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Maddox

The day I joined the Iron Brotherhood MC and set eyes on her, I knew I needed to stay far away from her. She was too young, too beautiful, and completely untouchable.

I might have indulged in stalking her while she was away, but who could blame me? Those were empty years without her …, and I needed my fix.

Now, she had returned to where it all began, to her home with the Iron Brotherhood MC. She might think it’s temporary, but she’s wrong.

“She came to me for help, and that was as good as a surrender.”




Helena

I might have been raised in the MC, but my father ensured I had every advantage. He’d also insisted I go to college. I would have moved back to the small town of Haverboro, Arizona, after he passed away, just to be nearer to the club, but it hadn’t seemed like I was welcome. After a startling discovery on the accounting project I was working on, I have nowhere else to turn but to the Iron Brotherhood and Maddox Bishop. A man I had tried to forget for years …

Maddox Bishop had told me to get lost more times than I can count.

Only, I’m finding an entirely different version of the man I thought I knew.

“He was dangerous and off-limits — a fantasy.”

318 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 30, 2024

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16 reviews
January 7, 2025
AI written book?

This book was pretty formulaic I think. Also there were some phrases that didn't make sense: "she was a tiny thing, five feet four, soaking wet" and then another I noticed: "they came in wearing spit-shined suits". Could have been just a lack of editing. Started skimming pretty early. You definitely don't have to think when reading this one.
9,376 reviews140 followers
July 6, 2024
This is a well written MC/ mafia romance with strong characters in Maddox and Helena. The author does a great job developing the story and painting her scenes perfectly. She takes you into their lives with an off limits age gap romance, drama and danger as well as the undeniable chemistry. She moves the story fluidly and delivers a fantastic read. I'm looking forward to the next book.

I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and are freely given.
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309 reviews24 followers
August 15, 2024
Age Gap MC Romance with a splash of Bratva

Love the MC / Bratva ties. Loved the Age Gap. Love the secrets that the MC members have. Helena is adorable and Maddox is a obsessive man. Looking forward to the next story with Dimitri
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720 reviews10 followers
July 2, 2024
I ate this book up! I finished it in one day because I couldn't stop reading it. I loved how smart and strong Helena was throughout the book. Maddox was perfect. He is protective, completely obsessed with Helena, and sweet yet still a very dangerous man. He was willing to do whatever it took to protect her and get her back when she was taken. I can't wait to read Demtri's story next!
1,605 reviews12 followers
July 12, 2024
Saving Helena is book 1 of Iron Brotherhood MC Series, which follows the journey of Helena and Maddox. I absolutely love the characters in this story. Very entertaining, intense, spicy, twist and turns. Exceptionally well-written. Maddox was in foster care after foster care as a child. Then, one of his foster mom’s told him to join the military to keep him out of trouble, so he did just that. Now that he is done with the military, and 25 yrs old, he met Roscoe, the president or leader of the Iron Brotherhood MC. Roscoe’s daughter Helena is 16 in a half and off limits. Maddox is attractive to her but waiting til she is of age. Maddox now 33, and Helena graduated college. The ages of so fast. Maddox stalked her while she was in college just to get his fix and to make sure she is safe. Everything changed when Helena turned 22 and lost her father Roscoe, and Maddox became president of the MC. Helena still lives away from the club and works while Maddox still stalks her. 3 years after her father passed, Helena needed help, and she wanted Maddox to help, so she went back to the MC. This is an amazing book, and we watch them blossom into their romance for each other. I absolutely love Maddox, Helena, and Dimitri. I can hardly wait to read book 2 about Dimitri and more about Helena and Maddox. I would strongly recommend this book to others. I love how author Haven Fox was able to keep the primary focus on the plot with just the added bonus of some spice.

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481 reviews10 followers
July 3, 2024
MAKE SURE TO READ TWS BEFORE U READ THIS BOOK. IT'S A AGE GAP MOTORCYCLE GANG BOOK WITH A LIL MAFIA

Maddox was in foster care after foster care as a child. Then, his one foster mom told him to join the military to keep him out of trouble, so he did. Then, now he is done with the military, and 25 yrs old, he met Roscoe, the leader of the Iron Brotherhood motorcycle club. Roscoe's daughter Helena is 16 in a half and off limits. Maddox is attractive to her but waiting til she is of age. Maddox 33 now, and Helena graduated college. The ages go so fast. But Maddox stalked her while she was in college just to get his fix and to make sure she was safe. Everything changed when Helena was 22 and lost her father Roscoe, and Maddox became president of the MC. Helena still lives away from the club and works while Maddox still stalks her. 3 years after her dad passed, Helena needed help, and she wanted Maddox to help, so she went back to the MC. This is a good book, and we watch them blossom into their romance for each other. I absolutely love Maddox, Helena, and Dimitri. I can't wait to read book 2 bout Dimitri and more bout Maddox and Helena.
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9,301 reviews70 followers
August 18, 2024
Helena was raised around the club, but her father kept her separated from the happenings at the club. She goes off to college and then her father dies. When she comes back to bury him things change between her and Maddox. Maddox has wanted Helena since she was legal, but she was too young and innocent, so he pushed her away. However, she discovers something bad about the company she is working at and runs back to Maddox for help. Maddox knows that he isn't strong enough to let her go again so he agrees to help her knowing that he is going to make her his in the end. Can the find the threat before its too late? What will it mean for the club? Will they finally get their chance to be together?

This is an amazing story that once I started it, I couldn't put it down. This is a well written and very entertaining story. Its a book that any book lover would enjoy.

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206 reviews
June 9, 2024
I received this book as an ARC

It was alright but I wanted more spice than 3 total scenes including the cunnilingus in the hallway.. and I believe it was fingers again in a hallway? Maybe they have things for hallways..

Time jumps are always difficult and this one had some big gaps to overcome.. it still felt slightly clunky but it worked well..

The story was good but I felt rushed and Dimitri goes from hating Helena to being her biggest fan so easily.. and she just accepts it when they never even talk about anything?

Pike seems shady AF and again none of the history is talked about..

I feel like there were a ton of loose ends that needed summed up in some way if you were going to bring them up and the attitude switches of characters gave me whiplash

But overall it was a cute story but I’m not sure I will continue the series
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
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6,237 reviews70 followers
July 2, 2024
This was an exciting series opener by a new-to-me author. I love that she took the characters' lives from when Haven was a teen until she was mid 20's. They had quirks, and clashing interactions, but that was from Maddox's attempts to keep his attraction to her hidden. She definitely crushed on him but when he kept pushing her away, well, pride, you know? She needed him to keep her safe from the mafia, though, and he took that as his hint that the time was finally right. These two had hot chemistry and really had to fight through the danger to get their HEA. Expect a wild reading ride where an MC crosses paths with the mafia $hit gets real. I'm definitely looking forward to the next book as we have some threads and characters to sort out, yet. That being said, this book has an HEA for Haven and Maddox ;D
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1,450 reviews8 followers
July 11, 2024
New author and series for me. Helena is the princess of the Iron Brotherhood. She was raised by her father in this environment and was OFF-LIMITS! Maddox joins the Iron Brotherhood when Helena was a young girl and of course Helena has a crush on the untouchable biker. Helena goes away to college and decides not to return to the MC. Once her father passes away and leaves Maddox in charge, Maddox decides that now is the time to make his move on the one person who has piqued his interest.

When Helena comes across some information about trafficking, she runs to the only person who she can trust and who can help her – Maddox and the Brotherhood. Will Maddox be able to keep Helena safe from the cartel? Will the Brotherhood be able to figure out what the cartel is up to?

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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84 reviews
September 11, 2024
I'm mad and disappointed. In the beginning I was really looking forward to this story. He was really protective of her, and I like that.

The problem is - there was absolutely zero romance. It was all sexual. I don't believe for a second they are in love. They didn't spend any time together except having sex.

And the repetitiveness. Why? Everyone got a rundown of events in the book which meant we (the readers) got it at least three times. If we took all of these repeat conversations and instead built a connection with the main characters it would have been better.

Also, the lack of quotations was also driving me crazy. I shouldn't have to guess what is dialogue and what isn't.

I think this story could have been really good if it was more thought out. The whole mix of MC and Mafia is a great idea. It just wasn't executed very well IMO.
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85 reviews1 follower
June 11, 2024
This book is a fantastic MC romance with a dash of mafia drama, an age gap, and forbidden love! Maddox is the grumpy but lovable biker, and Helena is the young girl who's off-limits—at first. Years later, she needs the Brotherhood's help, and the sparks between them are undeniable.

Their story is intense and emotional, with Maddox's tough exterior hiding a big heart and Helena growing into a strong woman. The chemistry between them is on fire, making their eventual romance incredibly satisfying.

Despite some predictable moments, the emotions and great writing keep you hooked. The side characters add depth and make the story even more engaging.

Overall, a solid 4-star read that’s full of drama, passion, and redemption. Highly recommend!
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3,751 reviews122 followers
July 11, 2024
Cat’s Stats
MMC/FMC- Maddox and Helena
Genre- MC Romance
Length- about 220 pages
Heat- 🌋🌋🌋🌋
Series? Y
Safety? Y
Triggers- Explicit erotic content, kidnapping, language in two languages, trafficking, violence (including assault and torture)
Tropes- She’s All Grown Up, Club Princess, Off Limits, Secret Crush, Father’s Best Friend, Age Gap, Club Prez
Mewsings
What I liked- there was no SA in this book and the author lets you know in the front matter. Not gonna lie, I did a little happy dance. I like stories about club princesses.
What I didn’t- the ending seemed awfully abrupt. And the romance was more pining than actual romantic interactions.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
213 reviews
January 3, 2026
had high hopes…

This just fell so flat for me.

The story starts off great, MFC seeks help from MMC and he comes to the rescue! HOWEVER, I think it is weird that Helena has been seen as “off limits” for a decade, but because Maddox has been watching her from afar they can just be BAM in a relationship??? It is weird. I needed more plot. More build up. And for Dimitri to hate her and then not? And his departure seemed like it didn’t phase anyone? I dunno…

There are only 2.5ish spicy scenes. Also awkward because the first one is so unexpected because he hasn’t seen Helena in 4 years. Whatever.

I am all for an insta love, but this just wasn’t it. I needed more depth. Sorry.
120 reviews
June 10, 2024
I just finished reading a book that's filled with chaos at every turn. It's part of a series, and I'm eagerly anticipating the next book. If you're a fan of Age-Gap/MC/Bad Boy Romances, Mafia Stories, Action, and Suspense, then you'll definitely enjoy this read.

This was my first time reading a book by this author, and I absolutely loved Maddox and Helena's story. Who wouldn't enjoy a great age-gap story about a Motorcycle Club meeting the Mafia? This book has a little bit of everything. Just a heads up, there are some trigger warnings, so make sure to check those out if you're sensitive to certain topics. I can't wait for book 2!
283 reviews3 followers
July 14, 2024
Maddox/Helena. Ex-Military/Teenager. Iron Brotherhood MC Member/Prez's Daughter. Older Man/Younger Woman. Sergeant-At-Arms/Accountant. Father dies. Maddox - New Prez. Dimitri - Sergeant-At-Arms. Dangerous. Deadly. Violent. Secrets. Lies. Revelations. Human Trafficking. Bratva? Betrayal? Desperate. Distraught. Threatened. Kidnapped. Assaulted. Beaten. Rescued. Possessive. Protective. Wonderful characters and endearing story. Action-packed. Attraction, Taboo. Affection. Consensual. Acceptance, Love. HEA. Entertaining.

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Author 2 books9 followers
September 12, 2024
MC Romance

“Saving Helena” is a steaming hot MC romance between the now president and the old president’s off limits daughter. Only now, she grown up and needing the club’s protection. Since the main character has been watching her from afar for years, brushing her off to control himself, and she also has been admiring him, thinking he disliked her because of the way he acted with her, its a super fun read. Love this trope. Well written. My only gripe - a personal preference- I hate when characters knowingly put themselves in danger and then -no surprise- into danger they go. Other than that, loved this steamy and entertaining read.
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10 reviews
July 9, 2024
One of many things that I love about this book. Is that Haven is took her time to give us a badass story telling and world building in the world of Helena and Maddox. Because once you start reading chapter 1,you won't want to stop until you finish the book. Another is that the plot (for me) was sooo good. I felt like I was with Maddox during the tense times in the book or I was Helena during her badass moments. Never thought that a Mc romance would work with a hint of mafia in it would work but Helena made it work and I'm glad she did it.
81 reviews1 follower
July 10, 2024
I received this as an ARC copy. And I’m leaving this review because I want to.

Holy crap! Just OMG! I am a sucker for a motorcycle romance and this one did not disappoint! The pacing was fabulous. Watching the relationship between Helena & Maddox grow was enjoyable. The writing style was perfect. And the little bit of spice sprinkled in? PERFECTION! I love how well the author was able to keep the primary focus on the plot with just the added bonus of some spice. 10/10 would recommend and I am looking forward to book 2 in this series!
1,101 reviews9 followers
July 11, 2024
Maddox has been mesmerized by Helena for a very long time, but she’s younger and the Prez’s daughter. Haven Fox captured the gritty world of the Iron Brotherhood MC and gave her characters plenty of action. The chemistry between Maddox and Helena is sizzling, their connection is emotional, and the bond between them is strong. The danger Helena brought with her erupts and brings secrets out with new connections made. It’s a great start for the series and I think each book will be just as exciting!.

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257 reviews30 followers
September 8, 2024
I might have indulged in stalking her while she was away, but who could blame me? Those were empty years without her …, and I needed my fix.

I love Mafia Romances and I love Motorcycle Romances, so the two together were an interesting mix.
Maddox is one of those characters that you hate to love, but you end up seeing why he is the way he is, and seeing his growth with Helena. And of course the whole stalker thing ;)

Tropes:
- Motorcycle / Mafia Romance
- Age Gap
- Forbidden love
- Grumpy/Sunshine
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526 reviews4 followers
June 3, 2024
This book is a great Age-Gap Romance, a bit like Sons of Anarchy with a John Wick twist. It's packed full of chaos at every turn. I'm looking forward to the next book of the series. If you're a fan of Age-Gap/MC/Bad Boy Romances, Mafia Stories, Action, and Suspense... then this is a good read for you.

Trigger Warnings in this story include...
Abuse/Kidnapping/mentions of Sex Trafficking/Torture/Murder.
112 reviews2 followers
July 1, 2024
This was a great story. I loved that we get to see a little bit from when they are younger “flashbacks”. I loved the progression in the book. I liked how it all tied together. I’m more than a little curious to see if Pike will be good for the club or bad. And I’m definitely going to read the next book. Dimitri sounds just as yummy as Maddox did. Looking forward to more.

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Author 1 book2 followers
July 8, 2024
Saving Helena definitely hits all the hot points in the story, the steamy scenes between Helena and Maddox, and all the feelings they have for each other will scratch all the itches you're trying to reach with this type of story. It's a fun read, and fairly quick.

It could use an editing pass for tense, structure, and spelling but that doesn't really slow the story and the romance isn't affected by those shortcomings.
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167 reviews5 followers
July 9, 2024
Maddox is my newest book boyfriend, everything about him is yummy. I wish he wouldn’t have been such a butt to Helena while she was growing up but men in books do dumb things thinking it’s the right thing a lot. This is a pretty good MC book, it has a good plot and I like all the characters. I wish there would’ve been more spice, idk why but I was expecting it to be spicier since it’s an MC book. Besides that I enjoyed it and already ordered the next one in the series. Mind Your Triggers
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214 reviews16 followers
July 14, 2024
Best MC I have read in a long time! I read it in a few hours. With a twist out of nowhere, I wasn’t putting it down. I loved that Maddox and Helena had so much history but of course the timing wasn’t right. As soon as Helena needed her knight and shining chrome, he was there. And he wasn’t letting her go this time.

I can’t wait to read more about the other members of the MC. I am officially hooked on this series.

Until next time,
XxX- Laura
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1,592 reviews9 followers
March 29, 2025
It was so good I couldn't put it down till I finished it

I like the way this story read, smoothly and it went by quickly. You felt the desperation at times with some of the characters and you felt the love they felt for others. You also got the feeling that this group of Motorcycle riders were About honor And justice. I liked each 1 of the characters and I can not wait to get to read the rest of the series.
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4,323 reviews73 followers
June 7, 2024
This is my first read by this author and Maddox and Helena's story is fantastic.
Who doesn't love a great, MC meets Mafia, age gap story. This book offers a bit of everything. Be sure to check the trigger warnings if you're sensitive to certain topics. Can't wait for book 2!

“He was dangerous and off-limits — a fantasy.”
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1,453 reviews
August 2, 2024
The Hero is a stalker that was verbally cruel on more than one occasion. Their later interactions felt forced; if he had said those things to me I wouldn’t be falling all over to please him.

We have a club that isn’t cohesive, a president that doesn’t trust most of his men and Russian bad guys.


65 reviews1 follower
August 15, 2024
Saving Helena…++

New author for me and I was not disappointed!! Fell in love with both MC and the rest of the crew. Cannot wait to see what you have planned for the other characters and especially looking forward to what intrigue/suspense is in store with Pike. (good guy, bad guy, redemption). Definitely looking forward to Dimitri’s book!
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