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Tarnished Angels Motorcycle Club® #5
Venom & Vengeance: Tarnished Angels Motorcycle Club®, Book 5
From Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author Emma Slate comes the fifth book in the Tarnished Angels Motorcycle Club series.
After a near fatal run-in with the cartel, I turn to Viper for protection.
He’s grumpy. Older. An ex-con.
He's muscle for the Tarnished Angels Motorcycle Club, but I’m not afraid of him.
The next thing I know I’m living in the clubhouse with my own personal bodyguard.
Viper makes me feel safe...and desired.
And I’m completely head over heels in lust with him.
It isn’t long until I’m in his bed.
Despite the danger I brought to their doorstep, the club welcomes me as one of their own.
But now I’m caught in a war between the club and a cartel.
I should’ve left town when I had the chance.
But the longer I stay with Viper, the more I realize neither of us want to say goodbye.
Viper wants to keep me.
Forever.
After a near fatal run-in with the cartel, I turn to Viper for protection.
He’s grumpy. Older. An ex-con.
He's muscle for the Tarnished Angels Motorcycle Club, but I’m not afraid of him.
The next thing I know I’m living in the clubhouse with my own personal bodyguard.
Viper makes me feel safe...and desired.
And I’m completely head over heels in lust with him.
It isn’t long until I’m in his bed.
Despite the danger I brought to their doorstep, the club welcomes me as one of their own.
But now I’m caught in a war between the club and a cartel.
I should’ve left town when I had the chance.
But the longer I stay with Viper, the more I realize neither of us want to say goodbye.
Viper wants to keep me.
Forever.
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First published May 30, 2023
About the author
Emma Slate
34 books2,280 followersWall Street Journal & USA Today bestselling author Emma Slate writes romance with heart and heat.
Called “the dialogue queen” by her college playwriting professor, Emma writes love stories that range from romance-for-your-pants to action-flicks-for-chicks.
When she isn’t writing, she’s usually curled up under a heating blanket with a steamy romance novel and her two beagles—unless her outdoorsy husband can convince her to go on a hike.
Called “the dialogue queen” by her college playwriting professor, Emma writes love stories that range from romance-for-your-pants to action-flicks-for-chicks.
When she isn’t writing, she’s usually curled up under a heating blanket with a steamy romance novel and her two beagles—unless her outdoorsy husband can convince her to go on a hike.
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September 1, 2026ALC provided by Dark Star Romance
I really enjoyed this one. This was my first book in the Tarnished Angels Motorcycle Club series, and even though it can be read as a standalone, I definitely think reading the others would give you more context. I never felt lost, but I could definitely tell there was history I was missing.
This one was very relationship-driven. The cartel storyline was there, but it definitely took a back seat to the romance. I loved Sutton’s feistiness and Viper’s stubbornness, and their relationship was just fun to follow. There is an age gap, but Sutton, but I honestly didn’t even think about it unless it was brought up.
Kassie Hollowell and James Cassidy were great. Their tone and delivery were on point, and they really brought Sutton and Viper to life.
I recommend this for readers who like MC romance, relationship-driven stories, feisty FMCs, stubborn MMCs, and a little danger mixed in with the romance.
I really enjoyed this one. This was my first book in the Tarnished Angels Motorcycle Club series, and even though it can be read as a standalone, I definitely think reading the others would give you more context. I never felt lost, but I could definitely tell there was history I was missing.
This one was very relationship-driven. The cartel storyline was there, but it definitely took a back seat to the romance. I loved Sutton’s feistiness and Viper’s stubbornness, and their relationship was just fun to follow. There is an age gap, but Sutton, but I honestly didn’t even think about it unless it was brought up.
Kassie Hollowell and James Cassidy were great. Their tone and delivery were on point, and they really brought Sutton and Viper to life.
I recommend this for readers who like MC romance, relationship-driven stories, feisty FMCs, stubborn MMCs, and a little danger mixed in with the romance.
September 15, 2024
this kind of surprised me
I loved these two ...
I loved these two ...
January 7, 2025
So I didn't read any of the others in this series, but I'll tell you I love Viper so much!!! He was growly and grumpy, but he was so smitten in his own way with Sutton!! When he first met her, it'd ro clean up a mess at her trailer. She killed someone who tried to rape her and asked her friend for help having the biker club get involved. She was all sass and a breath of fresh air for Viper since many didn't talk to him because of his mood.
She didn't care she teased and taunted him and informed him she wanted to sleep with him. As all grumps, he pushes her away because of his age. That didn't stop her , and I was a little sad. Viper was push/pull with her until he finally gave in. But it was sex only nothing else that gave both mixed signals. Then we got to the gritty of the club life.. so much sadness, so much drama with the bad guy.
I'll be honest a few times. Sutton annoyed me on how she acted. She felt brass. But idk how the other women in the series were. Maybe I might try to read the others in the series. Maybe, but then again, it was told from Sutton pov, which I was sad we didn't get Vipers' pov.
Angst, no ow/om drama, no cheating, drama, sexy times, no virgins
Recommend-yes
Cover-⭐️⭐️⭐️
Heat level-🌶🌶🌶.5
Sadness-💧💧💧
Slowinsta
Age gap
22h/36H
Push/pull from H
Force proximity
Masturbation
Mentioned human trafficking
Death
Violence
Mouring
Safe sex/no condom
Hea
Epilogue
She didn't care she teased and taunted him and informed him she wanted to sleep with him. As all grumps, he pushes her away because of his age. That didn't stop her , and I was a little sad. Viper was push/pull with her until he finally gave in. But it was sex only nothing else that gave both mixed signals. Then we got to the gritty of the club life.. so much sadness, so much drama with the bad guy.
I'll be honest a few times. Sutton annoyed me on how she acted. She felt brass. But idk how the other women in the series were. Maybe I might try to read the others in the series. Maybe, but then again, it was told from Sutton pov, which I was sad we didn't get Vipers' pov.
Angst, no ow/om drama, no cheating, drama, sexy times, no virgins
Recommend-yes
Cover-⭐️⭐️⭐️
Heat level-🌶🌶🌶.5
Sadness-💧💧💧
Slowinsta
Age gap
22h/36H
Push/pull from H
Force proximity
Masturbation
Mentioned human trafficking
Death
Violence
Mouring
Safe sex/no condom
Hea
Epilogue
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September 2, 2026Venom & Vengeance
Tarnished Angels Motorcycle Club, Book 5
Author: Emma Slate
Narrators: James Cassidy & Kesi Hollowell
Rating: 4 Stars
Spice: 2 Chili Peppers
Format: Audiobook
ALC provided by Dark Star Romance
Venom & Vengeance follows Viper and Sutton, and I have to say that Sutton is probably one of my favorite characters in this series so far. I loved her energy, her authentic personality, and her unapologetic “I don’t give a crap” attitude. She means what she says, says exactly what she wants, and has learned that sometimes you have to throw caution to the wind and speak your mind. I absolutely loved that about her.
I didn’t know much about Viper before starting this book because he is still fairly new to the Tarnished Angels. He transferred from another motorcycle club out of state and has a complicated past that kept him away from the world for a while. He is closed off, intimidating, and known as the huge, grumpy, growling muscle of the group. If the club needs someone intimidated, Viper is the man they send—and I ended up loving him!
Sutton and Viper were so much fun together. She constantly pushed his buttons and slowly brought him out of his shell. He found her incredibly annoying, but in the best possible way. I loved watching her break through his walls and reveal the softer side he keeps hidden from everyone else. Their personalities balanced each other perfectly, and their relationship was easily my favorite part of the story.
This wasn’t my favorite installment in the series, but it was still a really enjoyable read. My one complaint about the series is that I wish we got more of the motorcycle club itself. I would love to sit in on the club meetings, see the guys working together, and learn more about how they are handling the cartel and the other dangers surrounding them. The books focus heavily on each couple’s romance, so we don’t get as much behind-the-scenes MC action as I would personally like.
The audiobook narration was fantastic. James Cassidy and Kesi Hollowell paired extremely well together, and both delivered the emotions and personalities of these characters perfectly. James Cassidy’s deep, intimidating performance fit Viper so well, while Kesi Hollowell completely captured Sutton’s feisty energy and confidence. The pacing was great, the emotions came through beautifully, and the duet narration made the entire listening experience even better.
Thank you to Dark Star Romance for providing me with an advanced listening copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Tarnished Angels Motorcycle Club, Book 5
Author: Emma Slate
Narrators: James Cassidy & Kesi Hollowell
Rating: 4 Stars
Spice: 2 Chili Peppers
Format: Audiobook
ALC provided by Dark Star Romance
Venom & Vengeance follows Viper and Sutton, and I have to say that Sutton is probably one of my favorite characters in this series so far. I loved her energy, her authentic personality, and her unapologetic “I don’t give a crap” attitude. She means what she says, says exactly what she wants, and has learned that sometimes you have to throw caution to the wind and speak your mind. I absolutely loved that about her.
I didn’t know much about Viper before starting this book because he is still fairly new to the Tarnished Angels. He transferred from another motorcycle club out of state and has a complicated past that kept him away from the world for a while. He is closed off, intimidating, and known as the huge, grumpy, growling muscle of the group. If the club needs someone intimidated, Viper is the man they send—and I ended up loving him!
Sutton and Viper were so much fun together. She constantly pushed his buttons and slowly brought him out of his shell. He found her incredibly annoying, but in the best possible way. I loved watching her break through his walls and reveal the softer side he keeps hidden from everyone else. Their personalities balanced each other perfectly, and their relationship was easily my favorite part of the story.
This wasn’t my favorite installment in the series, but it was still a really enjoyable read. My one complaint about the series is that I wish we got more of the motorcycle club itself. I would love to sit in on the club meetings, see the guys working together, and learn more about how they are handling the cartel and the other dangers surrounding them. The books focus heavily on each couple’s romance, so we don’t get as much behind-the-scenes MC action as I would personally like.
The audiobook narration was fantastic. James Cassidy and Kesi Hollowell paired extremely well together, and both delivered the emotions and personalities of these characters perfectly. James Cassidy’s deep, intimidating performance fit Viper so well, while Kesi Hollowell completely captured Sutton’s feisty energy and confidence. The pacing was great, the emotions came through beautifully, and the duet narration made the entire listening experience even better.
Thank you to Dark Star Romance for providing me with an advanced listening copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
May 30, 2023
Story: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Trope: Protector, opposites attract
Angst: 😱😱
Smexy: 🔥🔥🔥.5
Sutton Wood's world takes a sharp turn when she's attacked in her home, even as she survives with the help of her frying pan. When she turns to her neighbor for help, her neighbor's friends at a local motorcycle club know how to clean up the mess that's left behind and take her to safety. Enter Viper, the man tasked with keeping an eye on her. Older, grumpy, and a hot, thick tree Sutton wouldn't mind climbing. Their relationship is only supposed to be temporary, but with the club staring down the Cartel and bullets flying, it may be too hard to say goodbye.
Fracking fantastic! Venom and Vengeance is definitely on my faves of 2023 list. Great storyline that is well written, moves quickly, and has a ton of action. Tons of witty dialogue that had me literally laughing out loud. Sutton was hysterical. She's only 22, but lived plenty of life preferring to ride things out with snark and humor. Viper just doesn't know how deal with her and the stoic, grumpy man can't help but crack a smile, almost breaking his face, lol. The chemistry between them was super hot and their relationship made sense as well progressed logically despite how quickly they got together. Just a fantastic read!
Venom & Vengeance is the 5th book in the Tarnished Angels Motorcycle Club and can be read as a standalone, but best enjoyed when read in series order. It is told in first person, from Sutton's perspective, except for the epilogue which is from Viper's. Can't wait until the next book is out!
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Trope: Protector, opposites attract
Angst: 😱😱
Smexy: 🔥🔥🔥.5
Sutton Wood's world takes a sharp turn when she's attacked in her home, even as she survives with the help of her frying pan. When she turns to her neighbor for help, her neighbor's friends at a local motorcycle club know how to clean up the mess that's left behind and take her to safety. Enter Viper, the man tasked with keeping an eye on her. Older, grumpy, and a hot, thick tree Sutton wouldn't mind climbing. Their relationship is only supposed to be temporary, but with the club staring down the Cartel and bullets flying, it may be too hard to say goodbye.
Fracking fantastic! Venom and Vengeance is definitely on my faves of 2023 list. Great storyline that is well written, moves quickly, and has a ton of action. Tons of witty dialogue that had me literally laughing out loud. Sutton was hysterical. She's only 22, but lived plenty of life preferring to ride things out with snark and humor. Viper just doesn't know how deal with her and the stoic, grumpy man can't help but crack a smile, almost breaking his face, lol. The chemistry between them was super hot and their relationship made sense as well progressed logically despite how quickly they got together. Just a fantastic read!
Venom & Vengeance is the 5th book in the Tarnished Angels Motorcycle Club and can be read as a standalone, but best enjoyed when read in series order. It is told in first person, from Sutton's perspective, except for the epilogue which is from Viper's. Can't wait until the next book is out!
⛔️ My bookshelves can sometimes be spoilers
December 17, 2023
I loved this one. It was amazing!! I love watching the relationship come together, and I can't wait to the next book.
August 28, 2026
This one definitely starts out with a bang and I immediately knew I would like Sutton, our FMC. She is feisty and just unapologetically herself and I loved that about her. I love when our FMC is strong, independent and can take care of herself.
Viper is quiet, broody, and intimidating. No one knows much about him but they also know that they don't want to get on his bad side. Somehow, Sutton was able to penetrate those walls and I loved seeing it (so did everybody else in the club). It was evident very early, things were going to become much more.
This one is definitely pretty instant lust/love and there's lots of good spice that goes with it, but it does not overtake the story. We continue our drama with the cartel and there are some pretty emotional moments around that and a few things that just made me angry for all of the characters and the situation.
Overall, I really enjoyed this one. The dynamic was a bit different but I loved seeing how everything built with Sutton and Viper.
The audio for this one was so great! It is duet narration with Kasi Hallowell and James Cassidy and they absolutely fit Sutton and Viper perfectly and just really elevated the story.
Huge thanks to the author and Dark Star Audio for the copy to listen to! I cannot wait for the next one!
Viper is quiet, broody, and intimidating. No one knows much about him but they also know that they don't want to get on his bad side. Somehow, Sutton was able to penetrate those walls and I loved seeing it (so did everybody else in the club). It was evident very early, things were going to become much more.
This one is definitely pretty instant lust/love and there's lots of good spice that goes with it, but it does not overtake the story. We continue our drama with the cartel and there are some pretty emotional moments around that and a few things that just made me angry for all of the characters and the situation.
Overall, I really enjoyed this one. The dynamic was a bit different but I loved seeing how everything built with Sutton and Viper.
The audio for this one was so great! It is duet narration with Kasi Hallowell and James Cassidy and they absolutely fit Sutton and Viper perfectly and just really elevated the story.
Huge thanks to the author and Dark Star Audio for the copy to listen to! I cannot wait for the next one!
August 20, 2023
Another Meh.. i want a biker MC drama, action with a romance story, not a boring immature, only about sex lust relationship story. If I want that, I'll choose that genre.
This book had 0 drama. Everything that happened in the drama side (biker side) was all off page. They took down the cartel somehow within a few hours with only 1 senseless loss. It's like the author doesn't know how to write drama. Just watch sons of anarchy for ideas no one would care. These books have gotten progressively worse with the shift from book 1 to smut over plot.
This one had potential. It started strong, with Sutton unknowingly killing a cartel member who tried to kidnap her.
She was held at the compound for absolutely NO reason. There was never a moment of them looking for her, never a wiff it was so dumb.
Within a day she is sleeping with Viper, within 2 weeks they are talking about babies because "Mr old enough to know better" viper forgot to wrap because her witnessing her friend being shot in the head 2 hours prior immediately meant she needed sex. 😒🙄
It appears this author doesn't know about the morning after pill because if you are so concerned about it, why wouldn't you take it for peace of mind, but it is never mentioned.
It was just page after page of boring smut, not even well written, age gap concerns, and babies.
There was no chemistry with Sutten and Viper, just sex. Sutton had no emotional range.. she never reacted to anything, and there was no explanation as to why. She was so immature and selfish that it just gave you constant eye rolls.
She got mad that her friend left town even though she never contacted her for weeks. She whines about not having a real career or purpose but does nothing to help that. She got handed everything in this book (job, home, car).
At the begining she is bonding with Savage but then when he is shot she can't even be bothered waiting at the hospital till he is out of surgery because Viper has broken ribs (he will live).
The first book in this series was great and gave me hope of a great new MC series, but it's just not there. It's needs dual POV, so there is substance. I'm so tired of reading "club business" when someone asks for details, that's not how it works.
Seriously, if I have to read about "thrusting" for everything again (please try a thesaurus).. to me, if a guy is kissing me and "thrusting his tongue in my mouth," he is a terrible kisser 🤢🤮
I'm glad there isn't another book for a while as I definitely need a break. Another disappointment 😞 you can skip this one.
This book had 0 drama. Everything that happened in the drama side (biker side) was all off page. They took down the cartel somehow within a few hours with only 1 senseless loss. It's like the author doesn't know how to write drama. Just watch sons of anarchy for ideas no one would care. These books have gotten progressively worse with the shift from book 1 to smut over plot.
This one had potential. It started strong, with Sutton unknowingly killing a cartel member who tried to kidnap her.
She was held at the compound for absolutely NO reason. There was never a moment of them looking for her, never a wiff it was so dumb.
Within a day she is sleeping with Viper, within 2 weeks they are talking about babies because "Mr old enough to know better" viper forgot to wrap because her witnessing her friend being shot in the head 2 hours prior immediately meant she needed sex. 😒🙄
It appears this author doesn't know about the morning after pill because if you are so concerned about it, why wouldn't you take it for peace of mind, but it is never mentioned.
It was just page after page of boring smut, not even well written, age gap concerns, and babies.
There was no chemistry with Sutten and Viper, just sex. Sutton had no emotional range.. she never reacted to anything, and there was no explanation as to why. She was so immature and selfish that it just gave you constant eye rolls.
She got mad that her friend left town even though she never contacted her for weeks. She whines about not having a real career or purpose but does nothing to help that. She got handed everything in this book (job, home, car).
At the begining she is bonding with Savage but then when he is shot she can't even be bothered waiting at the hospital till he is out of surgery because Viper has broken ribs (he will live).
The first book in this series was great and gave me hope of a great new MC series, but it's just not there. It's needs dual POV, so there is substance. I'm so tired of reading "club business" when someone asks for details, that's not how it works.
Seriously, if I have to read about "thrusting" for everything again (please try a thesaurus).. to me, if a guy is kissing me and "thrusting his tongue in my mouth," he is a terrible kisser 🤢🤮
I'm glad there isn't another book for a while as I definitely need a break. Another disappointment 😞 you can skip this one.
May 31, 2023
I received an ARC copy of this book and was so happy to read it. This book jumps right into the drama when a traumatic event happens to Sutton and she gets pulled into the war between the MC and the cartel. This leads to her meeting and being protected by the MC and the tough, silent Viper. I loved Viper! He took his job seriously and tried to do the "right thing" by Sutton but ultimately he couldn't resist her sass and so began their arrangement. There is lots of drama, heartbreak and the MC world really moves forward in this book. I really felt the emotional effect of the words during the most pivotal and life changing scenes. Those were very well written.
I liked how this story tied into the rest of the series. Some of my favorite parts were the interactions with the other characters from previous books. There are a lot of people to keep track of so while you may be able to read this as a standalone, I highly recommend you read the rest of the books first. Overall, this story moves the series along nicely but I think Sutton should have dealt with some of the feelings she kept pushing down. She dealt with a lot of conflict, and while Viper was always there for her, it seems she should have had a breakdown at some point. I can't wait to see where the series goes from here!
August 30, 2026
Rating: ♡5⭐️♡5🎧♡5🌶️♡
🎧Kasi - well that started out with a bang! JFC! lol Loved every second of this! you were phenomenal! Cannot wait for everyone else to be blessed with your talent and voice !
🎧James - you, sir, are amazing. I haven’t heard your voice in a while and that is why I signed up for this one. FAN-F$CKING-TASTIC!!!
📚I had the last one and LOVED it! I love this MC! Thank you for allowing me into your world!
🎧Kasi - well that started out with a bang! JFC! lol Loved every second of this! you were phenomenal! Cannot wait for everyone else to be blessed with your talent and voice !
🎧James - you, sir, are amazing. I haven’t heard your voice in a while and that is why I signed up for this one. FAN-F$CKING-TASTIC!!!
📚I had the last one and LOVED it! I love this MC! Thank you for allowing me into your world!
April 21, 2025
Dit boek was heerlijk. Ik vond het gekibbel tussen de twee personages echt geweldig en de liefde tussen grumpy x shnshine is echt amazing.
August 19, 2026
My fave of the series so far. Sutton is such a funny and badass fmc
October 28, 2023
I liked this one, it's a tad more graphic than previous books but I'm more than fine with that!
Viper is new to the club, he's been a brother for a long time but he's new to this chapter, he's still kinda a lone soul. Doesn't speak much, to anyone! Dangerous aura around him, grumpy etc
And then we meet Sutton, completely new character who finds herself in bother when she defends herself in her own home with a cast iron frying pan - go Sutton!
Anyway, she turns to her neighbour, who turns to her bed-buddy who in turn turns to his brothers.
Cue Sutton moving in to he clubhouse for protection and for her ass and sass blunt attitude breaking through Vipers massive walls!
A lot of danger around the club but also a lot of love, friendship and family.
I liked it. 3.5/4
Viper is new to the club, he's been a brother for a long time but he's new to this chapter, he's still kinda a lone soul. Doesn't speak much, to anyone! Dangerous aura around him, grumpy etc
And then we meet Sutton, completely new character who finds herself in bother when she defends herself in her own home with a cast iron frying pan - go Sutton!
Anyway, she turns to her neighbour, who turns to her bed-buddy who in turn turns to his brothers.
Cue Sutton moving in to he clubhouse for protection and for her ass and sass blunt attitude breaking through Vipers massive walls!
A lot of danger around the club but also a lot of love, friendship and family.
I liked it. 3.5/4
August 31, 2026
Okay, so I thought book 4 Thrust & Throttle was going to be my favorite of the series. However, I think Venom & Vengeance just defeated it hands down.
Duet Narration with the always swoon worthy James Cassidy who does the sexiest deep growly voice ever and Kasi Hollowell who blew away my ears with her narration of Sutton.
Sutton is an independent self-assured young woman who knows what she wants. She wants Viper. A member of the local cartel tries to kidnap Sutton, but she got the better end of that bargain. Viper and the Tarnished Angels step in to help protect her.
The battle between the cartel and the Tarnished Angels is heating up and who knows what might happen next.
Viper gets hurt, Sutton nurses him back to health. They both begin to realize that what they have might be something really good.
I absolutely adored this story. Thank you to Emma and Darkstar Romance for the ALC.
Duet Narration with the always swoon worthy James Cassidy who does the sexiest deep growly voice ever and Kasi Hollowell who blew away my ears with her narration of Sutton.
Sutton is an independent self-assured young woman who knows what she wants. She wants Viper. A member of the local cartel tries to kidnap Sutton, but she got the better end of that bargain. Viper and the Tarnished Angels step in to help protect her.
The battle between the cartel and the Tarnished Angels is heating up and who knows what might happen next.
Viper gets hurt, Sutton nurses him back to health. They both begin to realize that what they have might be something really good.
I absolutely adored this story. Thank you to Emma and Darkstar Romance for the ALC.
November 14, 2023
Venom & Vengeance is the fifth book in the Tarnished Angels Motorcycle Club series and honestly, this one had no right to make me cry like that.
We meet Viper and Sutton and let me tell you, the banter between them is freaking amazing. While there is not a lot of action going on, as this story is mainly told from Sutton's POV, the character development of every character is freaking amazing. The way the stories are told about the couples that we see in previous books, as well as the ones that didn't get them, is just over the top.
Overall, I adore this series, but it is dark and spicy, so make sure you read TWs before getting into this one.
We meet Viper and Sutton and let me tell you, the banter between them is freaking amazing. While there is not a lot of action going on, as this story is mainly told from Sutton's POV, the character development of every character is freaking amazing. The way the stories are told about the couples that we see in previous books, as well as the ones that didn't get them, is just over the top.
Overall, I adore this series, but it is dark and spicy, so make sure you read TWs before getting into this one.
July 19, 2025
The same as the rest of them. It really drags. And I finally figured out why. It's all her POV, all feminine, all gossip, all Old Ladies with their brood of children... All domestic, all HEA.
And I wanted a MC book. Him, being the hardass man, dealing with club business, going on the runs. But we're not privy to this kind of info.
And where are the club girls? A few first books mentioned them but they are never... in your face, like they should be. All OL are ok with the parties and their existence because they are...what...tame?
This series severely lacks the wild side. After book 3 it all seems samey samey. No cheating, even in the background, no OW drama, no couple problems. Everyone just leads their perfect MC life.
And I expected more.
And I wanted a MC book. Him, being the hardass man, dealing with club business, going on the runs. But we're not privy to this kind of info.
And where are the club girls? A few first books mentioned them but they are never... in your face, like they should be. All OL are ok with the parties and their existence because they are...what...tame?
This series severely lacks the wild side. After book 3 it all seems samey samey. No cheating, even in the background, no OW drama, no couple problems. Everyone just leads their perfect MC life.
And I expected more.
September 12, 2024
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️
rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️
world building/plot: 🌎🌎🌎🌎
tropes: ex convict, age gap, biker romance, grumpy x sunshine, grump tamer x brat tamer, touch her and 💀
pov: singular (🧍🏻♀️)
🌶️🌶️🌶️
rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️
world building/plot: 🌎🌎🌎🌎
tropes: ex convict, age gap, biker romance, grumpy x sunshine, grump tamer x brat tamer, touch her and 💀
pov: singular (🧍🏻♀️)
April 28, 2024
Not for me
That s started out good then just something didn't click for me any more the series has gone stale and killing of characters is getting old
That s started out good then just something didn't click for me any more the series has gone stale and killing of characters is getting old
May 25, 2023
ARC review: Viper and Sutton are fire together. Her sexy, sassy personality mixed with is dark protectiveness is an amazing mix. I loved the intense relationship they have together and I love seeing the other club members and hearing about their lives again.
This book is an emotional read but definitely worth it.
Viper is my new favourite in this entire series. Big call I know, but just wait until you meet him….
This book is an emotional read but definitely worth it.
Viper is my new favourite in this entire series. Big call I know, but just wait until you meet him….
June 1, 2023
This is becoming a fast favorite series! And each book is so good!! I loved Viper & Sutton! The snark and the banter between these 2 was perfection!! I loved seeing the past characters and catching up with them too.
June 2, 2023
3.5 Stars
I’ve greatly enjoyed this series, but this particularly story seemed slow. I had a hard time staying with. I did eventually finish it though.
I’ve greatly enjoyed this series, but this particularly story seemed slow. I had a hard time staying with. I did eventually finish it though.
May 25, 2023
🗯️
“𝒯𝒽𝑒𝓃 𝒷𝑒 𝓂𝓎 𝒪𝓁𝒹 𝐿𝒶𝒹𝓎,” 𝒽𝑒 𝓈𝒶𝒾𝒹. “𝐹𝑜𝓇 𝓇𝑒𝒶𝓁. 𝒰𝓃𝓉𝒾𝓁 𝑜𝓃𝑒 𝑜𝒻 𝓊𝓈 𝓉𝒶𝓀𝑒𝓈 𝑜𝓊𝓇 𝓁𝒶𝓈𝓉 𝒷𝓇𝑒𝒶𝓉𝒽. 𝐻𝑜𝓌𝑒𝓋𝑒𝓇 𝓁𝑜𝓃𝑔 𝓉𝒽𝒶𝓉 𝒾𝓈. 𝒯𝒽𝓇𝑒𝑒 𝒹𝒶𝓎𝓈, 𝓉𝒽𝓇𝑒𝑒 𝓎𝑒𝒶𝓇𝓈, 𝑜𝓇 𝓉𝒽𝒾𝓇𝓉𝓎…𝓌𝒽𝑜 𝓉𝒽𝑒 𝒽𝑒𝓁𝓁 𝓀𝓃𝑜𝓌𝓈. 𝒩𝑜𝓃𝑒 𝑜𝒻 𝓊𝓈 𝓀𝓃𝑜𝓌 𝒽𝑜𝓌 𝓁𝑜𝓃𝑔 𝓌𝑒 𝒽𝒶𝓋𝑒. 𝐼’𝓂 𝒶𝓈𝓀𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝓎𝑜𝓊 𝓉𝑜 𝓁𝒾𝓋𝑒 𝓌𝒽𝒶𝓉𝑒𝓋𝑒𝓇 𝓉𝒾𝓂𝑒 𝓌𝑒’𝓋𝑒 𝑔𝑜𝓉 𝓁𝑒𝒻𝓉 𝒶𝓈 𝓂𝓎 𝒪𝓁𝒹 𝐿𝒶𝒹𝓎.”
𝐼 𝓈𝓌𝒶𝓁𝓁𝑜𝓌𝑒𝒹. “𝐼𝓈𝓃’𝓉 𝒾𝓉 𝓉𝑜𝑜 𝓈𝑜𝑜𝓃?”
“𝒯𝑜𝑜 𝓈𝑜𝑜𝓃? 𝐵𝒶𝒷𝓎, 𝒻𝓇𝑜𝓂 𝓉𝒽𝑒 𝓂𝒾𝓃𝓊𝓉𝑒 𝓌𝑒’𝓇𝑒 𝒷𝑜𝓇𝓃, 𝓌𝑒’𝓇𝑒 𝒹𝓎𝒾𝓃𝑔. 𝐹𝓊𝒸𝓀 𝓉𝒾𝓂𝑒. 𝐹𝓊𝒸𝓀 𝒾𝓉 𝒶𝓁𝓁. 𝐿𝑒𝓉’𝓈 𝒿𝓊𝓈𝓉 𝒷𝑒 𝓉𝑜𝑔𝑒𝓉𝒽𝑒𝓇.”
📖 : Venom and Vengeance
👩🏻💻 : Emma Slate
Rating : ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Things move pretty fast for Sutton and Viper, but in the situation, I think it fits. After all, they meet when she is in dire need of help. So the fact that things get somewhat intense pretty soon into the book works.
The attraction between them is instantaneous and even though Viper says he is too old her her at 36 compared to her 22 he can’t completely hide how much he wants her from Sutton herself.
She treats him differently to anyone else, she doesn’t let him get away with grunting and forces him to have full conversation which his patched members are surprised to see!
The cartel makes a reappearance in this novel, and things go down. Unfortunately there are some deaths along with the grief that follows.
Sutton and Viper might be one of my favourite couple in this series, and I look forward as always to catching up with all of the couples in future books!
✔️ MC romance
✔️ Ex Con
✔️ Age Gap
✔️ Sassy MFC
✔️ Spice
Blurb 🏍️
He’s grumpy. Older. An ex-con. Did I mention I’m totally hot for him? After a near fatal run-in with the cartel, I turn to Viper for protection. He’s muscle for his motorcycle club, and the next thing I know I’m living in a biker clubhouse with my own personal bodyguard. Viper makes me feel safe…and desired.
No wonder I can’t keep my clothes on around him. The club welcomes me as one of their own, but the timing couldn’t be worse. Now I’m caught in a war between the club and a cartel. This wasn’t supposed to be my life. But the longer I stay with Viper, the more I realize neither of us want to say goodbye. Viper wants to keep me. Forever.
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“𝒯𝒽𝑒𝓃 𝒷𝑒 𝓂𝓎 𝒪𝓁𝒹 𝐿𝒶𝒹𝓎,” 𝒽𝑒 𝓈𝒶𝒾𝒹. “𝐹𝑜𝓇 𝓇𝑒𝒶𝓁. 𝒰𝓃𝓉𝒾𝓁 𝑜𝓃𝑒 𝑜𝒻 𝓊𝓈 𝓉𝒶𝓀𝑒𝓈 𝑜𝓊𝓇 𝓁𝒶𝓈𝓉 𝒷𝓇𝑒𝒶𝓉𝒽. 𝐻𝑜𝓌𝑒𝓋𝑒𝓇 𝓁𝑜𝓃𝑔 𝓉𝒽𝒶𝓉 𝒾𝓈. 𝒯𝒽𝓇𝑒𝑒 𝒹𝒶𝓎𝓈, 𝓉𝒽𝓇𝑒𝑒 𝓎𝑒𝒶𝓇𝓈, 𝑜𝓇 𝓉𝒽𝒾𝓇𝓉𝓎…𝓌𝒽𝑜 𝓉𝒽𝑒 𝒽𝑒𝓁𝓁 𝓀𝓃𝑜𝓌𝓈. 𝒩𝑜𝓃𝑒 𝑜𝒻 𝓊𝓈 𝓀𝓃𝑜𝓌 𝒽𝑜𝓌 𝓁𝑜𝓃𝑔 𝓌𝑒 𝒽𝒶𝓋𝑒. 𝐼’𝓂 𝒶𝓈𝓀𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝓎𝑜𝓊 𝓉𝑜 𝓁𝒾𝓋𝑒 𝓌𝒽𝒶𝓉𝑒𝓋𝑒𝓇 𝓉𝒾𝓂𝑒 𝓌𝑒’𝓋𝑒 𝑔𝑜𝓉 𝓁𝑒𝒻𝓉 𝒶𝓈 𝓂𝓎 𝒪𝓁𝒹 𝐿𝒶𝒹𝓎.”
𝐼 𝓈𝓌𝒶𝓁𝓁𝑜𝓌𝑒𝒹. “𝐼𝓈𝓃’𝓉 𝒾𝓉 𝓉𝑜𝑜 𝓈𝑜𝑜𝓃?”
“𝒯𝑜𝑜 𝓈𝑜𝑜𝓃? 𝐵𝒶𝒷𝓎, 𝒻𝓇𝑜𝓂 𝓉𝒽𝑒 𝓂𝒾𝓃𝓊𝓉𝑒 𝓌𝑒’𝓇𝑒 𝒷𝑜𝓇𝓃, 𝓌𝑒’𝓇𝑒 𝒹𝓎𝒾𝓃𝑔. 𝐹𝓊𝒸𝓀 𝓉𝒾𝓂𝑒. 𝐹𝓊𝒸𝓀 𝒾𝓉 𝒶𝓁𝓁. 𝐿𝑒𝓉’𝓈 𝒿𝓊𝓈𝓉 𝒷𝑒 𝓉𝑜𝑔𝑒𝓉𝒽𝑒𝓇.”
📖 : Venom and Vengeance
👩🏻💻 : Emma Slate
Rating : ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Things move pretty fast for Sutton and Viper, but in the situation, I think it fits. After all, they meet when she is in dire need of help. So the fact that things get somewhat intense pretty soon into the book works.
The attraction between them is instantaneous and even though Viper says he is too old her her at 36 compared to her 22 he can’t completely hide how much he wants her from Sutton herself.
She treats him differently to anyone else, she doesn’t let him get away with grunting and forces him to have full conversation which his patched members are surprised to see!
The cartel makes a reappearance in this novel, and things go down. Unfortunately there are some deaths along with the grief that follows.
Sutton and Viper might be one of my favourite couple in this series, and I look forward as always to catching up with all of the couples in future books!
✔️ MC romance
✔️ Ex Con
✔️ Age Gap
✔️ Sassy MFC
✔️ Spice
Blurb 🏍️
He’s grumpy. Older. An ex-con. Did I mention I’m totally hot for him? After a near fatal run-in with the cartel, I turn to Viper for protection. He’s muscle for his motorcycle club, and the next thing I know I’m living in a biker clubhouse with my own personal bodyguard. Viper makes me feel safe…and desired.
No wonder I can’t keep my clothes on around him. The club welcomes me as one of their own, but the timing couldn’t be worse. Now I’m caught in a war between the club and a cartel. This wasn’t supposed to be my life. But the longer I stay with Viper, the more I realize neither of us want to say goodbye. Viper wants to keep me. Forever.
#ARCReader #bookrecomendation #books #booklover #happy #reader #romancebooks #love #Shelfie #bookstagram #ILoveBooks #bookreview #bookworm #BookObsessed #ILoveReading #bookboyfriend #bookboyfriendsdoitbetter #KindleReads #kindleunlimited #amazon #Spicy #comingsoon #MC #MCRomance #EmmaSlate #VenomandVengeance
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February 22, 2026
I have said it before and I will keep saying it. I love Emma Slate’s work. She knows how to write swoon worthy men, each one uniquely different, layered, and secretly soft beneath all that intimidation.
When a book opens with Sutton beating a man with a frying pan after he breaks into her house with bad intentions, you know immediately that this is going to be a good one.
Sutton is a strong, independent woman who prefers to be alone and take care of herself. She does not rely on anyone and has built her life around self sufficiency. That all gets shaken up the moment she is thrown into the world of the Tarnished Angels and meets Viper.
Viper is intimidating, quiet, and deeply closed off. As the club’s intimidator, he is the kind of man no one can read and no one wants to cross. He protects what is his and does not let himself be vulnerable. Then Sutton walks into his life and suddenly he starts opening up, letting his guard down, and even smiling. Watching that shift was one of my favorite parts of the book.
What begins as a practical agreement to hook up while stuck in the clubhouse turns into something much deeper. Neither of them plans to fall, but it becomes clear very quickly that staying away from each other is impossible. Their connection grows naturally as they learn to trust and rely on one another.
The spice is present, but it is not the focal point. It enhances the story rather than overtaking it, showing intimacy and connection without overshadowing the emotional development of their relationship.
This book hit hard emotionally, especially with the loss of several side characters. One in particular was someone I had really hoped would eventually get their own story, which made those moments sting even more.
Emma Slate has a talent for pulling you into a world you never want to leave. Strong, intimidating bikers who turn out to be absolute cinnamon rolls at heart will never stop working for me. This was another book I read in one sitting because I simply could not put it down.
When a book opens with Sutton beating a man with a frying pan after he breaks into her house with bad intentions, you know immediately that this is going to be a good one.
Sutton is a strong, independent woman who prefers to be alone and take care of herself. She does not rely on anyone and has built her life around self sufficiency. That all gets shaken up the moment she is thrown into the world of the Tarnished Angels and meets Viper.
Viper is intimidating, quiet, and deeply closed off. As the club’s intimidator, he is the kind of man no one can read and no one wants to cross. He protects what is his and does not let himself be vulnerable. Then Sutton walks into his life and suddenly he starts opening up, letting his guard down, and even smiling. Watching that shift was one of my favorite parts of the book.
What begins as a practical agreement to hook up while stuck in the clubhouse turns into something much deeper. Neither of them plans to fall, but it becomes clear very quickly that staying away from each other is impossible. Their connection grows naturally as they learn to trust and rely on one another.
The spice is present, but it is not the focal point. It enhances the story rather than overtaking it, showing intimacy and connection without overshadowing the emotional development of their relationship.
This book hit hard emotionally, especially with the loss of several side characters. One in particular was someone I had really hoped would eventually get their own story, which made those moments sting even more.
Emma Slate has a talent for pulling you into a world you never want to leave. Strong, intimidating bikers who turn out to be absolute cinnamon rolls at heart will never stop working for me. This was another book I read in one sitting because I simply could not put it down.
June 11, 2023
Venom & Vengeance is book 5 in the Tarnished Angels Motorcycle Club series by Emma Slate and boy is it a not one! The story focuses on Viper and Sutton. Sutton is one strong woman, thrown into the path of the cartel through no fault of her own, she is helped out by the Tarnished Angels MC, but more importantly, the grumpy and older MC member, Viper a man who sees someone as youthful as Sutton and thinks that she is too young for him…of which he is greatly mistaken. Sutton doesn’t take no prisoners and she gives as good as she gets and continuously keeps Viper on the backfoot with her shenanigans.
This was a great, steamy and sometimes funny read as we watch Viper and Sutton’s relationship unfold. At no point is it an easy relationship as there is a lot going on with both characters as well as things going on around them, which is out of their control, but which seeps into their lives! Sutton and Viper are pretty perfect for each other and compliment each other in the best way! Even though Viper is older, he is protective of Sutton but also wants her to grow and gives her some great advice! The sexy times between the characters was great and made the pages melt.
As with other books in this series, other characters pop in throughout the story which gives a great sense of brotherhood and camaraderie. There is also a serious side to the story with the cartel popping its head into the story again, and not everyone will survive what is going to happen!
Another great page turner, this series just keeps getting better and better. I wonder who’s going to get their story told next. I know I can’t wait.
More of my reviews can be found on my blog: http://thehotmesslibrary.blogspot.com
This was a great, steamy and sometimes funny read as we watch Viper and Sutton’s relationship unfold. At no point is it an easy relationship as there is a lot going on with both characters as well as things going on around them, which is out of their control, but which seeps into their lives! Sutton and Viper are pretty perfect for each other and compliment each other in the best way! Even though Viper is older, he is protective of Sutton but also wants her to grow and gives her some great advice! The sexy times between the characters was great and made the pages melt.
As with other books in this series, other characters pop in throughout the story which gives a great sense of brotherhood and camaraderie. There is also a serious side to the story with the cartel popping its head into the story again, and not everyone will survive what is going to happen!
Another great page turner, this series just keeps getting better and better. I wonder who’s going to get their story told next. I know I can’t wait.
More of my reviews can be found on my blog: http://thehotmesslibrary.blogspot.com
August 29, 2026
I am not usually a big fan of Motorcycle Club romances but this book was definitely an exception. The banter, chemistry between the main couple and strong found family aspect really brought me into this world.
Sutton is brought into the protection of a local biker gang after she kills a member of their rival cartel. Viper is the giant, grumpy member assigned to protect her. What she worries will be like prison turns out to be a group of people who help her re-start her life and give a her a place that begins to feel like home. Especially when she stops fighting her attraction to the surly biker who would do anything for her.
Having tried two different series by Emma Slate, this is my favorite of her books by far. Sutton is so dang cute, kind and positive. You just can’t help but love her. More mature at just 22 than many FMCs I have read lately. Viper has only been with this chapter of the MC for a month and it’s great to watch him bond with the other guys as Sutton brings him out of his shell. Between the bikers and their “old ladies” who seem to be able to accomplish anything through a few messages in the group chat, they really do create a family. The war with the cartel subplot brings realistic high stakes and danger.
The audio book is Duet style narration performed by Kasi Hollowell & James Cassidy. Kasi’s Sutton is freaking adorable, perfectly embodying her spitfire nickname with great comedic timing. As Viper, James Cassidy gets to lean into that growly deep part of his voice that is truly menacing, with the softer side just for Sutton. The chemistry between these two really elevates the book.
Thank you to Dark Star audio and author Emma Slate for the chance to listen to and review copy of this audio book.
Sutton is brought into the protection of a local biker gang after she kills a member of their rival cartel. Viper is the giant, grumpy member assigned to protect her. What she worries will be like prison turns out to be a group of people who help her re-start her life and give a her a place that begins to feel like home. Especially when she stops fighting her attraction to the surly biker who would do anything for her.
Having tried two different series by Emma Slate, this is my favorite of her books by far. Sutton is so dang cute, kind and positive. You just can’t help but love her. More mature at just 22 than many FMCs I have read lately. Viper has only been with this chapter of the MC for a month and it’s great to watch him bond with the other guys as Sutton brings him out of his shell. Between the bikers and their “old ladies” who seem to be able to accomplish anything through a few messages in the group chat, they really do create a family. The war with the cartel subplot brings realistic high stakes and danger.
The audio book is Duet style narration performed by Kasi Hollowell & James Cassidy. Kasi’s Sutton is freaking adorable, perfectly embodying her spitfire nickname with great comedic timing. As Viper, James Cassidy gets to lean into that growly deep part of his voice that is truly menacing, with the softer side just for Sutton. The chemistry between these two really elevates the book.
Thank you to Dark Star audio and author Emma Slate for the chance to listen to and review copy of this audio book.
May 25, 2023
Wow, well what a ride that book was.
Talk about starting with a bang, this book goes in full steam ahead and just doesn’t let up throughout.
I love this series, the characters and most especially that the author isn’t afraid of mixing it up and throwing in shock and awe.
Venom and Sutton are a match made in heaven. She is mouthy, self aware, independent and sassy. Life gave her lemons and she made lemon drop shots and threw her middle finger in the air. Her strength and depth was fab to read and I loved how despite her young age she didn’t cave when surrounded by alpha protectors and become poor little me. She stood up to be counted and made sure Venom knew who she was and what she wanted out of life. Her fearlessness and depth of love for her new found family was delightfully emotional.
These bikers, big teddy bears when it comes to their MC family, to anyone else they are deadly and dangerous.
Venom is no different, perhaps worse as when we meet him he is the silent broody loner of the group with a history that comes out slowly explaining it all. The change in him that Sutton brings is slow and like a beautiful flower blooming, such an amazing couple.
Family times, dangerous times, emotional times, steam for days times, this book brings it all
If I wanted more of anything (who am I kidding I wanted 500 more pages of what I already got!!) it would be more about what happened when the brothers rode off to do their “thing” stuff happens off page which is beautifully written, but the blood thirsty part of me wants details
A fab series and I can’t wait for the next one
Talk about starting with a bang, this book goes in full steam ahead and just doesn’t let up throughout.
I love this series, the characters and most especially that the author isn’t afraid of mixing it up and throwing in shock and awe.
Venom and Sutton are a match made in heaven. She is mouthy, self aware, independent and sassy. Life gave her lemons and she made lemon drop shots and threw her middle finger in the air. Her strength and depth was fab to read and I loved how despite her young age she didn’t cave when surrounded by alpha protectors and become poor little me. She stood up to be counted and made sure Venom knew who she was and what she wanted out of life. Her fearlessness and depth of love for her new found family was delightfully emotional.
These bikers, big teddy bears when it comes to their MC family, to anyone else they are deadly and dangerous.
Venom is no different, perhaps worse as when we meet him he is the silent broody loner of the group with a history that comes out slowly explaining it all. The change in him that Sutton brings is slow and like a beautiful flower blooming, such an amazing couple.
Family times, dangerous times, emotional times, steam for days times, this book brings it all
If I wanted more of anything (who am I kidding I wanted 500 more pages of what I already got!!) it would be more about what happened when the brothers rode off to do their “thing” stuff happens off page which is beautifully written, but the blood thirsty part of me wants details
A fab series and I can’t wait for the next one
September 2, 2026
This book had me full on laughing while listening to it! I absolutely loved Viper and Sutton!
Sutton is witty and such a brat. She has absolutely no filter and so feisty. This made her my favorite character from this series this far! Her fearlessness in that opening scene drew me in, but her tenacity and stubbornness to make Viper see her as a potential partner was one of the things I loved most about her! She truly wanted him, and just wanted him to see that age is just a number and they could be amazing together.
Viper is jaded like the rest of the men from this MC, but he has a heart of gold even though he is grumpy. His stony exterior and menacing presence scare people off, so most don't even try to get to know him or speak to him. It was amazing to see him come out of his shell as well, and be more open and talkative. He seemed pretty closed off to his MC brothers so that was fantastic to see.
This book was more centered around the relationship between Viper and Sutton and I loved that! Their charismatic pull to each other was so unbelievably cute and real! But of course, Viper believes he won't catch feelings 🙄 why do these men lie to themselves? 😂
The audiobook made my day. For real, the banter in this had me wheezing 🤣 Kasi Hollowell was the perfect narrator for Sutton. She brought all the sass and brought her to life in the best possible way! Huge props for the amazing performance! James Cassidy always brings his A game, and this audiobook was no different! Viper's personality was clear as day with his performance!
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶🌶.5
Narration: 🎙🎙🎙🎙🎙
Sutton is witty and such a brat. She has absolutely no filter and so feisty. This made her my favorite character from this series this far! Her fearlessness in that opening scene drew me in, but her tenacity and stubbornness to make Viper see her as a potential partner was one of the things I loved most about her! She truly wanted him, and just wanted him to see that age is just a number and they could be amazing together.
Viper is jaded like the rest of the men from this MC, but he has a heart of gold even though he is grumpy. His stony exterior and menacing presence scare people off, so most don't even try to get to know him or speak to him. It was amazing to see him come out of his shell as well, and be more open and talkative. He seemed pretty closed off to his MC brothers so that was fantastic to see.
This book was more centered around the relationship between Viper and Sutton and I loved that! Their charismatic pull to each other was so unbelievably cute and real! But of course, Viper believes he won't catch feelings 🙄 why do these men lie to themselves? 😂
The audiobook made my day. For real, the banter in this had me wheezing 🤣 Kasi Hollowell was the perfect narrator for Sutton. She brought all the sass and brought her to life in the best possible way! Huge props for the amazing performance! James Cassidy always brings his A game, and this audiobook was no different! Viper's personality was clear as day with his performance!
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶🌶.5
Narration: 🎙🎙🎙🎙🎙
June 5, 2023
I love Emma Slate.
I love the Tarnished Angels MC (formerly Blue Angels MC).
Not a huge fan of the age gap romance where it’s always pointed out that there’s a gap. But I also didn’t like friends to lovers romances either and Willa & Duke’s story was amazing. So maybe I don’t really know what I like anymore. And that’s all because of Emma Slate.
Sutton and Viper’s story was so good. There were parts that were incredibly sad and I had a really hard time turning the page when I knew what was coming. I legit gasped “no!” out loud and couldn’t/wouldn’t turn the page for at least three minutes. That wasn’t cool at all Emma! It can be made up to me by giving me their story. And a Three Kings series.
I loved Sutton’s sass. I always try to connect someway with the h of the story, but I often found myself thinking “that’s something I would say!” after one of her quips. In crazy situations I often make jokes because if I’m laughing, I’m not crying. But I digress.
I also loved Viper’s hard candy shell and cinnamon roll interior. Swoon. The fact that he was up front with her, told her the truth - or as much of it as he could - and didn’t sugar coat things…well it’s just not something you see normally in romances these days and it was refreshing.
I think that’s why I’ve loved almost everything Emma Slate has written (except the spider one, not the weirdest book I’ve read but definitely cracks the top 20 for sure). Her characters are strong, funny, steadfast, and they don’t play games with the ones they love.
I can’t wait for the next book!!
10/10
I love the Tarnished Angels MC (formerly Blue Angels MC).
Not a huge fan of the age gap romance where it’s always pointed out that there’s a gap. But I also didn’t like friends to lovers romances either and Willa & Duke’s story was amazing. So maybe I don’t really know what I like anymore. And that’s all because of Emma Slate.
Sutton and Viper’s story was so good. There were parts that were incredibly sad and I had a really hard time turning the page when I knew what was coming. I legit gasped “no!” out loud and couldn’t/wouldn’t turn the page for at least three minutes. That wasn’t cool at all Emma! It can be made up to me by giving me their story. And a Three Kings series.
I loved Sutton’s sass. I always try to connect someway with the h of the story, but I often found myself thinking “that’s something I would say!” after one of her quips. In crazy situations I often make jokes because if I’m laughing, I’m not crying. But I digress.
I also loved Viper’s hard candy shell and cinnamon roll interior. Swoon. The fact that he was up front with her, told her the truth - or as much of it as he could - and didn’t sugar coat things…well it’s just not something you see normally in romances these days and it was refreshing.
I think that’s why I’ve loved almost everything Emma Slate has written (except the spider one, not the weirdest book I’ve read but definitely cracks the top 20 for sure). Her characters are strong, funny, steadfast, and they don’t play games with the ones they love.
I can’t wait for the next book!!
10/10
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