Lonely for You Only is another one of Monica Murphys Lancaster Prep books, but can be read as a standalone. This book is not like all her usually Lancaster ones, it is a bit on the lighter classic romance. It's was a great easy read for me!

Scarlett is a sweet 18 year old, trying to find herself and her own identity apart from her family name and what is expected to be a Lancaster. Her father throws her a party and books a rockstar. While she is expecting Harry Styles gets Tate Ramsey.

Tate was the former lead singer of his band but after some struggling and events he is ready to make his comeback. He gets the gig for Scarletts party but this rockstar ends up sharing a viral kiss which stuns both him and Scarlett.

That one viral kiss is what will change the course for our two made leads, and the beginning of a fake relationship... but will it all be fake?

Lonely for you is a sweet tender romance, with humor and angst and self growth.

(Thank you for my copy of this book, the above thoughts and feeling are my own. Hope you enjoy! 🖤)

thank you Blackstone Publishing and Netgalley for providing me a review copy of Lonely For You Only by Monica Murphy🖤💖

as usual, i went into this book blindly. i didn’t even read the blurb, all i knew that it’s Monica Murphy’s book and i just needed to read it.

this book actually had so much potential but i was slightly disappointed by the way it just fell flat for me. nothing much happened and it’s kind of predictable. but it was an easy read, so yea i liked it.

one thing i adored about this book was the fact that he wrote an album just for her. that’s so sweet🥹

this was an okay read but i do recommend to listen to the audiobook version, because the narrators gave an outstanding performance.

Scarlett Lancaster has only been two things in her 18 years of life. Heiress, only daughter of Fitz and Gloria Lancaster but a muse was never one of those things. Lonely For You Only, the latest by Monica Murphy not only brings beautiful music into your world but we see a young man getting a second chance to redeem himself in a way he never thought possible. Then we have a young girl wanting to be something more than what she is expected but scared of what is really be possible. I loved that Scarlett just wants to be away from the Lancaster name and being with Tate she can see how her life can be different , fun and full of adventure and still be Scarlett. Tate shows her a world she never thought was out there and she wants it all. There are people that ridicule her and and call her rich little girl but Tate shows her how smart, beautiful and even sexy in his eyes. The attraction between them is instant yet seeing Scarlett some what still crush on Ian was hillarious because of the way he acts so not deserving of her love. This was a great a story full of dreams, music and love unexpected yet so real all the way. AWESOME!!

"I received an eBook copy from the publisher for the purpose of an honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own."

Monica Murphy is an author I have been wanting to read for a long long time. I was excited to get my hands on this story, but I think this might have been the wrong Monica Murphy story to start with.

The tropes seemed like they would be right up my alley - I LOVE celebrity romance, and the premise seemed like exactly my sort of offbeat. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to connect with the characters (I actually found them quite unlikeable) and the whole energy of the story felt very young for me.

I set this one down and tried to pick it back up on three separate occasions, but in the end it's still going to be a DNF for me at 25%.

I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to read and review. Unfortunately, this one just wasn't my cuppa.

Monica Murphy brings another brilliant page turning story that will captivate you from start. It's absolutely phenomenal and I really loved and enjoyed it.

I Cannot Recommend it enough to all reader. A Must read.

Disclaimer: I received this book at no cost from the publisher/author. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review. I am leaving a voluntary review and all opinions are my own.

This book, ya'll! This book made me feel some stuff. The entire premise of this book is like something out of one of my daydreams. Monica Murphy brought that dream to life with stark clarity. I was so over the moon for this story.

Monica Murphy is one of my unicorn authors because I know that when I pick up one of her books, I will get exactly what I'm craving. I connect with her writing style on such a deep level. It's like she is writing just for me and tailoring her stories to my tastes. Or like we are bookish kindred spirits. I just know that when I pick up one of her books I am going to get a high-quality romance that I won't be able to put down.

The plot of this story was a dream come true. For real, ya'll. The construction of the plot and the ideas used in the story were completely perfect. The plot kept my interest and was entertaining. It was so compelling, too. I couldn't put this one down to save my life.

I fell in love with these characters almost immediately. They had such an intense magnetism that drew me right in. They were relatable with complex backgrounds that added so much depth to the story and their character growth.

I loved the execution of romance tropes in this book. I am a sucker for a fake relationship story and this one was mapped out perfectly. The banter between Tate and Scarlett was semi-angsty and kept things interesting. The romance is a slow burn that weasels its way into something more fiery.

Overall, this is an outstanding coming-of-age love story that is the perfect light romance read. If you love memorable characters, addictive plots, and phenomenal writing then you should add this one to your TBR. I think that fans of rockstar romance would also enjoy this one. I can't wait for the next release from this author! Monica Murphy leaves me on cloud nine with every new story.

If you like these tropes, definitely buy this book:
-Rehabilitated rockstar/rich girl
-Supportive parents
-Fake dating
-She dislikes him, he likes her
-Quick burn
-Unrequited Love
-Bad Boy
-Coming of Age

I like all those things too, but unfortunately I didn’t enjoy this book. I like Monica Murphy, but this book felt like it was written for 13 year olds pining after Harry Styles. It felt like a fanfiction that was not adapted very well. I was cringing at every sex scene, because it felt like a middle schooler writing Wattpad smut for the first time about Harry Styles, and aging herself up a few years so it was appropriate but forgetting to age up her personality. Everyone in this book was immature and hard to like. I hate writing bad reviews but this book was not fleshed out correctly.

The first thing I notice is that his voice is deeper than it used to be. He definitely sounds more mature. And I can't help but think, as he sings the song that launched Five Car Pileup's career, that it feels like he's singing it only to me.

Scarlett Lancaster is in shock. Her father actually got her middle school poster lead singer to sing at her 18th birthday. It's exciting AND embarrassing. She doesn't know what to do. Her actual crush is here at the party. He continues to ignore her though. By the end of the night, she's kissing Tate, the boy band drop out. Scarlett's feelings are all over the place.

Tate Ramsey has gotten a second chance doing what he loves. Singing and performing. He threw his first chance away when he was too young and stupid to appreciate it. He knows he's gotten a lot of this attention because of his association with Scarlett. He's also legitimately attracted to her. When his business people want him to fake a relationship with her for the publicity, he goes along with it. She is his muse. What could go wrong??

I love this new installment of the Lancaster family!

Monica's writing gets me every time. She has the ability to suck me in and make me not want to put the book down and next thing I know I've completely lost track of the time. This book is completely captivating and so perfect for a wide range of readers. I love seeing this on shelves everywhere knowing so many people will have the opportunity to pick it up.

This is a sweet, coming of age, with a bit of rockstar, romance read!!!

Read the blurb if you want to know what the book is about. I do my best to NOT summarize the book in my reviews or give details away that may spoil any parts of a book.

Scarlett is not your typical heiress. Yes, she realizes how fortunate she is, however, she doesn't want to be known for that. She wants to be relatable to the every day individual. And when she is provided an opportunity to live outside the life of her Lancaster, she takes that opportunity, with a bit of hesitancy though.

Monica does a wonderful job of letting this story play out naturally. But with saying that, certain revelations seem quite fast and the characters address this very well. I found this story to be authentic in so many ways yet very entertaining for readers. There is very light drama and is all handled well.

Overall, another great read from Monica Murphy!!

I am so sad to say this but I guess Monica Murphy is just not for me. I feel like it is very hard for me to connect to her characters. I enjoyed A million kisses in your lifetime but other books by this author are just a No for me.

ake dating
Ex rock star
Heiress
Slow burn

Scarlett is an heiress leading a privileged life. She wants to find out who Scarlett is behind the power of her family.
Tate is a former boy band star. He needs a sr one chance to jump start his career. When he is hired to perform at the 18th birthday of Scarlett Lancaster, he puts his all in it. The crowd was impressed. A viral kiss and his performance is the beginning. Then it’s fake dating that turns into more.

As the story progresses we get some laughs, tender moments and love. Great story and a good addition to the Lancaster group. A light read.

Sweet romance about a young heiress that wants to be her own person and a former boy band member that wants a second chance at life.

Tate and Scarlett are good for one another. They draw strength from another and a good balance for them both. She wants to make a name for herself that’s not connected to the Lancaster name and he wants a come back to show the world that he has grown up and not the party hard, bad boy former boy band leader.

The agreement was to be in a fake relationship but the more time they spend together, they realize the feelings are real and they want to be together. The fear of putting your feeling out there is real. Can what started as something fake turn out to be the real deal?

Sweet slow burn at it’s best.

ARC for this honest review

I loved this premise of a high society heiress who meets a troubled rock band star. 𝘓𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘭𝘺 𝘍𝘰𝘳 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘖𝘯𝘭𝘺 can be read as a standalone, but is part of the Lancaster Prep series. It was such a slow burn, angsty romance with tension that just kept building and building.

Told in dual POV, both Scarlett and Tate weren’t the most likeable characters, but they were so flawed and I loved seeing each of them grow. They had such a sweet romance, and paired together really well.

𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗧𝗢 𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗧
🎸rockstar romance
🎤fake dating
💕opposites attract
🎸slow burn
🎤bad boy/good girl
💕forced proximity

*many thanks to Blackstone, Valentine PR, Libro.fm and Netgalley for the gifted copy for review

Tate is a former boy bander, reformed bad boy, and now he has a chance to bring back his career thanks to his performance at Scarlett Lancasters 18th birthday party. What he doesn’t expect is the kiss. It’s a kiss that goes viral and opens the door for him to finally get his second chance at a solo career, but the record label will only take him on with Scarlett as a part of the deal. With nothing to lose he has to convince her to act as his faithful doting girlfriend.

Couldn't quite get into this book but wanted to read since it's in the Lancaster Prep series!

LOVE Tate & Scarlett. This story is a slow burn with heaps of chemistry. It's about first crushes and first loves. It's a fun take on all of our younger years where we crushed on our favorite boy bands and actors and what it would be like to end up with them someday. It's also a story of trying to find your own identity when you enter adulthood and making a name and career on your own. Tate flamed out early as part of a boy band and when he gets a surprising chance to resurrect his singing career, it comes with an unorthodox deal. Scarlett unexpectedly happens to be part of that deal.
We watch them navigate a Hollywood world where the naïve and innocent get chewed up and spit out. Tate had to find a way to maintain his sobriety with all the pressure of putting out a new album. I especially loved the partnership and romance that blooms between them. Scarlett has an inner strength and confidence that I admired so much. And you get that a-ha moment when you finally find out what the title of the story really means and it was swoonworthy.

“It’s the way he looks at me when he speaks. As if he’s thinking of doing . . . things to me. Sexual things.”

Scarlett is the only daughter of the youngest Lancaster. She’s the ultimate good girl and just wants to be her own person and get away from her family’s name.

Tate is a former boy bander getting ready for comeback. And performing at Scarlett’s 18th birthday party is the restart he really needs.

What’s a girl to do when her celebrity crush growing up asks her to be his fake girlfriend? Say yes of course!

A coming of age story about finding that one person who sees you and loves you through the ups and downs. The person you can be completely be yourself with and pushes you for more - to grow.

Scarlett and Tate are the perfect match. The good girl and bad boy. Their banter was fun and enjoyable. Tate can be really sweet and who wouldn’t love to be someone’s muse? Writing songs about you? Swoony for sure! 🥰

I love everything that Monica Murphy writes. Lonely for You Only tells the story of rich girl Scarlett Lancaster and washed up rockstar Tate Ramsey who is ready for a come back. This is a sweet sexy coming of age story full of a few surprises.

Scarlett is super excited for her 18th birthday party as her dad is surprising her with a musician and she is really hoping for Harry Styles. She is quite disappointed when it is a singer she had a crush on when she was teenager. Tate Ramsey is even more gorgeous than when Scarlett was a teenager. She never expects to see him again after their brief run in at her party but fate has other plans.

Tate Ramsey has just been trying to get by in life after he ruined his music career. He gets an opportunity to sing at birthday party for a Scarlett Lancaster and never expects his life to make a complete 360. What will happen when he proposes starting a fake relationship with Scarlett to better his career Will she go along with it or will she tell him he's lost his mind?

I loved the connection between Scarlett and Tate. The secondary characters added lots of depth to the storyline. I loved all the twists and turns this story took. I can't wait to see what Monica is working on next!!

The Lancaster clan has been an interesting group to read about and all have their own issues or drama that has made them a group I’ve enjoyed reading about and Scarlett’s was no different. I went through and I did devour her and Tate’s story because who doesn’t love a good rockstar and fake relationship trope?! Scarlett is trying her best to set herself a part from her family while making a name that is her own and when her and Tate’s paths cross you can feel the tingle of electricity that flows between them. while they both decide to go for the fake relationship in order to help their own careers out they never thought that things could turn real, but like always there are some things and others that hold them back. While I did enjoy their story, banter, and chemistry it just took a lot of time for things to get where I thought it should be and it made the story slow down a lot. Other than that this was cute and enjoyable read of another Lancaster trying to find their place in the world and a happily ever after.

What a cute, sweet, fake dating romance. Tate and Scarlett are opposites. But they do say, that opposites attract. Her long time crush ends up at her party. And this party is the second chance that Tate was looking for. This book is about new beginnings and a love so sweet, you won’t want to put this book down.