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Devil's Despair #1
Ace's Redemption
Cherry
Memories alone can ruin you. Fear has a paralyzing effect, and love isn’t always enough to keep you safe.
Ace was the gateway to a freedom I hadn’t known since I was fifteen. He offered his protection from the demons that haunted me; both living and dead.
Although I knew I wasn’t enough to keep him, this didn’t deter my hope that one day he’d love me for who I was, not the broken girl he tried so desperately to save.
In the end, the ghosts of my past found me. Their malevolence knew no bounds, and I was forced to succumb to their will of darkness. Each threat named against those I loved made any escape impossible; choosing my life for theirs became my desolate absolution.
Inevitably, it was my own weakness and self-doubt that became my undoing.
Ace
Emotional ties are sometimes severed. Friendships don’t always endure their hardships, and love offered isn’t always returned.
I was in love once. For me, leaving her back in Ohio was the hardest thing I’ve ever had to do. For her, moving on with her life that included her son and the man she loved was no less than she deserved -- unconditional happiness.
My reasons to bring Cherry home to California were obvious. I needed help with my family, and she needed help staying clean and convincing her parents she was ready to give her son the life he deserved.
It was a perfect plan. However, the best laid plans often get lost amidst their best intentions.
Cherry fell in love with me, and in return my love for her acted as the catalyst to her destruction.
Authors Note: This novel contains material that is not suitable for individuals under the age of 18. Content includes explicit language and other scenarios with content that readers may find offensive or non-erotic. Please use caution when deciding on this book, as every reader has the right to understand the product before purchase.
Ace’s Redemption is the first standalone novel in the Devil’s Despair series. Although the main character of Ace was introduced during the Lights of Peril trilogy, you do not need to read that series in order to follow this one.
Memories alone can ruin you. Fear has a paralyzing effect, and love isn’t always enough to keep you safe.
Ace was the gateway to a freedom I hadn’t known since I was fifteen. He offered his protection from the demons that haunted me; both living and dead.
Although I knew I wasn’t enough to keep him, this didn’t deter my hope that one day he’d love me for who I was, not the broken girl he tried so desperately to save.
In the end, the ghosts of my past found me. Their malevolence knew no bounds, and I was forced to succumb to their will of darkness. Each threat named against those I loved made any escape impossible; choosing my life for theirs became my desolate absolution.
Inevitably, it was my own weakness and self-doubt that became my undoing.
Ace
Emotional ties are sometimes severed. Friendships don’t always endure their hardships, and love offered isn’t always returned.
I was in love once. For me, leaving her back in Ohio was the hardest thing I’ve ever had to do. For her, moving on with her life that included her son and the man she loved was no less than she deserved -- unconditional happiness.
My reasons to bring Cherry home to California were obvious. I needed help with my family, and she needed help staying clean and convincing her parents she was ready to give her son the life he deserved.
It was a perfect plan. However, the best laid plans often get lost amidst their best intentions.
Cherry fell in love with me, and in return my love for her acted as the catalyst to her destruction.
Authors Note: This novel contains material that is not suitable for individuals under the age of 18. Content includes explicit language and other scenarios with content that readers may find offensive or non-erotic. Please use caution when deciding on this book, as every reader has the right to understand the product before purchase.
Ace’s Redemption is the first standalone novel in the Devil’s Despair series. Although the main character of Ace was introduced during the Lights of Peril trilogy, you do not need to read that series in order to follow this one.
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October 16, 2014
5 HOLY FREAKIN' SHIT Stars
Holy Crap. I love this book. Like in the way that you love something really important. Like Elvis. Or Peanut Buster Parfaits. Or the first peach margarita of the summer. Like THAT much.
Warning: This is a spin off book from another series. I did not read the other series first. Because I am an idiot. I wish I had read the other series, Lights of Peril, for several reasons. I could follow this story just fine, but I would recommend reading the other series first just because I like reading books in order. Now I am going back to read Peril.
Cherry has moved to California with Ace. She is totally in love with Ace. But he is not in love with her. She knows this. She is not particularly happy about it. But she needed to leave Ohio. For many reasons. Some of those being the torturous and horrid things that happen to her there.
"Will I ever forget them?"
...."No, I don't think it's possible to forget but eventually you'll make other memories - good ones that will outlive the bad ones."
Ace is moving back home. He wants to take care of his sister and grandmother. He misses his friends. Oh...and the girl he is in love with loves someone else. And that someone else wants to kick his ass. Did I mention the someone else is the Pres of the MC Club? Yeah, kinda want to stay away from his bad side.
Cherry and Ace have a history. She was a club whore. He took what she was offering. No strings. At least not for him.
Once settled in California, they are determined to make a new life. They have friends, family and a fresh start. Well, maybe not so fresh. Cherry is haunted by her past, the child she left behind, the nightmares.
Regret is a ghost you'll never let go of.
There are so many pieces to this puzzle of this book. There is violence, possession, lust, love, and even selflessness. That is intertwined with evil men, kidnappings, rape, sweet moments, crazy ass moms, rowdy friends, guitar necklaces, drugs, wise grandmas, and sexy tattooed heroes who don't think they are worthy of the title.
I loved this book. It has it all. It is long and involved. This books kicks ass. Ace and Cherry evolve and grow as people and as a couple. They find that the only path to redemption is one that they forge themselves. And forge they do....with blood, sweat, tears, and text messages.
I'm coming for you...
I am going back to read the Peril Series while I wait for the next Devil's Despair. In between stalking Ms Bextor. I have a new One Click Obsession. Cause this is Holy Freakin' Shit Awesome.
Holy Crap. I love this book. Like in the way that you love something really important. Like Elvis. Or Peanut Buster Parfaits. Or the first peach margarita of the summer. Like THAT much.
Warning: This is a spin off book from another series. I did not read the other series first. Because I am an idiot. I wish I had read the other series, Lights of Peril, for several reasons. I could follow this story just fine, but I would recommend reading the other series first just because I like reading books in order. Now I am going back to read Peril.
Cherry has moved to California with Ace. She is totally in love with Ace. But he is not in love with her. She knows this. She is not particularly happy about it. But she needed to leave Ohio. For many reasons. Some of those being the torturous and horrid things that happen to her there.
"Will I ever forget them?"
...."No, I don't think it's possible to forget but eventually you'll make other memories - good ones that will outlive the bad ones."
Ace is moving back home. He wants to take care of his sister and grandmother. He misses his friends. Oh...and the girl he is in love with loves someone else. And that someone else wants to kick his ass. Did I mention the someone else is the Pres of the MC Club? Yeah, kinda want to stay away from his bad side.
Cherry and Ace have a history. She was a club whore. He took what she was offering. No strings. At least not for him.
Once settled in California, they are determined to make a new life. They have friends, family and a fresh start. Well, maybe not so fresh. Cherry is haunted by her past, the child she left behind, the nightmares.
Regret is a ghost you'll never let go of.
There are so many pieces to this puzzle of this book. There is violence, possession, lust, love, and even selflessness. That is intertwined with evil men, kidnappings, rape, sweet moments, crazy ass moms, rowdy friends, guitar necklaces, drugs, wise grandmas, and sexy tattooed heroes who don't think they are worthy of the title.
I loved this book. It has it all. It is long and involved. This books kicks ass. Ace and Cherry evolve and grow as people and as a couple. They find that the only path to redemption is one that they forge themselves. And forge they do....with blood, sweat, tears, and text messages.
I'm coming for you...
I am going back to read the Peril Series while I wait for the next Devil's Despair. In between stalking Ms Bextor. I have a new One Click Obsession. Cause this is Holy Freakin' Shit Awesome.
August 26, 2014
Ace's RedemptionI had a complete fan girl moment when I got the chance to read Ace's Redemption. I loved every hot, intense moment of it and fell in love with Ace. And Hayden...? Sex on fire! I can't wait for his book. The entire cast of characters were spectacular and Cherry was a heroine to root for. I wanted to fucking kill a few characters in the books. Read it and you'll find out why. There where moments I shed big, fat, ugly tears and moment where I laughed out loud. And, yes, once or twice, I wanted to slap the shit out of Ace because I wondered how in the hell was he so blind. Then it dawned on me I'd have the same knee jerk reaction to the bombshell dropped on him. He has one hell of a grandmother and friends who are there when he needs it. The poignancy towards the end cut through me and I shed tears, then, too, even though I knew what happened was necessary. Cherry was good, so I was good, too. Ace's Redemption is intense and emotional and it is a MUST read. This was a kickass book and I'm so glad I got the chance to read it.
January 27, 2016
Loved this one and now it's FREE on Amazon US (Jan 27 2016) -> http://amzn.com/B00O971ZRM
October 4, 2014
4.5 Outstanding Stars!
Review by Jen Hagen
I was saddened that the author’s previous series “The Lights of Peril” had concluded, but was ecstatic to know that she was going to do a spinoff series. This author can suck you in and bleed you dry. Unbelievable how you don’t see it coming…she just works you right into the story and you quickly become infused into the characters and feel all the raw emotions. She’s like a snake charmer.
Ace was a member of the Lights of Peril motorcycle club, but felt a need to leave after the girl he desired and loved (Sadey) made it clear that she was always going to belong to somebody else; that somebody else being the president of the motorcycle club. Ace had taken quite a beating from the president for showing an interest in Sadey. For Ace, the outer pain wasn’t nearly as bad as the pain inside from having his heart broke.
I was happy at Peril, but it wouldn’t have ever been possible for me to watch her love, marry, and start a family with anyone – but me. I dropped my cut at the clubhouse door, hopped on my bike, and rode away.
Ace returns home to his grandmother and little sister in California. But he didn’t come alone --he brought along a passenger with Cherry riding on the back of his bike. Cherry is a club whore…there’s no other way to sugarcoat it. Cherry has been through hell being tortured and raped and has relied on drugs in the past, but she is trying to get herself together for the sake of her young son, who Cherry does not see as he is being raised by her parents. Cherry and Ace have been familiar with each other between the sheets in the past, but Ace doesn’t know much about Cherry, other than that Cherry is only her club name.
I’ve never even asked her f*ckin’ name. I’ve known her for over a year. I’ve f*cked her, and used her body to help heal my heartache…but I never f*ckin’ asked her name.
In this spin-off series Ace has returned home to California and back to his former life of being part of a band. The guys in the band each have individual characteristics and backstories that will be shown in their own book. The way that Ms. Bextor introduced each character and spent time describing them with more than a sentence was phenomenal. In most books where several characters are introduced at one time, I have to go back and re-read their introduction to find out what causes them to act and feel a certain way. Not with these characters – after their initial introduction I knew exactly who they were and never once had to think back to remind myself of their qualities.
Cherry harbors a secret love for Ace, but knows that Ace continues to pine away for Sadey. She also knows that Ace sees her as a friend, not as a lover. Poor Cherry has to keep her feelings hidden, watching Ace wallow.
I’m in love with him. I’ve been in love with him for a year. I’ve followed him around, been there for him, as a friend, each and every time Sadey crushed him, all while I listened to his heartbreak word for word as he voiced it again and again.
For the majority of this book it is Ace battling his sorrow and pain, never really being happy. He loved Sadey so much that he just can’t think about not having her in his life. He has a good thing with Cherry going on, even though they don’t have sex. She is a good friend to him and vice versa. When one of Ace’s band mates begin to have a regular personal interaction, we get to see a little jealousy start to come out of Ace. It was nice to see more than self pity – it shows that he is capable of feeling something for somebody other than Sadey. Little by little, Ace sees Cherry in a new light and things between them begin to heat up.
Inside I know my feelings for Cherry are changing – evolving into something they weren’t before. I love her…but I’m unsure if I love her because she’s with me here and now or if I really believe I love her for being who she is.
Ace doesn’t have much time to embrace these feelings as Cherry is offered a chance to be with her son; but this is in exchange for her new-found happiness. Everything comes with a price. You will come undone at the decision Cherry is forced to make. She certainly has had her fair share of bad luck during her life.
Going back to say goodbye to Ace, will be my final act of freedom.
The one good thing that comes from this stomach-hurting turn of events is that we get to see our old friends…
“Brace, brother. Shit’s gonna get nasty real f*ckin’ quick.” – Hem
Love, love Ms. Bextor!! She gets my heart pounding, my stomach plummeting, and my tears flowing with every book she writes. I can’t wait to read more in this new series. Add Ms. Bextor to the list of read-anything-by-this-author, because she is that good!
Review by Jen Hagen
I was saddened that the author’s previous series “The Lights of Peril” had concluded, but was ecstatic to know that she was going to do a spinoff series. This author can suck you in and bleed you dry. Unbelievable how you don’t see it coming…she just works you right into the story and you quickly become infused into the characters and feel all the raw emotions. She’s like a snake charmer.
Ace was a member of the Lights of Peril motorcycle club, but felt a need to leave after the girl he desired and loved (Sadey) made it clear that she was always going to belong to somebody else; that somebody else being the president of the motorcycle club. Ace had taken quite a beating from the president for showing an interest in Sadey. For Ace, the outer pain wasn’t nearly as bad as the pain inside from having his heart broke.
I was happy at Peril, but it wouldn’t have ever been possible for me to watch her love, marry, and start a family with anyone – but me. I dropped my cut at the clubhouse door, hopped on my bike, and rode away.
Ace returns home to his grandmother and little sister in California. But he didn’t come alone --he brought along a passenger with Cherry riding on the back of his bike. Cherry is a club whore…there’s no other way to sugarcoat it. Cherry has been through hell being tortured and raped and has relied on drugs in the past, but she is trying to get herself together for the sake of her young son, who Cherry does not see as he is being raised by her parents. Cherry and Ace have been familiar with each other between the sheets in the past, but Ace doesn’t know much about Cherry, other than that Cherry is only her club name.
I’ve never even asked her f*ckin’ name. I’ve known her for over a year. I’ve f*cked her, and used her body to help heal my heartache…but I never f*ckin’ asked her name.
In this spin-off series Ace has returned home to California and back to his former life of being part of a band. The guys in the band each have individual characteristics and backstories that will be shown in their own book. The way that Ms. Bextor introduced each character and spent time describing them with more than a sentence was phenomenal. In most books where several characters are introduced at one time, I have to go back and re-read their introduction to find out what causes them to act and feel a certain way. Not with these characters – after their initial introduction I knew exactly who they were and never once had to think back to remind myself of their qualities.
Cherry harbors a secret love for Ace, but knows that Ace continues to pine away for Sadey. She also knows that Ace sees her as a friend, not as a lover. Poor Cherry has to keep her feelings hidden, watching Ace wallow.
I’m in love with him. I’ve been in love with him for a year. I’ve followed him around, been there for him, as a friend, each and every time Sadey crushed him, all while I listened to his heartbreak word for word as he voiced it again and again.
For the majority of this book it is Ace battling his sorrow and pain, never really being happy. He loved Sadey so much that he just can’t think about not having her in his life. He has a good thing with Cherry going on, even though they don’t have sex. She is a good friend to him and vice versa. When one of Ace’s band mates begin to have a regular personal interaction, we get to see a little jealousy start to come out of Ace. It was nice to see more than self pity – it shows that he is capable of feeling something for somebody other than Sadey. Little by little, Ace sees Cherry in a new light and things between them begin to heat up.
Inside I know my feelings for Cherry are changing – evolving into something they weren’t before. I love her…but I’m unsure if I love her because she’s with me here and now or if I really believe I love her for being who she is.
Ace doesn’t have much time to embrace these feelings as Cherry is offered a chance to be with her son; but this is in exchange for her new-found happiness. Everything comes with a price. You will come undone at the decision Cherry is forced to make. She certainly has had her fair share of bad luck during her life.
Going back to say goodbye to Ace, will be my final act of freedom.
The one good thing that comes from this stomach-hurting turn of events is that we get to see our old friends…
“Brace, brother. Shit’s gonna get nasty real f*ckin’ quick.” – Hem
Love, love Ms. Bextor!! She gets my heart pounding, my stomach plummeting, and my tears flowing with every book she writes. I can’t wait to read more in this new series. Add Ms. Bextor to the list of read-anything-by-this-author, because she is that good!
April 11, 2015
*4.5 stars!*
Raegan, aka Cherry, had an extremely rough past. She was caught up in drugs and terrible people. She was forced to give up her baby boy at a young age because of it. Eventually, Cherry became a club whore at Peril for a place to stay and belong. She was intimately acquainted with Ace and was there for him during the times he wallowed over Sadey. From there, they became friends. And as a friend, Ace agreed to take Cherry with him to Cali and help get her life back on track if she helped with his family and stayed clean.
The secondary characters of Ace's Redemption were gold. I loved them all, even man-whore Hayden! Ace's friends were a funny bunch and a part of a band called Devil's Despair. They accepted Cherry into their folds easily, as did Ace's grandmother Bean and little sister Sarah. Cherry hadn't spoken with her parents since dropping off Decklan (her son) with them long ago. You really notice how much love she had to give, so seeing her have a close relationship with Ace's family was heart-warming.
The only reason I docked half a star was because there were some time jumps. I would have loved to have witnessed Ace and Cherry's romantic relationship develop the first few months after they finally got together. Overall, Ace's Redemption was an intense and incredible read! Great romance and character dynamics. Ace and Cherry first appeared in the Lights of Peril series but I thought, having not read that series myself, A.C. Bextor did a spectacular job in 'introducing' them and their complicated relationship quickly. I will probably end up reading Lights of Peril anyway though haa. I can't wait for the next book in the Devil's Despair series! :D
"I don't think it's possible to forget, but eventually you'll make other memories—good ones that will outlive the bad ones."I really, REALLY enjoyed this one!! It wasn't what I was expecting, which was a story centering around a male motorcycle club member (the name Ace just screams 'hot biker' you know?) falling in love with a distraught woman that club saves. I wasn't entirely off the mark though. Ace was a MC member, specifically the Lights of Peril MC. He gave up his cut and returned home to California, to his sister, grandmother and his friends, because he couldn't stand seeing the woman he loved (Sadey) be happy and in love with the club President. Peril was actually where Ace first met Cherry. She was the 'club whore'.
Raegan, aka Cherry, had an extremely rough past. She was caught up in drugs and terrible people. She was forced to give up her baby boy at a young age because of it. Eventually, Cherry became a club whore at Peril for a place to stay and belong. She was intimately acquainted with Ace and was there for him during the times he wallowed over Sadey. From there, they became friends. And as a friend, Ace agreed to take Cherry with him to Cali and help get her life back on track if she helped with his family and stayed clean.
"I'm your friend, and you can talk to me... even if you want to talk about her."I loved Ace and Cherry's relationship. Ace was protective of her and cared for her but he couldn't bring himself to love her because of his lingering feelings for Sadey. They were just friends, but he couldn't imagine Cherry being with anyone. The just the thought pissed him off. He was a controlling alpha but he was also very sweet. Then there was Cherry. Words cannot express how much I felt for this girl. She's certainly become one of my favorite heroines! Having gone through what she did, she was still sassy and strong. She didn't let the past define her. The fact that she wanted to get clean for her son was admirable as well. Learning about her unrequited love for Ace made my heart ache. Cherry's the kind of character that you can't help but cheer for.
The secondary characters of Ace's Redemption were gold. I loved them all, even man-whore Hayden! Ace's friends were a funny bunch and a part of a band called Devil's Despair. They accepted Cherry into their folds easily, as did Ace's grandmother Bean and little sister Sarah. Cherry hadn't spoken with her parents since dropping off Decklan (her son) with them long ago. You really notice how much love she had to give, so seeing her have a close relationship with Ace's family was heart-warming.
"You can't always protect those you love from everything, and feeling guilty about it doesn't help the circumstance."I did love that Cherry reconnected with her dad. But most of all, I got all teary-eyed when she was finally face-to-face with her son! I had a feeling Cherry's past would come back to haunt her though. And when it did, I couldn't stop reading. I was on a mission to get to that happy ending!! I felt disgusted and angry learning the details of her horrid history. I wanted those responsible to suffer a painful death. Although, I could understand her actions as a means to protect her loved ones, I wanted to shake her when she tried to 'escape' the way she did. I cried a good amount during the last 30% of the book, let me tell ya.
The only reason I docked half a star was because there were some time jumps. I would have loved to have witnessed Ace and Cherry's romantic relationship develop the first few months after they finally got together. Overall, Ace's Redemption was an intense and incredible read! Great romance and character dynamics. Ace and Cherry first appeared in the Lights of Peril series but I thought, having not read that series myself, A.C. Bextor did a spectacular job in 'introducing' them and their complicated relationship quickly. I will probably end up reading Lights of Peril anyway though haa. I can't wait for the next book in the Devil's Despair series! :D
"No more escapes. You never need an escape again and most certainly never from me."
August 4, 2014
Whoop whoop!! I got to BETA read for AC's newest series. This one stars one of the guys we met in her Lights of Peril (LoP) series - Ace. The final hasn't been revealed yet, but I can't wait to read the published version when it is released. PLEASE NOTE... SPOILER ALERT!!!
I don't have to tell you that AC once again takes us on an emotional ride. Please note that while a couple of the guys form LoP crop up in the book, this is not a motorcycle club book.
We learn that Ace used to be part of a band back in California before his life took him to LoP. The guys in the band are his closest friends and he's getting reacquainted with them. Along for the ride, Cherry (also a previous character from LoP). Cherry is living with Ace, his grandmother, and his sister to help out. She has been in love with Ace and not shy about letting him know. Ace still only has eyes for Sadey - an unrequited love. Something Cherry is not only aware of but familiar with since she is in the same situation with Ace.
Cherry is still dealing with the abuse her life has held. The latest being her abduction while with the LoP prompting her to move with Ace. She's working to get her life back on track so that she can begin raising her son. Ace is determined to help her get there. As a means to begin this process, Cherry and Ace visit her son and parents in Las Vegas where she grew up. While Cherry's dad welcomes her efforts, her mother is as far from happy with the situation as one can imagine. An agreement is struck which will have Cherry visiting monthly to begin building a relationship with her son.
All the while, Ace's friends have brought her into their fold. Especially Travis who can see that she is a fellow survivor. Travis' interest brings Ace's feelings towards Cherry into focus. While Cherry and Travis strike up a friendship, Ace wants more. And so it begins.
During one of Cherry's trips back to Las Vegas, her past catches up to her. An ultimatum is given and she has to make a harsh decision. This leads to an end of her and Ace's relationship while sending her into the pit of Hell. When Ace reappears, choices are forced. To protect those she loves, Cherry sacrifices. Having lived through so much and not being able to find peace, she makes another hard choice. Where will it take her?
While this review is a cliffhanger, the book is not!!! I'm just not one for giving everything away in my reviews. I liked Cherry in the LoP series and was excited to read more about her. Life isn't guaranteed to be pretty. This has been proven to her time and again. I look forward to reading the next in this series. I'm hoping it's Travis' turn!!
I don't have to tell you that AC once again takes us on an emotional ride. Please note that while a couple of the guys form LoP crop up in the book, this is not a motorcycle club book.
We learn that Ace used to be part of a band back in California before his life took him to LoP. The guys in the band are his closest friends and he's getting reacquainted with them. Along for the ride, Cherry (also a previous character from LoP). Cherry is living with Ace, his grandmother, and his sister to help out. She has been in love with Ace and not shy about letting him know. Ace still only has eyes for Sadey - an unrequited love. Something Cherry is not only aware of but familiar with since she is in the same situation with Ace.
Cherry is still dealing with the abuse her life has held. The latest being her abduction while with the LoP prompting her to move with Ace. She's working to get her life back on track so that she can begin raising her son. Ace is determined to help her get there. As a means to begin this process, Cherry and Ace visit her son and parents in Las Vegas where she grew up. While Cherry's dad welcomes her efforts, her mother is as far from happy with the situation as one can imagine. An agreement is struck which will have Cherry visiting monthly to begin building a relationship with her son.
All the while, Ace's friends have brought her into their fold. Especially Travis who can see that she is a fellow survivor. Travis' interest brings Ace's feelings towards Cherry into focus. While Cherry and Travis strike up a friendship, Ace wants more. And so it begins.
During one of Cherry's trips back to Las Vegas, her past catches up to her. An ultimatum is given and she has to make a harsh decision. This leads to an end of her and Ace's relationship while sending her into the pit of Hell. When Ace reappears, choices are forced. To protect those she loves, Cherry sacrifices. Having lived through so much and not being able to find peace, she makes another hard choice. Where will it take her?
While this review is a cliffhanger, the book is not!!! I'm just not one for giving everything away in my reviews. I liked Cherry in the LoP series and was excited to read more about her. Life isn't guaranteed to be pretty. This has been proven to her time and again. I look forward to reading the next in this series. I'm hoping it's Travis' turn!!
September 23, 2014
OMG AC Bextor has done it again!!! I absolutely LOVED this book and once I started it I didn't want to put it down!!
You first meet Ace in AC's Lights of Peril series. From the moment he lays eyes on Sadey he is in love but Sadey's heart has always belonged to Hem. Heartbroken, Ace decides to return home to California to be with his sister and grandmother but he doesn't go alone. He ends up taking a battered and broken Cherry aka Raegan "Rae" with him. Since the age of 15 Raegans life has been anything but easy. Being forced to give up the only thing that ever really matters to her when she was younger she is determined to get her life back on track and Ace is just the person to help her do that. Raegan is in love with Ace and he knows she has feelings for him but he doesn't think anyone will ever live up to his Sadey Bug. He keeps telling himself they are just "friends" but the thought of her with anyone else pisses him off. Will Ace wake up and see that he can have it all with Raegan before its to late?
When Raegan's life gets flipped upside down in a matter of seconds, what will she do? Everyone she loves will be in danger if she doesn't agree to the worst hell possible....breaking Ace in the process. When his buddies finally make him wake up and realize the truth, Ace is determined to get her back but he will soon learn it won't be as easy as he thought and will need help so he makes a phone call to the Peril MC!!!(WOOOOHOOOOO, I was so excited to see the LoP gang again!!) With the help of his brothers will Ace be able to get to Raegan in time before its to late? Will Raegan ever get the happily ever after she so badly deserves?
With the exception of a few I absolutely LOVED all the secondary characters!! Ace's old buddies Hayden, Travis and Toby....(I can't wait for their stories!!!) Joseph, Decklan, Sarah and Bean.
If you have not read any of AC's books you are truly missing out!! I recommend running right now and one clicking them all!! You will def not be disappointed!! She will take you on a journey you will never want to get off and have you begging for more!!
I still love your face AC!!!!!
You first meet Ace in AC's Lights of Peril series. From the moment he lays eyes on Sadey he is in love but Sadey's heart has always belonged to Hem. Heartbroken, Ace decides to return home to California to be with his sister and grandmother but he doesn't go alone. He ends up taking a battered and broken Cherry aka Raegan "Rae" with him. Since the age of 15 Raegans life has been anything but easy. Being forced to give up the only thing that ever really matters to her when she was younger she is determined to get her life back on track and Ace is just the person to help her do that. Raegan is in love with Ace and he knows she has feelings for him but he doesn't think anyone will ever live up to his Sadey Bug. He keeps telling himself they are just "friends" but the thought of her with anyone else pisses him off. Will Ace wake up and see that he can have it all with Raegan before its to late?
When Raegan's life gets flipped upside down in a matter of seconds, what will she do? Everyone she loves will be in danger if she doesn't agree to the worst hell possible....breaking Ace in the process. When his buddies finally make him wake up and realize the truth, Ace is determined to get her back but he will soon learn it won't be as easy as he thought and will need help so he makes a phone call to the Peril MC!!!(WOOOOHOOOOO, I was so excited to see the LoP gang again!!) With the help of his brothers will Ace be able to get to Raegan in time before its to late? Will Raegan ever get the happily ever after she so badly deserves?
With the exception of a few I absolutely LOVED all the secondary characters!! Ace's old buddies Hayden, Travis and Toby....(I can't wait for their stories!!!) Joseph, Decklan, Sarah and Bean.
If you have not read any of AC's books you are truly missing out!! I recommend running right now and one clicking them all!! You will def not be disappointed!! She will take you on a journey you will never want to get off and have you begging for more!!
I still love your face AC!!!!!
October 9, 2014
Fantastic story following Ace and Cherry. Both have lots to work past but great great story AC sure knows how to pull on your heartstrings. I am looking forward to reading lots more from her! This book does not disappoint, so get to clicking and read it!
October 9, 2014
I have to say that I was more than a little bit surprised by this book. It was somewhat what I had expected a lot more too.
I had a love/hate relationship with Ace. I loved his loyalty to the people he cared for, but wanted to throttle him more than a few times too. I loved that when he loved he gave it his all, but hated that he was so stubborn and clueless as to see what he had right in front of him.
I liked Cherry a lot too. She was strong yet vulnerable in some ways. Her past wasn't an easy one and what she had to endure as the story progressed was sad to read. But at the same time, it just strengthened my belief that she had a caring heart and a strong will to survive.
Author A.C. Bextor did an amazing job in bringing Cherry and Ace's story to the page. She gave the reader a chance to get to know the character's inside out. We saw their faults and their most positive attributes and through it all she never veered off track in giving the reader the opportunity to experience Ace and Cherry's connection first-hand.
Ace and Cherry started as friends that supported each other through a difficult time, but as they got to spend more time together their relationship developed into something more. I enjoyed their banter and their honest interactions. I loved how Cherry held her own whenever Ace became over-bearing and over the top. She gave as good as she got and that fire was what ultimately made Ace accept that something more had develop between them.
Needless to say that their chemistry was off-the-charts HOT. Ace had a way about him that made even the simplest of kisses out of this world. I enjoyed whenever he gave into his lust and went at Cherry full-throttle, but I liked it even more when he was all sweet and tender. *sigh*
As the first book in a series, Ace's Redemption did more than I expected. Not only did the author bring in the romance and the conflict without it all being overwhelming to the reader, she also managed to introduce a whole set of intriguing secondary characters that helped to move the story along. They each added to the story and helped to reveal another side of the main character's that would have been hidden otherwise without their participation in the story. I especially loved Hayden and Travis and can't wait to read more of their stories.
All in all, an emotional roller coaster of a ride that was a little bit dark, a whole lot hot and sweet every now and then. I loved it!
*I received a copy of this title in exchange of my honest opinion.
I had a love/hate relationship with Ace. I loved his loyalty to the people he cared for, but wanted to throttle him more than a few times too. I loved that when he loved he gave it his all, but hated that he was so stubborn and clueless as to see what he had right in front of him.
I liked Cherry a lot too. She was strong yet vulnerable in some ways. Her past wasn't an easy one and what she had to endure as the story progressed was sad to read. But at the same time, it just strengthened my belief that she had a caring heart and a strong will to survive.
Author A.C. Bextor did an amazing job in bringing Cherry and Ace's story to the page. She gave the reader a chance to get to know the character's inside out. We saw their faults and their most positive attributes and through it all she never veered off track in giving the reader the opportunity to experience Ace and Cherry's connection first-hand.
Ace and Cherry started as friends that supported each other through a difficult time, but as they got to spend more time together their relationship developed into something more. I enjoyed their banter and their honest interactions. I loved how Cherry held her own whenever Ace became over-bearing and over the top. She gave as good as she got and that fire was what ultimately made Ace accept that something more had develop between them.
Needless to say that their chemistry was off-the-charts HOT. Ace had a way about him that made even the simplest of kisses out of this world. I enjoyed whenever he gave into his lust and went at Cherry full-throttle, but I liked it even more when he was all sweet and tender. *sigh*
As the first book in a series, Ace's Redemption did more than I expected. Not only did the author bring in the romance and the conflict without it all being overwhelming to the reader, she also managed to introduce a whole set of intriguing secondary characters that helped to move the story along. They each added to the story and helped to reveal another side of the main character's that would have been hidden otherwise without their participation in the story. I especially loved Hayden and Travis and can't wait to read more of their stories.
All in all, an emotional roller coaster of a ride that was a little bit dark, a whole lot hot and sweet every now and then. I loved it!
*I received a copy of this title in exchange of my honest opinion.
August 17, 2014
Swooning for Ace!
Okay so let me start out with Ace....
He drove me crazy in the Peril series.
I mean he was swoon worthy then but gah! I wanted him to move on from Sadey SOON!
So now with him and Cherry moving to Cali brings some interesting conflicts.
Cherry is trying to get her life together for herself and the sake of her son. She wants him back and Ace is there for her to help!
Ace being her for Cherry really makes me love him and I see why Cherry fell for him in the first place.
Ace meets up with some old buddies from his past. Wowza! They are some hot men in a band.... Hayden Toby and Travis. I call dibs on Travis! Lol (Looking forward to their stories!)
So Cherry ends up having to face some people from her past. Im talking about SCARY people that can threaten her son, Ace and everything she's worked for.
Ace of course is there and with the help of his other brotherhood Peril MC men they are all for saving Cherry/Raegan.
Loved how well written these character were. I could definitely ralate to all of them and understand them. Sarah Ace's sister was a lovely and corcky character that I hope so see more of. Bean Ace's grandma was a HOOT! Definitely need her input when these men all try to find love.
This is not a book just about rockers or MCs this is a book about LOVE and BROTHERHOOD.
I cannot wait for more. Great job A.C. you sure know how to get me lost in a book world.
Okay so let me start out with Ace....
He drove me crazy in the Peril series.
I mean he was swoon worthy then but gah! I wanted him to move on from Sadey SOON!
So now with him and Cherry moving to Cali brings some interesting conflicts.
Cherry is trying to get her life together for herself and the sake of her son. She wants him back and Ace is there for her to help!
Ace being her for Cherry really makes me love him and I see why Cherry fell for him in the first place.
Ace meets up with some old buddies from his past. Wowza! They are some hot men in a band.... Hayden Toby and Travis. I call dibs on Travis! Lol (Looking forward to their stories!)
So Cherry ends up having to face some people from her past. Im talking about SCARY people that can threaten her son, Ace and everything she's worked for.
Ace of course is there and with the help of his other brotherhood Peril MC men they are all for saving Cherry/Raegan.
Loved how well written these character were. I could definitely ralate to all of them and understand them. Sarah Ace's sister was a lovely and corcky character that I hope so see more of. Bean Ace's grandma was a HOOT! Definitely need her input when these men all try to find love.
This is not a book just about rockers or MCs this is a book about LOVE and BROTHERHOOD.
I cannot wait for more. Great job A.C. you sure know how to get me lost in a book world.
October 9, 2014
***Read as an ARC for www.barenakedwords.co***
Ace's Redemption
A.C. Bextor
"REDEMPTION: AN ACT OF REDEEMING OR ATONING FOR A FAULT OR MISTAKE, OR THE STATE OF BEING REDEEMED."
INTENSE. RAW. REAL.
Those are the words I would use to describe this book. A.C takes us into a world of troubled souls and shows us their struggles to find peace.
"That was the final assault on my already emotionally damaged sense of self. There was nothing else to do, nowhere else to go, and no around to care. "
Ace and Cherry both have a history of sadness and conflict. When they meet each other, they both have feelings and emotions they need to investigate. What I like about this book are the real situations that A.C. Bextor writes about. Although, upsetting to read at times, the realistic scenarios are easy to relate to.
"After giving myself a few minutes to release my sadness, in my own company and without interruption, I gather myself again. I sigh, rubbing the face of my phone as if Ace can feel this from miles away and understand my love for him is why I'm keeping us apart."
The emotion in the book was intense. Such a wide spectrum. This made it very easy for me to not put the book down! Kudos to A.C. Bexton! I look forward to reading more of your work!
Tara
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Ace's Redemption
A.C. Bextor
"REDEMPTION: AN ACT OF REDEEMING OR ATONING FOR A FAULT OR MISTAKE, OR THE STATE OF BEING REDEEMED."
INTENSE. RAW. REAL.
Those are the words I would use to describe this book. A.C takes us into a world of troubled souls and shows us their struggles to find peace.
"That was the final assault on my already emotionally damaged sense of self. There was nothing else to do, nowhere else to go, and no around to care. "
Ace and Cherry both have a history of sadness and conflict. When they meet each other, they both have feelings and emotions they need to investigate. What I like about this book are the real situations that A.C. Bextor writes about. Although, upsetting to read at times, the realistic scenarios are easy to relate to.
"After giving myself a few minutes to release my sadness, in my own company and without interruption, I gather myself again. I sigh, rubbing the face of my phone as if Ace can feel this from miles away and understand my love for him is why I'm keeping us apart."
The emotion in the book was intense. Such a wide spectrum. This made it very easy for me to not put the book down! Kudos to A.C. Bexton! I look forward to reading more of your work!
Tara
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
October 14, 2014
Wow I've just finished this and I'm speechless. This is the first book I've read by this author and I'm now banging my forehead wondering why I've waited so long.
This is a must read. I recommend you climb aboard this rollercoaster and join Ace and Cherrys journey. It's a story you won't wanna put down so be prepared to read it in one sitting.
I've got to admit I put this book down about half way through and took a few minutes to get my head together. I had invested my emotions in these characters that when I got to a certain part I was seriously afraid to keep reading. So after taking a deep breath, grabbing some alcohol and putting on my big girl pants I continued reading... Right through my favourite tv programmes. Yes that's right I was totally gripped.
Absolutely brilliant read. To date I've read nearly 500 books this year so far. This is definitely one of my top favourites!!
This is a must read. I recommend you climb aboard this rollercoaster and join Ace and Cherrys journey. It's a story you won't wanna put down so be prepared to read it in one sitting.
I've got to admit I put this book down about half way through and took a few minutes to get my head together. I had invested my emotions in these characters that when I got to a certain part I was seriously afraid to keep reading. So after taking a deep breath, grabbing some alcohol and putting on my big girl pants I continued reading... Right through my favourite tv programmes. Yes that's right I was totally gripped.
Absolutely brilliant read. To date I've read nearly 500 books this year so far. This is definitely one of my top favourites!!
November 18, 2014
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June 14, 2017
so... Ace's Redemption is a spinoff from the Lights of Peril MC. The author says you don't need to read The perils series first, and I guess you could be right but I disagree. You first meet Ace and Cherry in Lights of Peril and although Cherry is only a club whore for Peril, her character undergoes some critical shit that weighs heavily for the MC. Ace.. he's all over since he's a member and plays a major role. It's here you first meet him and his "love" for Sadey.. yes Sadey not Cherry. So, to fully understand everything that goes down I highly recommend you read Lights of Peril first.
With that being said, I liked this book, a lot. What I didn't like was everything was wrapped in a nice bow near the end and I wanted more details on how certain things happened....
1. How did Shame get Decklan?
2. Where did Shame go?
3. The mess with Hood and his "friends" coming in and "helping out"
All of this occurs at the end and I wanted details. However, those questioons won't ruin anything for someone who is about to read this... if you so you'll know what I mean AFTER you've read it.
With that being said, I liked this book, a lot. What I didn't like was everything was wrapped in a nice bow near the end and I wanted more details on how certain things happened....
1. How did Shame get Decklan?
2. Where did Shame go?
3. The mess with Hood and his "friends" coming in and "helping out"
All of this occurs at the end and I wanted details. However, those questioons won't ruin anything for someone who is about to read this... if you so you'll know what I mean AFTER you've read it.
dnf
August 24, 2018As per my latest rule, DNFed the moment I read the words "motorcycle club". Motorcycle club books always always always give me rage explosions and I can do without those, thank you very much.
September 24, 2014
Favorite Quotes or Lines:
That voice. Christ, I’m barely holding back as it is, and she wants to taunt me with her voice. “Don’t talk. Get my jeans off.”
I’m here with her; never leaving. Kissing her neck softly, I’m telling her it’s okay. She’s crying as she releases more regret and sadness.
NADBB was asked to review Ace’s Redemption by AC Bextor. This is an offshoot of her Lights of Peril series. I worried that I couldn't enjoy this one because I hadn't read her first books. That said, this book stands on its on merit. I thoroughly enjoyed it. In fact, I liked it so much that I will be grabbing up her Lights of Peril books as soon as I catch up.
Synopsis:
This book is about a fiercely loyal and damaged woman named Cherry “Rae” Reagan and her best friend Ace, who was in AC’s Lights of Peril series. Two people who have a sad history of falling completely in love—with the wrong people. To get a new start on life and maybe to lick old wounds Ace takes Rae back home with him. His plan is two fold, because she’s always been there for him he wants to make sure she is okay and help her get her life straightened out. That dynamic and the way that AC Bextor weaves the story while bringing in new characters, as well as characters from her previous books makes this ride so enjoyable.
Review:
I thought I was prepared for this book. I had heard through friends all the emotional roller coasters the author can take you on! So I geared up for the journey! I failed miserably. This book twisted me up, chewed me up, and spit me out. I went from screaming, to sighing to crying and back again. Luckily I ended with a happy sigh. AC Bextor is more than an author. She is a master artist. She created a world and a journey that I was completely caught up in.
The Good:
First and foremost, the good for me was all about the two lead characters. They broke my heart, they made me cheer, they made me scream, they made me excited, sad and a host of other things and those things were all okay because I loved the journey.
It should not be overlooked though that the minor characters introduced are just as entertaining and really flesh out the book completely.
The Bad:
Seriously, there are not a lot of things to put here. The writing was superb and the facts that I can enjoy the book even though I hadn’t read the previous series were all big positives. I can’t even nitpick on grammar as this book was wonderfully edited.
If I picked one thing, I would say that sometimes the road and choices the characters made wore me out. I literally would have to take a break and catch my second wind because there was no way I could hunt the characters down and slap them.
The Rating:
I give this book a solid 4.2 to 4.5 It may have been my first AC book? But it’s not going to be my last. In fact I got this ARC for a honest review. I will be purchasing this book. I only make that promise to books I truly enjoy completely. Ace? More than does this.
That voice. Christ, I’m barely holding back as it is, and she wants to taunt me with her voice. “Don’t talk. Get my jeans off.”
I’m here with her; never leaving. Kissing her neck softly, I’m telling her it’s okay. She’s crying as she releases more regret and sadness.
NADBB was asked to review Ace’s Redemption by AC Bextor. This is an offshoot of her Lights of Peril series. I worried that I couldn't enjoy this one because I hadn't read her first books. That said, this book stands on its on merit. I thoroughly enjoyed it. In fact, I liked it so much that I will be grabbing up her Lights of Peril books as soon as I catch up.
Synopsis:
This book is about a fiercely loyal and damaged woman named Cherry “Rae” Reagan and her best friend Ace, who was in AC’s Lights of Peril series. Two people who have a sad history of falling completely in love—with the wrong people. To get a new start on life and maybe to lick old wounds Ace takes Rae back home with him. His plan is two fold, because she’s always been there for him he wants to make sure she is okay and help her get her life straightened out. That dynamic and the way that AC Bextor weaves the story while bringing in new characters, as well as characters from her previous books makes this ride so enjoyable.
Review:
I thought I was prepared for this book. I had heard through friends all the emotional roller coasters the author can take you on! So I geared up for the journey! I failed miserably. This book twisted me up, chewed me up, and spit me out. I went from screaming, to sighing to crying and back again. Luckily I ended with a happy sigh. AC Bextor is more than an author. She is a master artist. She created a world and a journey that I was completely caught up in.
The Good:
First and foremost, the good for me was all about the two lead characters. They broke my heart, they made me cheer, they made me scream, they made me excited, sad and a host of other things and those things were all okay because I loved the journey.
It should not be overlooked though that the minor characters introduced are just as entertaining and really flesh out the book completely.
The Bad:
Seriously, there are not a lot of things to put here. The writing was superb and the facts that I can enjoy the book even though I hadn’t read the previous series were all big positives. I can’t even nitpick on grammar as this book was wonderfully edited.
If I picked one thing, I would say that sometimes the road and choices the characters made wore me out. I literally would have to take a break and catch my second wind because there was no way I could hunt the characters down and slap them.
The Rating:
I give this book a solid 4.2 to 4.5 It may have been my first AC book? But it’s not going to be my last. In fact I got this ARC for a honest review. I will be purchasing this book. I only make that promise to books I truly enjoy completely. Ace? More than does this.
October 17, 2014
Have you ever been in love with someone who just ddn’t love you back? It’s absolutely awful! What if the person you loved was also in love with someone else, and their someone else didn’t love them back? Would you feel connected to them because you both experienced the same hurt and rejection? These were some of my questions I had in the first few pages of Ace’s Redemption. I also learned that the two main characters Cherry and Ace had a complicated history. I hadn’t read the previous books where these characters were introduced, but I learned quickly that this wasn’t going to be your run-of-the-mill second chance romance. I was surprised by how powerful a story that this book was. It was a very exciting and emotional read.
Ace and Cherry have left Ohio and The Lights Of Peril MC and have moved on to California. Ace’s sister and grandmother are there, and it seems like the best place to mend his broken heart. Cherry and Ace settle into a comfortable and safe life together. Cherry is keeping an eye on his sister, and Ace is making sure Cherry stays on the straight and narrow. Cherry has no romantic illusions about Ace. Even though she is hopelessly in love with him she has accepted that he doesn’t feel the same way. Ace begins to realize that his protective feelings for Cherry may be more than just that. His jealousy takes hold, and he envisions way more than friendship with her. Can Ace convince Cherry that he has genuine feelings for her? Will Ace finally be able to let go of his past and move on with Cherry? And will a outside force come in and take any chance at happiness they had?
Ace and Cherry have quite a dynamic. I felt so much sadness for Cherry, and I can imagine the amount of strength it took for her to become clean. She exhibited a lot of kindness that it was hard to imagine her any other way. I enjoyed watching her friendship with Ace evolve into more. Ace had many hang-ups and plenty on his shoulders, but he was always sympathetic to Cherry’s delicate emotions. They had a good type of angst on their side.
The course of the book was filled with questions, truths, realizations, and heartache, along with a strong kind of love that was bullet proof. The supporting characters added a great element to the story. Fans of the Light Of Peril Series will enjoy seeing some of the old characters intertwined with the new ones.
If you are looking for romance that is far from typical, and one that drives you a little crazy at how good it is, then I recommend this book. Keep an eye out for more from this series it is certainly one to watch.
Ace and Cherry have left Ohio and The Lights Of Peril MC and have moved on to California. Ace’s sister and grandmother are there, and it seems like the best place to mend his broken heart. Cherry and Ace settle into a comfortable and safe life together. Cherry is keeping an eye on his sister, and Ace is making sure Cherry stays on the straight and narrow. Cherry has no romantic illusions about Ace. Even though she is hopelessly in love with him she has accepted that he doesn’t feel the same way. Ace begins to realize that his protective feelings for Cherry may be more than just that. His jealousy takes hold, and he envisions way more than friendship with her. Can Ace convince Cherry that he has genuine feelings for her? Will Ace finally be able to let go of his past and move on with Cherry? And will a outside force come in and take any chance at happiness they had?
Ace and Cherry have quite a dynamic. I felt so much sadness for Cherry, and I can imagine the amount of strength it took for her to become clean. She exhibited a lot of kindness that it was hard to imagine her any other way. I enjoyed watching her friendship with Ace evolve into more. Ace had many hang-ups and plenty on his shoulders, but he was always sympathetic to Cherry’s delicate emotions. They had a good type of angst on their side.
The course of the book was filled with questions, truths, realizations, and heartache, along with a strong kind of love that was bullet proof. The supporting characters added a great element to the story. Fans of the Light Of Peril Series will enjoy seeing some of the old characters intertwined with the new ones.
If you are looking for romance that is far from typical, and one that drives you a little crazy at how good it is, then I recommend this book. Keep an eye out for more from this series it is certainly one to watch.
October 6, 2014
My rating: 4.5 of 5 ⭐️
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Prepare yourselves for a myriad of emotions with this one!! AC Bextor transitions us quite seamlessly from the Lights Of Peril Trilogy into the Devil's Despair Series with the story of Ace and Cherry.
Both main characters have appeared in the before-mentioned trilogy and may invoke a less than favorable response from you if you have read the books. However, I urge you to hold any and all judgement. You have an opportunity to learn quite a bit more about both these complex people, through their own experiences and through the eyes of others. Enlightening to say the least.
This story provides some much needed context to properly asses both Cherry and Ace's positions in life. Where they come from, where they've been and where they currently are. The fact that Ace is still tender over a love lost is no secret, nor is the fact that Cherry has carried a torch for Ace. The fact that despite their differences they have managed to forge and maintain a strong friendship tells a lot about the underlying strength of their characters. But what is amazing, is the way AC Bextor is able to convey the at times gut-wrenching story of how they manage to tranform their relationship from the brink of destruction to a higher and deeper level. Risking their friendship, and laying their ultimate vulnerability on the line.
Ace's Redemption is a book about laying to rest what has happened in the past, acknowledging what you have in the present and recognizing what could be your future. Redemption is an apt component of the title, as much for Cherry as it is for Ace.
Love the start of this new direction for AC Bextor and am excited to see what is next in store!
✨Scorching hot, bitter-sweet, raw & revealing!✨
**Copy provided in return for an honest review.**
October 6, 2014
Oy yoi yoi! Cherry you poor thing! Gosh what this girl has gone through already in the previous Lights Of Peril, you would think would be enough but no, she's still in for more! I hand on heart felt so sorry for what she had gone through and was going through. A tough cookie indeedy and Ace - whatta man, whatta man, whatta mighty good man! Yep throwing some lyrics in there for ya! He come come rescue me anyday. As much as he peed me off at the start oh boy this tattoo marveling hulk of muscle flexing alpha male proved his worth indeed in Ace's Redemption.
Of course it was not an easy road to redemption, but nothing worth having ever is. He annoyed me, he lured me and then he swooned me. LOL. I loved him in the end.
I can't not review without touching on the cover too. Oh boy is that one hot tasty cover. Absolutely love it and without a doubt draws you right in.
For a biker read this isn't all biker at all and definitely sits on the outside of all that is MC. I loved the secondary characters in this book too. And I have actually taken a surprising liking to Travis and indeed manwhoring playboy Hayden! Really looking to meeting these two in depth in the future ;-)
But let's tell you how I felt whilst reading Ace's Redemption. Well, I felt disgust at what Rae had gone through, I felt animosity towards her Mother, wanted to give her Dad the biggest of hugs and grinned a lot at what Travis got up to and had one eyebrow cocked mostly all the time at Hayden and for him I was all judgemental lol. I felt the apprehension, the pain and the determination. This book brings with it a lot of emotions for you to get through and I love it when books do that.
I received a copy of Ace's Redemption, in return for an honest review. My reviews are my own and are 100% honest.
Of course it was not an easy road to redemption, but nothing worth having ever is. He annoyed me, he lured me and then he swooned me. LOL. I loved him in the end.
I can't not review without touching on the cover too. Oh boy is that one hot tasty cover. Absolutely love it and without a doubt draws you right in.
For a biker read this isn't all biker at all and definitely sits on the outside of all that is MC. I loved the secondary characters in this book too. And I have actually taken a surprising liking to Travis and indeed manwhoring playboy Hayden! Really looking to meeting these two in depth in the future ;-)
But let's tell you how I felt whilst reading Ace's Redemption. Well, I felt disgust at what Rae had gone through, I felt animosity towards her Mother, wanted to give her Dad the biggest of hugs and grinned a lot at what Travis got up to and had one eyebrow cocked mostly all the time at Hayden and for him I was all judgemental lol. I felt the apprehension, the pain and the determination. This book brings with it a lot of emotions for you to get through and I love it when books do that.
I received a copy of Ace's Redemption, in return for an honest review. My reviews are my own and are 100% honest.
October 2, 2014
I was a beta reader for this book and I can easily say that this is AC Bextor's best work yet. If you have read the Lights of Peril series (which has now been newly re-edited and formatted) then you will recognize these characters in Ace's Redemption. Ace was either loved or severely hated in Peril, yet we didn't learn much about him. The same goes for Cherry. In Peril we knew very little about her. Well, AC Bextor has blown their story WIDE OPEN. I am a HUGE Ace lover. He starts off in this story so broken, yet as the story progresses we get to see him grow as a person and understand what real love means. One of my favorite things about this is that AC stayed very true to the character of Ace. I love that. Cherry is one of my favorite characters. She has a very sad and horrific past. She should be broken and depressed. She is neither. She is a fighter and a survivor. She is feisty and does not let anyone walk over her. The prologue will grab you and the story will keep you. This book runs through almost every emotion and by the end I felt fulfilled. You do not need to read the Lights of Peril series to fully enjoy this book, yet I really suggest you do it anyway. I loved the secondary characters in this story and have a feeling we will be in for a wild ride when their stories are told. I want to say so much more but I will leave it for you to read and decide. Give this book a chance, it is so very worth it. 5 glowing stars! Ps. It is a standalone with NO CLIFFHANGER. :) Happy Reading!
October 9, 2014
Worth the wait!
It might be the hot cover or the author's thorough marketing campaign on social media, but whatever the reason, I was determined to have a copy of Ace's Redemption as soon as it was released. As the first book in A.C. Bextor's Devil's Despair series, it can be read as a standalone, but there are strong connections to her Lights of Peril series. This was my first experience reading her work -- but it definitely won't be the last.
My hairdresser can attest that aside from greeting her, my attention was completely focused on my Kindle until I came up for air after the last page. It was simply too good to put down between the angst and the humor (yep, it's a roller coaster). Not only did the author exceed my expectations with some incredibly well-developed characters, but the intensity meshed perfectly with the storyline (meaning there was substance to go with the spice). When you mix a rock band, a motorcycle club and two characters who generate plenty of sparks with some really bad guys, the outcome is rather combustible.
The story was professionally packaged, a fact I want to emphasize because too many releases skip that final round of editing. I am definitely on board to see what A.C. Bextor has in store for this series.
It might be the hot cover or the author's thorough marketing campaign on social media, but whatever the reason, I was determined to have a copy of Ace's Redemption as soon as it was released. As the first book in A.C. Bextor's Devil's Despair series, it can be read as a standalone, but there are strong connections to her Lights of Peril series. This was my first experience reading her work -- but it definitely won't be the last.
My hairdresser can attest that aside from greeting her, my attention was completely focused on my Kindle until I came up for air after the last page. It was simply too good to put down between the angst and the humor (yep, it's a roller coaster). Not only did the author exceed my expectations with some incredibly well-developed characters, but the intensity meshed perfectly with the storyline (meaning there was substance to go with the spice). When you mix a rock band, a motorcycle club and two characters who generate plenty of sparks with some really bad guys, the outcome is rather combustible.
The story was professionally packaged, a fact I want to emphasize because too many releases skip that final round of editing. I am definitely on board to see what A.C. Bextor has in store for this series.
October 8, 2014
Loved this book. I know it says that you don't need to read the Lights of Peril Series before reading this but I would recommend it as that series was great and it introduces you to Ace and Cherry. It also gives you a good background to both of them and why they have moved from Ohio.
I loved Ace in this book (in the Lights of Peril series he was a brat sometimes but it was because of his love for Sadey) but in this book you really get to see the side to Ace that you always knew was there but was just hidden. He wants to do right by Cherry but in a friendly way as he is still so blinded by a love that he will never have. You get to hear his thoughts and how he is feeling. I loved Bean she's a wise old woman. I also loved the guys and the care that they have for each other and they are not afraid to tell it like it is when needed. I loved seeing a little bit of Hem and Shame from Lights of Peril (i'm a sucker for a biker).
Can't wait for the other guys stories especially Travis who is still a bit of mystery at the moment.
I loved Ace in this book (in the Lights of Peril series he was a brat sometimes but it was because of his love for Sadey) but in this book you really get to see the side to Ace that you always knew was there but was just hidden. He wants to do right by Cherry but in a friendly way as he is still so blinded by a love that he will never have. You get to hear his thoughts and how he is feeling. I loved Bean she's a wise old woman. I also loved the guys and the care that they have for each other and they are not afraid to tell it like it is when needed. I loved seeing a little bit of Hem and Shame from Lights of Peril (i'm a sucker for a biker).
Can't wait for the other guys stories especially Travis who is still a bit of mystery at the moment.
November 22, 2017
I love reading a good MC read and this book was pretty good once I got back to it. I really liked Cherry and Ace he would do anything to help her stay clean and get her kid back. Cherry was in love with Ace even though she knew he was in love with someone else. This book did have some confusing things into to me because I haven't read the first series. I loved Ace's friends that were introduced it this book and I am looking forward to reading about Travis. The sex between this two were hot. This book was well written with no errors in grammar or spelling I am looking forward to reading the next book.
October 10, 2014
Thrilling from start to finish… Ace´s Redemption sucked me right in, and I was hooked!
Well-developed characters and a roller coaster plot add depth to this raw and intense novel that is filler with so many different emotions. The sexual tension and chemistry between Ace and Cherry is hot and will keep you turning the pages.
A.C. Bextor delivered a captivating‚ well written and brilliantly executed novel that I couldn´t get enough of. I am looking forward to read the next books in the series.
≧◔◡◔≦ 5 ✰ read ≧◉◡◉≦
>>>Complimentary copy provided in exchange for an honest review<<<
Well-developed characters and a roller coaster plot add depth to this raw and intense novel that is filler with so many different emotions. The sexual tension and chemistry between Ace and Cherry is hot and will keep you turning the pages.
A.C. Bextor delivered a captivating‚ well written and brilliantly executed novel that I couldn´t get enough of. I am looking forward to read the next books in the series.
≧◔◡◔≦ 5 ✰ read ≧◉◡◉≦
>>>Complimentary copy provided in exchange for an honest review<<<
September 28, 2014
Holy hotness, absolutely loved Ace and Cherry!! This book is intense, hot and completely real-life. You get every situation and emotion possible. While Hayden is male whore hotness, I loved Trav's quiet intensity and cannot wait for their stories as well. this was my first A.C Bextor story and i can say without a doubt it will not be my last! A fan for life now ❤
October 15, 2014
This is somewhere between a 4 and 5. I liked the writing, the story was fantastic. I just wish we had more development into Cherry healing and evolving into Reagan. I believe what Cherry went through becoming "Cherry"....a whore, then a club whore....that would have added to the development of the story and selfishly I would have loved. to read more of it.
October 30, 2014
Another good one by A.C. Bextor, if you liked the Peril series you will like this one. Has a lot of familiar characters in it.
June 18, 2017
I loved Ace from the start, back in the lights of peril series, so when I saw that ace had his own story to tell. I was all on it!
we are now a few months after ace and cherry head to California.
I loved the fact that ace and cherry have bonded together to help each other out. ace is helping cherry stay clean so she can get her son and cherry is helping ace take care of his grandmother and his little sister.
my heart broke all over for ace and watching him try to move on and let go of Sadey (The woman he was in love with for so long only to find out she has been in love with his mc president for longer) it hurt to watch his healing process add then the fact that cherry was in love with ace but ace couldn't see her. that made this novel all the more intense.
Ace' s Redemption is a whirlwind romance and can be read as a standalone but I highly recommend you read the lights of peril series first!
we are now a few months after ace and cherry head to California.
I loved the fact that ace and cherry have bonded together to help each other out. ace is helping cherry stay clean so she can get her son and cherry is helping ace take care of his grandmother and his little sister.
my heart broke all over for ace and watching him try to move on and let go of Sadey (The woman he was in love with for so long only to find out she has been in love with his mc president for longer) it hurt to watch his healing process add then the fact that cherry was in love with ace but ace couldn't see her. that made this novel all the more intense.
Ace' s Redemption is a whirlwind romance and can be read as a standalone but I highly recommend you read the lights of peril series first!
March 13, 2017
Although this was the first book in the series, I found this book rather confusing at first, the references to the past had me thinking, so I finally I checked. This is a spin off from another series, so I would advise anyone to read that first. At times I wanted to put this book down, it was a little slow at first, plus the references to the past and not knowing what had happened was driving me mad. Anyway, I persevered, as I wanted to know the end, and as things were explained a little more the blanks were pretty much filled in. Maybe I should have read the other series first, but I won't be bothering now, unfortunately it has just put me off, sorry!
September 18, 2014
Possible spoiler alert***
I was given this book as an ARC....this is the first book that I have read by AC. AMAZEBALLS! I loved this story!
Ace was introduced in her series Lights of Peril. The story is about him and his friend Cherry starting both their lives over. They move to California and live with his younger sister Sarah and his grandmother Bean.
Cherry has had bad luck since she was 15. Pimped out as a hooker at 15, pregnant at 16, leaving her parents house, using drugs to escape, leaving her son with her parents to have a better life and then becoming the biker's whore. Through it all she never gives up. With Ace's help, he is helping her get her life back together so that she can get her son Decklan's back. Cherry is in love with Ace and supports him any way she can. Just like Ace is her protector.
When Ace introduces her to his friends Hayden, Toby, Travis and Marlee; however he wasn't expecting Travis to take an interest. During introductions, he also finds out that Cherry's real name is Raegan. All Ace wants to do is protect his Raegan. After Reagan defends Hayden and Ace at the bar one night, Ace finally admits that Raegan is his.
Raegan feels like she is getting everything she ever wanted. As a surprise for Raegan, Ace and Travis take her on a flight to Las Vegas to see her son on his birthday. Her dad welcomes her home, but her mother hasn't changed one bit. Decklan is a sweet boy and Raegan missed him so much. She won't tell him though that she is his mother. Her dad agrees that Raegan should get to know him and that he will pay for her to come once a month to visit with him.
During her times away, Ace is going out of his mind. He misses her and is afraid he isn't good enough for her and eventually she will leave him to be with her son. It is also during one of these visits with her son that the worst possible thing happens to her. Decklan's father Vinnie finds her. Vinnie is not only his father but also her old pimp and the man that abused her. He threatens Raegan with the things she holds the closest to her heart. Her family-Ace, Sarah, Bean, Decklan and her dad. If she doesn't come back and live with him, they will all suffer because of her.
So she leaves everyone behind in California and returns to Las Vegas to live with Vinnie. The only bright side is that Decklan is living there as well. Ace is devastated. After some sense being knocked into him by Bean, he takes off to get Raegan back. Her dad is more then willing to help Ace. After finding out how bad the situation is, Ace calls in the big guns for help. Hem and Shame from Lights of Peril. When Raegan sees that they all have come for her, she is so afraid for them. She does something stupid that puts her in the hospital. Ace refuses to leave her side the entire time. Raegan is afraid and explains everything to Ace. Hem and Shame take care of the rest.
Then the moment when her son comes to see her....get your Kleenex ready....is the most touching thing that can happen to this resilient woman. She feels like everything is finally falling into place. She is no longer Cherry, now she is finally Raegan. Ace admits his feelings and finally sees himself worthy of this resilient woman. This is an amazing story of strength showing what this woman has had to overcome in her life. She puts everyone above herself. By being around her, the man she loves is able to move past all the things that were holding him back as well. I can't say enough about this book. I know that I will be reading her Lights of a Peril series so I can learn more about their past. I look forward to the future with Ace and Raegan, along with Hayden and Travis. If you are looking for a book with strong characters, oozing sex appeal, and suspense, this is the book for you. Thank you again for the ARC.....it was amazing! Love ACE!
I was given this book as an ARC....this is the first book that I have read by AC. AMAZEBALLS! I loved this story!
Ace was introduced in her series Lights of Peril. The story is about him and his friend Cherry starting both their lives over. They move to California and live with his younger sister Sarah and his grandmother Bean.
Cherry has had bad luck since she was 15. Pimped out as a hooker at 15, pregnant at 16, leaving her parents house, using drugs to escape, leaving her son with her parents to have a better life and then becoming the biker's whore. Through it all she never gives up. With Ace's help, he is helping her get her life back together so that she can get her son Decklan's back. Cherry is in love with Ace and supports him any way she can. Just like Ace is her protector.
When Ace introduces her to his friends Hayden, Toby, Travis and Marlee; however he wasn't expecting Travis to take an interest. During introductions, he also finds out that Cherry's real name is Raegan. All Ace wants to do is protect his Raegan. After Reagan defends Hayden and Ace at the bar one night, Ace finally admits that Raegan is his.
Raegan feels like she is getting everything she ever wanted. As a surprise for Raegan, Ace and Travis take her on a flight to Las Vegas to see her son on his birthday. Her dad welcomes her home, but her mother hasn't changed one bit. Decklan is a sweet boy and Raegan missed him so much. She won't tell him though that she is his mother. Her dad agrees that Raegan should get to know him and that he will pay for her to come once a month to visit with him.
During her times away, Ace is going out of his mind. He misses her and is afraid he isn't good enough for her and eventually she will leave him to be with her son. It is also during one of these visits with her son that the worst possible thing happens to her. Decklan's father Vinnie finds her. Vinnie is not only his father but also her old pimp and the man that abused her. He threatens Raegan with the things she holds the closest to her heart. Her family-Ace, Sarah, Bean, Decklan and her dad. If she doesn't come back and live with him, they will all suffer because of her.
So she leaves everyone behind in California and returns to Las Vegas to live with Vinnie. The only bright side is that Decklan is living there as well. Ace is devastated. After some sense being knocked into him by Bean, he takes off to get Raegan back. Her dad is more then willing to help Ace. After finding out how bad the situation is, Ace calls in the big guns for help. Hem and Shame from Lights of Peril. When Raegan sees that they all have come for her, she is so afraid for them. She does something stupid that puts her in the hospital. Ace refuses to leave her side the entire time. Raegan is afraid and explains everything to Ace. Hem and Shame take care of the rest.
Then the moment when her son comes to see her....get your Kleenex ready....is the most touching thing that can happen to this resilient woman. She feels like everything is finally falling into place. She is no longer Cherry, now she is finally Raegan. Ace admits his feelings and finally sees himself worthy of this resilient woman. This is an amazing story of strength showing what this woman has had to overcome in her life. She puts everyone above herself. By being around her, the man she loves is able to move past all the things that were holding him back as well. I can't say enough about this book. I know that I will be reading her Lights of a Peril series so I can learn more about their past. I look forward to the future with Ace and Raegan, along with Hayden and Travis. If you are looking for a book with strong characters, oozing sex appeal, and suspense, this is the book for you. Thank you again for the ARC.....it was amazing! Love ACE!
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