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Dark Riders #1
Falcon
[Siren Everlasting Classic Erotic Alternative Paranormal Romance, M/M, werewolves, public exhibition, HEA] Werewolves, Darlings, Ducatis, and a disreputable biker gang is the world Garrett is thrust into when he falls in lust with a stranger who steals his very breath. Garrett knows the man has a very unsavory reputation, yet he can't stop fantasizing about him. But Garrett discovers that Falcon is not what he seems. The man has a secret, and Garrett soon finds out what it means to belong to the president of the Dark Riders. Falcon has no interest in humans until the owner of Andromeda--a tattoo shop on the Lower East Side--is targeted by an enemy, and he finds himself protecting a man who changes the rules of the game. But Falcon's world is a scary place. There are things that feed on humans and make Garrett feel as if he has lost his sanity--things that shouldn't even exist. They are known as Darlings, and they are coming after Garrett. Falcon has placed his mark on him, and Garrett is now the creatures' target. ** A Siren Erotic Romance
148 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 29, 2013
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Lynn Hagen
551 books1,189 followersLynn Hagen loves writing about the somewhat flawed, but lovable. She also loves a hero who can see past all the rough edges to find the shining diamond of a beautiful heart.
You can find her on any given day curled up with her laptop and a cup of hot java, letting the next set of characters tell their story.
You can find her on any given day curled up with her laptop and a cup of hot java, letting the next set of characters tell their story.
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August 2, 2013
There was some serious lack of explination regarding the creation of the dark riders and their enemy pack. Also no explination about how Garrett was turned at all with no bite..Are they mates or not? All this was left unsaid.
This first series already set up at least 2 more books based on other characters that we met. so hopefully my questions will be answered in the next books.
This first series already set up at least 2 more books based on other characters that we met. so hopefully my questions will be answered in the next books.
July 31, 2013
Lynn Hagen just overflows with different kinds of shifters and creatures, and their adventures. This is the beginning of a new series and I really enjoyed it. The Dark Riders are different. They are dark and kind of broody, not at all madcap of funny like the Brac series, and they ride motorcycles, and they are hot. Very hot. Say no more!!
This is a very good start to what I am sure will be another good series and I have signed up to it with gusto!!
This is a very good start to what I am sure will be another good series and I have signed up to it with gusto!!
August 2, 2013
Omg, so much was going on in this book. This was a great start to a new series. We already know who the next 2 couples will be, at least. I totally loved this! Great job Lynn!
July 31, 2013
● Uber sexy alpha male clad in leather. Check
● Hot, twinky love interest with artistic talent and bestfriend. Check
● Posse of equally sexy shifters. Check.
● Lust at first sight and then growing to love after adversity. Check.
● Antagonist alpha with over-inflated ego. Check
This formula might have worked for me if I had encountered this before my first 500 books but I felt like I've read this before. Not that I don't like this type, but I was looking for an original delivery compared to other shifter stories.
● Hot, twinky love interest with artistic talent and bestfriend. Check
● Posse of equally sexy shifters. Check.
● Lust at first sight and then growing to love after adversity. Check.
● Antagonist alpha with over-inflated ego. Check
This formula might have worked for me if I had encountered this before my first 500 books but I felt like I've read this before. Not that I don't like this type, but I was looking for an original delivery compared to other shifter stories.
August 29, 2013
Ugh. Ugh. Why do I keep reading this stuff?
Wasn't the worst shifter romance I've ever read--it was just boring. The only stand-out part of this book was that author used the word "tenebrous" to describe our alpha hero at least 3 times (and I started skimming at about the 30% so she could've used it more). Yes, yes, he's very dark and broody. He's a shifter Heathcliff. WE GET IT.
On the other hand that cover model is seriously hot--however, is that a Member's Only jacket I see? Hmm.
Wasn't the worst shifter romance I've ever read--it was just boring. The only stand-out part of this book was that author used the word "tenebrous" to describe our alpha hero at least 3 times (and I started skimming at about the 30% so she could've used it more). Yes, yes, he's very dark and broody. He's a shifter Heathcliff. WE GET IT.
On the other hand that cover model is seriously hot--however, is that a Member's Only jacket I see? Hmm.
August 3, 2013
it was good, but nothing new
March 15, 2020
I hated Lonnie. I am so over the sassy best friend trope. Lonnie and Rett were just together all the time and both were rude to Falcon without even knowing anything about him.
I just didn't understand Garrett and he was playing hot and cold and it was just weird. If he was so far gone in lust at first sight it wouldn't have made sense to reject Falcon so much. At the beginning he's all about thinking how it would be impossible for Falcon to want him and then when Falcon does pay him any attention he's not sure he wants him.
I am so over this trope of making the more dominant/masculine of the two work for it. It becomes more like F/M that I want to avoid. I want both MC to want it, both to work for it, and both to offer something to the relationship. This idea in which one chases and the other is chased does not appeal to me at all. I hate this book.
I didn't understand why Falcon was into Garret at all other than his scent. The dude was just a doormat. He did everything his bff said and was just bratty both of them. I couldn't have hated this book more.
I just didn't understand Garrett and he was playing hot and cold and it was just weird. If he was so far gone in lust at first sight it wouldn't have made sense to reject Falcon so much. At the beginning he's all about thinking how it would be impossible for Falcon to want him and then when Falcon does pay him any attention he's not sure he wants him.
I am so over this trope of making the more dominant/masculine of the two work for it. It becomes more like F/M that I want to avoid. I want both MC to want it, both to work for it, and both to offer something to the relationship. This idea in which one chases and the other is chased does not appeal to me at all. I hate this book.
I didn't understand why Falcon was into Garret at all other than his scent. The dude was just a doormat. He did everything his bff said and was just bratty both of them. I couldn't have hated this book more.
January 11, 2018
This book has a unique feel to it for me, which is slightly different from other books (series) that I've read by this author, which I'm sure that's what writers strive for. :) I did like this, however, I was becoming frustrated with how there was a lack of real communication between Falcon (wolf shifter), and Garrett until about 70 percent into the book. I understand that many readers enjoy a slow burn with their romances, but if it's too slow, then the story tends to drag, at least for me (after all, it is a fantasy). I mean, even in reality people talk to each other quicker than these main characters did. The dark riders are a tough group, which is intriguing, and I will absolutely read the next book in this series, since I really loved Lonnie. He was such a sassy little fella, and his story is next. Ultimately, this still was a fierce, and appealing read. =)
March 19, 2021
Buku pertama dari Seri Dark Riders, petualangan yang seru dan menegangkan baru di mulai di buku-buku berikutnya. Di buku ini hanya sebagai permulaan dan menceritakan latar belakang bagaimana kisah Falcon dkk dimulai.
October 1, 2017
This is a great book! Looking forward to more books in this series. Another great read from Lynn Hagen. Can't wait to read more in this series! 💜👍
May 9, 2023
Boring. No MC or shifter world building. Bad sex.
January 24, 2024
El universo creado aquí es muy interesante.
August 2, 2013
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Lynn Hagen always manages to come up with something new. Everytime I read her books, some of which I loved, some I hated and some I was so-so with, there is always a constant element: her paranormal books may sound like the regular paranormals but then she twists them up like one would a rope and then release it to her readers who just gobble them up.
Take Falcon, Book One of the Dark Riders Series. This is something new. Yes, the usual elements are there like the alpha male, the machismo that seems to overflow, the twinky-dink mate, the supportive BFFs, and the antagonists who cannot seem to get over their own images. Then again, there are the Darlings. Who in heck would have ever thought up naming a pseudo-vampire species as Darlings? Well, apparently only Ms. Hagen can and she did. And she made them nasty too, despite their loveable, cutey-as-pie name.
When I read this, of course I was prepared for the usual. Then I noticed a difference in this book, no matter how formulaic it read to me. Here, Ms. Hagen decided that the POVs from just her main characters were not enough. We get the point of views from all the characters, from the major to the minors and this was a refreshing change. Another thing I noticed was that there were enough lose ends to sink a book and yet, I got intrigued and was satisfied with the lose ends knowing that this is just the first book and more revelations as well as resolutions are sure to come with the succeeding installments.
Alright, I do agree with one and all that this is just like the rest out there and this is just the new formula to get us readers gripping for more. Heck, I don't care if this is so as my usual reaction of loving character and plot developments are thrown out the window and my curiosity is getting the better of me.
Lynn Hagen always manages to come up with something new. Everytime I read her books, some of which I loved, some I hated and some I was so-so with, there is always a constant element: her paranormal books may sound like the regular paranormals but then she twists them up like one would a rope and then release it to her readers who just gobble them up.
Take Falcon, Book One of the Dark Riders Series. This is something new. Yes, the usual elements are there like the alpha male, the machismo that seems to overflow, the twinky-dink mate, the supportive BFFs, and the antagonists who cannot seem to get over their own images. Then again, there are the Darlings. Who in heck would have ever thought up naming a pseudo-vampire species as Darlings? Well, apparently only Ms. Hagen can and she did. And she made them nasty too, despite their loveable, cutey-as-pie name.
When I read this, of course I was prepared for the usual. Then I noticed a difference in this book, no matter how formulaic it read to me. Here, Ms. Hagen decided that the POVs from just her main characters were not enough. We get the point of views from all the characters, from the major to the minors and this was a refreshing change. Another thing I noticed was that there were enough lose ends to sink a book and yet, I got intrigued and was satisfied with the lose ends knowing that this is just the first book and more revelations as well as resolutions are sure to come with the succeeding installments.
Alright, I do agree with one and all that this is just like the rest out there and this is just the new formula to get us readers gripping for more. Heck, I don't care if this is so as my usual reaction of loving character and plot developments are thrown out the window and my curiosity is getting the better of me.
February 22, 2015
3.5 Stars. A little dark when it comes to the alpha MC Falcon. Actually this is the second biker story I've read where the alpha MC walked the line of being a good guy. He's not the shinning knight type of hero, but is still honorable for the most part. I liked Garrett, but felt his personality was overshadowed by his bff Lonnie. (I'm looking forward to Lonnie's story). There was an admittedly new, if small twist on the normal shifter story. The wolves, Darlings, humans. Unsure if this series goes past the four "Dark Riders", but I wouldn't mind seeing a wolf and a Darling come together.
In any case, the editing was surprisingly good this time around considering it was from Siren. It does seem that Ms. Hagen has embedded her teeth in a new word; Tenebrous. Unfortunately, after a while, I was the one choking on it. Sometimes you just need to say what you want plainly and skip the ten dollar words. Just say the character has a dark or shadowy personality/visage/past...you get the gist. Add that to Falcon constantly referring to Garret as his "little artist" (the new "baby), what you get are anchors that weigh down the story.
All in all I liked it and will be moving on to the next.
In any case, the editing was surprisingly good this time around considering it was from Siren. It does seem that Ms. Hagen has embedded her teeth in a new word; Tenebrous. Unfortunately, after a while, I was the one choking on it. Sometimes you just need to say what you want plainly and skip the ten dollar words. Just say the character has a dark or shadowy personality/visage/past...you get the gist. Add that to Falcon constantly referring to Garret as his "little artist" (the new "baby), what you get are anchors that weigh down the story.
All in all I liked it and will be moving on to the next.
August 26, 2013
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This is the first in a new series by Lynn Hagen that’s not connected with any of her other series. This book features wolf shifters, but with a twist. Vampires are called Darlings and not as charismatic as the vampires in her other books although they do tend to talk a lot of trash when taunting the Dark Riders. The Dark Riders are a biker gang who happen to be wolf shifters. The leader, Falcon meets and falls for Garrett, a tattoo shop owner. I really like the secondary characters in this book. Garrett’s best friend Lonnie was something else. The interaction between Lonnie and Santos (a member of Falcon’s gang/pack) is HILARIOUS! I can’t wait to see how the relationships of the other Dark Rider members will play out. The action and storylines are coming along pretty good. I haven’t gotten a full feel for this book yet because it’s the start of a new series and like a new pair of shoes; I have to break it in. I’m enjoying it so far and really looking forward to reading more.
This is the first in a new series by Lynn Hagen that’s not connected with any of her other series. This book features wolf shifters, but with a twist. Vampires are called Darlings and not as charismatic as the vampires in her other books although they do tend to talk a lot of trash when taunting the Dark Riders. The Dark Riders are a biker gang who happen to be wolf shifters. The leader, Falcon meets and falls for Garrett, a tattoo shop owner. I really like the secondary characters in this book. Garrett’s best friend Lonnie was something else. The interaction between Lonnie and Santos (a member of Falcon’s gang/pack) is HILARIOUS! I can’t wait to see how the relationships of the other Dark Rider members will play out. The action and storylines are coming along pretty good. I haven’t gotten a full feel for this book yet because it’s the start of a new series and like a new pair of shoes; I have to break it in. I’m enjoying it so far and really looking forward to reading more.
October 2, 2013
What I liked - The tattoo artist lusting after the big, bad leader of a bunch of bikers. (sue me, it's fantasy!) The Darlings were interesting as the politics with other packs.
What I didn't like - Everything happens so fast. And characters are just supposed to get the f*ck over it. (ie - main characters gets 'converted', but since it wasn't as bad as the other main character's experience, he just needs to suck it up) Alot of happening in the background, laying the groundwork for future books.
Last Impressions - So, so start of a new series. I might not have liked all the groundwork being laid about everywhere, but I do want to read about the detective and Falcon's twin getting together (so I guess I shouldn't of complained then, huh?)
Honestly, Lynn Hagen's books are like crack to me. Usually quick, simple, feel good reads, I can't help buy buy them. (though I really wish Siren would get a decent cover artist)
What I didn't like - Everything happens so fast. And characters are just supposed to get the f*ck over it. (ie - main characters gets 'converted', but since it wasn't as bad as the other main character's experience, he just needs to suck it up) Alot of happening in the background, laying the groundwork for future books.
Last Impressions - So, so start of a new series. I might not have liked all the groundwork being laid about everywhere, but I do want to read about the detective and Falcon's twin getting together (so I guess I shouldn't of complained then, huh?)
Honestly, Lynn Hagen's books are like crack to me. Usually quick, simple, feel good reads, I can't help buy buy them. (though I really wish Siren would get a decent cover artist)
December 14, 2015
First Thoughts: Give me more!
Now, when they figure out HOW Garrett converted should be interesting along with why his eyes didn't change.. something to do with getting blood in the eyes? Darlings (twisted take on 'vampires') are background nuisance right now.. whether they have a more substantial roll remains to be seen (I hope not.. cuz really where can you go with it?) And then there's 'the bite'.. the one where Falcon 'claims' Garrett.. the word mate never pops up so I wonder if they just don't realize or if there isn't really a significance to biting your partner?
Have set up on two more Dark Riders by the end. I think Lonnie should be next in my opinion.
Now, when they figure out HOW Garrett converted should be interesting along with why his eyes didn't change.. something to do with getting blood in the eyes? Darlings (twisted take on 'vampires') are background nuisance right now.. whether they have a more substantial roll remains to be seen (I hope not.. cuz really where can you go with it?) And then there's 'the bite'.. the one where Falcon 'claims' Garrett.. the word mate never pops up so I wonder if they just don't realize or if there isn't really a significance to biting your partner?
Have set up on two more Dark Riders by the end. I think Lonnie should be next in my opinion.
October 28, 2015
Falcon
I have read this book many times and I really love it. It has everything you need danger hot men sex wolves fighting it's awesome I love that the series ends after four book lynn hagen's series usually last very long and that gets expensive so if like series about wolves and don't want it to go on and on these books are for you.
I have read this book many times and I really love it. It has everything you need danger hot men sex wolves fighting it's awesome I love that the series ends after four book lynn hagen's series usually last very long and that gets expensive so if like series about wolves and don't want it to go on and on these books are for you.
August 6, 2013
great start into a new series. many questions were left unanswered like what's the story of falcon, zane and their conversion. hope to learn more about it in book 2 as well as getting to know more details as to why emilio and santos were converted.
November 27, 2014
That was one of the best Hagen books I've read yet. There was a lot more story in this, since sex doesn't happen till 68% (though there's oral at 52%) it's filled with actual plot and getting to know the characters.
February 1, 2015
tattoos, funny, short and fluffy, quirky best friends and is clearly a series with hints about the next books being dropped throughout. I enjoyed it and it was harmless and fun. I doubt I will reread this series but I did read them one after another as the author held my attention.
July 31, 2013
3.75***
August 11, 2013
This book was so amazingly good I can't wait for the rest
August 12, 2013
So friggin hot!
April 27, 2020
2nd read April 2020
1st read 6-16-14
Interesting. I am loving the Dark Riders.
1st read 6-16-14
Interesting. I am loving the Dark Riders.
January 20, 2015
2.5 stars
March 1, 2015
A M/M shifter book I didn't hate... Added an extra star for that.
February 25, 2015
I liked this book
I liked this book but I felt like it was missing something but I'm not quite sure what it was . Over all it was good read and I will read the next book !
I liked this book but I felt like it was missing something but I'm not quite sure what it was . Over all it was good read and I will read the next book !
August 2, 2013
2.5 Stars
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