House of BS & Lies

Don't Date Him #1

by Lani Lynn Vale

This Series will cover a brand new set of characters that are ex-cons (Or can they be ex-cons if they escape from prison?) and the one true loves. This book will be Romeo's book.

Genres: Small Town Romance, Romantic Suspense, Contemporary, Friends To Lovers, Romance

276 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 13, 2026

About the author

Lani Lynn Vale is married to the love of her life that she met in high school. She fell in love with him because he was wearing baseball pants. Ten years later they have three perfectly crazy children and a cat named Demon who likes to wake her up at ungodly times in the night. They live in the greatest state in the world, Texas. She writes contemporary and romantic suspense, and has a love for all things romance. You can find Lani in front of her computer writing away in her fictional characters world...that is until her husband and kids demand sustenance in the form of food and drink.

Reviews

[Sonya ♕Chatterbooks book blog♕ · Rating 3 out of 5]

House of B.S +Lies is the first book in a new spin off series (Don't Date Him) and this one didn't hold back from the very beginning. Growing up in beautiful Montana, Mabel is familiar with her small town and she wouldn't trade it for anything. Well.. if you add in her stepmother and step sister, she would definitely re-consider. But trying to keep her head down and live her life is proving to be difficult day by day for Mable. When a new guy comes to town and she realizes that he has something that belongs to her, all bets are off.




Knowing that this is a new series by this author, I wanted to give this one a try. I loved the setting of the story and even though the hero's past was a bit vague still, I truly liked him. I found that more than a few instances were too convenient if I'm being honest and it's like everything had to be wrapped up quickly. I will say that I'm more than curious to see if a certain side character will get their own story and if that's the case, I'm definitely reading that one.

If you're looking for a quick sexy read with a lot of family drama, then this one's for you.

[Read All About It · Rating 5 out of 5]

We met Romeo in the last book and you know Apollo will do anything for his wife so prison break time!!

Mabel grew up n Montana with an evil step mother and sister. A father that would turn his head at anything they did.

“Oh, don’t be so dramatic,” my “mother” drawled. “You’re being a little extra, aren’t you?”

The closer Romeo and Mabel become the more crazy things happen. Absolutely fantastic read. Can’t put it down page turner.

And then one day we decided that we were tired of sleeping in and having a clean house, so we had kids.

[Carrie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a super fun read! I love Romeo & Mable! She's been through & is going through some family dramas & Romeo knows how that goes. They're attracted to & intrigued by each other from the first meeting. Then they discover they have an unexpected connection, a friendship is born, and they discover different ways in which they're VERY compatible. 😁

I especially enjoyed the way the family drama unfolds. Apollo gets to help out & he's quite entertaining. Mable loves to cook and so I did spend some of this story fighting cravings to make & eat delicious food. Worth it, tho! 😄 And there's a biscuit recipe at the end. Anyway, Mable has such a sweet heart, even when there are dire circumstances. And Romeo would say he DOESN'T have one, but he does, and his protective nature is also on point. I love the way he stands behind Mable when she's standing up for herself while also standing beside her to help in those situations - and calling in Apollo for help.

Excellent story & set up for this new series!

😍😍😍

[Alphas Do It Better Book Blog · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 Stars

New series and definitely new family drama lol. LLV brings it all with this new group of characters. Romeo gets a fresh new start thanks to his brother-in-law and has ended up in a small town in Montana working as a lumberjack. Only a handful of people know his secret and he plans to keep it that way. What he didn’t plan on is Mable. The heavy equipment operator working for his same company. He never thought love was in the cards with this new life, but he went and fell in love anyways. When his lie is threatened to be exposed, he runs to save her, but Mable is determined to take care of that problem herself along with a little help from her bestie and the step-sister she always hated. I’m loving this new series and cannot wait for more!

Angela - Alphas Do It Better Book Blog

[Ashley Carr, LSoR · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love when we get introduced to a new series by LLV and a whole new cast of characters, well Apollo was the mastermind behind the breakout so he has a recurring role in this book. Romeo has his sister‘s husband, Apollo, to thank for getting him out of prison and setting up his life in Montana. He is settled in the small town in Montana when he finds an abandoned dog to keep him company. He keeps to himself, only going to work and meeting up with his fellow prison break guys once a month that is until Mabel quite literally runs into him. Mabel is going through some drama and her family also and Romeo wants to stand in front of her and protect her from all that drama. He is worried that she will find out why he is really in Montana and won’t want to be with him. Will someone find out before then and make waves for Romeo and Mabel?

[Dankinia · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'd recommend this if you are in the mood for a spicy story about a who with a secret past and the woman he loves confronting someone who is determined to destroy them both.

Overall, I rate it 4⭐out of 5 based on the following: 🤩Enjoyment - 4; 👥Characters - 4; 📖Plot - 4; 🗺️Atmosphere - 4; and🖋️Writing - 4 with the first 3 categories being most important. Based on my review scale a 4⭐rating means I really enjoyed this, I'd recommend it, can see myself potentially rereading it, and I'm looking forward to reading more by this author.

What worked for me:
• Romeo's character is apparent with how he cared for Mable's dog and his actions when she was the target of guy with a grudge
• Mable's calm acceptance when she figures out Romeo's secret

Finished Reading
01/14/2026

[Kelly - Kelly's Book Blog · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 stars for Romeo (Meo) and Mable's story! (Romeo is Dru's brother from the last series.)

Lani Lynn Vale does it AGAIN. And again, and again, and again. Writing books I can't get enough of.

Lani has written an amazing and relatable romance book that gave me all the feels and had me sitting on the edge of my seat.

This is a delicious slow burn that gave everything I wanted in a romance book while setting the scene and secondary characters for the books to come in this new series. I can't WAIT for more books in this series.

Without giving too much away you get a FMC who is struggling through life with her extra crazy and mean family and an MMC who is hiding from his past but is intrigued by a certain someone. Add in plot TWISTS that keep you craving more, swoon worthy moments and hot chemistry and spice...perfection!

(Beta & ARC reader)

[Franci N (Franci's Fabulous Reads) · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 She’s the Surest Thing That’s Ever Happened to Him Stars!

New characters, new location and new suspense and drama! While I’ve been reading LLV for a few years now, this is the first series where it’s all brand new characters and I don’t have to wonder what all the connections are to previous books and series. This book is an amazing start to this series. Romeo and Mable, while opposites, sort of, are so perfect for each other.

Romeo has landed in Mable’s small Montana town trying to stay under the radar along with a few other men that are all living a different life than they were just a few weeks ago. This man has lived an entire life in his thirty plus years but when he gets to Sawtooth, his life changes in every way possible especially when he meets Mable thanks to Brawny. Their first meeting was filled with electricity and I was ready for every minute of it.

Mable has lived in this town her entire life and to say that her life hasn’t been easy is putting it mildly. I won’t go into details because I couldn’t do it justice. But trust me, this girl is due to have something go her way even if a certain man isn’t quite on board yet.

This book kept me on my toes and I so enjoyed watching Mable and Romeo dancing around each other and all the happenings in this town that at some points had me laughing but then I’d turn to another chapter and I had tears in my eyes. When we find out EVERYTHING it had me slack jawed! The way LLV crafts this story is diabolical.

Mable and Romeo have a true slow burn, but it fits so well with them. It was hot and steamy and sexy and filled with so much emotion. The way they come together creates a healing in both of them. When things start to come to light, they lean on each other and realize that while it may not seem like they would make a perfect pair, they really do bring out the best in each other.

I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention the phenomenal secondary characters in this book. We get introduced to the men of the future books and potentially some of their soon to be romantic interests. This book is filled with friendships, newly formed and those that have been for a lifetime, and is proof of what banding together for the right thing can always result in the good rising above the bad!

[Jody · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ms. Vale continues to gift readers with compelling storylines, unforgettable characters, and edge of your seat action courtesy of this first book in her newest series. Having met Romeo in her previous book I was immediately captivated by him and couldn't wait to get greater insight into his life. Helping him make a new life is Mable, a woman surrounded by family drama and just waiting to break free. Together these two scarred individuals find themselves in a fight to reach their HEA.

Romeo is a recent transplant to a small town lumber community, carrying a BIG secret while staying below the radar. He's a strong but silent man who just goes about his business. But the moment he meets Mable, a caring and supportive side emerges fully, a side that warmed my heart and made him even sexier. What starts out as a slow burn between him and Mable soon grows into a decadently delightful journey to HEA, one full of surprising twists and turns.

Mable has lived in this small town her whole life, dealt with a family that has left her scarred, and I was just praying for something good to happen to her. That good thing is meeting Romeo! From their first meeting, one that crackled, to their slow burn journey to HEA readers will be rooting for them. With Romeo by her side, Mable stands up in ways she never thought possible. To protect Romeo's secret she'll do whatever it takes in actions that left me cheering.

Together they're an immensely likable couple with an unforgettable story that kept me on the edge of my seat. Their romance brought out every emotion in me and laid the groundwork for many more enticing tales. Romeo and Mable set the bar pretty high here, but with a cast of equally appealing secondary characters, I'm left excited for what comes next in the Don't Date Him series!

[Kodie Mackay · Rating 5 out of 5]

I do so love getting a new series and what a way to start with the mysterious Romeo who disappeared in the last book series.

Our jail bird if you will..

Romeo is everything you want in a hero. He's all broody and dominating but also sweet and protective. He respected Mable and her independence. He loved on her hard and fast despite trying to fight it and oh boy did he show her all the ways a man should show a woman love.
I loved his protectiveness and love for his family and all that meant the most to him. He didn't faff around and I live me a man that's straight to the point.

Mable had my heart. She hasn't lived a great life having to deal with a awful family and the blow out of said shitty family. Yet she was resilient through it all and held herself with a level of dignity i could never. Thankfully she had a best friend and her family but still mable having something special of her own was magic to read. Plus im all her for a woman doing a hard day's grind, kicking ass in the kitchen and being a generally good human.

I loved these two. The slowburn was delectable. The chemistry tangible. The connection that blossomed, super sweet. Obviously they had the navigate some crazy and some even crazier revelations but they sailed through with minimal damage and I was here for it all.

I love this new series and the foundation that has been laid for what's to come. Im super curious abojt so many characters and where there stories could go.

As per with Lani, this gave us all the sweet, funny, heartbreak and steamy. Just an all round great read I enjoyed the heck out of.

[Ashante Williams · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. Romeo & Mabel- triggers- hospice, family discord, identity theft, theft, car accidents, cancer, hacking. Ooooh… I'm so excited about this series and let me just preface this by stating that I freaking called it. You'll know what I'm talking about if you read “forced proximity” from the Content Advisory series. It's not necessary to read it first but it'll make a little more sense. Romeo is Dru’s brother and Apollo’s BIL. He's been unofficially transferred to Montana in the dead of winter to start a new life after serving time. 🤫 Trying to keep his head down until he returns a dog to his owner, he's instantly taken with Mabel. Mabel has had a difficult life. She had to deal with an evil step mom and sister most of her life and they've done nothing but make her miserable but when she meets Romeo, things get better. Only her feelings for him seems a little one sided. This is a little of a slow burn but necessary as the drama unfolds. It's hot, sexy and freezing all at the same time. Iykyk. I'm so excited to get into this new series. It's definitely another slight switch in the type of men LLV writes without being too much of a change. I Loved it. I Would have liked an excerpt on what happened after the power outage.

[Renee · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received a copy of this book from the publisher/author to review for Stephanie's Book Reports.

Welcome to a new series from Lani Lynn Vale. This is the Don't Date him series and this is the first book. This is the story of Mabel and Romeo. To say that Mabel has lived in some serious family drama her entire life, might be an understatement. Romeo though is no stranger to what that is like. From the first moment they met they have a undeniable connection to each other. They are friends first and foremost. But how compatible they are cannot be denied. We get to live out all that family drama. Or maybe I should say some of it. Mable loves to cook and if you are hungry while reading this book, it might be bad for your waistline. There is also a recipe at the end of the book that i am going to try. I loved this girl and her outlook when things seemed so bleak, and I would have lost it from all the drama. Romeo is so protective, and I loved that side of him so very much. He would stand by Mable till the end of time. Of that I have not doubt. I loved reading this book, and I so can't wait to see all the amazing stories we get out of this new series.

[World Of Books 65 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lani Lynn Vale strikes again with a bold, addictive series starter that proves why she’s a must-read romance author.

Have I mentioned how much I love the way Lani Lynn Vale delivers unique, utterly unputdownable reads time and time again? Her brand-new Don’t Date Him series kicks off with House of BS & Lies, and she comes out swinging with an instant hit that feels completely fresh and original.

Romeo and Mable’s story is a deliciously slow-burn, tension-filled romance layered with suspense that genuinely caught me off guard. This isn’t just a love story—it’s one wrapped in secrets, danger, and emotional depth. Romeo, a burly, tall, irresistibly hot lumberjack, is hiding something that could have devastating consequences if revealed… and watching that tension simmer added a gripping edge to every page.

Mable absolutely stole my heart. The BS she’s dealing with from her family had me fully invested—yes, there was definite Kindle-tossing involved. Her strength, vulnerability, and resilience add so much depth to the story, and the way the chemistry builds between her and Romeo feels natural, intense, and perfectly paced.

As with any strong first book in a series, the groundwork matters—and Lani Lynn Vale knows exactly how to do it right. We’re given just enough insight into the other men whose stories are still to come, creating anticipation without overshadowing the main romance.

House of BS & Lies is a powerful, addictive start to what promises to be another must-read series—and I’m already all in for what’s next.

[Flavs is Mrs David Gandy♥~♥’ · Rating 5 out of 5]

We met Romeo in the last book of Content Advisory. His sister’s husband ‘broke’ him out of prison and set him up in a new place, Montana… Peace, quiet and where nobody knows him.

Mabel grew up in Montana. After her mother died, her father remarried and she had to deal with her evil stepmother and her sister. And her father didn’t care how they treated her. She only had her best friend, and irony her stepsister's dad to look out for her…

Mabel was someone with a good heart and even though she had terrible family, she took care of everyone around her. Romeo also had a crappy past. And a secret that he cant share, as it would be devastated consequences for everyone. Could he trust Mabel with his secret, with his life.

As always, this new LLV series starts off with a bang. Lots of drama, lots of secrets, a bit of a twist! I couldn’t stop once I started, read the whole thing in one go. And now I’m on the edge waiting for the next one to be released 😊 New series definitely going to be another hit 😊

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[Sarah Poulton-Williams · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved this series starter from LLV. This new series focuses on a group of covertly released prisoners who have been given new identities and new lives in Montana. This is LLV's take on small town/mountain men.

Romeo is happy with his second chance. He is building a quiet life with a stable job. He then meets Mable. She is a firey, heavy machinery operator with a whole heap of crazy family issues. These two initially bond over Romeo caring for her lost dog and their shared custody arrangement for Brawny. From this they become friends with a deep connection and sparky attraction. Romeo is hesitant to take things further but Mable takes matters into her own hands.

The love story is central to the narrative but I loved the surrounding characters and world building. There is a lot to learn about these men and their potential love stories. This is series that I am already hooked on.

Flirty, slowburning, mountain man and feisty FMC romance.

[Heidi Sturgess · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh my what a way to spend a day ! New year , new reads , new series , new characters and “friends” what more could one ask for !?

Mable can cook and loves dogs so she already has a friend in me 😉 but her “talents” don’t end there , this girl knows how to handle heavy equipment and she blew my socks off as well a few others 🤪

Romeo was in prison and we met up as his break out was being planned , I wanted in on the action and I did get it 😉

Romeo has eyes you could drown in and he’s had his fair share of family woes so he recognises the troubles Mabel is having and I love the way he has her back and supports her 🥰

Mabel and Romeo became friends when they realised they have a common friend and it just blossoms into something beautiful and I loved every moment of getting to know them as people but also together as a unit 🥰 Mabel must hold on tight I may just try and pry him from her hands 😂

A brilliant read 🥰📚

[Lynn Brooks · Rating 4 out of 5]

Gritty and emotional! It's always fun to kick off a new series with Lani Lynn Vale, so a good bit of time was spent building up the list of characters and letting us get to know a little about each. Romeo is immediately endearing and heartfelt with his connection to her dog and returning him to her no matter how attached he was, etc. I felt like we were slightly overwhelmed with Birdie and the core of Mable and Romeo were rushed over a little bit more than normal in a LLV love story. I enjoyed them both, loved their connection and look forward to more in the series, I just wanted a little more here and now too. Overall, this was a well developed set up of the series and had a solid hook to keep us reading to get to know the other guys more. I enjoyed getting to see more of Apollo from the last series too!

[thehotmesslibrary · Rating 4 out of 5]

The House of BS & Lies by Lani Lynn Vale is book one in the new series: Don’t Date Him. It tells the story of ex-con Romeo and Mable. Mable is a woman who is struggling through her life, mainly due to how her family treats her (what they do to her is pretty horrific), enter Romeo an ex-con who is trying to stay under the radar. There is definitely instant attraction between the two characters with a slow burn thrown in for good measure. Romeo and Mable are great together; they have good banter and just seem to genuinely like each other and Romeo has Mable’s back which is great.

A really good start to a new series and I can’t wait to see what comes next!

ARC received for a fair, honest and sometimes long review. All opinions are my own. 😊

More of my reviews can be found on my blog: http://thehotmesslibrary.blogspot.com

[Trish (Beautiful Chaos Reviews) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Kicking off a new series in the Lani-verse, and we aren't in Texas this time. And it's cold! With Lani's books, you know what to expect, and this is no different. But be assured, if you love Lani, you will love this book too. We have Romeo, who is brother-in-law to the computer wizard Apollo from the previous series. So if Romeo needs help, Apollo has got him. And we have Mable, a fantastic cook and lover of huge dogs. Plus, a proficient heavy equipment operator. I love that about Lani's heroines; they can do anything and still be the FMC. Their book was good, but I feel the series will only get better when we get to know the other guys who came to this area with Romeo. There isn't the bond there immediately, as with Content Advisory, or her other series. I am looking forward to seeing where this goes.

[Wendy Livingstone · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the first in a new series, and my word, what an awesome beginning, Romeo and Mable’s story is!
Mable is a heavy equipment operator, while Romeo, is a convicted felon, who escaped from prison, with hie death faked, thanks to his brother-in-law, and he has now built a new life for himself, with only a few people knowing his secret. Romeo’s word tilts on its axels when he meets Mable, and they complement each other perfectly.
This is a well written, easy to read, action packed story, with family dynamics, friendships, emotions, lies, secrets, suspense, intrigue, heartbreak, manipulation, drama, mystery, trust, humour, witty banter, undeniable chemistry, and love, which leads to an entertaining, tragic, twisted, and unpredictable, small town romance.
I look forward to reading more from this talented author whose work I highly recommend.

[Judy · Rating 5 out of 5]

New LLV Series, new town, new characters and a slow burn….who could ask for more!

I can’t even begin to tell you how excited I am for a brand spanking new and fresh series from LLV. She always creates amazing places and people in her series. And this one doesn’t disappoint. Not only does this book draw you in right away, a few chapters in your ready to love these ex cons.

Rome (Meo) has found a new life and home in Montana. He’s no longer in jail and he needs to keep it that way. He doesn’t want to bring attention to himself but once Mabel enters his life that may be a difficult task.
Mabel doesn’t have an easy life. Her family is a wreck and once that’s brought into her work life Romeo takes notice and his life will never be the same.

With many twists and turns you won’t be able to put this book down….and you’ll be desperate for the next book!

[Renee Entress · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 star

This story has pain, secrets, abuse, and heartbreak.

If you have not read the below I would recommend reading those books(s) first:
Forced Proximity (Content Advisory #7) - <-this is the sister’s book

This is Mable and Romeo’s story. If you read Forced Proximity you learn a little about Romeo. He is living far from home. When he meets Mable there is a pull but he has secrets he needs to protect so friendship is all he can offer. After all she has been lied to all her life he can’t add to those lies. But when forced to leave her with no word he is hurt and knows if he can just get back to her, he will keep her forever. They both have a past he is worse than hers, but she knows that no matter what he is a good person. Can they get a chance to have a future or will one person ruin that for them?

I highly recommend this book.

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm so excited to have another new series to read from Lani Lynn Vale. Her books always make me laugh, sometimes cringe, but always leave me wanting more.

House of BS & Lies was a great story to start the new Don't Hate Him Series. As per usual with Lani's books, this one is a spin off from a character in her last series and has some tense moments in it.

Romeo is a convicted felon and Mable is a woman that live a straight and narrow life. Romeo may be a felon, but he's a good man at heart, and Mable can't help but fall for him. Even when she's angry, he finds a way to lighten her day.

Mable is a hard working young woman that has dealt with a lot in her young life, but she's finding that her circle could be a little bigger.

I loved this story and I cannot wait to read the next book in the series. I love Lani's books and devour them as soon as I can.

[Michele A. · Rating 3 out of 5]

Romeo winds up in Montana after his brother-in-law got him out of prison. Mable is unique to say the least. She works on an excavator and moves logs as her job. He also works in that industry and, turns out, they work for the same parent company. She was left a large amount of money from her mother when she passed. Her step-sister, Birdie, appears to have made it her mission in life to make Mable miserable. When things start to happen around Romeo, he has Apollo look at what's really going on. It appears that things aren't what they seem. I will say it got a bit far-fetched for me on some of the things that were "done" by someone who seemed to be deranged. I had a hard time buying all that was done without anyone being the wiser. It was great to see Romeo get his shot at a HEA. It was a good start to this series.

[Shelley C · Rating 5 out of 5]

House of BS + Lies❤️‍🩹

Wow, great start to this new series by LLV, loved Romeo and Mable🙌 Romeo has Apollo to thank for getting him out of prison, and setting him up in Montana with a house and money. He is still wary around people and tends to be a loner, that is until he meets Mable and suddenly all the drama she’s going through because of her family, he wants to fight to protect her and love her…but he’s worried, that once she finds out about escaping prison and the reason he was, that she won’t want to have anything to so with him😢

Great characters and loving meeting the new characters, whom I’m intrigued to learn more about with Weaver up next😍 I received an advanced copy and voluntarily leave my honest review❣️

[Nicole · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 Stars
This kicks off a new series by Lani Lynn Vale. We do see a few familiar faces to my delight. I read this one in a day and half. The characters had me hooked. Even though Romeo is an ex con how could you resist a man who loves animals. That's another reason I like Vale's characters they live in the grey area and things aren't black and white. As this story goes layer after layer is revealed. It kept me hooked to see where it was going to go. Some really nasty characters in this one, but one in particular needed to meet some justice that's for sure. One thing I loved is in my head as I was reading I couldn't help hoping the shipping I was doing of characters comes to happen because I'm already invested in this unlikely group of ex cons.

[Storied Conversation · Rating 5 out of 5]

Romeo and Mable are perfection together. From instant attraction to an unexpected connection that turns into friendship, trust, and so much more, their story had me completely hooked. I loved how their shared family struggles created understanding instead of distance, and how Romeo’s quiet protectiveness balanced so beautifully with Mable’s strength and kindness.

The family drama was engaging, Apollo was endlessly entertaining, and Mable’s love of cooking had me craving comfort food the entire time. Emotional, funny, heartfelt, and swoony—this is Lani Lynn Vale at her absolute best.

Thank you Give Me Books Promotions and Lani Lynn Vale for providing me an ARC of the book. All opinions expressed are my own.

[Sian’s Reading Adventure · Rating 5 out of 5]

House of BS & Lies by Lani Lynn Vale
Don’t Date Him #1

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Another absolute banging book from LLV! This is the first book in her new series Don’t Date Him and well it’s already has me hooked! These boys are going to be some hot as men to read about!

This book is about our man Romeo who is Drus brother, we meet her in Forced Proximity! Romeo gets broken out of prison and is starting a new life in a small town in montana. The last thing he’s looking for is someone else to bring in to the fold of his complicated life, but Mable had another thoughts about that.

Manle and Romeo’s Story is so good! I absolutely loved it! If you a fan fun reads this one for you!

I was lucky enough to receive an ARC copy of House of BS & Lies and for that I am very grateful.

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was such an amazing start to the new series!! We meet Romeo in Apollo’s book from the Truth Tellers MC series. Apollo will do anything for his wife even if it means breaking her brother out of prison. Mabel hasn’t had the easiest life. She lost her mother when she was young and very soon after got a stepmother & stepsister. At this time her father changes and starts giving all his attention to his new wife and stepdaughter. She is a heavy machine operator and in her spare time loves to cook. They meet when he finds her dog and has been taking care of him a couple months. It seems like fate keeps putting them in each other’s paths. Their story has quite a few secrets, danger, suspense with lots of twist & turns. I’m looking forward to what’s next in the series.

[Andrea · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely love starting a new series. Mable and Romeo’s story did not disappoint. It has all my favorite things: a strong independent woman, a hot big burly man, drama, steaminess and laughter. Best combination. Mable first sees Romeo at the county club when she was forced to go to lunch with her step sister and step mother. Those two are a whole other kind of drama.
Then Mable and Romeo see one another again at work when there is an issue with one crew. Mable wins him over with her cooking and Romeo wins her over by encouraging her to cut out the negative people in her life.
The chemistry with these two you could feel in waves off the pages. The banter with all the characters had me laughing. I can not wait to see who will be next in the next book