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Deadly Aloha: Royal Bastards MC: Oahu, Hawaii Chapter
Aloiki Ka’ana’ana lives life to the women, waves, and whiskey. But when Elrik Jameson calls in a favor, he has no choice but to ride with the Royal Bastards to hunt down the Bloody Scorpions. The last person he expects to find in their clutches is Lu, the woman he once nearly claimed as his own.
Aloiki will do anything to protect his paradise, especially when that paradise is the woman who got away.
Aloiki will do anything to protect his paradise, especially when that paradise is the woman who got away.
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57 books168 followersElise Gedicke is a full-time author from Florida who writes Motorcycle Club Romance, Mountain Man Romance, and Dark Romance. She lives in her camper and travels the United States with her beagle, Porthos. A Disney Adult, she claims her second home has wheels, but her first has a castle. Elise believes in the power of Found Family and the pursuit of Happily Ever After, even if the path to get there is a little twisted. Follow her on social media for a chance to meet her in person.
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November 26, 2025
Aloiki Ka’ana’ana lives life to the women, waves, and whiskey. But when Elrik Jameson calls in a favor, he has no choice but to ride with the Royal Bastards to hunt down the Bloody Scorpions. The last person he expects to find in their clutches is Lu, the woman he once nearly claimed as his own.
Aloiki will do anything to protect his paradise, especially when that paradise is the woman who got away.
YOU'RE MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS!!! Please read and pay close attention to the trigger warnings at the beginning of this book. There is some content and scenes in this book that are not suitable for all readers and could be triggering for others. Always remember that your mental health comes first at all times. Reader discretion is advised. Intended for readers 18+.
Tropes: Love, Loyalty, Heartbreak, MC, Hawaii, Dark Romance, Contemporary, Second Chance, Found Family, Age Gap, Bike MMC, Erotic, MC Romance, Multi-Authored Series.
Deadly Aloha is the 1st book in The RBMC Oahu by Elise Gedicke. This is a new series set in Hawaii. This is a multi-authored RBMC series. OAHU Aloiki Ka'ana'ana is the president of the RBMC. This is Aloiki Ka'ana'ana and Lu's story. We also met Mal and Holly before in Elise's book Vengeance of Childhood Proportions which is a part of the Till Death Do Us Part Collection.
Elise does use a set of expressions in Hawaiian both jargon and terms.
Deadly Aloha is told from Aloiki's perspective while we do get a chapter or two from Lu's perspective.
This book follows the search for Lu's best friend Nishi and we see the Bloody Scorpions MC arrive on the Hawaiian Islands. Aloiki Ka'ana'ana gets a call from the RBMC National President Jameson that pulls him into a life that he never wanted.
Aloiki is a surfer by day and a porn star and producer at night he had left the MC five years earlier but a favor that's worded more like a demand by Jameson meant that Aloiki finds himself needing desperate help. And suddenly a new chapter of the RBMC is being formed. But, Aloiki had never in his wildest dreams expected to ever find the woman he had once loved, the woman who had walked away from him without looking back.
Aloiki learns that not only are the Bloody Scorpions dealing in drugs they are also in the human trafficking trade as well. And Lu, the woman who once walked away from Aloiki, has intentionally set herself up as a target for the Scorpions in order to find and save her best friend Nishi who Lu is scared may not survive.
Elise has built a world that is descriptive, dark and graphic. Aloiki is determined he is in charge and that he has changed. We see that betrayal comes at a steep cost; punishment is not only painful but it can be deadly when Aloiki is forced to administer discipline, torture, and he is not afraid to face the surrender of life.
I loved watching Aloiki and Lu get a second chance at their relationship. Both of these two are hypersexual and we often see them participating in voyeurism, exhibitionism, rough and questionable sex acts. Aloiki will do anything and everything possible to reclaim Lu as his but we see that Lu is struggling with her past betrayals and she is focused on finding her best friend. I found the spicy scenes to be provocative, aggressive and really very unconventional.
Elise has given us this wonderful large and diverse cast of secondary characters as Aloiki is starting to bring together his brotherhood for the newly formed chapter of the RBMC: Oahu, and the new members of this chapter are animated and I loved that we get to see their unique and distinct personalities. We also see several members of the RBMC from the National Chapter and of course we get to meet members of the Bloody Scorpions.
This is the story of power, control, betrayal, vengeance, grief, loss, family, friendship, forgiveness, and love. Its really very character driven and is dramatic, dark, edgy, and gritty. And Elise has written a romance that's atypical, eccentric and charismatic. And I loved that the romance was different from what we typically see in most dark romances.
What really stands out for me in this book out of everything that happens and all the plot twists and turns and all the emotions and ups and downs, out of everything, what stands out the most was the ending. I never saw that ending coming at all and I can honestly say that when I got to the end, more than a few tears were shed.
Aloiki will do anything to protect his paradise, especially when that paradise is the woman who got away.
YOU'RE MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS!!! Please read and pay close attention to the trigger warnings at the beginning of this book. There is some content and scenes in this book that are not suitable for all readers and could be triggering for others. Always remember that your mental health comes first at all times. Reader discretion is advised. Intended for readers 18+.
Tropes: Love, Loyalty, Heartbreak, MC, Hawaii, Dark Romance, Contemporary, Second Chance, Found Family, Age Gap, Bike MMC, Erotic, MC Romance, Multi-Authored Series.
Deadly Aloha is the 1st book in The RBMC Oahu by Elise Gedicke. This is a new series set in Hawaii. This is a multi-authored RBMC series. OAHU Aloiki Ka'ana'ana is the president of the RBMC. This is Aloiki Ka'ana'ana and Lu's story. We also met Mal and Holly before in Elise's book Vengeance of Childhood Proportions which is a part of the Till Death Do Us Part Collection.
Elise does use a set of expressions in Hawaiian both jargon and terms.
Deadly Aloha is told from Aloiki's perspective while we do get a chapter or two from Lu's perspective.
This book follows the search for Lu's best friend Nishi and we see the Bloody Scorpions MC arrive on the Hawaiian Islands. Aloiki Ka'ana'ana gets a call from the RBMC National President Jameson that pulls him into a life that he never wanted.
Aloiki is a surfer by day and a porn star and producer at night he had left the MC five years earlier but a favor that's worded more like a demand by Jameson meant that Aloiki finds himself needing desperate help. And suddenly a new chapter of the RBMC is being formed. But, Aloiki had never in his wildest dreams expected to ever find the woman he had once loved, the woman who had walked away from him without looking back.
Aloiki learns that not only are the Bloody Scorpions dealing in drugs they are also in the human trafficking trade as well. And Lu, the woman who once walked away from Aloiki, has intentionally set herself up as a target for the Scorpions in order to find and save her best friend Nishi who Lu is scared may not survive.
Elise has built a world that is descriptive, dark and graphic. Aloiki is determined he is in charge and that he has changed. We see that betrayal comes at a steep cost; punishment is not only painful but it can be deadly when Aloiki is forced to administer discipline, torture, and he is not afraid to face the surrender of life.
I loved watching Aloiki and Lu get a second chance at their relationship. Both of these two are hypersexual and we often see them participating in voyeurism, exhibitionism, rough and questionable sex acts. Aloiki will do anything and everything possible to reclaim Lu as his but we see that Lu is struggling with her past betrayals and she is focused on finding her best friend. I found the spicy scenes to be provocative, aggressive and really very unconventional.
Elise has given us this wonderful large and diverse cast of secondary characters as Aloiki is starting to bring together his brotherhood for the newly formed chapter of the RBMC: Oahu, and the new members of this chapter are animated and I loved that we get to see their unique and distinct personalities. We also see several members of the RBMC from the National Chapter and of course we get to meet members of the Bloody Scorpions.
This is the story of power, control, betrayal, vengeance, grief, loss, family, friendship, forgiveness, and love. Its really very character driven and is dramatic, dark, edgy, and gritty. And Elise has written a romance that's atypical, eccentric and charismatic. And I loved that the romance was different from what we typically see in most dark romances.
What really stands out for me in this book out of everything that happens and all the plot twists and turns and all the emotions and ups and downs, out of everything, what stands out the most was the ending. I never saw that ending coming at all and I can honestly say that when I got to the end, more than a few tears were shed.
November 25, 2025
If you are in the mood for a high action, intense and seriously sensual romance then this is the book for you. It is the start of a new MC series of multi authors that is quite dark and seriously spicy/erotic, taking place in the beautiful island of Oahu, Hawaii and is a second chance romance for Aloiki, the new MC president, and Lu, his former fiancee. This is NOT the soft MC romance that I was used to reading from this author’s other MC series (VDMC-which I highly recommend as well) and I high recommend reading the trigger warnings for this book is it covers some very dark subject matters and is, at times, quite graphic in detail. If you read the author’s other book ¨Vengeance of Childhood Proportions¨ which intertwines with this series, you know that she can be quite intense with her darker scenes but overall this is more of a hardcore and super spicy MC story, with several dark and intense moments in the story so please be aware when reading and be aware that the relationships in the book are overall consensual (except for one that referenced but not in too many direct details).
Aloiki is living a ¨free¨life as a bachelor and king of a porn empire, but when he’s forced to fulfill a debt he soon realizes that the one thing that he was searching for was really his other half, Lu, and now that she’s back on his turf he’s never going to giver her up again. The attraction between these two is explosive right from the start, but Aloiki´s intense, alpha male, and somewhat jerkish manner is at first a bit much for me. Yes, he is devoted to Lu and both were not suffering for company while they were separated (if you know what I mean), but at times his manner was hard for me to like. It was a bit too much, all the time which made him a bit unlikeable. His redeeming moments are the true support and devotion he has for his found/created family, especially for Lu. He supports her, even though it’s in some pretty unconventional ways (okay they are totally unconventional) and is open and honest about what’s going on with her, which was an issue for this couple the first time around. Lu herself is honest with hesitation to restart their romance but it is more than just the spicy times for these two, they do seem to balance each other quite well, each holding the other accountable.
The relationship between the FMC and MMC is very, very descriptive and 6/5 in spiciness with many open and voyeuristic moments, that are mutual for both, so be aware (no judgement if that is not your thing) but it’s action scenes are equally graphic so be prepared. Some scenes are quite intense and descriptive, almost too descriptive, however, there is an equal amount of attention to the devastatingly sad moments which evens things out. One scene in particular at the end of the story is devastatingly sad but written so beautifully that it made me feel hope that true goodness in there guys, although it’s buried under a mountain of darkness.
This is, in part, an origin story, as it shows how this chapter of the MC is created so there are a lot of characters that are introduced in this book, which at times is daunting, but it seems to blend with existing characters from other ¨sister¨ chapters of the MC. Not having read any other Royal Bastard MC books I can honestly say I was able to follow along the story without any difficulty, although those more familiar with the series may find it more enjoyable given their familiarity with the background. The only thing I cannot emphasize enough is the DARK SUBJECT MATTER, so please, please read the triggers for this book before reading it. I receiving an arc copy of this book from BookSirens and the author for my honest review. I am voluntarily leaving this review and all thoughts are my own. 4 stars.
Aloiki is living a ¨free¨life as a bachelor and king of a porn empire, but when he’s forced to fulfill a debt he soon realizes that the one thing that he was searching for was really his other half, Lu, and now that she’s back on his turf he’s never going to giver her up again. The attraction between these two is explosive right from the start, but Aloiki´s intense, alpha male, and somewhat jerkish manner is at first a bit much for me. Yes, he is devoted to Lu and both were not suffering for company while they were separated (if you know what I mean), but at times his manner was hard for me to like. It was a bit too much, all the time which made him a bit unlikeable. His redeeming moments are the true support and devotion he has for his found/created family, especially for Lu. He supports her, even though it’s in some pretty unconventional ways (okay they are totally unconventional) and is open and honest about what’s going on with her, which was an issue for this couple the first time around. Lu herself is honest with hesitation to restart their romance but it is more than just the spicy times for these two, they do seem to balance each other quite well, each holding the other accountable.
The relationship between the FMC and MMC is very, very descriptive and 6/5 in spiciness with many open and voyeuristic moments, that are mutual for both, so be aware (no judgement if that is not your thing) but it’s action scenes are equally graphic so be prepared. Some scenes are quite intense and descriptive, almost too descriptive, however, there is an equal amount of attention to the devastatingly sad moments which evens things out. One scene in particular at the end of the story is devastatingly sad but written so beautifully that it made me feel hope that true goodness in there guys, although it’s buried under a mountain of darkness.
This is, in part, an origin story, as it shows how this chapter of the MC is created so there are a lot of characters that are introduced in this book, which at times is daunting, but it seems to blend with existing characters from other ¨sister¨ chapters of the MC. Not having read any other Royal Bastard MC books I can honestly say I was able to follow along the story without any difficulty, although those more familiar with the series may find it more enjoyable given their familiarity with the background. The only thing I cannot emphasize enough is the DARK SUBJECT MATTER, so please, please read the triggers for this book before reading it. I receiving an arc copy of this book from BookSirens and the author for my honest review. I am voluntarily leaving this review and all thoughts are my own. 4 stars.
November 1, 2025
3.75stars-DEADLY ALOHA is the first instalment in Elise Gedicke’s contemporary, adult RBMC: OAHU, HAWAII dark, erotic, MC romance series, a part of the multi-authored RBMC series. This is president of the RBMC: OAHU Aloiki Ka’ana’ana, and Lu’s story line.
NOTE: Due to the nature of the story line premise, there WILL BE MANY triggers for more sensitive readers.
Some of the characters (Mal and Holly) were first introduced in the author’s VENGEANCE OF CHILDHOOD PROPORTIONS, a part of the TILL DEATH DO US PART collection.
The author includes a formulary of Hawaiian vernacular and terms.
Told from first person perspective (Aloiki) with a chapter or two from Lu, DEADLY ALOHA follows the search for Lu’s best friend Nishi, and the arrival of the Bloody Scorpions MC to the Hawaiian Islands. A call from the RBMC National President Jameson pulled Aloiki Ka’ana’ana into a life he did not want. A surfer by day, porn star and producer by night Aloiki left the MC life five years earlier but a favor, more like a demand, by Jameson meant Aloiki found himself in need of help, and a new chapter of the RBMC was formed but Aloiki never expected to find the woman he once loved, a woman who walked away without looking back. The Bloody Scorpions not only were dealing in drugs but human trafficking as well, and Lu set herself up as a target to save her friend who may not survive.
The world building is descriptive, dark, and graphic as Aloiki is determined to prove he is charge. Betrayal comes at a cost; punishment is painful and deadly when Aloiki metes out discipline, torture, and often forfeiture of life.
The relationship between Aloiki and Lu is one of second chances. Both Aloiki and Lu are hypersexual, often participating in voyeurism, exhibitionism, rough and questionable sex acts. Aloiki is determined to reclaim Lu as his own but our heroine is struggling with past betrayal and the need to find her missing friend. The $ex scenes are provocative, aggressive and unconventional.
There is a large and diverse ensemble cast of secondary and supporting characters as Aloiki begins to amass a brotherhood for the newly established RBMC: Oahu,as well as several members of the RBMC National Chapter, Bloody Scorpions, and the animated and distinct personalities of the new membership of the RBMC.
DEADLY ALOHA is a story of power and control, betrayal and vengeance, grief and loss, family and friendships, forgiveness and love. The character driven premise is dramatic, dark, edgy and gritty; the romance is limited; the characters are atypical, eccentric, and charismatic.
HEED the TRIGGER warnings-they are numerous and graphic.
copy supplied for review
NOTE: Due to the nature of the story line premise, there WILL BE MANY triggers for more sensitive readers.
Some of the characters (Mal and Holly) were first introduced in the author’s VENGEANCE OF CHILDHOOD PROPORTIONS, a part of the TILL DEATH DO US PART collection.
The author includes a formulary of Hawaiian vernacular and terms.
Told from first person perspective (Aloiki) with a chapter or two from Lu, DEADLY ALOHA follows the search for Lu’s best friend Nishi, and the arrival of the Bloody Scorpions MC to the Hawaiian Islands. A call from the RBMC National President Jameson pulled Aloiki Ka’ana’ana into a life he did not want. A surfer by day, porn star and producer by night Aloiki left the MC life five years earlier but a favor, more like a demand, by Jameson meant Aloiki found himself in need of help, and a new chapter of the RBMC was formed but Aloiki never expected to find the woman he once loved, a woman who walked away without looking back. The Bloody Scorpions not only were dealing in drugs but human trafficking as well, and Lu set herself up as a target to save her friend who may not survive.
The world building is descriptive, dark, and graphic as Aloiki is determined to prove he is charge. Betrayal comes at a cost; punishment is painful and deadly when Aloiki metes out discipline, torture, and often forfeiture of life.
The relationship between Aloiki and Lu is one of second chances. Both Aloiki and Lu are hypersexual, often participating in voyeurism, exhibitionism, rough and questionable sex acts. Aloiki is determined to reclaim Lu as his own but our heroine is struggling with past betrayal and the need to find her missing friend. The $ex scenes are provocative, aggressive and unconventional.
There is a large and diverse ensemble cast of secondary and supporting characters as Aloiki begins to amass a brotherhood for the newly established RBMC: Oahu,as well as several members of the RBMC National Chapter, Bloody Scorpions, and the animated and distinct personalities of the new membership of the RBMC.
DEADLY ALOHA is a story of power and control, betrayal and vengeance, grief and loss, family and friendships, forgiveness and love. The character driven premise is dramatic, dark, edgy and gritty; the romance is limited; the characters are atypical, eccentric, and charismatic.
HEED the TRIGGER warnings-they are numerous and graphic.
copy supplied for review
November 25, 2025
This book gives readers an epic dark romance with oodles of steam, danger and chaos. Aloiki is a force to be reckoned with when he realizes that Lu, the only woman he has ever loved, has been taken by the Bloody Scorpions MC for the purpose of trafficking. Nothing and no one can stand up to his feral and deadly methods of vengeance and rescue. He had no idea that she had been caught up in a dangerous situation when he began the investigation into why the Bloody Scorpions MC were on Oahu with members of the Royal Bastards MC, LA chapter. Rescuing and reclaiming Lu is his first priority, then his promise to find her missing friend and the heroin he let slip by him in order to get to her become his mission. Accomplishing that mission will require help from outside of the island too, and to that end, he agrees to become part of the Royal Bastards MC. He quickly establishes himself as President of the Oahu chapter with Tangaloa, his best friend, brother really, as his VP and a few of his other deadly friends/peers added to fill the ranks. Together they pursue the Bloody Scorpions and vow to dismantle their operations. Of course, his fiery Lu won’t be left behind as they hunt the Bloody Scorpions.
Aloiki and Lu have push/pull relationship. They snap, snarl and push at each other constantly, even during very intimate encounters, yet they would do anything to keep each other safe. They are both strong-willed, very passionate and rather volatile, but they are also fiercely loyal and love each other deeply. Morally grey …. most definitely, but they live by a code of honor, and value the land and their heritage as well as their friends and loved ones. The newly established Oahu chapter of the Royal Bastards MC quickly becomes a formidable group, a family of sorts, who support and protect each other unconditionally. I can’t wait to read more about all of the characters introduced in this riveting book.
Please make sure to read the triggers warnings before reading 5his book. I found it to be a fascinating and addictive. It has my recommendation.
Aloiki and Lu have push/pull relationship. They snap, snarl and push at each other constantly, even during very intimate encounters, yet they would do anything to keep each other safe. They are both strong-willed, very passionate and rather volatile, but they are also fiercely loyal and love each other deeply. Morally grey …. most definitely, but they live by a code of honor, and value the land and their heritage as well as their friends and loved ones. The newly established Oahu chapter of the Royal Bastards MC quickly becomes a formidable group, a family of sorts, who support and protect each other unconditionally. I can’t wait to read more about all of the characters introduced in this riveting book.
Please make sure to read the triggers warnings before reading 5his book. I found it to be a fascinating and addictive. It has my recommendation.
November 2, 2025
Deadly Aloha marks the beginning of the Hawaii Chapter in the multi-authored Royal Bastards MC series, and it’s definitely a unique addition to the RBMC world. I have to admit that I struggled a bit to fully dive into the story at first. I usually love Elise Gedicke’s work, but since I haven’t been completely drawn to other RBMC books, I might have started this one with some hesitation.
This book feels different from what the author usually writes, and that definitely influenced my reading experience. Here, we follow the story of Aloiki and Lu, although the main focus is clearly on Aloiki and on the creation of the Hawaii Chapter itself—why it came to be, how it was formed, and what it stands for. While I didn’t manage to connect deeply with Aloiki and Lu, I found myself much more intrigued by the secondary characters, and I’ll definitely keep reading the next books to discover their stories.
One of my favorite aspects of Deadly Aloha is the setting. The Hawaiian atmosphere is beautifully brought to life—everything, from the language to the details of the environment, immerses the reader completely. It’s rare in MC romance to witness the actual birth of a chapter, and that originality makes this book stand out.
Fans of Elise Gedicke will also enjoy the cameo from Mal and Holly from Vengeance of Childhood Proportions—a very pleasant surprise! The plot delivers everything you’d expect from a biker romance, with a few unexpected emotional twists. I didn’t see the ending coming at all and even shed a tear.
Overall, Deadly Aloha is an immersive, emotional start to the Hawaii Chapter. It’s a story of creation, loyalty, and unexpected emotions—all wrapped in the tropical, dangerous beauty of Hawaii.
This book feels different from what the author usually writes, and that definitely influenced my reading experience. Here, we follow the story of Aloiki and Lu, although the main focus is clearly on Aloiki and on the creation of the Hawaii Chapter itself—why it came to be, how it was formed, and what it stands for. While I didn’t manage to connect deeply with Aloiki and Lu, I found myself much more intrigued by the secondary characters, and I’ll definitely keep reading the next books to discover their stories.
One of my favorite aspects of Deadly Aloha is the setting. The Hawaiian atmosphere is beautifully brought to life—everything, from the language to the details of the environment, immerses the reader completely. It’s rare in MC romance to witness the actual birth of a chapter, and that originality makes this book stand out.
Fans of Elise Gedicke will also enjoy the cameo from Mal and Holly from Vengeance of Childhood Proportions—a very pleasant surprise! The plot delivers everything you’d expect from a biker romance, with a few unexpected emotional twists. I didn’t see the ending coming at all and even shed a tear.
Overall, Deadly Aloha is an immersive, emotional start to the Hawaii Chapter. It’s a story of creation, loyalty, and unexpected emotions—all wrapped in the tropical, dangerous beauty of Hawaii.
November 24, 2025
This is the first book I've read by this author, and at first, I wasn't quite sure if I liked the MMC Aloiki, but as the story evolved, I really did. He fights for what he believes in, even if it makes him enemies. He is passionate about the islands where he lives, and he will pursue anything that harms the island or its inhabitants with all his might. This is the reason he lost the love of his life, Lu, the first time around, because he put himself in constant danger, which terrified her.
Skip ahead five years from when Lu left him, and the President of the RBMC asks him for a favour; there are two of his RBMC brothers on the island chasing down a lead that the Bloody Scorpions have moved onto the island, and he wants to know why. Aloiki does too, because the Scorpions are not going to flood his home with drugs or trafficking. What Aloiki sees on the stakeout shocks him. He is determined, with the help of his friends, to go in there guns blazing and take the Scorpions down.
The story is action-packed, funny, passionate, steamy, but also has the element of sorrow going through it as well. Some have lost those they held dear and are still hurting from it.
Love, loyalty, and friendships are all tested. But the ones that show true loyalty join Aloiki in the new RBMC chapter, and I can't wait to read about the other brothers, especially the twins.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Skip ahead five years from when Lu left him, and the President of the RBMC asks him for a favour; there are two of his RBMC brothers on the island chasing down a lead that the Bloody Scorpions have moved onto the island, and he wants to know why. Aloiki does too, because the Scorpions are not going to flood his home with drugs or trafficking. What Aloiki sees on the stakeout shocks him. He is determined, with the help of his friends, to go in there guns blazing and take the Scorpions down.
The story is action-packed, funny, passionate, steamy, but also has the element of sorrow going through it as well. Some have lost those they held dear and are still hurting from it.
Love, loyalty, and friendships are all tested. But the ones that show true loyalty join Aloiki in the new RBMC chapter, and I can't wait to read about the other brothers, especially the twins.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
November 28, 2025
Seeing Elise write a MC romance series based on the island I was born and raised on made me TOO excited to dive into "Deadly Aloha"!
First, I can appreciate that she really did her research on Hawaiian culture when writing Aloiki and Lu's love story. From the spelling and pronunciation of their names, to character background and how the Hawaiian culture was described throughout the book, it was very authentic! Representation is something that is important to me and seeing her do it in a way that is authentic to Hawaii locals made this book that much more special of a read to me.
I enjoyed Aloiki and Lu's story. It was one of passion, spice, mystery and absolute chaos at times. Lu was a strong female lead and wasn't the type to be a submissive woman, taking what she wanted when she wanted it (and I LOVED THAT!!!). Aloiki was a strong male character and was quick to destroy people who ever thought of hurting Lu. Their back story really helped to give readers a full picture of why things were tense when it was. But how their reunion was just as special. I loved that Elise added many side characters that really added to the depth of the storyline. Each of them played a special role in the MC and added so many hilarious points through the book. The plot twists and intensity were soooo good at points too! She kept me on the edge of my site throughout it. I really loved this book and can't wait to continue the rest of this series when it comes out!
First, I can appreciate that she really did her research on Hawaiian culture when writing Aloiki and Lu's love story. From the spelling and pronunciation of their names, to character background and how the Hawaiian culture was described throughout the book, it was very authentic! Representation is something that is important to me and seeing her do it in a way that is authentic to Hawaii locals made this book that much more special of a read to me.
I enjoyed Aloiki and Lu's story. It was one of passion, spice, mystery and absolute chaos at times. Lu was a strong female lead and wasn't the type to be a submissive woman, taking what she wanted when she wanted it (and I LOVED THAT!!!). Aloiki was a strong male character and was quick to destroy people who ever thought of hurting Lu. Their back story really helped to give readers a full picture of why things were tense when it was. But how their reunion was just as special. I loved that Elise added many side characters that really added to the depth of the storyline. Each of them played a special role in the MC and added so many hilarious points through the book. The plot twists and intensity were soooo good at points too! She kept me on the edge of my site throughout it. I really loved this book and can't wait to continue the rest of this series when it comes out!
February 11, 2026
This book hurt in a quiet, lingering way.
Deadly Aloha is book one of the Royal Bastards MC: Oahu, Hawaii Chapter. It isn’t just about an MC world or danger lurking in the background, it’s about love that was broken by the past and never truly healed. Aloiki carries his guilt like a second skin, and you feel it in every choice he makes. He loves fiercely, but love alone doesn’t erase what was lost or what was left unsaid.
Luana’s pain felt just as real. She isn’t quick to forgive, and I respected that. There’s a tenderness to her strength, a quiet refusal to pretend the past didn’t shape her. Their connection is intense, messy, and full of moments where silence speaks louder than words.
What stayed with me most was the weight of consequence. This story doesn’t pretend that love fixes everything. It lets grief exist. It lets anger linger. It lets healing take time. The darker elements aren’t there just to shock. They matter, and they leave scars.
The friendships, especially the loyalty woven through the story, added a depth I wasn’t expecting. It reminded me that sometimes survival comes from the people who refuse to leave, even when everything is falling apart.
This is a story about redemption that doesn’t come easy, about choosing to face the past instead of running from it, and about a love that comes back changed, but still fighting to survive.
As always be mindful of any trigger warning, what I like you may not.
Happy Reading!
Deadly Aloha is book one of the Royal Bastards MC: Oahu, Hawaii Chapter. It isn’t just about an MC world or danger lurking in the background, it’s about love that was broken by the past and never truly healed. Aloiki carries his guilt like a second skin, and you feel it in every choice he makes. He loves fiercely, but love alone doesn’t erase what was lost or what was left unsaid.
Luana’s pain felt just as real. She isn’t quick to forgive, and I respected that. There’s a tenderness to her strength, a quiet refusal to pretend the past didn’t shape her. Their connection is intense, messy, and full of moments where silence speaks louder than words.
What stayed with me most was the weight of consequence. This story doesn’t pretend that love fixes everything. It lets grief exist. It lets anger linger. It lets healing take time. The darker elements aren’t there just to shock. They matter, and they leave scars.
The friendships, especially the loyalty woven through the story, added a depth I wasn’t expecting. It reminded me that sometimes survival comes from the people who refuse to leave, even when everything is falling apart.
This is a story about redemption that doesn’t come easy, about choosing to face the past instead of running from it, and about a love that comes back changed, but still fighting to survive.
As always be mindful of any trigger warning, what I like you may not.
Happy Reading!
December 11, 2025
deadly aloha by elise gedicke
★★★★.5
this novel absolutely delivers on danger, passion, and paradise. set in hawaii, it pulls you in with sun and surf before flipping everything on its head once the darker undercurrents rise. the shift from laid back island life to brutal criminal tension is sharp and super effective.
the characters are chaotic in the most compelling way. aloiki kaanaana is all drift and danger, living for waves, whiskey, and women, until responsibility drags him into territory he cannot avoid. his connection with lu adds emotional weight that makes every decision feel heavier. their chemistry is messy, raw, and addictive.
hawaii itself becomes a character. the bright setting makes the violence and crime feel even more stark. the story moves fast with almost constant tension, making it ridiculously easy to binge.
there are a few rough edges. the intensity can be a lot, and the characters sometimes make decisions that are just this side of self destructive, but honestly that is part of the appeal for this kind of dark romance.
overall, it is gripping, gritty, sun soaked chaos with heart. if you like dark romance, high stakes, and characters who love hard and fight harder, this one is worth it.
4.5 out of 5 stars.
★★★★.5
this novel absolutely delivers on danger, passion, and paradise. set in hawaii, it pulls you in with sun and surf before flipping everything on its head once the darker undercurrents rise. the shift from laid back island life to brutal criminal tension is sharp and super effective.
the characters are chaotic in the most compelling way. aloiki kaanaana is all drift and danger, living for waves, whiskey, and women, until responsibility drags him into territory he cannot avoid. his connection with lu adds emotional weight that makes every decision feel heavier. their chemistry is messy, raw, and addictive.
hawaii itself becomes a character. the bright setting makes the violence and crime feel even more stark. the story moves fast with almost constant tension, making it ridiculously easy to binge.
there are a few rough edges. the intensity can be a lot, and the characters sometimes make decisions that are just this side of self destructive, but honestly that is part of the appeal for this kind of dark romance.
overall, it is gripping, gritty, sun soaked chaos with heart. if you like dark romance, high stakes, and characters who love hard and fight harder, this one is worth it.
4.5 out of 5 stars.
November 11, 2025
You gotta love Ms. Elise Gedicke - she's totally killing it and pushing her writing skills! I'm all in.
Aloiki and Lu are such a unique couple. Their love story mostly happened off-page, but the author explained it so well that you totally get they're soulmates. They were completely lost without each other during their breakup. We get more of Aloiki's perspective, and it's clear he's super into his island, Lu, and definitely not shy about being naked.
I'll be real - I was kinda worried about how he'd treat Lu, but Elise always wins me over. It's obvious Lu was totally lost during their time apart and now she's desperate to find her bestie Nishi, needing Aloiki's help. To help her out, he does something he swore he'd never do - start the Oahu chapter of the Royal Bastards. Talk about showing how much he loves her!
This book has everything you could want and then some. Elise leaves a few plot threads hanging, but I'm betting we'll get answers in future books. That last twist with Tangoloa? Wild! And bonus - we get more Mal and Holly. I was a bit confused when his neighbor called his girl "little owl" but ended up loving it.
Aloiki and Lu are such a unique couple. Their love story mostly happened off-page, but the author explained it so well that you totally get they're soulmates. They were completely lost without each other during their breakup. We get more of Aloiki's perspective, and it's clear he's super into his island, Lu, and definitely not shy about being naked.
I'll be real - I was kinda worried about how he'd treat Lu, but Elise always wins me over. It's obvious Lu was totally lost during their time apart and now she's desperate to find her bestie Nishi, needing Aloiki's help. To help her out, he does something he swore he'd never do - start the Oahu chapter of the Royal Bastards. Talk about showing how much he loves her!
This book has everything you could want and then some. Elise leaves a few plot threads hanging, but I'm betting we'll get answers in future books. That last twist with Tangoloa? Wild! And bonus - we get more Mal and Holly. I was a bit confused when his neighbor called his girl "little owl" but ended up loving it.
November 12, 2025
Aloiki is footloose and fancy-free, living life on his own terms. He is who he is, and no one can tell him otherwise — until he’s asked for a favour, and then all chaos breaks loose. Lu is his better half; she gentles him when needed but also has a steel spine to handle his antics. She’s had her share of life events that led them back together, and theirs is a turbulent yet fascinating relationship. Each brings their own strengths and challenges, but together they sail through — and it’s truly satisfying to see.
This book has action, drama, plenty of romance, and great chemistry. It’s another wonderful addition from Elise, and as the first in the series, it’s a brilliant start — well-paced, well-written, and full of both mishaps and heart. The world-building and character development are fantastic.
I’ll never turn down a chance to read Elise’s books, and I hope she writes many more, especially for this series. Her talent for weaving emotion, chemistry, and adventure together makes every story a treat, and this one is a fantastic reminder of why she’s a must-read author for me.
This book has action, drama, plenty of romance, and great chemistry. It’s another wonderful addition from Elise, and as the first in the series, it’s a brilliant start — well-paced, well-written, and full of both mishaps and heart. The world-building and character development are fantastic.
I’ll never turn down a chance to read Elise’s books, and I hope she writes many more, especially for this series. Her talent for weaving emotion, chemistry, and adventure together makes every story a treat, and this one is a fantastic reminder of why she’s a must-read author for me.
December 6, 2025
This was different from other RBMC stories, Aloiki is basically the porn king of his island living his life when he gets the call from Jameson the pres of the mother chapter calling in the favour he owes and if Jameson calls you jump. He has to meet Aftermath and Red to help them discover where the Bloody Scorpions MC are on the island and why . This meeting between Aloioki and his ex brother in law/Best Friend Tangaloa. Cue the running joke of Aftermath changing his name , my favourite was Aloe Kinky.
Unfortunately for Aloiki when they do locate the Scorpions it’s clear they are people trafficking as well as drug running and the woman currently over a Scorpions shoulder kicking up a stink is no less than Luane his ex fiancee. The only chance of rescuing her is to bite the bullet and accept the RBMC cut he never wanted and become Pres of his own club.
I loved that Mal and his little Owl, Holly from ‘Vengeance of childhood proportions’ are his neighbours with Mal now part of the club, road name Bacon. If you have read their story you are missing out
Unfortunately for Aloiki when they do locate the Scorpions it’s clear they are people trafficking as well as drug running and the woman currently over a Scorpions shoulder kicking up a stink is no less than Luane his ex fiancee. The only chance of rescuing her is to bite the bullet and accept the RBMC cut he never wanted and become Pres of his own club.
I loved that Mal and his little Owl, Holly from ‘Vengeance of childhood proportions’ are his neighbours with Mal now part of the club, road name Bacon. If you have read their story you are missing out
October 27, 2025
Intense, emotional, and brutally honest — this is not a light read.
This first book in the new series dives straight into the dark and dangerous corners of the world Aloiki lives in — a world full of loyalty, secrets, and violence. Aloiki is one of those characters who completely takes over the page: big personality, fierce protector, loyal to a fault when it comes to family.
Then there’s Lu — the one who walked away when Aloiki’s life got too dangerous. Their reunion is explosive. The chemistry is still there, but so are the scars. Watching them navigate the wreckage of their past while searching for Aloiki’s best friend, who’s been trafficked, adds gut-punching tension to every scene.
This isn’t just a romance — it’s survival, redemption, and the painful process of trusting again. The author doesn’t shy away from darkness, but there’s also a sliver of hope that makes it impossible to look away.
This first book in the new series dives straight into the dark and dangerous corners of the world Aloiki lives in — a world full of loyalty, secrets, and violence. Aloiki is one of those characters who completely takes over the page: big personality, fierce protector, loyal to a fault when it comes to family.
Then there’s Lu — the one who walked away when Aloiki’s life got too dangerous. Their reunion is explosive. The chemistry is still there, but so are the scars. Watching them navigate the wreckage of their past while searching for Aloiki’s best friend, who’s been trafficked, adds gut-punching tension to every scene.
This isn’t just a romance — it’s survival, redemption, and the painful process of trusting again. The author doesn’t shy away from darkness, but there’s also a sliver of hope that makes it impossible to look away.
November 2, 2025
As usual I enjoyed this book very much. This series looks to be much more gritty with a lot more exhibitioness and basically more porn type characters. Aloiki and Lu took the very long way around to reconnect but in the end they finally got their HEA. Tangaloa will need sometime to come to grips with both his hurt and anger towards his ex and trying to come to grips with his feeling for Caroline. There is a lot of background that is slowly coming to light especially with the twins they must have had a childhood with some true monsters that have no right to continue existing. More questions than answers.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
October 30, 2025
This story starts off this new MC chapter with a bang. I immediately was hooked within the first few pages. From one page to the next I was on the edge of my seat turning pages needing more of the story. This author did an exceptional job at writing this. The characters are even well written. Plus there's some cameo appearances from other characters in here from other stories, which I loved. And I liked the dynamics of this. It is dark, raw, gritty, and action packed. Overall, I would recommend reading this because I think it is that good. I also look forward to more of the series.
Thank you to the author for an advance copy. My opinions are my own and freely expressed.
Thank you to the author for an advance copy. My opinions are my own and freely expressed.
November 17, 2025
I thought it was exciting to read about a Hawaiian chapter of the Royal Bastards MC in Oahu. Aloiki starts the chapter to help his wahine, Lu, deal with traffickers. It's a rough and tough story with plenty of excitement and violence. I gave it 4 stars because it was just a bit too violent for me, at times it was brutal. It's interesting how the MC chapter and the joining member's roles are established. Deadly Aloha will keep you on the edge of your seat, rooting that Lu and Aloiki will come through their story together as 'Ohana.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
December 1, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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I… I uh… I might need a moment to sort my thoughts. This was INCREDIBLE! This exceeded expectations. Not that I had any. But like holy smokes. I’m blown away.
Aloiki would stop at nothing to get his girl back and keep his safe. Even if that means doing something he’s avoided, opening his own sector of a Motorcycle Club.
This is a story of second chances, found family, loyalty, drawing lines in the sand and taking a stand for what you think is worth while.
I already cannot wait for the next installment of this series. Elise is a talented talented woman and I’m thrilled to read her books.
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
I… I uh… I might need a moment to sort my thoughts. This was INCREDIBLE! This exceeded expectations. Not that I had any. But like holy smokes. I’m blown away.
Aloiki would stop at nothing to get his girl back and keep his safe. Even if that means doing something he’s avoided, opening his own sector of a Motorcycle Club.
This is a story of second chances, found family, loyalty, drawing lines in the sand and taking a stand for what you think is worth while.
I already cannot wait for the next installment of this series. Elise is a talented talented woman and I’m thrilled to read her books.
December 14, 2025
*** Review ***
Deadly Aloha by Elise Gedicke
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RBMC comes to Hawaii though this book is slightly different as Aloiki doesn't want to be in a MC and yet to keep his land and people safe he ends up working with them.
At the same time he finds his Ex Lu in the clutches of the Bloody Scorpians and you know instantly that he wants to make dure keeps her.
Once they see each other again it is very fast paced relationship wise. There is still heartbreak and trouble that kept me reading through the night and not putting down.
This was a new author to me but definitely interested in what happens next in the Hawaii Chapter and possibly need to look at what other books author has.
Deadly Aloha by Elise Gedicke
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
RBMC comes to Hawaii though this book is slightly different as Aloiki doesn't want to be in a MC and yet to keep his land and people safe he ends up working with them.
At the same time he finds his Ex Lu in the clutches of the Bloody Scorpians and you know instantly that he wants to make dure keeps her.
Once they see each other again it is very fast paced relationship wise. There is still heartbreak and trouble that kept me reading through the night and not putting down.
This was a new author to me but definitely interested in what happens next in the Hawaii Chapter and possibly need to look at what other books author has.
January 3, 2026
please read the triggers warnings! this story will get very dark and very very detailed.
if you have read any of her other MC stories, this is different. this tells the story of Aloiki and Hawaii. how he goes to complete a favor for some one and finds a load of women being traffic and one is his EX fiancee Lu. things take a turn when he learns Lu bestfriend nishi had been kidnapped and missing. this begins a long journey of searching growing and surviving. and if you've read Elise book Vengeance of childhood proportion there are character interactions that will have you on your toes. mental health matters so please read triggers this goes into many different situations
if you have read any of her other MC stories, this is different. this tells the story of Aloiki and Hawaii. how he goes to complete a favor for some one and finds a load of women being traffic and one is his EX fiancee Lu. things take a turn when he learns Lu bestfriend nishi had been kidnapped and missing. this begins a long journey of searching growing and surviving. and if you've read Elise book Vengeance of childhood proportion there are character interactions that will have you on your toes. mental health matters so please read triggers this goes into many different situations
November 4, 2025
Aloiki /Paniolo and Lu’s story is book 1 in the Royal Bastards MC:Oahu series and it’s awesome !! It has porn as an industry, human trafficking as a major issue ( one of Lu’s friends has been taken ), we get to see inter cooperation between Royal Bastard MC clubs and the forming of a brand new chapter ! This book had everything I want in an MC read ; love, loyalty, heartbreak and a bit of criminality! 5✨’s for a fantastic new offering in the Royal Bastards ! I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
November 20, 2025
Well what was that ...
Elise Gedicke is now writing for the RBMC and what an intro.
This MC looks to be dark and we get to visit with some well known characters from a certain Dark, dark story that the readers who have enjoyed Elise Gedicke stories previously will know who it was that moved to Hawai'i.
Possibly a little spoiler but this story (and I hope) builds along the same little bit darker lines.
Love how this author uses the setting to sett the them for the stories and incorporates the language and cultures of the places she writes.
Love this couple and can't wait for more
Elise Gedicke is now writing for the RBMC and what an intro.
This MC looks to be dark and we get to visit with some well known characters from a certain Dark, dark story that the readers who have enjoyed Elise Gedicke stories previously will know who it was that moved to Hawai'i.
Possibly a little spoiler but this story (and I hope) builds along the same little bit darker lines.
Love how this author uses the setting to sett the them for the stories and incorporates the language and cultures of the places she writes.
Love this couple and can't wait for more
November 25, 2025
Deadly Aloha is book one in the Royal Bastards MC: Oahu, Hawaii Chapter.
This one didn't hit as well as other series Elise has written. It does come down to Aloiki. He was unlikeable from the start and I didn't like some of his actions. Now Lu was fantastic. She made the story worth reading.
This is a darker read and does have some sad moments throughout. Some painful scenes which will pull at your heart.
If you can get past Aloiki, it is a good read. He just kind of ruined it for me.
This one didn't hit as well as other series Elise has written. It does come down to Aloiki. He was unlikeable from the start and I didn't like some of his actions. Now Lu was fantastic. She made the story worth reading.
This is a darker read and does have some sad moments throughout. Some painful scenes which will pull at your heart.
If you can get past Aloiki, it is a good read. He just kind of ruined it for me.
November 20, 2025
A little disappointed. I love this author but this Royal Bastards MC book was not as enjoyable as I would have liked. I put it down and picked it up many times to be able to finish it. I disliked Aloiki just about from the start and that was difficult as the main character. I'm still glad I gave it a go and maybe it comes down to personal likes and dislikes.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
November 25, 2025
Great start to another fantastic series by this author! Everything Elise writes is out of this world! I love all of the characters introduced in this book. Lu and Aloiki have a connection that no one can break. Can’t wait to see what will happen with the rest of the crew.
This book had great creativity with many scenes. I loved the brutal and raw take downs over the Bloody Scorpions and traffickers.
Check this one out!
This book had great creativity with many scenes. I loved the brutal and raw take downs over the Bloody Scorpions and traffickers.
Check this one out!
December 7, 2025
Omg I loved this so much and I’m super pissed at myself for not reading this sooner!!!! I laughed so much (especially on the nicknames) and even cried in a couple parts.
“Aloe Kinky” made some mistakes in his life but he would give his for the island. When he has to rescue his love who broke his heart he knows he can’t lose her a second time.
And now I have death by a thousand cuts stuck in my head. IYKYK 😜 if you don’t, go read the book!!
“Aloe Kinky” made some mistakes in his life but he would give his for the island. When he has to rescue his love who broke his heart he knows he can’t lose her a second time.
And now I have death by a thousand cuts stuck in my head. IYKYK 😜 if you don’t, go read the book!!
February 8, 2026
amazing.
Great book as always. This book took place in Hawaii. They had visitors from the states. A chapter from another state was there because they needed help tracking people down. They succeeded. But Aloiki had a surprise one night that changed his life again this time for the better. He decided to form a chapter in Hawaii even though he didn’t want to years back when he was approached but decided it was time to do it because he needed help.
Great book as always. This book took place in Hawaii. They had visitors from the states. A chapter from another state was there because they needed help tracking people down. They succeeded. But Aloiki had a surprise one night that changed his life again this time for the better. He decided to form a chapter in Hawaii even though he didn’t want to years back when he was approached but decided it was time to do it because he needed help.
October 31, 2025
This is Aloiki and Lu’s story. It starts off rough but the roller coaster is just getting started when he finds her years later where she should not be and her life is danger. Can they get past this and have their happily ever after? You definitely need to read this book to find out. I can’t wait for the next book in this series to come out!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
October 31, 2025
I love this author books and this one didn’t let me down based in Hawaii Aloikl was a no nonsense man he was as you see upfront no bs and straight to the point he knew what he wanted and Once he saw Lu in just her underwear being man handled by a trafficking ring he knew he had to get his ex fiancé back and keep her this time
October 31, 2025
Deadly Aloha is book 1 in the Royal Bastards MC, Oahu, Hawaii Chapter. This is Aloiki and Lu's story and it's one heckuva start to this new Chapter of the RBMC. It's intense, gritty, emotional and different from anything else I've read by this author. Absolutely fantastic and definitely recommend reading it!
November 1, 2025
This book is different from other books I've read from this author. I'm not in to this porn stuff, so you might want to think about that. The Hawaiian words through me off some. The Bloody Scorpions are in Hawaii, so that's jot a good thing. The "twins" in the story are strange. Action, suspense, heat, human trafficking and a HEA.
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