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Dueling Dragons MC #1
The Lost Trucker
Faith Landon has always lived a simple life as the coal miner’s daughter. Growing up with two brothers she was always taught to never back down and never give in to anything. Then one day something happens that changes her life forever. Now faced with the choice of fight or flight, she leaves home and doesn’t look back.
Ryder Porter was born and bred to take over the DDMC, but one choice of a patched member fifteen years ago sends Ryder and the whole MC into turmoil. Now left to clean up the mess, Ryder finds himself alone and wanting more in his miserable life than the ‘Lollie's’ and whores. He sets his eyes on Faith. Ryder loves a chase, and Faith is not his usual easy conquest.
Faith’s never been one for giving in, but will Ryder be able to persuade Faith to give in to this temptation?
Releasing Early 2016!!
Ryder Porter was born and bred to take over the DDMC, but one choice of a patched member fifteen years ago sends Ryder and the whole MC into turmoil. Now left to clean up the mess, Ryder finds himself alone and wanting more in his miserable life than the ‘Lollie's’ and whores. He sets his eyes on Faith. Ryder loves a chase, and Faith is not his usual easy conquest.
Faith’s never been one for giving in, but will Ryder be able to persuade Faith to give in to this temptation?
Releasing Early 2016!!
207 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2013
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May 4, 2016
Well, naturally I give myself a 5 star rating but it is more like a 4.5 star. Reading this book from front to back with it being finished I think I could have gone a little bit more into detail of the subjects a little bit more. But honestly, for my first book I think I did a pretty kick ass job!! ;-)
So in all reality, damn good book!! Hot truckers & bikers oh sounds like a yummy time to me!! Buy the book & read it! You won't be disappointed!!
So in all reality, damn good book!! Hot truckers & bikers oh sounds like a yummy time to me!! Buy the book & read it! You won't be disappointed!!
October 11, 2013
Ok Ummm THIS BOOK WAS HORRIBLE!!! I don't understand why people thought it was good I just don't get it. I couldn't for the life of me get into this story is like romance for pre-K or something. Did I mention it was horrible.
November 24, 2013
I had high hopes for this book when reading the description of it but boy was I let down. Faith raised a coal miner's daughter with 2 older brothers. She ends up falling for her best boyfriend and ultimately betrayed by him with her best girlfriend. Make sense? Hope so. Anyway, we spend most of the book wondering why in the hell Faith is being so standoffish with Ryder (aka hot ass biker/truck driver). She doesn't want to open her heart to that kind of pain again. Mean while Ryder's sister is warning her off of Ryder cause he is bad news. WHAT?! Yeah, We don't find out until over half way through why she is warned off because he is VP of a MC and running illegal wears with his big rig, that his FATHER (president of MC) got him into. Long story short......Ryder has to finish paying the Russian Maffia off the debt his father left behind when he died. So he has this last run he needs to do and he's free and clear. Can we see the set up here???? yes something bad happens on this last run....can I tell you it all ends up well in the end? NO cause you have to wait until the next installment. SUCKS.
Overall, while I found it hard to believe that a VP of a MC (motorcycle club), womanizer, illegal outlaw type trucker would fall so easily for Faith....his character does grow on you. Faith....not so much. She sets off to find herself by leaving her home and taking off to parts unknown. She learns her trust fund has been frozen, calls home and finds out her father is ill and they need the money for his treatment. Does she go home??? NO Then when she finally does go home....she blasts the family for NOT contacting her to let her know that her father was so ill. COME ON!!! YOU told them NOT TO CONTACT you. Faith came off as a immature female that I had a hard time remembering that she was 22 yrs old. She just got on my nerves throughout the book.
**** Steamy Scenes****
Overall...they were just ok. Ryder being from a MC (that we don't see or hear from in the book) comes off as a romantic type that changes into a dominant in the bedroom.It seems false and forced IMO. His demeanor outside the bedroom does not match up with how he is inside the bedroom. I was like wait a minute here...And even then I was conflicted. He is patient with her in the beginning to all of a sudden popping of the ass while they are scrumping. Him demanding her to come on demand. If the book had been set up from the beginning of Ryder being a hardcore alpha dominant...then maybe I could believe the later scenes. But it wasn't set up like that.
The book was just ok for me..Will I read the novella about them? PRobably not. It just wasn't enough substance there to keep me coming back for more.
Overall, while I found it hard to believe that a VP of a MC (motorcycle club), womanizer, illegal outlaw type trucker would fall so easily for Faith....his character does grow on you. Faith....not so much. She sets off to find herself by leaving her home and taking off to parts unknown. She learns her trust fund has been frozen, calls home and finds out her father is ill and they need the money for his treatment. Does she go home??? NO Then when she finally does go home....she blasts the family for NOT contacting her to let her know that her father was so ill. COME ON!!! YOU told them NOT TO CONTACT you. Faith came off as a immature female that I had a hard time remembering that she was 22 yrs old. She just got on my nerves throughout the book.
**** Steamy Scenes****
Overall...they were just ok. Ryder being from a MC (that we don't see or hear from in the book) comes off as a romantic type that changes into a dominant in the bedroom.It seems false and forced IMO. His demeanor outside the bedroom does not match up with how he is inside the bedroom. I was like wait a minute here...And even then I was conflicted. He is patient with her in the beginning to all of a sudden popping of the ass while they are scrumping. Him demanding her to come on demand. If the book had been set up from the beginning of Ryder being a hardcore alpha dominant...then maybe I could believe the later scenes. But it wasn't set up like that.
The book was just ok for me..Will I read the novella about them? PRobably not. It just wasn't enough substance there to keep me coming back for more.
August 31, 2013
4 stars from me..I liked it's uniqueness, loved Faith's no filter mouth, the things that popped out were hilarious!!
My name is Faith and I am 21 years old; a fire-cracker redhead with a fierce attitude (NO SHIT)!!
She is feisty, sassy, and funny as hell!! I actually liked her character..And like her I wanted to bitch slap her best friend and kick the ex in the nuts!!(But she did it so much better)lol
All things Ryder was hotness overload!! He was a hard bugger at first to work out, and his back ground kind of threw me a curve ball which was totally unexpected..
A nice easy read..
My name is Faith and I am 21 years old; a fire-cracker redhead with a fierce attitude (NO SHIT)!!
She is feisty, sassy, and funny as hell!! I actually liked her character..And like her I wanted to bitch slap her best friend and kick the ex in the nuts!!(But she did it so much better)lol
All things Ryder was hotness overload!! He was a hard bugger at first to work out, and his back ground kind of threw me a curve ball which was totally unexpected..
A nice easy read..
February 10, 2014
Ok my lovelies.... You al know I love my MC books... Well this was a twist of one,.. It was an MC club/trucker story... Very SOA in theme... Guy inherits the club due to dead father... Has to clean up dad's mess with the Russians... Runs guns and drugs in the truck.... All was good... Meets the girl... The ONE..... She plays hard to get.. He fights hard for her... Luvvvvvvv.....Then.... A freaking cliffie!!!! Nooooo no no no no! I mean a huge cliffie..... Grrrrrrrrrrr. Knocked it down a star... :/. Luckily book two is out in the spring.... Is it spring yet???
August 31, 2013
It was alright... Just the way it's written, almost always saying the name of the person you're talking to in a conversation kinda gets irritating. Story was okay. Female's character, Faith Anne, I couldn't relate with. Ryder is a hot alpha, drives a truck but is doing this job for the biker club he belongs to. Sorry, Sex scenes was so so.... But this is just my take on the book. I hope book 2 is better.
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February 16, 2014DNF @ 68%
***ARC provided by author for an honest review***
***ARC provided by author for an honest review***
August 27, 2013
OMG Can I get a Ryder please???
Faith left home because she thought if she stayed she was going to go crazy. She left and ended up at Layla's door step. She met Layla when she went to see about a job at Layla's diner. On her way to fill out the application Faith was almost run over by a Truck LOL!!
A few hours later she returned to the diner and ended up with a job. As she was leaving she literally ran into Ryder. Yum!! He has tanned skin, tattoos and is built eve more yummy.
Ryder declared he was going to win Faith and her trust. Faith had a horrible break up and she swore off men. Well that was until Ryder showed up.
They really couldn't talk like they wanted to because Ryder is a truck driver so they have to work on his schedule. I will say that the first time they had sex you knew he was a dom and she liked it.
Ryder took Faith home so she could visit her dad, who she found out was sick. When she got home it was worse than she though. Oh boy was she pissed. Let me tell you what. I wouldn't want to cross faith. You know that saying don't mess with a Latina? Yeah well don't mess with a girl from the south. Faith is a spit fire, hell bent, wild chick.
I am not going to get into to much. I will say I loved the southern twang that was in the book. I am from the North so it was cool to read it. I can imagine her saying it to with her little ol' self.
I loved how Ryder took his time with her, how understanding he was of her needs. How he got along with her family and put it out there that she was it for him. I do have to say I was left with a HUH and How could you at the end. OH and What in the hell is going on. I can't wait for the next installment though.
Faith left home because she thought if she stayed she was going to go crazy. She left and ended up at Layla's door step. She met Layla when she went to see about a job at Layla's diner. On her way to fill out the application Faith was almost run over by a Truck LOL!!
A few hours later she returned to the diner and ended up with a job. As she was leaving she literally ran into Ryder. Yum!! He has tanned skin, tattoos and is built eve more yummy.
Ryder declared he was going to win Faith and her trust. Faith had a horrible break up and she swore off men. Well that was until Ryder showed up.
They really couldn't talk like they wanted to because Ryder is a truck driver so they have to work on his schedule. I will say that the first time they had sex you knew he was a dom and she liked it.
Ryder took Faith home so she could visit her dad, who she found out was sick. When she got home it was worse than she though. Oh boy was she pissed. Let me tell you what. I wouldn't want to cross faith. You know that saying don't mess with a Latina? Yeah well don't mess with a girl from the south. Faith is a spit fire, hell bent, wild chick.
I am not going to get into to much. I will say I loved the southern twang that was in the book. I am from the North so it was cool to read it. I can imagine her saying it to with her little ol' self.
I loved how Ryder took his time with her, how understanding he was of her needs. How he got along with her family and put it out there that she was it for him. I do have to say I was left with a HUH and How could you at the end. OH and What in the hell is going on. I can't wait for the next installment though.
September 12, 2014
Wow! Loved it, loved it, loved it. This is the authors FIRST book, I cannot believe how GOOD this is.
Let me tell you, this is professionally written, format superb, edited fantastically.
The front cover is great! It fits into the story so well. I am sure the author gave a lot of thought to the presentation of her book. Its like sitting down for a meal, you feast with your eyes first. Smell it, taste it, then you like the look of it and devour it. That is just what I did with this book.Truly professional.
Ryder, what secrets are behind him? Why did Faith Anne's heart get broken from her boyfriend of 6 years that made her leave her family and home town?
Read it and find out. Truly loveable people in this story. I loved it.
I am in awe to think this is her very first book. Can't wait for more.
I'm not going to go further into the story as it will spoil it and I don't like that myself.
I was given this by the author as an ARC, I am so glad I she did.
Let me tell you, this is professionally written, format superb, edited fantastically.
The front cover is great! It fits into the story so well. I am sure the author gave a lot of thought to the presentation of her book. Its like sitting down for a meal, you feast with your eyes first. Smell it, taste it, then you like the look of it and devour it. That is just what I did with this book.Truly professional.
Ryder, what secrets are behind him? Why did Faith Anne's heart get broken from her boyfriend of 6 years that made her leave her family and home town?
Read it and find out. Truly loveable people in this story. I loved it.
I am in awe to think this is her very first book. Can't wait for more.
I'm not going to go further into the story as it will spoil it and I don't like that myself.
I was given this by the author as an ARC, I am so glad I she did.
December 7, 2018
The book is about Faith deciding to leave her hometown because of stuff that happened with her ex boyfriend. She now finds a new place to live, and has a new job. She's finally taking care of herself. But things change when a trucker comes through who shows interest in her. He has a relation to an MC, and wants her as his but fears she won't accept the true him.
I really don't have a whole heck of a lot to say about this book. I just didn't like, and it wasn't for me. I wasn't a fan of the writing, and the dialogue between the characters just seemed forced, and cheesy. Not only that but I wasn't a fan of any of the characters either. I couldn't connect with anyone in the story. Then there was the fact that I felt there wasn't any real emotion in the book. None of the characters had much depth to them, and I was really frustrated with the whole thing. So I won't be continuing this series.
I really don't have a whole heck of a lot to say about this book. I just didn't like, and it wasn't for me. I wasn't a fan of the writing, and the dialogue between the characters just seemed forced, and cheesy. Not only that but I wasn't a fan of any of the characters either. I couldn't connect with anyone in the story. Then there was the fact that I felt there wasn't any real emotion in the book. None of the characters had much depth to them, and I was really frustrated with the whole thing. So I won't be continuing this series.
February 24, 2014
Can I Just start with saying I hate writing bad reviews? I just hate it. It drives me nuts to do this. I wish I could love every book I read, but I can't. I had a hard time connecting to this book. To me the writing felt rushed and choppy. It didn't flow as well as I needed it to. The plot and story line are a great idea, but it just didn't connect the way it should have. The Russians and the FBI, the MC, it all needed to be more detailed. that was missing and so it didn't flow like it should have. Sorry :(
September 1, 2013
I absolutely loved it!! I couldn't put it down. i can't wait for more Ryder!!!!
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February 18, 2014DNF @30%
**ARC provided for honest review**
January 14, 2016
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To be honest I don’t even know where to start with this review. I was expecting a ‘usual’ MC book and I got anything but and I LOVED it! It is so far from normal writing but brilliant all at the same time. In sucks you in and refuses to let you go until you read and digest every single last word that this book has and even when you finish you start looking for pages that you know aren’t there but you will check and check again just to make sure you haven’t missed anything.
I love MC books and sometimes the grime and gruel of them can become a little repetitive so if you want an MC book with a difference BUY THIS BOOK NOW!
It has bad boy Ryder who is hot as hell and knows what he wants and how to get it but mistakes made by his father (the late prez of duelling dragons MC) means that Ryder has to pay the price. Can he do this and carry on with his life aswell?
Faith is a small town country girl who has been with her first love for years she thinks her life is all planned out but then one fateful night all that changes and she has to start again! Is she strong enough to start from scratch?
Follow Ryder and Faith as they go through hell but can they come together at the end and be happy. Read the book to find out.
The writing flows beautifully from one word to the next it has both main characters POV but there are other characters to look out for too. The author has done an amazing job and I cannot wait to read book 2.
Please note there is a serious cliff hanger at the end but it is so worth it!
I rate this story 5 stars simply because I cant rate it any higher
To be honest I don’t even know where to start with this review. I was expecting a ‘usual’ MC book and I got anything but and I LOVED it! It is so far from normal writing but brilliant all at the same time. In sucks you in and refuses to let you go until you read and digest every single last word that this book has and even when you finish you start looking for pages that you know aren’t there but you will check and check again just to make sure you haven’t missed anything.
I love MC books and sometimes the grime and gruel of them can become a little repetitive so if you want an MC book with a difference BUY THIS BOOK NOW!
It has bad boy Ryder who is hot as hell and knows what he wants and how to get it but mistakes made by his father (the late prez of duelling dragons MC) means that Ryder has to pay the price. Can he do this and carry on with his life aswell?
Faith is a small town country girl who has been with her first love for years she thinks her life is all planned out but then one fateful night all that changes and she has to start again! Is she strong enough to start from scratch?
Follow Ryder and Faith as they go through hell but can they come together at the end and be happy. Read the book to find out.
The writing flows beautifully from one word to the next it has both main characters POV but there are other characters to look out for too. The author has done an amazing job and I cannot wait to read book 2.
Please note there is a serious cliff hanger at the end but it is so worth it!
I rate this story 5 stars simply because I cant rate it any higher
September 10, 2013
A Big Ten My Good Buddy!
This was a great story! It has a bit of everything in it and you find yourself rooting for the characters throughout.
Faith has had her fair share of bad luck and decides that she needs to leave her old life behind for a while and go off and find herself and become the woman that she is destined to be.
Along her journey she makes some good friends – Layla is one of them. She befriends Faith at a time when she needs a good friend and someone to be there for her for a change. Layla has her own story and I would love to read about that one day!
She also becomes friends with Ryder, who everyone is trying to warn her away from. She doesn’t make their friendship easy for him, but they do end up being friends. He helps her to find herself and grow as a person. AND he’s hot hot hot!
She has some confrontations when she goes to visit her old life and some more issues to deal with, but she is a lot stronger than when she left home. Go Faith!
Just as you think the story is coming to an end, it starts to pick up the pace and get really exciting and then ends on a cliffhanger which will leave you wanting more straight away.
Rose Dewallvin’s writing is amazing and I for one can’t wait to read more of Ryder, Faith and Layla. I will also be looking out for more Rose Dewallvin books to read in the future.
I give this book 5 stars all the way!
Enjoy!
This was a great story! It has a bit of everything in it and you find yourself rooting for the characters throughout.
Faith has had her fair share of bad luck and decides that she needs to leave her old life behind for a while and go off and find herself and become the woman that she is destined to be.
Along her journey she makes some good friends – Layla is one of them. She befriends Faith at a time when she needs a good friend and someone to be there for her for a change. Layla has her own story and I would love to read about that one day!
She also becomes friends with Ryder, who everyone is trying to warn her away from. She doesn’t make their friendship easy for him, but they do end up being friends. He helps her to find herself and grow as a person. AND he’s hot hot hot!
She has some confrontations when she goes to visit her old life and some more issues to deal with, but she is a lot stronger than when she left home. Go Faith!
Just as you think the story is coming to an end, it starts to pick up the pace and get really exciting and then ends on a cliffhanger which will leave you wanting more straight away.
Rose Dewallvin’s writing is amazing and I for one can’t wait to read more of Ryder, Faith and Layla. I will also be looking out for more Rose Dewallvin books to read in the future.
I give this book 5 stars all the way!
Enjoy!
September 14, 2013
**ARC provided by author in exchange for an honest review**
For a debut novel the author has done a great job.
Faith Anne is a feisty, gives as good as she gets lead female. I really like the character that Rose has created in Faith Anne. Faith Anne hasn’t had is easy, growing up with her Dad and two brothers. Feeling the need to get away from it all she leaves home to make her own way in the world and she literally bumps into Ryder.
Ryder is a member of a MC and is quite happy with his life until Faith Anne comes along and he realises he wants more. He finds managing his work and starting a new relationship tough going and it’s touch & go from the start right through this book.
Both the characters work really well together and you can see the connection between them. The other characters in the book serve a purpose and add to the storyline. The story flows well and the build-up to the end runs at a smooth pace.
The book does have you on the edge of your seat and I found it impossible to put down until I had finished it.
The Last Trucker does end on quite a cliff-hanger and it leaves you panting!
Looking forward to book #2 from Ryders POV.
For a debut novel the author has done a great job.
Faith Anne is a feisty, gives as good as she gets lead female. I really like the character that Rose has created in Faith Anne. Faith Anne hasn’t had is easy, growing up with her Dad and two brothers. Feeling the need to get away from it all she leaves home to make her own way in the world and she literally bumps into Ryder.
Ryder is a member of a MC and is quite happy with his life until Faith Anne comes along and he realises he wants more. He finds managing his work and starting a new relationship tough going and it’s touch & go from the start right through this book.
Both the characters work really well together and you can see the connection between them. The other characters in the book serve a purpose and add to the storyline. The story flows well and the build-up to the end runs at a smooth pace.
The book does have you on the edge of your seat and I found it impossible to put down until I had finished it.
The Last Trucker does end on quite a cliff-hanger and it leaves you panting!
Looking forward to book #2 from Ryders POV.
February 2, 2014
While reading Faith's Temptation I was drawn too her in ways I havne't been drawn to a book character in a long time...I felt her pain with all that she had been through. Because I had been there right where she had been in several parts of this book. She was smart and self motivated by the things she had been through in her life. She seemed to have a love-hate relationship with her brothers and a real love for the father that had done so much to make her feel special.Ryder on the other hand was a mess, he at times made me a little irritated with his attitude, However his soft side made me smile too where I could literally picture him doing the things that he did. He was relentless in his pursuit of what he wanted and made no bones about it and in doing so made his sister Layla take on the roll of both mom and best friend something that she seemed too not want to do.I thought this book was an amazing read and would recommend it to others. I give this book 5 stars because of the way it hit home in several place.
August 31, 2013
Sweet baby jesus Ryder, "I think you should stick around for a little while. I would love to get to know you. You can walk into me any day of the week." I mean my ovaries are in over-drive right now so demanding and bossy he is, "I will be back in two days. You will have dinner with me when I get back. I would love to get to know you." And he's PIERCED ladies holy hotness, "I run my hand down his chest lightly going over his nipples that I realize are pierced which is hot as hell." Couldn't agree more. I was upset about the ending and all the secrets Ryder has. If it didn't have a cliffhanger the book probably would have made my night.
September 5, 2013
This short steamy debut novel is a great start to a series and kicks off with a catching first chapter. It draws you in and keeps you reading. I was interested and felt enough of a connection to Faith to care about what the main character thought, and liked how she handled most situations. Considering it is a steamy romance and those are in my top ten "Don't read" list, I was surprised that it kept my interest and I didn't feel left out when I skipped over the sex scenes. For a first book, it was well done.
November 8, 2013
I received an ARC as a prize in a giveaway.
I liked the story, it's innovating presenting a main character who is a trucker, and a member of a MC but that side isn't very explored.
As I said the book was ok; it lacked depth on some of the dialogues but I understand it was the author's first book. On the first half the protagonist didn't give Ryder the time of the day, ignored him or thought he was bad news. But suddenly on the second half she can't get enough; so I found it a little disconnected.
Definitely going to read the next book.
I liked the story, it's innovating presenting a main character who is a trucker, and a member of a MC but that side isn't very explored.
As I said the book was ok; it lacked depth on some of the dialogues but I understand it was the author's first book. On the first half the protagonist didn't give Ryder the time of the day, ignored him or thought he was bad news. But suddenly on the second half she can't get enough; so I found it a little disconnected.
Definitely going to read the next book.
May 10, 2014
Faith's Temptation by Rose Dewallvin is a story of a biker who is repaying his father's debt and a small town girl who has left her family because of the hurt she endured by her long time boyfriend and those she trusted the most.
Faith's Temptation has been re-written but is still lacking. It was a struggle to captivate me and it took everything in me to finish. The plot needs more and characters moved too fast into their relationship. The story lacked a realistic emotion. It had potential but never turned the point you hope for in a book that makes you itch to read it.
Faith's Temptation has been re-written but is still lacking. It was a struggle to captivate me and it took everything in me to finish. The plot needs more and characters moved too fast into their relationship. The story lacked a realistic emotion. It had potential but never turned the point you hope for in a book that makes you itch to read it.
July 7, 2014
I got this book as a gift and I completely fell in love with Ryder!!! Good god!!! And I'm totally girl crushing on Faith! She is such a strong woman!!! Starting Ryder's Redemption now because it's killing me to see what happens next!!! I'm scared to death for them!!!
September 23, 2013
Really enjoyed this book was funny, hot and some sad moments .. hated how it ends and got to wait months till I can find out what happened .. but I did enjoy the story.. highly recommend :-)
November 15, 2013
Review to come...maybe
December 31, 2014
ARC provided by Author for an Honest Review
3.5 Stars
Have you ever read a MC book where the male lead is kind of a softie? Well, that’s pretty much the impression I got from Ryder. Sure he’s take charge and hot but there was nothing hardcore about him. I enjoyed the story but I think it was missing more depth. Seeing as it ends on a major cliff-hanger, much of the story is unfinished and I’m a bit upset about not knowing this little fact.
I enjoyed the story for the most part and read it in only a few hours. There was not too much serious mind blowing stuff going on so it was easy to read this and watch TV at the same time. Faith moves away from home after a surprising betrayal from her ex and best friend. Being surrounded by over protective brothers makes leaving easier for Faith and she just wants a chance to make a life for herself.
When she makes ten hours away she feels comfortable enough to sort through her ‘shit,’ that is until word from back home forces her to put more focus on the here and now. Living in a shabby motel is not exactly what Faith had planned but at least she’s near a diner, where she is lucky enough to find a job dealing with tourtist and truckers. This is how she meets Ryder. Ryder’s sister owns the diner where Faith works. Ryder couldn’t be happier to run into the angel he almost hit walking in the road. This was a hella case of insta-love/lust. Ryder wanted Faith before they ever spoke and even with his constant departures and Faith’s refusals, Ryder is determined that she will be his.
I just didn’t get a badass vibe from Ryder. In fact in many ways every time he explains his position in the club it’s justified by another reason or cause not his own. Sure he verbally manhandles Faith but he’s persistent with giving her the reality of their forthcoming relationship which Faith only barely counters.
There is always a fine line between bad and good. I know that sounds cheesy but when it comes to these MC books, most of us are OK with the men being true hardcore badasses. Often times they have killed, possible do or run drugs and treat women like recyclables. Ryder is many of these things and even so I still didn’t feel his badassness. He says he’s killed and he does other bad things but we never really get to see him in action, to get a feel of his true self in the club. I can only hope with the next installment we get to see Ryder in action.
Overall I know it seems like I I didn’t enjoy this book, but that is not the case. In fact I did enjoy the book and even though I wanted Ryder to lose his shit once in a while, Faith’s Temptation was a hot romantic read, with more romance and character evolvement than MC bad-ass-ness. I’m doubly mad that this book ended on such a cliff-hanger, I wish I would have known. In ways it makes more sense having read this knowing it will continue because so much was left out. But I look forward to what’s in store for both Ryder and Faith not to mention the dramatic ending that screams Danger, Abort, Abort!!
3.5 Stars
Have you ever read a MC book where the male lead is kind of a softie? Well, that’s pretty much the impression I got from Ryder. Sure he’s take charge and hot but there was nothing hardcore about him. I enjoyed the story but I think it was missing more depth. Seeing as it ends on a major cliff-hanger, much of the story is unfinished and I’m a bit upset about not knowing this little fact.
I enjoyed the story for the most part and read it in only a few hours. There was not too much serious mind blowing stuff going on so it was easy to read this and watch TV at the same time. Faith moves away from home after a surprising betrayal from her ex and best friend. Being surrounded by over protective brothers makes leaving easier for Faith and she just wants a chance to make a life for herself.
When she makes ten hours away she feels comfortable enough to sort through her ‘shit,’ that is until word from back home forces her to put more focus on the here and now. Living in a shabby motel is not exactly what Faith had planned but at least she’s near a diner, where she is lucky enough to find a job dealing with tourtist and truckers. This is how she meets Ryder. Ryder’s sister owns the diner where Faith works. Ryder couldn’t be happier to run into the angel he almost hit walking in the road. This was a hella case of insta-love/lust. Ryder wanted Faith before they ever spoke and even with his constant departures and Faith’s refusals, Ryder is determined that she will be his.
I just didn’t get a badass vibe from Ryder. In fact in many ways every time he explains his position in the club it’s justified by another reason or cause not his own. Sure he verbally manhandles Faith but he’s persistent with giving her the reality of their forthcoming relationship which Faith only barely counters.
There is always a fine line between bad and good. I know that sounds cheesy but when it comes to these MC books, most of us are OK with the men being true hardcore badasses. Often times they have killed, possible do or run drugs and treat women like recyclables. Ryder is many of these things and even so I still didn’t feel his badassness. He says he’s killed and he does other bad things but we never really get to see him in action, to get a feel of his true self in the club. I can only hope with the next installment we get to see Ryder in action.
Overall I know it seems like I I didn’t enjoy this book, but that is not the case. In fact I did enjoy the book and even though I wanted Ryder to lose his shit once in a while, Faith’s Temptation was a hot romantic read, with more romance and character evolvement than MC bad-ass-ness. I’m doubly mad that this book ended on such a cliff-hanger, I wish I would have known. In ways it makes more sense having read this knowing it will continue because so much was left out. But I look forward to what’s in store for both Ryder and Faith not to mention the dramatic ending that screams Danger, Abort, Abort!!
March 18, 2015
I like my MC books gritty and the grittier the better. Unfortunately, Faith’s Temptation is sorely lacking in the grit department. It’s so gritless, that when Faith and Ryder start making out on the beach – shortly after walking barefoot on said beach – he proceeds to lick and suck on her toes as part of their foreplay before they have sex. As someone who grew up in the Florida Panhandle and has been on several of the beaches along the Gulf Coast in Florida, Alabama and Mississippi, I found that scene very difficult to believe because Gulf Coast beach sand sticks to everything, especially in between the toes.
Sadly, this was not the only thing I found lacking in the book. The dialogue often felt stilted, especially between Ryder and Faith. Ryder’s sister Layla is the queen of mixed messages – she warns Ryder away from Faith, tells Faith that her brother is not a good man and she should avoid him, yet when Faith has a fashion emergency while getting ready for her first date with Ryder, Layla comes to the rescue with a halter-dress and heels. But most importantly, Ryder is not believable as the VP of an MC, especially as he tells Faith that he runs drugs and guns and has murdered people. He lacks the hardened edge that is typically associated with someone in his position; the fact that he seems to have no qualms in telling Faith that he loves her, will take care of her, and wants to marry her is at total odds with the outlaw biker/trucker personality he is supposed to possess. An alpha male he is not and as much as I hate to admit it, I found myself snickering at several of the sex scenes when the author attempted to portray Ryder is sexually dominant.
While I did enjoy Faith’s character more than Ryder’s, I found the speed at which her resolve to not date anyone crumbled when Ryder pursued her for date surprising – and by that I mean she agreed to a date after he asked her twice. However, she definitely redeemed herself when she confronted her ex-boyfriend Beau and her ex-best friend, Peggy Sue; now THAT was a scene that made up for her waffling. I also found the ending of the book to be quite enjoyable – and no, not because it was the end, but because of the situation Ryder finds himself in. It certainly sets the stage for the sequel
I was so excited to read this book because I remember reading the sample on Amazon when it was originally released under the title, The Lost Trucker, and being disappointed that it was no longer available for purchase when I was ready to read it. Unfortunately, Faith’s Temptation did not live up to its blurb’s potential and it was just an okay read for me. I can only hope that the next book in the series is better and fulfills the promise of the cliffhanger.
I received a complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
Reviewed by Angela at Crystal's Many Reviewers!
Sadly, this was not the only thing I found lacking in the book. The dialogue often felt stilted, especially between Ryder and Faith. Ryder’s sister Layla is the queen of mixed messages – she warns Ryder away from Faith, tells Faith that her brother is not a good man and she should avoid him, yet when Faith has a fashion emergency while getting ready for her first date with Ryder, Layla comes to the rescue with a halter-dress and heels. But most importantly, Ryder is not believable as the VP of an MC, especially as he tells Faith that he runs drugs and guns and has murdered people. He lacks the hardened edge that is typically associated with someone in his position; the fact that he seems to have no qualms in telling Faith that he loves her, will take care of her, and wants to marry her is at total odds with the outlaw biker/trucker personality he is supposed to possess. An alpha male he is not and as much as I hate to admit it, I found myself snickering at several of the sex scenes when the author attempted to portray Ryder is sexually dominant.
While I did enjoy Faith’s character more than Ryder’s, I found the speed at which her resolve to not date anyone crumbled when Ryder pursued her for date surprising – and by that I mean she agreed to a date after he asked her twice. However, she definitely redeemed herself when she confronted her ex-boyfriend Beau and her ex-best friend, Peggy Sue; now THAT was a scene that made up for her waffling. I also found the ending of the book to be quite enjoyable – and no, not because it was the end, but because of the situation Ryder finds himself in. It certainly sets the stage for the sequel
I was so excited to read this book because I remember reading the sample on Amazon when it was originally released under the title, The Lost Trucker, and being disappointed that it was no longer available for purchase when I was ready to read it. Unfortunately, Faith’s Temptation did not live up to its blurb’s potential and it was just an okay read for me. I can only hope that the next book in the series is better and fulfills the promise of the cliffhanger.
I received a complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
Reviewed by Angela at Crystal's Many Reviewers!
February 21, 2014
***ARC was provided by author in exchange for an honest review***
Faith’s Temptation is not your typical biker book, and I’m still torn as to whether or not its differences made for a better story or just a different one. Most motorcycle club books I’ve read are gritty and action packed due to the biker environment. That is not the case in this text because even though Ryder is a part of the Dueling Dragons MC, the vice president elect nonetheless, there are only a few scenes that focus on that lifestyle. Ryder is making amends for his father’s indiscretions, so he’s actually a truck driver transporting drugs for the Russians his father deceived. So, there’s really none of the no holds barred, reckless behavior that usually occurs in a motorcycle club. Ryder definitely looks the part of a biker, but the biker attitude is only shown sporadically throughout the text, mostly when he takes control during sex or talks with his biker buddies. For most of the story, readers see a softer side of him – the side that sees Faith as his soul mate – the one he plans to be with for the rest of his life.
Faith and Ryder getting to know one another and building their relationship is what drives this story, and although I’m glad that it is more relationship centered, I kind of missed the angst and dramatics…Ryder explains to Faith that he has killed and done other things that he is not proud of, but readers never get to see that side of him, so I feel like I don’t have a complete picture of Ryder, which takes away from the story a bit. The emphasis on their developing relationship also slows the story down at times, but I’m pretty sure it’s meant to so that when readers are hit with the cliff hanger at the end, they can anticipate that the action will pick up in book 2.
I really like Faith’s character, but like Ryder, I need more insight into what makes her who she is. She leaves her hometown to get away from her cheating ex, and it makes sense that she is hesitant with Ryder because she doesn’t want to get hurt again, but the mixed signals she sends him are excruciating at times. I will say though that girl power moment that Faith has really makes up for some of her childlike acts.
Overall, Faith’s Temptation works as the first part of a series. It provides enough backstory and storyline to set the stage for what will happen in book 2. It will be interesting to see how everything works out for Faith and Ryder. I hope that Ryder’s sister, Layla, is back because she loves both Faith and Ryder, but she also sees the dangers of them being together due to Ryder’s past. Good thing readers won’t have to wait too long to find out what happens next for Faith and Ryder.
3.5/4 poison apples (The Fairest of All Book Reviews)
Faith’s Temptation is not your typical biker book, and I’m still torn as to whether or not its differences made for a better story or just a different one. Most motorcycle club books I’ve read are gritty and action packed due to the biker environment. That is not the case in this text because even though Ryder is a part of the Dueling Dragons MC, the vice president elect nonetheless, there are only a few scenes that focus on that lifestyle. Ryder is making amends for his father’s indiscretions, so he’s actually a truck driver transporting drugs for the Russians his father deceived. So, there’s really none of the no holds barred, reckless behavior that usually occurs in a motorcycle club. Ryder definitely looks the part of a biker, but the biker attitude is only shown sporadically throughout the text, mostly when he takes control during sex or talks with his biker buddies. For most of the story, readers see a softer side of him – the side that sees Faith as his soul mate – the one he plans to be with for the rest of his life.
Faith and Ryder getting to know one another and building their relationship is what drives this story, and although I’m glad that it is more relationship centered, I kind of missed the angst and dramatics…Ryder explains to Faith that he has killed and done other things that he is not proud of, but readers never get to see that side of him, so I feel like I don’t have a complete picture of Ryder, which takes away from the story a bit. The emphasis on their developing relationship also slows the story down at times, but I’m pretty sure it’s meant to so that when readers are hit with the cliff hanger at the end, they can anticipate that the action will pick up in book 2.
I really like Faith’s character, but like Ryder, I need more insight into what makes her who she is. She leaves her hometown to get away from her cheating ex, and it makes sense that she is hesitant with Ryder because she doesn’t want to get hurt again, but the mixed signals she sends him are excruciating at times. I will say though that girl power moment that Faith has really makes up for some of her childlike acts.
Overall, Faith’s Temptation works as the first part of a series. It provides enough backstory and storyline to set the stage for what will happen in book 2. It will be interesting to see how everything works out for Faith and Ryder. I hope that Ryder’s sister, Layla, is back because she loves both Faith and Ryder, but she also sees the dangers of them being together due to Ryder’s past. Good thing readers won’t have to wait too long to find out what happens next for Faith and Ryder.
3.5/4 poison apples (The Fairest of All Book Reviews)
March 9, 2014
4 1/2 STAR THOUGHTS
Who doesn't love a hot, sexy, confident biker? I know I do! And Ryder is that and so much more! You can't help but fall for the bad boy, especially when he is just so. . .*sigh* sweet! This is one of those books that you just have to keep reading because you aren't sure where the story is going to go next!
"Live by the cut and die by the cut. That's the Dueling Dragons way of life, so I obey it."
Ryder is the golden boy of the Dueling Dragons MC. He loves riding and being in the MC, just like his father. But for the last few years he has been driving his big rig most of the time. And although he loves his truck (sexiest trucker EVER) and knows he has to, he can't wait to be done with his runs. While visiting his sister, he meets Faith, and from that moment he knows she will be his. He is use to always getting what he wants, especially with women. But she is not convinced.
"I told ya sweetheart, I never give up and besides I already know that WHEN I have my way, my arms will be the only ones you will allow to hold you."
Faith is running from her past. She once was a simple farmer's daughter with the best brothers, until one day something happened that forever changed her. Feeling lost and confused, she ran. On her journey she ends up working at Layla's (Ryder's sister) truck stop diner. When she meets Ryder, he makes it clear that she will be his. But Faith is not giving in so easily.
"Faith, stop being so scared about everything. I am not going to hurt you. You're safe with me, I promise."
Once Faith finally starts to let Ryder in, they have an intense and consuming relationship. They fit together and balance each other out. But can Faith learn to face her past and let it go? And Ryder is scared that he is going to leave on a run and she won't be there when he gets back? But sometimes things happen that you didn't even see coming. . .
"Faith, you're mine and you will always be mine."
I couldn't put this book down because I just had to know what was going to happen next. I loved getting both Faith & Ryder's POV, it made the story that much more addicting! Layla, Ryder's sister, is bad-ass momma bear and I LOVED her and her personality! Although it holds your attention it is a little slow paced at times and I wanted more of the MC side of the story! But overall it is a great story and very well written and I am anxious to read what is going to happen next for Ryder & Faith!!
Who doesn't love a hot, sexy, confident biker? I know I do! And Ryder is that and so much more! You can't help but fall for the bad boy, especially when he is just so. . .*sigh* sweet! This is one of those books that you just have to keep reading because you aren't sure where the story is going to go next!
"Live by the cut and die by the cut. That's the Dueling Dragons way of life, so I obey it."
Ryder is the golden boy of the Dueling Dragons MC. He loves riding and being in the MC, just like his father. But for the last few years he has been driving his big rig most of the time. And although he loves his truck (sexiest trucker EVER) and knows he has to, he can't wait to be done with his runs. While visiting his sister, he meets Faith, and from that moment he knows she will be his. He is use to always getting what he wants, especially with women. But she is not convinced.
"I told ya sweetheart, I never give up and besides I already know that WHEN I have my way, my arms will be the only ones you will allow to hold you."
Faith is running from her past. She once was a simple farmer's daughter with the best brothers, until one day something happened that forever changed her. Feeling lost and confused, she ran. On her journey she ends up working at Layla's (Ryder's sister) truck stop diner. When she meets Ryder, he makes it clear that she will be his. But Faith is not giving in so easily.
"Faith, stop being so scared about everything. I am not going to hurt you. You're safe with me, I promise."
Once Faith finally starts to let Ryder in, they have an intense and consuming relationship. They fit together and balance each other out. But can Faith learn to face her past and let it go? And Ryder is scared that he is going to leave on a run and she won't be there when he gets back? But sometimes things happen that you didn't even see coming. . .
"Faith, you're mine and you will always be mine."
I couldn't put this book down because I just had to know what was going to happen next. I loved getting both Faith & Ryder's POV, it made the story that much more addicting! Layla, Ryder's sister, is bad-ass momma bear and I LOVED her and her personality! Although it holds your attention it is a little slow paced at times and I wanted more of the MC side of the story! But overall it is a great story and very well written and I am anxious to read what is going to happen next for Ryder & Faith!!
February 19, 2014
Faith's Temptation is a sexy MC story with a little twist. Not only is Ryder the VP of a MC, he is also a truck driver.
The story starts out with Faith enduring an emotionally traumatic event back home so she packs her bags and leaves, making a new home for herself in a run down hotel room. When her accounts are frozen by her brothers back home, Faith goes out in search of a job. That is how she finds herself waiting tables at a truck stop diner.
Ryder is the VP of of a motorcycle club, inheriting his seat from his father. Now being the VP, Ryder is forced to make runs in the truck for the Russians to clear old debt created by his father. From the beginning you can tell that Ryder isn't into this life and he is looking forward to his last run. On his way to visit his sister at her diner, he almost runs Faith over.
And so the story begins. Im not a huge fan of insta-love but Dewallvin was able to pull it off pretty well. Ryder knew the moment he saw her he had to have her. Faith has a brick wall wrapped around her heart....twice! She does everything in her power to ward off the advances that Ryder makes but his looks and charm eventually win her over.
Ryder is such a sweetheart. He's done everything in power to prove to Faith he can be the man that she deserves and that he wont hurt her. I love that Faith kept her head on straight and didn't immediately succumb to his advances. She is strong minded, determined and brave.
So we get to the end of the story and im hoping and praying the Ryder and Faith will get their happy ever after and then BAM!!!! Smacked in the face with a cliffhanger. My heart hurt for Faith and Ryder and my nerves were fried at the end of this story. I am not-so-patiently looking forward to book two. I did hear that it isnt too far away though. I gave this story 4 stars.
The story starts out with Faith enduring an emotionally traumatic event back home so she packs her bags and leaves, making a new home for herself in a run down hotel room. When her accounts are frozen by her brothers back home, Faith goes out in search of a job. That is how she finds herself waiting tables at a truck stop diner.
Ryder is the VP of of a motorcycle club, inheriting his seat from his father. Now being the VP, Ryder is forced to make runs in the truck for the Russians to clear old debt created by his father. From the beginning you can tell that Ryder isn't into this life and he is looking forward to his last run. On his way to visit his sister at her diner, he almost runs Faith over.
And so the story begins. Im not a huge fan of insta-love but Dewallvin was able to pull it off pretty well. Ryder knew the moment he saw her he had to have her. Faith has a brick wall wrapped around her heart....twice! She does everything in her power to ward off the advances that Ryder makes but his looks and charm eventually win her over.
Ryder is such a sweetheart. He's done everything in power to prove to Faith he can be the man that she deserves and that he wont hurt her. I love that Faith kept her head on straight and didn't immediately succumb to his advances. She is strong minded, determined and brave.
So we get to the end of the story and im hoping and praying the Ryder and Faith will get their happy ever after and then BAM!!!! Smacked in the face with a cliffhanger. My heart hurt for Faith and Ryder and my nerves were fried at the end of this story. I am not-so-patiently looking forward to book two. I did hear that it isnt too far away though. I gave this story 4 stars.
February 23, 2014
Faith Ann has always lived a simple life. One where she had a great boyfriend, her brothers, her best friend, and her father. One day, that all changes Faith and she leaves her small town in Alabama and heads to Kentucky. She doesn't know when she will be returning home, or even if that is going to be an option for her. She needed to get away and that's exactly what she did.
What she didn't count on was her dad and brother freezing her bank account so she would have no access to any money. This forces her to go out and look for a job in order to survive. It's here that she finds herself in a truck stop diner and it's here that she literally runs into a man named Ryder. Ryder is the VP of the DDMC and drives a rig. Right away he's drawn to her and she's drawn to him but Faith's been hurt before and doesn't want to give her heart away again after what happened.
Ryder is determined to show Faith that she is worthy of love and whether or not she wants it, she will be his. But Ryder has a lot riding on the next few runs for the MC. Still paying a debt for what his father did, Ryder is confined to driving the Rig for the MC. All he wants is the open road and his girl on his bike, but he must first complete the runs for the club to clear the debt that's owed. Can Ryder show Faith that he's one temptation she should give in to? Can Faith learn to trust Ryder.
I read this book almost nonstop. It was different from a lot of the other MC novels I have read lately. I did scratch my head a little bit though because Ryder isn't like your typical bad boy, he's so sweet to her and it makes me want to see if he has another side to him or if this is how he acts towards all women. This book left me intrigued to read more, and I look forward to reading the next book in the series, I give it 4 stars.
***ARC provided by author in exchange for a honest review***
What she didn't count on was her dad and brother freezing her bank account so she would have no access to any money. This forces her to go out and look for a job in order to survive. It's here that she finds herself in a truck stop diner and it's here that she literally runs into a man named Ryder. Ryder is the VP of the DDMC and drives a rig. Right away he's drawn to her and she's drawn to him but Faith's been hurt before and doesn't want to give her heart away again after what happened.
Ryder is determined to show Faith that she is worthy of love and whether or not she wants it, she will be his. But Ryder has a lot riding on the next few runs for the MC. Still paying a debt for what his father did, Ryder is confined to driving the Rig for the MC. All he wants is the open road and his girl on his bike, but he must first complete the runs for the club to clear the debt that's owed. Can Ryder show Faith that he's one temptation she should give in to? Can Faith learn to trust Ryder.
I read this book almost nonstop. It was different from a lot of the other MC novels I have read lately. I did scratch my head a little bit though because Ryder isn't like your typical bad boy, he's so sweet to her and it makes me want to see if he has another side to him or if this is how he acts towards all women. This book left me intrigued to read more, and I look forward to reading the next book in the series, I give it 4 stars.
***ARC provided by author in exchange for a honest review***
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