Hawk

Redemption Riders #1

by A.G. Kirkham

Hawk is meant to lead a club of his own and with the guidance of his good friend and mentor, Guard from Satan’s Pride, the Redemption Riders were born. Devoted to his club and brothers, he doesn’t have the time for a woman in his life. However, when the right woman comes along, you make time.

Etain is coming off a bad relationship and isn’t looking for another man or love. She wants to get her life back on track and focus on her career. Hawk is a force she wasn’t prepared for, and her emotions run wild every time he’s near and now that she works for him, she can’t avoid her feelings.

A rival club threatens to invade the Redemption Rider’s territory and Etain’s ex refuses to accept the breakup. Can they survive the storm?

Genres: Romance, Romantic Suspense, Dark Romance

Kindle Edition

Published December 9, 2024

Reviews

[Doris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome!!

This is the first book in the Redemption Riders series and I have to say I’m hooked. This author killed it with the characters in her book along with MC drama. Hawk is the President of the MC and is first hand to witness Etain telling her ex-fiancé to take a hike. Hawk is impressed with the little spitfire and offers her a job at his club’s mechanic shop.

As Etain starts her life over it’s Hawk that steps in to make that happen. The connection they have for each other feels real and I love the way Hawk is patient with Etain.

With the club at war with a rival, Hawk will do anything to protect the woman he has fallen for. With all the side characters in this book I cannot wait for the next book in this series to release.

[N.N. Heaven · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hawk is president and founder of Redemption Riders MC. From the first moment he laid eyes on Etain, he knew he wanted her as his woman. He fell hard and fast but gives her the space she needs. Now, a rival MC is encroaching on Hawk’s turf and the gauntlet is thrown. Hawk and the boys have a plan to get ride of Gunner and his gang. Hawk has Etain to protect and the town he’s grown to love. Will it be enough or will Etain flee at the sight of trouble?

Hawk is book one in a new series by AG Kirkham. It’s got everything I love in a MC romance with characters that leap from the page, action, biker slang, descriptive narration, and romance that’ll melt your heart.

Let’s talk about these characters. Hawk is a hero with a soft heart and a very protective vibe. His character is tough, loyal, and does the right thing. Sure, he makes mistakes, but he owns up to it and fixes them quickly. He falls first and his love is a beacon. I couldn’t get enough of him.

Etain is a feisty redhead who speaks her mind and gives her ex-boyfriend walking papers when she discovers he cheated on her. She’s wicked smart and good with numbers. She also had a protective streak which makes her perfect for Hawk. I connected with her right away.

One of the things I enjoyed most in this book is seeing characters from AG Kirkham’s other two series (Satan’s Pride and Dark Reign). I hope more cameos appear in future books.

If you love dark MC romances, you’ll love Hawk. The writing is realistic, gritty, with unforgettable characters. I can’t wait to read more in this series!

My Rating: 5+ stars

Reviewed by: Nancy

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[Suzana · Rating 5 out of 5]

*ARC kindly provided by the author and I’m leaving an honest review*

✓Contemporary romance
✓Romantic suspense
✓MC romance
✓Loyalty and brotherhood
✓Strong willed heroine
✓Found family
✓The mystery, secrets and danger they are thrown into
✓Unpredictable twists and turns
✓Gripping / gritty /raw / dark

Hawk is the first book in Redemption Riders series. It is thrilling and gripping story that is enjoyable from start to finish. Hawk is a fast-paced and engaging story that balances romance, intrigue, and danger.

Hawk is determined to lead his own motorcycle club, the Redemption Riders. He prioritizes his club and brothers above all else, but when he meets Etain, a strong-willed woman, he finds himself drawn to her despite his busy schedule. Etain has just come out of a bad relationship and is focused on rebuilding her life and career. When she starts working for Hawk, she can't help but be affected by him. Amidst the troubles and danger: a rival club threatens the Redemption Riders' territory and Etain's ex-boyfriend refuses to accept their break up, Hawk and Etain must navigate their growing feelings for each other. Their bond deepens, making their partnership / relationship more believable and meaningful. These two stole my heart. Both have soft spot for each other even though they rather not admit it. They are equals, and Etain proves to be resilient and strong.

Fantastic start to the new series and highly recommended.

[Jojo Reeves · Rating 5 out of 5]

New author to me, new series for her.
I really got in to this book, Hawk is the Pres of the Redemption riders, the MC is popular in their little town of Wellington in Nebraska, they protect the town and it’s residents plus they employ a lot of them. Hawk is happy running garage, getting his fill of ‘Bunnies’ and hanging with his brothers till the universe tips his world on its axis and brings Etain in through the coffee shop door along with the man she is trying to get away from. Hawk steps in when the man who turns out to be her ex, Robert puts his hands on her and her steps in. One minute Etain is arguing with her cheating ex next she’s employed and dating the local MC Pres, who calls her Ginger which she hates from anyone else. Everything happens fast but it’s so well written and you are invested from the first chapter and feel bah it’s not fast at all let’s do this.
I’m ready for more from this series and ready to go back and read about his mentor Guard and the Satans pride MC.

[Linda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hawk is a great introduction to the new Redemption Riders series. I very much enjoy this author's stories whether they are mc, mafia, or security. Her characters are likeable and interesting and the stories fast paced. The lead characters have plenty of chemistry and there's a perfect amount of spice as well.

Take Hawk for example: a few minutes witnessing fiery Etain tell off her cheating ex, and Hawk knows, without a doubt, that this woman is meant to be his; and although Etain has decided not to rush into anything with a new man, she can't resist the strong, protective, caring president of the Redemption Riders MC.

Trouble with an unscrupulous mc, and with Etain's ex, who refuses to go away, are the basics of this exciting mc romance which completely held my interest from start to finish. I loved it and can't wait for Drifter's story in the next book. 4.5 stars

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Diana · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read the excerpt for this book and was instantly drawn. Hawk is the president of a MC and runs a mechanic shop.
Etain is a smart woman, just coming out of an ugly relationship and trying to start over.
This book gives you hope that life can always turn around for the better. I love that Etain meets a new friend who is exactly the person she needs to move on, giving words of wisdom that I felt in all levels. I will say that throughout the book, there’s such a huge build up towards a big scene and when it happens it falls short for me. I was bummed how a little anticlimactic it was.

Tropes: brotherhood, touch her and die, love at first sight
Spice: 🌶️
TW: cheating, drugs, abuse, guns, suicide, murder

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Krissy C · Rating 5 out of 5]

Received as an ARC and leaving my honest review voluntarily. The new Redemption Riders (RR) MC series is looking to be an exciting one, with Hawk and Etain's story kicking off the series. Hawk has ties to the Satan's Pride MC so we get to revisit familiar characters from the crossover series. It was interesting to read about how the RR came about and as the club is still new, Hawk as the Prez is focused on setting up the club and making sure his brothers are supported and will be successful. There is some danger and suspense because of a rival club and Nostra Casa gets involved so it had a definite edge. Really excited to read the next book in the series and looks like it may be Drifter and Sasha's story.

[Miss SHF Urquhart · Rating 5 out of 5]

Etain came home early from work to find her BF in bed with another woman. She has told him that they are done, but he doesn't appear capable of understanding the word No.

Hawk is at a diner with one of his club brothers, when Etain enters and her obnoxious ex has a firm grip of her arm. She hands the guy his character, which catches Hawks full attention.

Etain has to find a new job. This comes out in conversation and Hawk tells her he has a vacancy at his garage he felt she could do.

I laughed reading this book, and I found myself invested in what happens next all the way through the story.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[GKP2460 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hawk is book 1 in the exciting new Redemption Riders series. It's a crossover series with Satan's Pride and is Hawk and Etain's fast-paced story. This author has definitely started off this new series with a bang! Etain is struggling to get her life together and Hawk is solely focused on getting his Club off the ground. These two absolutely have explosive chemistry and the more they try to ignore the more combustible it gets. There's not a dull moment to be found in thier story. I'm excited to see more of this series and these characters!

[Judy Barrett · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hawk and Etain share an instant attraction for each other and their story leads off the first book in the Redemption Riders series. Hawk as president must figure out how to clear the threat to the club while also protecting Etain from an ex that doesn't want to let her go. There is also some cross over from the Satan's Pride MC and the Dark Reign series, but if you haven't read them that's OK as it doesn't confuse the story. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Didi · Rating 4 out of 5]

An exciting start to this new MC series. It seems that it is a spin off from another series since we meet characters from Satan's Pride MC but I never felt lost(and yes I will be looking into that series). The author writes in a way that kept me invested in the club and Hawk and Etain’s love journey. Loved Etain’s feistiness and Hawk’s possessiveness. Suspense filled with rival MC issues and and EX that just won’t go away. Can’t wait for the next in this series.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Ann L · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hawk, leader of the Redemption Riders, is devoted to his club and has no time for love—until he meets Etain. Fresh from a bad breakup, Etain is focused on rebuilding her life, but working for Hawk stirs emotions she can’t ignore. As a rival club threatens their territory and her ex refuses to let go, they must face challenges that could tear them apart.

This is the first book in a new MC and friends of Satans Pride MC

[Daiana Di · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved the beginning of this new series, Hawk as a leader is strong, but knows when he needs to lean on his brothers, and mentor Guard. I thoroughly enjoyed the cross over from Satan's pride and the Mafia series. I have read all the books and loved seeing all the characters come together to help the RR overcome an enemy. Etain needed to be show what real love and commitment means and Hawk was able to show her that! I can't wait for the next story in this series.

[Cody Marie Phoenix · Rating 4 out of 5]

New and exciting series, Redemption Riders. Hawk and Etian's story starts us off with a fast moving plotline with interesting new characters, and members of Satan's Pride show up throughout. You can see Guard's influence over the character of Hawk, and Etian is a spitfire. I'm assuming Drifter's story is next and it will be fascinating to see how he gets on with Sasha!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Jenni · Rating 5 out of 5]

Etain is starting a fresh after her breakup from her nasty ex, and ends up working for Hawk. He's drawn to her, but the clubs always come first for him before, but now it's Etain, when a rival club comes fo them her ex doesn't plan on letting her go. Well written engaging, steamy, drama, desires and more!

[Darcy · Rating 5 out of 5]

After thoroughly enjoying the Satan's Pride series and initially meeting Hawk, I couldn't wait to dive into the Redemption Riders and his new club. It certainly didn't disappoint. Kirkham is a talented author, who's characters are all you wish for and more. I loved how Etain stood up for herself and look forward to reading more of Hawk and the rest of the MC.

[Reader · Rating 5 out of 5]

Although this was a super short read for me it kept me captivated the whole time. I was on an emotional high from beginning to end. I can’t wait for the next book in the series!

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Wendy Smith]

Great read and good start to a new series. I absolutely loved Hawk and Ginger’s story ❤️❤️❤️ A definite page turner and very entertaining. 100% recommend this book to everyone ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ you will not be disappointed 😎🖤

[BecReadReview · Rating 5 out of 5]

A wonderful start to a series of bikers you want to know. I enjoyed Hawk & Etain's sweet & funny relationship. It gets steamy but still melts your heart with their emotions. I enjoyed the camaraderie within the brothers & the characters we get sneak peaks into. Brilliant.

[Marie Vayer · Rating 4 out of 5]

a great combination of books

Brings Reno Viale and Guard and his MC all together..a great lead in to book 2. Very few errors which I am thrilled about as the other two series were filled with errors. Several areas are predictable, some are dry and slow but a good read.

[Sammye · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the first book in the Redemption Riders series. It’s a very good beginning to a new series. I enjoyed the biker’s camaraderie and Hawk and Etain’s story. It’s an emotional, spicy, short read that kept me intrigued and entertained.

[Tracy Hogan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow what a way to start a new series with crossovers from some of my faves from another series. This author knows how to do drama, actions and steam. I absolutely adore this couple. They are so couple goals. I need more.

[Angie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome new series

Awesome new series!! I loved this couple. I can't wait to see what happens next. I also love the cross over thing with the first series