Lust Hate Love by Ella Frank

Lust Hate Love

Rockstar Ego Meets Cold Reality

Written byElla Frank
Narrated byCharlie David
Length5h57m
Release dateApril 14, 2020
LanguageEnglish
★★★★☆ 4.7 (315 ratings)

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AuthorElla Frank
NarratorCharlie David
Runtime5h57m
PublishedApril 14, 2020
Rating★★★★☆ 4.7 / 5 (315 ratings)
CategoriesLGBTQ+, Romance, Contemporary
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Lust Hate Love thrives on friction—the kind that sparks not just in the bedroom, but in boardrooms, backstage bickering, and the quiet, loaded silences between two men who want to hate each other but can’t stop looking. Killian Michaels is the definition of rockstar excess: confident, impulsive, and used to winning with a smirk. But Levi Walker, the sharply dressed, no-nonsense manager hired to keep Fallen Angel from imploding, isn’t impressed. Their clash of wills begins with a kiss that ignites both desire and defiance, setting off a slow-burn dynamic where control is the real currency. Ella Frank strips away the typical rock romance glitter to focus on power, vulnerability, and the ache of mutual resistance.

Narrator Charlie David amplifies the tension with a performance that’s as controlled as it is sensual. He gives Killian a lazy, honeyed drawl that cracks under pressure, while Levi’s voice stays clipped and cool—until it doesn’t. The audiobook’s strength lies in these vocal contrasts, making the emotional pivots feel earned. With crisp production and intimate delivery, David pulls listeners into the hush before the storm, turning charged glances into audible electricity. This isn’t just a romance set in the music world—it’s a character study dressed in leather and defiance.

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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

AudioBook Atlas

I went in expecting another trope-heavy rockstar romance, but Lust Hate Love surprised me with its emotional precision. Charlie David’s narration is a masterclass in restraint—he doesn’t oversell the drama, which makes the moments when Killian and Levi finally let down their guards hit that much harder. I especially appreciated how David handles their arguments: the pauses, the breaths, the way a single syllable can carry resentment or longing. It makes the relationship feel lived-in, not just written. The pacing starts tight, almost claustrophobic, mirroring the characters’ forced proximity on tour, but it opens up beautifully in the second half. That said, the plot does lean heavily on miscommunication in the final act, and one over-the-top public confrontation felt more theatrical than authentic. Still, the chemistry is undeniable, and David’s voice work—especially in quieter, introspective scenes—adds layers the text alone might not convey. The production is clean, with no distracting background noise, making it perfect for late-night listening with headphones. If you’re tired of insta-love and want a romance that earns its heat through tension and character, this one delivers.

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