Could not put this book down! Great love story with flawed characters. Both Annie and Clay have a lot of demons to battle--addiction, depression, loss, and suicide are not light topics--but supportive friends and channeling one's struggles into great music can help one cope. And finding love along the way can't hurt. This novel was sweet, charming, and heartbreaking at times. Can't wait to read another novel from Erin Hahn.

I love country music and having loved Nashville, I went into this fully expecting to love it. Sadly, that wasn't the case. This book never grabbed me so it was a bit of a chore to get through.
Don't get me wrong though, You'd Be Mine is in no way a bad book. It was cute and well-written but I just don't seem to enjoy YA contemporary's all that much so it's more of an "it's not you, it's me" situation.

Annie Mathers and Clay Coolidge are no strangers to grief and loss. Annie's parents were famous country stars who had a tumultuous relationship that lead to their deaths and Clay lost his brother to the war. Annie is determined not to follow in her parents footsteps and is hesitant to step into the spotlight despite her immense talent but Clay presents her with an offer she can't resist. His label wants her to open for him on his tour. Clay is the bad boy of country music so Annie does her best to keep him at arms length but as she begins to see a softer side of him, she begins to fall for his charm.

You'd Be Mine deals with some serious topics - suicide, alcoholism, drug overdose - so it isn't a light, fun book as the cover may suggest.
This is a character-driven story which I appreciated because while there was romance, it wasn't the main focus. I'm usually all for romance but in this case, I wasn't feeling the chemistry between Annie and Clay.
What I did love though, were the concert scenes! The lyrics were beautiful and heartfelt. Not to mention, you can't go wrong with Johnny Cash so I enjoyed the scenes where Clay and Annie performed some of his songs and all the references to older country stars!

"You'd Be Mine" by Erin Hahn.

My first time reading that author.

4 stars.
I really liked it. For young adults, I'm in my early 30s and decided to read it and I don't regret it as I liked it.
About music, young singers a boy, a girl, going on tour together... photoshoots, romance on the road... Also deals with addictions...

Well written, good characters, nice funny dialogues... This book made me feel good, young, happy.

Thank you NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for the ARC of this book. This is my honest review. All opinions are my own.

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Look, it pains me to write this because I love music books (and as much as I hate country music, I LOVED Nashville). Here's what didn't work for me:

1. No chemistry between the love interests. They're all into each other (but not, because you know we gotta have some angst) but they don't really interact?
2. The male narrator in the audiobook is flat. The spoken lyrics by both parties don't work. This is a rare case where I wouldn't recommend the audiobook.
3. Even though the main character tries to be sex positive, her comments don't feel that way. We already know the pressure she's under to be a "good girl" unlike her mother.
4. The alluded "tortured artist" with a double suicide (FYI no warning in the book).

Thank you to St. Martin's Press for the free review copy. All opinions are my own. 

This book was so good. Right now, I am loving the music stories that are being written. I also am just a fan of music, in general, and have it playing a lot of the time. This book is about two teenage country starts that have to figure out how they are going to handle the fame and the unintended consequences or decisions that come with it. 

I also really liked the incorporation of older country music in this book. As someone who was raised on older Dolly, Reba, and Johnny and June, I loved the references to them in this book. I also liked how Clay and Annie sang a lot of Johnny and June and how their story mirrored some aspects of this famous country duo. 

I really would've loved to listen to the original music that is in this book while I was reading. But even without hearing it, I knew that the music in the book was great.

The perfect book for those with A Star Is Born hangovers! YA isn't my usual genre, but this book stole my heart. Filled with witty humor, romance and a behind the scenes look at the country music scene, you can't go wrong!

Thank you to Netgalley for providing me with a copy of You’d Be Mine in exchange for an honest review!

Triggers: Suicide Mention, Alcoholism, Drugs (heroin mention & use of pills).

Wow. When I requested You’d Be Mine by Erin Hahn, it was mainly due to my a) obsessive request disorder, b) it looked cute, and c) I seen both the book & author pop up on my Twitter timeline multiple times that I just felt I needed to read this book. What I didn’t realize when requesting You’d Be Mine that it’d not only be cute, but also filled with actual issues & pain. Yes, friends, this YA Contemporary novel is filled with loads of pain. & for me, that’s what makes it stick out over the rest.

You’d Be Mine focuses on two country musicians going on tour; both, being forced to fight their demons. Annie’s the daughter of two legendary musicians — both letting the rock & roll life get to them until it ended up being their demise. & Clay, the headliner who’s still dealing with his brother’s death & turning to alcohol, women & drugs to fill the void.

Admittedly, there were times that I did not care for Annie or Clay. The chapters alternate between their P.O.V.s & it felt a lot of their inner dialogue were them going on about liking the other, but how!! it!! just!! wouldn’t!! work!! & it kinda got a little eh after awhile. Eventually, I did find myself liking them & especially them together.

Personally, I feel that Erin Hahn handled the dark subject matter quite well. It fit perfectly with the rest of the book, without making it the main aspect of the novel. These demons may come out to play throughout, but it doesn’t weigh down on the rest of the book; making it still perfect for those who are just looking for a nice YA Contemporary.

For those who love YA Contemporaries & can deal with heavier subject matter, I do recommend You’d Be Mine by Erin Hahn!

Also, I’m a sucker for any book that has a Dolly Parton mention.

You'd Be Mine will give you two music-loving souls who never imagined they would love each other, friendship goals, and lyrics to songs that will win your heart!

Oh, how I wish I liked it more. And no, this book isn't bad. In fact, it's one of the cutest and adorable, emotional young love stories. But that makes it largely character-driven and that's where I start crying for the plot because I prefer the latter over the former. If you love to read character oriented books and are looking for a romantic contemporary to pick up, this can be your choice.

Annie and Clay are great singers and they're paired up together for a tour. And that's it. Everything just keeps going on at a mild pace and they sing, fight, cry, laugh, and do every other thing that anyone does. The sentimental bits and pieces affected me, no doubt, but other than that, the book failed to impress me immensely.

You'd Be Mine by Erin Hahn is a debut novel unlike any other. I've always loved YA genre growing up, and this one really takes me back to those days. Star-crossed lovers, flirty banters, passionate music, and engaging characters' dynamic. This story is refreshing and emotionally charged from start to finish.

bad boy of country music clay coolidge needs annie mathers on his side in you'd be mine. partly because the label wants her on their payroll. she's the daughter of country music royalty. but that's a legacy she's not interested in harnessing. finding your parents dead of a drug overdose and suicide is something that will stay with you. in a bad way.

and clay whose grief is eating away at him, just like the never-ending schedule of tours and music he doesn't feel and groupies who just want a piece of him without actually wanting him is heading down a similar road. annie shouldn't like clay. clay should definitely not like annie.

but they spark something in each other. and maybe, if that spark catches flame there will be redemption for the both of them. or maybe they'll burn each other out. and reading this swoony romance is just an enjoyable journey. there's the right amount of angst and romance in this.

**you'd be mine will publish on april 2, 2019. i received an advance reader copy courtesy of netgalley/st. martin's press (wednesday books) in exchange for my honest review.

Note: I received a copy of this book via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I absolutely loved You’d Be Mine! This is Erin Hahn’s debut novel, and I’m now forever a fan!

Clay Coolidge is country music’s current swoony bad boy with a lot of baggage. Clay is a complete jerk at times, but also so charming you just want all the good things to happen for him. He is a grieving hot mess, and is totally relying on his bandmate and big brother’s best friend Fitz to keep him on the straight and narrow.

Annie Mathers is America’s sweetheart-the perfect blend of witty and unassuming. She’s faced her share of heartache, but hasn’t allowed it to turn her completely bitter and cynical. She truly sees the best in everyone she meets whether they actually deserve it or not. Her bandmates, cousin Kacey and best friend Jason, offer a little bit of happy-go-lucky attitude in a story that can get a bit heavy at times.

This story tackles heavy topics like addiction and toxic relationships in a real and non-preachy way that doesn’t villainize or sing the praises of either one. Annie’s parents allowed their toxic relationship to run the show in their lives, and in the process totally destroy them and in turn, Annie.

I love the way that Hahn parallels Annie and Clay’s impulsive romance with both Annie’s parents as well as Johnny and June Cash. All brilliant stars in their own right that have fallen headstrong into love with someone who maybe wasn’t the best for them. I applaud Hahn for the way that she so masterfully handled the swoon-worthy aspects of teen romance without being unrealistic.

The country classics mixed with sweet, original songs scattered throughout the book have me wishing for a soundtrack to accompany You’d Be Mine! I’d totally stand in line and buy tickets for that!

Overall, I loved this book, and would recommend it to everyone I know. I just wish it were coming out sooner.

This book sounds like an adorable romance but it's heavier than I thought it would be. Both Annie and Clay have to deal with painful pasts and find comfort in each other. The romance starts off as a toxic relationship but with both of their character development, they become people that can grow together in a healthy way. I liked the references to Country music stars. Reading this book felt very much like watching a TV show.

Erin Hahn's You'd Be Mine follows Annie Mathers, heir to the tragic country legacies of Cora Rosewood and Robbie Mathers, and Clay Coolidge, the bad boy heartthrob of country music, on summer tour. Annie deliberately put her career on hold to live as normal a life as possible. Clay hit the road as soon as he could to erase the pain back home. You'd Be Mine more than earns its comparisons to A Star is Born and Country Strong. *

Annie Mathers is all sugar and spice, no doubt Hahn thought about those ingredients real hard while writing the dynamic character. Annie faces the world with the determination born of loss and trauma, being too old for her age while still having lots to grow. In equal balance, Clay Coolidge runs from his demons at every turn. Having grown up too soon and needing time to slow down and find out what it really means to be grown. Together they are fire and oxygen, no repellant in that bonfire.

Equally fun are the ensemble cast, who Hahn has built out to be strong independent characters of their own. Their loss and pain and happiness and successes are all tangible and real throughout the story. While the focus is primarily on Annie and Clay, the background characters aren't just set dressing.

Overall, You'd Be Mine is a well written, well packaged, story from beginning to end. The plot line grows on you naturally and feels comfortable, even without the additional theatrics of Country Strong's Gwyneth Paltrow. Flashbacks to our dear Annie and Clay's pasts fill in those gaps well enough and let them find their footing in a realistic way without having to completely bottom out. To be honest, I'm a huge fan of that. Hitting that "come to Jesus" moment in real life doesn't always mean completely bottoming out.

My biggest bummer was reaching the end, I felt like there was so much story to continue. However, if she had to end the story, likely Erin Hahn found just the right spot. I look forward to seeing what else Erin Hahn comes up with. I've already clicked "follow" on GoodReads so that they can tell me asap when the next book is coming out.

*Please note, I received an e-copy from St. Martin's Press via NetGalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.

This was a wonderful romance! I went into this book without a whole lot of expectations. I picked this book up largely because it sounded somewhat original. I don't remember ever seeing another book about a pair of young adult country music stars so I decided to give it a chance. That risk worked out pretty well. This was one of those books that sucked you in and didn't let go. I just had a great time with this book.

Annie is the daughter of country music superstars. Her parents are gone so her grandparents are her closest family. She is leary of walking in her famous parent's footsteps but she has a gift. When Clay knocks on her door to recruit her for the opening act on his tour, she decides to go along with the rest of the trio, which includes her cousin and close friend.

Clay is headlining the tour and has been on the music scene just a little longer. Even though he is underage, he has spent a lot of time on the road drinking or hanging out with girls. He has some things in his past that he is also trying to deal with and he isn't always dealing with them all that well.

I loved Annie and Clay together. From the very start, I thought that the scenes between them were the times when they were completely real. Clay wasn't always such a nice guy when other people were around but Annie seemed to bring out the best in him. I loved their chemistry both on the stage and off. I really thought that these two were good for each other and it was a ton of fun watching them find their way.

I would recommend this book to others. It was a very well done story about two people working to get over their pasts while they fell for each other. I look forward to reading more from this new author.

I received a digital review copy of this book from St. Martin's Press - Wednesday Books via NetGalley.

I just read a beautiful story. It's a lot country, a little star, and a lot of down home too.

You'd Be Mine is not only a wonderful story but it's a haunting love song. I finished this book with happy tears welling up in my eyes.

Annie and Clay aren't your typical "rocker romance". Country music fan or not, these two will have you standing on your feet at the final curtain call.

It's a choice really and [they'd] be mine! Heartfelt and full of treacherous traps, You'd Be Mine is a young adult story that shouldn't be limited by that title. It's about personal growth, loss, and being survivor. There's love, loss, and fear. It's the happy, or the light in your smile.

"Clay is country’s leading bad boy, and your sweet face is his redemption.”

Clay Coolidge is a rollicking good-time successful country music star at 18 years old but he's letting his bad boy image get out of control. He's already set for his summer tour but after one drunken episode too many, his record label gives him an ultimatum - sign 17 year-old Annie Mathers and her band on as his opening act for the tour or he's being dropped.

Annie comes from country music royalty and has been hesitant to jump into the glitzy world of big-time country music. After the death of her parents, she's been secluded on her grandparent's farm in Michigan, making YouTube videos and playing local venues.

When Clay shows up at Annie's door, there are two things she realizes - she wants to play her music and perform AND even she can't deny the instant attraction between her and Clay.

This was a great story about loss, about music, and also a searing romance. Told in alternating chapters by Annie and by Clay, it was a book I didn't want to put down. It hooked me from page one until the very end. The side characters, which are the members of both Annie and Clay's bands, were fun too.

I highly recommend to romance and country music enthusiasts.

I received this book from St. Martin's Press through Net Galley in the hopes that I would read it and leave an unbiased review.

Thank you so much to St. Martins Press and NetGalley for providing me with a free copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

Me being a huge fan of country music I knew I would enjoy this book. Add in the fact that I love contemporary YA I was immediately sold on this book.

After Annie's country super star parents die she's at a loss until Clay Coolidge shows up at her door. He needs her and her bandmates to be his opener for his summer tour or his label is going to drop him. Annie gets swayed into it and as they start their tour together fans start speculating if there's more going on between them than just playing shows together. They both start to wonder if the fans and their friends are right but if there's one thing Annie doesn't want is a high-profile relationship like her parents had and Clay has his own demons he needs to figure out.

I heard great things about this book and the author before I read it and I feel like this book definitely lives up to its hype. The author had such a great writing style and I loved the plot behind the story. I loved both characters Annie and Clay individually and I loved the fact that they both had to deal with their own personal issues before they could come together.

I also loved all of the emotions in this book and how it wasn't just a sappy happily ever after story. There was plenty of drama and hurt thrown in to make it a more grounded and relatable book. Me personally I'm not a huge fan of romance books but this was so much more than just a regular love story.

I loved Erin Hahn and her debut novel and I can't wait to read more by her.

3.5 “Country love” Stars

ARC via NetGalley

Thank you, Wednesday Books

Trigger warning: drugs, suicide, alcohol abuse

You’d be Mine isn’t only a story for country music lovers, but for people that enjoy their YA romances with a little bit of drama and a lot of music.

Told from the POV of two teen country stars (even though Annie is just starting, it’s clear she’s always been one) and how they deal with life on tour while grieving their loved ones. Annie and Clay connect through their love for music (the author couldn’t be more right to say they speak the same language—music) and their pain for the people they’ve lost.

While Annie deals with the loss of her parents in a much healthier way, teen country superstar Clay drowns his pain in alcohol, women and even drugs. And though he’s clearly in a messed up phase of his life, I still ended up liking Clay’s chapters more than Annie’s. It was also true what Annie said about him—Clay just had that something extra, that magical quality that attracted my attention.

Not to say that Annie wasn’t a good character. She was a bit too good and a little bland at times, but she ended up growing on me toward the end. It also helped that I loved her relationship with her cousin, her male best friends and her grandparents. I appreciated the fact that was no drama between Annie and her cousin and no girl shaming in this novel!

The romance was cute, but I wished it had been bigger somehow. Clay and Annie’s individual paths and pain ended up taking more space then the romance, and while that’s not necessarily a problem, I felt like the book had been marketed in a way that made me believe the romance would be the main plotline and it didn’t exactly feel that way while reading.

Overall, I was happy with how the major and important themes were handled and with how I got a glimpse as the country music world. And while it took me a while to get into this book, once things got flowing, You’d Be Mine turned out to be a really fun read.

You'd Be Mine by Erin Hahn is an enjoyable young adult romance, which I enjoyed. Superstar singer Clay Coolidge is going downhill fast, with his destructive behavior. The only way to save his career is to convince Annie Mathers, a beautiful singer with famous parents, to join his summer tour. I love the quirky people and situations in this book, and watching the characters grow. I found this book to be a quick read, and recommend it to all YA romance readers, young and old.

I reviewed an arc from Netgalley and St. Martin's Press. Thank you.

I really enjoyed reading You'd Be Mine. Both Clay and Annie are great characters. Annie is sweetheart. She had great talent but has stayed out of the music industry because she has seen it destroy her parents. Clay is a country music star. He's got talent but he's kind of a mess. He's on verge of being dropped by his record label and the only way to save his career is to convince Annie to join his summer tour. She agrees to be his opening act. She sweet and has a big heart while Clay on the other hand is a moody guy. On tour together they share some sweet moments. They both have things is their past that they are battling and it was nice to see the tender moments where they let their walls down. There are song lyrics written into the story, I usually skip over these in stories but in this story I read them and really think that they added to the story.