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Royal Bastards MC: Minneapolis, MN #2
Deadly North: Royal Bastards MC: Minneapolis, MN, Book 2
In the gritty streets where loyalty means everything and betrayal can cost you your life, I never thought I'd be tasked with protecting the one person I despise most in this world.
Gigi. She's the sister of my best friend, Fury, and the last person I ever wanted to lay eyes on again. But when my president orders me to be her bodyguard, I have no choice but to swallow my pride and do as I'm told.
She's a spitfire with hair as red as the flames she ignites within me. Her sharp tongue and fearless attitude are a constant challenge, testing my patience and my restraint. Yet, beneath all that defiance, there's a vulnerability that calls to me in ways I can't explain.
We're like oil and water, constantly at odds, each encounter sparking a battle of wills. But beneath the surface, there's an undeniable attraction that threatens to consume us both. I've always been drawn to her, even when I swore I'd never let her get under my skin.
As danger closes in and tensions rise, I find myself torn between my duty to my club and the growing desire I feel for Gigi. She's a temptation I can't resist, and with each stolen moment together, I can't shake the feeling that we're playing with fire.
Contains mature themes.
Gigi. She's the sister of my best friend, Fury, and the last person I ever wanted to lay eyes on again. But when my president orders me to be her bodyguard, I have no choice but to swallow my pride and do as I'm told.
She's a spitfire with hair as red as the flames she ignites within me. Her sharp tongue and fearless attitude are a constant challenge, testing my patience and my restraint. Yet, beneath all that defiance, there's a vulnerability that calls to me in ways I can't explain.
We're like oil and water, constantly at odds, each encounter sparking a battle of wills. But beneath the surface, there's an undeniable attraction that threatens to consume us both. I've always been drawn to her, even when I swore I'd never let her get under my skin.
As danger closes in and tensions rise, I find myself torn between my duty to my club and the growing desire I feel for Gigi. She's a temptation I can't resist, and with each stolen moment together, I can't shake the feeling that we're playing with fire.
Contains mature themes.
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First published October 22, 2024
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Daphne Loveling
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Small town girl in the big city. Incurable romantic. Hopeless optimist in a realist's body.
Owned by two cats.
A sucker for a bad boy with a soft center.
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Small town girl in the big city. Incurable romantic. Hopeless optimist in a realist's body.
Owned by two cats.
A sucker for a bad boy with a soft center.
Note: Many of the books listed on this profile have been re-released, unpublished, or combined into anthologies. Goodreads does not allow authors to remove books even if they are no longer available. Please refer to the individual book descriptions for more information.
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October 24, 2024
I absolutely love these books! And this lady really knows how to keep me drawn into all of her books! Gigi & Mack will really break your heart and put it back together. I wanted to shake them at times. Mack trying to be a better friend to her brother and keep his feelings under wraps. Gig always feeling left out. This story really pulled at my heart strings. But I loved every word of it.
October 22, 2024
Plenty of sparks, sizzle, intensity and raw emotions fill Mack and Gigi's story. Add in lots of twists and a touch of danger and you have yourself a super enjoyable attention grabber that brings the feels and swoon.
November 3, 2024
Deadly North by Daphne Loveling - Royal Bastards MC: Minneapolis, MN #2
Daphne Loveling writes gritty love stories with men and women who sometimes have to fight for their lives. In this case, Gigi has learned to depend on no one and to protect herself at all costs. She is snippy, downright bitchy to people who she does not trust, which is pretty much everyone. Gigi is a tattoo artist and is often found at different festivals in her mobile tattoo parlor, until one day two men from a rival gang attempt to force her to go with them. Luckily one of her brother’s best friends is there to stop them.
Mack’s determination to not step over the line with his best friend’s little sister is admirable, but he is so in love with her. Mack doesn’t understand how the pain and drama of her upbringing has left her so prickly and so vulnerable at the same time. Mack want her for himself and when the rival gang shows up - he finds himself at a crossroad.
Mack and Gigi are haters to lovers. They are so unsure of each other and themselves that I felt pain for them. The rival gang was an interesting twist to hide the true nature. I enjoy Daphne Loveling’s books. This is the second book in the series called Royal Bastards MC: Minneapolis, MN. Deadly North by Daphne Loveling is a good read.
Daphne Loveling writes gritty love stories with men and women who sometimes have to fight for their lives. In this case, Gigi has learned to depend on no one and to protect herself at all costs. She is snippy, downright bitchy to people who she does not trust, which is pretty much everyone. Gigi is a tattoo artist and is often found at different festivals in her mobile tattoo parlor, until one day two men from a rival gang attempt to force her to go with them. Luckily one of her brother’s best friends is there to stop them.
Mack’s determination to not step over the line with his best friend’s little sister is admirable, but he is so in love with her. Mack doesn’t understand how the pain and drama of her upbringing has left her so prickly and so vulnerable at the same time. Mack want her for himself and when the rival gang shows up - he finds himself at a crossroad.
Mack and Gigi are haters to lovers. They are so unsure of each other and themselves that I felt pain for them. The rival gang was an interesting twist to hide the true nature. I enjoy Daphne Loveling’s books. This is the second book in the series called Royal Bastards MC: Minneapolis, MN. Deadly North by Daphne Loveling is a good read.
March 1, 2025
Gigi has always felt responsible since her mom died giving birth. Her dad blamed her and became an alcoholic. She always had a crush on Mack but thought he hated her.
Mack was always crazy about Gigi but thought she hated him. They had a bad history and each time they saw each other they traded sarcastic barbs.
When her life is in danger, Mack is tasked with protecting her. The sexual tension between them comes to a head and they act on those feelings. Each finally realizes that they actually love each other and Mack makes Gigi feel like she finally found the family she wanted.
Enemies to lovers, what a wild ride filled with lots of love, hate and torture.
There is always the threat from the past that makes things interesting.
Mack was always crazy about Gigi but thought she hated him. They had a bad history and each time they saw each other they traded sarcastic barbs.
When her life is in danger, Mack is tasked with protecting her. The sexual tension between them comes to a head and they act on those feelings. Each finally realizes that they actually love each other and Mack makes Gigi feel like she finally found the family she wanted.
Enemies to lovers, what a wild ride filled with lots of love, hate and torture.
There is always the threat from the past that makes things interesting.
October 26, 2024
They say there is a thin line between love and hate, Mack and Gigi are walking that line they both just don't know it. They have known each other for years and he is her brother best friend. When she gets threatened by a another clubs man and things start happening at he house and business the club decided she needed to be watch and they choose Mack. The more time the sp3nd together the more the embers turn into full out flames but will they see what they mean to each before it's too late?
Loved this whole book from beginning to end I couldn't put down. It's full of twist, turns, action, emotions and more. I can't wait to read the next.
Loved this whole book from beginning to end I couldn't put down. It's full of twist, turns, action, emotions and more. I can't wait to read the next.
January 1, 2025
This one I found myself getting into more than the first. Not that the first was bad. It wasn't by any means. I just felt connected into this story more. Mack is Fury's best friend. Gigi is Fury's little sister. So they've grown up around each other and always bantered and picked on each other. Even as they got older, the two couldn't seem to be in the same place at the same time without arguing or making the other mad. When things take a turn for the worst, Mack is put on protection duty to make sure Gigi stays safe until they're able to get to the bottom of what is going on and who is behind it. The plot twists when it's finally known who is stalking and harassing Gigi.
April 21, 2025
Mack & Gigi: triggers- domestic abuse, assault, kidnapping, stalking. oh how I love this series. Gigi is the sister of Fury and Mack is Fury's best friend. Gigi has always had a crush on Mack but they have always been at each other's throats. Gigi owns a traveling tattoo shop on a bus and when she is approached by rival MC members, she has a bad feeling and denies them service. when they ask her for a date she says no and they get rough. she's saved by Mack but the trouble isn't over as now the stalking begins and Mack is ordered to protect her. this book has action and some seriously how moments. I didn't want their story to end. so good.
October 26, 2024
This is such a brilliant enemies to lovers read.
When Gigi is in trouble her brother tasks his best friend, Mack, and member of the mc to protect her. The only problem is they hate each other.
Gigi is strong willed and doesn't want a babysitter especially Mack but it isn't long before feelings start to change.
When trouble is close will Mack be able to keep her safe?
A must read full of danger and so much drama but also so much love. Can't wait for the next book in the series.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.
When Gigi is in trouble her brother tasks his best friend, Mack, and member of the mc to protect her. The only problem is they hate each other.
Gigi is strong willed and doesn't want a babysitter especially Mack but it isn't long before feelings start to change.
When trouble is close will Mack be able to keep her safe?
A must read full of danger and so much drama but also so much love. Can't wait for the next book in the series.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.
October 27, 2024
After struggling to get my ARC copy, I just waited and bought my own. Daphne Lovling is one of the few authors I'd do that for, she is that good.
At first, I wasn't getting into the story the plot was excellent but I just couldn't connect with the characters. Gigi was annoying as hell and Mack was, well, Mack. But I stuck with it and soon the pieces started to fall into place and to the very end, this story keeps your attention.
Thank you Daphne for this opportunity, another great story. (PS, I bought Fury and Kat's story, too.)
At first, I wasn't getting into the story the plot was excellent but I just couldn't connect with the characters. Gigi was annoying as hell and Mack was, well, Mack. But I stuck with it and soon the pieces started to fall into place and to the very end, this story keeps your attention.
Thank you Daphne for this opportunity, another great story. (PS, I bought Fury and Kat's story, too.)
October 28, 2024
I liked this one, but I also felt like it was a bit slow for me. It took a while for things to happen, and I started to get a little bored. That being said, when shit did pick up, it kept my interest. The main problem I had with this book is what happened to Gigi. I read that same thing in another book. And I do mean the same thing. That bothered me because I'm hoping that wasn't copied. That being said, I did like Gigi and Mack together. I just wish she would have listened when told something and not argued so much. I am interested in reading about Reed.
October 29, 2024
Deadly North is book 2 in the Royal Bastards MC:Minneapolis,MN written by the talented author Daphne Loveling. Definitely a 5 star read!!! Great story set in one of my favorite MC worlds! This is Mack & Gigi's very intense story. She's a tattoo artist and the sister of Fury. He's Fury best friend and brother in the club.
The story line is strong, well written and full of drama, suspense, danger, action, lots of emotions, banter and romance. This was AMAZING. I loved this book so freaking much!
The story line is strong, well written and full of drama, suspense, danger, action, lots of emotions, banter and romance. This was AMAZING. I loved this book so freaking much!
October 21, 2024
Daphne Loveling did a great job on this story, the plot was strong, it's pack with many emotions, Gigi and Mack's journey was a bumpy one. The two went through many ups and downs, they were strong, just like the connection between them, they were drawn to one another, steamy chemistry, they were good together, I enjoyed their story. I'm looking forward to more of this series.
Thank you, Daphne Loveling. Great work :)
Thank you, Daphne Loveling. Great work :)
October 22, 2024
This a good book with strong characters and a plot line. It is bringing back feelings from childhood and feelings that are starting to grow into deeper feelings.
The club is protecting Gigi from a stalker that she hasn’t any clue for the reason. When everyone finally figures out who it is, they take care of the problem.
Gigi and Mack finally give into their feelings that they have hidden for years and their love is strong and steadily growing.
The club is protecting Gigi from a stalker that she hasn’t any clue for the reason. When everyone finally figures out who it is, they take care of the problem.
Gigi and Mack finally give into their feelings that they have hidden for years and their love is strong and steadily growing.
October 24, 2024
So let me start off by saying I was lucky enough to receive an ARC and this is my first RBMC book. I finished it in one day because it was just that good. Gigi has had it rough and Mack has always been there. After a few cleared up moments they finally get together. The characters are good and the action is definitely there. I couldn’t wait to see how it all worked out. And I didn’t feel confused for not having read any of the other books.
October 28, 2024
Great book
Daphne never disappoints. Mack and Gigi start out really hating each other, or that's what they want you to think. They don't even know what they want until they are smacked in the face with it. Gigi doesn't have the best opinion of herself. Mack teases her just to get a ride out of her but she thinks he really hates her. Gigi doesn't do relationships because of a really bad one she was in. Now a Bloody Scorpion thinks he can terrorize her.
Daphne never disappoints. Mack and Gigi start out really hating each other, or that's what they want you to think. They don't even know what they want until they are smacked in the face with it. Gigi doesn't have the best opinion of herself. Mack teases her just to get a ride out of her but she thinks he really hates her. Gigi doesn't do relationships because of a really bad one she was in. Now a Bloody Scorpion thinks he can terrorize her.
November 2, 2024
good read
Do like this author but omg why did she have to make Gigi such a contradiction and downright stupid at times? Love the guys and mack was a typical biker,but felt he was short changed. Was a good read but with reservations because of Gigi. Still it is part of the story and maybe I’m overreacting as this is book 432in my book challenge and my expectations are obviously too high.
Do like this author but omg why did she have to make Gigi such a contradiction and downright stupid at times? Love the guys and mack was a typical biker,but felt he was short changed. Was a good read but with reservations because of Gigi. Still it is part of the story and maybe I’m overreacting as this is book 432in my book challenge and my expectations are obviously too high.
October 23, 2024
Absolutely love the series and Mack and GIGI book didn’t disappoint. High school friends with a bully hate relationship. He grew up in the MC and she is the sister of the MC. Her past brings Mack as her protector. His task is to keep her safe. Love the drama, the twist you do t see coming and the loyalty of the club. Great book.
I voluntarily received this book for a honest review.
I voluntarily received this book for a honest review.
October 24, 2024
4.5 Stars
What a great story! Mack and Gigi have known each other most of their lives and also had feelings for each other for about as long. For Gigi, the scars of her childhood have turned the attfaction into irritation until life forces her to stop and really look at Mack. Loved the connection between these two and how Mack really takes the time to get to know Gigi.
What a great story! Mack and Gigi have known each other most of their lives and also had feelings for each other for about as long. For Gigi, the scars of her childhood have turned the attfaction into irritation until life forces her to stop and really look at Mack. Loved the connection between these two and how Mack really takes the time to get to know Gigi.
October 24, 2024
This second book in the series is an outstanding addition. I absolutely loved this one. It's a gripping page turner with a superb plot. The suspense and build up in this book is done well too. There's lots of twists, with some you might not see coming. Gigi and Mack's story is a rollercoaster of emotions but oh so damn good.
October 26, 2024
Gigi is one tough woman, but there is a reason and Mack doesn't understand it, but he'll burn the world down to protect her. An enemies to lovers story with intensity in and out of the bedroom. Loved the catch up with Mick at the end. "Lightening in a bottle"
I voluntarily reviewed this book.
I voluntarily reviewed this book.
October 26, 2024
Prepare yourself for one helluva wicked ride where things are going to get very intense real fast and steamy as h#ll. Mack and Gigi are meant to be and they learn real quick how to navigate around the hurdles that are put in their paths that could possibly tear them apart, but only makes their love for one another stronger.
April 5, 2025
Mack and Gigi.
Mack and Gigi story
Good deal of spice some triggers.
It enemies to lovers brother best friend.
Someone out to get Gigi he a blood scorpion so the club get involved but there a reason he after Gigi
Mack have always like her but she off limit and she hates him or does she?
Couldn't put it down can't wait for the next one.
Mack and Gigi story
Good deal of spice some triggers.
It enemies to lovers brother best friend.
Someone out to get Gigi he a blood scorpion so the club get involved but there a reason he after Gigi
Mack have always like her but she off limit and she hates him or does she?
Couldn't put it down can't wait for the next one.
October 28, 2025
Intense but spicy
I always love a forbidden romance and Gigi and Mack are it. The brother best friend troupe, mixed with a lot of witty banter, a motorcycle club and a A LOT of action, this book kept me hooked. It was a short read, so it did feel like things were rushed but not in a distracting way. I also, did not see the plot twist of who Blaze was coming, so that was crazy
I always love a forbidden romance and Gigi and Mack are it. The brother best friend troupe, mixed with a lot of witty banter, a motorcycle club and a A LOT of action, this book kept me hooked. It was a short read, so it did feel like things were rushed but not in a distracting way. I also, did not see the plot twist of who Blaze was coming, so that was crazy
December 12, 2025
Mack and Gigi
A fiery, passionate, intensely captivating and thrilling roller coaster ride to go on. The conflicting feelings between Mack and Gigi had me on the edge of my seat. These two were certainly meant to be together, it may have taken them some time but wow, when they finally figured it out they definitely heated things up. I enjoyed everything about this story.
A fiery, passionate, intensely captivating and thrilling roller coaster ride to go on. The conflicting feelings between Mack and Gigi had me on the edge of my seat. These two were certainly meant to be together, it may have taken them some time but wow, when they finally figured it out they definitely heated things up. I enjoyed everything about this story.
October 22, 2024
Deadly North, book 2 in the Royal Bastards MC: Minneapolis, MN series is well written with a great storyline. There's sizzling chemistry, intense attraction, danger, lots of twists, FEELS, FEELS, FEELS, and plenty of steam.
I volunteered to read an advanced copy of this book.
I volunteered to read an advanced copy of this book.
October 26, 2024
very good
Love this story. Gigi had a lost of life in the beginning. She does have a brother. North and Gigi are always fighting. But they seem to want one another. I highly recommend this.
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Love this story. Gigi had a lost of life in the beginning. She does have a brother. North and Gigi are always fighting. But they seem to want one another. I highly recommend this.
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October 27, 2024
Mack & Gigi
The banter is amazing. Their chemistry is off the charts. It took Gigi being in danger for them to face the fact that there was something more between the two of them. This was an amazing ride full of action, tears, laughter and love.
The banter is amazing. Their chemistry is off the charts. It took Gigi being in danger for them to face the fact that there was something more between the two of them. This was an amazing ride full of action, tears, laughter and love.
November 14, 2024
Deadly North
An excellent read.i absolutely loved Mack and Gigi’s story ❤️❤️❤️ thank goodness they stopped hating on each other. A definite page turner and very entertaining. 100% recommend this book to everyone ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ you will not be disappointed 😎🖤
An excellent read.i absolutely loved Mack and Gigi’s story ❤️❤️❤️ thank goodness they stopped hating on each other. A definite page turner and very entertaining. 100% recommend this book to everyone ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ you will not be disappointed 😎🖤
January 13, 2025
Excellent
Oh, this book was so good. Great characters and storyline. Lots of twists and turns along with some suspense and action. Keeps your attention. Very enjoyable. Looking forward to more of this series.
Oh, this book was so good. Great characters and storyline. Lots of twists and turns along with some suspense and action. Keeps your attention. Very enjoyable. Looking forward to more of this series.
October 22, 2024
I absolutely loved Gigi and Mack’s story. I was absolutely hooked from page one. Their chemistry was amazing. The story and characters are really good. I’m so excited for more in this series.
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