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winemakerssister's review against another edition
4.0
4.5 stars
This is one of my favorites in the Cake series. And of course, Andi Arndt and Zachary Webber are terrific as always.
This is one of my favorites in the Cake series. And of course, Andi Arndt and Zachary Webber are terrific as always.
rihoward's review
4.0
4.4 stars
I have loved this family since the very first book. It is hard to read at times, because the backstory and common theme is heartbreaking, but the power of having a family that practices unconditional love is powerful. The tragedy of Jake affected them all and I find myself discovering just how many ways it changed the trajectory of the family members. Yet, despite that, they still are strong. They adapt different and I'm 100% here for it. Quinn and Jess were perfect for each other, however, the best was the moments between Quinn and Jess. The second epilogue was everything.
I can't wait for Grace's story next year. It seems so far away. Somehow, I will manage to wait because it will be worth it.
I have loved this family since the very first book. It is hard to read at times, because the backstory and common theme is heartbreaking, but the power of having a family that practices unconditional love is powerful. The tragedy of Jake affected them all and I find myself discovering just how many ways it changed the trajectory of the family members. Yet, despite that, they still are strong. They adapt different and I'm 100% here for it. Quinn and Jess were perfect for each other, however, the best was the moments between Quinn and Jess. The second epilogue was everything.
I can't wait for Grace's story next year. It seems so far away. Somehow, I will manage to wait because it will be worth it.
kaydanielsromance's review
5.0
Next in Line is different than what I was expecting, not different bad, it was way better!!
It's been a couple of years since I read Cake, but I still remember Jake McAlister, he is hard to forget. Cake was one of those stories that sticks with you, and the characters never leave so of course I jumped at the chance to read about his baby brother, Quinn. I really wanted to know Quinn's perspective on growing up under the shadow of his brother's mega star, but also living in the aftermath of Jake's kidnapping. These are both life altering experiences and I was fascinated to read how Quinn would handle the outcomes of such huge moments.
Next In Line did NOT DISAPPOINT in any way. It is a story that completely stands on its own. (Yes, Quinn it did!) You see, Quinn's entire life he felt like he had to be better and outshine his big brother. That's a quality I think a lot of younger siblings face in any normal family, but when your brother is a mega superstar it's ten times harder to step out from under his huge shadow. Quinn constantly struggled to make his own mark no matter what he tried to do, especially when everyone just assumed he was riding the coattails of his famous brother. Quinn desperately wanted to be a star of his own making, but rising to the top isn't exactly easy...sometimes it's all about being in the right place at the right time. Or meeting the right person. Quinn is stuck, obviously, under Jake's shadow, but he's self-deprecating a lot of the time about it so it makes the continual dig at his big brother palpable. Just when this would seem to get old, Quinn is actually coming to terms with a lot of his emotional baggage with the help of his special angel, Jess. Jake may be the world's favorite rock star, but after this book, Quinn is my new favorite McAlister.
Jess is quite the firecracker. It's great for her job, it adds that creative flair and gives her style that most days increases her tip jar. When a desperate, yet hot guy, jumps into her RYde share she never expected her fiery nature to attract his attention and eventually spark a Jesserella pandemonium that pretty much turned her world upside down.
Jess is strong, independent, and full of spirit, which helps carry her throughout the story. I love her character and how she's lived her life on her own terms even with the hard circumstances she's been given. Her deeply driven strength helps Quinn over and over, while at the same time his deep sense of familial commitment is highly attractive to her, but also what keeps her shying away. She's got some secrets of her own that she doesn't want to hurt Quinn while he's reaching for the top. Quinn's never met anyone like her, someone selfless and not looking for a free ride, basically someone like himself. Jess and Quinn may be from completely opposite worlds, but they share such a similar background that their souls instantly recognized they are connected. One day is all it took, but honestly they didn't need more than that to really know they had something special.
Their chemistry is instant and their banter is fun while being just the right amount of flirty. They both felt neglected growing up within their own families, but together, for the very first time, they feel seen. They are two halves of a whole and work better together than they do apart. This whole book was different than I was expecting, but also so much better than my expectations. I really loved visiting this family again. It was a great book!
It's been a couple of years since I read Cake, but I still remember Jake McAlister, he is hard to forget. Cake was one of those stories that sticks with you, and the characters never leave so of course I jumped at the chance to read about his baby brother, Quinn. I really wanted to know Quinn's perspective on growing up under the shadow of his brother's mega star, but also living in the aftermath of Jake's kidnapping. These are both life altering experiences and I was fascinated to read how Quinn would handle the outcomes of such huge moments.
Next In Line did NOT DISAPPOINT in any way. It is a story that completely stands on its own. (Yes, Quinn it did!) You see, Quinn's entire life he felt like he had to be better and outshine his big brother. That's a quality I think a lot of younger siblings face in any normal family, but when your brother is a mega superstar it's ten times harder to step out from under his huge shadow. Quinn constantly struggled to make his own mark no matter what he tried to do, especially when everyone just assumed he was riding the coattails of his famous brother. Quinn desperately wanted to be a star of his own making, but rising to the top isn't exactly easy...sometimes it's all about being in the right place at the right time. Or meeting the right person. Quinn is stuck, obviously, under Jake's shadow, but he's self-deprecating a lot of the time about it so it makes the continual dig at his big brother palpable. Just when this would seem to get old, Quinn is actually coming to terms with a lot of his emotional baggage with the help of his special angel, Jess. Jake may be the world's favorite rock star, but after this book, Quinn is my new favorite McAlister.
Jess is quite the firecracker. It's great for her job, it adds that creative flair and gives her style that most days increases her tip jar. When a desperate, yet hot guy, jumps into her RYde share she never expected her fiery nature to attract his attention and eventually spark a Jesserella pandemonium that pretty much turned her world upside down.
Jess is strong, independent, and full of spirit, which helps carry her throughout the story. I love her character and how she's lived her life on her own terms even with the hard circumstances she's been given. Her deeply driven strength helps Quinn over and over, while at the same time his deep sense of familial commitment is highly attractive to her, but also what keeps her shying away. She's got some secrets of her own that she doesn't want to hurt Quinn while he's reaching for the top. Quinn's never met anyone like her, someone selfless and not looking for a free ride, basically someone like himself. Jess and Quinn may be from completely opposite worlds, but they share such a similar background that their souls instantly recognized they are connected. One day is all it took, but honestly they didn't need more than that to really know they had something special.
Their chemistry is instant and their banter is fun while being just the right amount of flirty. They both felt neglected growing up within their own families, but together, for the very first time, they feel seen. They are two halves of a whole and work better together than they do apart. This whole book was different than I was expecting, but also so much better than my expectations. I really loved visiting this family again. It was a great book!
trudyd's review
5.0
If you are in the mood to feel everything then Next in Line is perfect. If you are in the mood for sarcasm then Next in Line is the right book for you. If you are ready to laugh until you pee, then Next in Line is definitely for you. I didn't know until I read Next in Line, but I needed it all. I got it all and it was magnificent.
Quinn has been lost since he was six years old. He lives in the shadows. He is his own worst enemy in his journey to stardom. He needs a shining light, a direction. He needs a ride. He doesn't know it yet but he needs Jesse.
Jesse is a tourist guide to the stars. Everyday she rides a bus showing others how the other half lives. When she can, she spends her nights as a ryde driver trying to survive.
Fate, destiny, desperation bring Quinn and Jesse together. They are perfect for each other. They are very entertaining for the reader.
Do you know what that means? Jesse and Quinn are going to have to work for every smile, for every sweet moment. What a rush! What a wonderful story! What a great journey to a beautiful ending. Get ready to be shocked and awed. Get ready to have your mind blown.
Everyone needs and enjoys Cake. Next in Line is the icing that makes it a 5 star desert and wonderful way to spend the day.
Quinn has been lost since he was six years old. He lives in the shadows. He is his own worst enemy in his journey to stardom. He needs a shining light, a direction. He needs a ride. He doesn't know it yet but he needs Jesse.
Jesse is a tourist guide to the stars. Everyday she rides a bus showing others how the other half lives. When she can, she spends her nights as a ryde driver trying to survive.
Fate, destiny, desperation bring Quinn and Jesse together. They are perfect for each other. They are very entertaining for the reader.
Do you know what that means? Jesse and Quinn are going to have to work for every smile, for every sweet moment. What a rush! What a wonderful story! What a great journey to a beautiful ending. Get ready to be shocked and awed. Get ready to have your mind blown.
Everyone needs and enjoys Cake. Next in Line is the icing that makes it a 5 star desert and wonderful way to spend the day.
fsmeurinne's review against another edition
4.0
Quinn's story is one I was looking forward to, I love the Cake series and can't get enough of them, but Quinn is the character I was missing the most. All the things he lived from Jake's abduction were a dark past I wanted to read about. I love Jess, I think the way they meet and how she is is perfect for Quinn. An emotional rollercoaster indeed, so many things having to come out and the there are some twists you didn't see coming, I really recommend the whole series is one of my top favorite rockstar romance series.
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digitlchic's review against another edition
5.0
6 ⭐️ arguably my fav yet (on rereads consider reading Like the Wind first)
trish_beautifulchaosreviews's review
5.0
Next in Line is the story of Quinn, the next to the youngest McKallister. He and his sister Grace were so young when Jake's trauma occurred their after-effects have been different from the rest of the family. One thing is sure, Quinn is in pursuit of music.
Next in Line is the story of Quinn growing as a brother, a musician, and a man. It is also the story of Jess, who needs a hero in her life and the life of her son, and we get to watch Quinn truly grow into that hero. This book was so touching in so many ways; we see Quinn's struggles and how he is holding on to things he needs to let go of. He has a lot of wisdom spoken into his life by family members Tucker and Jess. He listens because he's tired of the same old same old. He listens and finds a literal band of brothers to move toward his goals alongside. Quinn meets Jess, and it's an instant connection. Would it happen in real life? Heck no. But this is romance, and it works for me. She's sassy and fun, and Quinn is smitten. Even though Jess is a massive part of this story, I feel that Quinn growing and becoming the McKallister he's to be, not a copy or competitor of Jake is more of Quinn's theme. A lot is going on, and some are pretty heartbreaking. But in the end, I love where this novel took us, I loved hanging out with the McKallister brood again, and I am now anxiously looking forward to Grace's story. But I have to say I loved how Quinn came out, and this book left me with very happy feels.
Next in Line is the story of Quinn growing as a brother, a musician, and a man. It is also the story of Jess, who needs a hero in her life and the life of her son, and we get to watch Quinn truly grow into that hero. This book was so touching in so many ways; we see Quinn's struggles and how he is holding on to things he needs to let go of. He has a lot of wisdom spoken into his life by family members Tucker and Jess. He listens because he's tired of the same old same old. He listens and finds a literal band of brothers to move toward his goals alongside. Quinn meets Jess, and it's an instant connection. Would it happen in real life? Heck no. But this is romance, and it works for me. She's sassy and fun, and Quinn is smitten. Even though Jess is a massive part of this story, I feel that Quinn growing and becoming the McKallister he's to be, not a copy or competitor of Jake is more of Quinn's theme. A lot is going on, and some are pretty heartbreaking. But in the end, I love where this novel took us, I loved hanging out with the McKallister brood again, and I am now anxiously looking forward to Grace's story. But I have to say I loved how Quinn came out, and this book left me with very happy feels.
booktastic21's review
5.0
Was wonderful to learn more about Quinn. I have been a fan for a few years now so this was nice to have a long story with Quinn as the main character. Loved to see the journey of friendship between Quinnn and Jess. Do not want to give spoilers but if you are curretn on Book 1 to 5 in the series you will love to see all of his family represented in this one. Surprises in a great way. Happy that we are current on Quinn now ready for Grace.