not already on your radar, she should be!!

the chemistry between the two main characters was immediate and effortless, and i loved how naturally their connection developed. it never felt forced or rushed, just easy to fall into and even easier to root for. what really made this story stand out for me, though, was how much was happening beyond the romance. the divorce, tour, and pr storylines added depth and made the world feel full and lived in, rather than existing solely to support the love story.

the relationships across the board were a highlight. the sibling dynamics, the romantic relationships, and the emotional undercurrents all felt thoughtful and well developed. it was clear a lot of care went into making sure this book had a strong plot moving in the background, which elevated the entire reading experience.

toward the end, i did find myself wishing the stakes had hit just a bit harder. everything wrapped up fairly quickly, and while the potential consequences were clear, they felt lighter than i expected. it didn’t take away from my enjoyment, but i would have loved a little more tension before the conclusion.

overall, this was such an impressive debut and a genuinely fun, immersive read. while it didn’t completely blow the doors off for me by the end, it absolutely made me excited for what alexis graham does next.

[Starling · Rating 5 out of 5]

ARC REVIEW: LOVE BLACKOUT 🕯️
I am still sitting in the quiet afterglow of this book. Honestly, some stories just feel like a deep breath, and Love Blackout was exactly that. It’s a slow burn that doesn't just simmer—it heals you as you read it.
A Journey of Healing
This isn’t just a romance; it’s a beautiful, raw exploration of emotional healing and learning how to trust again when the world has given you every reason not to. Natalie’s growth throughout the story felt so relatable and real—watching her peel back her layers and find her strength was such a privilege.
And can we talk about Jake? He is the definition of a "breath of fresh air." In a world of toxic heroes, Jake is refreshingly patient, emotionally mature, and so incredibly steady. He makes the relationship feel safe, which somehow makes the chemistry between him and Natalie feel even more electric.
Why This Book Stays With You
The Emotional Depth: Alexis Graham has this way of writing "soft angst" that just pulls at your heartstrings without hollowing you out. It’s comforting and rewarding.
Found Family: My "found family" loving heart was fed so well. The side characters add so much richness and warmth to the world.
The Slow Burn: It’s a patient burn. It builds on vulnerability and trust, making the payoff feel so much more earned.
The Verdict
If you want a character-driven romance that feels like a warm blanket on a cold night, you need to read this immediately. It’s heartfelt, it’s sincere, and it’s deeply moving. I absolutely ate this up.
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐
(A massive thank you to Love Notes PR and Alexis Graham for the ARC. These thoughts are entirely, devastatingly my own.)

[Raine · Rating 4 out of 5]

*4⭐️3.5🌶️ (look on my profile to see what my ratings mean to me)

**ARC REVIEW**
First of all I would like to thank Alexis Graham and LoveNotesPr for allowing me to read this ARC.

Main Tropes:
Dual POV
Dislike To Lovers
Secret Relationship
Slow Burn
Forced Proximity
Sister Is A Popstar
Bodyguard X Publicist
Age Gap

Points I enjoyed in this book:
Nicknames
Tropes
Banter
Friendships/ Family
The Spice

Didn’t like/ improve:
I was reading this book and I felt that the take down of a certain characters takedown fell flat I wished we got to see more. Hopefully we see more in the next book. I look forward to reading more from Alexis Graham.

[Missi · Rating 5 out of 5]

✨ Tropes ✨
🎤 Out on Tour
🥰 Pop Star's Sister
❤️‍🔥 Dislike to Lovers
🛡️ Bodyguard x Publicist
😏 Sneaking Around
💞 Forced Proximity
🔥 Slow Burn
🤫 Secret Relationship
🚗 Road Trip Romance
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐🌶️🌶️
I wouldn't advise starting this book at bedtime because I couldn't put it down. The plot was entertaining and had that perfect amount of angst without going overboard. The characters were written beautifully. The chemistry between Jake and Natalie was great. I loved the sibling dynamics and the side characters added a found family feel that I really enjoyed. The spice was good. Overall, this was a great debut novel and I can't wait for more from this author.

[jeslyn valentine · Rating 5 out of 5]

if it hadn’t been for all of my college work i would’ve been done with this book earlier, but that didn’t stop me from enjoying it.

the tension between natalie and jake had me in a fucking chokehold, i just wanted them to freaking kiss already, like please just kiss, and when they finally did i was giggling. the dynamic between them was awesome, im so happy that jake took on the role of the caretaker in the relationship because nat always puts herself last and is always taking care of her siblings.

onto the siblings, i loved their dynamic, but i wish they had made more of an effort to be there for nat the same way she’s there for them.

over all the book was a 5/5. i’ll most likely reread it

[Brita Mackay · Rating 5 out of 5]

Natalie's got a plan. Jake doesn't fit into it.

Natalie Bennett is an expert problem solver. As the publicist for her pop-star sister, she's no stranger to handling even the most tenuous circumstances. She craves control and she'll be damned if you catch her making a mistake. When a PR crisis breaks out weeks before the biggest tour of her sister's career kicks off, Natalie has no room for error.

Things get complicated when Natalie’s team hires additional security and Jake Alder enters the picture. He’s broody, intimidating, and it turns out, he’s also her bodyguard for the tour. Despite trying to ignore his existence, Jake's creeping into Natalie's life and this new complication was definitely not part of her plan.

Jake's on the run from his past. Natalie's going to make him face it head on.

Jake Alder has exactly one rule in his life: no connections, ever. Not to a job, not to a place, and definitely not to another person. Scarred by the mistakes of his past, Jake’s career as contract security keeps him on the road and away from home, too busy to form attachments that might lead him to get hurt again. His new contract with a high-profile tour is nothing out of the ordinary, just another in a long list of assignments that he’ll walk away from when it’s all said and done, no reason to look back.

But he didn't count on Natalie Bennett—controlling, uptight, and now his sole responsibility. He can't avoid her and it turns out, he doesn't want to.

When they're thrown together, the chemistry between them becomes undeniable. Before they know it, they’re sneaking around behind the scenes and hiding from everyone. Late nights are the new norm and things are starting to feel more than temporary. The threat of getting caught with his client is the least of Jake’s problems though when his day job crosses the wrong path and he ends up right in the middle of a scandal big enough to bring his world crashing down.

Love Blackout is book 1 in the Tinted Truths Series, a series of interconnected standalones.

YOU'RE MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS!!! Please read and pay close attention to the trigger warnings at the beginning of this book. There is some content and scenes in this book that are not suitable for all readers and could be triggering for others. Always remember that your mental health comes first at all times.

Tropes: Out on Tour, Pop Star’s Sister, Dislike-to-Lovers, Bodyguard x Publicist, Sneaking Around, Slow Burn, Forced Proximity, Secret Relationship, Road Trip Romance, Dual POV, Age Gap, Nicknames, Banter, Friendship/Family, Spice, Tour-Life Drama, Protective but emotionally Mature MMC, F*ck It, Contemporary.

Love Blackout is the 1st book in the Tinted Truth Series. This is a series of interconnected standalones; this first installment is brought to us by debut author Alexis Graham.

I am going to start off by saying that I am amazed that this is Alexis Graham’s debut novel. Her writing comes off as someone who has been writing and publishing for years. The confidence Alexis has in her composition, the way that she intentionally develops her characters, and all the emotional layering she does proves all the thought and time Alexis put into crafting not only this story, but also the plot and sub-plot. And honestly that’s truly exceedingly impressive, and in my honest opinion makes this book well worth the read.

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I am a sucker for a rockstar romance, it’s one of my favorite genre’s and I know if I could live in this world forever I would. I love music and I love getting my hands on anything music related in what I read and when I came across the rockstar genre I was hooked from the first chapter.

And Alexis Graham took the rockstar genre and added a bodyguard romance just making this feel like it was the next logical evolution. And I can honestly say that Alexis’s Love Blackout perfectly delivered on everything you could want from it.

Love Blackout is set next to the chaos of tour life as we follow Natalie Bennet. Natalie is this fiercely capable publicist who’s devoted to protecting her sister who just happens to be a pop star (I just love this sisterly bond). And we also get to meet Jake Alder, the man who works as a bodyguard for hire. Jake’s been hired to watch over and protect not only Natalie’s sister but also Natalie herself.

I love the way that Alexis gave us a dual POV that allowed us to get full access to Natalie’s non-stop inner monologue as she battled all her inner pressure. And Jake, he was just full of this quiet restraint that you can’t help but fall in love with. And these multiple POVs gave this story a more layered feeling; you could really feel the slow-burn that felt so intentional.

Natalie: I found her to be insanely relatable. And I can’t say that it was her perfectionism that I related to. It was more her instinct to carry everything for everyone, I feel like I do the same thing for those I love and care about, and like Natalie, I put a lot of pressure on myself all the time. I can honestly say that I spent a lot of time doing a lot of self-reflection while I was reading this book…all the while I was connecting with Natalie on this deeply personal level, in a way that I haven’t connected with a character ever, I think. And Natalie’s character elevates this story, watching her slowly lower the walls that she’s built tight around her, was honestly so beautiful and I loved that part of the book so much.

Natalie is used to taking care of others and with her sisters upcoming tour Natalie wants to ensure her tour goes off perfectly. But when a story comes out that has the potential to severely damage her sister’s reputation Natalie can’t help but let her inner problem solver kick in. Natalie takes control, rewrites the story quickly and has it published as quickly as she can in order to protect and fix her sister’s career.

Jake: I loved his steady, protective, and quiet intensity, a man who’s used to being on his own. He has this trauma filled tragic past that has left him with scars that has left him guarded, and determined that he’s not going to have any sort of lasting connection be it professional or personal. There’s honestly something about a man who notices everything. Jake feels so deeply yet he chooses restraint, and this makes the tension between them crackle like electricity. As we read, we feel the chemistry build between Natalie and Jake. We know that the chemistry and their connection builds through their proximity, their stolen glances, and the emotional vulnerability and it’s all a slow-burn rather than feeling rushed physically.

Jake is used to taking on protection duties for Rockstars, that’s nothing new to him. At least that is until he takes on one Rockstar who has a sister who also becomes his responsibility. He finds their attraction to be shocking and unexpected, and he finds that he can’t avoid it. And sneaking around with his client was far from his plan. But Jake has to wonder if what happens on tour actually stays on tour?

But you know that eventually their restraint was going to slip, as it always does.

And honey, the spice! Oh my God, the spice. The spice was getting me hot and there were times where I was clutching my bedsheets! And we get just enough emotional intimacy to see behind their connection, to see their bond, and we get to see their romance bloom into action. And while the spice hits home, yet at the same time, we know that its earned and its meaningful. You feel like that romance that you have watched bloom between Natalie and Jake feels grounded in the trust that they each in the other and you can feel the tension sizzling constantly between them and it’s not there for just shock value, it’s there for a purpose.

I loved these characters so much, they all worked together for me, and in the end, the payoff made it all worthwhile. The pacing was perfect for this book and I’m still in shock that this was Alexis Graham’s debut novel.

More than just the romance, I loved the sibling dynamics. The backdrop of the tour-life (I mean who didn’t have dreams of being a pop star while they were growing up?), all the media pressure, and the family elements that Alexis knitted throughout Love Blackout. All of this just added more layers and depth and helped to make this world feel so lived in rather than just being a romance. I loved the storyline, the plot and the sub-plots.

I have to say that Love Blackout is this character-driven slow burn that’s been filled with tension, longing, and so much emotional depth.

If I could give this book more than 5 stars I would, this debut novel is the first one that I’ve read that I have ever wanted to give more than 5 stars.

If you haven’t read this one yet, then you really need to pick this one up and read it ASAP or at least get it on your TBR ASAP!

I can’t wait for the next book in this series; I just can’t wait to see what happens next. And I am really looking forward to reading what Alexis Graham writes next, if this is what she puts out as her debut, I can’t wait to see what she writes next.

My favorite quotes from Love Blackout are:

(As usual I can’t pick just one, I loved this book far too much.)

"You scramble every thought in my head. You walk into a room, and you demand my undivided attention just by being there. I'm in a goddamn blackout, and nothing exists except for you."

‘…thankful Jake is nothing more than a stranger.’

“For what it’s worth, you might not make time for that dating shit, but there’s not a man on this planet who wouldn’t give you anything you wanted in a dress like this.”

“I’m in a goddamn blackout, and nothing exists except for you.”

‘As I watch her red hair rustling in the wind, I realise I might be in love with her.’

I've never wanted anything the way I want this.

But he's a f***ing human being. And people make mistakes. It's what you do in the aftermath of those mistakes that defines who you are as a person."

“I hope you’re not tired. Because I’ve got a lot of ideas right now, and none of them involve sleep.”

[Jana · Rating 2 out of 5]

Thank you Love Notes PR for the ARC!
I signed up for this because Bodyguard x PR Manager is kinda different than the usual bodyguard romances.
While it wasn't terrible, it also wasn't it for me.
Natalie and Jake individually work, they've felt relatable enough, but together?? Yeah no, I didn't feel it. There's not spark, no tension, and no chemistry. And for a romance novel, that's just disappointing. I kept waiting for some tension but I never fully came.
Unfortunately it felt emotionally flat, and I did have some issues staying invested.

That being said, it does show potential! I'm interested to see, how her writing develops in the future.

[Jane Nelson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is very well written and I felt like I met and got to know all of the characters personally. At every turn I felt like I was there watching the entire story unfold in real time.

[sads · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 — thank you to lovenotes pr for the arc ! i was really intrigued by the premise of the book– pr manager x bodyguard and it did indeed deliver 🙂‍↕️ the characters were very likeable and felt so real, it was a more character driven book imo. The only thing that fell flat for me was Natalie and Jake’s relationship, I wish there was more chemistry there 😭 but it was a fantastic debut for sure ! Can’t wait for book 2

[Kendall Smith · Rating 3 out of 5]

3 stars 🫶🏼
Firstly thank you to love notes PR for the arc copy of Love Blackout!!
I did enjoy the book however I struggled to connect with the main characters most of the time, I couldn’t really feel the chemistry which made the book feel like it dragged on unfortunately. Still a good debut novel though! Looking forward to book 2 and seeing Alexis progress in her writing

[Meaghan Kube · Rating 4 out of 5]

(Edited to add…this is a DEBUT NOVEL. The writing reads like someone with years of experience. The confidence in the prose, the intentional character development, and the emotional layering show how much time and thought went into crafting this story. That alone is incredibly impressive, in my opinion, and well worth the read.)

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“You scramble every thought in my head. You walk into a room, and you demand my undivided attention just by being there. I’m in a goddamn blackout, and nothing exists except for you.”

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After reading a rockstar romance, I knew I wanted to stay in that world, and a bodyguard romance felt like the perfect next step. Love Blackout absolutely delivered.

Set against the chaos of tour life, this story follows Natalie Bennet, a fiercely capable publicist devoted to protecting her pop star sister (love that by the way), and Jake Alder, the bodyguard assigned to keep them safe. The dual POV gives full access to both Natalie’s non stop inner pressure and Jake’s quiet restraint. For me, this gave the story a more layered feeling; the slow burn felt intentional.

Natalie was insanely relatable for me. Her perfectionism, her instinct to carry everything for everyone, and the pressure she puts on herself felt painfully real. I definitely was self reflecting while reading this book…being able to connect so deeply with a character always elevates a story, and watching her slowly lower her walls was one of my many favorite parts of this book.

Jake is steady, protective, and quietly intense. There’s something about a man who notices everything, who feels deeply but chooses restraint, that makes the tension between them crackle. Their chemistry builds through proximity, stolen glances, and emotional vulnerability rather than rushed physicality.

And when the restraint finally slips?

“I hope you’re not tired. Because I’ve got a lot of ideas right now, and none of them involve sleep.”

The SPICE honey! The way I was kicking my feet like a little girl and clutching my bedsheets! 🤣 there’s just enough emotional intimacy behind their connection to sell the newly found romance. The spice hits, but it’s earned and meaningful. It feels grounded in trust and tension rather than existing just for shock value.

It did feel slightly slow in a few sections (which is why this lands at a 4.4 for me), but the character work and payoff made the pacing worthwhile.

Beyond the romance, I appreciated the sibling dynamics, the tour-life backdrop (who didn’t want to be a pop star growing up?), the media pressure, and the family elements woven throughout. It adds depth and makes the world feel lived in rather than existing solely for the love story. This is SO IMPORTANT to me when reading a romance!

Overall, Love Blackout is a character-driven slow burn filled with tension, longing, and emotional depth. If you love:

• Bodyguard x Publicist
• Forced Proximity
• Secret Relationship
• Dislike to Lovers
• Tour-life drama
• Protective but emotionally mature MMCs

…this one deserves a spot on your TBR.

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💥 ARC Disclosure:
I was provided an advance reader copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. I was not monetarily compensated, nor was I required to leave a positive review.

A HUGE thank you to Alexis Graham and Love Notes PR for the opportunity to read and review this ARC. I can’t wait to read more of Alexis’ work!

🕯️ rating baseline available in my Goodreads bio.

[darkreadswithnalieee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love Blackout is a slow-burn, emotionally charged romance that blends celebrity culture, behind-the-scenes tour life, and forbidden attraction with razor-sharp tension. Told through dual POVs, the story follows Natalie Bennett, a fiercely competent publicist devoted to protecting her superstar sister, and Jake Alder, a guarded bodyguard whose past ties threaten to complicate everything.
The novel opens with Natalie’s grounded, intimate POV, immediately immersing us in the chaos of tour prep, family loyalty, and the quiet sacrifices she makes without hesitation. Natalie is a standout heroine—hyper-capable, self-sacrificing to a fault, and painfully human. Her tendency to put everyone else first becomes both her strength and her breaking point, making her arc deeply relatable and emotionally satisfying.
Jake’s POV adds a darker, more conflicted layer. As a man trying to outrun his past while standing guard over a woman he shouldn’t want, his internal struggle is compelling and tense. His connection to Natalie is instant but resisted, simmering beneath every interaction. The chemistry between them is intense, restrained, and crackling—built through stolen glances, proximity, and moments of emotional vulnerability rather than rushed physicality.
What truly sets Love Blackout apart is its exploration of power, perception, and gendered double standards in the public eye. The handling of Melanie’s divorce, media manipulation, and the way women are vilified while men are given grace is sharp, timely, and thoughtfully woven into the plot. The paparazzi pressure, security risks, and moral gray areas elevate the story beyond a simple romance.
The slow unraveling of Jake and Natalie’s walls—culminating in moments of emotional honesty and explosive tension—feels earned and deeply satisfying. When they finally cross the line, it’s messy, intense, and real, carrying real consequences rather than easy resolution.
Love Blackout is a gripping, character-driven romance full of longing, restraint, and emotional depth. It’s a story about loyalty, identity, and what happens when two people who carry too much finally collide. Fans of slow-burn, forbidden romance with high emotional stakes will devour this book.

[Gea Rojas · Rating 3 out of 5]

About 200 pages too long for no reason at all.

Honestly I felt like this book was interesting enough to finish it but not enough for me to actually enjoy it, it had too much filler like why did we need 4 chapters of scripts from the radio show that literally meant  nothing to the plot of the book?and for an almost 500 pages book Natalie and her sibling talk about how bad was her last break up but that's it  we don't go any deeper? Honestly I don't necessarily think it is a bad horrible book but it could have benefited from being edited shorter, especially given how everything was brushed over.

On the side that I didn't like the whole Melanie's ex husband accusing her of DA and the resolution being lets do nothing about it. In a world of Justin Baldonis and Johnny Depps doing this and getting away with it in the public eye i don't want to read about it not being a big deal that doesn't needed to be handled the book would have been the same if Melanie would have sued Gunner for defamation instead of staying quiet like "good women" do.

~Blurb~
 Natalie Bennett is good at managing chaos. As the publicist for her pop star sister, she's no stranger to handling even the most tenuous circumstances. When a PR crisis throws the whole team into chaos, just weeks before the biggest tour of her sister's career, Natalie has to find a way to control the damage before it spirals out of control.

Things get complicated when the tour group hires additional security and Jake Alder enters the picture. He's sarcastic and infuriating, and it turns out, he's also her bodyguard for the tour. Despite her best efforts to keep him at an arm's length, Jake's creeping into Natalie's life and this newest problem might be one she's not prepared to handle.

Tropes:
🎤 Out on Tour
🥰 Pop Star's Sister
❤️‍🔥 Dislike to Lovers
🛡️ Bodyguard x Publicist
😏 Sneaking Around
💞 Forced Proximity
🔥 Slow Burn
🤫 Secret Relationship
🚗 Road Trip Romance

Love Blackout is already out and available on Kindle Unlimited, make sure to give it a try.

Thanks Alexis Graham and Love Notes PR for sending this ARC in exchange for my honest review
⭐⭐.5
🌶️🌶️

[Nicola Frasier · Rating 4 out of 5]

How in the world is this a DEBUT novel? A true slow burn romance with strong familial bonds and plenty of drama beyond the romance. I sunk in to this book and its world with ease, falling for each and every character building a strong foundation for what I am sure is going to be a fun series! Thanks so much to Love Notes PR and Alexis for the ARC!

"You scramble every thought in my head. You walk into a room, and you demand my undivided attention just by being there. I'm in a goddamn blackout, and nothing exists except for you."

Natalie Bennet is used to taking care of others, especially her Rockstar sister. With the upcoming tour, a story breaks out with the potential to damage her sisters reputation. The problem solver in her can't help but to take back control and rewrite the story to fix her sisters career.

Jake Alder is used to being on his own; the scars of his past keeping him guarded, determined to avoid any sort of lasting connections. Taking on a job as security detail for a Rockstar is nothing new, until the sister of said Rockstar becomes his new responsibility. The attraction is unexpected, and as it turns out is one he now cannot avoid. Sneaking around with his client was not the plan, but does what happen on tour really just stay on tour?

The developing chemistry between the two characters was torturously slow but the sparks ever present. It felt natural: the two didn't initially hit it off, but the forced proximity laid the groundwork for a friendship that slowly turned into romance. You can tell the author put a lot of care intro creating these characters as we explored their past and inner turmoil - you couldn't help rooting for them! At the heart of it was a woman who didn't know how to switch off and a man drowning in survivors guilt, unable to process his past, but their love for one another became all consuming.

Beyond the romance we had sibling banter and plenty of drama to keep us entertained, creating a universe that felt so real. It was easy to become emotionally invested in all the characters and the tour as we were fed insights into their own potential storylines. Alexis Graham is one to keep an eye out for and I'll definitely be returning to Tinted Truths series!

What's included:
- Dislike to lovers
- On Tour
- Forced Proximity
- Sneaking Around
- Secret Relationship
- Slow Burn
- "F*** It"

[Nikki · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love Blackout is a dislike to lovers, secret relationship, age gap, forced proximity romance.

I really enjoyed Love Blackout. I found myself hooked from the first page and staying hooked all the way to the last page. The story is about Natalie would work for her pop star sister. She is the type of girl that take cares of others, grounded, loyal but she never really takes care of herself. Then there is Jake who end up working security for Natalie’s sister. He is his walls built up, dealing with trauma from childhood, doesn’t want lasting connection with people. Then Natalie came in to Jake’s lives and now has him questioning everything.
The chemistry between Natalie and Jake is there from the moment they meet. I like that they started out as friends and didn’t rush into a relationship. Like an relationship there is drama that they are going have deal with and work through.

Another things about the story, the writing was good. Also the flow and pace were also good. It was easy to follow and understand. I also loved the relationship that Natalie has with siblings. They really care about each other and have each other back. This book does have spice. The spicy scenes were written well and not over the top/ cheesy. The amount of spicy scenes in the story was good. They didn’t over shadow the story. In terms of triggers, I would check out before reading because this story is some what emotional.

Overall, Love Blackout, is a good book. The main characters were likeable and relatable for different reasons. The story was easy to follow and the pace was good. This is the type of story that once you read the first page you will be hooked till the end.

[Dawn Cornelius · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 Stars

This debut novel introduces us to Natalie - a publicist for her pop star sister (Melanie) and Jake - a bodyguard hired for the new tour.

When Melanie's divorce causes heighten publicity, Jake is assigned to Natalie's care until the tour ends - 26 full weeks.

Natalie is her family's caretaker, but never takes care of herself - she is on the go 24/7 and barely has time to eat.

Jake has walls built up and never had a true relationship, or even friendship, after a traumatic childhood experience had him leaving home at 18 and never looking back.

Things I enjoyed:
Natalie's "perfect" exterior slowly crumbling and Jake being the person who is there for her.
Jake's journey to healing his past and making real friends
Natalie's relationship with her sister and broker (Dex) - they have great family moments

Things I think needed more exploring:
Melanie's ex - he was at the forefront in the beginning then just totally disappeared until the last 25% which doesn't seem to match his character profile we built at the start
Melanie's relationship with her own bodyguard - it seems more "love" than "brotherly" in how he was there for so maybe clear that up so you don't hope they get together in another book.
I think some parts of the tour could have been edited out when nothing too major happened between the main characters and it was more "work" stuff

Thank you to LoveNotes PR for this e-arc in exchange for my honest review.

[Mia · Rating 5 out of 5]

ARC Review!

I gave this book 4.5 stars because of the way it sucks you into the story and keeps you wondering when the story will plunge into chaos. Jake Alder is a, sarcastic and slightly broody, private security guard who is brought on to help protect pop star, Melanie Bennet, our FMC’s, Natalie’s, sister. Natalie is a publicist for her sister and has made a habit of crashing into a broody MMC.

This book had some spice, some drama and tension, a little grovelling and two main characters that you desperately want to get together.

Quotes and Notes
‘…thankful Jake is nothing more than a stranger.’
My reaction: oh you poor, poor girl.

“For what it’s worth, you might not make time for that dating shit, but there’s not a man on this planet who wouldn’t give you anything you wanted in a dress like this.”
My reaction: yesss sir

“I’m in a goddamn blackout, and nothing exists except for you.”
My reaction: and that’s where the title comes from

‘As I watch her red hair rustling in the wind, I realise I might be in love with her.’
My reaction: yeah you areee

What to expect:
💌 Out on Tour
💌 Pop Star's Sister
💌 Dislike to Lovers
💌 Bodyguard x Publicist
💌 Sneaking Around
💌 Forced Proximity
💌 Slow Burn
💌 Secret Relationship
💌 Road Trip Romance

Thank you to Love Notes PR and Alexis Graham for the chance to read this ARC. This review is entirely based off of my own opinions.

[☆Laura☆ · Rating 4 out of 5]

Natalie tiene la vida completamente estructurada. Trabaja para su hermana, una cantante famosa, vive rodeada de horarios, crisis de último minuto y decisiones que siempre pone antes que ella misma. No tiene tiempo para errores ni para romances, mucho menos para hombres complicados.

Jake aparece de la peor manera posible y justo cuando menos lo necesita. Es serio, distante y demasiado atractivo para alguien que insiste en mantener todo bajo control. Él tiene sus propias reglas, un trabajo que no admite distracciones y un pasado que pesa más de lo que deja ver.

Lo que empieza con roces incómodos y miradas cargadas de tensión se va transformando en algo que ninguno de los dos planeó. En medio de giras, presión mediática y secretos que amenazan con salir a la superficie, Natalie y Jake tendrán que decidir si vale la pena arriesgarlo todo por una conexión que llegó para desordenarles la vida.


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Me dio risa que Jake no le dijera sobre su relación con cierta persona. O sea él sabia que Nat no toleraba a dicha persona y en lugar de decirle para no crear malos entendidos, prefiero callar.

*La relación es de amistad o mejor dicho son puros conocidos.

Gracias Love Notes PR por el ARC.

[Serena · Rating 5 out of 5]

✨️arc review✨️
5🌟/5

Omg this book was so amazing!
I loved every aspect of this story,
I was hooked from the beginning down to the very last page, the author writing was impeccable, the slow burn, the emotions and especially the tension between Jake and Natalie was so beautiful done and the fact that what they had was forbidden omg i genuinely couldn't but my kindle down. Like come on how can you not read a book with a pop star Pr who is a force of nature and a very grumpy bodyguard that can't stop thinking about her?! Natalie was amazing I loved her so so much, the inner battle that she had was so heartbreaking she always puts everything and everyone first I just wanted to hug her.
Jake was grumpy, quiet, broody and so damn HOT but what i enjoyed the most was The growth that he had in the book, that man fell head over heels for Natalie as he should be.
The relationship between Natalie, Melanie and Dex was so heartwarming, i enjoyed seeing them together both in happy and sad times they have an incredible bond.
The preview of the next book got me so invested already can't wait to read it I'm so excited.
If you're looking for a good book with the bodyguard trope Love Blackout is what you're needed trust me on that!

[Lyndsay · Rating 5 out of 5]

A spilled coffee chance encounter that leads to an “Oh sh*t! What do you mean you now work here!?” Not only does he now work there… he is also now HER bodyguard, what could possibly go wrong?

I don’t normally gravitate towards rockstar genres but this storyline screamed for me to read it and I’m SO glad I did! This book was SOOO much more than I was expecting and y’all I’m HOOKED! I need to be in their lives daily. I also have never been so wrong about where it was going in my life, and I’m not even mad about it! Outside of Gunner (iykyk) there isn’t a single character I didn’t love!

Literally everyone is incredible! The glimpses backstage of setting up a tour, the trying to outsmart the paparazzi & tabloids, the life of a celebrity & those in their sphere… it was all so well done! Jake, this man is tortured. He screams protector at every sense of the word. The amount of times I wanted to give him a hug is countless. Natalie, this girl is fierce! I related to her on so many deep levels! I think we all have pieces of Natalie inside of us.

If you love sibling banter, pasts you’re running from, putting yourself last so everyone else can soar, secrets, passion (because their spice is more than spice), healing, and more. Y’all, this book had everything!! I can’t wait to own the physical copy.

I can’t believe this is her debut!!! The way I am chomping at the bit for the rest of this series!! This is a must add to your TBR, asap!

[Alexandrea Howard · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was amazing, especially for a debut novel! I loved the focus on family and the drama, along with the romance! It was easy to fall into this world and let the real world melt away. I love how you get to know all the characters, building a great foundation for the rest of the series.

Natalie is used to taking care of others, especially her siblings. She has been doing it since she was 18. She is a problem solver and a fixer to a fault, always taking care of others and forgetting to take care of herself.

Jake has walls built on top of walls surrounded by barbed wire. He has trauma from his past that has him not wanting to make any connections with people. Then Natalie literally bumps into him, and he starts working for the security company that is hired for her sister's tour, and she starts making him question everything.

Natalie and Jake's chemistry is palpable. They start out disliking each other, and become friends, and then lovers. Like almost any romance, there is drama that they have to work through after finally getting together.

This book and the world that Alexis Graham has created are so good. You will be hooked after the first page and not want to put it down. I can't wait for the rest of the series!

[Jade Simons · Rating 5 out of 5]

First Alexis Graham book and I'm hooked!!!

Grumpy body guard meets the tornado PR to a pop star....ummmmm yes please!!!

I love the trauma bond between Jake and Natalie! Even though it is different, I love that they both had it in common and were able to relate with one another because of it. The inner battle that Natalie constantly had with herself because she never allowed herself to be put first as well as her thinking the situation between her and jake was forbidden was chef's kiss!

There are so many people who probably can relate to Natalie even if they don't share the same trauma as her! Many of us have probably either not put ourselves first in every relationship we are ever in or there is a romance that you know should be forbidden either due to work or "bro code/girl code" comes into play.

Jakes growth in this book was amazing!!! Being that closed off and having that genuine connection with someone who just naturally breaks your walls without trying is what everyone strives for.

Alexis, thank you so much for allowing me to be an arc reader!! I can't wait to read book 2!

[Mariah · Rating 4 out of 5]

I've read so many rockstar/popstar/band romances, but this one was different in such a fun way! Instead of it being about the musician it was about the musicians PR agent who happens to be her sister.

Natalie is a spitfire, independent woman who don't need no man, but she absolutely deserves Jake the aloof, mysterious, lone wolf. The chemistry and slow burn leading up to the moment when they finally collide is well-written, frustratingly so. You just can't help but beg them to go to each other and make it happen.

As much as I love them both, I couldn't help but hate Jake a little for being so dumb with not being truthful. He couldn't think of a good time, ugh famous last words, buddy. He absolutely made up for his mistakes, but my goodness he is an MMC that I will forever want to shake for making poor choices 😅

I absolutely loved that workaholic Natalie had a family who loved her enough to make her take a break and take care of herself. It was such an integral part of the book.

I did not know that this is this authors first book! Girl, you did the damn thing and you did it WELL 👏

Plot ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Spice 🌶 🌶 🌶

[Catarina Lopes · Rating 3 out of 5]

I want to start this review by thanking Love Notes PR and Alexis Graham for allowing me to read this book as an ARC.

The premise was what caught my eye - PR manager and bodyguard was something I hadn’t read yet and it felt like an amazing opportunity. I don’t know if it was my expectations or just not a match between my personality and Natalie’s, but it felt hard to connect with her emotionally. I also think all my failures show how detrimentally “wrong” I am but it felt almost forced to always have her say “this bad thing happened because of me” even though she is biting Jake’s head off saying she is totally competent for the job. Speaking of Jake: while it was easier for me to connect to him, I found myself almost entering my Kindle to shake him out of his less-good actions.

Regarding Alexis’s writing: it’s great. I couldn’t have evoked so many emotions if I didn't feel like the story-telling wasn’t compelling. It’s hard to believe this is a debut novel from how smooth the writing feels like.

All in all, it’s a 3 ⭐ - easy enough read that I didn’t hate reading it, and it allowed me to giggle over a fictional man.

[Eloïse van Deutekom · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really love me some forbidden romance! So I was quite happy when I heard that I was selected to ARC-read this book. The best part about it? He is her bodyguard! I think that everyone can relate with Natalie, the FMC, she's very hard on herself.

Natalie is a very smart and strong woman, who had to take care of her siblings from an early age because of the death of their parents. She is a publicist for her pop-star sister. She loves control and doesn't want to make any mistakes. But when a PR-crisis happens just before the biggest tour of her sister's career, Natalie's team hires additional security. That's the moment that Jake comes into the picture.

Jake is very intimidating and also Natalie's bodyguard for the tour. He has one rule he always lives by: No connections. Not to people, his work or a place. He has trauma and because of that trauma he's always on the road, so he's too busy to even think about it. His new high-profile job is not very different from the others he worked on. The only problem is his sole responsibility, Natalie. Someone he just can't avoid. He is trying to run from his past but unluckily it catches up with him.

The chemistry that these two characters have is amazing!! The way they tried to sneak around, but weren't that successful still makes me laugh. Jake looks very intimidating, but he is honestly just a Golden Retriever. I'm so happy that everyone still got their happy ending. I am already looking forward to book two.!!!!

My favorite quote:
I've never wanted anything the way i want this.

My rating:
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️

[Jennifer · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed Love Blackout, especially the forbidden romance with a bodyguard trope. Natalie is the main character, and she works as the PR manager for her pop-star sister while on tour. Jake, her bodyguard, is everything you’d expect at first guarded, closed off, and emotionally distant but watching him slowly open up and allow himself to make real connections was one of my favorite parts of the story.

I appreciated that this book had an actual storyline beyond just the romance. The chemistry between Natalie and Jake felt genuine and well developed, and their relationship didn’t feel rushed. The tension, secrecy, and late-night moments made their connection believable and engaging.

Overall, this was a really good read with solid character development, real chemistry, and just enough drama to keep things interesting. I’m excited to continue the series, especially because I loved the connections between Natalie, Melanie, and Dex. Definitely looking forward to the next book!