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Metal Cowboys #1
Copper
He’s sexy, exciting, and capable of taking care of what’s his…everything she needs. She just doesn't know it yet.
There’s a new breed of cowboy calling Texas home. The Metal Cowboys prefer bikes to horses, but that only makes them sexier. The rugged men are led by Copper Ellison. The former Navy SEAL is tough as nails, but he’s got one weakness.
Marla Taylor prefers safe and boring to dangerous and exciting, so staying out of the way of the Metal Cowboys is a top priority. Unfortunately, that’s hard to do since her sister works for them. She manages to catch the eye of Copper, who has every intention of taking the sweet and shy Marla on the ride of her life. When her worst nightmare becomes reality, Copper comes to the rescue. Passion is ignited, and Marla and Copper quickly learn they can’t live without each other.
There’s a new breed of cowboy calling Texas home. The Metal Cowboys prefer bikes to horses, but that only makes them sexier. The rugged men are led by Copper Ellison. The former Navy SEAL is tough as nails, but he’s got one weakness.
Marla Taylor prefers safe and boring to dangerous and exciting, so staying out of the way of the Metal Cowboys is a top priority. Unfortunately, that’s hard to do since her sister works for them. She manages to catch the eye of Copper, who has every intention of taking the sweet and shy Marla on the ride of her life. When her worst nightmare becomes reality, Copper comes to the rescue. Passion is ignited, and Marla and Copper quickly learn they can’t live without each other.
180 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 30, 2014
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October 9, 2018
Don’t worry, Copper. For the record, I approve. The two of you are gonna be perfect together. You need each other. She’ll keep your inner bad boy under control, and you’ll bring out the wild girl inside her that’s dying to come out and play. - Natalie Taylor
I found Copper quite hard to review, it uses a lot of the stereotypes associated with the romance sub-genre it fits into. The Metal Cowboys are former military men using the skills the military taught them to help, they have the requisite tech monkey, medic, leader, sniper. It feels a bit lite a short form version of the Black Knights Inc series (first book Hell On Wheels), but that might have been the first of the genre I read. Using the metals as monikers is quite clever, Copper's name partially comes from his appearance but it might be more than that.
Alright to the book itself. I liked the story it was predictable but I like predictable when I'm on the train. The predictable plot was also a good way to introduce the cast of characters mostly the Taylor sisters and the Metal Cowboys (though the next female lead, Lexi, is introduced) and the world, the mansion/ workshop is spectacular. Marla is to me quite a well-written character; she was an abused woman and is gunshy among men, her subservient streak comes from her abuse which she never dealt with. Her relationship with her sister was one of the highlights of the book. Copper is a military man, he's has a serious protective streak and that makes him do some seriously stupid stuff but it comes from a good place. Look I love military men, it takes a lot for me to fault them, we all know the deal going in.
Popularity of this book with readers could be dependant upon what people are after there are a lot of stereotypes and predictabilities but for readers new to the genre it is a good place to start, quick and easy. For those that have been reading the genre longer, it depends what you are looking for. I found it more than satisfying despite it feeling quite short and having a few floors but if I was to read it at a different time I might dislike it. Mercury is book two, Mercury is their sniper, his soul is heavy hence the moniker. Snipers and damaged souls are my romance genre weakness.
My reading experience in a gif:
(Sorry, not sorry, I couldn't resist)
August 23, 2014
I actually really enjoyed the story. I did find the characters dialogue rather formal, but it didn't distract from the story.
Marla is wary of men, and thanks to her crazy ex, she has reason to be. Copper is ex military and Alpha to the bone. I think they make a great couple.
I hope the next book is Natalie and Chrome's. I sense Lexi may be introduced to one of the cowboys as well. I will be staying tuned :)
Marla is wary of men, and thanks to her crazy ex, she has reason to be. Copper is ex military and Alpha to the bone. I think they make a great couple.
I hope the next book is Natalie and Chrome's. I sense Lexi may be introduced to one of the cowboys as well. I will be staying tuned :)
September 16, 2016
I really liked this book, I think it could have been a little longer to give a bit more time for the characters to develop a little more but still a very good read. I am looking forward to the rest of the series.
May 7, 2019
Copper
It was an ok quite quick read, I think this is about the 2nd/3rd book I have read (not this author) that has to write full words e.g. I have, we can not etc. Where it would've been better and more in line if it would've been abbreviated, I also think this is one of the first books that I've read where ex navy seals also bikers are so properly spoken and no swearing the worst thing to be said was bullish#t, I like my biker books to be nitty gritty ,so if you like your biker books with very little profanity then this is for you, will I read the rest in the series? Maybe.
It was an ok quite quick read, I think this is about the 2nd/3rd book I have read (not this author) that has to write full words e.g. I have, we can not etc. Where it would've been better and more in line if it would've been abbreviated, I also think this is one of the first books that I've read where ex navy seals also bikers are so properly spoken and no swearing the worst thing to be said was bullish#t, I like my biker books to be nitty gritty ,so if you like your biker books with very little profanity then this is for you, will I read the rest in the series? Maybe.
February 11, 2019
A very nice surprise.
This is the first book by Iris Abbott I've read and i really liked it. It had more than enough plot to keep me infested and enough sexy scenes to satisfy those looking for that. The hero was not over the top crazy alpha. He was what every woman dreams of but seldom finds. The other characters were memorable and I hope they get books of their own. Especially Natalie. I will be reading more Iris Abbott books and checking to see if she has an author site.
This is the first book by Iris Abbott I've read and i really liked it. It had more than enough plot to keep me infested and enough sexy scenes to satisfy those looking for that. The hero was not over the top crazy alpha. He was what every woman dreams of but seldom finds. The other characters were memorable and I hope they get books of their own. Especially Natalie. I will be reading more Iris Abbott books and checking to see if she has an author site.
March 19, 2018
Where to begin. The plot stepped over the believable line too many times. Characters that didn't stay in character. Lots of repetitive and long winded prose. Miss used words (explicative is not the same as expletive). Sophomoric writing at best. Cleaned up this would barely be a short story, but a good one, hence, the extra star.
August 26, 2018
When an ex boyfriend returns to stalk her, she turns to the exmilitary motor cycle builders her sister works for.
After someone shoots at her, wounding her, she calls her sister who tells her to hightail it for the shop where she is employed. The men there are all retired military and will protect them with their lives.
After someone shoots at her, wounding her, she calls her sister who tells her to hightail it for the shop where she is employed. The men there are all retired military and will protect them with their lives.
December 2, 2022
Great book!
Finding a new author is always exciting for me and Iris has a new fan in me. The flow of the story was very smooth and the characters were believable and ready to protect the ones who need help. Anyone who enjoys Motorcycle Clubs and former military mindsets are in for a treat.
Finding a new author is always exciting for me and Iris has a new fan in me. The flow of the story was very smooth and the characters were believable and ready to protect the ones who need help. Anyone who enjoys Motorcycle Clubs and former military mindsets are in for a treat.
April 29, 2019
Enjoyable quick read
Copper has sights set on Marla for ages but she is skittish. When Marla has someone after her the Metal Cowboys is where she heads. Leading to safety bearing her grief and finding love.
Copper has sights set on Marla for ages but she is skittish. When Marla has someone after her the Metal Cowboys is where she heads. Leading to safety bearing her grief and finding love.
August 6, 2019
super fast, super easy read. pretty cliched but quite enjoyable non the less. have been meaning to read this for a while since I picked it up as a freebie on kindle. got the rest of the books but didn't get around to reading them. this week I will be meeting all the metal cowboys
June 3, 2022
It was nice.
The story was nice and sweet. I understand that not all authors or people use vulgar or explicit descriptors but the repetition of the replacement words here made the book seem cheesy.
The story was nice and sweet. I understand that not all authors or people use vulgar or explicit descriptors but the repetition of the replacement words here made the book seem cheesy.
March 21, 2017
I enjoyed the book
I think the time frame needs adjusting. Still the story was good enough for me to want to read the next one
I think the time frame needs adjusting. Still the story was good enough for me to want to read the next one
May 22, 2017
the story was well written but I didn't really care about the characters; they seemed a little one note
October 18, 2017
Average
This book is good enough for a read. It is not too long and is entertaining enough. I just thought it was average.
This book is good enough for a read. It is not too long and is entertaining enough. I just thought it was average.
March 19, 2018
Love this series
August 3, 2018
Loved it
August 20, 2018
Loved this story and Marla is adorable but Copper is hot!
September 8, 2018
Strong Determine Men
Who wouldn't want strong and rugged savior who rides a motorcycle. Copper is everything a women could want in the bedroom and outside of it.
Who wouldn't want strong and rugged savior who rides a motorcycle. Copper is everything a women could want in the bedroom and outside of it.
March 11, 2019
Excellent
A great beginning to this series. Some good twists and turns plus action and romance. Kept my attention. Very enjoyable.
A great beginning to this series. Some good twists and turns plus action and romance. Kept my attention. Very enjoyable.
April 5, 2019
I'm hooked
This is the first book I have read by Iris. I can't wait to read the rest of the series. Copper as Marla were great together.
This is the first book I have read by Iris. I can't wait to read the rest of the series. Copper as Marla were great together.
October 30, 2022
Sweet romance
This was a good read; no swearing, very little sex and light drama. Very tame for a MC romance. For those wanting a light read, this would fit that description.
This was a good read; no swearing, very little sex and light drama. Very tame for a MC romance. For those wanting a light read, this would fit that description.
March 18, 2017
Good
The story was a bit rushed,it needed to expand a bit and develop the characters.such a pity it was so short. Enjoyed it
The story was a bit rushed,it needed to expand a bit and develop the characters.such a pity it was so short. Enjoyed it
September 18, 2019
Who would have ever thought of ex-Navy Seals as cowboys and bikers too? I have to admit it was a bit puzzling to me, but it turned out to be an interesting read.
This book is a fast read, not very long. It is a bit of light fun at times. I found the characters interesting if a bit bland at times. This is not among the best romantic reads but I enjoyed it anyway.
This book is a fast read, not very long. It is a bit of light fun at times. I found the characters interesting if a bit bland at times. This is not among the best romantic reads but I enjoyed it anyway.
August 19, 2014
An ok read.
December 25, 2023
From the first page, I was sucked into the story. The charters were wonderful and there was just the right amount of suspense. I can't wait for the next book in the Metal Cowboys series!
September 29, 2016
Really like this book. It was a nice story that was well written. The story pulled you in and hooked you form the first page. It was a nice quick summer read!
August 6, 2014
I hated the dialogue in this book! No one talks like these characters do.
August 22, 2014
3.5 stars
March 27, 2017
Wow, this is going to be an awesome series!!! Loved this book! I can't wait to read the next one in the series!
March 28, 2017
Missing something
The story line was good, but the book was missing something.
Not a story you can get lost in, instead towards the end I was just skimming.
Sorry but wasn't my cup of tea.
The story line was good, but the book was missing something.
Not a story you can get lost in, instead towards the end I was just skimming.
Sorry but wasn't my cup of tea.
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