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Dirty #4

Fighting Dirty

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I wake up to a warm body draped along my side. I smile as the foreign feeling of happiness radiates in my chest.Everything comes rushing back as Rocky’s scent fills my senses.Not Olivia’s.My happiness bursts like a broken dam. Not because Olivia isn’t here. But because as I realized it was Rocky’s body against me, I still felt satisfied. Because I didn’t feel the misery of Livie’s loss. Because all I can feel now is shame. My first instinct wasn’t to miss Liv. It was to enjoy Rocky.Link and Rocky's story continues in part four of five in the Dirty novella series.*This is part four in a five-part novella series.**Due to sexual situations and violence, this series is recommended for 18+.

57 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 23, 2014

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Cheryl McIntyre is the author of the bestselling Sometimes Never series, as well as the Dirty series, Infinitely, Dark Calling, Villain, and HARD. She resides in Ohio with her high school sweetheart, their two sons, one daughter, one fur son, and a hamster.
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Profile Image for ✰ Liz ✰ .
1,428 reviews1,337 followers
June 2, 2015
"Yet. Yet implies there will be a time, it’s just not right now. And I can live with that."

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Fighting Dirty is the fourth installment in the Dirty Series. The tension between Link and Rocky has finally reached it's breaking point. Rocky is opening her heart to him. Link is trying to find his way. He is still on the path of vengeance. But is the path to redemption going to swallow him up? Is he truly going to be able to live with the consequences of his choices?

"It’s too much. My thoughts are spinning out of control. I can’t focus. I can’t breathe. Too much. Too close. Too much."-Link

And yet, Rocky begins to soothe him in a way that he hasn't felt since the lost of his love.

“It’s okay. It’s okay.” She repeats over and over, her breath caressing my skin with each recurring word. It’s soothing. Reassuring. Calming. Addicting."-Link

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Rocky embraces Link and they come together. She hasn't been with anyone since she was violated years ago and yet Link gives her everything back in that one moment.

"Link’s lips are so close to mine I can taste every exhale. His heart is pounding against my chest. And I feel good. So good."-Rocky

Link grows protective of Rocky. He wants to protect her. He bring her home with him. Rocky in his arms brings him peace.

"My happiness bursts like a broken dam. Not because Olivia isn’t here. But because as I realized it was Rocky’s body against me, I still felt satisfied. Because I didn’t feel the misery of Livie’s loss."-Link

The connection between Rocky and Link was so strong in this installment. This book is definitely my favorite of the series so far. I am rooting for this couple. I have such high hopes for them both.

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Overall, this series continues to challenge my emotions. It definitely keeps me living in the grey. It is raw and chalk full of passion and emotional turmoil. Off to the final installment!

“People like us don’t get a happy ending. We just get an ending. But we can make the most out of the time we have. You make me feel good and that’s enough for me.”-Rocky

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478 reviews406 followers
December 3, 2015


I swear to god, I am in love with this series and with Link and Rocky. They're getting closer and we're finally gettin' some:))) The sex with painting...



Link tries with Rocky, but there's still pain and grief that he can't let go. "I'm tired of just existing Rocky. I want to live again. I do. But I don't know how to do it without her." So for now, what they have must be enough for Rocky.
There's little misunderstanding with Link's former "friend", Rocky gets jealous and leaves, Links gets pissed and brings her back, hot alpha male, me likey:)
And of course, though I'm already used to it, there's this little tiny tiny cliffhanger, so off to the next one, the last one. I don't want this series to end:(



Full review will be posted with the last installment.
Profile Image for Beverly.
1,005 reviews788 followers
April 27, 2014
****4 Finally Some Action Stars****

Praise the lawrd my lady blue balls are gone!!


Okay, okay all joking aside…

I am really enjoying this series. As we learned at the end of the Dirty 3 Rocky’s “Cowboy” is the same man who raped and killed Liv.


After this discovery Link insists that Rocky move in with him, so he can protect her.


Link and Rocky still have their issues…

“I like you. A lot. But I’m not your happily-ever-after. I need you to know that. Even if that were something I might wish I could be for you, I don’t think I’m capable.”

Like in all serial novels, there is unfinished business but it didn’t feel like a cliffhanger


In the next installment…

Can Link finally avenge Liv? Can he protect Rocky? Can they finally overcome their horrific pasts and find love?
Profile Image for Jess-i-ca .
792 reviews771 followers
May 1, 2014
The only saving grace with this one is we finally got some big time action between Link and Rocky! WOOT WOOT!



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So the question is...What happens next???


Profile Image for *J* Too Many Books Too Little Time.
1,921 reviews3,718 followers
April 27, 2014
4.5--It's About Damn Time--Stars!!

Finally some action between Rocky and Link!



We may have had to wait three books for it, but it was well worth it in the end!

Fighting Dirty picks up where things left off. Link and Rocky have discovered that they share a connection between the men that killed Liv and when Rocky was attacked.

Link feels like he needs to protect Rocky, since he wasn't able to protect Liv.

I thought this book was a big turning point for Liv and Rocky. Things between them continue to shift. Link is slowly opening up more to the idea of moving beyond Liv.

I honestly have NO IDEA how this could possibly get wrapped up in one more book.
Profile Image for Patty ~ Wrapped Up In Reading Book Blog.
1,260 reviews10.2k followers
May 28, 2014
*****FIVE STARS*****


I'm loving this series more and more with each book I finish reading!!!


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HOLY SHIT was this one the HOTTEST yet!
FINALLY!!!!!!!!!
Link and Rocky have down & DIRTY SEX!!!!!
Oh what I wouldn't give to be Rocky!!

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Link has broken through the walls Rocky put up to protect herself, and she's also carving a place in his heart as well.
Both are afraid of what this all means.
They're afraid of losing the happiness they just found, in which they never thought they could possibly have again in their lives.


"People like us don't get a happy ending. We just get an ending. But we can make the most out of the time we have. You make me feel good and that's enough for me."

What I don't tell him--what I can't say--is I think I could fall in love with him. If ever there was a man that could steal my heart, it's him. The fact that I'll never be that for him stings more than I thought it could.
Even amongst the unknown, the sorrow, and the pain, this is where I want to be. With Link. Always.




I'm hoping that Link can put his feelings for Livie to rest and will see that Rocky is who he belongs with now.
I also hope that each and every one of his and Livie's attackers gets what they deserve and nothing falls back on Link!!!


This series is so incredibly good and well written!!
I HIGHLY recommend to those of you who haven't read it, to please pick these up soon!!
Profile Image for Jennifer Kyle.
2,611 reviews5,401 followers
August 3, 2016
4.5 Dirty Stars

"I don't want to let Livie go. How do I say goodbye to the woman I've loved for so long?
But I'm not ready to let go of Rock.
And above all else, Bates is still out there."


I just can't figure out how this series is going to be complete by the end of the next book. I can see that all the accused still alive will face Link in the next book but that still leaves Rocky's assailant and their relationship.

I'm hoping that there will be more installments because I've become attached to Link and Rocky. Honestly, I could read a new book about them every month for the foreseeable future.

Overall, this was a great fourth installment. I love how Rocky and Link are getting closer and closer. Their scenes together are fantastic.

Looking forward to taking down the Cowboy!

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"He knows about Lea. He knows about Rocky. He must be watching me."
Profile Image for Mirjana **DTR - Down to Read**.
1,480 reviews810 followers
February 13, 2015

***4.5 Stars***

But can I let him inside?

Inside my body.

Inside my mind.

I've already allowed him in one. I know I want him in the other. But I'm scared of where else he'll invade. What other parts of myself I'll open for him.




Both characters are struggling. Struggling with what they're feeling, what's happening...struggling with the fear of where this might go.

I haven't felt contentment in years. Four years, to be exact. It doesn't feel real. Or secure. Like I'm dreaming.

My first instinct wasn't to miss Liv. It was to enjoy Rocky.


Link and Rocky are opening themselves up to the possibilities. Rocky is beginning to surrender to her feelings and desires for Link, while Link is beginning to come to terms that he may be able live again after Olivia's murder.

"A part of me died with Olivia. But sometimes it feels like Rocky's breathing life back into me."


I love how they're trying to heal each other. Both admit they're fucked up, scared and worst of all....scarred. But underneath their pain and fear is honesty. Neither is pretending that they can give or receive more than what they can.

"I'm tired of just existing, Rocky. I want to live again. I do. But I don't know how to do it without her."

"You keep existing until you make a life for yourself. You loved her - you still love her - but you're more than just the boyfriend who survived. If you let me, I'll help you figure it out. And maybe you can help me too."


But now there's even more at stake for Link. His quest for vengeance is tied up with Rocky. The lines are beginning to blur. He's even more determined now. Can he finally put his demons to rest? Can he finally find some semblance of peace?

I spent four years planning my revenge and seeking vengeance. And in one night, my life's goal was altered. I haven't forgotten Liv. She'll still have her justice. But right now, it doesn't seem as important as it did just yesterday. Because retribution isn't the sole purpose any longer. Now it's prevention. Protection. It's self-defense.

I'm defending Rocky's life. I'm defending myself against suffering another loss.


I have absolutely NO IDEA how the author is going to wrap this all up in the final installment. So much left hanging. So many possibilities. So many unanswered questions.

Profile Image for Michelle.
2,082 reviews895 followers
July 28, 2014
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The fourth installment picks up just where we left book three, Link and Rocky have learned that beyond the attraction - their lives connect far deeper than imagined. As they grow closer, Link is realizing that for the first time in four years the women consuming his thoughts is not the one he's used to. As Link continues to see vengeance for Olivia's death he knows he has to protect Rocky, even if he isn't ready to admit that their pairing runs far deeper than just a quick release.

We are nearing the end of this series and there is still so many different ways things can play out. I can't imagine how explosive this serial will end up being since there is still so much ground to cover with just one book left. Both these characters are tragically beautiful. The heat in this book was beyond hot - fanning yourself is not enough to get you through some of these moments.

Being my first Cheryl McIntyre read, I can honestly say that I can't wait to read more from this author.
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874 reviews48 followers
June 20, 2016
3.5 Stars
Profile Image for S.M. West.
Author 38 books1,242 followers
December 14, 2014
4.5 "FINALLY!" STARS

This picks up right from the last installment. As Linken and Rocky become closer, they also realize how their lives are entwined in ways they never imagined. Link continues to fight his growing attention to Rocky at the expense of Olivia’s memory and Rocky realizes she could fall for Link but fears that would give him the power to destroy her.

“He just feels right. We feel right. And nothing has felt right in so, so long.” - Rocky

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“I like you. A lot. But I’m not your happily-ever-after.” – Linken

I have so many different scenarios playing out in my head as to how the final installment could end...All I know for sure, is no matter what, this series has been ratcheting up the passion, the vengeance, the fear, the angst and the end will be an EPIC climax! As much as I want more of these two, I really don’t want their story to end.
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303 reviews
May 19, 2014
4.5 stars

Gah! I need book 5! Link is awesome. I can't help it, I love him!!



I think I was traumatized enough by the event in Link's past, that I am completely on board with his plan for revenge. The whole thing seems completely reasonable to me! I just hope things work out for him and he can move on:( She has a lot to wrap up if book 5 is the last one, but I'm looking forward to it!
Profile Image for Jen.
821 reviews137 followers
May 4, 2014
Wow! Things are just starting to heat up between Link and Rocky! Not sure where this is going with only one more book in this five novella series, but I'm dying to find out. Gotta love the way they use paint ;)

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459 reviews103 followers
April 27, 2014
finally some sexy time with link and rocky!!! loved it cant wait for the next one to come out!
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24 reviews12 followers
March 3, 2017
Whoa momma! This was the heat wave intensity instalment. Will I ever be able to look at paint the same way again? I think not~ Dayum! Link and Rocky go all the way. Rocky's had oral hookups but she hasn't had intercourse, not since her rape. She's nervous about giving herself to anyone completely. Link is kind and gentle and scared of letting himself go. Scared of being unfaithful to Livie's memory and love. Everything was tender and passionate but so intense.

Rocky's recent attack by Cowboy is linked to Livie's rape and death and Link's eighteen physical scars, his innumerable inner scars. This gives Link an extra push to take his vigilantism to another person before shit gets close to home once more. Link moves Rocky into his home because she can't be left alone with her rapist about and Cowboy stalking.

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The reporters are on Link's case about the death of one of Livie's rapist/murderers, because he had a box of clippings about the trial at the scene of his suicide.

Link and Rocky are charged particles glancing off one another. It hurts my heart. It fills me with hope. I want them together. I want them happy. I want revenge for Livie and Rocky and for Link to feel whole. Book #5, here I come!
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Author 29 books2,128 followers
May 5, 2014
MY MIXED FEELINGS.

I've been sitting on my review for a couple of days. I just can't seem to find the words to describe this serial anymore--rare coming from me.

Here are my mixed feelings: I'm not a picketing sort of person, but I want to--or more like I'm dying to--stand outside every big publishing house in the nation to make sure one of them (ATRIA!) takes off running with it. The Dirty series is so damn good that I'm just...shaking my head. I want the entire world to be able to discover it.

On the other side, I caught myself thinking: does it matter? Of course, it matters to Cheryl, who deserves monetary recognition for her talent too, but...if there's this gorgeous jewel laying there, safely tucked into a jewelry box, for only the most alert to find... isn't it still just as beautiful as if it's around the neck of royalty?

Ahh. I became all poetic here. Sorry about the rambling. But just saying.
I. Love. This. Serial.

xoxo
Sunniva
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Author 32 books241 followers
April 26, 2014
With each book I keep asking myself how this keeps happening. How it's possible to become even more invested in two characters and their ending than I already am. It continues to amaze me. Just when you think your heart stops with the way book 3 ended, book 4 comes along and does it again! WOW. This series is so damn addictive, I have to read each installment in one sitting because walking away is just not allowed.

The only problem I face now is waiting for the final book. Bring on the test of patience and the passing of time. Hopefully it will be swift so I can fall in love with Linken and Rocky all over again sooner than soon!

Love this book. All hail the Yoda of NA Cheryl McIntyre. She has again outdone herself and set the bar for great NA reads.
Profile Image for JewelsyGoolsy.
638 reviews99 followers
April 25, 2014
To the author: you are awesome but so cruel! I'm addicted to this series as it's so bloody good, yet you keep me hanging and anticipating like a drug addict for my next hit! Please put me out of my blissful misery soon.....
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97 reviews1 follower
March 18, 2024
I actually read this in like 20 minutes !
Profile Image for Eva Suarez.
233 reviews9 followers
June 1, 2014
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Me ha gustado, aunque es un libro que esperaba un poco más.

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En esta entrega, por fin ha sucedido lo que tanto quería.
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Además esperaba, un poco más de Link. Me hubiese gustado, que le permitiese ''entrar'' a Rocky en su sistema.

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Ahora, lo que no esperaba era que apareciera el ''vaquero'' amenazando a Leah y Rocky.

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No es una historia que se pueda perder. Sobre todo, si se llevan tres libros leídos de la saga.
Recomendado.

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Profile Image for Sandy Catanzarita.
230 reviews2 followers
April 26, 2014
This story just keeps getting better. In this 4th installment you get to see even more into the tragic lives of the 2 main characters, Link and Rocky.
Even in tragic events of the past you see the strength, even if it's not obvious, people posses through the worst of times. This story to me shows how people can move on, even if their process isn't the best way. Can't wait for the 5th and final installment of this series. It will be part of my read again books. I highly recommend this series.
This has quickly become one of my favorite authors. She just knows how to bring you deep into a story like you are living it. That's the type of authors I highly enjoy. I love it when an author or a story can make you forget reality even for a short time.
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125 reviews84 followers
January 23, 2015
**Warning: contains dark themes, offensive language and graphic sexual content**

"It's okay. It's okay." She repeats over and over, her breath caressing my skin with each recurring word. It's soothing. Reassuring. Calming.
Addictive.

"I won't hurt you," he repeats.
I wish that was enough. I wish I could take control over my emotions, I wish I could be free. Be in charge of my life.


The relationship shared between Link and Rocky is getting incredibly intense, and I can't help but be over-the-moon happy about it, despite the circumstances.
Profile Image for Honey Warren.
761 reviews4 followers
June 13, 2014
I'm getting so close to the end!!! I am very anxious for a conclusion! Every book has me more desperate for the next!

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