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Never Enough

Book 1 in the series:Dirtshine

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'Never Enough' in the 'Dirtshine' series by Roxie Noir follows the story of Gavin, the lead singer of the rock band Dirtshine, as he navigates his journey through addiction, recovery, and the challenges of fame. Gavin's PR team decides he needs a fake girlfriend to improve his public image, leading him to meet Marisol, a law student with her own struggles. As their fake relationship evolves, real feelings develop, complicating their situation and bringing to light issues of addiction, recovery, and the complexities of relationships in the spotlight.

The story is characterized by its raw portrayal of addiction, the emotional impact on both the addict and their loved ones, and the fragility of the human heart. Through Gavin and Marisol's evolving relationship, the book delves into themes of redemption, second chances, and the struggles of maintaining sobriety in the face of public scrutiny and personal demons.

Characters:

The characters are well-developed, with Gavin as a recovering addict and Marisol as a law student, both navigating their personal issues and their evolving relationship.

Writing/Prose:

The prose is engaging and relatable, effectively balancing humor and serious themes, with a strong emphasis on character development.

Plot/Storyline:

The narrative centers around Gavin, a recovering addict seeking to prove himself and his relationship with Marisol, which begins as a fake romance but develops deeper feelings.

Setting:

The setting combines the music scene with personal struggles, emphasizing both the industry’s allure and its darker realities.

Pacing:

The pacing is well-structured, sustaining reader interest through a mix of emotional depth and plot development.
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Notes:

Gavin is the lead singer of the band Dirtshine and has recently completed rehab for heroin addiction.
Marisol, the heroine, is a law student specializing in immigration law.
The story explores themes of recovery, addiction, and the pressure of public image in the music industry.
Gavin's past includes a drug scandal that resulted in a road crew member's death due to overdose.
The plot revolves around a fake relationship that turns real between Gavin and Marisol.
Marisol is the daughter of Guatemalan immigrants and is portrayed as a strong, intelligent character.
The author, Roxie Noir, is praised for portraying the harsh realities of addiction while also providing moments of humor and sweetness.
Many readers found the story emotionally impactful but some felt it was also quite sad.
The book has a dual point of view, allowing readers to see both characters' thoughts and feelings.
The narrative emphasizes the importance of real connections and personal growth amidst struggles with addiction.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

The story includes high content warnings due to its portrayal of drug addiction and related themes.

Has Romance?

The book features a strong romantic plot, following the developing relationship between the main characters.

From The Publisher:

It's a simple enough transaction.

Marisol needs the money, and I need a nice girl to parade in front of the cameras.

No feelings. No strings. No falling for anyone.

I've been clean for months, but my record company's not satisfied. Apparently it isn't enough to only kick a heroin addiction - they're insisting that I find a girlfriend as well.

If I don't, they pull Dirtshine's massive record deal.

It's supposed to show that I've changed my ways, that I've turned over a new leaf, all that rubbish. But I've had it with suit-wearing wankers telling me what I'm to do, so I'm on the verge of telling them to go f*ck themselves.

And then she shows up.

Marisol locks me out of my own concert by accident. She's wearing a suit at a rock show, searching for her lost law school textbook, has no idea who I am...

...and for the first time in years, I'm hooked.

She's smart, driven, and utterly gorgeous. The sort of girl who earnestly believes in following the rules and hates when others don't.

I'm a huge rock star, recovering addict, and general f*ckup.

Our relationship is for show, and that's all. But with every smile, every laugh, and every breathtaking glance at her curves, I want her more.

Two months is all we agreed to. But it's never going to be enough.

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