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I knew there was no point in looking back at what could've been when she couldn't even lift her eyes to me when her father ordered my death.
She didn't fight for me, didn't fight for us.
I knew better than to get tangled with a mafia princess.
I knew how it would end, only instead of dead, I was left in a much worse situation, having to know she was still alive and being unable to go to her.
Bitterness swam inside of me. Seven years of hatred building because of her silence.
But then her father died, leaving her at the hands of the very man who left me alive.
Not helping her isn't an option, but I second-guess stepping back into her life when I discover the secrets she's been keeping all this time.

283 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 2, 2025

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Marie James

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Marie James is a mother of two boys and wife of 17 years. She's spent most of her life lifetime living in central Texas, with only short stays in South Carolina, Alabama, and Florida. Her passions include reading everything under the sun and sewing, although she doesn't get to sew much these days!.

Writing has always been a passion and she's enjoying every step of the journey!

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Profile Image for Doris.
3,612 reviews139 followers
January 1, 2025
Fantastic Second Chance MC Romance

Years ago Nolan/Jericho was an undercover agent looking to take down a crime lord with a daughter he had fallen for. During that time after finding their relationship was exposed Jericho’s life was spared but he lost Aspen in the process. Now he has seen her cries for help and he can’t stop himself from protecting her.

Jericho is now a member of Cerberus MC Tennessee Chapter so with his brothers’ help they rescue Aspen from her violent husband only to find out that her son is also held against his will with the threat of him being killed as well.

I loved watching Jericho’s walls come tumbling down as he can’t help himself from his soul mate only to find out there is one big secret he had no idea of. I fell in love with Jericho and Aspen as their story unfolded to make this book a huge page turner which I highly recommend.
Profile Image for Jaimie.
1,638 reviews25 followers
January 2, 2025
THIS IS ONE OF MY FAVORITE BOOKS BY MARIE JAMES!!
I was captured by this story instantly. I feel like this second chance romance with suspense and moments that will leave you on the edge of your seat.

I loved Jericho and wanted him to find happiness. There was just something about him that I loved. He has a conscious, and I love to see that he still has love for the one he thought left him to die.
Seeing Aspen and knowing what she has been through, you understand her decisions better. She is one of my favorite heroines that has been written. She is one of the strongest women that I have read.

If you want a story that will keep you entertained and characters that you want to hug as you read their story.
Profile Image for Sandy S.
8,257 reviews206 followers
January 3, 2025
JERICHO is the third instalment in Marie James’ contemporary adult CERBERUS MC: TENNESSEE erotic, MC romance series- a spin off from the author’s original Cerberus MC series.This is Aspen Reese-Gaines, and Nolan ‘Jericho’ Parson’s story line. JERICHO can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines is revealed where necessary.


NOTE: Due to the nature of the story line premise, there may be triggers for more sensitive readers.



Told from dual first person perspectives (Jericho and Aspen) JERICHO follows in the wake of the ‘rescue’ of our story line heroine. Approximately eight years earlier, Jericho, as Luke Gannon, went in undercover to infiltrate the world of crime lord Ivan Reese, only to find himself falling in love with his only daughter. Having been promised to her father’s right hand man Damien Gaines, Aspen watched as her world imploded, and the man that she loved, left for dead, never to be seen again. Fast forward approximately eight years, wherein Nolan “Jericho’ Parson will reconnect with the woman that broke his heart, a woman with a secret he never expected to hear. With the help of the member of the Cerberus MC, a rescue and recovery operation was set into motion, a rescue that will bear witness to the pain and emotional distress forced upon one woman in the face of heartache and betrayal.


The world building follows the rekindling relationship between our story line couple but Jericho struggles with the betrayal by the woman he loved, a woman who was forced to choose in an effort to save her life. Jericho knew loss but the discover of the truth meant a second chance with the woman he loved, and a future with the family he never thought he would have.


The relationship between Jericho and Aspen is one of second chances. Aspen destroyed Jericho’s heart when she refused to acknowledge their love. Left for dead, Jericho would find a family with the Cerberus MC, a family that would die to protect the people they love.The $ex scenes are limited but provocative and passionate.


The secondary and supporting characters include several members of the Cerberus New Mexico including Kincaid, as well as the Tennessee MC members: Hemlock, Ace, Jersey, and counselor Caitlyn. The requisite evil has many faces.


JERICHO is a story of secrets and lies, betrayal and vengeance, power and control, trauma and dysfunction, acceptance, forgiveness and love. The premise is dramatic, emotional and heart breaking; the characters are broken, charismatic and struggling; the romance is impassioned.

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Profile Image for Claudia, Cmarie927.
2,053 reviews41 followers
December 16, 2024
I am absolutely in love with this chapter! The brothers in TN are just as hardened by their pasts as any of the New Mexico brothers, but being former ICE agents adds a layer to their personalities that make them irresistible. You would think, after so many Cerberus members' stories, that it would be enough already. But NO! This is just as fresh and interesting as any of the prior stories. It is best to read in order to have the best experience, but that's totally worth it! These are soo good.

Jericho has certainly paid for his missteps when he was a young agent, before he joined Cerberus, and has lost so much already. His ill-timed love affair with Aspen explodes in the very worst way. When Damien (who was ordered to kill him by Ivan, but didn't) takes over from Aspen's father, she becomes a prisoner to his erratic behaviors and oppressive rules. Not to mention the control he has over her child.

I enjoyed the twists and turns in this second chance story. The style and pace of her writing is very addictive, and I could not get enough! Of course, when things begin to spiral, it's all hands on deck, and this chapter gets reinforced from the guys we love from NM. Just sooo good.

I think Hemlock is definitely the right guy to head this chapter, and I can't wait to see how things are going to be for Jersey, Nyx and the others! I was fortunate to receive a complimentary copy of this story (thank you), and I happily leave my review. I hope you enjoy your read as much as I did.
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747 reviews9 followers
December 27, 2024
Lots of action, suspense, and emotion.

Jericho is a former ICE Agent and Marine. He’s recently cut ties with ICE to join Cerberus. As an agent, he made a huge mistake on his first undercover assignment with a criminal organization and has tried to forget and move on. I couldn’t get enough of Jericho (Nolan) and the emotions that swirl inside him as he set off to help a woman who had hold of his soul. Aspen is the daughter of the head of a crime family and married to the second in command. When she reached out to an old email address as a way to work off stress and anxiety, she never expected anything to happen. Once Jericho learns there is even more to her story, he is consumed with saving her. Fortunately, he has his MC chapter behind him. And they are there for him. The action is constant, and with the build-up of suspense and the tension between Jericho and Aspen, I couldn’t put this book down.
I love second-chance romances! Add suspense, thrilling action, and heartbreaking emotion and I’m on board. Jericho was all that and more. The third book in the Tennessee chapter of Cerberus was a non-stop exhilarating ride with heroic characters and a spine-tingling story. This chapter is incredible and I’m obsessed with them. I can’t wait for the next book.
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140 reviews2 followers
January 6, 2025
This is the third installment of the Cerberus Motorcycle Club Tennessee Chapter. This chapter is Jericho's story.
Nolan "Jericho" Parson was involved with ICE but when he lets his "feelings" show regarding the crime boss's daughter, Aspen Reese, and he basically messes the mission he was assigned, he cuts ties and joins Cerberus.
Aspen is already promised to Damian Gaines and denies all or any attraction to Nolan. Her father has ordered him to be murdered. Or so she thought!

Eight years later, Jericho, after still checking on Aspen, receives an email from her. She was all he thought of. So, after checking up on her history and finding out she's hiding a secret and possibly not safe, he heads to Boston.

After finding her and learning her secrets, he sets out on a mission to destroy Damian, especially after he finds out what exactly Damian is doing.

As Jericho and Aspen work with the other members of Cerberus, including the original members, and Blackbridge Sercurity, try to find their way back to each other. But will they ever trust again, especially after what had happened 8 years ago?

I am loving the Tennessee Chapter of the Cerberus series!!.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
250 reviews3 followers
December 21, 2024
Loved this story of the Tennessee Chapter of Cerberus .
Luke and Aspen have history although short but little do they know 8 years later the situation esclates and the need to surround them with the MC family.
Aspen's life has never been a happy one, although when she was able to spend some time with Luke she was in a whole different world. Then everything changed in one moment. Luke was gone.
She starts to express her feelings and next thing she knows there is an unknown man following her but it can't be who she thinks.
Jericho jumps in to help out Aspen even though she didn't stand up for him 8 years ago, why he isn't sure but isn't that what Cerberus does? Next, pulling in the full teams of New Mexico and Tennessee in to help they search everywhere they can for Eli.
Having the Cerberus family here is totally heartwarming and having Hemlock as the Head of the Tennessee Chapter is growing almost on a daily basis.
Jersey's story is next, WOW......
Couldn't put it down, lots of feelings, action, and HEA.
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295 reviews3 followers
December 27, 2024
Secrets from the past

Jericho is the 3rd book in the Cerberus MC Tennessee chapter. If you love Cerberus this new chapter will just keep you guessing. If you have never read Cerberus before start here go back to the beginning. It doesn't matter as you will not be disappointed.

Jericho has been happy since joining Cerberus. His past is his past and he has tried hard not to think about it. When the pivot of all he has become rears back into his life he tries to ignore it. But there are some things in the past you can't ignore or forget. Some secrets that you never knew.

Jericho will come face to face with more than he ever dreamed. Aspen wasn't just what he knew of her and as he learns the full scope of her past his life will change forever. Can he save all of them before it's too late?

Jericho and Aspen will tear you apart and put you back together. The past is rarely exactly as we remember. What can the future hold?.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
39 reviews
December 16, 2024
Jericho made many mistakes during his younger years with ICE. Aspen was young and afraid of commitment. You would think with what Aspen allowed to happen to Jericho that he would hate her forever. Jericho tries to hate Aspen. He manages to keep that hate alive until she reaches out and pours her heart out into an email address. She thought Jericho was dead so she felt safe putting her hurt and regrets out there. Jericho breaks down and reads them and that is all it took to drive him to make sure Aspen was ok. Jericho learns more than he ever thought when he finds Aspen. So many twist and turns. This book has it all and will keep you on the edge of your seat. You want to scream NO and YES at the same time. Thank you Marie James for this awesome book. I didn't want to give away too much. This is all in just the first part of the book. Truly awesome!!
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2,994 reviews61 followers
January 1, 2025
Jericho had me on the edge of my seat from the very beginning. The tension, anger and frustration that rolled off of Jericho due to the woman that had changed him 8 years ago could be felt radiating off the pages. Aspen was a woman that was hurting, scared and doing everything she could to ensure that the one person that means the world to her is safe. This second chance romance will have your emotions riding a huge roller coaster ride. There is plenty of angst to have your heart racing and finding yourself holding your breath. There are heartbreaking moments and also ones that steal your heart. An action packed storyline with plenty of drama and secrets to hold your attention. This Tennessee Chapter of Cerberus MC is showing us that these alpha males may have some issues but at the heart of it they are a family.
66 reviews1 follower
January 2, 2025
Jericho and Aspen are a second chance love that is so well written.
Getting the backstory and seeing the struggle that they went through in the beginning really laid a great foundation for watching their HEA happen. Seeing Jericho realize he had a son and then the struggle to make sure that he is safe and happy. The climax scene with Damian was so good with the realizations that Jericho came to. Seeing both Aspen and Jericho fight through their past to get back to each other made the spice even better! The way they worked with Eli after everything was sorted out, and seeing Hemlock even get in on the healing journey was such a rewarding thing for the reader. I loved this book and I can’t wait for Jersey’s book to come out!.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Profile Image for Kristina Loos.
21 reviews
January 6, 2025
Once again Marie James knocks it out of the park with another installment of the Cerberus MC Tennessee Chapter.

Jericho's story crosses us over into a mafia story. This also explains his scar and the reason he has left ICE and ended up in Tennessee with the Cerberus. We get to learn more of his story and meet the love of his life. This is a true second chance romance with a touch of forced proximity.

You truly get to feel for both main characters whose mistakes kept them away from each other but also kept them safe until the time was right.

As with all of the Cerberus books this one gives us a glimpse of some of the OG's and a true taste for the found family they have made themselves.

Grab a blanket and wrap up for an afternoon thrill ride with a little steam and danger thrown in.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Profile Image for Karen.
1,500 reviews15 followers
January 6, 2025
I am loving the new chapters of the Cerberus MC! Jericho was a great story and I loved reading about his past and his HEA.

Jericho was burned once and now his past is coming back to haunt him and he's not sure he'll survive this time.

Aspen has had a rough life since she was not able to stand up to her father. Her life's been one torment after another.

Trust is hard to come by when you've been hurt, deceived, lied to, and believe that your future is dark. These characters need to learn to trust again. The years have not been kind to either of them and their second chance might not be possible.

I love the characters of this series and I love that we get to have the OG chapter included in the new chapters. I love the stories and I can't wait to read more.
Profile Image for Lora Cimino.
815 reviews14 followers
June 29, 2025
I loved it!

Boy has Marie James outdone herself with Jericho's book! He is given a second chance at love with Aspen. They were separated by her evil father and the man she is to marry. But when he starts getting emails from her regarding the living situation is in and the abuse by her husband, he has to go help her. Once they meet back up he is given a shock by what he learns. This is an action filled book that will have you wondering what can happen next. I have loved all of the Cerberus books and this is no exception. There is a happily ever after ending which leaves you satisfied. I sincerely recommend this book! I had to read it in one sitting because it is a page turner.
723 reviews6 followers
December 18, 2024
Book 3 in the Cerberus MC Tennessee Chapter!

Jerico and Aspen has such an emotional story that you are glued from the start to the end.

Rejection by her in front of her father broke something inside Jerico and even after all these years, he is still angry but sometimes redemption is enough!

They were not supposed to find comfort and love with each other but they did. It wasn’t easy as they both have troubled pasts that they have to overcome but the love they have for each other is strong enough to help them.

Marie James does it again and I can’t wait to see what is next!.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
1,501 reviews9 followers
January 11, 2025
I love this series spin off ... while I miss the core group, this spin off is showing potential. Jericho was pretty instrumental in Newton's book .. helping save Brielle, but blowing his cover in the process. He's now part of the new ICE/co-op branch of Cerberus MC. There's only a handful of members so far as Hemlock is also settling in to his President role.

When the only woman he's ever love reaches out in an old email account he set up years ago, he realizes he has no choice but to help her, even as her betray still has the mark it left behind on his face.

This book was so good! While it's not a traditional type case the guys usually work, all of Cerberus bands together to help Jericho and Aspen.
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2,203 reviews
December 20, 2024
Jericho is book 3 in the Cerberus MC Tennessee Chapter series written by the amazing and talented author Marie James. This is Jericho and Aspen intense and emotional story. Cozy up and get ready to fall!If you enjoy slow-burn, second-chance romance with a mix of danger, mystery, and heartfelt moments, this book is a must-read. I truly cannot say enough, how much I loved every single second of what I got in this story. No Spoilers, you got to buy and read this book.



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32 reviews2 followers
January 7, 2025
We see Jericho again and learn more about his history and second chance with Aspen in this, the third installment of the Cerberus TN chapter. We get new characters and the return of some familiar ones; which always adds an extra layer of tension and excitement. (I just love the way Marie weaves her characters throughout her series)

Some things I loved about this book - return of some old faces, second chance at love, a peek at characters to come, Hemlock's growth as a leader, quick smart banter.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
153 reviews1 follower
January 18, 2025
Jericho and Aspen have an ill-fated and very short-lived first chapter after which Jericho believes she has betrayed him, and Aspen believes Jericho is dead. A cry of regret and wish for help that she never expected to be heard brings about their second act with surprises for both of them. Danger and darkness threaten but Jericho’s Cerberus team/family back him in his efforts to rescue and protect Aspen and end the threat for good. It was an exciting, action-packed story like only Marie James can tell and she did a great job with this one!
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3,384 reviews33 followers
December 3, 2025
Another fantastic series by this incredible author

Oh boy! It seems like the New Mexico Cerberus MC guys have a lot of competition when it comes to who gets into the biggest mess when they meet/rekindle with their One. Lol! These Tennessee Cerberus guys have many secrets and hidden pasts, and even though they were initially supposed to be unattached, they're now falling one by one. It's going to be a wild ride!
I would definitely recommend this book, series, and exceptional author.
248 reviews2 followers
December 15, 2024
Oh my I am in love with the Tennessee branch of Cerberus. Especially since we get to see Jericho again he has been in so many books you might overlook him but I never did. He is hot and very territorial. He was scarred when he was younger for being with the wrong person. It turns out he wrong person reaches out to him not realizing he is alive. Aspen sets in motion her own kidnapping. That leads to several secrets to be revealed.
Can they overcome the secrets? Marie James has done it again!
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2,917 reviews18 followers
December 15, 2024
What a twisting, turning, emotional roller coaster ride. Aspen's life was turned upside when the love of her life was ordered to be put to ground. Jericho lost everything when the love of his life didn't fight for them. Familiar faces that we all know and love show to support Jericho and Aspen as they navigate their way through everything life has thrown at them. Marie James once again drew me into the world of Cerberus MC and I didn't want it to end.
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3,048 reviews65 followers
December 31, 2024
Review by: Jennifer
(5 Stars)

I have no clue how Marie James is still able to give us the amazingness that she does, but once again she has hit it out of the park! This story sucks you in, gives you all this danger, violence, spicyness, some really disturbing content, and when it's all said and done, you still get the goofy smile and the thoughts of how this story freaking rocked! I give this 5 stars.
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1,287 reviews3 followers
January 2, 2025
Edge of the seat excitement with this one from Ms James…..Jericho and the team find themselves in a race against the clock as they desperately try to stop a mafia madman.

Loved Jericho and getting to know his back history….there are some real heart wrenching moments in this one and I loved how we are getting to know these new guys and this newer chapter of ex-marines as they find their place together as a team.
Looking forward to Jersey next!
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383 reviews1 follower
January 3, 2025
Can you get a second chance at love?? Nolan, aka Jericho, worked for ICE many years ago. While undercover he fell for the head of the crime families daughter, Aspen. When her father ordered his death and she didn’t fight for them Jericho felt betrayed. Years later when she’s in trouble he steps up from the dead to save her except she has a secrets that could destroy them. This story has all kinds of trauma, love, sexy, and a second chance at love.
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1,004 reviews12 followers
January 4, 2025
Unique story for this series - read on KU

This isn't my favorite in this series or the related series, but it is at least a different story than any of the other Cerberus books. It is a little similar to one of the Blaclbridge books, but it is better than that one.

I think it's great that she has started the spinoff series. The original had gotten stale.

I'm looking forward to Jersey's book. I think it will be interesting and probably a bit spicier.
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4,285 reviews70 followers
December 16, 2024
Jericho is a bit of an intense, emotional story. His and Aspen's journey is a difficult one to say the least and it's completely heartbreaking at times. Aspen and all that she goes through is horrible. Their past is very troubled but they never lose sight of the love they have for each other. Jericho is a fantastic story! This Tennessee Chapter gets better with each book. I can't wait for Jersey!
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Author 12 books69 followers
December 30, 2024
Overall, a fantastic story. I'm a sucker for second chances and the second chance for Jericho and Aspen seems impossible. I enjoyed the characters. Their depth. What they each bring to the events. I love that we see the support of Kincaid and some of the men of the Cerberus New Mexico chapter along with the aid of Blackbridge Security. This story deserves more than 5 stars!
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3,527 reviews16 followers
January 2, 2025
I love the dream... a space in the woods where you can get lost and fall in love, be all for the one you trust... that is perfect. But reality has a way of overriding the dream and this is what Jericho and "Peach" discover. A hard and intrusive, divisive wedge that may be the worst experience they have. So much emotion is packed into this first pre-chapter.
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597 reviews
January 2, 2025
OMG! i loved this book. The Tennesee Chapter is really shaping up to be as awesome as the mother chapter. Great action, great characters. easy to read. will pull you in. You have to check it out! check out the main chapter as well. You will not be disappointed!.

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