Lara Ward Cosio's Rock Star On The Verge Review!

Rock Star on the Verge

By: Lara Ward Cosio

Release Date: September 17, 2020

Publisher: Lara Ward Cosio

Author Website:  http://www.larawardcosio.com/

5 Stars

Lara Ward Cosio could not have put together a more fitting conclusion to her  Rogue series than a road trip merging the old generation with the new generation and where the past was put to rest leaving a future that loomed wide open with endless possibilities in Rock Star on the Verge! 

When Conor Quinn, famed guitarist and rock royalty, found himself at a crossroad in his life, unsure of which direction to go, he found an unexpected bond with his godson Donal, son of Rogue bassist Martin Whelan, who while at a different stage in his life was experiencing a similar predicament. This was a work about the road to discovery both literally and figuratively. As the two took a spontaneous motorcycle adventure across Europe they found that they both offered the insight the other needed to find what they were looking for. The caring and candid banter between Conor and Donal was wonderful to watch play out. Ms. Ward Cosio excels in depth filled inner and direct dialog. Donal was on the brink of adulthood but still floundered for footing and direction. In contrast Conor was at a point in his life where things were so settled that he no longer had anything to reach for and complacency was tearing him apart. This author did a fine job of giving both Conor and Donal the position of strength and wisdom the other needed to progress in their individual journeys. 

This was an introspective work and the focus on self-discovery was kind even when this author's portrayals were stripped bare. While there was plenty of angst and sadness, with lots of airing of past and present issues, there was just as much humor and comradery making this work well rounded and always interesting. Lara Ward Cosio's gift of gab made for some memorable conversations between Conor and Donal. This writer sees and feels her characters with clarity and her unfiltered portrayals are ever evolving. No sentiment is insignificant or unaccounted for with this author because with her they all lead somewhere and are key to her character's makeups. Reading her work is a unique and intimate experience. This series conclusion did not feel like an ending but a time to go in a new direction, leading the way for Ms. Cosio to take on new characters and breathe life into them with her wonderfully unique perspective. Rock Star on the Verge, an amazing journey and an amazing read!

*I was given an advanced copy. All opinions expressed are my own.* 

*While this work can be read as a stand-alone, for an overall enhanced reading experience reading the previous books in this series is suggested.*