Rebellious

LA Defiance MC #3

by K.E. Osborn

My life hasn’t always been about togetherness.
It was heavy with separation, torn ruthlessly from the people I love.
A parent going to jail for murdering the other, sent my life into a downward spiral.
I had no choice but to adjust.

Trying to fight my way out from the people I found myself tangled with, a saving grace came in the form of a biker. He took me in. Became my mentor and showed me how good life could be with the right people surrounding me.

As a prospect of this club, my job is to keep my head down, respect the rules, and do my time until I earn my patch. The problem is that Rhyan, the club’s princess, is one hundred percent off-limits.

Out of respect for the man who saved and mentored me, I try to keep my distance from Rhyan—his daughter. To go near her is forbidden. So, I make an effort to remain her friend. After all, I am the club rebel, and she is my complete opposite in every way. Yet, somehow, those differences make us stronger.

Our connection grows every day, and it’s becoming impossible to fight. But a blast from my past is set on ensuring that everyone I love suffers for my sins.

From USA Today Bestselling Author K E Osborn comes the highly desired Third book in the LA Defiance MC Series.
This is a friends-to-lovers, opposites attract, forbidden romance, and can be read as a standalone.

Genres: Romance, Slow Burn, Friends To Lovers, Love, Family

297 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 12, 2024

About the author

With a flair for all things creative, USA Today Bestselling Author K E Osborn, is drawn to the written word. Exciting worlds and characters flow through her veins, coming to life on the page as she laughs, cries, and becomes enveloped in the storyline right along with you. She's entirely at home when writing sassy heroines and alpha males that rise from the ashes of their pasts.

K E Osborn comforts herself with tea and Netflix, after all, who doesn't love a good binge?

Explosive. Addictive. Romance. www.keosbornauthor.com

Reviews

[Doris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic!!!

This is a one click read that is a MC must read. Noah had a horrific childhood tearing him from his mom and throwing him in the system meeting vile people. Now one of those foster brothers is coming for him even if Atlas has to threaten Noah’s mom.

Noah just wants his patch within Defiance MC proving to not only himself but to Dutch, the man who sponsored him. Dutch is also the father of Ryann a club princess who Noah has eyes for.

Even though Noah is known for making some bad decisions he needs Defiance MC. I love the respect he had for Dutch and the way that he and Ryann formed a friendship getting ready for their next step.

This book had it all for me. I loved the suspense, steam and all of the emotions that this author brought out in this book. I highly recommend Rebellious.

[Maria · Rating 4 out of 5]

ARC REVIEW - out today!

I really enjoyed this one! This is the third in a series but can be read as a standalone.

I ARC read the second book in this series so when I found out the third was coming out, I ran to sign up for this.

This follows Noah and Rhyan. Rhyan is off limits because she is the daughter of the man who saved his life. Although this is forbidden, they still can’t seem to stay away from each other.

I loved Noah’s story and his relationship with his mom…and the way Rhyan supported this? Absolutely loved!

[Laura Fabian · Rating 5 out of 5]

ARC kindly provided in exchange for an honest review

I have my first favorite couple from LA Defiance! Noah & Rhyan gave a different and charming touch to the series with their story and I really enjoyed reading them, I also think that their plot, although a little lighter at times, was very entertaining and interesting, also, this story let me see a little more of the personalities of some of the club members and that made me VERY happy.

Rhyan is the princess of LA Defiance, a girl who loves and lives for the club, BUT thanks to that she also feels overprotected by her dad and a little captive when he prevents her from participating in the action, however, Rhy is a strong, brave girl, with a big heart and determination to be part of Defiance, and I loved the way the author helped her achieve that goal: choosing one of the most interesting careers a heroine has had so far. I loved Rhyan from start to finish, especially because in this book K.E. showed a different side of her and because we were able to learn a little about her parents' love story as well.

Noah is a character that stole my attention from the beginning of the series and I didn't expect to be able to read him so soon, his personal story was heartbreaking from the beginning, and although I expected the situation with his mother to have another ending, I really enjoyed reading a Noah who takes care of those he loves, loyal, kind-hearted and with an adorable side that made me fall in love. I also really enjoyed reading his relationship with the different members of the club, especially his friendship with Maverick, and how important Dutch, Rhyan's father, has been in his life, which is why he feels guilty when he starts to fall in love with her.

Rhyan & Noah have several obstacles in their relationship, but they are one of my favorite couples because despite that, they are so tender, sweet and adorable when it comes to making each other happy, they share moments that melted my heart and made me fall in love with them, also, I really enjoyed reading Noah confiding his past to Rhyan, and her finding the strength to face her dad in their relationship.

🏍️Noah: 5/5
🔥Rhyan: 5/5
🏍️Plot: 4.5/5
🔥Love story: 5/5
🏍️Secondary characters: 5/5
🔥Universe: 5/5
🏍️Cover: 5/5
🌶️: 2/5

ARC amablemente proporcionada a cambio de una reseña honesta

Tengo a mi primer pareja favorita de LA Defiance! Noah & Rhyan le dieron un toque diferente y encantador a la serie con su historia y disfruté mucho leyéndolos, también creo que su trama, aunque un poco más ligera por momentos, fue muy entretenida e interesante, además, está historia me dejó ver un poco más de las personalidades de algunos de los miembros del club y eso me hizo MUY feliz.

Rhyan es la princesa de LA Defiance, una chica que ama y vive para el club, PERO que gracias a eso también se siente sobreprotegida por su papá y un poco cautiva cuando él le impide participar en la acción, sin embargo, Rhy es una chica fuerte, valiente, con un gran corazón y determinación para formar parte de Defiance, y me encantó la forma en la que la autora la ayudó a conseguir ese objetivo: eligiendo una de las carreras más interesantes que una heroína ha tenido hasta ahora. Rhyan me encantó de principio a fin, especialmente porque en este libro K.E. mostró un lado distinto de ella y porque pudimos conocer un poquito sobre la historia de amor de sus papás también.

Noah es un personaje que se robó mi atención desde el principio de la serie y no esperaba poder leerlo tan pronto, su historia personal fue desgarradora desde el principio, y aunque esperaba que la situación con su mamá tuviera otro final, me gustó mucho leer a un Noah que cuida de los que ama, leal, de buen corazón y con un lado adorable que me enamoró. También me gustó mucho leer su relación con los diferentes miembros del club, especialmente su amistad con Maverick, y lo importante que Dutch, papá de Rhyan, ha sido en su vida, razón por la cual se siente culpable cuando empieza a enamorarse de ella.

Rhyan & Noah tienen varios obstáculos en su relación, pero son una de mis parejas favoritas porque a pesar de eso son demasiado tiernos, dulces y adorables cuando se trata de hacer feliz al otro, comparten momentos que me derritieron el corazón y que me hicieron enamorarme junto a ellos, además, me gustó mucho leer a Noah confiándole su pasado a Rhyan, y a ella encontrando la fuerza para enfrentar a su papá en su relación.

🏍️Noah: 5/5
🔥Rhyan: 5/5
🏍️Trama: 4.5/5
🔥Historia de amor: 5/5
🏍️Personajes secundarios: 5/5
🔥Universo: 5/5
🏍️Portada: 5/5
🌶️: 2/5

[Stefanie Kral · Rating 5 out of 5]

✯✯5 Forbidden Filled Stars!!!✯✯

K. E. Osborn has written another grand slam with Noah Drake and Rhyan Bennett being the two main players in this story. This is your friends-to-lovers and add in a VERY forbidden romance thanks to Rhyan’s Dad Dutch, who just happens to be the guy who took Noah under his wing and brought him into Defiance and is considered the club’s Wise One. Then add an old foster brother who was a straight up bully who has always had an issue with making your life miserable.

Noah’s childhood was far from perfect. His father was violent and the worst of the worst and Noah and his mom were his victims. The night they had enough and stood up for themselves they ended up being separated by his mom ended up getting life in prison and Noah was sent to foster home after foster home.

Just as Noah was inches from hitting rock bottom Dutch was there to stop him from hitting the ground and offered him another route. Jon Defiance MC as a prospect earn the patch and he’ll have a family, brothers for life. Noah didn’t think twice about it until he laid his eyes on Rhyan. She is Ditch’s daughter and she is the club’s Princess and she’s off limits to everyone ESP him since he’s just a prospect.

Rhyan grew up in Defiance. It’s a huge part of who she is and that’s why she’s going to school to learn how to clean up crime scenes Bc it’ll help Defiance. Her dad is not afraid to let anyone know to keep away from her ESP Noah.

But, no matter how hard they try to keep their distance from each other the harder it is to do. They’re friends and they enjoy each other’s company and they try to hang out with each other as much as possible without Dutch figuring it out and going off.

It’s Rhyan’s 21th birthday and her, Sadie, Maverick and Noah come up with a plan to go to New York City with her dad’s approval.

Rhyan was having the BEST time until it almost went sideways. Noah’s foster brother had them followed and when Noah and Maverick were confronted things got outta control. When Rhyan and Noahs mom’s lives were threatened he didn’t take that lightly.

Rhyan steps up and takes what she has learned to clean up the mess. Making her and Sadie an accessory but she doesn’t blink or think twice Bc she wants to be beside Noah throughout anything.

Noah knows that he’s put a target on his mom, on the club but mostly on Rhyan and he loves her way to much to let her be in danger so he has to do the one thing that he never wants to do. He’s gotta leave Defiance. He’s gotta leave his mom. Then, he’s gotta tell Dutch what happened in NYC and deal with whatever punishment Dutch wants including leaving Rhyan and that’s the worst part.

But, Noah vows to do whatever he has too to make sure that his mom, Defiance and Rhyan most importantly are safe and out of danger no matter what it takes.

I have loved every single Defiance MC book from every single chapter from Chicago, Houston, NOLA and all Royal Bastards and Baton Rouge. But, Noah’s story was heartbreaking. There was a phone call with him and his mom that I was in tears reading it unfold and just wanted to give him a hug Bc out of all the bikers K. E. Osborn has written about Noah was the one who I thought needed a hug and he desperately deserved his own HEA. I’m so glad that he had Rhyan in his corner and that she wasn’t afraid to back down to anyone to have his back. Not even her dad.

I’m excited for the next book in this series Bc K. E. Osborn is SO SO good at writing stories and just as the main characters are getting/enjoying their HEA boom….. Something happens and you’re left going WTF and running to Amazon to see if the next book is on preorder Bc you have to get a countdown started Bc you’re already stoked for the next book and she did it again.

[Marivel (marislitcorner) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rebellious is a fast-paced friends to lovers romance. The story follows Rhyan Bennett and Noah Drake, who have been mutually pining for each other. Now, Rhyan grew up in the LA Defiance MC and is the club princess. Meanwhile, Noah is a prospect on the verge of getting patched in if it wasn’t for all his shenanigans. Rhyan and Noah’s romance was sweet but not without obstacles, one being Rhyan’s dad, Dutch, who is overprotective of his daughter and weary of Noah’s intentions.

Rhyan was a force to be reckoned with. She was fierce, smart, and wasn’t afraid to get her hands bloody (literally). I loved Rhyan’s dedication to the MC and how she stood up for what she wanted, especially standing up for Noah. Noah was an absolute sweetheart despite his recklessness, which made him more endearing to me. He was protective of those he loved and loyal to a fault. I adored the interactions between Rhyan and Noah, seeing them get all tongue-tied around each other. And I absolutely loved when they went all in with each other.

Rebellious was such a sweet story and had a nice blend of spice and action-packed moments. It was great being back in the LA Defiance MC’s world and seeing the past couples. I’m looking forward to continuing the series and, hopefully, continuing to see a particular side character, whose story I feel needs a HEA.

[Robyn Corcoran · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a fantastic book! This third book in the LA Defiance MC series is simply incredible. I don’t know how this author keeps writing such creative and exciting stories, but she always hits the top tier!

Noah is a prospect in the club after Dutch, The Wise One, brought him into the club. He’s known for his rebellious ways of not thinking before he acts! But he’s a great young guy who’s had a tough life.

Rhyan is Dutch’s daughter, the club princess, and off-limits. She is a great young woman who is embedded in club life, even studying to be a forensic trauma cleaner. She will be a handy helper for the club, which has quite a few crime scenes.

Both Rhyan and Noah feel the amazing chemistry between them and, after a year, finally admit it. However, Noah knows it can go nowhere. 😢

Once again, this story had me on an emotional roller coaster. I laughed and felt tremendous pride, heartache, and worry, too. I’m not afraid to admit a few stray tears rolled down my face.

This fast-paced story has plenty of action and drama to keep readers entertained. It ends with a few unanswered questions that I am desperate to know. 🤣 It’s not a cliffhanger, just a tease into the next book.

[Ana_books_and_stuff · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the 3rd book in the LA Defiance MC series and let me tell you it is fantastic.

Noah melted my heart and made me feel a rollercoaster of emotions that I wasn't expecting.

All the books in this series are full of action, tension and suspense, but in this one I was betrayed by emotion, I must confess that tears rolled copiously from my eyes. It was something I really didn't expect.

Noah and Rhyan's story is worthy of swoon, the way Noah watches over and protects Rhyan is just enough to leave your eyes full of hearts. Even though he is a disaster magnet, things are always happening to him, and his past comes after him, he faces it head on.

But Rhyan isn't far behind, despite being the princess of the club and having her demons, she is fearless and doesn't let herself be stopped and is ready to fight for what she wants.

I devoured this book and embarked on this journey full throttle, who doesn't like seeing a tough biker doing everything for his dragonfly...

Tropes:
💙Alpha Hero
🏍Angsty
💙Bad Boy
🏍Emotional Scars
💙Forbidden
🏍Found Family
💙Friends to Lovers
🏍Good Girl
💙HEA

[Barbara · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book had me hooked from the very start. As a young boy, Noah knew a mother’s love and a father’s brutality. His life gets turned inside out and he is eventually found and saved by LA Defiance MC. He is now a prospect and will do anything for his brothers. But the club is also where he met Rhyan, a club princess. Not just any princess either, she is the daughter of the man that found him on the streets and brought him into the club.

Watching Noah tiptoe around his feelings, because he knows in his heart he’s not good enough for her, was heartbreaking. But watching him grow into the man he was always meant to be will blow you away. At least it did this reader. I highly recommend grabbing up Rebellions ASAP, you won’t regret it.

2 Thumbs Up and 5+ Stars

[World Of Books 65 · Rating 5 out of 5]

K E Osborn delivers yet another gripping masterpiece with Rebellious the third book in the LA Defiance MC Series. From the very first page, this emotional and captivating MC romance draws you in, and by the end, you’ll find yourself holding a special place in your heart for Noah, the book's magnetic male lead. As a young prospect for the Defiance MC, Noah’s backstory is both heart-wrenching and inspiring, making you root for him every step of the way as he fights for his happily-ever-after with Ryhan, the club princess and daughter of the president.

This friends-to-lovers tale is unique, set against the backdrop of Ms Osborn’s signature suspense that keeps you on edge. While the romance between Noah and Ryhan is undeniably compelling, it’s Noah’s journey that truly stands out add in the unmistakable chemistry between the pair Rebellious is yet another testament to K E Osborn's talent for crafting unforgettable stories within the MC world.

[Kamila Mykhailiuk · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! I absolutely loved this book. Amazing characters and wonderful plot. Very beautifully written and easy to read.

Noah had a horrible childhood and that torn him from his mother and thrown him into the system. He met Dutch, who took him in and mentored him. Now, Noah just waits to be patched in within Defiance MC. He is friends with Rhyan, Dutch’s daughter. She is completely off-limits and out of respect to Dutch he remains only friends with her even though he wants more. They more they spend together the more lines between friendship and something more blur. But when Noah’s past catches up to him he will do anything in his power to protect those he loves.

Overall I loved this book very much. If you’re looking for a friends to lovers, opposites attract, motorcycle club, forbidden romance then you’re going to love it.

[Phyllis Wolford · Rating 5 out of 5]

This a good continuation of the Defiance MC. The characters of this book are both young and are attracted to each other and both try to fight it because of the club.
Noah has had a hard life and is keeping his head down and trying to patch into the MC. His attention is caught by one of the members daughter, so she is off limits, doesn’t stop him from looking and hoping.
Ryan is a club princess, but doesn’t act like it. He father is very protective of her, and wants to lock her up in a glass box and keep her with him forever, typical daddy.
They both dance around each other, but soon are a team, which brings its own set of problems.
Noah is a screw-up magnet and he can’t seem to avoid landing in deep crap, but he always comes out a little bit cleaner, then when going in..
Their love is amazing to watch and to root for them. They are truly a match made in heaven.

[Dana 🦋 · Rating 3 out of 5]

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶🌶

I love MC romances. It's honestly one of my top 3 ever. That said, this was a good read. I haven't read books 1 & 2 but as this was a standalone it was really needed to follow the story.

Rhyan (love this name!!) is an okay FMC. Not my favorite but she's okay.

Sweet sweet Noah on the other hand I loved so much. Poor baby has gone through so much in his life that it's obvious he would be a rebellious guy. That's to be expected. But he's also genuine and open hearted and would give up everything for the people he loves and who doesn't love a MMC like that?

I enjoyed the evolution of their relationship. This was nice & fun to read.

[Dana Busenbark · Rating 4 out of 5]

What do we learn about Noah's life as a kid on page one of the story? I was sobbing for 14-year-old Noah at the end of Chapter One. Who is Atlas? Why does his arrival at LA Defiance cause a mini uproar? OMG, a spa day for Rhyan with Noah as her escort was a hoot to read! I set my asthma off, laughing at chapters five and six! I liked Ink's talk with Noah. Who are Rocco and Matteo? What does Mattero offer Noah and Maverick? Noah had me bawling after his discussion with Alpha, Loki, and Maverick, then the phone call with his mother, and finally, his letter to Rhyan. What happens after Rhyan's class? How does Noah get a second chance? Is he able to fulfill what has been tasked to him? Read and see!

[Mary Meadows · Rating 5 out of 5]

It’s been a while since I read friends to lovers and I was not disappointed

The plot and spice was good and I loved the dynamic of the whole MC club!

The FMC really interesting, Clubs Princess who is fierce but also strong and her change for stronger comes when she meets the MMC and he is just precious. His past is what made him who he is and it didn’t affect his treatment towards woman because his dad was just an a-whole who deserved what he got!

Great story overall ❤️❤️❤️

Ps.: and can we talk about how beautiful the fmcs name is 😍😍 ✨Rhyan ✨

[Amanda BikiBookworm Vermaak · Rating 5 out of 5]

Horrible that a woman should get a life sentence for murder when she only defended her child.
I suppose you know when someone loves you. When they make your childhood dreams come true. Fun and games in New York....Or not. A birthday party gone wrong. Two couples have to clean up the "murder" scene of a body in their hotel room.
Murder, Mayhem, Violence and all the club drama you can handle. Never a dull moment for Defiance.

[Irrevocably Salty · Rating 5 out of 5]

We.Love.Defiance💜

When you do everything to respect the club rules and try not to fall for the clubs princess but the pull is just too strong and you risk losing everything, even your prospect patch for the love of you life it’s all worth it for Noah and Rhyan. I just loved their story and my heart cried for them to make it. This is another phenomenal must read in the Defiance MC world that I am a forever fan of💜🔥💖

[Amanda · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved Noah and Rhyan. Noah stole my heart with his story and how protective he was of his mom. Though he definitely had to learn the art of thinking first and then taking action. Rhyan and Noah’s story is definitely an emotional journey full of love, passion, suspense, and MC drama (he is a prospect falling for an MC princess after all). I always love the family dynamic of the MCs and this was such a great example of that. I can’t wait for what’s to come in LA Defiance.

[Mrs Cross · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love it!

This story is fun, tragic, sweet, steamy and action packed! I really love it. If I had to make one small comment out of frustration it would be that I’m left wanting to know what the club intends for a certain villain. Alpha never explained his carefully chosen words and that all seems unresolved somehow. Otherwise… I adored this book. I love this author and her series!

[susan · Rating 3 out of 5]

This story was full of heartbreak and disappointment for Noah so sad for him and his mother.
I am glad after everything he went through, he found his happiness. I thought the club was good to him but also a little to rough with the punishment they gave him. I wish for his mother that there would have been a better outcome.

[Patricia Anne Davis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book

This was another fantastic story and great characters. Lots of drama, mystery, and meaningful relationships . I really liked this book and think you will too!!
I recommend it with a 5 Stars review

[Lofty · Rating 4 out of 5]

4*
Noah loves the club even more so because Dutch saved him when he needed a family and structure.
Rhyan is club princess always looking out for others she's perfect.
The two have chemistry but neither has acted upon it.
Been a prospect he's determined to do things right unfortunately not everything is easy.
Nice story

[Bethany Rupard · Rating 4 out of 5]

Their journey of love is an emotional one. The way the characters grew together 😍

[Rhea · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a ride I went on with this book! Trouble is never far away with these guys and sometimes it follows you from your past. Luckily these guys are one big family and family sticks together!

[Stephanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Noah and Ryann’s story had a little bit of everything, the perfect combination. The forbidden princess, the eager and troubled prospect and lots of yumminess! The horrible events that lead to Noah’s mom heading to prison was just horrible! So sad. KE Osborn knows what she’s doing. I loved their story and can’t wait for more!

[Wendy Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rebellious

Fabulous read. I absolutely loved Noah and Rhy’s story ❤️❤️❤️ as usual a great addition to the LA Defiance MC series. A definite page turner and very entertaining. 100% recommend this book to everyone ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ you will not be disappointed 😎🖤

[Melissa · Rating 5 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I loved Noah and Ryhan so much. He is such a sweetheart and she is a total baddie. Her Dad was rather annoying given how cool she is but that is an old guy for you. This like the series was a great mix of romance, suspense, action and spice. Another good one.

[Teresa Lara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love this series
Love the Defiance la mc
Noah and Rhyan intense emotional broken heartstopping forbidden insta love story
Gripping
Twisty
That Ending
Gimme Loki

[Surrender2silk · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book 3 in The LA Defiance MC Series. Noah is a prospect he’s trying to make it in the club. He has falling for the club princess. He tries to walk away. He can’t she makes him fill whole. With his past coming down.he has to choose the love of his life of the brotherhood he never had.

[Fiona · Rating 4 out of 5]

Oh I adored this couple! A sweet innocence with it being their first love. A couple where they always put each other first, having each other's back no matter what.

[Kaci Stewart · Rating 4 out of 5]

KE Osborn is an instant read for me, always. I love her stories and writing. Noah is a sweet baby angel and deserves the absolute best. I loved his character and his development. Rhyan was a decent FMC, but I didn't love her I did the other FMC's in this MC world. This book was really great at having a balance between the characters pasts and how those things made them who they are today, and the present and how they're coping with those things. You learn a lot about the club and per usual the side characters are to die for. Def would recommend and cannot wait for the next book!