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!
This is another addition to this author’s Cerberus MC Tenneessee series and it is another book that I can’t recommend highly enough. Jersey and Caitlyn both have had pasts that has shaped them into the people they are now. With Caitlynn being at the Cerberus compound working with one of the other brother’s son, they keep crossing paths. Some of their meetings are full of steam and the next are heartbreaking.
Be prepared for an emotional rollercoaster ride. There is steam, secrets and stalkers all which come together to make this a book that gave me a book hangover. I look forward as to what this author will give me next.
This is a beautiful story, with lots of excitement and extreme hotness mixed in. Jersey and Caitlyn meet in a sex club, but neither are there for the reasons others are. They form an instant connection, but they both have walls up. She is a childrens' counselor, and they soon find out her current job makes their situationship kind of a conflict of interest. Jersey is dark, broody, dominate, protective, and possessive. However, because of his previous trauma, he doesn't want to get into a relationship. Caitlyn hates being touched, at all, by anyone other than kids. ...and Jersey ;)
A previous villan makes an appearance, and if you've read the previous books, you definitely want to be here for it. If you haven't, don't worry, you will still want to be here for it. Enough information is given that you won't be lost :)
Ohhhh...and the last page 👀 I need the next book yesterday. It's not a cliffhanger, just JUICY info about another member and the newest member of the team.
Plot 10/10, Spice 10/10 Just read it!!!.
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4.25stars-JERSEY is the fourth instalment Marie James’ contemporary, adult CERBERUS MC: TENNESSEE erotic, MC romance series-a spin off from the author’s CERBERUS MC series. This is former ICE agent turned Cerberus member Roman aka Jersey Parker and counsellor Caitlyn Rudd’s story line. JERSEY can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines is revealed where necessary. Several characters from the original series including founder of the original New Mexico chapter Diego ‘Kincaid’ Anderson, Jericho and Hemlock, cross over for cohesion and back story.
NOTE: due to the nature of the story line premise, there may be triggers for more sensitive readers.
Told from dual first person perspectives (Caitlyn and Jersey) JERSEY follows the building romance and relationship between Cerberus member Roman aka Jersey Parker and counsellor Caitlyn Rudd. While on assignment ferreting out a possible sexual trafficking ring, Jersey will comes face to face with his future in the guise of Caitlyn Rudd, a woman whose aversion to touch finds her seeking touch therapy at a local club but from the outset Jersey struggles with his attraction to the woman with whom he will fall in love, an attraction he continues to deny until the very end. Caitlyn Rudd has not one but two stalkers, and in this, our heroine must face the reality of what is happening and why. With the help of the Cerberus MC, Caitlyn comes to terms with her future, and her future no longer includes the man that she loves.
The world building focuses on several pathways including the take down of a sexual trafficking ring; the ongoing therapy for not just Caitlyn, but for a young man who has seen too much pain and death, as well as Jersey’s acceptance of his past, and looking forward to the future.
The relationship between Jersey and Caitlyn is one of immediate attraction but both Caitlyn and Jersey struggle with demons from the past, demons that push Jersey out of Caitlyn’s life. As Caitlyn faces her own battles, Jersey is determined to fix everything he did wrong. The $ex scenes are provocative and intense without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text
There is a large ensemble cast of energetic and determined secondary and supporting characters many of whom we met in the previous story lines and original series. We are introduced to Dr. Rhonda Moore, as well as the return of Zeus and Lark. The requisite evil has many faces.
JERSEY is a story of secrets and lies,betrayal and obsession, power and control, acceptance and love. The premise is dramatic and edgy; the romance is passionate; the characters are broken and trouble but determined to heal.
This book is entertaining; you should definitely read it!! I really love connecting with the Cerberus characters. It’s easy to get lost in their story because they feel so real.
Each man in the Tennessee chapter carries personal demons; their past as ICE agents explains their current affiliation with Cerberus. Haunted by a past filled with the bitter taste of loss, Jersey shields himself from intimacy, erecting walls around his emotions. Caitlyn (who we met in Jericho’s story) has a heartbreaking backstory as well, and my emotions were all over the place with both of them!
There’s a bit of an insta-love feel to this one, and their undeniable chemistry made the steamy scenes quite entertaining. Soo Hot! Whew! However, things can get messy when feelings get involved, particularly with unresolved traumas. The club’s mission and the dangers they faced kept me on the edge of my seat, and that’s one of my favorite things about this author’s writing. The plots are both engaging and addictive, with consistently surprising situations.
This book was such a page-turner, I read it cover-to-cover in a single sitting—so plan accordingly.
This pair took a while to realize their unique compatibility, but their HEA was well worth the wait, and I adored it! You should definitely read this series in order for the best experience. I can’t wait to meet the next couple.
I received and ARC (thank you) and happily leave my review.
In book four of the Tennessee Chapter of Cerberus MC, Jersey (Roman) suffers from a past pain that haunts him and makes him feel unworthy to be loved. Caitlyn is suffering from an affliction she knows must stem from past pain but doesn’t remember it. She is a psychologist and understands the therapy behind her difficulty but is still having trouble with it. When Jersey sees Caitlyn at a club… in a scene… he can tell she is uncomfortable. He feels the need to make sure she is ok. Why he can’t look away from her is beyond him. When he learns she is the counselor to his boss’s son, he is struck with the dichotomy. He knows he shouldn’t get involved with her, but can he help himself?
These two characters pulled at my heartstrings, not only because of what each of them was dealing with but because they longed for each other. They both needed, desired and deserved to have each other. I loved the angst and anticipation of their relationship and how deeply they became connected. It was very emotional, intriguing, and intense. I’m looking forward to Zeus’ story next!
Jersey and Caitlyn both have terrible pasts that have shaped them into the people they are today and both struggle with trusting others and tend to put up ten foot tall walls. They have an instant connection when he sees her tied to a St. Andrews cross in the sex club he has under surveillance and he can tell she’s extremely uncomfortable. Imagine his surprise when he realizes it’s the child psychologist that’s treating his MC brother’s son.
These two have such a great connection, even though they fight it tooth and nail. Especially Jersey. My heart really broke for him since he felt he didn’t deserve anyone’s love and was destined to a life of misery and regret. There’s plenty of action that kept me glued to my seat, and I loved seeing these two get their happily ever after. I can’t wait for the next book, especially with that little snack we were left with in the final chapter.
Jersey hasn't been interested in hooking up or finding a woman. He's had his fair share of hook ups, but his life is circular, different day, same thing. His new assignment at the sex club doesn't bring any temptation to him either, until he sees the woman on the cross. He doesn't pay too much attention to her at first, but when he sees her eyes and then the rest of her, he's intrigued.
Unfortunately for Jersey, this woman is the one woman that's off limits to him. When he sees her at the cabin and finds out who she is he knows he has to stay away from her, but that proves to be hard.
I love the Cerberus MC books and the Tennessee and Las Vegas Chapters have brought so much more danger, sexy men, and intrigue to the mix of books. I love the characters and I love the women that tame these men and show them that life is better with the perfect partner for them. I can't wait to read more of the Cerberus MC books to come.
Caitlyn has issues she understands because of her training but cannot remember why she has them. Jersey has issues from a tragic loss which left him feeling incapable of loving or worthy of being loved. Something about each of them speaks to the other. Caitlyn tries to embrace it, and Jersey tries to fight it, but when danger comes to her, he will do whatever it takes to keep her safe. The entire Cerberus team works to protect her because she is important to Eli, and while they do that, they also continue to work on leads which ultimately result in finally taking down a long-time enemy. Lots of action, steamy and otherwise. We get to know some of the other team members a little bit more. Another awesome chapter in this series!.
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This next book in the Cerberus MC Tennessee Chapter had me drawn into this storyline and characters and unable to put this book down. Jersey and Caitlynn are drawn to each other like a moth to a flame, something that doesn't make sense when a connection like this is something that they both avoid. As temptation rages between them secrets, danger and their pasts might just be too much for these two to handle. There was so much push and pull from Jersey that had times he gave me whiplash, however when it counted, he was there to protect Caitlynn every step of the way. A story that is filled with plenty of heat and chemistry along with the love that Jersey and Caitlynn will find hard to ignore. Their story packs a punch and has you on the edge of your seat right to the very end. However, it is the ending that has me holding my breath and eager for the next book.
Second chances can come in the most unexpected packages
This is book 4 of The Cerberus MC Tennessee Chapter. I have been a fan of the Cerberus series for a while now. I love all the characters and the huge expanding world that Marie James has created. There are some characters that just stick with you more than others. Jersey and Caitlyn are one of those couples for me.
They are both just strong relatable characters that the past really grabs hold of you. I love the struggle and how they start to heal each other without even knowing it. Caitlyn's issues are real and not often talked about. I enjoyed following her on the journey trying to overcome them. This is a must couple you will love to have in your multiple read pile.
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Jersey is the 4th book in the Cerberus MC Tennessee Chapter.
This is Jersey and Caitlyn's story, which is steamy and heartbreaking all wrapped into one.
Jersey has suffered a tragic loss, but when he sees Caitlyn he can't get her off his mind. There is something about her that he can't shake. And then when he finds out she is the therapist of a member's son, will he be able to keep it strictly professional?
Caitlyn has her own demons to deal with, but for some reason Jersey calms her, and she, as a therapist, can't explain why.
As they both navigate whatever this is between them, they realize that they are both worthy of a life with each other and help each other work through their issues from their past!!.
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Jersey is book 4 in the Tennessee Charter of the Cerberus MC. After reading so many of the mc books by Marie James you would think they would get redundant but OH, no!! Marie James still gives us varying story lines and intriguing us with the characters that she puts together and Jersey and Caitlyn is no different.
Jersey meets Caitlyn in a sex club and becomes infatuated with her for reasons he can’t explain. He learns that she is a child psychologist and knows he should stay clear but he just can’t. Caitlyn is seeking help to deal with past pains that she just can’t remember but hoping to find it at the club.
Jersey and Caitlyn hit it off at the start but will they be enough to heal one another in the end or will the walls stay up that they both have built?
Jersey has become on of my favorites out of this series but can’t wait to see what Marie James will do next!
I really like Caitlyn .. she's introduced as Eli's therapist in Jericho's book ... and Jersey (Roman) runs into her at Catalyst ... while working. He hadn't met her yet, so was completely shocked to see her at the Compound .. in a swim suit by the pool. Jericho tells him she's off-limits ... and we all know how that's going to end.
Jersey has a very traumatic past that definitely affects his feelings for Caitlyn and how he interacts with her. He's definitely the type that drives me absolutely bonkers in dealing with their love interest.
Caitlyn's issue is one I really haven't read often in books. She can't stand to be touched by anyone ... and has no idea what in her past is causing it. She definitely didn't have a stellar childhood ... but no one instance comes to mind that might be causing this. She's following her therapist's advice of immersion therapy ... that requires the above mentioned sex club.
I love the Cerberus MC ... and this is a solid addition the the TN spin-off. Looking forward to Zeus' book next! It's gonna be a doozy I think.
I absolutely love this series, and the stories just keep getting better and better. Lol! One of the many things that I have always loved about Cerberus MC was how different they were, what they stood for, and how they're always going above and beyond to help anyone who needs it. It definitely makes it hard not to fall in love with them, and all of their significant others are just as amazing. Jersey seemed like he never had a care in the world, always getting along with everyone, but the tragedies in his past have kept him from getting close to anyone. It's going to be an intriguing story that will have lots of emotional turmoil, secrets, heartbreak, drama, angst, mystery, suspense, and hopefully another HEA, or will it? You won't want to miss this story or series! I would definitely recommend this book, series, and exceptional author.
Marie James does it again with this TN Chapter of Cerberus! I can't get enough of this world, and I am sure I say that in every review. But this world is one that I could read for as long as they are written. Every story is different, and I love the characters.
This is Jersey's book and held finally finds his match but in the most unlikely of places and situations. But when he realizes the connection that he has to Caitlyn, it is impossible to stay away. These two together are amazing. I love that Jersey has just as much effect on Caitlyn as she does on him. And the bond these two have in deep and solidified through this book.
I could live in this world for the rest of my reading days and be so very happy. I can't wait to see what happens next in the Cerberus TN chapter.
So Good. Both Jersey and Caitlyn had issues, big ones, some known and some unknown. How does this affect them? Jersey is able to feel like he just will deal with his wants and then move on, Caitlyn is just trying to keep herself grounded. They meet eye to eye and that is it, there is a pull and it's undeniable. But they each have a job to do and what impact will it have on them to continue to do their jobs after their first meeting? Will it be too late when they decide to take the chance? The entire Cerberus family to the rescue? Love how Hemlock has taken to his new role and his moods are the best! Loved it, feeling drained at the end, very emotional. Zeus, Can't wait for this addition.
Marie James is back with another addition to her Cerberus MC Tenneessee series. This is the fourth book in the series and it brings us readers Jersey and Caitlyn’s story.
Both Jersey and Caitlyn’s pasts have shaped them into the people they are today. The pair keep crossing one another’s paths as Caitlyn is working with one of the other brother’s son, within the Cerberus compound. When the pair get together it’s either full of steam or heartbreakingly sad. Their journey is an emotional roller coaster of a ride, there’s secrets, steam and stalkers too, when added together we’re left with one hell if a read.
Jersey was a fantastic addition to the series . I look forward seeing what’s in-store next from this author.
Jersey and Caitlynn are a great couple. Seeing how they maneuvered the struggles they each faced showed just how strong they truly are. The plot twist with the stalker was super unexpected, but I loved that it put things into perspective for them both. I also loved getting to see the other Cerberus members and catch up a little on how they are doing. I loved the spice in this, and how Jersey was able to be so respectful of Caitlynn’s boundaries. I don’t want to spoil any more, but I highly recommend this!.
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OMG Marie - What are you doing to me with these Cerberus Men.. this one..
What can I say about Jersey and Caitlyn aside from WOW.. This one had me in all sorts of knots.. and it was a emotional rollercoaster ride at FULL SPEED!!
Jersey has had a dark past - He is dark, dominate, and extremely possessive. Caitlyn has some very dark and disturbing demons she has been dealing with due to a not so great past.
The connection with Jersey and Caitlyn is Instant and Real.. Neither know what to do or how to deal.
I loved watching them overcome past trauma and find the trust and love - and I can not wait for the next one.
Jersey is book 4 in the Cerberus MC Tennessee Chapter written by the amazing author Marie James. Marie James does it again, each new story in this series is better than the last one. Roman " Jersey" & Caitlyn, an amazing pair! The emotional roller coaster I went through reading it was worth it. This story will have you all in your feelings and not able to put this book down. NO Spoilers!! I honestly can't recommend it highly enough.
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I can never say this enough, you cannot go wrong with a Marie James book. This lady knows how to write. How to pull you in and drag you under and hold you there until you get to that sweet, sweet HEA.
Caitlyn and Jersey both have issues. After Jersey sees Caitlyn at a sex club, he is smitten with her for reason he cannot understand. Caitlyn is at this sex club for her own therapy.
The push and pull between these two, gah! But, the secrets and dangers from their past can either bind them or tear them apart.
Marie James is still giving us something different with every story and I am LOVING it! This is the fourth installment in the series, and while we are getting Jersey and Caitlyn's story, seeing as Caitlyn is Eli's therapist, we are still getting his journey of healing. I have no clue how a story where the heroine has an aversion to touch and still be hot as heck. The chemistry between Jersey and Caitlyn set the kindle on fire. I ate this story up and give it 5 stars.
Jersey is book 4 in the Cerebrus MC, Tennessee Chapter series and is Jersey and Caitlyns intriguing, emotional, gritty, forbidden love story. These two are utterly consuming together and so completely perfect for each other. It takes a minute for things to fall into place, they both have a job to do afterall, but when they do finally settle it's explosive! Fantastic addition to this Tennessee Chapter!
I love this author and how her writing just flows.
Jersey and Caitlyn had this unbelievable connection, they were meant to be together. I loved how even though he thought it. Jersey could not stay away. I loved how Caitlyn just knew instinctively that Jersey was for her- they were meant to be!
I loved all the characters in the book. Overall, a really great read and a book I would recommend, I can't wait for the next one!
OMG I absolutely loved Jersey and Caitlyn’s story!! I think he has become my favorite Tennessee Cerberus member so far. They are both struggling with different issues and they come together in very unique ways. The way they meet is interesting. Marie does a fantastic job bringing us into the minds of the characters that they feel like family. And these two are a welcome addition. Kudos to Marie James on another outstanding book!
I am a sucker for a sad backstory and Jersey's fit that perfectly. His recurring nightmare about *spoiler* and the guilt he feels influences everything. Caitlyn is the one bright spot in his day, and he struggles to reconcile her own behaviours with the unexpected kindness she shows. An appearance from a villain, the danger the club faces in every mission, the fight for emotional stability and the hope of a loving relationship all makes for a page-turning story.
Marie James does it again! Grabs you from the very beginning and keeps you captivated throughout the entire ride. Jersey and Caitlyn are now at the top of my favorite couples list. This author manages to portray her characters in such honest and gut wrenching ways. You feel their pain and celebrate their ability to overcome obstacles. She has created worlds I never want to leave!
Another Cerberus adventure from Marie James. Two broken souls who need to find each other to heal. With of course her signature unexpected twist. Just when you think you know who’s coming…boy do I so enjoy each member of the Cerberus MC that I get to meet.
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Jersey has been an enigma throughout his pop-ups in the Cerberus series. Like all the others, his protectiveness is next level, but tempered with an innate empathy whenever they come into others. Whether it is one of people, they are going in to save or meet the love of their life. We know the members of Cerberus are going to end up with the best story ever!
An evocative thrill ride that had me on the edge of my seat the entire time. Jersey and Caitlyn have so many obstacles to overcome not only with each other and outside forces but within themselves. This journey tugged at my heartstrings leaving me wanting more. Marie James never ceases to amaze me. Phenomenal story!