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Dash
I've never been one to follow the rules...or the law, for that matter. But when you find yourself behind bars and being offered the opportunity of a lifetime, you take it. I agreed to race motorcycles for Johnny Knight. A very powerful man who wanted me on his team, even knowing I was a liability. But will he still feel that way once he finds out that I had a one-night stand with his daughter? I didn't mean for it to happen. I didn't even know who she was until she walked into his office wearing my shirt from the night before. Too bad that was all she wanted-one night. It really didn't matter who she was, I wanted more. So when she ran, I followed. I should have let her go. That would have been best for both of us. But I have never done what was right, why start now? I've always been willing to take a risk, no matter what it would cost me. And I knew she was worth it all.
I'm Erik Dashling, you can call me Dash. This is my story of how I willingly risked one dream for another. But everyone knows that now all dreams come true.
I'm Erik Dashling, you can call me Dash. This is my story of how I willingly risked one dream for another. But everyone knows that now all dreams come true.
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First published June 30, 2015
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Shantel Tessier
66 books33.2k followersShantel is a USA Today & Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author. She lives in Oklahoma with her high school sweetheart, who is a wonderful, supportive husband and their two daughters. She loves to spend time cuddled up on the couch with a good book. Although she has a passion to write, her family is most important to her.
Email her at: Shanteltessierassistant@gmail.com
Email her at: Shanteltessierassistant@gmail.com
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July 2, 2015
Warning, this review will be just one big rant because I just finished the book and I am angry.
This story started off well and I was actually really into it. It all went downhill from there, though. So much drama happened throughout the book and it made me so frustrated I wanted to pull out my hair. It seemed like every time some drama was resolved there was immediately new drama in it's place. It got really annoying and I ended up skimming most of the end.
So many things were going on at one time that nothing ever actually happened (that makes sense if you think about it). There were misunderstandings, drama, mystery, drama, fighting, oh and did I mention drama? The overall story was actually pretty good and it had the potential to be a five star read but there was just way too many other things happening for me to enjoy this.
The characters did nothing for me, and I neither hated them nor liked them. They were just there to start drama. Dash wasn't the bad boy I thought I would be reading about, and Tabatha wasn't the tough bad ass I was expecting to meet so they were kind of a disappointment. Together they had some very hot scenes that I thoroughly enjoyed, though.
There were these weird, unnecessary conversations going on in the beginning about condom use, that actually just made Tabatha seem stupid. After sleeping with Dash and realizing they didn't use a condom she freaks out and then just gets randomly calm about it after her bestie reminds her that Tabatha never used condoms with her ex (who we know was cheating on her). Be a smart girl, and go get your nasty vajayjay checked, okay?!? But nope, she just continues to not use protection! I have never been bothered by characters not using protection before, but this just bugged me because there was a full conversation about it and the conclusion was to be stupid. So I didn't understand that at all.
I was actually thinking this book would be a 3.5 star read for me. That is, until I got to the end and flipped the hell out It made me so angry and I am still angry so I had to vent over text to my best friend who couldn't care less and is asleep so she will wake up to very angry messages and probably come take me away to an asylum. I still don't understand why the book ended that way and I don't think I will get over this anytime soon.
Despite my feeling on this I do recommend this book to anyone that likes a lot of angst and smexy scenes.
ARC kindly provided in exchange for my honest review.
May 8, 2017
2.5 ⭐️
Forgot that I read this long time ago
Forgot that I read this long time ago
June 15, 2020
Dash is the latest stand-alone novel by one of my favorite authors, Shantel Tessier. It didn’t start off real strong for me. Geez Louise... There was a lot of unnecessary drama that had me rolling my eyes and shaking my head. But that ending? That was my favorite part of the whole book. It was different, emotional and definitely one that I didn’t expect.
When Dash finds himself in trouble for speeding, it turns out to be a dream come true. He is offered the opportunity of a lifetime, racing motorcycles for Johnny Knight. Mr. Knight is quick to introduce him to his daughter Tabatha, and come to find out, she just so happens to be his one-night stand from the night before. The one he can’t stop thinking about. The one that he wants more with. He should just let that be the end, but he has never been one to do what’s right. He risks one dream for another, but things don’t go exactly as planned.
The moral of the story is to live life to the fullest because you never know what tomorrow holds. Be like Dash. Dream big. Take risks. Be happy. All in all, aside from the unnecessary drama, I absolutely loved this book. But I will warn you, it will tug at your heartstrings so please be sure and have some tissues handy. Five stars for Tabatha and Dash!
When Dash finds himself in trouble for speeding, it turns out to be a dream come true. He is offered the opportunity of a lifetime, racing motorcycles for Johnny Knight. Mr. Knight is quick to introduce him to his daughter Tabatha, and come to find out, she just so happens to be his one-night stand from the night before. The one he can’t stop thinking about. The one that he wants more with. He should just let that be the end, but he has never been one to do what’s right. He risks one dream for another, but things don’t go exactly as planned.
The moral of the story is to live life to the fullest because you never know what tomorrow holds. Be like Dash. Dream big. Take risks. Be happy. All in all, aside from the unnecessary drama, I absolutely loved this book. But I will warn you, it will tug at your heartstrings so please be sure and have some tissues handy. Five stars for Tabatha and Dash!
January 10, 2023
First, I really like Shantel's works. I've read all manner of books, and have had all manner of emotions about them. But I WOULD NEVER have read this MFing book had I known that it was not a HEA. Never in a million years. I don't mind a book that emotionally destroys me, when the big picture is a factor. However, the ending was just devastating and took a good book and ruined it for me. Not a fan of that at ALL.
November 20, 2023
Oh my god Shantel you will be receiving my THERAPY BILL 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
April 9, 2024
beautiful
I went into this having known that it was going to make my cry. But omg I still wasn’t ready. I’m still crying as I’m typing this up.
Such a beautiful storyline.
Make sure to have a box of tissues before reading this. I have never had a book shatter my soul the way this one did
I went into this having known that it was going to make my cry. But omg I still wasn’t ready. I’m still crying as I’m typing this up.
Such a beautiful storyline.
Make sure to have a box of tissues before reading this. I have never had a book shatter my soul the way this one did
May 13, 2021
I'm soooooooooo angry at this book!!! I was really enjyoing it, the bikes and the drama, the steamy parts - the drama!
Then, out of the blue - BAM!
I ain't going to get over it so soon, to be honest this should be a 5 star book because this author nailed it. Thank you dear author you ruined my day! Kidding... or not.
I just texted a friend with this huge rant about it, and thankfully she is a saint that heard everything and calmed my heart. If I didn't had her, this would be a review full of angry spoilers.
That's it, read it at your own risk, to have fun, or if you want to suffer, I don't know what's in your head dear review reader, but if you hate yourself go ahead and give this book a shot. Or if you love yourself, read it as well, it's pretty good - if you have a stone instead of a heart beating on your chest.
Then, out of the blue - BAM!
I ain't going to get over it so soon, to be honest this should be a 5 star book because this author nailed it. Thank you dear author you ruined my day! Kidding... or not.
I just texted a friend with this huge rant about it, and thankfully she is a saint that heard everything and calmed my heart. If I didn't had her, this would be a review full of angry spoilers.
That's it, read it at your own risk, to have fun, or if you want to suffer, I don't know what's in your head dear review reader, but if you hate yourself go ahead and give this book a shot. Or if you love yourself, read it as well, it's pretty good - if you have a stone instead of a heart beating on your chest.
July 2, 2015
I received a copy in exchange for my honest opinion. This does not influence my opinion in any shape or form.
After finishing this book all I can say is that I am angry. Like my best friend has the ranting text messages to prove how angry I was about this book.
Our Story
It didn’t start off too strong for me, I felt like there was a lot of unnecessary drama and sometimes I caught myself rolling my eyes at things. I even considered putting it down all together because I just couldn’t deal with all the drama.
About half way through the book things finally started looking up and I was immersed in the story. I just couldn’t wait to see how things were going to turn out for Tabatha and Dash. They went through a lot during the first half of the book (granted a lot of it could prevented) and I just wanted to see them come out on top.
The story is told in both Tabatha’s Point of View and Dash’s. At times I found it difficult to distinguish between whose point of view I was reading because both voices sounded similar.
Our Characters
Tabitha was just I don’t even know how to say it but I really couldn’t connect with her. I felt sorry for her but a lot of times she just had me rolling my eyes and I just couldn’t figure out if I liked her or I hated her. Her point of view of the story was definitely a lot stronger then Dash’s. At times I cheered her on and other times I was just thinking “Girl please!”.
Dash sometimes I found him to be a complete scumbag! Like seriously. But then he grew on me, I just didn’t believe the whole instalove thing that happened. But who knows maybe things like that do exist? Anyway, towards the end of the book I was pretty smitten and I figured he was definitely sweet and a charming man and I couldn’t wait to see his career and love flourish with Tabatha. I still don’t excuse his behavior on some things that happened in the book , I didn’t find them totally necessary.
Overall,
Like I said I am so angry now that I finished the book. Like verge of tears angry. But in a way, I kinda understand why things happened the way it did. One of the main messages in the book was to live life to the fullest and take any chance you can so you don’t live life without regrets. Sure, that’s important but I’m still so angry. SO ANGRY
After finishing this book all I can say is that I am angry. Like my best friend has the ranting text messages to prove how angry I was about this book.
Our Story
It didn’t start off too strong for me, I felt like there was a lot of unnecessary drama and sometimes I caught myself rolling my eyes at things. I even considered putting it down all together because I just couldn’t deal with all the drama.
About half way through the book things finally started looking up and I was immersed in the story. I just couldn’t wait to see how things were going to turn out for Tabatha and Dash. They went through a lot during the first half of the book (granted a lot of it could prevented) and I just wanted to see them come out on top.
The story is told in both Tabatha’s Point of View and Dash’s. At times I found it difficult to distinguish between whose point of view I was reading because both voices sounded similar.
Our Characters
Tabitha was just I don’t even know how to say it but I really couldn’t connect with her. I felt sorry for her but a lot of times she just had me rolling my eyes and I just couldn’t figure out if I liked her or I hated her. Her point of view of the story was definitely a lot stronger then Dash’s. At times I cheered her on and other times I was just thinking “Girl please!”.
Dash sometimes I found him to be a complete scumbag! Like seriously. But then he grew on me, I just didn’t believe the whole instalove thing that happened. But who knows maybe things like that do exist? Anyway, towards the end of the book I was pretty smitten and I figured he was definitely sweet and a charming man and I couldn’t wait to see his career and love flourish with Tabatha. I still don’t excuse his behavior on some things that happened in the book , I didn’t find them totally necessary.
Overall,
Like I said I am so angry now that I finished the book. Like verge of tears angry. But in a way, I kinda understand why things happened the way it did. One of the main messages in the book was to live life to the fullest and take any chance you can so you don’t live life without regrets. Sure, that’s important but I’m still so angry. SO ANGRY
June 15, 2020
There I was just reading along, life was great and then BAM!! I did not see that coming. The author knocked me on my butt and left me shocked! An intense love story that will wreck you.
Dash is a motorcycle racer. He's just been picked up by a new team and he'll get the chance to live his dream. He's ready to sign on the dotted line, but first a party to celebrate this new endeavor.
He doesn't expect to have more than one unforgettable night. Tabatha is at his party with a friend, just blowing off some steam. Fresh from a break up, she wants to find her old self and have some fun. When he sees her, she's the girl he wants to celebrate with.
The next day she's gone when he wakes up. He's headed to his meeting to get started with his racing career, thinking about the girl he can;t get out of his head. He never expects her to see her again so he's shocked when she stumbles into his meeting. His new boss has a daughter and his one night stand just happens to be her.
Their chemistry is smokin' HOT! They face so many obstacles, yet neither can seem to walk away. He knows she's off limits, but he is willing to fight for her. They both face crazy stalking exes, media scrutiny and a father that is not too thrilled about them having a relationship, but Dash wants Tabatha. He wants their relationship out in the open and doesn't care about the consequences. Racing was always his dream, but dreams change. If he has to choose one, he knows which it will be.
This story brought lots of drama and off the charts chemistry with a bit of suspense and a twist you'll never forget. Get ready for this roller coaster of a ride. I will be thinking about this for a long time.
Dash is a motorcycle racer. He's just been picked up by a new team and he'll get the chance to live his dream. He's ready to sign on the dotted line, but first a party to celebrate this new endeavor.
He doesn't expect to have more than one unforgettable night. Tabatha is at his party with a friend, just blowing off some steam. Fresh from a break up, she wants to find her old self and have some fun. When he sees her, she's the girl he wants to celebrate with.
The next day she's gone when he wakes up. He's headed to his meeting to get started with his racing career, thinking about the girl he can;t get out of his head. He never expects her to see her again so he's shocked when she stumbles into his meeting. His new boss has a daughter and his one night stand just happens to be her.
Their chemistry is smokin' HOT! They face so many obstacles, yet neither can seem to walk away. He knows she's off limits, but he is willing to fight for her. They both face crazy stalking exes, media scrutiny and a father that is not too thrilled about them having a relationship, but Dash wants Tabatha. He wants their relationship out in the open and doesn't care about the consequences. Racing was always his dream, but dreams change. If he has to choose one, he knows which it will be.
This story brought lots of drama and off the charts chemistry with a bit of suspense and a twist you'll never forget. Get ready for this roller coaster of a ride. I will be thinking about this for a long time.
June 29, 2020
Why?? Why would you give that ending to a beautiful perfect love story???
I’m so angry right now! I’ll write another review when I calm down because the only thing I wanna do now it’s swear like a sailor
I loved this book. The tension and chemistry and all the love story that couldn’t be without ups and downs was just perfect. Now, the ending was very unexpected and that’s why the less stars from me.
I’m so angry right now! I’ll write another review when I calm down because the only thing I wanna do now it’s swear like a sailor
I loved this book. The tension and chemistry and all the love story that couldn’t be without ups and downs was just perfect. Now, the ending was very unexpected and that’s why the less stars from me.
July 1, 2020
WHAT JUST HAPPENED TO ME? Dash was definitely not what I expected- and is definitely different from other Shantel works- we have her usual angsty and steamy tension, but a different kind of conflict and darkness permeates this story.
My reaction to this book can really only be described as capricious- at times I loved it, at times I was frustrated, at times I was disconnected, at times I felt I couldn’t breathe because I cared so much. Shantel certainly has played with my emotions in other stories- she’s not scared to make things hard for the characters, or hard for the reader, and this book is definitely not any easy or fun read- at times, in ways that were frustrating and in times in ways that were interesting and emotionally resonant.
Much of this story is an angsty, dramatic love story- of Dash, the aspiring racer on the cusp of achieving everything he wants, falling for Tabatha, the daughter of his boss/team leader. From the get go, their relationship is characterized by dramatic obstacle after obstacle- misunderstandings, bad decisions, the dangers of racing, external issues in the form of interfering other people or the media, secrets, and the age old romantic tension of confronting if your love is derailing your dream or if it has become your dream instead. I didn’t really fully connect to either Dash of Tabitha early on - it felt like we weren’t getting a full depth of who they were, even though I found them both interesting- Tabatha’s insecurities, Dash’s impetuousness and recklessness, both of them suppressing real personal pain that makes them want to protect their hearts. But, they both coped in ways that frustrated each other, and most certainly frustrated me. At times I didn’t like them or even want to root for them to be together, and it was painful to watch them hurt each other and misunderstand each other so much. I love angst, but I felt trapped in a tangle of it for much of this book. I felt the chemistry and the heart, their soulmates connection, but I also felt the toxic nature of their issues. Their relationship has an undercurrent of devastation- which I should have seen as foreshadowing. Because just when they finally are able to find their footing, and just when I was starting to enjoy their story, Shantel rips the rug out so hard, I don’t just fall, I crash straight through the floor.
And then, I was wrecked. So much so I’m not even sure how to describe how I felt about the end. For two characters that I thought I wasn’t that emotionally invested in, I sure had an explosive emotional reaction to how this story ends. I felt gutted and devastated- in part because it is hard to confront the reality that heartbreak is intrinsic to love, inevitable in a way- and in part because this wasn’t the story I thought I’d signed-up for. I’ve waffled on if this was a shock tactic or an actual point of view. But, I trust Shantel, so I want to believe it is the latter- so perhaps my rawness is more about me not wanting to accept this aspect of romance- wanting to shield myself from it. But the fact remains- I am RAW.
I usually avoid books that break my heart completely- I can handle heartbreak and angst, but regardless of how dark, how challenging the path is, I want my HEA. We have closure, we have peace here, but not much more of that. So, I can’t say I enjoyed this book- the too much drama and the heartbreak weren’t really enjoyable. But, I can’t deny that this book impacted me. Days later I still feel raw and emotional- I still feel the tendrils of devastation constricting my tender heart unexpectedly. And, I’m still trying to make sense of my reactions. For that….for the way this book made me feel and think, even if the STORY wasn’t for me….for that, I’m glad I read this.
(rating this with stars isn't even possible- my feelings change from minute to minute)
My reaction to this book can really only be described as capricious- at times I loved it, at times I was frustrated, at times I was disconnected, at times I felt I couldn’t breathe because I cared so much. Shantel certainly has played with my emotions in other stories- she’s not scared to make things hard for the characters, or hard for the reader, and this book is definitely not any easy or fun read- at times, in ways that were frustrating and in times in ways that were interesting and emotionally resonant.
Much of this story is an angsty, dramatic love story- of Dash, the aspiring racer on the cusp of achieving everything he wants, falling for Tabatha, the daughter of his boss/team leader. From the get go, their relationship is characterized by dramatic obstacle after obstacle- misunderstandings, bad decisions, the dangers of racing, external issues in the form of interfering other people or the media, secrets, and the age old romantic tension of confronting if your love is derailing your dream or if it has become your dream instead. I didn’t really fully connect to either Dash of Tabitha early on - it felt like we weren’t getting a full depth of who they were, even though I found them both interesting- Tabatha’s insecurities, Dash’s impetuousness and recklessness, both of them suppressing real personal pain that makes them want to protect their hearts. But, they both coped in ways that frustrated each other, and most certainly frustrated me. At times I didn’t like them or even want to root for them to be together, and it was painful to watch them hurt each other and misunderstand each other so much. I love angst, but I felt trapped in a tangle of it for much of this book. I felt the chemistry and the heart, their soulmates connection, but I also felt the toxic nature of their issues. Their relationship has an undercurrent of devastation- which I should have seen as foreshadowing. Because just when they finally are able to find their footing, and just when I was starting to enjoy their story, Shantel rips the rug out so hard, I don’t just fall, I crash straight through the floor.
And then, I was wrecked. So much so I’m not even sure how to describe how I felt about the end. For two characters that I thought I wasn’t that emotionally invested in, I sure had an explosive emotional reaction to how this story ends. I felt gutted and devastated- in part because it is hard to confront the reality that heartbreak is intrinsic to love, inevitable in a way- and in part because this wasn’t the story I thought I’d signed-up for. I’ve waffled on if this was a shock tactic or an actual point of view. But, I trust Shantel, so I want to believe it is the latter- so perhaps my rawness is more about me not wanting to accept this aspect of romance- wanting to shield myself from it. But the fact remains- I am RAW.
I usually avoid books that break my heart completely- I can handle heartbreak and angst, but regardless of how dark, how challenging the path is, I want my HEA. We have closure, we have peace here, but not much more of that. So, I can’t say I enjoyed this book- the too much drama and the heartbreak weren’t really enjoyable. But, I can’t deny that this book impacted me. Days later I still feel raw and emotional- I still feel the tendrils of devastation constricting my tender heart unexpectedly. And, I’m still trying to make sense of my reactions. For that….for the way this book made me feel and think, even if the STORY wasn’t for me….for that, I’m glad I read this.
(rating this with stars isn't even possible- my feelings change from minute to minute)
June 2, 2024
I am not oke
This book just ripped out my heart and put it back broken.
I think it will take me some time to ever hall so hard for a mmc ever again dash has my heart. I don’t know how shantel dous it but she did it again That woman will forever be my reason to love reading.
This book just ripped out my heart and put it back broken.
I think it will take me some time to ever hall so hard for a mmc ever again dash has my heart. I don’t know how shantel dous it but she did it again That woman will forever be my reason to love reading.
July 1, 2020
Oh my word...that ending!!!!! Dash was a fast paced story filled with lots of drama, blazing hott attraction between the main characters and intense emotions. This is Dash and Tabatha's story and it was angsty and steamy and will grab your interest from the start. These two had endless obstacles to face however for me there was just too much drama for my liking. And then, there was that ending. An ending that left me speechless. Dash will take you on a journey with twists you won't expect. I would recommend it to lovers of contemporary romance.
March 2, 2017
This story is exactly what you think it is going to be - drama, drama, drama - right until the end. Then it gets (in my opinion) so unnecessarily and totally fucked.
I've read reviews for this story that say they understand why the author had to end it that way. No. Just no. It was like shameless feeling wrenching with no obvious purpose to the overall story. No.
That is all.
I've read reviews for this story that say they understand why the author had to end it that way. No. Just no. It was like shameless feeling wrenching with no obvious purpose to the overall story. No.
That is all.
June 30, 2015
DASH was previously a novella series, I'm glad Shantel Tessier decided to switch it over to a complete book. I couldn't even tell it used to be multiple parts, the story flows very smoothly. I found the plot to be very absorbing, once you start you can't put it down; it's FULL of twists and turns. I wasn't sure what to expect next! I was happy to see that even though the characters are your typical cuddly alpha and stubborn heroine, it wasn't your average 'happily ever after' story. The ending was so shocking; it completely caught me off guard. I kept thinking 'WHAT NO, THIS CAN'T HAPPEN.' but it did! Just keep in mind that you might need a few tissues before the book is over. Dash and Tabatha's relationship was a wild one, and it keeps you interested until the end of the story. Dash will make you laugh and will break your heart more than once. Great romance read! 5/5
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July 1, 2015I can't rate this book-not now, maybe not ever. I am just so goddamn pissed off right now. It's one thing to rob me of an HEA, I can ALMOST live with that, but I fucking HATE when authors pull this shit on me. There is a reason I love the escape books provide me, even the dark ones, and this is NOT it-especially for a romance. Why put them through everything they went through to end it this way?! I do love this author, and this book til that goddamn ending, so I won't be writing her off, BUT I would be lying if I said I wasn't fucking furious. Books like this should come with a warning label, screw the shock value. So fuckin' pissed....
April 9, 2025
COMPLETELY HONEST AND UNFILTERED REVIEW with LOTS OF SPOILERS. ALL THE SPOILERS AS A MATTER OF FACT.
This story moved WAY too fast for it to just end so abruptly the way it did.
Don’t get me wrong, I really understand how people got emotional. Me as a rider, I do understand. But it was 100000% Dash’s fault and I don’t fucking feel bad. Like not at all. And don’t fucking get me started on that lil bitch Richard or whatever her ex’s name was. He should have been beaten to death by dash, instead the author just wrote him to be moved to New York? NAH THATS BS. Don’t get me wrong, I got a lil emotional but I never had tears actually fall ya know? THEN THAT LIL BITCH JAKE SWOOPED IN SO MF FAST AS HELL. FUCK THAT LITTLE BITCH. HE WAS WAITING FOR IT, TO THE POINT I WOULD HAVE THOUGHT HE WAS THE ONE THAT WAS DRIVING THE CAR THAT HIT DASH BRO, I hate that mf. I don’t care if him and the FMC bonded over trauma, (YES it’s completely valid but damn it seemed fast as hell. IMO) Don’t even get me started on Dash’s bitch ass ex, Valerie. Seriously…? & her Parents????
There was so much unnecessary drama. Once one thing ended, another issue started. For what? The book was way too short for that much drama.
THEN THE ICING ON THE MF CAKE…….AT THE FUNERAL THE LITTLE BOY, THE SWEET LITTLE BOY, HAD THE AUDACITY TO THINK HE HAD TO BE THE ONE TO SAY IM SORRY AND GIVE THE HELMET BACK LIKE IT WAS HIS FAULT?!!!!! WHATTTTTTT. Like HE had to apologize. The fact that the FMC even let him get away with saying sorry and not saying something along the lines of “it was not your fault at all, he chose to give you this. You didn’t do anything wrong.” AT LEAST PUT THAT LITTLE BOYS MIND AT EASE!! He is going to go through life somehow thinking he played a part like he asked for that helmet when he didn’t and he is the one that cause it… shit made me FURIOUS.
All in all, I did love their story. But, as a rider myself… I did not like how this story went.. you would never give your helmet up when you’re riding. Everyone has days when they don’t wear gear, but a helmet is something no one ever skimps on and Dash would have KNOWN that as a rider.
People told me to read this book because it would tear me apart and make me cry. It did in fact not tear me apart, or make me cry. But it did in fact make me a bundle of angry nerves.
This story moved WAY too fast for it to just end so abruptly the way it did.
Don’t get me wrong, I really understand how people got emotional. Me as a rider, I do understand. But it was 100000% Dash’s fault and I don’t fucking feel bad. Like not at all. And don’t fucking get me started on that lil bitch Richard or whatever her ex’s name was. He should have been beaten to death by dash, instead the author just wrote him to be moved to New York? NAH THATS BS. Don’t get me wrong, I got a lil emotional but I never had tears actually fall ya know? THEN THAT LIL BITCH JAKE SWOOPED IN SO MF FAST AS HELL. FUCK THAT LITTLE BITCH. HE WAS WAITING FOR IT, TO THE POINT I WOULD HAVE THOUGHT HE WAS THE ONE THAT WAS DRIVING THE CAR THAT HIT DASH BRO, I hate that mf. I don’t care if him and the FMC bonded over trauma, (YES it’s completely valid but damn it seemed fast as hell. IMO) Don’t even get me started on Dash’s bitch ass ex, Valerie. Seriously…? & her Parents????
There was so much unnecessary drama. Once one thing ended, another issue started. For what? The book was way too short for that much drama.
THEN THE ICING ON THE MF CAKE…….AT THE FUNERAL THE LITTLE BOY, THE SWEET LITTLE BOY, HAD THE AUDACITY TO THINK HE HAD TO BE THE ONE TO SAY IM SORRY AND GIVE THE HELMET BACK LIKE IT WAS HIS FAULT?!!!!! WHATTTTTTT. Like HE had to apologize. The fact that the FMC even let him get away with saying sorry and not saying something along the lines of “it was not your fault at all, he chose to give you this. You didn’t do anything wrong.” AT LEAST PUT THAT LITTLE BOYS MIND AT EASE!! He is going to go through life somehow thinking he played a part like he asked for that helmet when he didn’t and he is the one that cause it… shit made me FURIOUS.
All in all, I did love their story. But, as a rider myself… I did not like how this story went.. you would never give your helmet up when you’re riding. Everyone has days when they don’t wear gear, but a helmet is something no one ever skimps on and Dash would have KNOWN that as a rider.
People told me to read this book because it would tear me apart and make me cry. It did in fact not tear me apart, or make me cry. But it did in fact make me a bundle of angry nerves.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 12, 2020
A book all about chances and living life to the fullest.
Dash, oh Dash. I love him. The street racer who stole my heart.
Shantel Tessier messed me up with that ending! I am an emotional mess and I am still trying to process what just happened!
Get ready for lots of drama and crying!
Dash, oh Dash. I love him. The street racer who stole my heart.
Shantel Tessier messed me up with that ending! I am an emotional mess and I am still trying to process what just happened!
Get ready for lots of drama and crying!
November 7, 2021
DNF at 25% ...not much substance and she doesn't remember sleeping with him but then says he made her feel beautiful and free?? 🙄
June 10, 2025
Sobbing 😭😭😭😭 this was so good.
May 28, 2017
Where oh Where do I begin with this one. Dash is the first book I have read by Shantel Tessier and I loved it. Her writing reaches out and grabs the reader from the very first page and doesn't let go.
Erik "Dash" Dashling lives for speed. He rides hard and crazy and parties just the same. When one last stunt lands him in the slammer again, he is given a get out of jail free card if he will sign with Johnny Knight and race motorcycles for him. Something that has always been his dream. Not only does he get out of jail, but he can no longer party, drink or mess around. Dash decides that he needs one last hurrah before he starts to work for Mr. Knight. He decides to throw himself a party, where he meets a pretty amazing girl, only to find out the next day that she is the daughter of his new boss.
Tabatha Knight has just broken up with her boyfriend. She can no longer stand for the way he is treating her and she needs to learn to stand on her own two feet and be the strong independent woman that her father raised her to be. To put Rodger in her past she decides to attend a party with her best friend, only to find herself doing the walk of shame the next morning and to make matters worse the guy shows up at her parents house.
Tabatha and Dash share an undeniable chemistry and try as they may to hide their feelings for one another, it just doesn't seem to work that way. With the odds stacked against them and their ex's causing havoc in their lives, they try to keep their relationship a secret, but that can only last so long.
When Dash wins his first big race it see,s that they have their entire future ahead of them. But will the demons of both their pasts stay away long enough for them to carve out a future together or will it be the end of something so strong, that their love for one another cannot even save?
I love Shantel's writing style and her character development is great. I didn't want this book to end. The supporting characters are awesome and the story held my attention. Dash and Tabatha's story is filled with learning to love and let go and to accept the cards that life throws at you plowing ahead to build a future no matter how hard it may be. Go and grab your copy of Dash today, you won't be disappointed.
4.5 Dashing Stars
Erik "Dash" Dashling lives for speed. He rides hard and crazy and parties just the same. When one last stunt lands him in the slammer again, he is given a get out of jail free card if he will sign with Johnny Knight and race motorcycles for him. Something that has always been his dream. Not only does he get out of jail, but he can no longer party, drink or mess around. Dash decides that he needs one last hurrah before he starts to work for Mr. Knight. He decides to throw himself a party, where he meets a pretty amazing girl, only to find out the next day that she is the daughter of his new boss.
Tabatha Knight has just broken up with her boyfriend. She can no longer stand for the way he is treating her and she needs to learn to stand on her own two feet and be the strong independent woman that her father raised her to be. To put Rodger in her past she decides to attend a party with her best friend, only to find herself doing the walk of shame the next morning and to make matters worse the guy shows up at her parents house.
Tabatha and Dash share an undeniable chemistry and try as they may to hide their feelings for one another, it just doesn't seem to work that way. With the odds stacked against them and their ex's causing havoc in their lives, they try to keep their relationship a secret, but that can only last so long.
When Dash wins his first big race it see,s that they have their entire future ahead of them. But will the demons of both their pasts stay away long enough for them to carve out a future together or will it be the end of something so strong, that their love for one another cannot even save?
I love Shantel's writing style and her character development is great. I didn't want this book to end. The supporting characters are awesome and the story held my attention. Dash and Tabatha's story is filled with learning to love and let go and to accept the cards that life throws at you plowing ahead to build a future no matter how hard it may be. Go and grab your copy of Dash today, you won't be disappointed.
4.5 Dashing Stars
February 20, 2023
the tears!!
In true fashion, another amazing story by shantel. The amount of tears I’ve cried from this story is unbelievable. I knew going in that it was going to get a reaction. But oh my did it hit me!
Dash is the hot motorcycle riding daredevil that we easily fall in love with. Tabatha is the woman that a lot of us can relate too. The strength she has is inspiring. All it took was one night for their lives to forever change.
From the ups and downs. Problems and makeups. This story will capture your heart and not let go. I don’t know if I’ll get over this one anytime soon.
In true fashion, another amazing story by shantel. The amount of tears I’ve cried from this story is unbelievable. I knew going in that it was going to get a reaction. But oh my did it hit me!
Dash is the hot motorcycle riding daredevil that we easily fall in love with. Tabatha is the woman that a lot of us can relate too. The strength she has is inspiring. All it took was one night for their lives to forever change.
From the ups and downs. Problems and makeups. This story will capture your heart and not let go. I don’t know if I’ll get over this one anytime soon.
June 15, 2017
I am so emotional right now. the ending of this book had thrown me right out.
Don’t get me wrong I loved the story it ticked all my boxes. I fell in love with Dash and Tabatha’s story I was rooting for them all the way through, I really didn’t see that ending coming..
It is very ansty. A couple times i was shouting at my kindle. Tab and Dash really are great together. the chemistry is hot.. the story flows perfectly and is very steamy in parts. The story is well written and it will have you turning the pages to see how it will end.
I will add more to this review when I have the words.
Don’t get me wrong I loved the story it ticked all my boxes. I fell in love with Dash and Tabatha’s story I was rooting for them all the way through, I really didn’t see that ending coming..
It is very ansty. A couple times i was shouting at my kindle. Tab and Dash really are great together. the chemistry is hot.. the story flows perfectly and is very steamy in parts. The story is well written and it will have you turning the pages to see how it will end.
I will add more to this review when I have the words.
January 9, 2025
3.5 ⭐️
I did really like the story, I just felt like it was really rushed, and because of that the ending didn’t quite hit the way I think it may have for others. I wasn’t connected because everything felt so rushed. Idk it was just okay for me. Had potential
I did really like the story, I just felt like it was really rushed, and because of that the ending didn’t quite hit the way I think it may have for others. I wasn’t connected because everything felt so rushed. Idk it was just okay for me. Had potential
July 14, 2015
Didn't finish the last pages of this book, because if have a feeling I know what's going to happen. It's a really great book but I hate ending like this, that's why I gave it 1 star.
April 7, 2022
horrible ending do not read
If you aren’t going to finish a book with a hea you should state that. Major trigger. Horrible ending with no reason for it.
If you aren’t going to finish a book with a hea you should state that. Major trigger. Horrible ending with no reason for it.
June 4, 2024
The Unexpected!
Here I was reading along and bam that ending! I am still reeling! Definitely not what I was expecting but I enjoyed the journey.
Here I was reading along and bam that ending! I am still reeling! Definitely not what I was expecting but I enjoyed the journey.
June 15, 2024
Emotional Damage.
Destroyed.
I am so many questions.
I don’t believe the ending in the least. Will remain delusional for the rest of my life, because that can’t be what really happened.
Destroyed.
I am so many questions.
I don’t believe the ending in the least. Will remain delusional for the rest of my life, because that can’t be what really happened.
July 22, 2024
WTF was that ending? Man 🥹 crying was not part of the plan today…
Update:
Upgrading this to 5⭐️ because it’s days later and I’m still thinking about it 🥹
Update:
Upgrading this to 5⭐️ because it’s days later and I’m still thinking about it 🥹
May 14, 2024
I guess it took me a while to finish this because I was scared and nervous about knowing what would happen. I kinda got the hint from Shantel's Facebook page (it was semi spoiled-it even says it on the book cover) where others were hyping it up because of the conspiracy about Dash being Adam from the L.O.R.D.S. series. I doubt it, and I just feel this book should be left as a standalone. The ending is the worst but somehow still the best.. I'm still trying to come to terms with how it ends. I thought I wouldn't cry because in the first few chapters, all I could think was why this book is unnecessarily long and what's with the childish conversation. It was all part of a buildup for what's to come in the last few chapters. The story was heart-shattering. It's mean.. and cruel. My heart can only take so much. I'm tired and I need to sleep this off.
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