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Dash #1
Dash: Volume 1
Tabatha Knight has spent the last year of her life in a relationship that made her lose herself. Now that it's over, all she wants is a night out and have some fun. What she gets is much more.
Erik Dashling always finds himself in trouble. On day, he finds himself behind bars where he gets offered an opportunity he can't turn down. But what happens when the woman he wants has the power to take it away?
Some things are worth the risk
Erik Dashling always finds himself in trouble. On day, he finds himself behind bars where he gets offered an opportunity he can't turn down. But what happens when the woman he wants has the power to take it away?
Some things are worth the risk
177 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 4, 2014
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Shantel Tessier
69 books34.6k followersShantel is a USA Today & Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author. She lives in Oklahoma with her high school sweetheart, who is a wonderful, supportive husband and their two daughters. She loves to spend time cuddled up on the couch with a good book. Although she has a passion to write, her family is most important to her.
Email her at: Shanteltessierassistant@gmail.com
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November 4, 2014
4.5 stars
Erik Dashling “Dash” is a reckless bad boy, with money that keeps him out of trouble. After his latest run in with the cops the last thing he was expected was a job offer from Mr. Knight, a powerful man that starts his own racing teams. To celebrate the job offer of a lifetime Dash and his friend Blake decide to have a party. At the party Dash meets Tabatha.
She’s absolutely stunning and doesn’t even realize it. She doesn’t even have to try to stand out.
When Tabatha comes out of her drunk haze the next morning she finds maybe drinking and sleeping with a stranger, that she can’t even remember his name wasn’t such a good idea. Sneaking out of the house she chops it up as a one night stand, and she’ll never see the nameless guy again. Returning back to her family’s house she comes face to face with the nameless guy who has just been signed to her fathers new racing team (so much for never seeing him again).
Dash is a persistent man and knows that one wild night with Tabatha isn’t enough, he wants more. However, Tabatha keeps Dash at arms length knowing that just getting out a bad relationship, she sure as hell doesn’t need to start another.
Can Dash get through the walls Tabatha puts up?
And…
When their ex’s run interference how does that affect them?
Dash was a great start to a new series by Shantel. I loved that Tabatha is a girl getting out of a horrible relationship, and finding herself again. And Dash…well what girl doesn’t like a man that is a little on the wild side, and goes after what he wants?
I think Shantel did a great job with the first volume of Dash and I can’t wait for the second. I want to see what Dash and Tabatha’s relationship holds, what their crazy ex’s try to do, and what Tabatha’s dad has to say about their developing relationship.
Erik Dashling “Dash” is a reckless bad boy, with money that keeps him out of trouble. After his latest run in with the cops the last thing he was expected was a job offer from Mr. Knight, a powerful man that starts his own racing teams. To celebrate the job offer of a lifetime Dash and his friend Blake decide to have a party. At the party Dash meets Tabatha.
She’s absolutely stunning and doesn’t even realize it. She doesn’t even have to try to stand out.
When Tabatha comes out of her drunk haze the next morning she finds maybe drinking and sleeping with a stranger, that she can’t even remember his name wasn’t such a good idea. Sneaking out of the house she chops it up as a one night stand, and she’ll never see the nameless guy again. Returning back to her family’s house she comes face to face with the nameless guy who has just been signed to her fathers new racing team (so much for never seeing him again).
Dash is a persistent man and knows that one wild night with Tabatha isn’t enough, he wants more. However, Tabatha keeps Dash at arms length knowing that just getting out a bad relationship, she sure as hell doesn’t need to start another.
Can Dash get through the walls Tabatha puts up?
And…
When their ex’s run interference how does that affect them?
Dash was a great start to a new series by Shantel. I loved that Tabatha is a girl getting out of a horrible relationship, and finding herself again. And Dash…well what girl doesn’t like a man that is a little on the wild side, and goes after what he wants?
I think Shantel did a great job with the first volume of Dash and I can’t wait for the second. I want to see what Dash and Tabatha’s relationship holds, what their crazy ex’s try to do, and what Tabatha’s dad has to say about their developing relationship.
January 18, 2018
OMG the feels in this story will stay with you long after the book is over. It is full of mystery, suspense, action, good guys, bad guys, romance passion and …Heartbreak. This is Dash and Tabatha’s story. What a story it is.. Erik Dashling aka Dash is the epitome of a bad boy. He was such a bad boy until he ends up running into Tabatha and their connection, their chemistry was just what was needed to change that bad boy good.
Dash gets a rude awakening when he cannot seem to get Tabatha into him. She blows him off and that makes Dash do everything he can to show her that he is that man she needs in her life. But slowly, while Dash is pursuing Tabatha and trying to show he is “a changed man”, she really is changing him and he is becoming a man to be proud of. There is a lot of drama and a HUGE twist…will this amazing couple get their HEA?
What I can say is this is the start of a serial so at this time this book doesn’t have a HEA but a HFN listed. I was so bummed about that. I hope that there will be an update provided shortly on when book 2 will be out. The characters are amazing and the breathe of feeling in this story had me going thru boxes of tissues. I was either screaming at a kindle or hugging my kindle or pouring my eyes out at my kindle during the reading of this story. This author wrote such an amazing piece that , as I state, it will stay with you long after the book has ended. I cannot wait until the next book is written and questions that I had come up during the reading of this story will be answered. Tabatha and Dash are an epic couple and this is one passionate and lovely romance read of their love.
My Rating: 4.5 stars *****
“I received an advanced copy of this book from the author at no cost to me."
January 12, 2019
Whoa this book is freaking hot! Passion, heartbreak, jealousy, abuse, determination, and laughs all rolled up in one. I'm a huge Dash fan!
I need to start with Tabatha, she is such a strong woman, and very determined to be free and live her life without her verbal abuse ex boyfriend. The dude is such a fool. Lucky for Tabatha she decided to have a one night stand with a very delicious guy named Dash. Dash is a rule breaker, he is wild, carefree and downright determined to get some more alone time with this feisty Tabatha.
I need to start with Tabatha, she is such a strong woman, and very determined to be free and live her life without her verbal abuse ex boyfriend. The dude is such a fool. Lucky for Tabatha she decided to have a one night stand with a very delicious guy named Dash. Dash is a rule breaker, he is wild, carefree and downright determined to get some more alone time with this feisty Tabatha.
October 26, 2014
I love this author and was excited to read the new one from her. This time around we have a biker in the form of Erik ‘Dash’ Dashling. He is a reckless biker rather than an out and out bad boy which has got him in trouble on a few occasions with the law. This time what he thinks is going to end up as another brush with the law ends up being the opportunity of a dream job.
To celebrate he holds a party where he meets the newly single Tabatha Knight, her sharp tongue and stunning looks has her wanting her badly. He has her, wants more of her but she doesn’t seem to feel the same way. Only problem for her is that Dash always gets what he wants, and he wants Tabatha.
This is the start of a serial (yes that had me groaning a bit too) and as such there is no ending to the book (yup another groan). Instead at the end of the instalment we get a few questions as to how some of the characters will fit in and what they will do to our couple.
I love the characters that have been introduced so far, even the ‘evil’ ones. I always come close to docking a star from my review when it is a serial but I can never bring myself to do so. Mot when an author has you already chomping at the bit for the next instalment. It is when that happens you know you have a good read on your hands! That is the case here.
Please note I was given a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
To celebrate he holds a party where he meets the newly single Tabatha Knight, her sharp tongue and stunning looks has her wanting her badly. He has her, wants more of her but she doesn’t seem to feel the same way. Only problem for her is that Dash always gets what he wants, and he wants Tabatha.
This is the start of a serial (yes that had me groaning a bit too) and as such there is no ending to the book (yup another groan). Instead at the end of the instalment we get a few questions as to how some of the characters will fit in and what they will do to our couple.
I love the characters that have been introduced so far, even the ‘evil’ ones. I always come close to docking a star from my review when it is a serial but I can never bring myself to do so. Mot when an author has you already chomping at the bit for the next instalment. It is when that happens you know you have a good read on your hands! That is the case here.
Please note I was given a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
November 4, 2014
5 Sizzling Stars!
I love this author and I am totally digging serial novels these days so I jumped at the chance to read this book and I was not disappointed.
This book was off the charts at good, addictive, and totally teased my senses, making me want more! This book was sweet, smart, suspenseful, intense, funny, and has one storyline that is sure to be one crazy, sexy ride as we delve deeper into the series.
This is Tabatha and Erik "Dash" story. Dash is a rich rebel, break the law, skies the limit kind of guy. When an opportunity of a lifetime comes along, he takes it. When he meets Tabatha, who is out celebrating for her own reasons, he wants her. But one night is never enough. And what Dash wants, Dash gets. Get ready for an explosive ride with Dash and Tabatha
I cannot wait for more of Dash and Tabatha! This book totally has me wanting more of our bad boy Dash. He was naughty, sexy, and totally delicious. I also liked Tabatha. As with serial novels, we get to know the characters over time but they made one hell of an introduction.
I highly recommend book one in this addictive new series.
Review Post---> http://reneeentress.blogspot.com/2014...
I love this author and I am totally digging serial novels these days so I jumped at the chance to read this book and I was not disappointed.
This book was off the charts at good, addictive, and totally teased my senses, making me want more! This book was sweet, smart, suspenseful, intense, funny, and has one storyline that is sure to be one crazy, sexy ride as we delve deeper into the series.
This is Tabatha and Erik "Dash" story. Dash is a rich rebel, break the law, skies the limit kind of guy. When an opportunity of a lifetime comes along, he takes it. When he meets Tabatha, who is out celebrating for her own reasons, he wants her. But one night is never enough. And what Dash wants, Dash gets. Get ready for an explosive ride with Dash and Tabatha
I cannot wait for more of Dash and Tabatha! This book totally has me wanting more of our bad boy Dash. He was naughty, sexy, and totally delicious. I also liked Tabatha. As with serial novels, we get to know the characters over time but they made one hell of an introduction.
I highly recommend book one in this addictive new series.
Review Post---> http://reneeentress.blogspot.com/2014...
November 12, 2014
HOLY SHIT!! This book is awesome! It is hot and I'm sorry but I love a bad boy. And Erik Dashling aka Dash is the epitome of a bad boy. He loves speed and taking chanves. When he ends up crossing paths with Tabatha the explosive chemistry is palpable. But will one night be enough or did Dash just want in her pants to further his career.
I love this story. So excited for the next addition it ant come soon enough.
I love this story. So excited for the next addition it ant come soon enough.
December 31, 2014
it was a nice story
I thought it was Cute short story. I like it and I thought it flowed well. I give it a four star.
I thought it was Cute short story. I like it and I thought it flowed well. I give it a four star.
June 22, 2015
I just finished and i am a blubbering mess. Total book hangover coming on! Everything about this book touches your heart and just makes you feel. Full review to follow on FBR Book Grind
November 4, 2014
★✩★✩★ 5- Wicked Hott but WARNING~Cliffhanger Ahead!! -Stars
~this review may contain minor spoilers~
This is a once in a lifetime opportunity. I mean, I'm twenty-two with a rap sheet longer than my left arm and a very powerful and rich man is standing in front of me offering me the chance at my dream job.
“What's the catch?”
Tabitha Knight is just getting out of a one year relationship that changed the woman she is; she may have loved her ex, but she did not like the person he turned her into. Now that she's free, she is determined to find her self again and cut loose, one alcohol hazed party is just the way to do it... until she wakes up the next morning and realizes she got more than she bargained for.
Erik Dashling is admittedly a little reckless and it has landed him in some trouble on more than one occasion. His latest stunt ends in jail and a job opportunity of a lifetime. A night of partying to celebrate his new path in life brings him face to face with the first woman to ever completely captivate him, and also the one woman who now holds his future in the palm of her hands. Now he must decide if following his heart is worth the risk of losing his once in a lifetime chance at a career he could only have dreamed of before now.
I couldn't hide who I really am. I am a smart-mouthed bitch who has anger issues and a right hook to prove it. If that meant I rolled around in the dirt with the ones he considered scum, then call me the fucking queen of the scum world.
I knew going into this that it was the start of a new series, that alone should have prepared me for the epic friggin cliffhanger... I wasn't. I totally dropped the ball on this one so I feel it's only right that I warn others. That's not to say you should pass on this book, just be prepared for a little screaming at the end and not the fun, lust induced variety.
Now that my cliffy rant is out of my system, let me just say ~ READ THIS BOOK!! It's a relatively short read, it is a novella after all, and with that we always run the risk of not having enough time to really get to know our characters but that wasn't the case here. The author had no problem fully submerging us into their lives in the little bit of time that we had. These two were wicked hott together, sexy as hell, and funny too; it was an awesome combination, although Tabitha did show some frustrating stubbornness a few times, but I got where she was coming from-she was recently burned and acted accordingly. Now Dash... oohhh I LOVE that man! He doesn't know what it means to give up, he goes after what he wants and won't take no for an answer~he will wickedly seduce a yes out of you weather you want to or not, he may be confused by the feelings Tabitha is bringing out of him but he doesn't run away from them which is a nice change of pace. But damn that ending~seriously dude, WTF am I supposed to do with that?! I can assure you I will be monkey climbing the walls til the next installment comes out. As sadistic as Shantel Tessier has proved herself to be, she has still secured her spot on my One-Click Addiction list with this man... I mean book ;)
I don't know what it is that I feel exactly for her besides lust. But something else is there. I'm not saying I love her or that I want to run off and get married tomorrow. But I do want us to spend a couple of days in my bed and get to know each other better.
Check out my FULL post @ Bookworm Betties
Happy Reading xo Jenn
~this review may contain minor spoilers~
This is a once in a lifetime opportunity. I mean, I'm twenty-two with a rap sheet longer than my left arm and a very powerful and rich man is standing in front of me offering me the chance at my dream job.
“What's the catch?”
Tabitha Knight is just getting out of a one year relationship that changed the woman she is; she may have loved her ex, but she did not like the person he turned her into. Now that she's free, she is determined to find her self again and cut loose, one alcohol hazed party is just the way to do it... until she wakes up the next morning and realizes she got more than she bargained for.
Erik Dashling is admittedly a little reckless and it has landed him in some trouble on more than one occasion. His latest stunt ends in jail and a job opportunity of a lifetime. A night of partying to celebrate his new path in life brings him face to face with the first woman to ever completely captivate him, and also the one woman who now holds his future in the palm of her hands. Now he must decide if following his heart is worth the risk of losing his once in a lifetime chance at a career he could only have dreamed of before now.
I couldn't hide who I really am. I am a smart-mouthed bitch who has anger issues and a right hook to prove it. If that meant I rolled around in the dirt with the ones he considered scum, then call me the fucking queen of the scum world.
I knew going into this that it was the start of a new series, that alone should have prepared me for the epic friggin cliffhanger... I wasn't. I totally dropped the ball on this one so I feel it's only right that I warn others. That's not to say you should pass on this book, just be prepared for a little screaming at the end and not the fun, lust induced variety.
Now that my cliffy rant is out of my system, let me just say ~ READ THIS BOOK!! It's a relatively short read, it is a novella after all, and with that we always run the risk of not having enough time to really get to know our characters but that wasn't the case here. The author had no problem fully submerging us into their lives in the little bit of time that we had. These two were wicked hott together, sexy as hell, and funny too; it was an awesome combination, although Tabitha did show some frustrating stubbornness a few times, but I got where she was coming from-she was recently burned and acted accordingly. Now Dash... oohhh I LOVE that man! He doesn't know what it means to give up, he goes after what he wants and won't take no for an answer~he will wickedly seduce a yes out of you weather you want to or not, he may be confused by the feelings Tabitha is bringing out of him but he doesn't run away from them which is a nice change of pace. But damn that ending~seriously dude, WTF am I supposed to do with that?! I can assure you I will be monkey climbing the walls til the next installment comes out. As sadistic as Shantel Tessier has proved herself to be, she has still secured her spot on my One-Click Addiction list with this man... I mean book ;)
I don't know what it is that I feel exactly for her besides lust. But something else is there. I'm not saying I love her or that I want to run off and get married tomorrow. But I do want us to spend a couple of days in my bed and get to know each other better.
Check out my FULL post @ Bookworm Betties
Happy Reading xo Jenn
November 4, 2014
4 1/2 STARS
I am a huge fan of Shantel Tessier's Undescribable series, so of course I was super excited for a new novella series with her. New characters, with new backgrounds and of course hot sex (since Shantel is known to write some HOT scenes)! And DASH definitely does not disappoint! This is a short novella that will definitely leave you wanting more.
"I look down to the speedometer on my bike and see that I'm doing ninety-two in a sixty-five. Fuck!"
Erik "Dash" Dashling is reckless. He lives life in the fast lane. Getting in trouble with the law for driving way too fast on his bike is just his newest addition to his driving record. But somehow Dash always figures a way out of it. Between his charm, money, and quick talking he usually finds himself getting away with it. This time is no different except someone has stepped in to help him and offered him the chance to race professionally, something he has always wanted. He just has to stop being so reckless off the track.
"I am a smart-mouthed bitch who has anger issues and a right hook to prove it."
Tabitha Knight is that rich, privileged girl that everyone wishes they could be. But what most don't see is that she is a strong willed, smart mouthed woman who fell for the wrong guy and somewhere along the way lost who she is. And now she is convinced that she will never let that happen again. (I loved her, she has a backbone and I love that) Trying to have a good time and move on she decides to go to a party with her friend. What she didn't expect was to get plastered and wake up the next morning slowly realizing that she slept with someone at the party.
"Just my fucking luck! The girl I slept with at my party is the one and only Tabatha Knight. Mr. Knight’s daughter. My new boss!"
After a night of hot sex that leaves Dash knowing he wants to get to know that girl more, he gets up goes to his meeting with his new boss only to find out the girl he wants his Mr. Knights daughter. The passion and chemistry between them is hot, but is that enough to overcome the obstacles in their way? She is off limits for Dash, but she also needs him when her past comes looking to take her back. Can they find their way together, or will it sizzle out before it even begins?
Dash is fast paced from beginning to end, and when it ends be prepared to want more. This is a short novella and you will definitely be left wanting Volume 2… like NOW! I can't wait to see what is next for Dash and Tabitha.
I am a huge fan of Shantel Tessier's Undescribable series, so of course I was super excited for a new novella series with her. New characters, with new backgrounds and of course hot sex (since Shantel is known to write some HOT scenes)! And DASH definitely does not disappoint! This is a short novella that will definitely leave you wanting more.
"I look down to the speedometer on my bike and see that I'm doing ninety-two in a sixty-five. Fuck!"
Erik "Dash" Dashling is reckless. He lives life in the fast lane. Getting in trouble with the law for driving way too fast on his bike is just his newest addition to his driving record. But somehow Dash always figures a way out of it. Between his charm, money, and quick talking he usually finds himself getting away with it. This time is no different except someone has stepped in to help him and offered him the chance to race professionally, something he has always wanted. He just has to stop being so reckless off the track.
"I am a smart-mouthed bitch who has anger issues and a right hook to prove it."
Tabitha Knight is that rich, privileged girl that everyone wishes they could be. But what most don't see is that she is a strong willed, smart mouthed woman who fell for the wrong guy and somewhere along the way lost who she is. And now she is convinced that she will never let that happen again. (I loved her, she has a backbone and I love that) Trying to have a good time and move on she decides to go to a party with her friend. What she didn't expect was to get plastered and wake up the next morning slowly realizing that she slept with someone at the party.
"Just my fucking luck! The girl I slept with at my party is the one and only Tabatha Knight. Mr. Knight’s daughter. My new boss!"
After a night of hot sex that leaves Dash knowing he wants to get to know that girl more, he gets up goes to his meeting with his new boss only to find out the girl he wants his Mr. Knights daughter. The passion and chemistry between them is hot, but is that enough to overcome the obstacles in their way? She is off limits for Dash, but she also needs him when her past comes looking to take her back. Can they find their way together, or will it sizzle out before it even begins?
Dash is fast paced from beginning to end, and when it ends be prepared to want more. This is a short novella and you will definitely be left wanting Volume 2… like NOW! I can't wait to see what is next for Dash and Tabitha.
November 7, 2014
***A gifted copy was provided in exchange for an honest review.***
~*Review by Jodie Rae*~
DASH is one sexy roller coaster ride. It is told in a dual POV and we get to see Tabatha's and Dash's sides. I love when I read a book in dual POV because you get each person's thoughts and you get to see the pain or the happiness they are feeling right at that moment. I love it as a reader because there are times when I am reading and I am like what is that person thinking. Shantel is a wonderful author and I have loved all that I have read from her. Her writing is amazing, and no matter the story or genre, Shantel has the ability to build a strong and great connection to her characters. She could write a color book and I would still think it's amazing!
This is just the book I needed to read right now; bad boy biker with a big heart who is super sexy, plus a feisty single lady fighting to be independent. I hate cliffhangers but it makes me excited for the next books.
Erik Dashling 'Dash' is a reckless bad boy who is has been in trouble with the law a time or two; speeding and just being reckless. When he is booked into jail for speeding and not pulling over for the police, he thinks this may be the time his father will not be able to bail him out. Instead, he gets the opportunity of a lifetime of his dream job racing motorcycles, something he is very good at.
To celebrate his new job he throws a party and meets Tabatha Knight. Dash has one look at Tabatha and knows she is going to be his girl. He will do anything in his power to have her. Tabatha and Dash have a sexy one night stand and she plans to never see Dash again...until she sees him the next day at her house. Dash's new boss is Tabatha's father. Tabatha is recently single from a toxic relationship. She wants to enjoy being single and free from her ex. She does not want anyone in her way until she has her head on straight and gets over her overprotective crazy ex. Dash has other plans for her and he plans to keep her around for awhile.
I'd recommend this book to anyone looking for a fast steamy read. I can't wait for the next book in this series!
Read more reviews by Jodie Rae and the Fallers at http://fallinginfall.blogspot.com
~*Review by Jodie Rae*~
DASH is one sexy roller coaster ride. It is told in a dual POV and we get to see Tabatha's and Dash's sides. I love when I read a book in dual POV because you get each person's thoughts and you get to see the pain or the happiness they are feeling right at that moment. I love it as a reader because there are times when I am reading and I am like what is that person thinking. Shantel is a wonderful author and I have loved all that I have read from her. Her writing is amazing, and no matter the story or genre, Shantel has the ability to build a strong and great connection to her characters. She could write a color book and I would still think it's amazing!
This is just the book I needed to read right now; bad boy biker with a big heart who is super sexy, plus a feisty single lady fighting to be independent. I hate cliffhangers but it makes me excited for the next books.
Erik Dashling 'Dash' is a reckless bad boy who is has been in trouble with the law a time or two; speeding and just being reckless. When he is booked into jail for speeding and not pulling over for the police, he thinks this may be the time his father will not be able to bail him out. Instead, he gets the opportunity of a lifetime of his dream job racing motorcycles, something he is very good at.
To celebrate his new job he throws a party and meets Tabatha Knight. Dash has one look at Tabatha and knows she is going to be his girl. He will do anything in his power to have her. Tabatha and Dash have a sexy one night stand and she plans to never see Dash again...until she sees him the next day at her house. Dash's new boss is Tabatha's father. Tabatha is recently single from a toxic relationship. She wants to enjoy being single and free from her ex. She does not want anyone in her way until she has her head on straight and gets over her overprotective crazy ex. Dash has other plans for her and he plans to keep her around for awhile.
I'd recommend this book to anyone looking for a fast steamy read. I can't wait for the next book in this series!
Read more reviews by Jodie Rae and the Fallers at http://fallinginfall.blogspot.com
November 3, 2014
Readers first look into who Erik "Dash" Dashling is will have them panting for more and wondering what this wreckless and dangerous man will do to not only keep a job that's made for him but the girl he's willing to break all the rules for.
Because this is the first book in a serial, Shantel Tessier introduces the main characters and the troublemakers out to make their lives miserable and sets up the main conflict that will have both Dash and Tabatha questioning whether there can be anything more from their attraction. Readers don't get too far into the plotline, but it's made crystal clear who and what Dash wants and what he's willing to do to get it.
Dash is definitely an interesting character. He's lived his life on the edge, following his own rules, and while his inability to follow the law should get him into a whole heap of trouble, he always finds a way out of it with his smooth talking and deep pockets, and this time around, it might just land him a career where he can use his adventurous side to put him on top. Tabatha is a work in progress. She's a smart mouthed and strong willed woman who fell for the wrong guy and ended up becoming someone she didn't recognize. But that's the past, and now she's all about reclaiming her old self and putting her needs above all else.
If book one is any indication, there's going to be a lot of complications and obstacles in Dash and Tabatha's way, both individually and as a couple, but if the way they make each other sizzle is any indication of what they can be, their connection just might be able to overcome them....we'll just have to wait for future installments to see how they handle it all.
A complimentary copy was provided in exchange for an honest review.
4.5 poison apples (The Fairest of All Book Reviews)
Because this is the first book in a serial, Shantel Tessier introduces the main characters and the troublemakers out to make their lives miserable and sets up the main conflict that will have both Dash and Tabatha questioning whether there can be anything more from their attraction. Readers don't get too far into the plotline, but it's made crystal clear who and what Dash wants and what he's willing to do to get it.
Dash is definitely an interesting character. He's lived his life on the edge, following his own rules, and while his inability to follow the law should get him into a whole heap of trouble, he always finds a way out of it with his smooth talking and deep pockets, and this time around, it might just land him a career where he can use his adventurous side to put him on top. Tabatha is a work in progress. She's a smart mouthed and strong willed woman who fell for the wrong guy and ended up becoming someone she didn't recognize. But that's the past, and now she's all about reclaiming her old self and putting her needs above all else.
If book one is any indication, there's going to be a lot of complications and obstacles in Dash and Tabatha's way, both individually and as a couple, but if the way they make each other sizzle is any indication of what they can be, their connection just might be able to overcome them....we'll just have to wait for future installments to see how they handle it all.
A complimentary copy was provided in exchange for an honest review.
4.5 poison apples (The Fairest of All Book Reviews)
March 1, 2015
I am not normally a fan of the short novella serial type books but this one was definitely intriguing.
You have Tabitha, "I am a smart-mouthed b*tch who has anger issues and a right hook to prove it."
And you have Dash, "I'm the kind of guy who would be a liability. I'm dangerous and sometimes out of control. People have a hard time with my sarcasm and say I'm hard to work with due to my inability to follow rules."
Tabatha is coming out of a bad relationship that made her feel weak and she just wants to cut loose with no rules and no one to impress. In her drunken state she meets Dash and wakes up the next morning hung-over and naked. Insert one of the most entertaining "walk of shame" scenes I have read in a long time.
Dash had just been offered the opportunity of a life-time and decides he is going to celebrate. One last night of drinking and fun before he he has to train for his new job. That is when he meet Tabatha but she just up and leaves.
By chance these two are going to be seeing a lot more of each other than they had anticipated. Dash is fine with this development while Tabatha is a bit more reluctant. Either way there is no denying the chemistry these two have for each other.
The problem is they both have a past and sometimes it is harder to get away from than you anticipated. This little novella has a cliffhanger, but that is to be expected because it also makes you really want to read part two.
~Jess
You have Tabitha, "I am a smart-mouthed b*tch who has anger issues and a right hook to prove it."
And you have Dash, "I'm the kind of guy who would be a liability. I'm dangerous and sometimes out of control. People have a hard time with my sarcasm and say I'm hard to work with due to my inability to follow rules."
Tabatha is coming out of a bad relationship that made her feel weak and she just wants to cut loose with no rules and no one to impress. In her drunken state she meets Dash and wakes up the next morning hung-over and naked. Insert one of the most entertaining "walk of shame" scenes I have read in a long time.
Dash had just been offered the opportunity of a life-time and decides he is going to celebrate. One last night of drinking and fun before he he has to train for his new job. That is when he meet Tabatha but she just up and leaves.
By chance these two are going to be seeing a lot more of each other than they had anticipated. Dash is fine with this development while Tabatha is a bit more reluctant. Either way there is no denying the chemistry these two have for each other.
The problem is they both have a past and sometimes it is harder to get away from than you anticipated. This little novella has a cliffhanger, but that is to be expected because it also makes you really want to read part two.
~Jess
December 29, 2014
**Received a complimentary copy in exchange for an honest review**
I've read the Undescribable Series and I totally fell in love with Shantel's writing. Her books have a way to get you hooked and they all have mystery, drama, love, sex and just a bit of everything.
So when I read Dash I immediately got hooked. Erik Dashling is such a bad boy. He loves to be reckless and just doesn't care if he gets into trouble or not. But he never gets into the wrong kind of trouble.
Tabatha Knight was in a prestigious relationship. She thought she loved Rodger but it turns out that once they broke up she realized that all he did was manipulate her and she was done being manipulated.
When Tabatha and Dash hook up, they certainly don't waste any time that's for sure :) They start having a little rendezvous without her father finding out because they're afraid it will jeopardize his career and that's the last thing they want.
Can they pull it off and actually be together without jeopardizing Dash's career? Will his ex-girlfriend and her ex-boyfriend try to intervene and prevent Dash and Tabatha from being together?
This little series has already got me hooked. I couldn't believe I was done when I finished reading it and I wanted more! I'm certainly happy how this series is turning out and I want to continue reading this story. I want to know what's going to happen.
Even though it was short, I still give this 5 stars. I'm pretty sure the whole series will get 5 stars as I'm definitely loving it!
I've read the Undescribable Series and I totally fell in love with Shantel's writing. Her books have a way to get you hooked and they all have mystery, drama, love, sex and just a bit of everything.
So when I read Dash I immediately got hooked. Erik Dashling is such a bad boy. He loves to be reckless and just doesn't care if he gets into trouble or not. But he never gets into the wrong kind of trouble.
Tabatha Knight was in a prestigious relationship. She thought she loved Rodger but it turns out that once they broke up she realized that all he did was manipulate her and she was done being manipulated.
When Tabatha and Dash hook up, they certainly don't waste any time that's for sure :) They start having a little rendezvous without her father finding out because they're afraid it will jeopardize his career and that's the last thing they want.
Can they pull it off and actually be together without jeopardizing Dash's career? Will his ex-girlfriend and her ex-boyfriend try to intervene and prevent Dash and Tabatha from being together?
This little series has already got me hooked. I couldn't believe I was done when I finished reading it and I wanted more! I'm certainly happy how this series is turning out and I want to continue reading this story. I want to know what's going to happen.
Even though it was short, I still give this 5 stars. I'm pretty sure the whole series will get 5 stars as I'm definitely loving it!
December 28, 2014
I am not normally a fan of the short novella serial type books but this one was definitely intriguing.
You have Tabitha, "I am a smart-mouthed b*tch who has anger issues and a right hook to prove it."
And you have Dash, "I'm the kind of guy who would be a liability. I'm dangerous and sometimes out of control. People have a hard time with my sarcasm and say I'm hard to work with due to my inability to follow rules."
Tabatha is coming out of a bad relationship that made her feel weak and she just wants to cut loose with no rules and no one to impress. In her drunken state she meets Dash and wakes up the next morning hung-over and naked. Insert one of the most entertaining "walk of shame" scenes I have read in a long time.
Dash had just been offered the opportunity of a life-time and decides he is going to celebrate. One last night of drinking and fun before he he has to train for his new job. That is when he meet Tabatha but she just up and leaves.
By chance these two are going to be seeing a lot more of each other than they had anticipated. Dash is fine with this development while Tabatha is a bit more reluctant. Either way there is no denying the chemistry these two have for each other.
The problem is they both have a past and sometimes it is harder to get away from than you anticipated. This little novella has a cliffhanger, but that is to be expected because it also makes you really want to read part two.
You have Tabitha, "I am a smart-mouthed b*tch who has anger issues and a right hook to prove it."
And you have Dash, "I'm the kind of guy who would be a liability. I'm dangerous and sometimes out of control. People have a hard time with my sarcasm and say I'm hard to work with due to my inability to follow rules."
Tabatha is coming out of a bad relationship that made her feel weak and she just wants to cut loose with no rules and no one to impress. In her drunken state she meets Dash and wakes up the next morning hung-over and naked. Insert one of the most entertaining "walk of shame" scenes I have read in a long time.
Dash had just been offered the opportunity of a life-time and decides he is going to celebrate. One last night of drinking and fun before he he has to train for his new job. That is when he meet Tabatha but she just up and leaves.
By chance these two are going to be seeing a lot more of each other than they had anticipated. Dash is fine with this development while Tabatha is a bit more reluctant. Either way there is no denying the chemistry these two have for each other.
The problem is they both have a past and sometimes it is harder to get away from than you anticipated. This little novella has a cliffhanger, but that is to be expected because it also makes you really want to read part two.
December 22, 2014
Dash is a fun little Novella with a sexy “bad boy” motorbike racer that is just as sweet and soft as he is demanding and protective.
Tabatha is a strong will woman who has spent the last year living a life with a man that broke her strength and turned her into a weak submissive that she is sick and tired of. Its time Tabatha took her life back and what better way to let loose and forget your ex than a one night hot sexy night with a stranger.
Only when that “stranger” turns out to be your father’s newest employee it tends to complicate things. Tabatha knows that being with Dash is wrong on so many levels but he makes her forget her shitty past relationship, he makes her feel alive and allows her to be exactly who she wants to be- herself.
Dash refuses to let a little thing like her father and the possibility of losing his newfound career keep him from this woman that rocked his world in more ways than one. He is bound and determined to have her and won’t allow anything to get in his way.
But between a revengeful ex and a past girlfriend that doesn’t seem to let go things are about to get a whole lot more interesting and complicated.
If you are looking for a sexy fast paced read then Dash is your book. It is a novella series and this does end in a bit of a cliffy. I can’t wait to see what’s in store for Dash and Tabatha next.
Tabatha is a strong will woman who has spent the last year living a life with a man that broke her strength and turned her into a weak submissive that she is sick and tired of. Its time Tabatha took her life back and what better way to let loose and forget your ex than a one night hot sexy night with a stranger.
Only when that “stranger” turns out to be your father’s newest employee it tends to complicate things. Tabatha knows that being with Dash is wrong on so many levels but he makes her forget her shitty past relationship, he makes her feel alive and allows her to be exactly who she wants to be- herself.
Dash refuses to let a little thing like her father and the possibility of losing his newfound career keep him from this woman that rocked his world in more ways than one. He is bound and determined to have her and won’t allow anything to get in his way.
But between a revengeful ex and a past girlfriend that doesn’t seem to let go things are about to get a whole lot more interesting and complicated.
If you are looking for a sexy fast paced read then Dash is your book. It is a novella series and this does end in a bit of a cliffy. I can’t wait to see what’s in store for Dash and Tabatha next.
November 4, 2014
Tabatha and Dash's story.
This is a 5 star read for me.
It is the first book in the series & is a novella.
I love Shantel's stories and jumped at the chance to read this.
Dash is a take risk doesn't matter the consequences kind of guy. When he is offered an opportunity of a lifetime he jumps at it.
Tabitha is someone who just got out of a year long relationship that basically swallowed up who she is, she is out on the town to have a little fun. Dash sees her and he wants her. But one night is never going to be enough. Dash is used to getting what he want's, so sit back and hang on for the ride of your life when you watch Dash and Tabitha explode into your life.
It is a pretty quick read and wets your appetite for more, it's hard to elaborate without giving away spoilers. SO, all I can say is give this book a chance and you won't be sorry. Again Shantel has not disappointed and has given us just what we wanted. I can't wait to read more in this series. Thank you Shantel.
June 30, 2015
Favorite Quotes:
“If I know Jackie, she is probably sitting in one of the windows, eating my ice cream while watching us. She’s a freak like that.”
“I am a smart-mouthed bitch who has anger issues and a right hook to prove it.”
“At one point, I saw myself marrying him. Then at another point, I saw myself cutting him into little pieces and burying him in the backyard of our spring Villa where we would be living.”
“I fell in love with him because of the way he made me feel. Not my feelings toward him, but my feelings toward myself. I lit up when he walked into a room. I had a smile on my face that wouldn’t go away. My skin would tingle whenever he would look at me.”
“I kiss her desperately. As if she’s air and I’ve been drowning. Because that is what she does for me. She helps me survive.”
My Review:
I am conflicted in how to rate this book. I found the first 80% entertaining, and then I didn’t anymore. But 80% is a significant margin for the positive outweighing the negative, and Shantel Tessier has skills and talent. I just despise the direction she chose for the last quarter this story. Hiss. She broke my heart. Up to that point, the story was passionate, fiery, emotional, angsty, and fogged up windows steamy. The story and the characters were as unpredictable as they were interesting. But that remaining 20% has me in a total snit…
“If I know Jackie, she is probably sitting in one of the windows, eating my ice cream while watching us. She’s a freak like that.”
“I am a smart-mouthed bitch who has anger issues and a right hook to prove it.”
“At one point, I saw myself marrying him. Then at another point, I saw myself cutting him into little pieces and burying him in the backyard of our spring Villa where we would be living.”
“I fell in love with him because of the way he made me feel. Not my feelings toward him, but my feelings toward myself. I lit up when he walked into a room. I had a smile on my face that wouldn’t go away. My skin would tingle whenever he would look at me.”
“I kiss her desperately. As if she’s air and I’ve been drowning. Because that is what she does for me. She helps me survive.”
My Review:
I am conflicted in how to rate this book. I found the first 80% entertaining, and then I didn’t anymore. But 80% is a significant margin for the positive outweighing the negative, and Shantel Tessier has skills and talent. I just despise the direction she chose for the last quarter this story. Hiss. She broke my heart. Up to that point, the story was passionate, fiery, emotional, angsty, and fogged up windows steamy. The story and the characters were as unpredictable as they were interesting. But that remaining 20% has me in a total snit…
November 5, 2014
5 Big Sexy, Heart Throbbing Stars!!!!
So, this is the first book that I have read by Shantel Tessier and it will not be my last! DASH, DASH, DASH!!!!! OMG!!! I want, no wait, I NEED more DASH!!! This book maybe short, a novella, but it packs a punch. It has everything. Hot, sexy bad boys and crazy bad guys. It has adventure that gets your adrenaline pumping and it has some hot, sweet sexy parts too. Dash is your typical adrenaline junky. He lives for fast bikes and getaways. When his last high speed ride lands him in the slammer, he is given the opportunity of a lifetime. If he takes it, they wipe his record clean. Only problem is, he has to keep it clean.
Tabatha Knight wants to let loose and have some fun. She has just ended a relationship that has consumed her. She wants to live her life on her own terms. But a chance meeting with Dash may just change all of that. But she also has the power to end Dash's career. Will they be strong enough to stay away from each other?
You have to read this book!!!!! I cannot wait for book 2!
So, this is the first book that I have read by Shantel Tessier and it will not be my last! DASH, DASH, DASH!!!!! OMG!!! I want, no wait, I NEED more DASH!!! This book maybe short, a novella, but it packs a punch. It has everything. Hot, sexy bad boys and crazy bad guys. It has adventure that gets your adrenaline pumping and it has some hot, sweet sexy parts too. Dash is your typical adrenaline junky. He lives for fast bikes and getaways. When his last high speed ride lands him in the slammer, he is given the opportunity of a lifetime. If he takes it, they wipe his record clean. Only problem is, he has to keep it clean.
Tabatha Knight wants to let loose and have some fun. She has just ended a relationship that has consumed her. She wants to live her life on her own terms. But a chance meeting with Dash may just change all of that. But she also has the power to end Dash's career. Will they be strong enough to stay away from each other?
You have to read this book!!!!! I cannot wait for book 2!
June 30, 2015
I am becoming a serial reading addict !! This is a great start to a serial , not sure how many parts there will be but after this cliffy there could be so much going on !! You may not get a ton of detail about the characters and who they are and how they grew up but the bits and pieces you do get make it easy to like them or not !! It is a fast read with a super hot motorcycle racing troublemaker of a guy and a hot once strong willed chick that has lost her way !! Right from the start you know Dash will be worth the fun and I am eager to read on and fill in the blanks !! It may be a fast read but there is no shortage of drama , even some suspense and of course sex , some may be dreams and flashbacks but we do get some REAL time sex !! I honestly didn't expect it to go the way it did , pleasantly surprised and extremely frustrated by certain characters that I can tell are going to hang around like a bad rash !! I am rooting for Tabatha and Dash I just need to make me a sparkly DASH tshirt and I will be all set !!
November 3, 2014
This book was gifted for an honest review. All I'm going to say is that, I love this new book/series by Author Shantel Tessier. We have Erik Dashling aka DASH who love fast motorcyles and enjoys the excitement that comes with it. Then we have Tabitha Knight who grew up with lots of money, but never used it to get further. She is attending college right now and helps her dad out. These are two totally different people, but some times opposites attract. Realizing Dash was working with her father it took Tabitha by suprise. In book one ou get hot sex, drama and true storyline. I'm going to say Author Shantel Tessier has suprised me again with how good this book is and I can't wait for the next book in this series. Go grab this novella, I promise you'll love it. I'm going to go ahead and say, I'm team DASH all the way. Thank You Author Shantel Tessier for another great book. Can't wait for more from you in the future.
November 4, 2014
I received this for an honest review. I am giving this 4.5. I really enjoyed this book it is hot and sexy and a fast read (a novella) What I didn't like about it was that it was to fast. I felt like we really didn't get to know the characters as well as you would in a regular length novel. I am excited to see what comes next for this serial.
Dash has gotten himself in a bit of trouble with the law and Mr. Knight wants him as one of his racers so they strike a deal. On his last night of freedom he meets Tabitha who is just coming out of a relationship with Roger and the last she wants is to get involved with another man who wants to control her and not treat her as an equal. Or one of her Dad's racers as she is Mr. Knights daughter.
This was truly an enjoyable book. I just wish it were longer and can not wait for the next book in the series!!!!
Dash has gotten himself in a bit of trouble with the law and Mr. Knight wants him as one of his racers so they strike a deal. On his last night of freedom he meets Tabitha who is just coming out of a relationship with Roger and the last she wants is to get involved with another man who wants to control her and not treat her as an equal. Or one of her Dad's racers as she is Mr. Knights daughter.
This was truly an enjoyable book. I just wish it were longer and can not wait for the next book in the series!!!!
November 2, 2014
Review for Dash by Shantel Tessier
4 ½ stars out of 5
Tabatha Knight is done being weak and living with a man who only wants to own her and boss her around.
One night out with her friend to forget about her ex, she meets Eric Dashling, the sexy motorbike racer. She gets so drunk that she ends up spending the night having the best sex of her life.
When she meets with her dad the next day, she finds out that Dash is now on her dad’s racing team.
Everything is complicated but the attraction between them can’t be ignored.
This was an awesome, quick paced story. It had me intrigued form the beginning. The ending also has me excited for the next book!
I definitely recommend this sexy book!
4 ½ stars out of 5
Tabatha Knight is done being weak and living with a man who only wants to own her and boss her around.
One night out with her friend to forget about her ex, she meets Eric Dashling, the sexy motorbike racer. She gets so drunk that she ends up spending the night having the best sex of her life.
When she meets with her dad the next day, she finds out that Dash is now on her dad’s racing team.
Everything is complicated but the attraction between them can’t be ignored.
This was an awesome, quick paced story. It had me intrigued form the beginning. The ending also has me excited for the next book!
I definitely recommend this sexy book!
November 3, 2014
Tabatha Knight is done being weak and living with a man who only wants to own
her and boss her around.
One night out with her friend to forget about her ex, she meets Eric Dashling, the
sexy motorbike racer. She gets so drunk that she ends up spending the night having
the best sex of her life.
When she meets with her dad the next day, she finds out that Dash is now on her
dad’s racing team.
Everything is complicated but the attraction between them can’t be ignored.
This was an awesome, quick paced story. It had me intrigued form the beginning.
The ending also has me excited for the next book!
I definitely recommend this sexy book!
her and boss her around.
One night out with her friend to forget about her ex, she meets Eric Dashling, the
sexy motorbike racer. She gets so drunk that she ends up spending the night having
the best sex of her life.
When she meets with her dad the next day, she finds out that Dash is now on her
dad’s racing team.
Everything is complicated but the attraction between them can’t be ignored.
This was an awesome, quick paced story. It had me intrigued form the beginning.
The ending also has me excited for the next book!
I definitely recommend this sexy book!
December 11, 2014
OMG- Bad boy who races motorcycles.. Count me in!! The only thing I didn't like about this book was it was TOO SHORT!! I need MORE! More of DASH, and more of Tabatha, I just need SO much more! Good thing there is a VOL. 2 coming out, but I needed it like yesterday! Shantel Tessier, I love everything you have written, and this book was no exception. It was amazing, and I love the characters just like I always love the characters you create! 5-racing stars! I can't wait to get my hands on the 2nd book!
November 3, 2014
This is a really quick read to the start of what looks like a very promising series.
I really loved the characters especially Dash and Tabitha. This is a really good teaser. It certainly whet my appetite for more.
As in a lot of novellas I've reviewed I find it hard to review without spoilers. All I can say is take a chance on this book. I'm sure like me you will be hoping your not waiting too long for more of this story.
Really enjoyed it.
I really loved the characters especially Dash and Tabitha. This is a really good teaser. It certainly whet my appetite for more.
As in a lot of novellas I've reviewed I find it hard to review without spoilers. All I can say is take a chance on this book. I'm sure like me you will be hoping your not waiting too long for more of this story.
Really enjoyed it.
January 10, 2015
Oh geez! Loved this! My only hang up? It's too short! Blasted serials! I just want more. I love that Tabatha is a heroine I feel I've been waiting for. She's kicking ass and taking names. She's finally free of her asshole of an ex-boyfriend, Rodger, but he's a man who doesn't take no for an answer. I can't wait to see what happens with Erik Dashling. And is the cover just not gorgeous?
April 12, 2015
★✩★✩★ 5- Wicked Hott but WARNING~Cliffhanger Ahead!! -Stars
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Happy Reading xo Jenn
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Happy Reading xo Jenn
November 18, 2014
Dash was a short but ultra sexy read! The intimacy is to die for and the characters are so easy to love (or hate, in Rogers case.) When it ended I actually yelled. I needed more! So much more! Its just one of those books you never want to end! Kudos Shantel!
November 7, 2014
Loved the book can't wait for the next one. Just wish is was longer was sad it came to an end.
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