Sasha Marshall's Books

Romance that requires therapy.

The Ballad of Us

She walked away to save herself. He had to lose everything to find his way back. Rhea made the hardest decision of her life when she left Gray Garrison, lead singer of Case in Point. Now, she's hiding in a small Georgia mountain town, serving coffee at a café and trying to piece together a life without him. The last thing she expects is for Gray to walk through her door at ninety-one days sober with shaking hands and a plea for a second chance. Gray's always been better at writing hit songs than keeping promises. In a village where everyone knows your business and matchmaking neighbors won't mind their own, he must prove he's not the same man who broke her heart. As Gray works to rebuild trust one day at a time, Rhea must decide if she can risk her heart again. From coffee shop mornings to starlit concerts in the village square, their story becomes the talk of the town. When Gray's past threatens to pull him under again, they'll both learn that true love isn't about saving someone. It’s about creating space for them to save themselves. The Ballad of Us is an emotional journey about two broken people who discover that the strongest relationships aren't perfect—they're just perfectly worth fighting for. Perfect for fans of second-chance romance, rock star heroes, small-town charm, and love stories that prove broken things can become beautiful. Trigger Warning: This book contains themes of addiction and recovery.

Reader Reviews

"“She saved my life by letting me save myself.” Wow. Emotional. Real. Beautifully written- and proof I still have a heart. I already knew Sasha Marshall could write, but The Ballad of Us is on another level. A stunning, gut-punch of a story that’s still lingering with me long after I turned the last page. This isn’t just a rockstar romance, it’s The Ballad of why the fuck am I crying at 4 a.m. and why do I like it so much? A powerful second-chance rockstar romance, The Ballad of Us delivers heartbreak and healing in equal measure. Gray and Rhea’s story is about having the courage to let go, not because you’ve stopped caring, but because you still love deeply. It’s about fighting for yourself, rebuilding trust, and learning how to love again. Two people with traumatic pasts, healing in completely different ways, somehow finding their way back to the love that never really left… it was beautiful to watch unfold. Beyond Gray and Rhea, this story shows how family, love, and acceptance come in many forms. The small-town Georgia setting and its unforgettable characters make this world feel alive. Sometimes, it’s about learning when to let go of what you thought you wanted, so you can hold on to what really matters. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ highly recommend Sasha, you gave second-chance rockstar romance a whole new meaning with this one."

— Dee

False Start

Football, a kitten, and 14 dates. Zhanna Hale THEN My father is a legend. Some call me football royalty, and in my hometown of Louisiana, I suppose I am. His legacy didn’t prepare me for Bryant Hudson. The quarterback. I swore I’d never date football players. Permanently. Yet Bryant had other plans. Three dates and a handful of conversations, I handed him my heart without realizing it. But, Bryant shatters my soul. I’m left picking up the pieces. If only erasing him from my heart was as easy. Bryant Hudson NOW I lost at the only game that matters. And it wasn’t even a game. It was and is my forever with Zhanna. I am the best quarterback out there. That should be enough, right? Achieving my dreams. But none of that matters without my woman beside me. When she left, she took my heart with her. Now I’m back. To remind her of what we had. To see me—the man whose heart she owns, not the quarterback. Our love is fate. Our lives are forever intertwined. I refuse to let a false start signal our end. I’m ready to repeat the play and show Zhanna she is my everything.

Reader Reviews

"This one is staying with me! This is the first book I have loved that involved cheating from one of the main characters. I think the trick is making sure the readers know immediately that it has happened and Sasha does a great job of letting us know from the beginning. She alternates telling their story as it is happening along with flashbacks so we can see how they fell in love. Had the book been written according to the timeline i would not have been able to enjoy it. My heart hurt for both of them because you could see how deeply it cut her and how much he regrets it. This is one of those books that made me ugly cry for this beautiful couple who has gone through so much. I never thought I would root for any couple to get back together after what he did. Do not miss reading this amazing emotional heartbreaking love story!"

— Rachel

Mistletoe Wishes

Out of the frying pan…and into the fire? Stella Black needs a place to hide out from her ex. Mistletoe Creek is just the place to start over. And for once the universe smiles on Stella and gives her the perfect job opportunity. If she can overlook the nerve-wracking interview. And her sexy-as-sin new boss. Kashton Saint is no saint at all. He lives fast and hard. He does what he wants and doesn’t think twice about anyone else. And the small town charm? More like claustrophobia for the village bad boy. He needs to make it through his current case without strangling his client, and he needs Stella’s assistance for the duration. If he can ignore her gorgeous red lips. And the way she looks underneath the mistletoe. How hard can it be for two people to ignore their attraction and the presence of mistletoe?

Reader Reviews

"Mistletoe Creek, Tennessee is the fictional setting of a multi-author romance series with a modern fairy tale feel. Sasha Marshall's novella, Mistletoe Wishes, with it's quirky cast of characters, fits right into this small town vibe. The story begins with possibly the craziest, most memorable 'meet cute' of any book I've read in years. Kashton 'Kash' Saint appears to be no saint at all, taking his 'after hours' activities a little too far as his new personal assistant, Stella Black, quickly discovers. She experienced more of this gorgeous man than she could have ever bargained for from the first moment they laid eyes on each other. Stella's plan is to fade into the background while hoping the past she's running from doesn't catch up with her and Mistletoe Creek seemed like the perfect place to do just that. Her new job as a paralegal assisting Kash in his law practice will be a big challenge....that man has proven himself to be quite a handful. A hot, distracting one, but Stella can handle whatever he dishes out. Kash and Stella are two broken, lonely souls who, despite first impressions, are quickly drawn into each others lives. It's easy to feel their attraction brewing, hoping they'll give into those feelings and allow something warm and wonderful to happen between them. Will they take a chance on love? I had my fingers crossed for that wish to come true. This story has a perfect blend of hot, sexy sweet and magical, with enough Christmas spirit to warm even the coldest of hearts. Sasha Marshall's addition to the Mistletoe Creek series may be a quick read, but she sure packed an amazing amount of emotion, passion and amusement into this little tale. I cracked up so many times, enjoying the witty banter between Kash, Stella and everyone else that pops up in this nosy little town. This author's signature sense of humor shines brightly in this flirty workplace romance with a few extra twists to keep you on your toes. Kash and Stella might suggest indulging in a delicious cup of hot chocolate as you curl up in your favorite reading spot while reading how their love story began. Mistletoe Wishes is the kind of book that'll pull at your hearstrings, leaving you with a smile and a warm feeling long after the last page is turned."

— Beth

Broken

2016 SIBA HUMOR AND NEW ADULT WINNER! “Guitar Face rocks!" She Hearts Books Blog I was born to make music and bring the masses to their knees . . . until, I wasn't anymore. Until the thought of doing all of this without him made me sick to my stomach. Henley Hendrix survives a crash that kills her closest band mate. She’d like nothing more than to retire from music, to hide, to heal, to disappear. She’s tried. But her family is music royalty. Her brother is a rock star in his own right, and every friend she has is connected to the business one way or another. I'll get sucked back in. I'm scared I won't survive rock-n-roll again. Won’t survive Jagger, won’t be able to put him back in the box. Jagger Carlye is Henley’s dirty little secret. Rock god, her brother's best friend, part of his band, and someone who loves the guitar as much as she does. Henley’s loved him since she was a girl, but there are some things you don’t do in this world. One of them is that you don’t risk your brother’s band or your heart in an industry that feeds on rejection and scandal. Love might not be enough in a world that grinds you down and puts you in a fishbowl. And then there is Kip. My best friend, a drummer who never shuts his mouth. I should've fallen in love with him. My world would be so much easier. Henley comes back to the world of rock-n-roll, puts a toe in the water, and creates a ripple that will rock the safe little life she’s created for herself. NOTE: This is a rock star romance series with a strong female lead, bad boys, and rock romance. If you are looking for a story of redemption with comic relief and a heavy sexual mind, you've found it. If you are offended by hot, tattooed rock stars, who are vulgar, then this is not the book for you. Please be warned, this book is not for anyone below the age of 18. The book contains sex, death, violence, and harsh language. Award-winning author Sasha Marshall, a concert photographer, toured with legendary bands such as The Allman Brothers Band. A self-proclaimed free spirit, she’s most often found outdoors, or painting a canvas, capturing a photograph, people watching, reading a book, or writing a new book. Sasha makes her home in the beautiful state of Georgia and loves to hear from readers. Visit her website or follow her on FaceBook.

Reader Reviews

"OMG! This is one of the absolute best books I have ever read in all my years - and I don't say that lightly. NEVER have I laughed so hard that I peed just a little bit, cried until I couldn't see the pages anymore, and felt so many feels that I wanted to crawl inside the book and hug a character. Seriously - This is a twenty star book. It's funny, heartbreaking, endearing, honest and so well written. The plot is lightening fast. You get sucked in after a few pages and I swear you won't be able to put it down. Hardly any typos (thank you!) and a cast of characters that are so vibrant, unique, complex and vocal. I am in love with Henley. I'm girl crushing hard. She is the most bad ass heroine I have ever read. The boys in the band are equally lovable. If you're on the fence - I just don't get why - BUY THIS and get sucked into Henley Hendrix's crazy world. You will NOT be disappointed in the least!! For 18+ for sure ;) and IT'S GOOOOOOOOOOD."

— Haley

There's No Crying in Rock-n-Roll

Henley Hendrix—Queen of Rock-n-Roll—finds her world shattered and her heart betrayed, but is determined to get the band back together to reclaim her title in the world of rock. But when life continues to spin out of control, so does her behavior. Will she find her strength again amid all the chaos and pain, or will the bright lights consume her soul? This is a rock star romance series with a strong female lead, bad boys, and rock romance. This book is not recommended for those under the age of 18. It is also not recommended for those who take offense to profanity, sexual situations, drugs, or violence. This is not a standalone novel. Book One Broken should be read first.

Reader Reviews

"I honestly didn't think anything could have been better than Guitar Face...well paint my face red and call me wrong! lol THIS BOOK WAS 5 FREAKING STARS AMAZING I giggled, I smiled, I laughed, I got angry, I cried, I had happy tears, and I down right sobbed. Not to mention wanting to slap a few people up side the head here and there! And that ending.... Talk about a cliffhanger. As with Guitar face, the writing in this story is impeccable. It's completely fluid and sucks you in right from the first word and will not let you go. I made the mistake of starting this book at night, needless to say I didn't get much sleep that night! All of the characters are reintroduced with a couple new ones thrown in. We also get to meet some characters only touched on before. Henley gets more and more thrown at her and not surprisingly she cracks under the weight of everything. I honestly don't think someone who's life has always been so good, and who so much came easily for, could deal with the disastrous lies and betrayals she had to face. Not to mention the repercussions of how she chooses to deal with these problems. But surviving all that can only make you stronger. Jagger, beautiful, sexy, sweet, stupid Jagger...what are we going to do with you....besides a smack up side the head!! He made mistakes, tried to fix them, gave up to soon and screwed up even more. We still love you but you're being a total donkey's behind! Please oh please redeem yourself in the next book! All the other characters have their little issues and moments as well and I'd love to see books based on some of them as well but who definitely needs his own book? KIP! Amazing, sweet, funny, loving, loyal, etc., etc., etc., KIP! He has to be the most perfect BFF character ever written! If you haven't read this series, I seriously suggest you do. I would rate both Guitar Face and There's No Crying in Rock-n-Roll: Guitar Face Series Book 2 as two of the best books written this year. I CAN NOT wait until book three comes out. Besides needed to know what happens....I need my Kip fix!!"

— Amanda

Walking Back to Georiga

I died. I fu*&ing died, and when I woke up in a Los Angeles hospital my best friend walked away from me. It wasn’t quite the welcoming back to the world of the living I thought I’d receive, and it rattled me. After an overdose, Henley Hendrix retreats to Georgia to chase sobriety and get her life together. To do that, she’s got to keep her distance from Jagger and company. But when an old friend pops back into her life, a private moment is leaked to the world, and someone she never thought would walk away from her does exactly that. She’s got to deal with rejection, a stalker, her return to the rock world for a promotional tour, jungle peepers, a riot of fans, a 1% motorcycle club, a one-eyed teddy bear, and two men fighting over her. Just when she’s figured out how to finally be the best version of “Henley” she can be and how to stay healthy, her world is turned upside down again when her eyes are opened to something she never expected. This book is not a stand-alone novel. Books 1 and 2 in the Guitar Face Series should be read first. If you are looking for a story of redemption with comic relief and a heavy sexual tone, you've found it. If you are offended by hot, tattooed rock stars, who are vulgar then this is not the book for you. Please be warned, this book is not for anyone below the age of 18. The book has sex, death, violence, and harsh language.

Reader Reviews

"OMG! I didn’t think this series could get any better but it does. You were on a constant roller coaster of feelings. I didn’t think anything more could happen to Henley but I couldn’t of been more surprised. I have never cried so much while reading a book. Her story is just heartbreaking but it’s uplifting at the same time. Henley is one of the strongest characters I’ve ever read. I just feel like these people could be your best friends and that you’re a part of the family. Can’t wait for more of Kip."

— CJ

River of Deceit

Kip Paxton may be the perfect man. He's a sexy, tattooed, foul-mouthed, drummer god for Broken Access, and if that wasn't enough he’s snagged the Guitar Goddess herself. But in life, where one door opens…another closes, and sometimes the other door bursts wide f@$king open. Finding out he’s been lied to his entire life—and that all his noble deeds were done in vain—sends him spiraling out-of-control. The secrets suck the life right out of him. This time Henley and Kip’s entire crew will have to find a way to put him back together again before they lose him forever.

Reader Reviews

"I have been devouring this crazy series for a few days now and I can't stop now. My mind is mostly blown away by all the ups and downs Henley has endured in these last few tragic and emotional years of living like the Guitar Goddess she is. Granddaughter of a rock legend, beautiful on the outside, all sass on the inside from the day she was born. These rockers and crew, all childhood friends from Macon, Georgia, formed 2 bands that having been touring together for many years now, along with their entourage of support people, also friends. Their world is unpredictably off the charts wild. Henley has had 3 great best friends in her life, boys and now men, that have always had her back, in her band and her brothers band too. They've laughed, loved and cried, made music together, lived life on the edge. Each of them has managed to let her down spectacularly in one way or another, whether they meant to or not. The end result is the same- her broken soul and heart. Feeling the music usually brings her back to center, but I really don't know how she is still standing at this point at the end of this book..maybe she isn't. She might just be broken for good. I need to find out...on to the next one I am going. I must be a glutton for angst ridden punishment."

— Beth

Make It Rain

Kip When you rip the Guitar Goddess's world apart, and your own, how in the f@*k are you supposed to find redemption? She's my world, and I've shattered her. What began as a break for us to both heal, ends in the dissolution of our relationship. I committed the most unforgivable transgression. One more tragedy—one more f@*king tragedy—may be the only way back into her heart. I have one more chance to explain what really happened, and hope she believes me. But maybe not everything is as it seems. Henley He was the only one who had never betrayed me, until he did. He never lied to me, until he did. He was always by my side, until he wasn’t. The one person who had always been my constant, best friend—and then lover—left me. Then, he showed up again with his gorgeous green eyes, tattoos, and undercut, and I have a hard time staying away. But I also can’t seem to look him in the eye anymore. I can’t give him any more of my heart, because that precious little organ barely survived him the first time. Maybe we should never have crossed the line from friends to lovers. If we hadn’t, I’d still have him by my side. If we’d never danced the way we did, he’d still be my best friend. I don’t know how he’s supposed to fit into my life anymore. He’s always made my life brighter, happier, and carefree. How do you learn to live without that? I thought I knew everything about him, but now I question everything. This book is not a stand-alone novel. Books 1-4 in the Guitar Face Series should be read first. If you are looking for a story of redemption with comic relief and a heavy sexual tone, you've found it. If you are offended by hot, tattooed rock stars, who are vulgar then this is not the book for you. Please be warned, this book is not for anyone below the age of 18. The book has sex, death, violence, and harsh language.

Reader Reviews

"I wish that I could give this book more than 5 stars. I really am bad at writing reviews because I hate giving spoilers away. I will just say that after reading this book I wish that I could go back and read it again for the first time. I can already feel the book hangover starting. Kip and Henley are two of my all time favorite characters. Usually when reading you love one of the two man characters more. This is not the case with them. Henley is so strong, fierce and a total badass. While Kip has always been my favorite guy. He is so lovable and hilarious. I count down the days when Sasha writes a new book. I am so emotionally invested in this group of people that I would fight for them. That is how you know how amazing a author is. I loved this book so hard. You really have to read it."

— Hazel

There's A Woman

An emptiness consumes me. The rational part of me shuts down as the need for survival kicks in. I have to get over her, but I can’t do that with these people constantly bringing me back to her. Jagger Carlyle’s world has imploded. He needs a fu*&ing break. A break from her. A break from everything that was lost. Going on tour with the band Raid Night doesn’t help. One night fades into the next as he drowns himself in booze and a sea of blonds until a chance meeting with a crazy woman, a medical emergency, a horse theft, a monkey, and sleeping under the stars threaten to change his life forever. Jagger unexpectedly finds himself on a journey of self-discovery that may finally give him perspective and redemption. If he can survive the chaos. . .

Reader Reviews

"Buy EVERY BOOK SASHA MARSHALL WRITES!!! I held on to this goodie on my Kindle for a while. Why?? Because you can only read a book for the first time once. I love this series!!!!"

— Teresa