Whiskey Throttle: A Reverse Age Gap Best Friend’s Mother Biker Romance

by Gigi Meier

A trust fund rebel. His best friend’s mother. A shattered heart. A forbidden desire neither of them saw coming.

What’s more reckless than chasing the high of a perfect ride? Falling for the one woman I’m never supposed to touch.

That’s me. Hollister Prescott Morgan Harrington III. Born into Boston old money. Raised on rules, expectations, and family names that open doors I’d rather kick down. But none of that mattered the night I saw her.

Barbara “Babs” Barrett. My best friend’s mother. Untouchable. Impeccable. Drowning in grace and grief, wearing her pain like pearls strung too tight.

I wasn’t supposed to notice the way her voice trembled. Wasn’t supposed to want to chase the flicker of heat in her eyes when I held her just a little too long.

But I did.

Now she’s in my head. Under my skin. And every instinct screams to walk away before I ruin what’s left of her carefully curated world. Our carefully curated high society world.

And if Dom ever finds out? He’ll ground me into the pavement. But for the first time in my life, I don’t care about the consequences.

Because I see her. I want her. And I don’t care if it’s reckless, forbidden, or the worst mistake I’ll ever make.

I’m done playing by society’s rules.

Whiskey Throttle is a biker romance with a reverse age gap, forbidden love, and forced proximity between a trust fund college graduate and his best friend’s divorcee mother. Book three in The Bikers of Boston Series is a connected standalone.

327 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 29, 2025

About the author

GIGI MEIER retired from a thirty-year career in corporate America to write romance novels about strong female characters and their complicated, swoon-worthy men. She loves telling stories and figuring out why her characters do what they do. With heartbreaking angst, panty-dropping lust, and enviable love, her stories linger long after you close the book.

When GiGi is not eating over her laptop, she likes to spend time in the pool with her children, walk her furry babies, and film videos for Instagram. Whether working out with her trainer, attending a book club, or hosting a game night, she loves connecting with new people and making friends.

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Reviews

[Tabatha (tab.talks.books) · Rating 4 out of 5]

* 4.25⭐️5🌶️
* Received this as an eARC from Happily Booked PR.
* This book was so much more than a reverse age gap high society reformed playboy book. I did not read the other two books before this but the characters are really involved, especially Dominic. This book made me want to go and read his story because he is an extremely complex person. There is so much hurt and pain in this story with also so much love and forgiveness. This is the first book I’ve read from this author and absolutely not the last!
* The only issue I had with this book was the FMCs name - Barbara. Now not to hate on the Barbara’s but it’s just not a name I can picture a hot AF guys screaming while he’s pounding into her. I get she is an older woman but she’s not 70.
* Read if you like: reverse age gap, high society, best friends mom, biker MMC, golden retriever MMC x black cat FMC, he falls first, spicy weekend together, emotional complex histories

[Amber · Rating 4 out of 5]

When we meet Hollister in the previous two books, he's just another rich playboy college kid. He's met Babs at events but until he witnesses the hurt that his friend Dom and his dad puts her through, he really sees her. He comforts her and the feelings start to grow. Babs tries to deny their spark but eventually they give in. Their banter and chemistry was so good. What will happen when their relationship gets out?

[Kez Marie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was refreshing with a reverse age gap romance, and seeing the MMC character growth, respect and care. It wasn't just an insta love forbidden romance, they both had to fight for it, work at it, and understand exactly what they were becoming along the way. The FMC feels seen for the first time, desired, respected and wanted, and it's everything she deserves after her family's poor treatment of her and the suffocating lifestyle she's been trapped in.
At the same time Hollister gets to move away from his playboy reputation and have something real, something that scares and entices him, and he's prepared for the wrath of his best friend to pursue it, and defend their love.
There is a lot of emotional complexity in this, it has very raw moments, and truths shared that show regret, vulnerability, anger and betrayal. I loved the passion, the character chemistry, and the realistic way it shows struggles, desires and uncertainty.

[Linsey Toney · Rating 5 out of 5]

Whiskey Throttle is book 3 in The Bikers of Boston Series.

I really enjoyed this reverse age gap, BFF's mom. Let's face it this book isn't going to be for everyone, and that's okay. They are all adults, and this is a book, lol.. Anyways... I think this book was written well. I loved Babas and Hollister together. i think the reaction of her son is reasonable. I also think that Gigi added so many emotional situations in this book and made it all come together to make it seem more realistic. I'm looking forward to more of her books! This is a great series. I would recommend adding this book and series to your TBR!

[Chia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fast-paced, sexy, and full of adrenaline, this book had me hooked from page one. The racing backdrop adds so much energy, and the romance is just as intense. I loved how the characters balanced passion with vulnerability, giving the story both heat and heart. If you like your romances high-octane with a touch of grit, this one’s for you.

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Thank you, Happily Booked PR for the ARC

[Carrington · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thanks to Happily Booked PR for the arc! Loved so much! The banter was so good. Loved both characters too. Excited for more from this author!

[Jane litherland · Rating 5 out of 5]

OOF 😮‍💨 What can I say but terrific !Splendiferous,deliciously divine and I want him to be mine 🫠 He can be my rebel! I’d revel in the pleasure of his heat ! On repeat! Hollister Prescott Morgan Harrington III or my word ,I’ll be his cougar just give me the nod . I’m there like a shot! …. Okay now that’s me done dreaming about this hot guy in Gigi Meier’s new book Whiskey Throttle who has some bottle too. Phew ! His best friend’s mother Barbara’Babs’ Barrett is his dream woman all of a sudden….. A trust fund rebel . Raised in Boston to old money,rules and society and expectations,the creaming of palms and opening doors ,he rather not as he wouldn’t normally give them his snot . She’s his best friend’s divorcee mother ,forbidden fruit . He’s seen her around ,of course he has ,moving in the same class but after what his friend and that cad of a dad brought her to ? He sees her ,really sees this broken woman heavy in grief but drowning in grace . Is he the only one who’s really seeing her face? She’s wearing her pain and her voice trembles at the strain . But he notices her ,he knows her woes. Feels her emit a sigh in his arms when he squeezes her tight and those eyes as they fill with heat….Used to chasing his high of a perfect ride on a bike ,opening throttle ,he’s definitely got bottle . He’s a rebel ,off the rails but one glance at this goddess has him wanting to ramrod rail her into next week ,he’s so agog he cannot speak. He can see her deepest depths ,those un shed tears she should’ve wept. She tries ,she really does but he’s there for her to turn to every time . He’s mending his ways and the words that he says, his charm , this does disarm. Throws her desire through the roof ,she’s fought it so long but she’s got fire and wants him and that’s the honest truth. There’s societal pressure and loyalty to conform too ,for both of these two souls . Free fall ,risking it all. Do they fall together ? Risking Don finding out and pummelling him into the ground doesn’t stop him fantasising about pummelling Babs ,it’d be sound . Their kiss is so sweet with a little heat , Babs braces for the shame , the guilt to hit when his tongue glides over her lips graze hers for the first time she feels it in her hips I’m sure and it’s sublime . She should stop take stock but all she grabs ahold of is his cock. She’s feeling bold bold not too old . He’s fallen ,his cock swollen in his pants he’s eliciting groans ,he pants ,moans. It’s far from discrete this fumble in the dark in an arts exhibition but who cares when you’re losing your inhibitions. “You came just from that?” “I want you. Just the taste of you and the feel of your hand on me.I didn’t think we’d ever happen. I mean, I hoped, but yeah, I just came.” “No one ever asked me what I wanted. Not once. Not really.” “I’m asking, Barbara” This raw emotion,his devotion to her . He strips her bare but she doesn’t flinch nor care ,she trusts him implicitly to go there with his expertise ,fingers and tongue as he takes away her panties or was it a sarong , while on his knees he has her almost on hers as she feels his face in her sacred place , the answer to her prayers ,it’s seventh heaven this gives them both a thrill ,pure bliss her new nakedness is his for the taking the slaking . They’re made for each other . Drilling her with his hard dick until she’s slick and thick juices flowing to keep him going for days ,his iron dick pumping willing and able cause she has him in a daze. A reformed bad boy he may be but he’s heading to be Bab’s new toy to do with as she pleases and he teases her senses ,as she teases him senseless! Her heat ,her skill ,oh what a thrill . But there’s so much more to this hot guy and the reason why she’s not just a lay to have as he may. He’s not with her for his bit of fun despite what her son ,his friend does shout ,he loves her and that love’s devout. She feels privileged every ridge a testament to their start of forever. He’s fallen for this lady against the laws of their society. This is not depravity but clarity. He wants her in his arms ,in his bed and in his life ,for life…Maybe even his wife? Stranger things have happened before …. This fantastic book deserves an encore. Its set a precedent has this book . Just go read ,take a look between its sleeves. It’s decadent and beyond belief .it’s raw ,it’s racy ,its crazy , it’s spicy as hell fire and afire with desire. I loved how he was at her beck and call ,like a puppy and all too. It’s sweet it’s a dream it’s oh so supreme too . I’m telling you this book is packing and it’s on my bookshelf I’ll be stacking with the others in this hot series . He saw that she was in need even before he knew what he’d need. Tried to not fall but love is the only certain thing of all. Hers and his and its bliss. Heaven sent. And a testament of two wills who can give or take all the frills as long as they get to keep the thrills exclusively for each other. Despite her being Dom’s mother.

Favourite funny quote: “You brought me to the Hamptons to beat me with a mallet”

[Twinkle.butt.reads · Rating 3 out of 5]

Whiskey Throttle, the third book in the Bikers of Boston series, delivers a heady mix of passion, grit, and heart. GiGi Meier blends the heat of a steamy romance with the emotional pull of two characters fighting for love while navigating expectations and identity.
Hollister and Babs leap off the page with their layered personalities and undeniable chemistry. Their struggles—balancing who they are with who they’re “supposed” to be—make their love story both raw and relatable.The age-gap romance is more than just a trope here—it’s explored with nuance, showing the friction between desire, loyalty, and societal pressures. The emotional tension keeps you hooked.Meier’s writing is sharp, evocative, and immersive. The vivid descriptions and authentic dialogue pull you into the Boston biker world while grounding the romance in realism.
Whiskey Throttle is a captivating ride full of steam, soul, and self-discovery. Fans of contemporary romance—especially those who love stories with grit and heart—will not want to miss this one.

[love,care and self - ashlea · Rating 4 out of 5]

Book 3 in the bikers of Boston series and this time is Holli and Barbs story, a best friend’s mum, forbidden romance, with a reformed playboy and a recent divorcee. I have been watching excited to see what was brewing between these two, the connection is strong, real and hot! But aside from the spice, there is old and new hurt and so much pain in this story as well as many forms of love and much needed forgiveness.
We see past characters return, especially Dom, Barbs son, this book has many raw, emotional moments.
It was a strong story and beautifully written, I can’t wait for the twins story next.

[shadowarc13 · Rating 5 out of 5]

"I received an ARC and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.” Whiskey throttle. In the earlier novels, Hollister is portrayed as little more than a wealthy, carefree college playboy. However, when he witnesses the pain Babs endures at the hands of his friend Dan and his father, his outlook begins to change. For the first time, he truly sees her, offering comfort that soon develops into something deeper. Though Babs initially resists their growing connection, she cannot deny the chemistry between them. Their sharp banter and undeniable spark drive the story forward, leaving readers to wonder what consequences might arise should their relationship come to light. 💛

[Samantha AdamsMcCord · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is about a young man who never thought about loving not only his best friend mom but truly see her in all of her hurt and hate for people. Hollister was a young man that didn’t know what to do but true love Barbara and what she went through with her kids and her ex husband. He made her feel alive again. He wanted so much more then just his motorcycle he wanted her and hated that he felt that way for an older women and his best friends mom.

Babs is an older women who was young when she had kids and had a husband but never was there for her never helped her through things. She was trying to reconnect with her kids and more. But fell short until he showed up, made her feel alive again and young. There live blossomed and grew into something much more then they thought was going to happen must read and truly amazing story. The spicy is amazing.

[Dawn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Far and away Gigi's best book.

I love the dynamics between Hollister and Babs. Yes hes got golden retriever energy but it's exactly what she needs after the garbage hand she was dealt with her ex. Unfortunately add in her son Dom and it's a recipe for disaster waiting to happen.

This book dragged out emotions I wasn't prepared for and I'm not sorry about it. She hit home and hit deep writing Babs and Dom's complicated relationship. Painful and heartbreaking.

Get the book if you want to know more...you won't regret it.

[Ayesha Khan · Rating 4 out of 5]

so basically this book about university students Hollister, Dominic, Emilio Diego Massimo
so Dominic and Hollister are best friend and Dominic's mother was divorced and came from wealthy family so after the divorced she met Hollister and soon they start dating and getting involved each other as they shouldn't be close and Hollister is a biker and was playboy untill he met her and his intentions change towards her and he start like her they start meeting together and Hollister make olan for weekend with Dominic Mother at his family private house where they spend quality time together where they start making love together after that Dominic somehow came to knoe that his best friend is getting close to his mother he becomes very mad at Hollister and his mother but after all that Dominic mother feels like free again freshly person but Hollister is younger then her but still like her the way she is .
book is all about biker friends and reverse age gap romance
i give this 9.9/10 star because im not fan of romantic book but this book hook me up untill the end and i enjoy while reading

[Alecia · Rating 4 out of 5]

@authorgigimeier writes incredibly twisty, troubled MMCs with big hearts and lots of smolder. And her FMC’s are so witty, smart, and fearless! The growth that all characters go through are fun to read, and I loved Babs and Hollister’s vibe. @happilybookedpr #reverseagegap #arcreader #hefallsfirst #romancebook #angst #foundfamily

[Kathleen White · Rating 5 out of 5]

omg i loved this one people can change when it comes to caring about a person and changing their ways about how they care about people and they do grow up and understand what love is. highly recommended

[April · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is Book 3 in The Bikers of Boston Series and in this Book, it is Hollister's turn with Babs.

So far in this series, GiGi has covered some pretty dark topics... severe life altering accidents, serial killer hunts, age gap relatio ships and the perception of others, psychology, neurodiversity... and of course, this book was bo different.

The book picks up from a scene in Book 2 and takes off from there.

We learn more about Hollister and given that he has been a bit of a jerk in the other books (especially to Isabella), we see an entirely different side to him and for his faults, he is actually a decent enough guy.

We also meet Babs, Dom's Mum who has divorced her useless, lying husband but is struggling to be herself in a high society world where appearances are everything.

You can honestly see why these two are attracted to each other when you get to meet and learn about them both - Hollister has a need to fix and Babs... god love her, needs fixing. They also work really well together.

The story is mainly about family, repairing yourself/others while also finding yourself again.

As always GiGi has crafted yet another brilliant book with darker themes but a brilliant overall story!

I can't wait for Book 4 ❤️.

[Michelle-Louise · Rating 4 out of 5]

Now THIS is a book I can get behind, young 20-something biker who falls for his best mates MUM!!! Hotttt-tah!

Seriously loved this authors style of writing, not only was it a steamy forbidden romance, there were a lot of deeper issues explored here, particularly with MH and I really enjoyed finding out exactly how "damaged" the characters all were and how they resolved their issues through their relationships. And being in my 40s myself, I really related to the main FMC in terms of how invisible she felt as she got older, I'M RIGHT THERE WITH YOU BABS!

And the sneak preview of the next book, OOFT! Sign me up for Twisted Throttle!!!

[Genoveva · Rating 5 out of 5]

Did I cry a little reading this one, yes! Did I enjoy the crying session, hell yes! We finally get to see more of Hollister and we are not at all disappointed to see the depth of his character. But honestly it was Barbs that really drew me into this story. Feeling a little broken is something so many could relate to and to see her just become who she needs to become was truly beautifil.

[Rachael Hall · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not my typical reverse age gap but was a stellar read nonetheless. High society means you have to keep up a facade, but what if someone sees right thru it, that someone not only younger, as high in status as you, but your brooding son's best friend? The banter, the angst, the emotions really had me hooked and wanting to read more of these friends.

[Megan McWane · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 stars!! This is my first reverse age gap book. I didn’t think I would enjoy it as much as I did. Best friends mom, motorcycles, bad rich boys and reverse age gap romance all in one! Give it a shot if you haven’t read a reverse age gap book before! The banter between characters was good and book well written!

[Amanda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good story. I love a good golden retriever MMC. And the way he felt for the FMC… my heart.

[Nichole Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was waiting on Hollister's story for awhile. He did not disappoint! This is a reverse age gap, forbidden, bestfriend's mom romance. I have loved all the guys from the friend group so far, but I have to say Hollister took the lead. He is just so much wiser than his age and is just a caring & kind soul. He noticed things a lot of men his age couldn't even understand. Poor Babs. I really felt for her and understood what she was feeling and going through. I really believe she tried her best, the only way she really knew how. The chemistry and connection between Babs and Hollister was off the charts. The banter was everything. The spice was amazing. Of course, there was some fall out in the end, but it needed to happen. More than one person needed to let go and learn to start healing. I really enjoyed this book and I am super excited to read the twins story next!

[Christina Carberry · Rating 4 out of 5]

This forbidden romance wasn’t forced at all but Barbara and Hollister had to fight for what they wanted. Reading this book my heart broke for Dominic and the family. You truly never know what one person holds for so long. Spice level is 4 out of 5 but it didn’t need anything more than what it had.

[Katherine Tricker · Rating 4 out of 5]

Normally I'm not so sure about best friends mum or dad as a trope but GiGi Meier did this with absolute perfection.
Their connection was believable without feeling sordid, and when it comes out in the open the conversations between all the characters were so beautifully done. You could feel all the raw emotions and could understand all sides.

I'm really looking forward to the 4th book in the series later this year, Gigi Meier has a gift with the depth she gives to these characters.

[Courtney Woods · Rating 5 out of 5]

"all yours, my little sinner."
thank you to Gigi Meier and @happilybookedpr for an arc of this one!! i so enjoyed reading Hollister and Babs' story.

this book was DELICIOUS. these two are 🥵🥵🥵 hot damn. wow. the chemistry was instantaneous and so intense, their emotional connection was equally as intense, and the spicy scenes were unbelievable. i loved getting to know the "brothers" and what makes everyone tick and getting to see the growth and communication between Hollister and Babs and also between Hollister, Dom, Diego, Emilio and Massimo. i look forward to getting to know the rest of the gang!

[Jacqueline Fromm · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fantastic reverse age gap romance. You have two people that the world views as elite. They are high society and are perceived a certain way. They ave masks to cover the real them. He has this whole side life away from his family and she is the only one that seems to be able to see the real him. The taboo aspect of it being his friends mother make the falling out all worth it. It opened up doors that needed to be opened and gave the story just so much more feeling.

[╰⊱♥⊱╮ღ꧁Kathy,Ahmazing Book Faerie꧂ღ╭⊱♥≺ · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thank you Gigi for the ARC!!!
I loved this story. Barbara and Hollister are perfect together, regardless she's Hollisters best friend's mum!!! Oops!

I thought it was sweet Hollister had wanted Barbara (I'm sorry, but i can't with Babs!) for such a long time, and then it just kind of happened. Dom was another story, and a lot of drama comes before the healing from Hollister and Barbara being together.
I'm really looking forward to the next book, as we read a part of it included in this book, plus chapter one, as a bonus! I shouldn't laugh, but that was hilarious! Emilio, and Massimo's story is going to be epic! After all the drama of Whiskey throttle I think these boys deserve something a bit more lighthearted. I hope that's what we get!

[Crystal Rivera · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was surprised by this book. It was pretty well written, and the characters were so memorable.. I got sucked into the book pretty quickly. Babs and Hollister had great chemistry. It leaped off the pages.

[Darkangel Wagner · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a very good read. it proves love can happen anywhere to anyone. I loved all of the characters and how in each book everything comes together.

[Dayton · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a great read!

You’ve got reverse age gap romance with a mc club thrown in with great character growth for our MMC. Our FMC is the MMCs best friends mother and this is something I haven’t read before but man am i so glad i did!!! This was such a good read!!!

The plot was there, the pace and flow were nice. I enjoyed this read