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Monster: A spicy bedtime story for adults

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One stare. One detour. One hell of a ride.

She lives for the thrill—her Ducati Monster, the wind in her face, and the freedom of the open road. But when a mysterious biker with a voice like sin and hands like fire enters her world, the ride takes a turn she never saw coming.

What starts as a staredown becomes a showdown of dominance, desire, and raw chemistry. In the quiet of the forest, surrounded by nature and motor oil, she finds herself bound not by ropes, but by the kind of lust that leaves bruises—and begs for more.

Monster is a high-heat, no-apologies short story for readers who like their romance rough, their heroines bratty, and their heroes dangerously in control.

30 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 6, 2026

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Profile Image for Sandra.
685 reviews
January 10, 2026
Kitten and her Monster.

🚩🚩Be sure to read the TWs.🚩🚩

This was a short spicy read with bratty Luna going on a group ride with other bikers and noticing one particular unknown in the group. Luna, aka Kitten, as the big man on his bike called her, was being watched with interest. Now Luna couldn't see his face, his helmet was in the way, but she knew it. She was all about the flirt and banter with her hips swaying. Luna was far from shy.😝😂😂 Why not stir the pot and see what happens? Especially when he asked her to break away from everyone else and go for a ride with him. I think he knew her, she didn't know him.

The smut was the plot.🔥☠️🔥 It was short and got to the point.lol Rough play was the name of the game. And if someone was awake and alert or possibly not, in this adult bedtime story, anything goes. Some of the kinks ((for me)) were too extreme, a bit cliché for a MC. This wasn't a romance. It was a hook-up. However. It was written well, the story moved easily, it does end with a HFN. Happy reading.*•>§<•*💜🖤💜🖤

👩🏍️👨🏼‍🔧Thank you to Ms Shady and Booksprout. The opinions shared here are my own.👨🏼‍🔧🏍️👩
Profile Image for D.3.b.0.r.a.h.
53 reviews1 follower
January 17, 2026
This was a pleasant, spicy read for me.

Monster is fast, playful, and unapologetically hot.

From the first page to the unexpected detour, I was immediately pulled in and completely along for the ride.

Short, smutty, and satisfying.

Exactly the kind of quick, heat-filled story I love ending my night with. 🔥
Profile Image for Emery.
47 reviews8 followers
January 14, 2026
I love love love everything that ivy comes out with.
This story was short and steamy, with such few pages this was spicyyy.
I loved that both of them were sexy motorcyclists, and the immediate attraction they had for each other. The FMC is a brat and takes complete control, and he gives in.
The full power play, submission and dominance, with the fun BDSM elements.
This was such a fun read!
Profile Image for Zoe Holt.
59 reviews3 followers
January 8, 2026
I received this book for free for an honest review, and let me just say—this was a filthy little monster treat. Short, sharp, and dripping with gritty tension, it delivers delicious dominance from both the male and female leads, which made it extra addictive. The chemistry was feral, the power play hit just right, and the descriptive writing had me fully locked in from start to finish. Every scene felt charged, like it was building toward something wild—and then it ended. Too soon. Way too soon. I didn’t just want this to be longer, I needed it to be. Because excuse me… where has this alpha been hiding, and why am I not getting more of him immediately? Solid five stars, and I’ll be first in line if this ever gets expanded
Profile Image for Gem .
328 reviews12 followers
January 6, 2026
Girl biker x Monster man
Ducati’s & detour’s
Insta-lust
Anonymous hook up
Fast paced
Lakeside spice
Short & smutty

While out for a group ride on her Ducati, Luna’s attention is caught by a new rider. Attraction is instant between them & a detour is suggested. All bets (& leathers) are off at a lakeside location for the hottest of hook ups!

I love Ivy’s writing!! Despite this only being a short story (30pgs), she has the knack for drawing you in & sharing all the feels that the MC’s are experiencing.

It’s a steamy fantasy & any biketok lover’s dream!! Check it out!!
Profile Image for Sarah Louise.
285 reviews8 followers
January 6, 2026
Instant chemistry between Luna and her monster man in this latest fantastic quick read by I V Shady. The mysterious biker in leather that cannot take his eyes off her and her teasing sassy nature makes for an explosively hot encounter on a motorcycle club ride out.
I absolutely loved how this novella brings adventure and plenty of spice together and even though it is only 30 pages, it’s a read you won’t want to miss out on!
Profile Image for Nichole Johnson .
345 reviews15 followers
January 7, 2026
This is the 3rd short & spicy "bedtime" story I've read by I.V. Shady, and once again it did not disappoint. I love motorcycle men because my hubby is one! There is nothing hotter, and this mysterious monster man was definitely hot. The FMC is spunky, confident, knows what she wants, and knows how to get it. Its was definitely a quick & fun ride. If you love short stories, or just need something quick to read in between your normal reads, then I highly suggest giving this one a try. Makes me wanna go on a ride now!
Profile Image for  Jody Reads Smut.
1,114 reviews259 followers
January 6, 2026
Yo, I.V. Shady nailed it once more with this short, spicy novella. The biker? Leather-covered mystery, a voice that is like sin, and that atmosphere that completely makes you forget how to breathe. The best part was that the chemistry was not hot; it was off the scale. It is a must-read if you want a fast, freaky, and entirely raw-power-dynamics romance with no apologies. 🖤🏍️🔥.
204 reviews65 followers
January 14, 2026
Another fiery piece of erotica by I.V. Shady featuring a motorcycle club, and a woman who takes what she needs. With the smut as the plot, this one burns right from the very start and now has me wanting to find my own hot motorcycle Alpha male to ride.

I loved the quickly paced story and the FMC’s power was hot! With dirty talk, a bratty FMC FDom and a sinful MMC MDom this racy read includes power switching and BDSM elements making it a great choice for an adult bedtime story. If you love a strong FMC and MMC who, after one long exhilarating look, come together in a dangerous explosion of carnal desires, add this to your TBR today!

Tropes include:
🖤 MF Biker Erotica
🏍️ Instalust
🖤 Masked Man
🏍️ Power Exchange
🖤 S0mn0
🏍️ Breath Play
🖤 Hand Necklace

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 (rounded to 5)
🌶️🌶️🌶️
Profile Image for Paige Fulford.
51 reviews2 followers
January 6, 2026
This was a nice and quick read but boy was it packed with spice!! I loved the dynamic between these two, the dominant monster man and bratty kitten was really well done, but I love that she knows what she wants and isn’t afraid to take it.
Profile Image for Tiffany Velasquez.
83 reviews1 follower
January 8, 2026
spicy 🌶️

To the point with the spice and it did not disappoint. I didn’t have to wait to find out what was going to happen it just happened and it was super hot!!! 🔥🔥
Profile Image for Sam.
19 reviews
January 8, 2026
Definitely a very spicy read when the smut IS the plot 😏 Not all the kinks were for me, but definitely a good short read for the spice.
Profile Image for Angel Reads.
16 reviews2 followers
January 11, 2026
General: ✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️
Spice: 💋💋💋💋💋

Ohhh!!! I.V. Shady is at again!!! This has definitely been one heck of a ride. Luna is out enjoy a bike ride with her group, when she notices a masked biker watching her. And when she goes on a ride with her masked monster man... I was fanning myself when Luna finally gets ahold of her monster man. I love Luna's sass, her take what she needs attitude. I.V. does not hold back on the spice. She has become my favorite short spicy romance author. Her stories leave you feeling the heat, the anticipation, the excitement. I can’t wait to read more!!! I am hooked into these stories. Thank you for this exciting, spicy, and adventurous read.
Profile Image for FictionHealsMe.
112 reviews4 followers
January 12, 2026
I honestly think I love every story Shady writes, and Monster is no exception. It’s a super short read, but wow, it packs a punch. Quick, intense, and ridiculously steamy.

I loved the instant lust between these two bikers, that raw pull that hits from the very first moment. The chemistry is explosive, and the way they both try to dominate each other is absolute fire. It’s bold, hot, and unapologetic.

A fast, spicy read that knows exactly what it’s doing. Perfect when you’re craving something cool, dirty, and unforgettable
Profile Image for Heather Burt.
152 reviews3 followers
January 17, 2026
Wow... The spice in this is popping!! LunA is one bad ass mfc and she knows it. I love her sass! She knows what she wants and how to get it. I.v. shade is at it again!

if you're looking for something extremely short, heavy on spice, and something to get out of a slump, this is it. It'll leave you sweaty and needy. I love a masked man and this one was perfect to read!
Profile Image for Hayley Edwards.
228 reviews30 followers
January 10, 2026
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️

I absolutely loved this book it short steamy and straight to the point no messing about and it was super hot 🥵🥵
I loved the immediate attraction towards each.
The smut is the plot and I loved every second of it.

Please check your triggers before reading.

Thankyou for the book I.v shady I can't wait to read what's next.
Profile Image for Paula Campbell.
57 reviews8 followers
January 10, 2026
A quick read of two Ducati lovers who take an extra tour filled with spice, kinks, passion and speed!

Another great read with smut as the plot, courtesy of @shady.ivy.author. I’ve read three so far from this incredible author and I can’t wait to see what comes next!
Profile Image for Mache.
50 reviews2 followers
January 6, 2026
Monster by I.V. Shady is a short, fiery burst of chemistry that wastes no time getting to the good stuff. In just 30 pages, this story delivers instant attraction, dominant energy, and mutual desire wrapped in leather, attitude, and roaring engines.

Luna is bold, bratty, and unapologetically herself — a woman who knows what she wants and isn’t afraid to chase it. When she crosses paths with the man she dubs her Monster Man, the connection is immediate and electric. Their dynamic crackles with tension as dominance meets sass, and neither is willing to fully surrender control.

What makes this quick read work is the balance. While Monster Man’s commanding presence is undeniable, Luna is never overshadowed. She matches him beat for beat, claw for claw, making their chemistry feel equal, intense, and earned. This isn’t just about spice — it’s about two people who recognize the thrill in each other and lean into it without hesitation.

Fast, sexy, and adrenaline-fueled, Monster is perfect for readers looking for a quick hit of spice, confidence, and unapologetic desire. A wild ride from start to finish — and one worth taking. 🏍️🔥

(Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️)
Profile Image for Dee Layton.
243 reviews13 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
January 6, 2026
Hot damn I.V. Shady did it again! I have been waiting for this short novella forever! You know this is going to be good when it opens u with Fast bikes. Fast Burns. And chemistry that doesn't ask permission. This short novella is about a badass Luna that finds her monster man in a motorcycle riding club. Luna is a fierce, blue haired women, that is sassy and bites back. Luna will literally fight for what she wants she isn't a damsel but a woman that knows what she needs and takes it. Oh boy is this bad boy spicy and it's an amazing read. I love how every book I.V. writes you see her confidence grow with her writing, and I could not be prouder of her. She is the author that takes the fantasies that we like as women and brings them to life in the most amazing and entertaining way. So, when its available put this on your TBR right along with Caught and Bound you will not be disappointed. Quite the contrary you will feel the tingles of pure delight and pleasure!
QUOTE:
"Do you like what you see, Monster Man?" -Luna
"Ah, Little Luna, likes to bite?" - Monster Man
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366 reviews17 followers
January 6, 2026
Stars:⭐⭐⭐⭐.5/5 (rounded up for rating)
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️.5/5

I.V. Shady is back with an ENTICING biker short story that has me wanting to: learn how to ride a motorcycle, get my license, find a group to cruise with and reenact this little number because, HELLO! (I don’t even like motorcycles, mind you, but I support this adventurous ride 🤭)

🖤Erotica
🏍️Biker FMC & MMC
🔥Instalust With a Stranger
🖤BD$M Elements (Spänkïng, Hand Necklaces)
🏍️Dirty Talk, Sømnø & She Takes What She Wants
🔥Dominance/Submission
🖤Power Exchange

Once their gazes lock and she hears his voice laced with sin, their ride takes a delicious detour.

If you enjoy a story with high heat, a bratty heroine who thrives on being bound by an insatiable lust that keeps her begging for more, and a hero who loses control with her in the way she craves, then pick this one up!
Profile Image for Bethany Gibbs.
69 reviews2 followers
January 6, 2026
💜Monster by I.V Shady💜
~ARC review~

Our girl is out here kicking of 2026 with an absolute BANG! And what better way then with this spicy, hot and absolutely sexy short story! And the fact that it revolves around my current fixation of motorcycle club romances has just made this one even better for me! It’s like she can just read my mind and give everything you could possibly need!!

Monster is a fast paced story of desire, lust and so so much heat! I love an fmc with a bratty attitude who takes what she wants, no apologies given. Which is exactly what we’ve been given here! I love the fight for dominance as our fmc takes what she so desperately needs from the mmc.

I am honestly so excited to see what ivy comes up with next, and pray she continues to deliver these amazing short stories because they are honestly incredible 💜
Profile Image for Julie's Book Land Reviews.
548 reviews36 followers
January 9, 2026
Date Started: January 8th 2025
Date Finished: January 8th 2025

Characters: Luna

Rating: 6 🌟s

Spice: 🌶🌶🌶🌶🌶

Content Warnings:
Check before you read. Your mental health matters.

Genre:
MF Biker Erotica, Bedtime Story

Review:
This is my third story by this author I've read and once again she brought the heat but a lot hotter this time. The way Luna tells you about her monster man has you wanting to find your very own in real life as well to have very hot times with. Highly recommend this as your first book (if you haven't read your first one of the year that is 😉) and hopefully it'll be your favorite by the end of 2026 once you read every short story out there this upcoming year.
Profile Image for Donna Williams.
787 reviews26 followers
January 13, 2026
‼️⚠️Please read the trigger warnings before diving into this smut filled adventure. We don’t want anyone triggered by anything that happens in this book.⚠️‼️

Girl biker x Monster man
Ducati’s & detour’s
Insta-lust
Anonymous hook up
Fast paced
Lakeside spice
Short & smutty

Holy sweet Jesus Batman I am quite literally hooked on monster and IV’s writing. While out for a group ride on her Ducati, Luna’s attention is caught by a new rider. Attraction is instant between them & a detour is suggested. All bets (& leathers) are off at a lakeside location for the hottest of hook ups! Jesus I love IV’s writing so fricken much I am hooked!! Even though this is only a short story, she has the this way of drawing you in & sharing all the feels that the MC’s are experiencing. Monster is an absolute steamy fantasy & any biketok lover’s dream!! Check it out!! Or you will be disappointed.
Profile Image for Steffy Martinez.
6 reviews
January 7, 2026
Another quick spicy read for the win. I was so shocked at how spicy it was, but it was just perfect. The author wasted no time in delivering exactly the kind of spice you want to read about. The power exchange between the MMC and FMC is intoxicating and addictive. Extremely loved the power she exuded and owning it, showing she’s not afraid to do so.

If you’re looking for your next spicy read something quick to get your wheels turning 😏 then I suggest you get your hands on this book once it releases, I highly recommend it.

“Monster” by I.V. Shady
4⭐️
5 🌶️

Tropes
✨MF Biker Erotica
✨Power Exchange
✨Masked Man
✨Dom/Sub
Profile Image for Jen Lee.
112 reviews6 followers
January 10, 2026
I.V. Shady does it again! Her spicy bedtime stories never disappoint. This installment brings forth several BDSM elements of a lovely play of power exchange. Hand necklaces are always a hit in my world and breath plays leaves me in a place I never want to leave. The way the FMC takes exactly what she needs left me shocked and excited. As usual with I.V. Shady reads, this read left me breathless, covered in goosebumps, and wanting an instalove encounter with my own Monster.

If you're looking for a spicy bedtime story to fuel your dreams of Paradise, this one's for you. Stay hydrated!!
Profile Image for Ashley Clements.
32 reviews
January 13, 2026
Spice right off the bat.

Smut is the plot with no shame.

Luna (FMC) is a brat that loves to take control.

MMC is sinful and dominant.

This short novella is the perfect bedtime story for any smut reader. It's a must read, and I need a book trophy for this book on my bookshelf stat.

Tropes include:
🖤 MF Biker Erotica
🏍️ Instalust
🖤 Masked Man
🏍️ Power Exchange
🖤 S0mn0
🏍️ Breath Play
🖤 Hand Necklace

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Profile Image for Nomi.
16 reviews1 follower
January 7, 2026
And she did it again. Another amazing spicy short story and it did not disappoint. Loved the strong, bratty character of the FMC and mysterious, dominant character of the MMC.

Just as Bound and Caught a great quick spicy read. You’ll read it in one sitting as it has you hooked since the first page. Just loved how this story of 30 pages went.

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️✨
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
21 reviews
January 17, 2026
This was a quick hot read, it starts with a group motorcycle ride that becomes a private ride when the fmc acknowledges a helmeted rider’s interest in her. Great spice, a bit bdsm, a bit of breath play, and a little bit of somno.
I would have liked more depth of the characters and potentially a lil bit more use of the bike itself… 😉
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Profile Image for Gloria.
2,047 reviews12 followers
January 9, 2026
She's out riding her Ducati when a mysterious biker joins her group. They can't keep their eyes off of each other. Soon they sneak away for an erotic encounter. Little plot. Lots of action.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Profile Image for love,care and self - ashlea.
473 reviews16 followers
January 10, 2026
I enjoyed this short spicy read but really wish there was more. These characters have intrigued me and I am loving the power play dynamic between these too. Keep doing you miss shady, these short spicy snippets are fun insights to your writing style.

Can’t wait for the next one!
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