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The Deadman's Tribe #6
Long Enough
One missing brother.
Two fugitives on-the-run.
Three estranged brothers leading a criminal empire.
Four years chasing down a criminal organization.
Five orphaned children who need justice.
Six men seeking revenge.
The time has come for it all to end.
It’s been long enough.
Two fugitives on-the-run.
Three estranged brothers leading a criminal empire.
Four years chasing down a criminal organization.
Five orphaned children who need justice.
Six men seeking revenge.
The time has come for it all to end.
It’s been long enough.
334 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 11, 2026
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Nicole Craig
9 books121 followersNicole Craig lives in Southeastern Wisconsin. She is a devout Milwaukee Brewers fan, mother of four furry feline children, and married to The One. After twenty-five years as a high school English teacher, she decided to retire to spin fantastic tales, travel, and live the ultimate fantasy: reading a book a day until the end of time.
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May 11, 2026
This book didn’t walk in — it stormed in like a family reunion hosted by the Mafia and said “buckle up, sweetheart.”
This story is dark‑family‑drama crack, the kind where every chapter feels like someone’s about to throw a punch, confess a secret, or emotionally combust. Nicole Craig built this thing like a countdown to disaster, and honestly? I respect the chaos.
We’ve got:
One missing brother (the emotional equivalent of a loose grenade)
Two fugitives who absolutely do not have the chill required for hiding
Three estranged crime‑lord brothers who need therapy, not guns
Four years of chasing a criminal organisation that refuses to die
Five orphaned kids who deserve better than literally everyone in this book
Six men whose revenge issues could power a small city
It’s messy.
It’s violent.
It’s family drama with a body count.
The tension? Chef’s kiss.
The betrayals? Spicy.
The emotional damage? Premium grade.
Craig nails that “we love each other but also we might kill each other” sibling energy. Every scene feels like a group chat where someone typed “we need to talk” and then disappeared for six hours.
And the emotional beats hit — grief, guilt, loyalty, revenge, all tangled up like a Christmas light string no one bothered to untangle for four years. When things finally explode, it feels earned. Messy, but earned.
You land at 4.5 stars because it’s gripping, layered, and full of that deliciously unhinged family‑crime tension. The only reason it’s not a full five is because there are a LOT of moving parts, and occasionally you want name tags and a flowchart. But honestly? The chaos is half the fun.
A violent, emotional, revenge‑soaked family saga where justice, blood, and loyalty collide — and nobody walks away clean, but wow is it satisfying to watch.
This story is dark‑family‑drama crack, the kind where every chapter feels like someone’s about to throw a punch, confess a secret, or emotionally combust. Nicole Craig built this thing like a countdown to disaster, and honestly? I respect the chaos.
We’ve got:
One missing brother (the emotional equivalent of a loose grenade)
Two fugitives who absolutely do not have the chill required for hiding
Three estranged crime‑lord brothers who need therapy, not guns
Four years of chasing a criminal organisation that refuses to die
Five orphaned kids who deserve better than literally everyone in this book
Six men whose revenge issues could power a small city
It’s messy.
It’s violent.
It’s family drama with a body count.
The tension? Chef’s kiss.
The betrayals? Spicy.
The emotional damage? Premium grade.
Craig nails that “we love each other but also we might kill each other” sibling energy. Every scene feels like a group chat where someone typed “we need to talk” and then disappeared for six hours.
And the emotional beats hit — grief, guilt, loyalty, revenge, all tangled up like a Christmas light string no one bothered to untangle for four years. When things finally explode, it feels earned. Messy, but earned.
You land at 4.5 stars because it’s gripping, layered, and full of that deliciously unhinged family‑crime tension. The only reason it’s not a full five is because there are a LOT of moving parts, and occasionally you want name tags and a flowchart. But honestly? The chaos is half the fun.
A violent, emotional, revenge‑soaked family saga where justice, blood, and loyalty collide — and nobody walks away clean, but wow is it satisfying to watch.
June 13, 2026
5 out of 5 Stars
Long Enough (The Deadman's Tribe #6) by Nicole Craig
This isn’t the first book I’ve read by the author. It’s also not the first book I’ve read in the series and the series attached. Long Enough is the sixth book in The Deadman’s Tribe Series. You’ve heard of Steel in the first five books and now it’s his time to shine. You learn a lot about him and it’s kind of sad to know. It was a fantastic read and I hope to see more of them in future books.
Steel has been hiding a big secret from his teammates. The only ones who know about it are Cherry and Waters. But after coming home from a mission and finding someone he never wanted to see in his hiding spot. His uncle is demanding that he comes back or his mom and friend die. So he goes to his team and lets them know what is going on. He’s married and had a kid, but the kid died. The quote I chose for him is: “Yes. Over the years, my father has assimilated all the smaller cartels in the country under his own, much like a hostile corporate takeover, and he was particularly ruthless about it. He runs the cartel with the help of his two legitimate sons, Guillermo and Ignacio, as well as an assortment of other male family members and, of course, the leaders of the organizations he swallowed up. “When my mother found out she was pregnant with me, she fled illegally to the States and tried to lose herself in the worst part of Chicago. It took less than six months for my father to find her and bring her back home. “From the moment I was born, I was brought up in the ways of the cartel. I was homeschooled, with every lesson being somehow tied to their operations. My My friends were the sons of my family members and other high-ranking cartel members. When I married, it would be to a cartel member’s daughter to solidify ties. Everything was for the business. “Despite having a child with my mother, Hector was already married—married— to one of the daughters of his first takeover bids, so my presence created tension within the immediate family, to say the least. And on top of that, I was not like my half brothers, which left me open to a great deal of abuse. In an effort to make me more like them in temperament, he forced me to work for him, using my mother’s life as leverage. I was running drugs officially by the time I was twelve. Killed my first man at thirteen— execution style— to prove my loyalty to the cartel. My only saving grace is that the men I killed over those years were men who deserved it.”
Daleyza has been taking care of her mother in law for as long as she can remember. Running a daycare and trying to take care of someone who has dementia is running her ragad. When Cherry shows up faking to be a Marshal offering to move her mother in law to a good facility she wonders what her son would do. She agrees, but now she’s being watched. She packs a bag then a knock on the door shocks her. When she opens it she finds her dead husband standing there. The quote I chose for her is: “And you look very alive for a dead man. Seriously? All these years, and you decide to show up now?”
Long Enough (The Deadman's Tribe #6) by Nicole Craig
This isn’t the first book I’ve read by the author. It’s also not the first book I’ve read in the series and the series attached. Long Enough is the sixth book in The Deadman’s Tribe Series. You’ve heard of Steel in the first five books and now it’s his time to shine. You learn a lot about him and it’s kind of sad to know. It was a fantastic read and I hope to see more of them in future books.
Steel has been hiding a big secret from his teammates. The only ones who know about it are Cherry and Waters. But after coming home from a mission and finding someone he never wanted to see in his hiding spot. His uncle is demanding that he comes back or his mom and friend die. So he goes to his team and lets them know what is going on. He’s married and had a kid, but the kid died. The quote I chose for him is: “Yes. Over the years, my father has assimilated all the smaller cartels in the country under his own, much like a hostile corporate takeover, and he was particularly ruthless about it. He runs the cartel with the help of his two legitimate sons, Guillermo and Ignacio, as well as an assortment of other male family members and, of course, the leaders of the organizations he swallowed up. “When my mother found out she was pregnant with me, she fled illegally to the States and tried to lose herself in the worst part of Chicago. It took less than six months for my father to find her and bring her back home. “From the moment I was born, I was brought up in the ways of the cartel. I was homeschooled, with every lesson being somehow tied to their operations. My My friends were the sons of my family members and other high-ranking cartel members. When I married, it would be to a cartel member’s daughter to solidify ties. Everything was for the business. “Despite having a child with my mother, Hector was already married—married— to one of the daughters of his first takeover bids, so my presence created tension within the immediate family, to say the least. And on top of that, I was not like my half brothers, which left me open to a great deal of abuse. In an effort to make me more like them in temperament, he forced me to work for him, using my mother’s life as leverage. I was running drugs officially by the time I was twelve. Killed my first man at thirteen— execution style— to prove my loyalty to the cartel. My only saving grace is that the men I killed over those years were men who deserved it.”
Daleyza has been taking care of her mother in law for as long as she can remember. Running a daycare and trying to take care of someone who has dementia is running her ragad. When Cherry shows up faking to be a Marshal offering to move her mother in law to a good facility she wonders what her son would do. She agrees, but now she’s being watched. She packs a bag then a knock on the door shocks her. When she opens it she finds her dead husband standing there. The quote I chose for her is: “And you look very alive for a dead man. Seriously? All these years, and you decide to show up now?”
May 27, 2026
All along through this series, I figured Steel was the one who was going to steal my heart the most- no pun intended. And I was right! He has always been the silent and stoic one that quietly urged the others to take their chances at happiness, so I was betting underneath that calm exterior was a storm of emotion, and I am ecstatic to see I was right. What a traumatic and heartbreaking past lay behind him, but what a second chance offered up with Daleyza. Daleyza was the epitome of perfect for him. I still laugh thinking of their bickering and fighting in Spanish that had a certain team member begging for subtitles, but the love and passion and loyalty was out of the park between them as well. So much emotion between them, and I loved how the rest of Tribe didn't hesitate to fight beside her as well. Found family to the core, willing to sacrfice so much, which was heartbreaking in it's own right. And some shocking revelations were unearthed during all the danger and suspense - the way all the things connected was crazy. But Tribe gets their HEAs and that was a chef's kiss ending to the series.
May 21, 2026
Wow ! There’s so much going on ! From the cover to what’s between the pages had me on tenterhooks 🫣😮
You’ve got to read the previous books though 🥰📚
We’ve got people on the run , a missing person , a criminal organisation being hunted down , orphaned children needing justice and 6 delectable men seeking revenge #whatalotigot#
Steel might be the quiet one of the family but don’t underestimate him . Steel and his wife Daleyza went on the run from their families but now they’ve got to fine together to save the one that saved them and gave them their chance …. Both these people have suffered tremendously and they deserve to find their way back to each other and at a stage you think the hurt runs to deep but love yet again conquers all but what a journey to get there , my nerves and heart is shredded !
All good things come to an end and more often that not something new comes from what has passed, my fingers are crossed that this is the case 😉
You’ve got to read the previous books though 🥰📚
We’ve got people on the run , a missing person , a criminal organisation being hunted down , orphaned children needing justice and 6 delectable men seeking revenge #whatalotigot#
Steel might be the quiet one of the family but don’t underestimate him . Steel and his wife Daleyza went on the run from their families but now they’ve got to fine together to save the one that saved them and gave them their chance …. Both these people have suffered tremendously and they deserve to find their way back to each other and at a stage you think the hurt runs to deep but love yet again conquers all but what a journey to get there , my nerves and heart is shredded !
All good things come to an end and more often that not something new comes from what has passed, my fingers are crossed that this is the case 😉
May 18, 2026
Long Enough (The Deadman's Tribe) by Nicole Craig.
5 of 5 Stars.
This is another fast paced and action packed Deadman’s Tribe romantic suspense story. I would recommend reading the previous books as the characters and storyline do crossover. This is a second chance at love for Steel and his estranged wife Daleyza. The storyline includes two fugitives on the run, a missing brother, three estranged brothers who are the head of a criminal empire, six men seeking revenge, and five orphaned children needing justice. I was gripped throughout by this real page turner. The blurb says, “The time has come for it all to end”, but I am sad that this exciting series has come to an end. The mix of danger, drama, and suspense, along with plenty of chemistry between Steel and Daleyza, kept me happily reading way past my bedtime!
5 of 5 Stars.
This is another fast paced and action packed Deadman’s Tribe romantic suspense story. I would recommend reading the previous books as the characters and storyline do crossover. This is a second chance at love for Steel and his estranged wife Daleyza. The storyline includes two fugitives on the run, a missing brother, three estranged brothers who are the head of a criminal empire, six men seeking revenge, and five orphaned children needing justice. I was gripped throughout by this real page turner. The blurb says, “The time has come for it all to end”, but I am sad that this exciting series has come to an end. The mix of danger, drama, and suspense, along with plenty of chemistry between Steel and Daleyza, kept me happily reading way past my bedtime!
May 30, 2026
"Long Enough" is the 6th and final book in The Deadman's Tribe series, and that makes me sad, as I have enjoyed every single book in the series. This one was another great installment, focusing on Steel this time.
Steel, ex-SEAL and illegitimate son of a cartel boss, who managed to get away from the cartel with his wife, Daleyza. Their marriage was arranged to enforce ties between cartel families, with neither having a choice in the matter, but they soon found a passion for each other before tragedy disrupted their lives. Now, circumstances have provided them with a second chance, but they must be brave enough to admit their true feelings while also confronting the cartel and the shadowy criminal organisation known as The Saleri.
There is action aplenty, in and out of the bedroom, as the Tribe races to save several of their members from harm, but also a lot of emotion.
Steel, ex-SEAL and illegitimate son of a cartel boss, who managed to get away from the cartel with his wife, Daleyza. Their marriage was arranged to enforce ties between cartel families, with neither having a choice in the matter, but they soon found a passion for each other before tragedy disrupted their lives. Now, circumstances have provided them with a second chance, but they must be brave enough to admit their true feelings while also confronting the cartel and the shadowy criminal organisation known as The Saleri.
There is action aplenty, in and out of the bedroom, as the Tribe races to save several of their members from harm, but also a lot of emotion.
May 20, 2026
Steel has kept a secret close to his chest, his marriage to Daleyza. For Daleyza she thinks he died, her sorrow has held strong. When she finds out he is alive, she finds he has been working with a group to take down the Soleri. Can he bring Daleyza into his fold and perhaps find a second chance together.
The story begins with a bang, pedal to the metal fast paced suspense. I enjoyed this, so many facets to the book. You begin to think the story is going one way only to have a twist thrown in. Action packed.
The story begins with a bang, pedal to the metal fast paced suspense. I enjoyed this, so many facets to the book. You begin to think the story is going one way only to have a twist thrown in. Action packed.
June 15, 2026
This book took me a little but to get into because of personal things happening at home, but I am so glad that I gave it a chance. Once I got into it I didn't want to put it down. This is the 6th and i believe the final book to the series. Maybe? Who knows what spin off could happen next! This book, like the others grip you and you just have to hang on for the suspense, action, danger, adventure, and plot twists. You can read these separately because each one deals with a different couple, BUT I would recommend just reading them all. So much happens in each one and there are details that interconnect with them. I say get the whole series!! You will not be disappointed! Just a great read. I can't wait to read more from this author!!
May 11, 2026
Steel is one of The Tribe.
Daleyza is steel’s wife .
Steel and Daleyza have a past of being forced into an arranged marriage to unite two criminal organizations.
Steel is a stoic and hardened man do to his past upbringing. And Daleyza has suffered thru deep loss.
They finally are reunited and you see the emotional toll it has taken on both Steel and Daleyza.
Can they overcome the obstacles of their past with the help of the tribe and have a Happily Ever After?
The book has edge of your seat suspense, danger, with twists and turns that you do not expect.
Excellent Job. Nicole Craig !!!!
Daleyza is steel’s wife .
Steel and Daleyza have a past of being forced into an arranged marriage to unite two criminal organizations.
Steel is a stoic and hardened man do to his past upbringing. And Daleyza has suffered thru deep loss.
They finally are reunited and you see the emotional toll it has taken on both Steel and Daleyza.
Can they overcome the obstacles of their past with the help of the tribe and have a Happily Ever After?
The book has edge of your seat suspense, danger, with twists and turns that you do not expect.
Excellent Job. Nicole Craig !!!!
May 11, 2026
The final piece of this series did not disappoint. Steel and Daleyza book is a high-energy rollercoaster ride of thrills, chills, romance and emotion. Whether your pulse is racing, your heart is breaking or you find yourself short of breath, this story definitely has you firmly in its tight grasp and deeply up into your Feels.
May 14, 2026
Steel has been holding on to a secret that not even Tribe knew about. And that secret is about to come out. The Soleri, an ancient cult, is behind the trafficking Tribe has been tracking. Working with the Soleri is Steel’s own family, as well as his wife’s family. Together, they travel back to her childhood home to put an end to it all. This was another exciting Deadman’s Tribe book, but it is the last in this series, or so I think. Great book and series, but I’m sad to finish it.
May 23, 2026
What a perfect ending to an amazing series. I’m in awe of how Nicole writes the characters in these books, and Steele and Leeza are no exception. It’s beautiful to read stories in which people with such tragic pasts have such hopeful futures - and it takes a special author to bring that together in a way where it doesn’t feel cheesy or forced. Nicole is that special author. I can’t wait to continue reading books in this universe- bravo, Nicole. Congrats on finishing the Tribe’s tales.
June 15, 2026
This is the 6th and final book in the Deadman’s Tribe series. However I will say you can read this as a standalone, but I feel like I would have enjoyed Steel and Daleyza’s story a lot more! Although there is action, romance, adventure, and more in this series and it will definitely keep you on your toes and wanting more!
How do you handle thinking the man you were forced to marry but actually feel in love with has been dead for years only to find out you’ve been lied to? The. Chemistry is still there but will they be able to pick back up specially with the dangers they are all currently facing?
How do you handle thinking the man you were forced to marry but actually feel in love with has been dead for years only to find out you’ve been lied to? The. Chemistry is still there but will they be able to pick back up specially with the dangers they are all currently facing?
May 14, 2026
Awesome!
I know this isn’t the end, just a different continuation of a new series! I hope anyway! I totally love both groups and all that we read about them! You will never be disappointed by Nicole Craig!
I know this isn’t the end, just a different continuation of a new series! I hope anyway! I totally love both groups and all that we read about them! You will never be disappointed by Nicole Craig!
June 6, 2026
I am sad this is the last book in this series. I thought I had read all of them but I somehow missed the first one and will be going back to read it. I love the theme of family and loyalty throughout the series. Daleyza and Steele complimented each other well and I am glad we got his story. This is a series that is definitely worth reading over and over.
June 12, 2026
This book was good. It is the sixth book of the series. There is so much that happens in this book. One brother is missing. And Steel and his wife Daleyza have to come out of hiding to help him. Perfect ending.
June 12, 2026
I love this book! The characters were amazing and the romance was so touching. I will make sure to keep an eye out for her books now!
June 15, 2026
3.5 stars rounded up to 4
So this book is the 6th installment in the Deadman's Tribe series, and while it was very enjoyable, there were moments where it was very obvious that it was the 6th book in an established series. There were a lot of characters I felt needed more fleshing out, so I could truly know and engage with them. I’m guessing this lack of fleshing out is because they are returning characters that fans of this series would know and already be well acquainted with. Though this was at times frustrating, I will say that the book was quite enjoyable. There were high stakes, a lot of action and suspense, mixed in with some spicy sexual tension and romance. I will say that this would not be my usual read, as I often struggle with any sort of Bro-happy, taking on the world for a woman, kind of romances, but this was really well written. Even though, as I stated before, sometimes I struggled engaging with some of the characters, those that did feel fleshed out were really interesting and had a lot of depth, which, I feel, can sometimes be missing from romance stories.
I quite liked Steel as a character. I felt that there was more to him than simply being tall, dark, handsome and dangerous. He felt as though he was a flawed character just trying to do the right thing for those around him. Daleyza was cool too and kick-ass. I actually quite liked their dynamic as a couple. I don’t think I’ve ever read a romance about an estranged couple before, usually liking the fluffiness of a new romance or a slow-burn. But this was interesting because there was so much history between them, but they were both still learning about each other.
This was a pretty good, suspenseful romance that I would highly recommend to anyone who is looking for a spicy romance, with plenty of action and a group of people that feels like a close-knit, if a little dysfunctional family. I do definitely think that more might be gotten from this book by reading the previous books in the series, and I fully intend to do that now, but even as a standalone, it is still pretty enjoyable.
So this book is the 6th installment in the Deadman's Tribe series, and while it was very enjoyable, there were moments where it was very obvious that it was the 6th book in an established series. There were a lot of characters I felt needed more fleshing out, so I could truly know and engage with them. I’m guessing this lack of fleshing out is because they are returning characters that fans of this series would know and already be well acquainted with. Though this was at times frustrating, I will say that the book was quite enjoyable. There were high stakes, a lot of action and suspense, mixed in with some spicy sexual tension and romance. I will say that this would not be my usual read, as I often struggle with any sort of Bro-happy, taking on the world for a woman, kind of romances, but this was really well written. Even though, as I stated before, sometimes I struggled engaging with some of the characters, those that did feel fleshed out were really interesting and had a lot of depth, which, I feel, can sometimes be missing from romance stories.
I quite liked Steel as a character. I felt that there was more to him than simply being tall, dark, handsome and dangerous. He felt as though he was a flawed character just trying to do the right thing for those around him. Daleyza was cool too and kick-ass. I actually quite liked their dynamic as a couple. I don’t think I’ve ever read a romance about an estranged couple before, usually liking the fluffiness of a new romance or a slow-burn. But this was interesting because there was so much history between them, but they were both still learning about each other.
This was a pretty good, suspenseful romance that I would highly recommend to anyone who is looking for a spicy romance, with plenty of action and a group of people that feels like a close-knit, if a little dysfunctional family. I do definitely think that more might be gotten from this book by reading the previous books in the series, and I fully intend to do that now, but even as a standalone, it is still pretty enjoyable.
May 11, 2026
4.5 Stars
Long Enough is the sixth book in The Deadman’s Tribe series by Nicole Craig. This was a bit of a bitter-sweet read for me as I really wanted Steel and Daleyza’s story, but knowing that this was also the final book in the series made me want to savour it, linger in the story, and make it last longer …. But I should have known better, as Ms. Craig did what she always does with each new instalment, by upping the ante and plunging me into a story that snared me and was more like stepping into a high-octane action movie… only with more heart, more heat, and maybe a few more bullets flying past your head. So, there was no slowing down this read – I just hung on for the ride, as Ms. Craig saved the best for last.
As with the other instalments in this series, this is a tense romantic suspense with action, emotion, dramatic developments, danger, mystery, violence, adventure, intrigue, a twisty plot, chemistry, sizzle, tension, and complex characters.
I highly recommend reading the previous books before diving into this one, because even though each book focuses on a different couple, there is interconnected details, a recurring cast, and an overarching storyline that builds with each new instalment – which I think you should know in order to get the full impact of this engrossing series.
Over the course of the series, everything now comes to a head – with a quest for justice, a large serve of revenge on the menu, danger, and a side of chaos – added to the passionate, romantic, second-chance love story that played out amongst it all – made for an unputdownable read!
I don’t know what Ms. Craig has planned for us next, but whatever it is it is bound to be good, and I am down for it all.
Happy Reading…
Long Enough is the sixth book in The Deadman’s Tribe series by Nicole Craig. This was a bit of a bitter-sweet read for me as I really wanted Steel and Daleyza’s story, but knowing that this was also the final book in the series made me want to savour it, linger in the story, and make it last longer …. But I should have known better, as Ms. Craig did what she always does with each new instalment, by upping the ante and plunging me into a story that snared me and was more like stepping into a high-octane action movie… only with more heart, more heat, and maybe a few more bullets flying past your head. So, there was no slowing down this read – I just hung on for the ride, as Ms. Craig saved the best for last.
As with the other instalments in this series, this is a tense romantic suspense with action, emotion, dramatic developments, danger, mystery, violence, adventure, intrigue, a twisty plot, chemistry, sizzle, tension, and complex characters.
I highly recommend reading the previous books before diving into this one, because even though each book focuses on a different couple, there is interconnected details, a recurring cast, and an overarching storyline that builds with each new instalment – which I think you should know in order to get the full impact of this engrossing series.
Over the course of the series, everything now comes to a head – with a quest for justice, a large serve of revenge on the menu, danger, and a side of chaos – added to the passionate, romantic, second-chance love story that played out amongst it all – made for an unputdownable read!
I don’t know what Ms. Craig has planned for us next, but whatever it is it is bound to be good, and I am down for it all.
Happy Reading…
June 11, 2026
This is the 6th book in The Deadman’s Tribe series. These book have had me captivated from the very first book and I do highly recommend reading these books in order.
In this story we are back focusing on Steel and Daleyza’s story but there is so much more to it that a romance.
When Steels past comes back to haunt him it’s not only his life in danger. Everyone around him could suffer including his Deadman’s tribe brother. Steel is put in the middle with a choice. Return to his mafia family or risk the lives of his brother and his wife.
The issue is that Steel has been keeping his marriage a secret from the tribe and not only that but Daleyza believes he is dead so how will she react when he reappears into her life.
Steel knows he needs the tribes help if he is to succeed in rescuing their tribe member and protect everyone involved but with some many secrets about Steel being revealed will the tribe lose the trust they once shared?
Add to this the relationship between Steel and Daleyza. For years she has grieved for the husband she thought was dead and when he returns the anger she feels is understandable and jumps off the page. Do they stand any chance of rekindling their relationship?
This is a very faced paced, action packed story filled with danger and emotions that keeps a reader gripped from beginning to end. I was totally invested in this couple and their story.
In this story we are back focusing on Steel and Daleyza’s story but there is so much more to it that a romance.
When Steels past comes back to haunt him it’s not only his life in danger. Everyone around him could suffer including his Deadman’s tribe brother. Steel is put in the middle with a choice. Return to his mafia family or risk the lives of his brother and his wife.
The issue is that Steel has been keeping his marriage a secret from the tribe and not only that but Daleyza believes he is dead so how will she react when he reappears into her life.
Steel knows he needs the tribes help if he is to succeed in rescuing their tribe member and protect everyone involved but with some many secrets about Steel being revealed will the tribe lose the trust they once shared?
Add to this the relationship between Steel and Daleyza. For years she has grieved for the husband she thought was dead and when he returns the anger she feels is understandable and jumps off the page. Do they stand any chance of rekindling their relationship?
This is a very faced paced, action packed story filled with danger and emotions that keeps a reader gripped from beginning to end. I was totally invested in this couple and their story.
June 5, 2026
Steel’s past was both devastating and heart breaking, making his journey compelling but with his wife Daleyza, Steel was given a second chance. Their constant bickering and fiery exchanges in Spanish was engaging and draws you in to there dynamic. Beneath all that banter, though, was an undeniable bond filled with love, passion, and unwavering loyalty.
The emotional depth of their relationship adds an added element to the story and fully engages you into the world. The rest of Tribe immediately rallied beside Daleyza when it comes to the action and show the strength and loyalty they have through all the books in this series.
I think the family dynamic was at the heart of the story, with everyone willing to sacrifice so much for one another—a devotion that was both inspiring and heart-breaking.
I have read all of this series and the underlying theme is loyalty and creation of love through chosen family, which also feel a part of when delving into this world. The story is face paced, with the thrills and twists which have you turning pages and nothing short of taking you on a thrilling ride.
I'm am sad that we will not be in this world again but it has been great to be on the journey.
The emotional depth of their relationship adds an added element to the story and fully engages you into the world. The rest of Tribe immediately rallied beside Daleyza when it comes to the action and show the strength and loyalty they have through all the books in this series.
I think the family dynamic was at the heart of the story, with everyone willing to sacrifice so much for one another—a devotion that was both inspiring and heart-breaking.
I have read all of this series and the underlying theme is loyalty and creation of love through chosen family, which also feel a part of when delving into this world. The story is face paced, with the thrills and twists which have you turning pages and nothing short of taking you on a thrilling ride.
I'm am sad that we will not be in this world again but it has been great to be on the journey.
June 12, 2026
Long Enough delivers everything in this series' end. With action, suspense, emotional depth, found family, and a romance that pulls at your heartstrings. This final installment focuses on Steel, the quiet and mysterious member of the Tribe, and his story was absolutely worth the wait. Steel and Daleyza's second-chance romance is filled with heartbreak, sacrifice, and undeniable chemistry. Watching them confront their painful past while facing dangerous enemies kept me completely invested. The emotional moments hit hard, and I loved seeing Steel finally let his walls come down. The suspense never lets up, with missing people, criminal organizations, revenge, and shocking revelations all woven together into a fast-paced story. At the same time, the strong bond between the Tribe members reminded me why I fell in love with this series in the first place. While this book can technically be read on its own, I highly recommend reading the series in order to fully appreciate the characters, relationships, and overarching storyline. A thrilling, emotional, and satisfying conclusion that left me smiling, swooning, and a little sad to turn the final page.
June 16, 2026
I have to start out by saying this story was bittersweet to read, as I've been anxiously awaiting this final book to come out. This is the 6th and final chapter of Nicole Craig's The Deadman's Tribe book series. I have loved reading every single book in this series; it has everything I could ask for from thrilling adventures, action, suspense, romance, and so many awesome characters that continue to grow and develop throughout each of the stories in this series. I was invested in this book from page one, and it did not fail to hold my attention right up to the last page, where I got all of my questions finally answered. I didn't want the story to end, but at the same time, I was so happy to have the resolution that we got in finding out what had been going on to cause the characters to all be connected to one another in the end. I cannot wait to see what comes next from Nicold Craig, because she is one of the best action/suspense/steamy romance authors I've ever read. She is a true master of her skill when it comes to weaving a tale that draws you in and doesn't let go. Until next time, my friends, happy reading.
@Brandy Rymer
06/2026
@Brandy Rymer
06/2026
May 12, 2026
This story is part of a series that I have enjoyed reading from the first story I picked up. I highly suggest reading all the previous stories in this series to help your enjoyment of this author’s writing skills. This is an author that I never hesitate to pick up as I know what I am in for. I enjoy this author’s creative characters that are written with a lot of heart and soul. I also enjoy their use of details that make this story pop off the pages. This is a story about a missing brother, fugitives on the run and revenge. This is a romance story that has some suspense added to it. The characters are well developed and made me want to know more about what would happen to them. I enjoyed not only watching the growth of the story but also the characters which made the story entertaining to read. This is a fast paced, engaging, and hard to put down story that kept me turning pages to the end. I look forward to seeing what is next for this author. I highly recommend this story.
May 16, 2026
Long Enough by Nicole Craig is the 6th book in the Dead Man’s Tribe series, and it does not disappoint. This installment focuses on Steel, the quiet, focused member of the tribe, but Steel has secrets. When Steel calls on the tribe to help him, he reveals that he is married. The tribe is shocked, and so is his wife, who believed he was dead. Steel and his wife, Daleyza, have to face their estranged criminal families to rescue one of the tribe, who sacrificed himself so they could escape. This book is about second chances and forgiveness. With that said, this installment is just as action-packed and exciting as the rest of the series. While it can be read as a standalone, reading the other books in the series. There are overarching stories and histories for each of the other members of the tribe, and all the stories are intertwined. I highly recommend this series. It has something for everyone.
June 4, 2026
So my heart is sad as we have come full circle with this Tribe. It is hard to say goodbye. I enjoyed this one as much as the first in the series. The depth of all of these characters is what makes them so lovable. Steel’s story is full of heartbreak and redemption. I ached for him as the same time I was elated finding out about his secret past. His lady is the perfect compliment to him. All of these characters (meaning all of Tribe and Mythos) play into the whole story with him and his lady. The action is intense as they fight the Saleri close to home. This has a satisfying conclusion and it is a well thought out finale. I am happy all these guys found what they didn't know they were looking for while also a little sad it's over.
I read the acknowledgements and I loved the nod in “The One”. Good to know a fellow crawler :)
I read the acknowledgements and I loved the nod in “The One”. Good to know a fellow crawler :)
June 5, 2026
Part of me didn’t want to read this book, because I didn’t want the series to be over. The other part of me knew, it’d be an amazing read and I would regret passing it over. Both things are true. Just like the others in this series, you can read it as a standalone and be just fine. However, I would recommend the entire series, because they are each amazing.
Finally getting to know more about Steel was great. Seeing how the team continues to interact and care about one another, as their relationships have changed and more people have been brought in just goes to show that family is often chosen and not only by blood. Daleyza is wonderful and I felt like she brought out parts of Steel that I had been waiting to see.
I really enjoy Nicole Craig’s books and plan to read more because each of them has been absolutely wonderful.
Finally getting to know more about Steel was great. Seeing how the team continues to interact and care about one another, as their relationships have changed and more people have been brought in just goes to show that family is often chosen and not only by blood. Daleyza is wonderful and I felt like she brought out parts of Steel that I had been waiting to see.
I really enjoy Nicole Craig’s books and plan to read more because each of them has been absolutely wonderful.
June 8, 2026
Long Enough (The Deadman's Tribe) by Nicole Craig. This is by one of my favorite authors so I knew I would love this series. The 6th addition to this series can be read as a standalone but I always recommend reading them in order to get a better feel for the characters and storyline. This is Steele's story. Steele is an ex Seal and the illegitimate son of a cartel boss. He was able to get away from the Cartel with his wife Daleyza. It was an arranged marriage thru the cartel but they didn't want to get married at the beginning. After a tragedy they finally realized their feelings for each other. They are granted a second chance but will they be too hard headed to take that second chance? The dynamic between Daleyza and Steele was hilarious especially when they started fighting in Spanish. Their love was just as dynamic! This is such a good book!
June 11, 2026
Long Enough: Book 6 in the Dead Man’s Tribe series
By Nicole Craig
Once again, I’ve picked up a book that’s part of a series—and this time I started right at the end. It’s clear I’ve missed a lot of important background, so when I have the chance, I’d like to go back to the beginning and read the series in order. I don’t think these books work especially well as standalones. As always, I enjoy Nicole Craig’s writing because she has a way of drawing readers into her characters’ world. Her style makes it easy to connect with the characters, and that connection pulled me into the story. I also really liked the pacing of Long Enough. Some parts moved faster than others, but that variation added to the book’s appeal. If you haven’t read Nicole Craig before, I’d definitely recommend her work, and this series is a great place to start, as long as you begin with book one.
By Nicole Craig
Once again, I’ve picked up a book that’s part of a series—and this time I started right at the end. It’s clear I’ve missed a lot of important background, so when I have the chance, I’d like to go back to the beginning and read the series in order. I don’t think these books work especially well as standalones. As always, I enjoy Nicole Craig’s writing because she has a way of drawing readers into her characters’ world. Her style makes it easy to connect with the characters, and that connection pulled me into the story. I also really liked the pacing of Long Enough. Some parts moved faster than others, but that variation added to the book’s appeal. If you haven’t read Nicole Craig before, I’d definitely recommend her work, and this series is a great place to start, as long as you begin with book one.
Review of advance copy
Yep, another book by this author that had me totally hooked in. Nothing better than a second chance story that takes you apart and then carefully puts you back together. Steel is stoic and emotionally checked from his upbringing. Daleyza has persevered through deep loss. Reunited with the man she thought lost was so full of vulnerability mixed with glimpses of hope. Loved her strength, loyalty, feistiness and warrior queen moments. Steel’s inner growth was full of heart. Alongside their emotional journey, there's a thrilling suspense plot, team camaraderie, passion, humorous banter, and edge of your seat moments that kept me turning the pages well into the night. Saying goodbye to a series is always tough but I cannot wait to see where we go next with this talented writer.
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