Bad Boy Alpha Alert! Twenty of your favorite MC authors come together to bring you brand new, never released stories from some of your favorite motorcycle clubs.
Love- Life with a biker is an adventure full of twists and turns. When love is involved, MC men never back down from what they want—they fight for it.
Loyalty- Loyalty is the foundation in any motorcycle club. Break it, they break you. There isn't a line they won't cross to protect who or what they claim as their own.
Mayhem- These men live a life made by their own set of rules. Chaos tends to always find them. You cross them, the consequences are swift.
Hold on for the ride as this talented group of authors come together to bring you an anthology like no other.
Your favorite clubs, new clubs, and everything in between can be found in this collection filled with suspense, action, adventure, romance and so much more!
Participating Authors Include:
Autumn Jones Lake Avelyn Paige Bink Cummings Chelsea Camaron Glenna Maynard Kristen Hope Mazzola L. Wilder Laramie Briscoe Laura Kaye M. Robinson MariaLisa deMora Mary Martel Nicole Jacquelyn Nicole James Nina Levine Ryan Michele Sapphire Knight Terri Anne Browning Winter Travers
I only read the Nicole Jacquelyn and Autumn Jones Lake, which I would rate 4 stars and 2 stars, respectively.
I don’t have any interest in the other offerings.
Edited to add: This was marketed as an anthology, but it’s really not. It’s actually mainly comprised of teasers and incomplete snippets. Nothing wrong with that, but it shouldn’t be marketed as a short story collection, which is what “anthology” means. A short story, while short, is a COMPLETE story. Not a cliffhanger teaser. I just feel like that should have been stated more clearly in the blurb. And if it was, it obviously wasn’t clear enough; because I read the blurb and would have noticed that.
But anyway. A good cause. And a good way to check out new authors.
Noooo!!! I got this taster in Love, Loyalty and Mayhem and it was wow! I had thought that it would be a taste of what's already written and was so freaking excited but nooooooo 😭😭😭 I have to wait now until 2020 - gutted is an understatement!
Sometimes people ask me why I write MC and there are so many reasons why, but really it is the LOVE, LOYALTY & MAYHEM in each of my stories that keeps me coming back. And the sense of FAMILY that runs deep through each book.
For my short story in this anthology, I've re-visited with Nitro & Tatum! LOVE these two!!
If you love MC books, you'll love this one!!
PURCHASE LINKS – 99c for release week ONLY! (reg. $3.99) With brand new short stories!!
This is NOT an anthology; it's a sampler. The blurb calls them stories, but in fact most are the first few chapters of a book you have to buy if you want to keep reading. THAT'S A SAMPLER! To make things worse, some of the books are not even published yet.
Don't bother buying. You can get as much info from reading the blurb for each "story."
Gah! MC stories are like crack to me and forn that reason I was so excited to review this new anthology!
Sicko by Amo Jones
Sicko was an amazing start to what I know will be an incredible story. It was sexy, raw, gritty and so damn delicious. Amo Jones once again brought her A game and I am ready for more!! I am obsessed with Jones' and how she happily writes across a myriad of genres and tropes. I personally DIE for her Devil's Own MC series so to have her writing another MC story (and a step brother one to boot?!) has me throwing allll the confetti!
I am already adicted with Jade and Royce aka "Sicko" and learning their story. I am especially curious about what Royce has been up to in his absence and what he will do when he discovers Jade's secret!! Ahhhh! And that ending?! I need more!!
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Ride Deep by Laura Kaye
I have been a big fan of the Raven Riders and was excited about getting a glimpse into Jagger's story. The chemistry was delicious and I loved how deeply Jagger cared when he saw Miranda. I only read guve chapters but you can tell s!he changed the way he viwed himself and changed his bleak outlook on life after prison. I can't wait for more! ~Ratula, 4.5 stars!
1. Sicko by Amo Jones Royce leaves home as soon as he comes of age. He leaves behind his father,mother and foster sister Jade. He comes back 2 years later, but now he is known as Sicko and is part of the Wolf Pack MC. He is back for a reason. Jade was fostered by Royce’s familyat an early age. She adored Royce, as he did her, but then he left and now she hates him. People think she lives a charmed life…….she doesn’t. Loved this. S.O.S. need more.
2. Swagger and Sass by Autumn Jones Lake Logan Randall aka Rooster, is out riding with his brothers of the Lost Kings MC. They are close to their destination when he sees a man encouraging a woman to move closer to a river. He is not able to stop her falling in, but he does go in to get her when her boyfriend is just standing by laughing at her. Shelby wanted professional photos done but her boyfriend said he would do them. She was not expecting to end up in the river. She was also not expecting to be helped out of the water by the hottest man she had ever seen. Rooster and Shelby’s attraction was instant. Although they didn’t live near each other, Rooster is damned if that is going to keep them apart. Would like more of this story.
3. Voodoo Vows by Avelyn Paige Beau is part of the Heaven’s Rejects MC. Presley’s brother is the prez of the MC. Beau and Presley’s relationship had a very shaky start. Plus Presley’s brother is still not 100% happy they are together. They want their whole lives together. That means that Presley has to meet Beau’s step-mum and sister, something that she is extremely nervous about. Would love more of this story.
4. The Arrangement by Bink Cummings Blimp is in his 50’s and part of the Sacred Sinners MC. Loretta has a son in the Sacred Sinners and she has been a club whore for most of her life. Blimp and Loretta have been getting together for 2 decades. They sleep around with other people , and they sleep together with other people. This makes them happy, but is it enough? This is a hot story.
5. Breathe for it by Chelsea Camaron Rhett Oleander , aka Crunch, gets patched into the Hellions MC the day he graduates. He is the second born and never feels he measures up to his brother, Red. The love of his life is Jennissey Rose Rivera. Jennissey loves Rhett with everything that she is, but she has to do something to save her sister from the lives they live. I desperately need more of this story.
6. Snow White and the Biker by Glenn Maynard Diego is part of the Original Seven MC. His father was the prez, until Wrath killed him and took over the club and Diego’s mother. Sybil lost her mother years ago. Her father then remarried to a woman called Consuela. Now her father is dead, and that is what Consuela wants for Sybil. Diego is sent to do the job. That’s when the twist of the story comes in. Cant wait for the rest of this story
7. Unkillable by Kristen Hope Mazzola Maccon is part of the Unacceptable MC. He is happily married, and they are expecting their first child. Tragedy strikes leaving Maccon seeking revenge. Ten years later, Maccon meets Kinsley. It’s the first time he has felt anything for a woman in years. Then he finds out her ex is someone he thought was dead. Loved this, want more.
8. Gus by L.Wilder Gus is part of the Satan’s Fury. He is sent by his prez to Memphis to set up a new charter. He would then become the prez of that charter. Samantha Travers is being mugged and the man who comes to rescue her is Gus. They have an instant attraction and spend all of their time together. Unfortunately outside forces could come between them , her family, and a rival club. Can’t wait for the rest of this story.
9. At your Service by Laramie Biscoe Drew has just taken over the Heaven Hills MC from his step-dad. He is happily married to Charity. Both work really hard and don’t get to spend as much time together as they want to. Charity is worried because she has a feeling that something bad is coming for the MC. Drew can feel it too and hopes that he is enough for his MC to come out on top.
10. Ride Deep by Laura Kaye Jagger Locke is part of the raven Riders MC. He is wrongly imprisoned, but the truth comes out, and he’s released after 4 months. Whilst in prison he takes a college course, his teacher is Andi Everly . Jagger is at his Prez’s garage when a wrecked car is brought in, it turns out to be Andi’s . Jagger and Andi spend time together . Their attraction to each other is strong. Then they find out that her car wreck was not an accident. Jagger and the Raven Riders MC will do everything to protect her. Cant wait for the rest of this story.
11. Creed & Mia by M.Robinson Creed has always been an a-hole and always will be. He will gladly kill any boy/man who comes near to his daughter Harley. Even if that boy/man is a son of friends. Mia , Creeds wife, tries to help Harley keep boyfriends a secret from Creed. Nothing gets hidden from Creed for long. Creed loves Mia more than life itself but he knows exactly how he’s going to make Mia pay for keeping secrets. Damn I love Creed and Mia. I can never get enough of them. Can’t wait to see how this story plays out. 12. No Man’s Land by MariaLisa Demara Hitch is part of the Incoherant MC. He is left for dead, he lays beside a couple of his dead brothers. He is rescued by the rest of his MC brothers and taken to a friendly rival MC called the Jailbreakers, that is close by. They have an EMT on call, Talia. Talia is the sister of Ewell, the prez of the Jailbreakers MC. Hitch claims Talia, and although they are in their own little bubble in the clubhouse, there is danger outside. Cant wait to read the rest of this. 13. Killing Time by Mary Martel Lance ( Hawk ) is now the prez of the Kings of Torment MC. He took over from his father , who had framed him for something he did, and Hawk was sent to prison. Hawk always liked Maggie, but she also left town 10 years ago. Now shes back for her sisters funeral. Maggie never wanted to go back to her home town. She knows her sisters death has something to do with the Kings of Torment MC, and she wants revenge. However Hawk is being so kind and supportive it is confusing her. Desperately need the rest of this story.
14. Mama by Nicole Jacquelyn Leo was on his own with his baby son Gray, after his wife was killed. He met Lily, fell in love and married her. She was now Gray’s mother. She loved him like she would her own. Lily was brought up in the MC, all of her family belonged to it. They had one problem, Leo’s mother-in-law. She hated Lily. When she does the unthinkable, the whole MC family rallies round. I loved this whole family. Definitely want more.
15. My Brother’s Old Lady by Nicole James Ransack was Wicked’s ( Travis ) best friend, and Paige’s husband. Wicked had always liked Paige , but she was Ransack’s. When Ransack dies, Paige leaves. Two years later she’s back and Wicked is going to make her his. Loved Wicked & Paige’s story. 16. Heart and Soul by Nina Levine Nitro and Tatum ( Vegas) are perfect together. Tatum is very independent and Nitro is very overprotective of her but they somehow make it work. Tatum has worked for Billy, at his club, for years. Billy brings in a new man Earl. Tatum doesn’t trust him. Earl is bringing trouble to Dustin, Nitro’s brother, but more than that he wants to bring trouble to the Storm MC. The Storm MC and their women will do everything to protect the MC and the people they love. 17. Bound by Chance by Ryan Michele Micah is a marine and part of the Ravage MC. He is out with a friend the night before they leave for his third tour of duty. In the club he is drawn to a redhead. She brushes off all the attempts that other men have tried to get with her. He will not fail. Cyrus didn’t have a happy childhood, and it still haunts her. She wants a strong alpha man, and she finds him when she is at a club with her friend. Micah & Cyrus have one night, and then Micah leaves in the morning, but that isn’t the end. Really cant wait for the rest of this .
18. Blaze by Sapphire Knight Blaze is part of the OathKeepers MC. His best friend Torch’s daughter is at a school where the principal doesn’t like bikers. She could cause a problem. So the prez tells Blaze to sort the problem, whether it be by charm…..or another way. Looking forward to the rest of this story. 19. Prelude to Salvation by Terri Anne Browning Ben Davis was a marine, now he is a sheriff. Lexa is the daughter of the Angel’s Halo MC’s prez. The first time Ben sees Lexa he wants her. Lexa has never seen a man she wants more than Ben, but her father will never allow her to be with any man from law enforcement. Ben doesn’t care about Lexa’s father, he will get what he wants, and that’s Lexa. Looking forward to the rest of this story. 20. Forever Lo by Winter Travers Lo is the prez of the Devil’s Knights MC. He has been married to Meg for 10 years. They are both in their 40’s and very much in love. Meg’s son is getting married and they are preparing the clubhouse for the wedding. There is love and laughter…. Then comes sadness and tears. Can’t wait for the rest of this story.
This book is the best and the worst thing I have read this year. The best because I now know there are so many news books coming and the worst because I have to wait for them 😂😂
So many of my fav authors is one place is bliss. All the teasers in this book are fabulous. But seriously, I need these books now!!
Merged review:
I read the first 5 chapters of this in the Love, loyalty and mayhem anthology and I CANNOT WAIT for the rest of the book! It’s going to be dark, twisted and all kinds of wrong but I like them like that. Amo never disappoints and I feel that this one will be fantastic as well.
Love, Loyalty & Mayhem was a Motorcycle Club Anthology by various top selling authors where the profits went to Bikers Against Bullies. There were twenty separate stories. Most were short teasers for full stories that will be published at a later date.
As to an overall rating for the entire collection, it’s a worthy cause and the stories are great teasers. I enjoyed each one. I can provide a recommendation based on the cause alone. If I were rating on value without the cause, the teasers wouldn’t be enough. They were too short and I craved more. However, buckle down, support a worthy cause and get ready for the anticipation. I now have several books to look forward to in the future.
Following are my comments on the individual stories. There were too many to write summaries on each, but I have documented some quick thoughts as I read each one:
1. Sicko, Amo Jones Amo Jones was a new to me author. Jones provided a few chapters to Sicko, the first book in her new series, the Wolfpack MC. I look forward to the full story but I also had mixed feelings since the teaser was filled with abuse and dark themes. It was, however, well written with a suspenseful vibe. My guess was that Sicko won’t appeal to my safe friends but I’ll have to wait until it’s released for my formal assessment. Until then, I’m intrigued enough to watch for the pre-order.
2. Swagger and Sass, Autumn Jones Lake, Lost King’s MC Autumn Jones Lake was another new to me author; however, her Lost King’s MC series was already on my TBR. This quick short story was a peek into the Lost King’s world. Lake didn’t specify whether there would be more to this story, but I’m hopeful since Rooster and Shelby have more to say. In the meantime, it is back to book one, Slow Burn, so I can get caught up with the series.
3. Voodoo Vows, Avelyn Paige Paige gave us a novella / short story for an update with Voodoo and Presley from book four, Lies and Illusions, Heaven’s Rejects MC. If you were a fan of the series, then you’ll love it. It was short and sexy mixed in with nerdy humor. Still no word on the next book of the series, Demons and Desires, but I’m so ready!
4. The Arrangement, Bink Cummings, Sacred Sinners MC Mother Chapter: I loved the Sacred Sinners MC Texas Chapter and I haven’t read anything else by Cummings so I was excited to get a taste of the Mother Chapter. It’s a full short story (or novella) for Blimp, a patched member in his 50’s, and Loretta, a club whore in her forties. They’ve been together for two decades, although they’ve been known to share as well. It was raw, crass and descriptive. It even had a F/F ménage scenario. I’m intrigued enough to explore Cummings works further, but based on experience, Cummings doesn’t write the popular or expected scenarios, so I expect some more kindle throwing moments.
5. Breathe for It, Chelsea Camaron: Breathe for It will be released in November. It was part of the Hellions Ride On series, the legacy/offspring series from the original Hellions Ride series. For now, Camaron provided three chapters as a teaser and to set the stage for Rhett “Crunch” Oleander’s story. He was the second son to Tank and Sass from Forever Ride. It was way too short to rate but I loved both series and I’m intrigued with this new addition. I love second chance themes, so bring it on.
6. Snow White and the Biker, Glenna Maynard, Dark Fairytale, Original Seven MC I’m not as familiar with this author and I couldn’t find anything about the Original Seven MC series, but if this was the introduction to the series, then I’m in. As the name implied, the storyline was based on the fairytale Snow White with a dark and modern twist. And then another twist I didn’t see coming, but loved. It also ended on a cliff hanger since it was the first few chapters of the full story. I’m totally watching for the pre-order and can’t wait to see how this plays out.
7. Unkillable, Kristen Hope Mazzola, Unacceptables MC stand-alone Mazzola was a new to me author but her Unacceptables MC series had been on my TBR list for awhile. This brief introduction into her next book of the series, Unkillable, was the perfect introduction to her series and her writing style. I couldn’t find when Unkillable will be released so hopefully by then I can get caught up on the series to date. I was definitely intrigued and wanting more.
8. Gus, L Wilder: Gus was the President of the Satan’s Fury MC Memphis chapter. Wilder stepped back and provided the insight into how the Memphis Chapter was founded and introduced us to Gus’s first look at love. It was a quick introduction that will be fully explored in the next Satan’s Fury book, Gunner. I loved this series so I can’t wait.
9. At Your Service, Laramie Briscoe, A Heaven Hill Generations Novella Laramie Briscoe was a new author to me but I’ll definitely explore her works. Briscoe provided a peek into the Heaven Hill series. It appeared this will be the next generation. Although it was only a few chapters of what to expect in the full story, it was sweet and sexy with great potential for characters. I can’t wait to backtrack and read from the beginning.
10. Ride Deep, Laura Kaye: Kaye introduced us to Ride Deep, a Raven Riders MC novella, by revealing a few chapters. The full story will be revealed later, time TBD. There have been three full Raven Riders MC stories to date. I enjoyed what I read so far and Ride Deep had promise for another entertaining and suspenseful story.
11. Creed & Mia, M Robinson M Robinson was another new to me author; however, Road to Nowhere, Mia and Creed’s original story had already been on my TBR. Looks like I need to add the Good Ole’ Boys series as well. Based on the two chapters presented here by Robinson, we may have a cross over legacy series? Or not, but I’m still intrigued by both. Not sure where Robinson will lead us from these chapters but I like her writing style and fun characters, so time to explore...
12. No Man’s Land, Marialisa Demora No Man’s Land was my first read by MariaLisa Demora and it definitely won’t be my last. I’m not exactly sure where this story fits within her writings, but I loved the characters and I want to read more.
13. Killing Time, Mary Martel, King’s of Torment MC Mary Martel was yet another new to me author, but she won’t be new long. I enjoyed the chapters of Killing Time and I’m intrigued to look for more. I couldn’t find anything else in the King’s of Torment MC by Martel, but the story seems to start in the middle so I’m hopeful I’ll there is more to the story and I can start from the beginning. Another one on the list to explore further...
14. Mama, Nicole Jacquelyn, Ace’s Sons Short Story Mama was my first read by Nicole Jacquelyn. It was a good introduction to some of the characters. It was only one chapter so too short to form an opinion but enough to be curious about both the Ace’s MC series and the legacy series, the Ace’s Sons.
15. My Brother’s Old Lady, Nicole James My Brother’s Old Lady was my first read by Nicole James. It was a quick story to compliment her Evil Dead MC series. It was another one that was too short to form an opinion but worth exploring the series for more.
16. Heart and Soul, Nina Levine: Heart and Soul was an extension of the book Nitro’s Torment, the second book in Levine’s Sydney Storm MC. It was an update from Nitro and Tatum for those familiar with the series and an introduction to Levine’s writing style and the Sydney Storm MC’s alpha men for those that weren’t familiar. I loved this series and I enjoyed the quick flashback into the Sydney Storm MC life.
17. Bound By Chance, Ryan Michele: I’m a huge fan of this series so I was excited to get this short introduction to Micah’s story. Knowing his past from the previous Ravage MC Bound series books, I knew it would take a lot of creativity and skill on Michele’s part to redeem Micah. Michele was off to a great start with these chapters. I can’t wait to get his full story in Bound By Consequences.
18. Blaze, Sapphire Knight Sapphire Knight was another new author to me. She provided a few chapters for her upcoming release Blaze, from her Oath Keepers MC series. It has promise for explosive chemistry possibly mixed in with a suspenseful plot.
19. Prelude to Salvation, Terri Anne Browning, Angels Halo Next Gen Series I loved this quick introduction. I had not finished all of the Angels Halo series yet, but this inspired me to complete the series. I’m definitely looking forward Salvation and added it to my pre-order list.
20. Forever Lo, Winter Travers I’m a huge fan of Travers’ Devil’s Knights MC and Nitro Crew series and this novella combined the two. It was awesome to catch up with Lo and Meg (book one, Devil’s Knights) through Remy and Harlan’s wedding (book one Nitro Crew). Remy was Meg’s twenty eight year old son. It was a quick and fun update for the entire gang. Additionally, Travers left us with a cliff hanger as an introduction to what I assumed will be the next book in the Devil’s Knights MC series. It has promise but may be a heartbreaker.
Damn good cause! I am very happy to support such a charity. 👍♥️
3.5 Stars 🔸
The ratings below are based on enjoyment and most of all “ Who piqued my interest the most”. The higher rating, the more likely am I to pick a book up from said author.
Since it’s an anthology we only get little snippets and that’s damn hard to judge. Therefore I have decided to rate this way. Please also take into consideration that a lot of these authors are new to me(and here I thought I read a lot of MC), so I am sure I would have enjoyed the stories more, if I had been introduced to the characters beforehand. (But that’s totally on me😂).
“Sicko” by Amo Jones
2 Stars 🔸
A complicated story with semi fascinating characters. Not sold. At all. I do love a good asshole male character, but Royce Kane bordered on flat out being a dipshit. Jade has secrets of her own, and found the snippet of her story to be really emotional and powerful. First ever reading Amo Jones as well. Not sure the flow of the writing is for me, but I will absolutely give her another try in one of her full length novels. My interest is definitely piqued.
“Swagger & Sass” by Autumn Jones Lake
2.5 Stars 🔸
Sweet, sexy and got a nice solid storyline. The writing was good. Enjoyed it quite a lot even though I wasn’t that keen on the beginning. Liked the main characters quite a bit. Especially Shelby. #blond&sassy
Voodoo Vows by Avelyn Paige
3 Stars 🔸
This writing style is much more my pace. I liked the story. Very sweet and hot. Since I am not familiar with the characters, (haven’t read anything from A. Paige yet) I cannot say I loved it. I did find it very informative, so even though I haven’t read the “real story” I did not feel lost. And I am for sure taking note of Paige’s name since I really enjoyed her writing style.
The Arrangement by Bink Cummings
5 Stars 🔸
LOVE THIS! Blimps story was one I didn’t think I needed, but damn hell- he just got HAWT! Anything from Bink Cummings is a “one-click” for me. This specific “world” however, is my kryptonite. I simply ADORE the characters (Viper is my main Man 😍) and the storytelling in this hunky short story is so uniquely Bink. And it’s COMPLETE!
Breathe for it by Chelsea Cameron
2 Stars 🔸
An introduction to a new series from Cameron, but I gotta say I wasn’t into it. I liked the premise of the book, but I highly doubt I will ever read it. Simply didn’t pull me in. But we will see. You never really know. 🤷🏻♀️
Snow White and the Biker by Glenna Maynard
3.5 Stars🔸 Gotta say I was really excited to read something from Glenna Maynard. Been eyeballing her books for quite some time now. I liked it a lot. This girl loves her fairytales, and re-tellings with a dark twist always pulls me in. I am semi fascinated with the writing. Some times I am like” Oh this is so me”, and the next it can go” Nah, I am not sold”. I am however, gonna pick something up from this author. My gut tells me I will like it.
Unkillable by Kristen Hope Mazzola
2.5 Stars🔸
I have mixed feelings. Was really pulled in at the beginning, but my interest slowly faded. The writing began to be more chipped. More rushed. And I didn’t really get that good of a feeling the characters. I liked that we got more of a full “rounded” story. It just didn’t scream “badass biker” to me, even after the dark parts.
Gus by L.Wilder
Another 2.5 Stars 🔸
Really liked the plot. It’s not that often we get to see a new club being started (even though it was only an expansion). It was still nice for a change. Not sure the writing was for me. Not that it didn’t have a nice flow to it, because it did. It was just going at a pace I didn’t find that thrilling. Not exciting. It didn’t get me invested in the story.🤷🏻♀️
At your service by Laramie Briscoe
2 Stars 🔸
I liked it, and I also didn’t really like it. I kinda felt like the twin was snitching. #bignono Charity seemed a little “snobby”, and I don’t know what I feel about Drew. I haven’t read anything from this author, so the recap/introduction of the characters in the first pages was gold. Made it a little easier to keep up. Sadly the novella didn’t get me excited to know about the characters, hence the lower rating.
Ride Deep by Laura Kaye
3.5 Stars (almost made it to 4)🔸
This was compelling, had a very nice plot, intriguing characters and great dialogue. This seemed like a “nicer” MC. Didn’t feel like a 1% MC though. But again that’s not a requirement for it to be a good book. At least that was the vibe I got from it. Doing good and protecting women in need. I really liked it.
Creed & Mia by M. Robinson
5 stars 🔸
Oh boy- THIS WAS GOOD! I am 100% in love with these words! Definitely my pace. It was honest, badass, loving and funny! That’s damn well pulled off since we only got 2 chapters! Will be reading this author that’s for sure!!!
No man’s land by Marialisa Demora
4 stars🔸
Nice well written story. Likeable characters,(wasn’t completely sold) but it had a strong storyline, and I enjoyed the writing style. I wouldn’t shy away from this author in the future.
Killing Time by Mary Martel
4 stars🔸
I am so into this! Great story, got a nice MC -vibe to it. Lance was really intriguing. Maggie’s character was really interesting, and I digged the whole “revenge” -part. I loved how Lance decided to claim Maggie. I am expecting great drama for this book👏
Mama by Nicole Jacquelyn
4 stars 🔸
Such a precious story! I am so much trash for drama! And this gave me just that! Liked the story, amazing characters, and yes, I want to read something else from this author. I am hooked💪 The family dynamic was also super enjoyable.
My Brothers old lady by Nicole James
5 stars 🔸
👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Boys and Girls, Men and Women,- I hereby announce myself a new fan of Nicole James.
This short little thing was filled with passion, grittiness, love and loyalty. And i am HOOKED! Great atmosphere, sassy characters, a fun brotherhood, and the MC vibe was thick in this one. Bravo.
Heart & Soul by Nina Levine
4 BIG stars🔸
Tatum was one helluva badass woman, and helluva lot fun to follow. Badass plot, great writing and well put together.
Bound by chance by Ryan Michele
3 Stars 🔸
This was a sexy little read with a surprise at the end. Well.. I did figure it out before the end, BUT it was still bloody nice. A good short story, not sure it captured my attention for the long haul, but it sure was nice.
Blaze by Sapphire Knight
4 Stars 🔸
I have had my eyes on this author for quite some time, and I must say, I will be reading more of her work. This little short story made me really intrigued and I wanna KNOW how all these couples ended up together. I will for sure be reading more from her. Enjoyed the story quite a bit.
Prelude to Salvation by Terri Anne Browning
2 stars 🔸
Not for me, even though the flow of the writing was decent. I was just not interested in their stories at all.
Forever Lo by Winter Travers
2.5 stars🔸
Nice plot, but couldn’t really get into it. The characters seemed nice, but the MC vibe was low, and it couldn’t keep my attention.
RIDE DEEP by Laura Kaye is the main reason why I needed this anthology. Now, on to the other books. Remember, it's for a good cause too!
RIDE DEEP by Laura Kaye
Man, this is one terrific short story!
Read the book description and dive right in, you will not be disappointed! I preordered the anthology solely because of RIDE DEEP by Laura Kaye, and I was lucky enough to snag an advanced reader copy. If you already know the Raven Riders, you'll want to read this story; if you don't, it's a fab introduction to the series, because amazingly enough it stands on its own.
In RIDE DEEP, a short story, things move along quickly. It helped that Jagger and Andi - Miranda - already knew each other previously. Jagger was framed, went to prison, but he used his time inside to take a college course and Andi was the teacher. In those few pages, you have well-developed characters, a sense of what the Ravens are all about, chemistry to spare, some suspense thrown in, all of which gives a solid basis and credibility to the blossoming romance, and a taste of what's to come. Oh, and there's an Elvis!
I love what Jagger and Andi have in common, it's wonderful, it's original and makes the attraction between them very real. I even learned a term of music terminology! I knew RIDE DEEP would be too short, but a little Laura Kaye is better than nothing. I would have wanted a few hundred pages more, but I know this isn't over, because Laura Kaye never lets us down! I can't wait for what's next!
Sicko by Amo Jones Wowzers, this sneak peek that introduces us to Jade and Royce/Sicko is certainly in keeping with Amo Jones' tendency to write dark. She just has this skill to make you walk the line of uncomfortable and question whether you're into it or not while making it so you can't stop reading because you NEED to know what's going to happen next. I'm kinda bummed we have to wait until next year to get the full story because I have a feeling it's going to be a mind f**k!
Swagger & Sass by Autumn Jones Lake Nooooooooo you can't stop. AJL please, please tell me you're going to give us more of Rooster and Shelby's story because I NEED it. As short as it was this story just grabbed me and I absolutely loved it, I was so not ready for it to end. Rooster is a character from the downstate chapter of LOKI but we still got a glimpse of our faves from upstate. Rooster and his club brothers were just typical AJL excellence and I seriously hope we get more from them all. Loved it!
Voodoo Vows by Avelyn Paige This was quite a sweet story about when Voodoo takes Presley home to New Orleans to meet his family. After the time it took her brother (the Heavens Sinners MC President) to come to terms with her and Voodoo's relationship, Presley is beyond nervous to go and meet the only blood family Voodoo has. Voodoo and his family do their best to put her worries at ease and by the time they're heading home to California, Presley ends up more than a little relaxed and rested if her actions are anything to go by.
The Arrangement by Bink Cummings This is the first short about an MC series I am not familiar with and while the story about Loretta and Blimp's one night of craziness is written well I don't think it's one for me. It was good to see the story being about an older couple and how they are with each other was sweet, but the way the night ended and Blimp's explanation of certain things, is not my cup of tea.
Breathe For It by Chelsea Camaron Well that was just mean Chelsea Camaron lol. This one is only 3 chapters but boy do they pack a punch and I can't wait for the full book in November. A next gen story this is about the start of Rhett/Crunch (Sass and Tank's son) and Jennissey's story. I can't say a thing about plot as it will spoiler it, I will just say I really enjoyed it and leave it at that.
Snow White & The Biker by Glenna Maynard Dammit, another one leaving me eager for the rest of the story lol. Diego and Sybil meet when Diego is assigned the hit put on Sybil by her bitch of a step mum. Not quite that easy though when he gets to meet her. I have to read the rest of this as there's a nice little twist set up in this so I'm going to have to get the rest of the story asap!
Unkillable by Kristen Hope Mazzola Plenty of emotion pulling with this one when Maccon's club start and end a war with devastating consequences and 10 years later he finally gets his closure after a chance encounter and meeting Kinsley, his daughters new teacher. I've never read this author before but I enjoyed her writing style and the story grabbed me so I think I'll be checking her work out now.
Gus by L. Wilder I really enjoyed this look at how the Satan's Fury MC set up their new chapter in Memphis and how Gus met Samantha and all the issues that both things entailed. I really need to catch up on L. Wilder's series' as I want more but I like to read from the beginning. I guess that means I have lots to look forward to from these guys!
At Your Service by Laramie Briscoe This is a next generation story giving us a little look at Drew and Charity getting back in sync after Drew being handed the gavel leaves Charity feeling stressed and scared. This is another series I haven't yet read but I liked the writing style and I'll certainly be checking out the Heaven Hill MC series very soon.
Ride Deep by Laura Kaye Another new to me author and a story I really enjoyed. Andi and Jagger originally met when she was teaching at the correctional facility he was in. Now exonerated, Jagger is out and the hottie teacher ends up back in his world when she comes off the road and her car is taken to the garage he is at. Turns out Andi's accident may not be as innocent as is first seemed and Jagger and his club swear to protect her. Man oh Man, I think I just found another author to read as I really enjoyed this and want the full story now.
Creed and Mia by M. Robinson This one is super short but it certainly leaves you wanting more. Creed is obviously the Alpha-est of the Alphas lol, super protective of his 15 year old daughter he is far from happy when he discovers his Ol' Lady, Mia, has been letting boys come over for study sessions with their daughter Harley. I'm going to be looking for this pair's story now after reading this little snippet.
No Man's Land by MariaLisa deMora Hitch wakes up in a nightmare situation and it takes his club brothers and their allies to help and resolve the problem. Along the way he meets Talia, the EMT little sister of the President of the club that is helping him and he just knows she has to be his. MariaLisa deMora sure does have a gift for storytelling. The way she describes characters and what's going on it really does make you feel like you're watching or even living it, not just reading it and that truly is a mark of a great author.
Killing Time by Mary Martel Maggie has returned home after her sister was killed in a club related shooting. Set on revenge, she is shocked to find out that not only is Lance/Hawk now the President of said club, but also she may be wrong about the events of her sisters murder. Along with trying his best to become something with Maggie, Lance has his own secrets that we get a teeny tiny peek at. Ooo another one I think I'm going to be looking for. Drama galore and lots of secrets I need to find out. I liked this one and I really want the rest of the story now.
Mama by Nicole Jacquelyn I really need to get back to this series, as this story about Lily and Leo and their nightmare day has me wanting to catch up with everybody and see what happens next. Another good, super short but jam packed read.
My Brother's Old Lady by Nicole James Awww, this little story sees Wicked and Paige try to come to terms with the fact they have feelings for each other, even though she is his fallen brother's widow. This was quite a little tearjerker to be honest, as Paige especially tries to get over the guilt she feels at falling for another brother. I really enjoyed this.
Heart & Soul by Nina Levine This is a nice little short about Tatum doing her thing and sorting out problems for Billy while Nitro and King take care of the things she can't. I really enjoyed this and it was nice to take a look back at a previous couple.
Bound by Chance by Ryan Michele Yes! We are finally going to get Micah's story and this little treat is essentially the prologue to it. I really enjoyed this little sneak peek into what may be in store for Micah and I can't wait until his full book is released.
Blaze by Sapphire Knight When Blaze is tasked to tame the snooty headteacher at the "club brats'" school, he thinks with his charming ways it's going to be an easy task. Doctor Amelia Stone, though beautiful, is proving to be a much harder nut to crack than he thought though. This was a great introduction to what looks like being a highly entertaining story.
Prelude to Salvation by Terri Anne Browning Why have I not read an Angels Halo MC book yet? What rock have I been living under? I will be rectifying this error as soon as I possibly can because I really enjoyed this and the writing style was just how I like it. This is a next gen book as it's about Lexa (Bash's daughter) and this little taster is far from enough.
Forever Lo by Winter Travers It's Remy's wedding week and we get to see it from Meg and Lo's perspective. As is usual with this series there were plenty of laughs and sweet moments packed into this short story and omg the ending! I don't know what Winter Travers is planning but I can't wait.
This was such a great anthology! 20 stories by 20 different authors, some new to me, some are on my one click list already but every story was brand new and written really well. The MC world has been my favourite for a few years now and reading this has not only confirmed that for me, but it has also found me some new authors to check out which is something I love about an anthology. 5 stars for Love, Loyalty and Mayhem. Well done ladies, a fantastic job for a fantastic cause!
I honestly do not know where to start with this amazing anthology !!! I have quite a few of my favorite authors in this and got hooked on the rest , Winter Travers gives us a look on all of our favorite couple Lo and Meg and it happens during the time right before her son Remy's wedding, we also get to see our other favorites from that series. MariaLisa Demora has us visiting 2 clubs Hitch from the Incoherent MC is ambushed and the Jailbreakers MC helps and that has his finding his woman Talia. Laramie Briscoe has us going in the Heaven Hills MC with Generations Drew takes over from his dad and his wife Charity is trying to keep stress from him but it is costing her but luckily his sister helps him see what needs to happen. L Wilder has us seeing when Gus opened a Charter in Memphis for the Satans Fury MC and how he meets Samantha and her family trying to pull them apart. Nicole James has us seeing how when a brother dies they club has their old lady's back but Wicked has always wanted Paige ut lines would not be crossed but after she comes back all bets are off. Sapphire Knight gives us Blazes story he has to get the uptight principal in line any means necessary and that in itself makes it an awesome story to read . Add in Bink Cummings giving us Blimp and Loretta , holy cow these two burn up the sheets and then some after a long Arrangement they decide to change it a little . All the stories are awesome and so worth the read and I could keep listing them but then this would drag on . All the stories are awesome and so worth the read and I could keep listing them but then this would drag on .
Kristen Hope Mazzola's Unkillable I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC of this book. I loved this short story. It was a quick read that leaves you wanting more. Maccon is out for revenge for the murder of his wife. His life consist of raising his daughter, work, and his MC family. Just when he thinks he will be alone for the rest of his life he meets the beautiful Kinsley. She makes that part of him that died all those years ago come alive again. This is a beautiful short story. I hope we get more from this couple.
Snow White & The Biker Fairytale by Glenna Maynard. Once upon a time, there was a beautiful heiress to an empire. Her hair was dark as night, lips as red as blood and was pure as new fallen snow. Love and adored by all but one; an evil and jealous villain. "Mirror, mirror watch them fall. Mirror, mirror burn them all. Mirror, mirror kill Sybil White. Kill them. Kill them all." This fairytale is nothing like the childhood fairytale you grew up with. This fairytale is the adult version. Dark and twisted. Filled with jealousy and anger. Hot sexy alpha biker with his own vengeance in mind. And last but not least the beautiful Sybil. This was another fantastic read by Glenna!!! Snow White & The Biker Fairytale by Glenna Maynard. Once upon a time, there was a beautiful heiress to an empire. Her hair was dark as night, lips as red as blood and was pure as new fallen snow. Love and adored by all but one; an evil and jealous villain. "Mirror, mirror watch them fall. Mirror, mirror burn them all. Mirror, mirror kill Sybil White. Kill them. Kill them all." This fairytale is nothing like the childhood fairytale you grew up with. This fairytale is the adult version. Dark and twisted. Filled with jealousy and anger. Hot sexy alpha biker with his own vengeance in mind. And last but not least the beautiful Sybil. This was another fantastic read by Glenna!!!
Bink Cummings: The Arrangement. Sacred Sinners MC Mother Chapter #2 This story is about the arrangement between Blimp and Loretta. They both know what they want in and out of a relationship. And let me tell ya, this is hotter than grease in a frying pan! “he growls as I look on with hooded eyes, my chest rising and falling with laden breaths. I’ve never been more turned on in my life…. At least, not since the last time” Another fantastic read by Bink!!!
Biggest Laura Kaye Fan.. Loved Jagger and Miranda's story. Jagger helps out Miranda when she is stranded on the road. Miranda knows that Jagger has a past but he shows her how much he cares about the people he is close to and instantly protects her. She gives back something to Jagger that has been missing..music and love.
Creed & Mia by M. Robinson, a peek into the lives of the bad boy biker and his pippin, as always steamy, sexy and just pure Creed. We get a glimpse into what poor Harley has to contend with and a taste to what the son's of those Good O'l boys will be faced with when they come sniffing around, Ya Feel me!
At Your Service by Laramie Briscoe Bowling Green is always filled with excitement and dominating Bikers from the Haven Hill MC. Drew and Charity will definitely whet your whistle and have you begging for more, with the little tease of a story that Laramie give us in this anthology.
These are just a sampling of the stories in this heated book of alphas and bikers. I am still reading and now I am entering the world of Ride Deep by Laura Kaye, stay tuned for more reviews from me on the rest of the stories in this book.
We get a taste of Maccon Allred’s story and it’s not an easy one. We also find out more about this Unacceptable MC brotherhood. They all fight with all they have for the ones they love and to say they are fiercely protective is an understatement. Maccon’s story will break your heart and mend it back together.
Unkillable is a short story to introduce us to Maccon Allred. It’s not for the faint of heart so beware. Hope to hear more about his life and the path it takes.
LOVED it! This novella kicks off her next gen series of Angel's Halo MC. This was no where near long enough! Lexi is awesome in this. She is going to have an up hill battle getting her Dad's acceptance for anyone she dates. Ben is about as far from what her dad will agree to as anyone. I can't wait to read full story. Coming Soon!
Blaze by Sapphire Knight
Again, another sneaky little teaser look at what I hope is a full blown book. We say hints of what Blaze assignment was in the previous books. I think the town principal is going to give him a run for his money. But Blaze is up for the challenge. Amelia does not know what beast she has provoked by going up against Blaze. It's going to be fun watching these two hash out that steamy chemistry.
Heart and Soul by Nina Levine
This one revisits a favorite couple of Tatum and Nitro. Just a quick glimpse at what they are up to and a more in depth look at what Tatum has to deal with on a day to day basis. Tough cookie and I love seeing more of her.
Ride Deep by Laura Kaye
Jagger was a fan favorite and I am so glad he got his HEA. Andi is just a perfect match for him. Sweet story and a swoon worthy hero. Great addition to the series.
At Your Service by Laramie Briscoe
This one is also a sneak peek at a previous couple. Drew is now President of the MC and Charity it his wife. As all relationships go, there are ups and downs. What this tough alpha MC guys seem to forget is that the women who love them deserve a break now and then. This was a great story about reconnecting and keeping the home fires burning.
*Complimentary copy provided for an honest review.
I love all these stories!!! And the proceeds going to a great cause, what a plus!!! MC stories are my life and I loved each one written for this anthology!!!! Well done!!!!
Sicko by Amo Jones - Who is Ryce Kane? What happened six years ago? What do we learn about him now? Who are Sloan and Matty? How do they know Jade? Who is she and what do we learn about her? What hapens when Jade goes off to UCLA? Read and see!
Swagger & Sass by Autumn Jones Lake - Who are Rooster, Jigsaw, and Sparky? What catches Rooster's attention? Who is Shelby? Who is Brad? What do we see happen? Why are the Northern and Southern chapters of the Lost Kings MC down in Texas?
Voodoo Vows by Avelyn Paige - Why is Presley packing a suitcase? What does she do for a living? Where are she and Beau going? Oh my gosh! Beaux is a hoot. I like Remy, Beaux, and Amaline. What happens on the trip is fun and even more so on the way home. Read and see what happens!
The Arrangement by Bink Cummings - Who are Jade, Josh, Loretta, and Hunter? How does Loretta know Blimp? Well, Wanda was unexpected!!! This did not end like I had expected it was going to!
Breathe for It by Chelsea Camaron - We got to meet Rhett "Crunch" Oleander and Jennissey Rose Rivera. How and when do they meet? Who is Kenneth "Red" Oleander? When Rhett goes to check on Jami for Jenni, what hapens? Where is Jenni at currently?
Snow White & the Biker by Glenna Maynard - Who is Sybil White? Who are Diego and Wrath? Who are or were Emanuel "Killshot" Diaz and Hector "Wildman" Diaz? What job is Diego given by Wrath? Who is Consuela? What happens with Jesus? What proposition does Sybil have for Diego?
Unkillable by Kristen Hope Mazzola - Who is Maccon? What is going on in his world? Who is Kinsley and how does Maccon meet her? What does a blacked out tattoo mean? What happens during the second date with Kinsey?
Gus by L. Wilder - Who are Saul, Butch, Gus, and the other members and prospects going with Gus? Who is Samantha Travers? Where and how does Gus met her? What monkey wrench gets tossed into the works? What hapens with the Ravens?
At Your Service by Laramie Briscoe - We get more of a look at Drew and his Presidency for the Heaven Hill MC. We also get to see him bonding with his father, talking about life. We happily get to follow up with Charity and see what is going on with her. Holy suspense at the end, Batman!!! Cannot wait to see what's coming!
Ride Deep by Laura Kaye - Who is Jackson? What happened to him in the last year? What used to happen before his rage at the situation? When he is talking ith a couple of guys at the shop, a new dropoff comes in. What do we learn? I really like Miranda. I find myself wanting to read more about the Raven Riders! They're unusual!
Creed & Mia by M. Robinson - Who is Harley? What about Cash? How do Creed and Mia know them? Who is Pierce? What is his relationship with Harley like? How does Mia land in hot water? What happens? Read to find out!
No Man's Land by Marialisa Demora - Who is Hitch? What happened that he is upset? Who is talia? What is her profession? Who is Ewell? I am ready to cry before the end of the first couple of chapters! What call does Hitch make to Rampage? Where I wanted to cry at the beginning of the story, by the end I was smiling and laughing.
Killing Time by Mary Martel - Who is Lance? Who are the Kings of Torment? What is happening when he sees Maggie again for the first time in years? Who is she? How does he know her? Trip and Ronin are funny! Well, hell, that story did not end how I thought it was going to in any way, shape, or form!
Mama by Nicole Jacquelyn - Who are Lily, Leo, and Gray? What happens that raises a red flag? Who mentions tracking? When the app is remembered, what is learned? This short story was unexpected.
My Brother's Old Lady by Nicole James - Who is Understaker? Why is he calling out Paige? Where are they from? Who is wicked? What assignment does Wicked volunteer for and why? Why did Paige come back? Read and find out.
Heart and Soul by Nina Levine - Who are Tatum and Nitro? How do they know one another? Who is Billy? What is going on at work with Earl? What did he ask Dustin to do the night before at work? What conversation does Tatum overhear as she leaves to deal with an issue for Billy? Who is Parker and what does Billy demand tatum take care of regarding Parker? See what happens!
Bound by Change by Ryan Michelle - We get a look at Micah and what is going through his head at the beginning. Who are Cyrus and Ari? How does Ari know Cyrus? Where are they? What happens when Ari ditches Cyrus for one of Micah's friends? What has Micah noticed about her? What happens?
Blaze by Sapphire Knight - Who is Torch? What is going on with the principal at his daughter's school? Who is Blaze and what is he tasked with by his president? It was fun to read what happened when Blaze and Torch went to pick up his daughter one day after school. God, I love the Oath Keepers! Oh my, the ending is a funny little teaser at what is coming!
Prelude to Salvation by Terri Anne Browning - Who is Lexa Reid? What is her heart's desire? Who and what is Ben Davis? What happens when they see one another at the diner? When she leaves, what does Ben do? When he learns a few things about her, what is it that angers him?
Forever Lo by Winter Travers - Who are Meg and Lo? What are they discussing? Who are Turtle and Mal? What happens at Remy's wedding reception? Who is Jonas? What phone call does Lo get as they are getting ready for bed?
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BREATHE FOR IT (Hellions Ride On) By Chelsea Camaron ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 STARS
Rhett “Crunch” Oleander is the son of Frank “Tank” and Savannah “Sass” Oleander and the younger brother of Kenneth “Red”. His grandpa Rhett “Danza” Perchton is one of the original members of the Hellions MC. His dad is now the Vice President of the Hellions and Red is a Prospect for the club. Most consider Crunch the problem child of the family but his grandpa believes he chooses to be difficult because he has the soul of a gypsy. Crunch is restless and the only thing that keeps him centered is Jennissey Rivera, the love of his life. It’s their senior year of high school and although Jenni loves Rhett she’s made plans for her future without discussing it with him. She’s decided to join the Navy so she can provide a better life for her little sister Jameson. I was completely shocked at the ending and I can’t wait for more to see what happens.
BOUND BY CHANCE (Ravage MC: Bound) By Ryan Michele ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 STARS
It had always been Micah’s goal to stay away from the Ravage MC and not become one of them. Brother was a word he despised, one he didn’t understand, one he felt took his father away. Until joining the Marines, having two tours under his belt, another starting in a few days. Now brother means everything to him. The bond. The trust. The commitment to one another. He’s on leave with some of his buddies and they end up at a bar the night before they’re to report back. Cyrus has always hated her name, swearing her dad named her that just so he could call her “Cyrus the virus”. She’s out dancing with her best friend, Ari when she meets an intriguing man. Cyrus and Micah dance together for a while then he suggests going to his hotel room. They have an amazing night together, one neither of them will ever forget. This also ended with an OMG cliffy so I’ll be keeping an eye out for what comes next.
THE ARRANGEMENT (Sacred Sinners MC: Mother Chapter) By Bink Cummings ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 STARS
Blimp is a member of the Sacred Sinners MC and Loretta is his fuck buddy. Loretta has a son named Josh “White Boy” who is also a member of the MC. For twenty years Blimp and Loretta have been screwing and they’re both free to hook up with others too. I don’t normally like any FFM scenes but this story had one and it was hot. It’s refreshing reading about a woman who is over thirty. I mean just because we’re older doesn’t mean we don’t still fuck.
FOREVER LO (Devil’s Knights MC) By Winter Travers ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 STARS
Logan Birch is the President of the Devil’s Knights MC, he’s been married to Meg for ten years. Meg’s only son, Remy is now twenty eight years old and he’s getting married to Harlyn. The wedding is at the MC’s clubhouse so everyone is running around getting everything set up for the big day. A very sad cliffy that I totally didn’t see coming but I think I know where it’s going. I’ve always liked Meg and Lo so this was a nice surprise to see what they’ve been up to.
PRELUDE TO SALVATION (Angels Halo MC: Next Generation) By Terri Anne Browning ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 STARS
Lexa Reid is the daughter of Bash and Raven Reid, her dad is the President of the Angels Halo MC. When Lexa was only five years old she was kidnapped by one of her dad’s enemies leaving her with a scar on the right side of her face from her temple to her mouth. She’s 19 years old and she’s home from college for the summer. Ben Davis is 30 years old, when he retired from the Marines and came back to Creswell Springs his grandpa talked him into taking over as Sheriff. He’s been the Sheriff for six months and he’s never seen the beauty who walked into the dinner while he was eating. The chemistry between Ben and Lexa is off the charts but they don’t stand a chance. Her father will never sit back and allow his daughter to be with the town Sheriff. Ben has already decided that Lexa is his and nobody will stand in his way. This was just a little taste of what’s to come for Ben and Lexa.
AT YOUR SERVICE (Heaven Hill MC: Next Generation) By Laramie Briscoe ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 STARS
Drew Walker was thirteen years old when his mom, Denise met and fell in love with Liam Walker, the President of Heaven Hill MC in Bowling Green, Kentucky. When Liam married Denise he adopted Drew and his twin sister, Mandy, giving them his last name and a stable home. Drew is now a grown man and member of the MC along with his best friend, Dalton. He’s happily married to Charity, the love of his life and they have twin daughters, Justice and Harley. Liam and Tyler (the club’s VP) have decided to step down and they’ve made Drew the President, and Dalton his VP. Drew has always looked up to Liam who has been a great President and he’s worried he won’t be able to fill his shoes. Liam has faith in Drew and knows without a doubt he made the right decision passing the gavel to him. Charity is an attorney who has her own practice in town, Mandy is a Paralegal and works for her. Both Drew and Charity have been very busy and haven’t had much alone time so Mandy takes the girls overnight. This was sweet and it’s a warning of the chaos that’s about to hit Drew and his whole family.
CREED AND MIA (End of the Road MC) By M. Robinson ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 STARS
Creed and Mia Jameson are happily married, they have three children, Harley, Luke, and Owen. Harley is almost sixteen years old and if it were up to Creed he’d keep her locked up in the house away from boys. Creed comes home early one day and finds Harley studying advanced geometry with Cash. His gives them money, telling them to finish studying at the library. Mia has been secretly letting Cash come over while Creed is at work but he’s been aware the whole time. He met Mia when they were kids, they were besties who fell in love so when Cash insists him and Harley are just friends that doesn’t make him feel any better. This was a short but sweet story of an over protective dad whose daughter is getting older.
HEART AND SOUL (Storm MC: Sydney) By Nina Levine ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 STARS
Nitro is a member of the Sydney chapter of Storm MC. He had plans to keep Tatum in bed all day as it was Sunday morning. His plans are quickly ruined, first by an unexpected visitor, then Tatum has a work emergency she must handle. This was short, had a lot going on but somehow it worked. I read the original Storm MC series but haven’t read the Sydney one so this reminds that I need to.
SNOW WHITE AND THE BIKER By Glenna Maynard ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 STARS
Diego Diaz is a Prospect for the Original Seven MC, his stepdad, Wrath is the President. Diego’s dad used to be the Prez until Wrath killed him, took his club, and his wife as his property. One day Diego will kill Wrath and deliver his head to his mother. Wrath tells Diego he has a job for him and if he completes it he’ll give him his member patch. The “job” is to kill Sybil, a twenty year old college student who stands to inherit her father’s fashion empire when she turns twenty one. This one was really good and I’m looking forward to reading more about the Original Seven MC.
Presley Sanders is the sister of Raze, the President of the Heaven’s Rejects MC. For four years she left the club and everyone in it wanting nothing to do with it. Then she got into trouble and needed her brother’s help. She’s a Psychiatrist and Beauregard “Voodoo” Martin is the tech mastermind for her brother’s club. The two of them fell in love when he was tasked with keeping her safe. Now their off to New Orleans to meet his sister, Remy who is the President of her own club, Voodoo City Queens MC. Presley is nervous to meet Remy, afraid his only family member won’t like her. The visit goes great and Presley and Remy become fast friends.
Getting to read stories by 20 authors some new and some favorites to most readers is amazing. That doing so helps out a needy group—all the better. Here are a few examples of these stories.
SICKO BY AMO JONES: This is a teaser prelude to an upcoming book to be published in 2020. It is very short and introduces Jade and Royce/Sicko her foster brother from the people who adopted her. He left home 6 years ago leaving her with a broken heart at 13. He was her hero and protector. When he left he deserted her into a nightmare. Now he's back. An officer in an MC and wants to run her life even though she just started college. This looks like a good read, I just hate cliffies when the rest of the story is unavailable.
SWAGGER & SASS BY AUTUMN JONES LAKE: Lost Kings MC is meeting up with three other clubs to start an annual meeting of clubs to support each other and commit to an alliance and of course, party. On the way to the meet three of the guys including Rooster come on a scene with a guy taking pics of a gorgeous woman standing (uncomfortably) on a bridge railing. When she falls in, the guy just watches her scream that she can't swim and struggle. Rooster doesn't know what is going on and jumps in to save her (in 4 feet of water). Needless to say, he is unimpressed with the guy and wants to punch and does. Womanizer Rooster wants her instantly but for some reason just comforts her and offers to take her home. She is surprised she feels safe with him and lets him... Oh yeah, she lets him.
The two are a great couple with her innocence and strength as well as a hot mom with a great attitude she has some things to hide. He feels differently about her than other women. He lives in New York. She lives in Texas. Now what?
Really liked this one. Fun club and brothers with their Old Ladies. Even a short one like this stands up to the authors usual great reads.
VOODOO VOWS: BY AVELYN PAIGE: Presley is actually scared to go meet Beau's family, especially his sister who runs her own auxiliary club. He is a big kid with video games, comic con, and his action figure collection—"not dolls!". She loves him. They've been together a year even though her brother is Prez of his club and not a all happy about the arrangement.
Their trip is full of meetings, acceptance and suspicion, and steam. Oh, yeah! She's a practicing phycologist and busy as well as his place in the club and this is their vaca and makeup time. And oh how they make up!
Another good short read.
THE ARRANGEMENT BY BINK CUMMINGS: If you are so young you can't imagine those just past prime don't get it on—this one will be a learning experience for you. Oh, and yeah, bring a cold drink and a fan. You're gonna need it.
Loretta and Blimp have been buds with bennies for years. Now her son is grown and a patched member of the same club as Blimp. They aren't a couple in the traditional way. They aren't monogamous. They are hot together—steaming!
Take a ride with them and see just how hot. The read is gonna be a lot shorter than that ride.
BREATHE FOR IT BY CHELSEA CAMARON: Crunch & Jennissey are high school lovers. She comes from a sad family on the other side of town, he comes from an MC family and is expected to join up after graduation. What he learns is that the joining up isn't only on his side. What is going to happen to the couple when their future separates them for now?
This is a teaser into a future story.
MAMA BY NICOLE JAMES: Lily and Leo are making a home with his toddler whose mother died when he was a tiny baby. She was in the club life and loves their family unit as busy as she is. Not everyone is as happy as her family and his club family. Little Gray's grandmother doesn't approve of either one of them.
Are they going to keep the happy family or is there trouble to come?
SNOW WHITE AND THE BIKER BY GLENNA MAYNARD: This is no sweet fairy tale. No way. Biker son has to stand by and watch the man who killed his father and took his mother play with the club girls right out in the open. But he has to earn his patch to do more. When he's given an assassination assignment he's guaranteed the patch with his father's number on it. He'll do anything even take out this gorgeous sweet college girl—Won't he?
Once again this is the intro for a full-length story to come.
MY BROTHER'S OLD LADY BY NICHOLE JAMES: Paige and Travis have a history. Her husband was his club brother and best friend. She's been gone for two years, leaving right after her husband's club funeral. Two years later she's back. The woman he has loved and left alone for every day since the three of them met. Travis sees his chance to change things. Paige refuses to admit her feelings. As her club assigned protector, one day her truck breaks down and she has to call him. So ends their silence.
Will they admit their feelings? Will her dead husband continue to stand between them? A good short read, and complete story.
What a great collection of shorts, giving me all the feels and allowing to find new stories that I will undoubtedly devour once they are continued!
Here is what I have read so far:
Sicko by Amo Jones. Whoa...I am a newbie to her work and wow, she does not hold back! This twisted tale has the promise of true madness with a father and his 'son' at odds over who will win the girl. Sicko(s) indeed. That future standalone will undoubtedly be a shocker.
Creed & Mia by M. Robinson I just adore her work and this little preview into what is in store for Creed and Mia's daughter is going to be epic! I love the way the passion bleeds through Robinson's words, and fireworks will be in full force as Harley Jameson and Jackson Pierce take their hate and turn it into love. After the Pierced Hearts duet, I know this one featuring the next generation of Good Old boys paired with a member of the Pierce family, that my heart will be jumping for joy. The alpha goodness that is Creed made for one heckuva great show once more...even as short as it was. Well done.
Heart & Soul by Nina Levine Oh and that is exactly what Tatum and Nitro have: heart and soul like no other couple Levine has given us. This story is mostly about Tatum and the take no prisoners attitude she has. I have loved her since I read Nitro's Torment and with this bonus story, she shows she can stand up to the best of them and yet has the tender touch when it counts. Nitro will never tame her and he couldn't be happier about that. Both adore the other and simply get each other like no one else could. They have each other's backs time and again and this short prove just that. Bravo.
My Brother's Old Lady by Nicole James I've only just started reading her work but with this short, I am salivating for more! What a great story of a forbidden want that only seemed one-sided but has a ton of guilt and desire all wrapped up in one. Paige and Travis have a years long passion for the other but only they know whether or not they can cross that line. Because when they do, it's for good. I loved every word and will be exploring the Evil Dead MC books for sure.
Prelude to Salvation by Terri Anne Browning A great intro to the next story in the Angel's Halo universe, Ben and Lexa have a strong instalove that will only lead to trouble. He's the Sheriff and she's the daughter of the Prez of the MC in town. Not the best of beginnings but somehow I predict a ton of fireworks as they won't be able to deny their chemistry. A little too quick to be in love for my tastes, it was still fun to read.
I'm hopeful to continue to read the rest and am more than proud that this anthology was created to help the Bikers Against Bullies USA charity. Way to go!!
A fantastic collection of short stories that captured my attention, warmed my heart, and definitely revved my engine! I devoured them all and now have great additions to my must read list!! I could wax poetic about all of these awesome stories, but here is a brief bit about a few.
Swagger and Sass by Autumn Jones Lake Shelby an aspiring singer working two jobs to support herself finds herself drowning in the filthy canal until a handsome roguish biker rescues her. There is an instant attraction that neither have ever felt or dreamed possible. “This man who’s making my insides melt with need by simply holding my hand.” “His kiss does more than light a spark of desire. No, I’m a raging inferno of need in two seconds flat.” Rooster saves his damsel in distress and finds more than he bargained for. Having made fun of the monogamous ways of the northern LOKI chapter he is suddenly (and shocking even to him), finding himself doing his own version of cave man theatrics to keep Shelby all to himself. I loved this steamy and sweet story. I want more!! Do they meet up in New York?? As always I can count on AJL to give us well written characters with details that make them come alive with personalities. I can’t wait to hear more about Rooster!
Bound By Chance by Ryan Michele Micah is on leave from the Marines about to begin another tour overseas. On his last night he sees Cyrus. He knows before they’ve even spoken that she’s meant for him. Their hot and heavy night together only solidifies to him he’s right. But he still has to leave and he knows when he walks out the door the next morning he’ll do it leaving a part of him with her. UGH Ryan Michelle you tease!! Way to leave us hanging! Interesting characters giving us a steamy swoon worthy evening. The rest of the story will play out in Bound by Consequences –Definitely pre-ordered!!
Prelude to Salvation by Terri Anne Browning If you’ve read any Angels Halo books you will know that Bash the MC President doesn’t exactly have welcoming arms for the local police department. So what happens when his own daughter catches the eye the new Sheriff? As Ben is having dinner in the local dinner a beauty unlike any other walks in with an allure and captivating presences that immediately draws all eyes, including his. Lexa doesn’t like attention. Having the scars from learning the hard way what attention can do, she avoids it hiding behind her hair and keeping her head down. Knowing the good looking sheriff has been watching, her nerves get the best of her and she heads out only to discover the sheriff is following her. She pulls over and the two exchange more than conversation. SERIOUSLY HOT! It is quickly clear the magnetic pull is too strong and too hot to avoid. But knowing her father, avoid she must. But will Ben give up so easily? This story will continue in the book Salvation. It’s been added to my must read list.
I read an ARC of this book. My honest and fair review is voluntary.
Love, Loyalty and Mayhem is an MC romance lovers dream come true. Some of the absolute best MC authors all coming together in this epic anthology giving you the best of the best in the genre! I could go on forever about each and every bit of this book, but I’ll condense things down to highlights of my favorites in here. First up on my faves is Swagger & Sass by Autumn Jones Lake. Take one sexy bad@#$ biker and one sweet, sassy woman and add in the perfect bit of heat for a short story and you’ve got the magic that is Swagger & Sass! I adored the sweet heat that flew off the pages with Rooster and Shelby! Next Breathe for It by Chelsea Cameron left me over here like 🤯! I need more, more more! I can’t wait to see where Jenni and Rhett’s story takes them. Then there’s Unkillable by Kristen Hope Mazzola. Only she could rip my heart out, put it back, have me crying and swooning all over the place and make it feel like I’ve read a massive book in such a short story. If you haven’t experienced the magic that is her writing yet get ready to fall in love when you read this. After that I went and lost my Heart to Gus by L. Wilder. As one of the first MC authors I fell in love with I’ve been devouring her words for years now and still get absolutely giddy every time she has a new release. Gus is just the right mix of hot, sweet and edge of your seat. I’m dying to see where Gus and Samantha end up now! Then there’s At Your Service by Laramie Briscoe, who is yet another insanely talented author. I swear, her writing has had me hooked so deep I squeal every time I see her name. This peek into her Heaven Hill Generations Series left me even more in love with her characters and also desperate for more.
Each of these stories brings you a little bit of some MC stories. This Anthology has stories from authors that could be new to you, but you will not be disappointed. Each of the authors brings you in and keeps you turning the pages. These stories will have you wanting to read the entire series for all of them. They might all contain love, laughs, a few of them also contain hot & steamy times. You will have some suspense, danger, and alpha tendencies but each will have something you will want to read.