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I know Katie Ashley can write some amazing romance so I was super excited when I first heard she was writing a motorcycle club (mc) romance. I may or may not have jumped this book to the front of my gigantic reading queue. It was worth it. Katie writes a sensational romance with twists that will leave you with your mouth gaping (I speak from experience). I fell in love with Willow Malloy first. The very first pages of the story are heart rending and I'm not ashamed to admit I had tears running down my face as I read it. I only fell further in love with her as the story progressed. Alexandra Evans was another character who stole my heart almost instantaneously. I loved how much she cared for Willow and was willing to go out of her way to do things for the little girl who needed her. Alexandra was one determined woman and I admired her. Deacon was somewhat of a surprise. He wasn't father of the year material, but he couldn't help it. Willow's existence was a total surprise to him and as the carousing second in command of a mc he was not remotely prepared for her. However it was how soon he came to care for Willow that won me over. Of course it doesn't hurt Alexandra is there to help smooth his transition from single guy to doting father, or that he lusts after her. The two had great chemistry. I enjoyed seeing them going back and forth. I must say when they finally gave in to the attraction they were feeling, I was surprised by how enthusiastically Alexandra dropped her proper teacher facade. The story is certainly gripping. There's so much going on and I almost forgot about the crisis that was coming. When things came to a head, I was shocked, but riveted in my seat. I couldn't stop reading. There were more moments of unchecked tears, some of even uncontrolled laughter, and plenty of disbelief. Honestly, this story is one ride you're going to have to read to experience. I can't wait to read more about the Hell's Raiders. I have a feeling a lot more laughter, swoons, and tears are in store for me.
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