Little Memphis

Little Memphis MC #1

by Bijou Hunter

Ford spills blood as an enforcer for the Little Memphis MC.

Shay makes an impulsive choice to start over her life in a wild city controlled by a motorcycle club.

Meeting Shay at the MC´s bar Suede, Ford sees her as a shiny new toy to spice up his life. Shay sees him as a sexy bastard she needs to avoid.

The city of Little Memphis is filled with violence and dubious loyalties. The days of the club’s supremacy are over as enemies fight for territory and alliances fall apart. It’s a dangerous time to find love, but Ford and Shay have never been good at playing life smart.

Cover art by Miranda Koryluk.

Genres: Romance, Contemporary, Erotica, Contemporary Romance, New Adult, Humor, Motorcycle

292 pages, Kindle Edition

First published August 14, 2014

About the author

Author of Contemporary ~ New Adult ~ Romantic Suspense

The Damaged series reading order
~ Beast
~ Knight
~ Cobra
~ Outlaw
~ Dragon
~ Bulldog
~ Saint

Little Memphis MC series reading order
~ Little Memphis
~ Broken Memphis

Standalone Romances
Gator ~ a story between an assassin and the woman he claims.
Used ~ ex con biker finds love and redemption with a club girl.

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Reviews

[Denisa]

Didn't like the chick.
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I'm not gonna rate this book because I absolutely loved the writing style.
Have you seen Sin City, that black&white and a-few-other-colors movies?


Well, this book felt exactly like that. I have no idea why, but for some reason it made me think of that movie. It's not the plot or the characters, it's just the writing style. It felt like it was written in black and white and, from time to time, that spectacular red made you take notice of a phrase or a moment.
Does that make any sense?


Anyway, I hated the chars but I loved the writing style. It's worth trying at least, it's definitely different from what you're probably used to.

[Victoria · Rating 5 out of 5]

“I know it’s a mistake, but I’m falling for you.”

“I know and it’s fucking beautiful.”

4.5+ RATING- Little Memphis is the first book in the Little Memphis MC series by author Bijou Hunter and is a stand-alone novel. Other books in the series will focus on a different couple but share supporting characters. The story is told from dual points of view of the main characters, Pax and Shay.

I'm not sure this story will rate as high for all readers, but I loved it! Even though I'm a self-confessed fan of this author, I have to admit that some of her work has been a bit hit or miss. This was definitely a hit! Pax and Ford are the best brother duo team I can remember. I am absolutely a fan of these two ass holes! I am dying for Pax to get his own story (Broken Memphis, coming in late 2014)! Overall, I'd rate this 4.0 for a guilty pleasure, enjoyable read but a big 5.0 rating for immature one liners and funny as hell banter!

“You’re being weird.”

“Is it weird to crave you?”

Shay grins. “Yes. You’re weird.”

I roll my eyes. “Fuck you for being addictive.”

“I’m sorry my pussy is so addictive . Maybe there’s a twelve step program to help you.”

I picked this book up on a whim with only lukewarm expectations and found myself highlighting passages and laughing out loud throughout the day as I read it. A great "can't take too seriously" read. So happy for Bijou Hunter to have such a solid book to start this new series off with. Can't wait for more!

[B.E.Love · Rating 5 out of 5]

With this new series Bijou Hunter has managed to not only make me love her more but make me even more excited for book two than I was for this book. The character’s created in this book blew me away not only did I fall in love with Ford and Shay but the side characters managed to steal my heart as easily as Ford and Shay.

One night when Shay leave her job a man tries to harm her till Lucky steps in and gives her the chance of a new life. Not looking back Shay leaves the only home she ever knew and goes with Lucky to Little Memphis. Lucky is a member of the MC in Little Memphis and promised Shay the MC's protection as well as finding her a home. Now Shay’s life looks nothing like the life she has lived for twenty years.

When Shay agrees too meet some of the member of the club that are curious about the girl Luck brought home, Shay meets Ford and Pax two brothers and her life from that one meeting will never be the same. Fords is like no man she has ever met, and his persistence and charm soon make it impossible for Shay to say no to Ford.

Ford can’t get Shay out of his mind once he meets her and sets out to spend the night with her but it becomes very obvious that one night will never be enough for either of them, even though they both know they have no future. Ford is the enforcer for the MC and he knows an Old Lady or wife is never in his cards but the more time Ford and Shay spend together the more their feelings grow.

Leaving her old town is the best thing Shay has ever done except for leaving her two younger brothers who only ever had Shay to depend on. As Shay begins to build friendships and grow closer to Ford the decision to leave and return home becomes harder. Ford never had anyone but his brother Pax now that Shay has entered his life all of the beliefs Ford had seemed to be wrong and soon Ford falls in love with Shay and will do anything to not only keep Shay safe but keep her in Little Memphis. But Little Memphis isn’t always the safest place and there is change and danger in the air and the future might not be what everyone though or expected. Now Ford and Shay will have some tough decisions to make as their future finally seems to becoming clear.

I loved this book, yes I am a MC junkie I love MC books, I’m always on the lookout for another that I can sink my teeth into and Bijou Hunter defiantly delivers. From beginning to end I was hooked not only on Ford and Shay but on Little Memphis and all of its residents. This is one of those stories that has layers and characters (including the side characters) that have depth. I LOVED Ford, there was a moment when I was reading that I though "no Ford say it aint so" I don’t want to hate you but I may and then I kept reading and realized that I loved Ford more than I thought I could. He was an amazing hero who was tough, strong, possessive ( I had to read some scenes more than once because I loved them so much)but Ford was also unbelievable loving and kind.

Shay was a great heroine she was not only vulnerable but also tough and funny. The huge number of side characters that I fell in love with was too long to mention. It was very obvious that the side characters where just as important to Ms. Hunter as Shay and Ford. AND THEN there was Pax. I can’t wait for his and Bebe’s book (book two) he was crazy funny and such a great brother the moments with Ford and Pax were just as great and enjoyable (and unbelievably funny) as the moments with Ford and Shay. I am so excited to read Pax's story and to see his and BeBe’s happy ending. I couldn’t have asked for more, this book was great from beginning to end, it was funny and drool worthy. In short is was another hit by Bijou Hunter and just what i was looking for.

*This was a beta read for me

[NMmomof4 · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 Stars

Overall Opinion: I liked it, but I'm not sure if it'll go down as one of my favorites. When I chose a mc romance, I expect it to be kind of gritty and rough -- but this was a pretty light mc romance. I would recommend it to those that might want to try a mc romance but don't want the drama that comes with the club sluts or old ladies (because this didn't have that).

Brief Summary of the Storyline: This is Shay and Ford's story. Shay is working as a stripper trying to support her 2 younger brothers because her mother is worthless. She gets in a fight with an overexcited customer, and meets Lucky. Lucky hears her story over coffe and offers her an out in a new town, which she takes him up on. She gets set up with a home, a job, and some new friends. She meets Ford because he is the enforcer in the motorcycle club that Lucky is in. They have an instant attraction, but Shay is hesitant to start anything (especially when she thinks of her mom's hang-up with a man that's bad for her). They dance around eachother, but eventually give in to their attraction. There are some steamy times, some funny moments, some typical biker drama, some family issues, some stalker drama, and the couple finally get their HEA ending.

POV: This alternated between Shay and Ford's POV.

Overall Pace of Story: Good. The only issue is that I wanted some more time between sharing "I love yous" and the end. There weren't any times that I skimmed.

Instalove: No. Instalust for sure, but I think the feelings had adequate development.

H rating: 4 stars. Ford. I like him. I loved his relationship with his brother, and I thought the epilogue really cemented the idea that he was all tough and rough exterior with a gooey inside. I did have some issues with his own denial of his feelings.

h rating: 3 stars. Shay. I guess I have too strong of a maternal instinct that I wouldn't be able to leave them with a negligent mother, so I couldn't get past her leaving her brothers. Otherwise, she was ok.

Sadness level: Low. I didn't need any tissues.

Heat level: Moderate. They have some steamy chemistry.

Descriptive sex: Yes

Safe sex: The H provides test results -- but they don't use condoms, and the h's birth control shot is mentioned with her friends later.

OW/OM drama: No, only a misunderstanding that is resolved quickly.

Sex scene with OW or OM: No, we get the morning after scene with OW though where he is kicking her out.

Cheating: No

Possible Triggers: Violence

Closure: The ending was kind of abrupt in that it still had some unanswered things (like what was going to happen with the club), and they had shared "I love yous" at the very end...but with super cute epilogues from both the h and H's POVs, I would call their ending a HEA ending.

How I got it: It was part of my kindle unlimited subscription.

[Cyndi · Rating 4 out of 5]

The beginning of this book was rough for me. There is a morning after scene with H and OW- they aren't pleasant to each other, but we do find out that this is Ford's go to hookup when there isn't anyone else. We see this OW a few times in the book too- she is a waitress at the motorcycle club's bar. Ford also explains to Shay how this OW is his last choice hookup. How charming! I wasn't a Ford fan for half the book. His thoughts were crude and he thought of the h as temporary p*ssy. Shay is a strong, smart heroine and she went into the relationship with her eyes open knowing it probably wouldn't last because Ford was a big manwhore. I did appreciate Ford keeping it in his pants while he was pursuing Shay. By the middle of the book Ford and Shay have settled into a relationship and Ford is a sweetie! It ended nicely and the epilogue was terrific!

[Judy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I hate those reviews that start out saying "I loved this book" but that's what I am thinking. Loved the characters and the love story between a hard ass like Ford and sweet, pragmatic Shay. But even more I loved the relationship between brothers Ford and Pax. Their one liners and bullshit dialogues made me laugh so much I cried. I really, really hope Pax is going to get his book next. I know my friend B.E. Love was happy happy with the dual POV epilogues and I loved them. If you like MC romance books I highly recommend this book. Hell, if you just like a good love story with some slap stick laughs this is the book for you.

[Janie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great read by Bijou Hunter. There was a part of the story where I was getting annoyed with the H thinking his relationship with Shay was only temporary. But then I realized through his thoughts that he just didn't think he'd ever have something so amazing and permanent for himself. Being a club enforcer and his childhood never had him reaching for anything of his own. Until Shay walked into his life. From the moment he sees her there are no ow for him. While his job is violent and he's rough around the edges, he's also kind and protective of those he loves. He does everything he can to make Shay happy.

[Vallsykes · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 to 4 stars

Unable to think straight, I end up on the back of a stranger’s Harley on my way to a place he calls Little Memphis.

You've seen this character before. The heroine who isn't dealt the best cards in life; one who, despite the misery around her, presents herself as a scrappy survivor, a little resourceful and on top of all this...is a mother figure to her two younger siblings.

Yep. You've seen it, yet this heroine, Shay, got passed her "common" exterior and wormed her way into pleasantly surprising me, because she is a little quick on the uptake and isn't confused one iota about who she is and want she feels. The only thing she IS confused about is which place she should land.

I don’t believe in love at first sight. People who claim it happens to them are full of shit. What I feel ... is something ....[more] like an incorrigible need at first sight.Ford Reed

Ha. “Incorrigible need”? Imagine telling someone, I've fallen into “incorrible need” with you.” That's a taste of the surprising pluses I got while reading--great catch”change”-phrases, subtly clever dialogue, and an uncannily evolving family of characters: Ford and Shay, along with Ford's crazy brother, Pax.

“You want her with us all the time. How long before you just move her shit in?”
“And if I do?”

Pax and Ford were two brothers against the world; even being a part of an MC, they worked together, each trusted the other and no one else. They faced death at any moment with the jobs they did for the club. For Ford, women were a nice temporary attraction that he indulged in with less sleaze than his younger brother, Pax, who was decidedly more obnoxious and went through women, recklessly. However, Ford, whose POV the reader gets, immediately comes off as the silent type who got attention when he talked or made a decision. And when Ford meets Shay, a slip of a girl more years his junior than he usually went for, he decided he was going to just take.

“She’s cute,” Pax says, jumping into the bulldozer. “You’ll fuck her to death. Won’t be pretty.”

Okay, so Pax has a point, actually two. Ford puts it on Shay alright, but he also becomes involuntarily addicted. No such ambiguity with Shay, because she knows almost immediately that Ford has the potential to be a loss her heart can't take. But she's willing and he's “incorribly [needy]”, so they let things simmer...while other things, harsh realities breathe cold fronts at their building relationship.

“Why let reality fuck up the fantasy? We’re not people who get many delusions in life. Let’s enjoy this one.”

Shay may end up in Little Memphis, but she has left an integral part of herself behind. She is a young lady who faces the fight and takes chances, but on a base level, she just wants to be a someone who builds a life with the ones she loves. She's willing to have this at whatever cost, even if that means no Ford in her life.

“I give you heart trouble. You own my heart. I don’t know if that’s the same thing though.”

Again, I was surprised I liked this biker/NA romance as much as I did. Sure, it misses the mark on secondary characters. Shay has a couple thoughts and moments with her younger brothers (who should have been featured more), and other than Pax, I found it hard to care about the other secondary characters, especially of the MC, and even with Pax, I had made up my mind that he wouldn't be an attractive hero to read in a second book(but oh, he is the next book!). Also, the world-building of the motorcycle club, outside conflict and criminal activity came off as a little stilted.

But for a relationship drama of two people who are strong and protective, and sexy together, I thought Little Memphis wasn't a bad start at all.

[B.E.Love · Rating 5 out of 5]

These two books were amazing, the world that Bijou Hunter created was different an exciting. I love that she again creates something that not only stands out but is different and fun but also edgy. Ms. Hunter isn't afraid to step out of the box and make her heroes and heroines different. We get that some in books with heroes but I have found that's something harder to find with heroines. Most authors won't stray from the few "approved" set perimeters with heroines. Bijou Hunter isn't afraid to do that and with these two books it really pays off.

Little Memphis (Book1) 5 stars
I loved this book, yes I am a MC junkie I love MC books, I’m always on the lookout for another that I can sink my teeth into and Bijou Hunter defiantly delivers. From beginning to end I was hooked not only on Ford and Shay but on Little Memphis and all of its residents. This is one of those stories that has layers and characters (including the side characters) that have depth. I LOVED Ford, there was a moment when I was reading that I though "no Ford say it aint so" I don’t want to hate you but I may and then I kept reading and realized that I loved Ford more than I thought I could. He was an amazing hero who was tough, strong, possessive ( I had to read some scenes more than once because I loved them so much)but Ford was also unbelievable loving and kind.

Shay was a great heroine she was not only vulnerable but also tough and funny. The huge number of side characters that I fell in love with was too long to mention. It was very obvious that the side characters where just as important to Ms. Hunter as Shay and Ford. AND THEN there was Pax. I can’t wait for his and Bebe’s book (book two) he was crazy funny and such a great brother the moments with Ford and Pax were just as great and enjoyable (and unbelievably funny) as the moments with Ford and Shay. I am so excited to read Pax's story and to see his and BeBe’s happy ending. I couldn’t have asked for more, this book was great from beginning to end, it was funny and drool worthy. In short is was another hit by Bijou Hunter and just what i was looking for.

Broken Memphis (book 2) 5 stars
I loved this book I was blown away by the story in this book. I love all of Ms. Hunter’s books but this one was amazing. I was sure I knew who was who and what was what and I knew the twist but I was so wrong, and to surprise me is impressive. How everything comes to a head and ends was fantastic and such an amazing end to this series. As with all of Bijou Hunter’s books we get a phenomenal epilogue that couldn’t have been any better.

I loved Pax, in book one but in this book there are no words. Pax was a great hero Bebe was it and he was willing to do what he had to to get and keep her. He was jealous and possessive and demanding and so, so, so funny. I was laughing out loud throughout this book. I also loved how Pax falls in love with Bebe’s daughter he was so sweet to her and he treated her like his own. Bebe was a great heroine she was funny and strong and wasn’t a push over. When Pax did something he had to make up for she didn’t melt just because he kissed her (thank you Bijou Hunter). Bebe was kind and loving and wanted to make a life for her daughter that was safe and happy.

these books have it all; possessive hero’s, great heroines, and amazing story, suspense, hot bikers, grab a tissue funny, and hea’s that will make you want to read this series all over again. These are both must reads in my opinion, and they are also books that I will re-read. I will give you a friendly warning: if you don't want people to look at you like you are crazy or you don't have family member who know and understand your brand of crazy(lets face it we all do if we are book lovers) than don't read these books in public. Read them when you are alone or you significant other is asleep because you will laugh out loud(and yes I mean out loud) many many times, I literally was in tears.

[Angie H. · Rating 3 out of 5]

A firm 3.5 for me. :)

[Alaina · Rating 3 out of 5]

Little Memphis is the first book within the Little Memphis MC series.

Since this was never on my radar until now, it's safe to say that I walked into this with zero expectations. Sometimes MC books and I get along. Sometimes we don't. It's weird because the only thing that annoyed me was Shay. I'm not saying that Ford was a complete saint or anything, she just annoyed me for so long that I didn't even care what happened to her.

The romance was okay too. It had its spicy moments to get me entertained but I just couldn't get past not liking Shay. Ugh, it was torturing my brain because I kept hoping my feelings would change when it came to her. Other than that, the drama was okay, and the conflicts did absolutely nothing for me.

Maybe I'll jump into the next book at a later time in my life? Or maybe I won't. Not exactly thrilled who the main character is for it right now but who knows - my mind could change randomly one day.

[Vieira · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love when this happens. I was on Amazon looking for a new book to read and I stumbled on this one. I got the sample and was hooked. The writing was excellant. I loved the characters so much. You have Shay who is stripping to keep her family afloat when she runns into Lucky. He sees something in her a girl who needs a fresh start. Shay being impulsive decides she does need a new start so she goes with Lucky to Little Memphis. She doesn't want any attention so she kind of dresses like a boy. Trucker hat, flanels anything not to look sexy. She meets Ford and his brother Pax and the rest is magical. I loved Ford he was sexy badass alpha with a heart. He and Pax together were hilarious I found my self laughing at my kindle. Shay and Ford were amazing together. I never wanted this to end! I hope the next book is about Pax because he rocked!!

[Kristina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow - just wow!!! I can't think of any other mc book that has made me laugh or cry this much. I was laughing for like 2/3 of the book. The banter between the brothers (Ford and Pax) and then the banter within the whole community was just priceless. I actually had to stop drinking my beverage for the last half of the book because I was laughing so much. This book really knocked it out the park with it's heroine, Shay. She's not a victim. She's a young woman that I can totally identify with. Ford, was just an awesome alpha male who had multiple layers to him. I really want more books about this mc.

[Barbara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best READ in a while... Totally Thoroughly Enjoyed this Awesome Book.. LOV LOV Loved It... & Want the 2nd immediately .. I think k I was heading g into a book slump But this Awesome Book got me out of it.....Ford & Pax .. hard case take the Pi$$ brothers ... that stick fat they only really trust each other.. Shay don't take carp from Ford who she falls for.. she's got just as snappy of a mouth & gives it back.. the end Beautiful even shed a few tears at how beautiful it was ... this is one of my Favourite authors love the Damaged series & looks like this will be another winner... you write them I'll read them. ... Cheers for an Awesome Read Bijou Hunter.... So Get One Clicking People.. It's FREAKING Awesome!!! Wonder who Pax is going to fall for.... Interesting ... I even want Bebe to get a HEA... Greedy me would like a book about the kids grown up & find there one... Yip ... Not much to ask I think ...lol

[Megan Fall · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ford is the best, a biker and an enforcer, the perfect combination! I love the characters and the banter between them. This book reminds me a lot of her Damaged series!

[Lu Bielefeld · Rating 3 out of 5]

3 ⭐⭐⭐ - OK decent reads.

[Lucy the book lush · Rating 5 out of 5]

Falling in Love with Little Memphis!

This book is a must read if you like MC books, Bijou Hunters Books, book with anti heroes, books with cool chicks......OK this book is just a must read.
I knew nothing about this book before I started it, just that it was a new series written by an author I follow. I went along for the ride and loved it.

Shay is a girl with no prospects, bad parental examples and no idea how to make her life better. She meets a biker called Lucky and her life changes. She lands in a town called Little Memphis and the home of Lucky's club. Shay is a funny chick and deserves a better life.

Ford is the club enforcer along with his brother Pax. The brothers are loyal to each other above and beyond anything else. Their relationship is adorable for two ruthless cold hard killers!

Boy meets girl, girl meets boy. At this point I prepare myself for some heartache but it really doesn't happen. I loved that about this book, no games, no other chicks, no misunderstandings, no sexed up parties in club houses. These two are so cute together and their little romance is sweet and gritty, if that's possible. I love the way they bounce of each other. It's reluctant, well written insta love!

That is not to say that there aren't bumps along the way. Shay has to deal with Pax who resents an intrusion in the brothers tight relationship. The way Pax and Shay interact is a highlight, there are some funny interactions between the two and Ford.

This is still a gritty and raunchy book but something about the book just makes me think Awwww they all deserve some happiness. The club issues are running in the background and promise to explode over the coming books. The epilogue manages to tease as well as satisfy.

I am so looking forward to following this series, I'm so excited.

[Rachael*Caribbean*girl*bibliophile · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was my first read by this author.The writing style took a bit to get accustomed to but I'm a big fan of mc romances and this one worked for me.

Ford is the club's enforcer,he cares for only two things in his life...his brother Pax and his dog. He's a typical biker and as such has slept with many women, it's mentioned at the beginning that he slept with Maggie but thankfully no details are given. I liked Ford ,he wasn't used to caring about anyone outside his circle but from the moment he met Shay he didn't want anyone else.Him sending his blood test results to Shay with roses was priceless. Even when he tried pushing her away he couldn't even make it a minute. I loved his relationship with his brother and of course that's he's badass but such a sweetheart that he brings Shay's brothers out to live with them.

Shay had a tough life,her mom is a deadbeat and she had to strip to be able to feed her brothers. it's said she's been with quite a few guys back in her hometown but no numbers or details are given (thank you sweet baby Jesus).Shay meets Lucky and takes the opportunity to flee from her shitty life. She's accepted as Lucky's daughter and meets awesome friends the women of the club and later Bebe. Shay resisted Ford's pursuit but I honestly did not like the manner in which she gave in. She was however an ok h,not too immature and definitely not a TSTL h.She actually proved to be a badass in her own right.

The relationship was settled with an epilogue giving details quite a bit in the future but the club business I'm assuming continues in the next book.

All in all I'm always grateful for a safe mc read and this one was pretty ok so I ended it pleased,moving on to the next.

[April Brookshire · Rating 3 out of 5]

It had funny parts and a couple entertaining fight scenes.

The hero and heroine were likable. Mostly the plot was whether or not they would ever become an officially committed couple.

There was also an unresolved plot of the power struggle in the shitty town the book was set it, but it doesn't come close to being resolved. I guess it's the overall story arc for the whole series.

I'll probably read the next one because I hope it's about Pax.

[Maria · Rating 2 out of 5]

Dnf at 53%. I loved the first chapters, and liked the characters, but then I didn't buy their connection. I expected hotter and more descriptive sex scenes, too. I could finish the book, but I don't care that much about their relationship.

[Tate · Rating 4 out of 5]

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very Bijou like :)

3.5 stars

[CeCe · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 Stars
I enjoyed this one. I did not care how Shay, the heroine, gave it up to the hero after he made her jealous by flirting with another woman (his regular). However, I liked Shay and I liked how in her POV she knew how she made mistakes in her decisions. The first half of the book, Ford repeatedly tells Shay that he is not looking for any type of relationship. However, actions speak louder than words. You feel Ford's feelings develop for Shay and that is what I loved about this book.

Shay is only 20, but she had to grow up fast and take care of her brothers. I liked Shay, Ford, and the secondary characters. It was a great MC book.

[Deborah · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic.

With the exception of 'Gator' I've loved everything Bijou has written her 'Damaged' series is simply fantastic but 'Gator' it didn't matter how many times I tried I just could not get through that book.
Anyway back to 'Little Memphis' it's amazing, it's damaged all over again, the characters are dirty and real as we've come to expect from this author, the relationships have depth and realism and it has humour, I love that about a book, especially a book like this where it's dark and gritty.
Ford and Pax are hilarious like Cooper and Tucker only better, ok I don't know if they're better just newer but I was cracking up while reading it just the same.
Shay's mother got pregnant with her at fifteen, she's no idea who her father is but she does know her mother is useless and in order for her and her two brothers Donnie and Devin to eat Shay starts stripping and this is her life until one night a guy offers her a way out, no strings and no catch just a fresh start and she takes it. Shay finds herself in Little Memphis where she makes some real friends, meets some interesting characters and two brothers Ford and Pax. Now Ford and Pax are dangerous they're enforcers for the local MC and neither one of them has ever had anything resembling a relationship but Shay can't stop thinking about Ford and Ford is having a hard time convincing himself he's not interested in Shay.
Like I said I loved this book but it's not just the story or how it's written or even Ford and Shay or Ford and Pax, their relationship and humour it's more than all this, the characters, all of them even the background ones which only play a small part they're real, they have depth and details and I think that's what makes these books so great.
I can't wait for Pax's book I really can't I just love him.

[Tiffany · Rating 4 out of 5]

There are some really interesting relationships within this little town.

Shay and Ford: Shay is young,inexperienced, insecure. She doesn't want to get her heart broken, but can see herself falling head over heels for Ford. Ford is attracted to Shay, he sees something different in her but knows she's wounded. He's looking for a good time,nothing serious. His only real loyalty is to his brother. They both learn to trust,be honest, and take a chance.

Ford and Pax: Blood brothers and enforcers for the club, they have each other's backs,rely on themselves. They were abandoned by their parents,raised themselves,only real loyalty is to each other. It is so interesting seeing their relationship play out and change when Shay comes into the mix. Pax is a little possessive of his brother,but he sees how important Shay is to Ford. Pax realizes he doesn't want to risk losing Ford over Shay, so he accepts her as a fixture in their lives. He realizes too that he actually likes her and she easily fits into their brother dynamic.

Lucky and Shay: Lucky is a very moral/ father figure character for Shay. He took a time from his life when he regretted not helping someone and it ended pretty tragically. He saw the chance for a do over and took it. Shay is in a bad spot,Lucky can give her a chance to start over,a clean slate, if she wants it.

Darby and Shay: I look at Darby as a the mother Shay didn't have. Darby has suffered, but she is so much stronger for it. She is confident,smart,independent- all the things Shay feels like she is lacking. Darby gets Shay to see that the club has its faults but Shay has to make herself happy and not worry so much about what other people think. Darby has freedom to do,say,dress,act however she wants and Shay sees that as something she wants for herself.

I really liked these characters, would love to see who Pax ends up with,Bebe maybe?

[Sue · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gator, Used and the first two Damaged books all received 4 stars but mixed reviews from me. I have a love/hate relationship with this author's work...at times I really love her writing and then there are moments I don't want to read any more...until now.
I guess my love for all books MC related pulled me in and after reading the description (and that 99 cent price tag didn't hurt) I was sold.
I loved the Reed brothers...an awesome combo of dangerous, sexy, smart and funny...who would not want to be the filling of a Ford/Pax sandwich?
Shay is one lucky girl...young perhaps and somewhat child-like in her perception of what the real world is like where men and specifically bikers are concerned, but a survivor with a heart. I really loved how the whole club pulled her into their fold, from Lucky, the biker who rescued her and swept her away to start over, to all the women (moms, old ladies, ex-wives) in the MC who protected and guided her in her journey to becoming one of them.
This book has what you would expect in a motorcyle club story...extreme violence, explicit sexual content, underworld business dealings...but a whole lot more. It is full of family history and back-stories, humor and some truly funny bantering, real-life people with down-to-earth issues that are neither far-fetched or too over-the-top. A man and a woman trying to see if they can make a go of things in a dangerous world, while not losing sight of who they really are.
Although this book is part of a series, I believe they can be read as standalones as this one has an HEA ending for some of the characters and the others have more stories to tell.

***** 5 ***** "a dangerous time to find love...but WTH" stars

[Cyndi Hackett · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great biker story by Bijou Hunter. I think I have read just about all of her biker books with The Damage by far is one of my favorites. But Little Memphis has not moved to the front of the pack. Shay was not the typical hopeless female, but a strong female that wanted better for herself and her brothers. I think that’s what attracted me to Shay the most. Her dedication to helping her brothers even though she had to leave them behind she still felt connected to them. We all know angels appear can appear in different forms, but who would have thought an angel would show up on a motorcycle wearing a cut. That was Lucky. He showed up right in time to save Shay and ended up being her angel to help her move on to hopefully a better life. I liked how Lucky just took her under his wing and took care of her as if she was his daughter. Even his old lady and the other old ladies of the club looked out for Shay.

Ford and Pax were the tag team enforcers for the biker club. They were hot and funny. They were some serious bada$$ in the book. Both Ford and Pax were the sluggers in town and they took care of business. Then when he fell with Shay, he couldn’t believe he actually wanted a so call relationship or at least someone to jeep his side of the bed warm. But in the end he accepted his love Shay and wanted to give her happiness. He even included in his future her brothers. I think that’s what I liked more about this story, the feeling of family. Blood is not always the glue that holds a family together, but love, support, and commitment is what holds a family together.

Great story and I can’t wait to read the next installment.

[Emily · Rating 4 out of 5]

Shay knows that if she continues to follow the same pace of cleaning up her moms messes, she is doomed to a life of unhappiness. When a biker sees something that reminds him of himself, he offers Shay a fresh chance. Nothing expected in return, just Shay getting to start her own life.

One thing Shay wants to stay away from is men, her mothers bad habits have taught her enough about the traps she can easily fall into. That is until she meets enforcer Ford, he makes his interest known for the get go but he is not a relationship guy. Ford is willing to play the game with Shay until he can have her and once he does he wonders what will happen when he lets go.

The chemistry between Shay and Ford is sizzling, I did think that Shay was a bit young at times but it would twist to her being a bit wise. Ford is pure biker, he is who he is and I absolutely went gaga over his brother Pax..cant wait for his story.

[Carrie White · Rating 5 out of 5]

Little Memphis is the place to be!!
With danger and violence comes the most powerful MC's two enforcers-with rivals who cause mayhem and these two sexy, man-whore players LUV to smash faces together. The dirtier and messier the better.
Two brothers with a bond thicker than blood, nothing can get in between these two.
Ford AKA: sexy, bad a** man-whore player is hard to tame. Always bored and in need of a new toy.
For Shay making friends was never easy-which is why she has none.
Having to care of her brothers, playing the mother role and short on funds= impulse decision made!
When Ford has his sights set on Shay, he's determined to make her his new toy.
A mayhem of the upcoming chaos is worming its way thru Little Memphis.
Getting caught up in emotions and feelings is not a good thing.
When forced to take a few days without one another, for the good or bad, will Shay be able to hang with these Little Memphis crowds?

[~`*Ella Lee*`~ · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm almost torn on this book.
I felt the first half that the H didn't care enough...or should I say, showed it enough. However the 2nd half I felt was PERFECT on behalf of the H. There were just some things that I felt moved to slow or needed more "umph" to make it even more exciting.

This is a good story about a young, naive, overly trusting h that needs to move on with her life or she'll end up just like her mom.
She gets together with a biker club, is accepted and then falls madly in love with our H, one of the enforcers.
The H is a great H in my opinion. He's tough, gritty, honest, determined, scary and always horny.
The steam from this was excellent as well.
Even the parts that were just "time passers" were entertaining to read and kept me flipping pages.
I felt the H and his brother where like Beavis and Butthead. Butthead's story is next, and I totally can't wait to read it.
Very much recommend to anyone that loves a gritty, sometimes too truthful biker romance.

[Sláinte Wanderlust · Rating 3 out of 5]

Alright writing... reasonable story but nothing new or edgy or particularly gripping.