Perception Series by Shandi Boyes

On paper, Noah Taylor appears to have the perfect life: good looks, a gifted voice, and a multi-platinum record deal in the works. In reality, expectations exceed actualities, and disappointments are constant. Everyone he’s ever cared about has left him, so what happens when he attracts a girl who sees through the shield others can’t? He fights the pull; he tells himself no—but sometimes fate can’t wake you from one nightmare without first trapping you in another... moreOn paper, Noah Taylor appears to have the perfect life: good looks, a gifted voice, and a multi-platinum record deal in the works. In reality, expectations exceed actualities, and disappointments are constant. Everyone he’s ever cared about has left him, so what happens when he attracts a girl who sees through the shield others can’t? He fights the pull; he tells himself no—but sometimes fate can’t wake you from one nightmare without first trapping you in another. With love on his side, can Noah survive the next devastating event in his life? Or will he discover no amount of dreaming will help him escape his reality? You will laugh and you will cry, but the story of Noah Taylor will stay with you forever. Saving Noah is a heart-clutching, ugly-cry rockstar romance that will break your heart before slowly piecing it back together. It's a standalone with no cliffhangers and a guaranteed HEA! Tissues are recommended. Author Warning: This book will make you ugly cry. It has steamy scenes. This title was previously published as two books, Perception of Life & Reality of Life. It has been extensively rewritten, re-edited, and has a swanky new cover. less

Jacob Walters is everyone’s favorite wingman. He’s handsome, smart, has a to-die-for laugh, and supports his friends with an unimaginable amount of strength— strength he’ll need by the truckload to break through Lola’s protective shield. She’s been burned in the past, so the last thing she wants is the attention of a man who’s infamous for flash-in-the-pan relationships. Lola McIntosh won’t win a popularity contest anytime soon... moreJacob Walters is everyone’s favorite wingman. He’s handsome, smart, has a to-die-for laugh, and supports his friends with an unimaginable amount of strength— strength he’ll need by the truckload to break through Lola’s protective shield. She’s been burned in the past, so the last thing she wants is the attention of a man who’s infamous for flash-in-the-pan relationships. Lola McIntosh won’t win a popularity contest anytime soon. She’s beautiful, brash, and has no qualms telling people how it is—especially the clingy neurotic men who can’t take the hint that she isn’t a “dating” type of girl. Thank God no amount of attitude will stop her from discovering how much in common two clashing personalities can have when they fight against the odds. Fighting Jacob is a heartfelt new adult read that proves the strongest relationships are forged from their differences not their similarities. It has steamy moments and a hidden message about the fighter in all of us. Scroll up to one-click this witty, strangers-to-lovers romance! This book has no cliffhangers and can be read as a standalone, but spoilers will occur for Saving Noah. less

I don't just have the package: looks, stamina, and a smile that makes girls weak at the knees, I am the package. My name is Nicholas Holt—or “The Player” to those who know me best. I'm the man your mother warned you about. The self-described playboy with no intentions to settle down. I party hard, play hard, and the wall around my heart is the hardest of them all. But like all good tales, a story can't unfold without the gut-twisting hairpins we call life... moreI don't just have the package: looks, stamina, and a smile that makes girls weak at the knees, I am the package. My name is Nicholas Holt—or “The Player” to those who know me best. I'm the man your mother warned you about. The self-described playboy with no intentions to settle down. I party hard, play hard, and the wall around my heart is the hardest of them all. But like all good tales, a story can't unfold without the gut-twisting hairpins we call life.A pretty blonde with dazzling blue eyes was one terrifying dip I never saw coming. Against screaming protests, she forced my cart off the tracks. Her name is Jenni—or “The Player Slayer” as I refer to her.With a killer smile, and an ability to deflect my wooing charm, will she have what it takes to bring this player to his knees? Or will lies, deception, and a deranged stalker cause one too many kinks in the craziest ride of all—the ride of love?Although this is book four in the Perception Series, it can be read as a standalone! It's recommended for those over the age of eighteen.*For TWs please visit the author's website. less

My heart drummed a worthy rock ballad when my eyes landed on Kylie in a dusty lot hundreds of miles from my hometown.We couldn’t have been more opposite if we tried but melded together like Mac n Cheese. She was the sweet to my sour; the rock to my roll, and the lyrics to my ballad... until she vanished without a trace.Now she’s back, touring with my bandmates and me... moreMy heart drummed a worthy rock ballad when my eyes landed on Kylie in a dusty lot hundreds of miles from my hometown.We couldn’t have been more opposite if we tried but melded together like Mac n Cheese. She was the sweet to my sour; the rock to my roll, and the lyrics to my ballad... until she vanished without a trace.Now she’s back, touring with my bandmates and me.I should hate her for leaving without saying goodbye, for the mess she left my life in, but no matter how often I tell my body she’s the enemy, he never listens.She’s the one thing I loved more than music, but it will take more than a heartfelt serenade to crack through the wall her betrayal built around my heart.I’m not the man she once knew, and I plan to show her that the hard way.Redeeming Slater is a second-chance romance that will inspire you to look past the blurred lines of infamy. It has schmexy scenes and a devoted story about finding love through forgiveness. It is part of the Perception Series but can be read as a standalone, although some spoilers may occur.*For TWs please visit the author's website. less

This little treat is more wicked than sweet! The fame, the fortune, they've done it all! Now it's time for a trip down memory lane. This book has five parts: one story from each member of the band, and of course, our lovable teddy bear, Jacob. If you haven't read the Perception Series, you will get lost. This book is intended for those in the know. As the title suggests, these stories aren't for the faint-hearted. They're HOT HOT HOT! Come say hello to old family and friends... moreThis little treat is more wicked than sweet! The fame, the fortune, they've done it all! Now it's time for a trip down memory lane. This book has five parts: one story from each member of the band, and of course, our lovable teddy bear, Jacob. If you haven't read the Perception Series, you will get lost. This book is intended for those in the know. As the title suggests, these stories aren't for the faint-hearted. They're HOT HOT HOT! Come say hello to old family and friends. Noah, Jacob, Nick, Slater, and Marcus are waiting to knock your socks off, so how about we get reacquainted with Rise Up! Author Warning: This book is only intended for those over the age of eighteen years, and it not recommended to be read until you have finished both Perception and Bound Series. less

Things we hear, witness, and imagine affect our lives in ways you’d never think possible. Noah Taylor believes this more than anyone. He walked through the gates of hell, he endured the pain, and now we get the chance to see how he arrived in his dark, solemn place. Saving Emily follows Noah’s horrifying journey of grief, pain, and discovery from Emily’s point of view. Find out what happened during those gut-wrenching three months while also discovering how love truly does conquer all... moreThings we hear, witness, and imagine affect our lives in ways you’d never think possible. Noah Taylor believes this more than anyone. He walked through the gates of hell, he endured the pain, and now we get the chance to see how he arrived in his dark, solemn place. Saving Emily follows Noah’s horrifying journey of grief, pain, and discovery from Emily’s point of view. Find out what happened during those gut-wrenching three months while also discovering how love truly does conquer all. This novella is only to be read after Saving Noah. It has major spoilers and is recommended for mature audiences. Chapters from this book were originally published under Reality of Life. It has been rewritten, re-edited and re-formatted. It is approximately 33,000 words. less