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Ghost
He stole her to save her. Now he can’t let her go.
I found her by accident—just a glimpse during a job finished a few months back. One little discovery turned into an obsession.
I told myself to forget her, but that was a lie I never stood a chance of keeping. When I learned her father planned to trade her to another club’s bastard, I couldn’t let it happen.
So I took her.
Now she’s here, hidden away in my world of smoke, leather, and scars. She looks at me like I’m her captor, and maybe I am. But I’m also her only chance. Every day she’s near, I lose another piece of the restraint I swore I’d keep. I can’t let her go—but I can’t let myself have her either. Because if I touch her, there’s no coming back from it.
My whole life has been planned for me—every breath, every choice, every future moment dictated by my father. I never questioned it until Ghost tore me from that life and dropped me into his. He’s chaos made flesh—scarred, and dangerous—but somehow, he feels more honest than anyone I’ve ever known.
He says he took me to protect me. Maybe that’s true. But the way he looks at me burns hotter than any lie. The longer I stay, the more I see the man beneath the rough edges—the protector, not the villain. Somewhere between fear and fascination, I start to fall.
Ghost may have stolen my freedom... but he’s the first person who’s ever made me feel free.
Each story in the Steelwood MC series is part of a shared storyline that is best enjoyed read in order. Each couple ends with a HFN ending that will result in their HEA by the end of the series!
I found her by accident—just a glimpse during a job finished a few months back. One little discovery turned into an obsession.
I told myself to forget her, but that was a lie I never stood a chance of keeping. When I learned her father planned to trade her to another club’s bastard, I couldn’t let it happen.
So I took her.
Now she’s here, hidden away in my world of smoke, leather, and scars. She looks at me like I’m her captor, and maybe I am. But I’m also her only chance. Every day she’s near, I lose another piece of the restraint I swore I’d keep. I can’t let her go—but I can’t let myself have her either. Because if I touch her, there’s no coming back from it.
My whole life has been planned for me—every breath, every choice, every future moment dictated by my father. I never questioned it until Ghost tore me from that life and dropped me into his. He’s chaos made flesh—scarred, and dangerous—but somehow, he feels more honest than anyone I’ve ever known.
He says he took me to protect me. Maybe that’s true. But the way he looks at me burns hotter than any lie. The longer I stay, the more I see the man beneath the rough edges—the protector, not the villain. Somewhere between fear and fascination, I start to fall.
Ghost may have stolen my freedom... but he’s the first person who’s ever made me feel free.
Each story in the Steelwood MC series is part of a shared storyline that is best enjoyed read in order. Each couple ends with a HFN ending that will result in their HEA by the end of the series!
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Published October 30, 2025
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December 13, 2025
Eliza and Ghost
GHOST is Book 1 of the Steelwood MC series. It's a short and steamy, instalove, OTT, age-gap, he falls first, forced-proximity, virgin gets her biker romance. Eliza is a young woman who has essentially been held captive by her father. When he tells her she is marrying someone, she is terrified. Ghost is a hunky biker who is the tech expert for the Steelwood MC. He found out about Eliza when he was monitoring her corrupt father. When he heard about the forced marriage, he knows he needs to get her out. I loved this couple. Ghost was so protective of Eliza. They had insane chemistry and we get a happy ending for them. I hope some other storylines will be explained as we work through the series. I loved it.
GHOST is Book 1 of the Steelwood MC series. It's a short and steamy, instalove, OTT, age-gap, he falls first, forced-proximity, virgin gets her biker romance. Eliza is a young woman who has essentially been held captive by her father. When he tells her she is marrying someone, she is terrified. Ghost is a hunky biker who is the tech expert for the Steelwood MC. He found out about Eliza when he was monitoring her corrupt father. When he heard about the forced marriage, he knows he needs to get her out. I loved this couple. Ghost was so protective of Eliza. They had insane chemistry and we get a happy ending for them. I hope some other storylines will be explained as we work through the series. I loved it.
October 30, 2025
Steelwood MC
This is the first book in this series and we have Ghost and Eliza’s story which made this a good start to a series I will be following. This was an insta love MC romance that had me rooting for the couple to find their HEA throughout. Ghost had swooped in to be Eliza’s savior after her father was using her as a payoff. Now he just had to get Eliza to trust him.
This book was on the darker side but it was also a book of salvation for both Ghost and Eliza.
This is the first book in this series and we have Ghost and Eliza’s story which made this a good start to a series I will be following. This was an insta love MC romance that had me rooting for the couple to find their HEA throughout. Ghost had swooped in to be Eliza’s savior after her father was using her as a payoff. Now he just had to get Eliza to trust him.
This book was on the darker side but it was also a book of salvation for both Ghost and Eliza.
October 27, 2025
Ghost isn’t a hero in any traditional sense. He’s rough, scarred, and shaped by a world where mercy gets you killed. But when he sees Eliza—quiet, beautiful, and trapped in a life her father has planned down to her last breath—something in him breaks. He can’t walk away. So he does the unthinkable. He steals her.
What begins as an act of defiance becomes something far deeper. Eliza’s fear is real, and so is her confusion. She’s been controlled her entire life, told who to be and what to feel. But with Ghost, everything shifts. He’s chaos and safety all at once—the danger she should run from but can’t. And as she learns to see the man behind the scars, she realizes that freedom doesn’t always come wrapped in light. Sometimes, it looks like a man who would burn the world to keep you safe.
Julia Stone writes with a kind of raw honesty that makes every glance, every breath between them feel charged. The chemistry is magnetic, but what really got me were the quiet moments—the unspoken care, the broken trust being rebuilt piece by piece. Ghost and Eliza aren’t a fairytale couple; they’re two souls clawing their way toward something that feels like hope.
By the end, I wasn’t sure who had saved who. Maybe that’s the point.
If you love dark, emotional romances with a heartbeat that thrums between danger and devotion, Ghost will haunt you—in the best possible way. It’s not just a story about being stolen. It’s about finding the one person who sees the real you, even in the dark.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
What begins as an act of defiance becomes something far deeper. Eliza’s fear is real, and so is her confusion. She’s been controlled her entire life, told who to be and what to feel. But with Ghost, everything shifts. He’s chaos and safety all at once—the danger she should run from but can’t. And as she learns to see the man behind the scars, she realizes that freedom doesn’t always come wrapped in light. Sometimes, it looks like a man who would burn the world to keep you safe.
Julia Stone writes with a kind of raw honesty that makes every glance, every breath between them feel charged. The chemistry is magnetic, but what really got me were the quiet moments—the unspoken care, the broken trust being rebuilt piece by piece. Ghost and Eliza aren’t a fairytale couple; they’re two souls clawing their way toward something that feels like hope.
By the end, I wasn’t sure who had saved who. Maybe that’s the point.
If you love dark, emotional romances with a heartbeat that thrums between danger and devotion, Ghost will haunt you—in the best possible way. It’s not just a story about being stolen. It’s about finding the one person who sees the real you, even in the dark.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 28, 2025
His Unplanned Forever -
Ghost knew he couldn’t sit by and watch Eliza’s father go through with the plan he had for her, so he asked his club brother’s to help him. Even though Eliza had always wanted to escape from her father, she didn’t think being kidnapped in the middle of the night by strangers was the way she wanted to leave. However, Eliza seemed to feel a sense of calm the moment they arrived at the clubhouse and she met Ghost.
Even though Eliza was anxious about the situation she found herself in, she felt an inexplicable connection with Ghost, especially after he told her the truth about everything, including his life. Fortunately, Ghost did everything possible to help Eliza build her confidence back up, which led to them spending time together and enjoying a steamy sexual encounter. Ghost realised his true feelings for Eliza after their encounter and made sure they would have a chance at a future together.
This is an exciting, fast paced love story, that had me glued to the pages and unable to stop reading once I started. If you are a fan of emotionally charged, character-driven romance stories, then this one is a must-read, that I highly recommend.
I received a free review copy of this book via Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
Ghost knew he couldn’t sit by and watch Eliza’s father go through with the plan he had for her, so he asked his club brother’s to help him. Even though Eliza had always wanted to escape from her father, she didn’t think being kidnapped in the middle of the night by strangers was the way she wanted to leave. However, Eliza seemed to feel a sense of calm the moment they arrived at the clubhouse and she met Ghost.
Even though Eliza was anxious about the situation she found herself in, she felt an inexplicable connection with Ghost, especially after he told her the truth about everything, including his life. Fortunately, Ghost did everything possible to help Eliza build her confidence back up, which led to them spending time together and enjoying a steamy sexual encounter. Ghost realised his true feelings for Eliza after their encounter and made sure they would have a chance at a future together.
This is an exciting, fast paced love story, that had me glued to the pages and unable to stop reading once I started. If you are a fan of emotionally charged, character-driven romance stories, then this one is a must-read, that I highly recommend.
I received a free review copy of this book via Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 31, 2025
Short but addictive so hang on you won’t put it down until the last page has been turned. Eliza has always wanted freedom to chose but she has only felt trapped her father has planned every detail without her input or choice now she is to be traded to another club so that it would benefit her father doesn’t matter the that club hurts her or how they treat her s long as he benefits from the deal and while another MC is there to finish up a job he overhears the plans. Ghost sexy as all get out Steelwood MC isn’t a man you want on your radar he doesn’t follow the rules completely often lives with the morally gray area on most days and when he overhears a plan made he decides to grant the beautiful women her freedom by kidnapping her maybe not the brightest of ideas but it gets the job done. Eliz was afraid at first until she met Ghost and yes she should be afraid but he makes her feel safe the magnetic pull between them can’t be ignored no matter how they tried to fight it the stronger it grows but will her father come for her, will the other club come for her, will he protect her, will she gain her freedom to make decision over her own life, and can they find happiness somewhere along the way
January 1, 2026
This series had me in a full chokehold. Four books. Two days. No regrets.
The Steelwood MC series completely captivated me from the very first page to the final, perfectly wrapped ending. Each book focuses on a different couple, and somehow Julia Stone manages to pack raw emotion, genuine character growth, trauma survival, and scorching chemistry into stories that may be short, but never once feel rushed or incomplete.
The emotional depth genuinely surprised me. These characters have been through hell, and watching them confront their pasts, heal, and find love within the Steelwood MC world was incredibly satisfying. The character development was strong across the board, and each romance felt distinct, intentional, and earned.
And let’s talk about the heat. Because wow. The chemistry is absolute fire, intense, addictive, and written in a way that perfectly complements the emotional stakes rather than overpowering them. I devoured every page.
Even though these are shorter stories, they are written so well and wrapped up so cleanly it’s honestly a chef’s kiss situation. No loose ends, no rushed conclusions, just solid storytelling that leaves you craving more.
Safe to say I’m adding the rest of Julia Stone’s books straight to my TBR without hesitation. If you love MC romance with heart, heat, and healing, the Steelwood MC series is an easy five stars and a must-read. 🔥🏍️📚
The Steelwood MC series completely captivated me from the very first page to the final, perfectly wrapped ending. Each book focuses on a different couple, and somehow Julia Stone manages to pack raw emotion, genuine character growth, trauma survival, and scorching chemistry into stories that may be short, but never once feel rushed or incomplete.
The emotional depth genuinely surprised me. These characters have been through hell, and watching them confront their pasts, heal, and find love within the Steelwood MC world was incredibly satisfying. The character development was strong across the board, and each romance felt distinct, intentional, and earned.
And let’s talk about the heat. Because wow. The chemistry is absolute fire, intense, addictive, and written in a way that perfectly complements the emotional stakes rather than overpowering them. I devoured every page.
Even though these are shorter stories, they are written so well and wrapped up so cleanly it’s honestly a chef’s kiss situation. No loose ends, no rushed conclusions, just solid storytelling that leaves you craving more.
Safe to say I’m adding the rest of Julia Stone’s books straight to my TBR without hesitation. If you love MC romance with heart, heat, and healing, the Steelwood MC series is an easy five stars and a must-read. 🔥🏍️📚
October 31, 2025
I expected a bit more from this book–not exactly a bad thing. I just felt like there were parts missing that would be perfect for the story. Like more to do with Eliza’s father or the deal he made with Blaze. I expected more violence than there was, and again not a bad thing just I have come to expect a lot more violence in MC books. I know not all books have the same aspect,I’m not dumb it’s just what I have come to expect from these types of stories.
That being said, I loved this book. A kidnapping/rescue of an unsuspecting character by a man she has never met, but is trying to protect her from her own father? If I was in the same situation as Eliza, I would definitely hope there was someone like Ghost that is not only willing to protect me but also fight for me without 100% thinking through the consequences of his actions.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
That being said, I loved this book. A kidnapping/rescue of an unsuspecting character by a man she has never met, but is trying to protect her from her own father? If I was in the same situation as Eliza, I would definitely hope there was someone like Ghost that is not only willing to protect me but also fight for me without 100% thinking through the consequences of his actions.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 5, 2025
This was a dive into a new MC series. We are met with Ghost. He's the one beyond the keyboard, and the man who seeings everything. He see's Eliza, and knows she's the one.
Ghost found her when investigating her father, who was going after one of his brothers. He kept watching once he found Eliza. He knows she's in danger, and he isn't living her there.
This gave the loyalty and support you expect of an MC romance, but a different perspective. Eliza knows shes been sheltered, and now being sold off by her father for some debt she had no idea about. I love that Ghost wasn't afraid to alpha the situation, and ask for forgiveness from his Prez and MC later. I love it gives Eliza the chance to finally make her own decisions, and start thinking of life outside of the cage she was living in.
Its got heat, action, heart, love, and a nice HEA.
Ghost found her when investigating her father, who was going after one of his brothers. He kept watching once he found Eliza. He knows she's in danger, and he isn't living her there.
This gave the loyalty and support you expect of an MC romance, but a different perspective. Eliza knows shes been sheltered, and now being sold off by her father for some debt she had no idea about. I love that Ghost wasn't afraid to alpha the situation, and ask for forgiveness from his Prez and MC later. I love it gives Eliza the chance to finally make her own decisions, and start thinking of life outside of the cage she was living in.
Its got heat, action, heart, love, and a nice HEA.
February 5, 2026
This would have been better if I had gotten to know what happened with her father. Like seriously. Ghost has Eliza kidnapped to protect her from her no good father who was going to "give her in marriage" to someone who deals in human trafficking. Are you with me so far? Ok, good,let's continue. The two of them fall for each other,like we didn't know that was going to happen. They are sent to hide out in a cabin, just in case the father or whoever comes looking to take her back. The next thing I know, they're flirting with each other, and then bam, they do the deed, and Ghost asks her to marry him. Of course, Eliza says yes. Then it's 3 years later, and they're woken up while at the club,but it's ok because Ghost has a surprise planned for Eliza because it's her birthday. The end. WTH, where is the drama and action of fighting to keep her. I'm sorry this one just pissed me off.
October 31, 2025
Fast paced and full of drama, Ghost and Eliza's story was a bit dark, at least at the start. Much of this story's plot happens in shadow, with the reader getting only glimpses of the picture, much like Eliza herself. It does seem clear that Ghost is the good guy for having spirited her away from an uncertain (though apparently horrific) future. The romantic angle was rapidly developed, but it was at the cost of the overall plot. Many threads were left untested when the story abruptly ended. Up to that point, the character development was good and I was invested in the story. There simply needed to be some continuity from the starting storyline. 3.5⭐️.
I received a gift copy of this book and voluntarily provided this review.
I received a gift copy of this book and voluntarily provided this review.
October 30, 2025
This is a short read with a great plot, amazing characters, passion, and an unconvetional love story.
Ghost kidnaps Eliza as her father was planning to give her away to another MC, he has been watching her from afar. Though she is captured, he finds freedom with her keeper especially as he start to share his pain, story, truths. The close proximity, and their chemistry leads them to a passionate relationship that will challenge the abductee/keeper relation and turn it into love
This is a great story that you will devour!.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Ghost kidnaps Eliza as her father was planning to give her away to another MC, he has been watching her from afar. Though she is captured, he finds freedom with her keeper especially as he start to share his pain, story, truths. The close proximity, and their chemistry leads them to a passionate relationship that will challenge the abductee/keeper relation and turn it into love
This is a great story that you will devour!.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 31, 2025
Ghost has been watching Eliza for months once he found out her existence, he has been keeping tabs on her father. When he hears the plans her father has for her he reaches out to Diesel to abduct her, to save her from her fate. That is only part of the truth, Ghost has become obsessed with her.
Eliza tries to fight when she is taken but when they bring her to Ghost, she knows she should feel scared but there is something about him that makes her think she is safe.
This a good start the the Steelwood MC, looking forward to the next.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Eliza tries to fight when she is taken but when they bring her to Ghost, she knows she should feel scared but there is something about him that makes her think she is safe.
This a good start the the Steelwood MC, looking forward to the next.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 31, 2025
Cat’s Stats
MMC/FMC- Ghost and Eliza
Genre- MC Romance
Length- novella
Heat- open door, virgin heroine
Series? Y
Safety? Y
Triggers- discussion of trafficking, mild violence
Tropes- Captor/Captive, Instalove, Disabled MMC
Mewsings
I found the book enjoyable, but it didn’t feel complete. Except for the kidnapping, all of the real action happened off page. Still, the characters are likable. I found it interesting that she was kept isolated by her father and that he hacked into the cameras to watch her. And I always like stories about the MC’s tech guru.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
MMC/FMC- Ghost and Eliza
Genre- MC Romance
Length- novella
Heat- open door, virgin heroine
Series? Y
Safety? Y
Triggers- discussion of trafficking, mild violence
Tropes- Captor/Captive, Instalove, Disabled MMC
Mewsings
I found the book enjoyable, but it didn’t feel complete. Except for the kidnapping, all of the real action happened off page. Still, the characters are likable. I found it interesting that she was kept isolated by her father and that he hacked into the cameras to watch her. And I always like stories about the MC’s tech guru.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 29, 2025
“Ghost” by Julia Stone
-A dark, emotional ride through pain, redemption, and unexpected love. I received a free copy and am voluntarily sharing my honest thoughts.
Ghost and Eliza’s story burns with tension, danger, and aching vulnerability. He’s the man she should fear but the only one who truly sees her.
Raw, steamy, and unforgettable, a gripping MC romance from start to finish.
-A dark, emotional ride through pain, redemption, and unexpected love. I received a free copy and am voluntarily sharing my honest thoughts.
Ghost and Eliza’s story burns with tension, danger, and aching vulnerability. He’s the man she should fear but the only one who truly sees her.
Raw, steamy, and unforgettable, a gripping MC romance from start to finish.
November 1, 2025
Ghost had been watching Eliza and learned of her impending forced marriage. He kidnapped her and then stole her heart. It’s a wild tale of love unfolding in unexpected ways and places. Love the HEA and the mystery of this MC.
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.
November 6, 2025
What happened to ending?
The storyline begins with a kidnapping. There’s a buildup of what’s going on with the family of the kidnap victim, the drama that’s going on and in the end nothing. Nothing about the kidnapped victims safety, nothing about her parents or her father. Very confusing. I won’t be reading anymore of this series or author.
The storyline begins with a kidnapping. There’s a buildup of what’s going on with the family of the kidnap victim, the drama that’s going on and in the end nothing. Nothing about the kidnapped victims safety, nothing about her parents or her father. Very confusing. I won’t be reading anymore of this series or author.
November 12, 2025
What a great start of a new series. Loved it from the first page - engaging short read to enjoy in one go.
Ghost and Eliza just clicked perfectly. Her kidnapper and rescuer, two in one. Sweet and heartwarming when person who has been broken cares so much about her.
Wonderful characters and perfect MC romance.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Ghost and Eliza just clicked perfectly. Her kidnapper and rescuer, two in one. Sweet and heartwarming when person who has been broken cares so much about her.
Wonderful characters and perfect MC romance.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 30, 2025
Ghost is a man with a plan and the friends to pull it off. Eliza ne er knew the scope of her situation until it crashed around her. A fabulous MC read for the sweet and salty kind of spicy treat.
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.
October 30, 2025
With this only being 81 pages, it packs a punch. Ghost starts off being the only saving but , by the end of the story I think he is the one being saved. It is dark,gritty and spicy.
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.
November 4, 2025
Good start to the series. It looks like these Alpha males are going to be brought to their knees by their encounters with the innocent females. Ones that bring out their protective side, and when they decide that the woman is theirs, nothing will stop them from keeping them safe
December 29, 2025
Kidnapped
Her father said she’s getting married but she doesn’t know the man. Ghost isn’t going to let that happen. Great story, exciting and romantic. The sweet ending will make you smile!
Her father said she’s getting married but she doesn’t know the man. Ghost isn’t going to let that happen. Great story, exciting and romantic. The sweet ending will make you smile!
January 6, 2026
About this book
Love this book and can't wait for the next book in the series and would recommend it to anyone who loves to read about MC life and their families and friends 🧡 and Julia Stone is a great writer ❤️
Love this book and can't wait for the next book in the series and would recommend it to anyone who loves to read about MC life and their families and friends 🧡 and Julia Stone is a great writer ❤️
January 7, 2026
While I went into it not expecting much due to the length and premise, this book still fell really flat. I’ve read better fanfictions than this LOL. I expected it to be Wattpad-esque but it wasn’t even that. Just very underdeveloped with tons of plot holes and no stakes.
November 1, 2025
I enjoyed Ghost and Eliza’s story. It was an intriguing and exciting read. I received an early copy. And voluntarily leaving this review.
November 23, 2025
Aww Ghost! I love her for him. And him for her. What can I say without giving anything away? This is protection and romance all in one. And I love that she sees him and not his scars.
January 1, 2026
LOVE THIS AUTHOR SHE KNOWS HOW TO WRITE AN AMAZING STORY. LOVE THIS MC SERIES.
GHOST WAS AWESOME LOVED IT
📚✨🔥💞✨🔥🔥📚
GHOST WAS AWESOME LOVED IT
📚✨🔥💞✨🔥🔥📚
January 7, 2026
This is the first book in the Steelwood MC Series and is about Ghost & Eliza. I enjoyed getting to know both of them as well as the various other side characters including some of the others who will be getting their own stories as the series continues. The Steelwood Motorcycle Club was originally introduced in Falling for the Biker and it was nice to get to see some of the characters briefly mentioned then as well as getting to see Diesel again. This series has some slightly darker elements than some of the Mountain Man stories but is still an enjoyable instalove romance and I look forward to continuing the series.
Steam Rating: 🔥🔥🔥
Steelwood MC Series
Ghost: Ghost & Eliza
Ripper
Hammer
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🏍️ I received a free advanced reader copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Steam Rating: 🔥🔥🔥
Steelwood MC Series
Ghost: Ghost & Eliza
Ripper
Hammer
Judge
🏍️ I received a free advanced reader copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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