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Rage: A One Night Stand MC Romance Novel
She was mine from the moment I saw her, even if she was ten years older.
A woman in a wedding dress, drinking alone at a bar. She was stunning, curvy, and running from a betrayal that shattered her world. We shared one night—a collision of passion and desperation that seared itself into my soul. Then she vanished.
As a member of the War Brothers MC, my life is about brotherhood, fighting in the club’s underground fights, and protecting the innocent. I never expected that my job at the women’s shelter would lead me back to her. When she calls, in danger from the man she almost married, I’m the one who answers.
Now she’s under my roof and my protection. She’s my angel, a light in the shadows of my world, and she’s healing parts of me I thought were long dead. But our pasts refuse to stay buried.
An enemy is seeking revenge against me. They’ve made a fatal mistake—they’ve put her in their sights. They came for what’s mine, and now they’ll discover exactly why my MC brothers call me Rage.
A woman in a wedding dress, drinking alone at a bar. She was stunning, curvy, and running from a betrayal that shattered her world. We shared one night—a collision of passion and desperation that seared itself into my soul. Then she vanished.
As a member of the War Brothers MC, my life is about brotherhood, fighting in the club’s underground fights, and protecting the innocent. I never expected that my job at the women’s shelter would lead me back to her. When she calls, in danger from the man she almost married, I’m the one who answers.
Now she’s under my roof and my protection. She’s my angel, a light in the shadows of my world, and she’s healing parts of me I thought were long dead. But our pasts refuse to stay buried.
An enemy is seeking revenge against me. They’ve made a fatal mistake—they’ve put her in their sights. They came for what’s mine, and now they’ll discover exactly why my MC brothers call me Rage.
215 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 14, 2026
About the author
Bianca Lee Ward
16 books88 followersBianca is an Australian romance author with a love of culinary adventures and a playlist for every mood. She enjoys exploring themes of identity, personal growth, and resilience in her work—with a little spice on the side. When she isn’t lost in storytelling or absorbed in her latest read, Bianca can be found watching true crime stories and documentaries.
Bianca's previous pen name was Bianca Lee.
Bianca's previous pen name was Bianca Lee.
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May 18, 2026
I hadn't t read anything by this author before but the idea of reverse age gap always intrigues me. I love these stories! Rose finds out on her wedding day that her fiance and best friend were having an affair. So she does what any jilted bride would do and drowns her feelings at the bar when she meets a younger biker guy, Theo (Rage). She drowns her feelings in him that night too. She doesn't think she'll see him again until he helps her out of a bad situation and the rest falls into place where feelings develop. However, just when things seem perfect a scary situation unfolds that could jeopardize their future.
I enjoyed the story and for awhile it did feel realistic but a portion of it just seemed a little farfetched and rushed. I'm not a fan of instalove because it's just unrealistic but this story shows that you can't judge a book by their cover and to trust people. I felt like the main female character's weight was overly focused on but I love a reverse age gap. I would recommend for a spicy, slightly suspenseful book. 3.5 stars
Thanks to NetGalley and Bianca Ward for allowing me to review this ARC!
I enjoyed the story and for awhile it did feel realistic but a portion of it just seemed a little farfetched and rushed. I'm not a fan of instalove because it's just unrealistic but this story shows that you can't judge a book by their cover and to trust people. I felt like the main female character's weight was overly focused on but I love a reverse age gap. I would recommend for a spicy, slightly suspenseful book. 3.5 stars
Thanks to NetGalley and Bianca Ward for allowing me to review this ARC!
May 17, 2026
This was an ARC read
If insta attraction, not quite love is your thing then this could be the story for you. Unfortunately it wasn't for me.
I mean a one night stand after finding out on your wedding day that your fiance and best friend have been going at it for a year, is one thing. But these two just pulled trauma out of the air.
Rose's fiancé hit a wall, and she practically had to have counseling from the trauma, Rage wasn't much better. It was embarrassing, really, how needy they were at times.
Rose needed to leave her home after the incident and it was suggested she go to the local woman's shelter, all good. BUT, the shelter calls a biker, who then turns up at Rose's home, on a bloody motorbike! Its irrelevant that the biker is Rage, whom Rose just spent the night with. . . . . WHO DOES THAT, and why would any woman who's trying to get away from a bad situation, go with a biker!!?? and especially on his bike.
So, all in all, this was not a book I would read again, or recommended.
Im sorry, but there was literally nothing I enjoyed about it.
If insta attraction, not quite love is your thing then this could be the story for you. Unfortunately it wasn't for me.
I mean a one night stand after finding out on your wedding day that your fiance and best friend have been going at it for a year, is one thing. But these two just pulled trauma out of the air.
Rose's fiancé hit a wall, and she practically had to have counseling from the trauma, Rage wasn't much better. It was embarrassing, really, how needy they were at times.
Rose needed to leave her home after the incident and it was suggested she go to the local woman's shelter, all good. BUT, the shelter calls a biker, who then turns up at Rose's home, on a bloody motorbike! Its irrelevant that the biker is Rage, whom Rose just spent the night with. . . . . WHO DOES THAT, and why would any woman who's trying to get away from a bad situation, go with a biker!!?? and especially on his bike.
So, all in all, this was not a book I would read again, or recommended.
Im sorry, but there was literally nothing I enjoyed about it.
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May 14, 2026
What a gorgeous read Rage and Rose’s story was, I absolutely loved them ❤️❤️❤️ The WAR BROTHERS MC: Book 7 was fantastic. Rage is the best thing that could have happened to Rose, he’s sweet, loving and makes her feel seen. A definite page turner and very entertaining. 100% recommend this book to everyone ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ you will not be disappointed 😎🖤
May 17, 2026
I really enjoyed Rage. It gave me exactly what I look for in an MC romance, a possessive, protective biker hero, a curvy heroine with real emotional depth, steamy chemistry, and enough danger to keep the pages turning.
The story opens with a great scene, Rage spotting a beautiful older woman in a wedding dress drinking alone at a bar after her world falls apart. Their one night stand is intense, raw, and full of desperate passion that clearly marks him. When she vanishes afterward, it leaves him haunted.
Later, his work at a women’s shelter brings her back into his life when she needs protection from the man she almost married!
From there, she ends up under his roof, and the real story unfolds as they heal old wounds while an enemy from his past targets her to get revenge!
What stood out most was the age gap dynamic, with Rose being ten years older. It felt refreshing and added a nice layer to Rage’s instant claim on her. He calls her his angel (and sexy cougar 😂) and light in his dark world, and it works because you see him backing it up with actions, not just words.
His fighter side and MC loyalty come through strongly, especially when threats arise, and you understand why his brothers call him Rage.
The suspense elements with her ex and his enemy are handled well, they create real tension without taking over the romance.
Both characters carry pain from their pasts, and watching them open up and support each other under one roof gave the book solid emotional weight alongside the heat.
If you’ve read the earlier War Brothers books, (I jumped in here, but I’ve earmarked the rest of the series to read 😜) then you’ll know (and love the characters)
It’s fairly classic for the genre, which I like, it’s not trying to reinvent the wheel, just delivers a satisfying, fast paced story with a strong protective hero and a heroine who grows stronger as the book progresses.
Great if you love MC stories with age gap, second chance after one night energy, and a hero who will burn everything down to keep his woman safe.
I’d recommend it to fans of the series or anyone who enjoys this trope done right.
It’s a solid, enjoyable read that hits the possessive biker romance spot perfectly.
🦋
The story opens with a great scene, Rage spotting a beautiful older woman in a wedding dress drinking alone at a bar after her world falls apart. Their one night stand is intense, raw, and full of desperate passion that clearly marks him. When she vanishes afterward, it leaves him haunted.
Later, his work at a women’s shelter brings her back into his life when she needs protection from the man she almost married!
From there, she ends up under his roof, and the real story unfolds as they heal old wounds while an enemy from his past targets her to get revenge!
What stood out most was the age gap dynamic, with Rose being ten years older. It felt refreshing and added a nice layer to Rage’s instant claim on her. He calls her his angel (and sexy cougar 😂) and light in his dark world, and it works because you see him backing it up with actions, not just words.
His fighter side and MC loyalty come through strongly, especially when threats arise, and you understand why his brothers call him Rage.
The suspense elements with her ex and his enemy are handled well, they create real tension without taking over the romance.
Both characters carry pain from their pasts, and watching them open up and support each other under one roof gave the book solid emotional weight alongside the heat.
If you’ve read the earlier War Brothers books, (I jumped in here, but I’ve earmarked the rest of the series to read 😜) then you’ll know (and love the characters)
It’s fairly classic for the genre, which I like, it’s not trying to reinvent the wheel, just delivers a satisfying, fast paced story with a strong protective hero and a heroine who grows stronger as the book progresses.
Great if you love MC stories with age gap, second chance after one night energy, and a hero who will burn everything down to keep his woman safe.
I’d recommend it to fans of the series or anyone who enjoys this trope done right.
It’s a solid, enjoyable read that hits the possessive biker romance spot perfectly.
🦋
May 19, 2026
RAGE is the seventh instalment in Bianca Lee Ward’s contemporary, adult WAR BROTHERS MC erotic, MC romance series. This is twenty-four year old underground fighter Theo aka Rage, and thirty-four year old, jewelry designer Rose Wilder’s storyline. RAGE can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines is revealed where necessary.
NOTE: Due to the nature of the story line premise, there may be triggers for more sensitive readers
Told from dual first person perspectives (Rage and Rose) RAGE follows in the wake of the almost wedding. Just minutes before walking down the aisle, Rose discovers her fiancé and her best friend have been engaged in an affair. As a runaway bride, Rose finds herself at a hotel bar where she will meet and spend one night with a man show knows only as Theo, the man with whom Rose will fall in love. Threats and emotional abuse find our heroine calling for help, help in the guise of the War Brothers MC. With her rescue, Rose will quickly become ensconced in the MC lifestyle, including falling for a man with anger issues of his own.
The world building follows Rose’s acclimation into the War Brothers MC, and her struggle with Rage’s underground fighting but a win in the ring for Rage, places a target on Rose’s back, a target she for which she refuses to lay down and cower.
The relationship between Rage and Rose begins as a one night stand-a runaway bride with an MC brother find solace and love in a hotel bar. Living with Rage, Rose finds her independence, while Rage discovers there is more to life than an underground fight. The $ex scenes are intimate and passionate without the use of over the top,sexually graphic language and text.
Once again, there is a large ensemble cast of energetic and familiar secondary and supporting characters including the members of the War Brothers MC, and their significant others. We are quickly introduced to Rose’s exTyler, and her ex best friend Kayla.
RAGE is a story of power and obsession, betrayal and infidelity, family and relationships, acceptance and love. The fast paced premise is dramatic and edgy; the romance is seductive ; the characters are determined, desperate and dynamic.
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NOTE: Due to the nature of the story line premise, there may be triggers for more sensitive readers
Told from dual first person perspectives (Rage and Rose) RAGE follows in the wake of the almost wedding. Just minutes before walking down the aisle, Rose discovers her fiancé and her best friend have been engaged in an affair. As a runaway bride, Rose finds herself at a hotel bar where she will meet and spend one night with a man show knows only as Theo, the man with whom Rose will fall in love. Threats and emotional abuse find our heroine calling for help, help in the guise of the War Brothers MC. With her rescue, Rose will quickly become ensconced in the MC lifestyle, including falling for a man with anger issues of his own.
The world building follows Rose’s acclimation into the War Brothers MC, and her struggle with Rage’s underground fighting but a win in the ring for Rage, places a target on Rose’s back, a target she for which she refuses to lay down and cower.
The relationship between Rage and Rose begins as a one night stand-a runaway bride with an MC brother find solace and love in a hotel bar. Living with Rage, Rose finds her independence, while Rage discovers there is more to life than an underground fight. The $ex scenes are intimate and passionate without the use of over the top,sexually graphic language and text.
Once again, there is a large ensemble cast of energetic and familiar secondary and supporting characters including the members of the War Brothers MC, and their significant others. We are quickly introduced to Rose’s exTyler, and her ex best friend Kayla.
RAGE is a story of power and obsession, betrayal and infidelity, family and relationships, acceptance and love. The fast paced premise is dramatic and edgy; the romance is seductive ; the characters are determined, desperate and dynamic.
copy supplied for review
May 21, 2026
So, a bride walked into a bar…sounds like the beginning of joke. Except for Rose, it wasn’t a joke. Her life had just imploded. She lost her groom and best friend to betrayal. What’s a girl to do when a younger, gorgeous, muscular biker named Theo asks her back to his room? Why, spend the most amazing night of her life with him, of course. Her ex wasn’t happy and he punched a hole in the wall near her face, so she ended up in a DV shelter affiliated with the same MC as Theo, known as Rage in the club. Rage had his own emotional baggage and fights in illegal fights when he needs to vent or earn money. Despite Rage being ten years younger, theirs was an intense physical and emotional relationship, but his fighting caused stress to their relationship.
The author did a good job with character development, creating wonderfully flawed, unique characters that you couldn’t help but cheer for and hope they got their HEA. The book is surprisingly deep and tackles tough issues like domestic violence, fight clubs, parental abandonment, depression, and rival MC violence. There were a lot of supporting characters to keep up with, with my favorites being the other women in the MC. The women are supportive of each other. The story was a steamy, emotional and engaging drama with enough scandal, tension, and suspense to keep the story entertaining. I enjoyed this book and look forward to reading more books from this author.
The author did a good job with character development, creating wonderfully flawed, unique characters that you couldn’t help but cheer for and hope they got their HEA. The book is surprisingly deep and tackles tough issues like domestic violence, fight clubs, parental abandonment, depression, and rival MC violence. There were a lot of supporting characters to keep up with, with my favorites being the other women in the MC. The women are supportive of each other. The story was a steamy, emotional and engaging drama with enough scandal, tension, and suspense to keep the story entertaining. I enjoyed this book and look forward to reading more books from this author.
Review of advance copy
A sexy biker romance.
She left her fiance at the alter and went to a local bar where she meets Rage, amember of the War Brothers MC. Rose isn't interested, but the gorgeous younger man convinces her to spend the night with him. He didn't think he would ever see her again but when he is asked by the local women's shelter to help a moman in danger he doesn't hesitate, and is shocked to find out that it is his Rose that needs him. She may be safe with him, but Rage has enemies that won't hesitate to use the woman he loves to force him into the ring.
Compelling and well written characters that kept me engrossed from the first page. This is an age gap romance where the man is younger, there is steam, twists and turns in the plot, and a happy ending for the main characters. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and recommend it to others.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary ARC provided by Hidden Gems.
She left her fiance at the alter and went to a local bar where she meets Rage, amember of the War Brothers MC. Rose isn't interested, but the gorgeous younger man convinces her to spend the night with him. He didn't think he would ever see her again but when he is asked by the local women's shelter to help a moman in danger he doesn't hesitate, and is shocked to find out that it is his Rose that needs him. She may be safe with him, but Rage has enemies that won't hesitate to use the woman he loves to force him into the ring.
Compelling and well written characters that kept me engrossed from the first page. This is an age gap romance where the man is younger, there is steam, twists and turns in the plot, and a happy ending for the main characters. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and recommend it to others.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary ARC provided by Hidden Gems.
May 14, 2026
This is not my fist book by this author and they are fast becoming one of my go to for MC stories. I enjoy their writing skills and their use of details that make the story realistic. I also enjoy their creative characters that are written with alot of heart and heat. This story is no different. This is a well written story that is not only engaging but hard to put down. I enjoyed the characters in this story and how they made me care about them from the start. They are connectable, strong and well developed which made their story easy to read. I enjoyed watching their growth from beginning to end. I enjoyed reading this story and how it kept me coming back for more. I look forward to seeing what is next for this series. I highly recommend this book.
May 15, 2026
I have been waiting for Rage's story and Ward does not disappoint! He and Rosie are my new favorite characters! When she finds out about her fiancé and best friend's betrayal she walks away from the wedding and right into a bar where Rage is at. He knows that she is the woman for him, but she leaves after their intimate encounter. They reconnect when he arrives at the women's shelter and she is there in danger from her ex-fiancé. Rage has reconnected with his woman, and no one is going to come between them again after all with his underground fighting experience they are asking for trouble. This story kept me glued to the pages and cheering on this unlikely couple.
I am volunteering to leave a review for an ARC of this book.
I am volunteering to leave a review for an ARC of this book.
Review of advance copy
Roses wedding day didnt go to plan when she finds out her fiance and sbest friend had been a thing for a year! She goes to a bar in her wedding dress and ends up meeting Rage (theo) he was drawn to the woman in white in a dingy bar, their one night together was electric but she left before he woke up. Their paths cross again when he takes a call working the women shelters phones and its Rose, her ex fiance wont leave her alone, so he brings her under his protection, but his past wont let him alone either! Well written engaging steamy desires drama reverse age gap, older woman, ex drama and more!
May 14, 2026
This is a gritty, emotional romance with real emotion.
Rage and the Rose’s connection is instant, intense, and impossible not to root for. I loved the mix of danger, loyalty, healing, and raw passion, especially the protective streak running through the story. The chemistry absolutely crackles, but there’s also genuine tenderness beneath all the chaos.
It’s fast-paced, dramatic, and properly addictive, a brilliant read for anyone who loves possessive bikers, found family, and wounded souls finding their way back to life.
Rage and the Rose’s connection is instant, intense, and impossible not to root for. I loved the mix of danger, loyalty, healing, and raw passion, especially the protective streak running through the story. The chemistry absolutely crackles, but there’s also genuine tenderness beneath all the chaos.
It’s fast-paced, dramatic, and properly addictive, a brilliant read for anyone who loves possessive bikers, found family, and wounded souls finding their way back to life.
May 14, 2026
I've enjoyed the War Brothers series, but Rose was a bit of a turn off for me. I understand she was in an abusive relationship in the past. But her latest Ex hits the wall beside her and she was so traumatized by it, she suddenly couldn't bear any violence. After they had been together for four years without one trigger seems highly unlikely for her drastic response. I also felt the repetitive age difference of Rose being a cougar was overdone. It was a good story that I had no trouble finishing, but Rose was too needy to live an MC lifestyle.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Talk about an instant attraction. Rage, is exactly who his name implies. He has a hard time controlling his anger, but he has instant chemistry with Rose, who he met one night and did not know they would ever see each other again... little did they know that when Rose was in trouble he would be the first called running. Absolutely loved this book and will be reading more by Bianca Lee Ward.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 14, 2026
He saw her at the bar in a wedding dress and alone and that just one look told him everything he needs to know. She is ten years older than her but that did not matter as they spend a wonderful night together. Years later he meets her again at a woman institution where he finds out her ex fiance is after her again. He will take her home and he will do anything to keep her safe. See how he deals with
I received an advance copy from hidden gems and a powerful read
I received an advance copy from hidden gems and a powerful read
May 14, 2026
This is the first story I have read from this series and I have enjoyed reading it. I thought the characters were developed, they had good connection and chemistry, and I felt a connection to them. I liked how they met, the way they were together and the support they had. I liked the balance of their story and my attention was held from start to finish. I am voluntarily leaving this review after receiving an ARC from Hidden Gems.
May 21, 2026
I have read several of the War Brothers MC series.
Rage had a good story line and had couple spicy scenes but not much. I feel this book was missing something that the previous ones had yet I'm not sure exactly what's missing.
Liked the curvy older woman aspect a lot.
I was not into how much the MFC wanted the MMC to change so early on.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Rage had a good story line and had couple spicy scenes but not much. I feel this book was missing something that the previous ones had yet I'm not sure exactly what's missing.
Liked the curvy older woman aspect a lot.
I was not into how much the MFC wanted the MMC to change so early on.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I love Rage. He is fierce and loyal to the one's he cares about. Rose is strong even when she doesn't feel it. She just wants someone to love her for her. And Rage does just that and more. Rage doesn't give a crap about the age difference and no one better make a comment either. These two grow together and its just really good to see that.
May 15, 2026
Rage is book seven of the War Brothers MC Series.
I loved how strong of a connection Rage and Rose had. He knew he had found something good in his life and wanted to make sure she felt his love and devotion. He was there for her every step of the way. I loved seeing them connect and grow together.
I loved how strong of a connection Rage and Rose had. He knew he had found something good in his life and wanted to make sure she felt his love and devotion. He was there for her every step of the way. I loved seeing them connect and grow together.
Review of advance copy received from Author
OMG!! Best book ever!! Emotional, dangerous, intense storyline with fantastic character interaction. Lots of twists to keep me on the edge of my seat while reading. Fast paced storyline full of awesome details. Read cover to cover, because I couldn't put it down.
Review of advance copy received from Author
LOVE LOVE LOVE the War Brother MC and Rage is no exception! Him and Rose are so sweet together and I LOVE that she's also a plus sized FMC. I cant wait to read Cash's story next!.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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