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The 'Cuda Confessions #2
Turn & Burn
When asked to be the keynote speaker to honor my stepfather’s twenty-fifth year with Ridenhour Racing, I was determined to get even with my stepbrothers. When I took an instant dislike to the team's young superstar, Dale knocked my plans awry by betting his prized '71 Barracuda Hemi against Kolby’s new Audi RS7 that I could beat the rising NASCAR superstar in a drag race.
I agree to the high-stakes bet, only to realize I’m back where I swore to never be again, drag racing on the country lane where Colt Hannah ruined my life.
Can I find a way to put Colt and Caine on their knees and still win the race, or must I betray the growing relationship I’ve found with my stepfather to get vengeance on the pair who humiliated me?
One thing hasn’t changed in the four years since I left town. Nothing with the Hannah brothers is ever what it seems.
And once more, when I leave town again, neither am I.
I agree to the high-stakes bet, only to realize I’m back where I swore to never be again, drag racing on the country lane where Colt Hannah ruined my life.
Can I find a way to put Colt and Caine on their knees and still win the race, or must I betray the growing relationship I’ve found with my stepfather to get vengeance on the pair who humiliated me?
One thing hasn’t changed in the four years since I left town. Nothing with the Hannah brothers is ever what it seems.
And once more, when I leave town again, neither am I.
280 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 18, 2015
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Eden Connor
38 books573 followersEden Connor graduated from Converse College with a degree in Psychology so long ago, her sheepskin is chiseled in stone. She’s been a graphic artist, a bridal photographer and an antique restorer. Since the death of her true love, she raised two children to adulthood and now has the time to return to writing. She writes primarily contemporary erotic romances, the odd bit of erotica and an occasional paranormal piece. Most of her writing is set where she lives, in South Carolina, so expect the handsome stranger to come equipped with a slow drawl. Addicted to hazelnut creamer, baseball and cranberry glass, she likes the music of Motown and when not writing about adults behaving badly, she takes a stab at the occasional needlepoint canvas.
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September 13, 2015
**ARC** 4 years later...this story basically revolves around SHELBY'S VINTAGE PURPLE BARACUDA CONVERTIBLE.
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Shelby is asked to be a speaker for her stepfathers 25 years service award, while there she learns someone has made an offer on the Cuda. In the meantime a turn of events puts Shelby behind the wheel and her questioning herself whether she should go for the win or throw the race, a lot is counting on this either way. In this story there are truths/lies, revenge, hurt, and other very unexpected things.
Lets take a look at the sexy brothers Caine & Colt 4 years later.
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COLT
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Our feisty redhead: SHELBY
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Oh and don't worry those of us who like some dirty, there's some of that too, not as much as in book #1 but still... (fan myself)
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This ends in an interesting cliffy, oh Eden, I think it's time for Shelby to stop giving, I say she takes what she wants and I so want it!
Sometimes it has to be about yourself especially in these circumstances. This is how I feel about Caroline (I'm sorry)
I say we take a ride with Shelby...
And cross that finish line and collect her prize.
Shelby is asked to be a speaker for her stepfathers 25 years service award, while there she learns someone has made an offer on the Cuda. In the meantime a turn of events puts Shelby behind the wheel and her questioning herself whether she should go for the win or throw the race, a lot is counting on this either way. In this story there are truths/lies, revenge, hurt, and other very unexpected things.
Lets take a look at the sexy brothers Caine & Colt 4 years later.
CAINE
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COLT
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Our feisty redhead: SHELBY
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Oh and don't worry those of us who like some dirty, there's some of that too, not as much as in book #1 but still... (fan myself)
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This ends in an interesting cliffy, oh Eden, I think it's time for Shelby to stop giving, I say she takes what she wants and I so want it!
Sometimes it has to be about yourself especially in these circumstances. This is how I feel about Caroline (I'm sorry)
I say we take a ride with Shelby...
And cross that finish line and collect her prize.
June 24, 2015
Kitty and Slick's Two-Fer review posted at Guilty Pleasures Book Reviews
KITTY'S REVIEW 5 STARS
I waited breathlessly for this book to come out. I could not wait to see where Eden Connor was taking this story and how she was going to start bringing us a happily ever after for Shelby. I was in no way disappointed with the tale that she spun. But, still a little confused as to where the HEA is going to fit in to this raw, gritty read filled with everything from love to disgust.
Shelby, Colt, Caine, Caroline, Brandon .... now Jonny and Robert and little Shelby. Where, oh where is she taking us on this wild ride? I have no idea!
Turn and Burn was filled with everything that I was looking for. As I said, it was raw and gritty, it is in no way a "kissy, kissy" book filled with hearts and flowers. It is definitely filled with a kind of love that is down and dirty, hardcore and hardwired. Centered around three people who probably don't really know how to love but know that it's there for them. None of them had the unconditional love that we are so used to reading in romance novels. Which is why I absolutely love this series.
As Shelby planned her revenge, I was totally drawn in. Was she really going to get back at Colt and Caine or would she surrender to the Hannah name and pull off the ride of her life against a jackass that doesn't deserve to be behind the wheel of a car? As truths (maybe) are told and real life intervenes in her plans, the reality of what was done in the past, why and all the people involved, has Shelby taking a step back and rethinking everything that she thought she knew. But, she has become a stronger, more capable woman in the years that she was away at school and how she handles the situations are totally her decisions. So, will she or won't she?
I really came to respect Shelby a whole lot more in this book. No spoilers but, what she did for the man that completely betrayed her was unbelievable. As for Colt and Caine ... I am still not sure what the truth really is. Even Caroline has me confused. If I could figure out her game, then maybe I'd be able to figure out who is telling the truth and who is spinning the story to help themself. Eden Connor is really keeping us on the edge of our seats and now has me waiting, again, for the final installment of the 'Cuda Confessions.
So, what did I love about this book? Well, the way it is written - no light and fluffy stuff here. Eden really puts things out there and tells it like it is. The storyline is written so that you have to wonder just how true this is and who this really happened to. Maybe not in the NASCAR world but somewhere close by. What didn't I like about the book? How about that I am more confused as to where the story is going than when I finished Gas or Ass? Really! But, I will tell you this ... I am NOT Team Robert. I am definitely Team Colt and Caine. Something about them has me believing that they truly do have feelings for Shelby and it's not just sex. I love Dale and am beginning to really despise Macy and am convinced she only wants the status that Dale brought to her life. And, the more I think about it, I think Caroline is just on a power trip and is just pissing me off.
So, now I just have to sit back and wait for Book 3. Of course, I will re-read Gas or Ass and Turn and Burn while I am waiting ... I just cannot get enough of the Hannah's!
SLICK'S REVIEW 4.5 STARS
**REVIEWERS NOTE: This is not a happily ever after story (not yet); this is a twisted tale of life in a small town in the south where NASCAR is king and everyone is in your business all the time. This is an EROTIC coming of age story and contains scenes with multiple partners, some M/M action, some F/F action, toys and sex in every form. You have been warned! If you have not read Gas or Ass it is imperative that you do before reading Turn and Burn.
When I read the first book in this trilogy, Gas or Ass, I was quite simply blown away; it was inventive, it was fresh and to be honest when I was asked to read it I wasn't quite sure I would enjoy it but because I've always loved this author's work I tried it and I couldn't WAIT to share it with my fellow readers. Anyone who reads my reviews knows I'm not a fan of trilogies or serials or whatever you want to call books that don't end with a HEA or at the very least a HFN but since I knew going in these books wouldn't have that and because of the very different situation I was prepared and ready for it and for this heroine the endings have worked; in fact they were needed. Turn and Burn takes place four years after Shelby left "home" after being betrayed by her step-brothers and after her own mother not only didn't believe her but took their side. Shelby has grown up a lot in those 4 years; she's sharpened her tongue, she's become very worldly, she's had to admit that some of what happened she not only loved she now craves and she knows that at some point she will put everyone who let her down in their place. She has also forged a very decent relationship with her step-father Dale and that is the only reason she is going "home;" to celebrate his 25 years as a crew chief for the NASCAR team he words for. This book is Shelby taking back her life and taking what she wants from it; this is a woman who is in control and plans to show everyone that she plans to live life on her terms.
What I loved about this book was watching Shelby go from being uncertain of the mixed-up feelings she had, of being angry at the circumstances that had her fleeing home to taking her life back as she uncovers the truth of the incidents that sent her running in the first place. I admire her for facing everyone even knowing it was going to be hard and even though she had second, third and fourth thoughts about doing so. Shelby has become one tough red headed b*tch and revenge is her middle name.
I will say once again that Ms. Connor weaves a twisted (in more ways than one) and complicated plot with characters that would be welcomed with open arms on the Maury Povich show. It had been awhile since I read the first book so I did have to go back and clarify some things and refresh my memory, not with the main characters but with a few of the secondary ones, and I'm serious when I say that there were some shocking discoveries as well as some clarity as to what motivated some of the things that happened in that first book and even before (and can I just say that now I'd welcome a prequel to this story, please don't yell at me Eden) because I am really curious about everything that happened back when Shelby's step-father was that up and coming driver.
To say that Shelby makes a name for herself while back home is putting it mildly; she confronts the people that took advantage of her and she proves that just because she has boobs she knows how to drive. Her relationship with her step-Dad, Dale, is stronger than ever, she mends her relationship with her friend Caroline, and we see that her relationship with her Mom will never be easy simply because her Mom doesn't want to say or do anything to upset her husband. As for her relationship with her step-brothers...well that is still strange, strained, and warped beyond all reason, BUT and I stress that but, this time Shelby is in control and that makes all the difference in this story.
This my friends is not a pretty story; it is messy, it is complicated, it is so damn addicting and I know I am not the only one who is anxiously awaiting the final book. What started out for this author kind of a big FU to people bad mouthing authors who write step-brother romances; this series has morphed into so much more and I am so happy to have been along for every thrilling second of the ride.
Review copy provided for an honest review.
KITTY'S REVIEW 5 STARS
I waited breathlessly for this book to come out. I could not wait to see where Eden Connor was taking this story and how she was going to start bringing us a happily ever after for Shelby. I was in no way disappointed with the tale that she spun. But, still a little confused as to where the HEA is going to fit in to this raw, gritty read filled with everything from love to disgust.
Shelby, Colt, Caine, Caroline, Brandon .... now Jonny and Robert and little Shelby. Where, oh where is she taking us on this wild ride? I have no idea!
Turn and Burn was filled with everything that I was looking for. As I said, it was raw and gritty, it is in no way a "kissy, kissy" book filled with hearts and flowers. It is definitely filled with a kind of love that is down and dirty, hardcore and hardwired. Centered around three people who probably don't really know how to love but know that it's there for them. None of them had the unconditional love that we are so used to reading in romance novels. Which is why I absolutely love this series.
As Shelby planned her revenge, I was totally drawn in. Was she really going to get back at Colt and Caine or would she surrender to the Hannah name and pull off the ride of her life against a jackass that doesn't deserve to be behind the wheel of a car? As truths (maybe) are told and real life intervenes in her plans, the reality of what was done in the past, why and all the people involved, has Shelby taking a step back and rethinking everything that she thought she knew. But, she has become a stronger, more capable woman in the years that she was away at school and how she handles the situations are totally her decisions. So, will she or won't she?
I really came to respect Shelby a whole lot more in this book. No spoilers but, what she did for the man that completely betrayed her was unbelievable. As for Colt and Caine ... I am still not sure what the truth really is. Even Caroline has me confused. If I could figure out her game, then maybe I'd be able to figure out who is telling the truth and who is spinning the story to help themself. Eden Connor is really keeping us on the edge of our seats and now has me waiting, again, for the final installment of the 'Cuda Confessions.
So, what did I love about this book? Well, the way it is written - no light and fluffy stuff here. Eden really puts things out there and tells it like it is. The storyline is written so that you have to wonder just how true this is and who this really happened to. Maybe not in the NASCAR world but somewhere close by. What didn't I like about the book? How about that I am more confused as to where the story is going than when I finished Gas or Ass? Really! But, I will tell you this ... I am NOT Team Robert. I am definitely Team Colt and Caine. Something about them has me believing that they truly do have feelings for Shelby and it's not just sex. I love Dale and am beginning to really despise Macy and am convinced she only wants the status that Dale brought to her life. And, the more I think about it, I think Caroline is just on a power trip and is just pissing me off.
So, now I just have to sit back and wait for Book 3. Of course, I will re-read Gas or Ass and Turn and Burn while I am waiting ... I just cannot get enough of the Hannah's!
SLICK'S REVIEW 4.5 STARS
**REVIEWERS NOTE: This is not a happily ever after story (not yet); this is a twisted tale of life in a small town in the south where NASCAR is king and everyone is in your business all the time. This is an EROTIC coming of age story and contains scenes with multiple partners, some M/M action, some F/F action, toys and sex in every form. You have been warned! If you have not read Gas or Ass it is imperative that you do before reading Turn and Burn.
When I read the first book in this trilogy, Gas or Ass, I was quite simply blown away; it was inventive, it was fresh and to be honest when I was asked to read it I wasn't quite sure I would enjoy it but because I've always loved this author's work I tried it and I couldn't WAIT to share it with my fellow readers. Anyone who reads my reviews knows I'm not a fan of trilogies or serials or whatever you want to call books that don't end with a HEA or at the very least a HFN but since I knew going in these books wouldn't have that and because of the very different situation I was prepared and ready for it and for this heroine the endings have worked; in fact they were needed. Turn and Burn takes place four years after Shelby left "home" after being betrayed by her step-brothers and after her own mother not only didn't believe her but took their side. Shelby has grown up a lot in those 4 years; she's sharpened her tongue, she's become very worldly, she's had to admit that some of what happened she not only loved she now craves and she knows that at some point she will put everyone who let her down in their place. She has also forged a very decent relationship with her step-father Dale and that is the only reason she is going "home;" to celebrate his 25 years as a crew chief for the NASCAR team he words for. This book is Shelby taking back her life and taking what she wants from it; this is a woman who is in control and plans to show everyone that she plans to live life on her terms.
What I loved about this book was watching Shelby go from being uncertain of the mixed-up feelings she had, of being angry at the circumstances that had her fleeing home to taking her life back as she uncovers the truth of the incidents that sent her running in the first place. I admire her for facing everyone even knowing it was going to be hard and even though she had second, third and fourth thoughts about doing so. Shelby has become one tough red headed b*tch and revenge is her middle name.
I will say once again that Ms. Connor weaves a twisted (in more ways than one) and complicated plot with characters that would be welcomed with open arms on the Maury Povich show. It had been awhile since I read the first book so I did have to go back and clarify some things and refresh my memory, not with the main characters but with a few of the secondary ones, and I'm serious when I say that there were some shocking discoveries as well as some clarity as to what motivated some of the things that happened in that first book and even before (and can I just say that now I'd welcome a prequel to this story, please don't yell at me Eden) because I am really curious about everything that happened back when Shelby's step-father was that up and coming driver.
To say that Shelby makes a name for herself while back home is putting it mildly; she confronts the people that took advantage of her and she proves that just because she has boobs she knows how to drive. Her relationship with her step-Dad, Dale, is stronger than ever, she mends her relationship with her friend Caroline, and we see that her relationship with her Mom will never be easy simply because her Mom doesn't want to say or do anything to upset her husband. As for her relationship with her step-brothers...well that is still strange, strained, and warped beyond all reason, BUT and I stress that but, this time Shelby is in control and that makes all the difference in this story.
This my friends is not a pretty story; it is messy, it is complicated, it is so damn addicting and I know I am not the only one who is anxiously awaiting the final book. What started out for this author kind of a big FU to people bad mouthing authors who write step-brother romances; this series has morphed into so much more and I am so happy to have been along for every thrilling second of the ride.
Review copy provided for an honest review.
June 22, 2015
ARC kindly provided in exchange for an honest review.
4.5 Burn My Panties Off Stars!!
Race Cars, Taboo, Menage, Oh, My!
I loved this even more than the first. Make sure you read the first book, Gas Or Ass!
I went in thinking I wanted revenge, and I did. But somehow my heart was swayed. Shelby was betrayed by her step brothers in the most deceitful way. I wanted her to come back with vengeance. By the end of the book, I was heartbroken, not sure what I really wanted, and needing the next book like my life depended on it.
I wasn't sold from the first book, but this one captured me. I didn't expect to fall in love or laugh out loud with these characters. I'm not a NASCAR fan, or racing for that matter, but the excitement from winning, the race, made the story leaked with excitement. I couldn't turn the pages fast enough. Underneath the racing and the hotness, there's a real story of family bonding, loyalty, and love.
If you like unconventional sex, a bit of taboo, and heartfelt moments then jump on this one. There's isn't a thing normal with this story and I love it even more because of it.
4.5 Burn My Panties Off Stars!!
Race Cars, Taboo, Menage, Oh, My!
I loved this even more than the first. Make sure you read the first book, Gas Or Ass!
I went in thinking I wanted revenge, and I did. But somehow my heart was swayed. Shelby was betrayed by her step brothers in the most deceitful way. I wanted her to come back with vengeance. By the end of the book, I was heartbroken, not sure what I really wanted, and needing the next book like my life depended on it.
I wasn't sold from the first book, but this one captured me. I didn't expect to fall in love or laugh out loud with these characters. I'm not a NASCAR fan, or racing for that matter, but the excitement from winning, the race, made the story leaked with excitement. I couldn't turn the pages fast enough. Underneath the racing and the hotness, there's a real story of family bonding, loyalty, and love.
If you like unconventional sex, a bit of taboo, and heartfelt moments then jump on this one. There's isn't a thing normal with this story and I love it even more because of it.
August 18, 2017
I was very excited for this book to arrive. It's the sequel to Gas or Ass which ended with a huge cliffhanger. It begins four years later with Shelby away at college but still hating her "step-brothers".
"Revenge is a red headed bitch"
She finds herself emerged back into the world of fast cars, hot sex and sexy country boys...even though she wanted to stay away. I didn't like this one as much as the first but it was still very good. I'm probably just mad at the end. Shelby doesn't end up with who I was hoping for. BUT I just found out there will be a third book in just a few weeks!! (Isn't everything a trilogy nowadays?) I truly love the authors disclaimer at the beginning!! She warned me! It's a fun, sexy and fast read. I definitely recommend it.
February 26, 2019
After the ending of book #1, I have never been so sure in my life to continue the story. I know... Crazy, right? What a bad taste in my mouth. However, I need a consolation prize.
It has been 4 years and Shelby will be finished college with double degree. What a smart girl! She's alone; far away from her parents and wicked stepbrothers. But, Shelby's taste in men is really sucks. This book contains a lot of bad boys for your personal enjoyment.
Invited as a keynote speaker back home, Shelby must back even it means to face her family. Even she has smart brain, but her body is really stupid. Still burning for Colt and Caine but Shelby couldn't forget their messed up shit. Surprisingly, Caine is the first one who confessed. And seriously, I couldn't believe males with secrets. Shelby is painfully accept Caine but Colt is still in distant.
A whole book is a total soap opera. Shelby openly challenge Kolby Barnes for drag racing in exchange for his Audi for her Cuda. And now she's back in home. Trapping between her horny stepbrothers. Also herself. Well, there's A LOT MESSY SEX happened. Just not my scene.
Of course, the ending left with Shelby on the run. Again. Away from her stepbrothers.
It has been 4 years and Shelby will be finished college with double degree. What a smart girl! She's alone; far away from her parents and wicked stepbrothers. But, Shelby's taste in men is really sucks. This book contains a lot of bad boys for your personal enjoyment.
Invited as a keynote speaker back home, Shelby must back even it means to face her family. Even she has smart brain, but her body is really stupid. Still burning for Colt and Caine but Shelby couldn't forget their messed up shit. Surprisingly, Caine is the first one who confessed. And seriously, I couldn't believe males with secrets. Shelby is painfully accept Caine but Colt is still in distant.
A whole book is a total soap opera. Shelby openly challenge Kolby Barnes for drag racing in exchange for his Audi for her Cuda. And now she's back in home. Trapping between her horny stepbrothers. Also herself. Well, there's A LOT MESSY SEX happened. Just not my scene.
Of course, the ending left with Shelby on the run. Again. Away from her stepbrothers.
January 18, 2022
4/5 ⭐️
4/5 🌶
Whew. What a ride.
Shelby is both annoying as fuck and gutsy as hell. And CAINE AND COLT. Okay so Jonny and Colt can be endgame and they are so hot together I’m dead. But also Caine just loves Shelby so much but she doesn’t see it and that annoys the fuck out of me.
And Macy? Fuck her. Dale is a goddamn national treasure. I’m Team Dale Hannah all day every day.
4/5 🌶
Whew. What a ride.
Shelby is both annoying as fuck and gutsy as hell. And CAINE AND COLT. Okay so Jonny and Colt can be endgame and they are so hot together I’m dead. But also Caine just loves Shelby so much but she doesn’t see it and that annoys the fuck out of me.
And Macy? Fuck her. Dale is a goddamn national treasure. I’m Team Dale Hannah all day every day.
September 22, 2015
This was a 2.5 stars for me... I don't know what happened. I honestly loved the first one. It was raw emotion, and the twist was beautifully done. I expected the second to be some in your face revenge, and even though we got a small taste of what that could have been, it fell flat for me.
I feel as though the story got away from the author here. There are several little side stories going on, several back stories that affect the future outcomes. It's very red neck soap opera-ish, and while I get that may very well have been what the author was going for, it is at times hard to keep up with it all. This is no stand alone; you definitely have to read the first book to understand everything. Perhaps I should have brushed up on it, reread it, but I don't think that really would have helped in the end as most of it was new information.
Beyond the many, many side stories, I felt like there were things that just didn't make sense.
I realize some of that will be revealed in book three, but it still felt like forced conflict to me. It didn't seem like a natural progression of events, and I was confused as to why any of it was happening. I don't know that I'll read book 3, which is sad. I'm just not sure I can commit to follow all the different side stories. I wanted to know what happened to Shelby and her brothers... maybe throw in Caroline, Shelby's mom, and Dale, but you add Bliss, Robert, Jonny, Jesse, Mack, Francine, Ernie, Phillip, Harry, Rowdy, Kolby, Marley, Richard, Doris, Robyn, Kim, Gerald, etc... and my head is spinning. I'm no longer enjoying the story so much as I am trying to keep everything straight.
I feel as though the story got away from the author here. There are several little side stories going on, several back stories that affect the future outcomes. It's very red neck soap opera-ish, and while I get that may very well have been what the author was going for, it is at times hard to keep up with it all. This is no stand alone; you definitely have to read the first book to understand everything. Perhaps I should have brushed up on it, reread it, but I don't think that really would have helped in the end as most of it was new information.
Beyond the many, many side stories, I felt like there were things that just didn't make sense.
I realize some of that will be revealed in book three, but it still felt like forced conflict to me. It didn't seem like a natural progression of events, and I was confused as to why any of it was happening. I don't know that I'll read book 3, which is sad. I'm just not sure I can commit to follow all the different side stories. I wanted to know what happened to Shelby and her brothers... maybe throw in Caroline, Shelby's mom, and Dale, but you add Bliss, Robert, Jonny, Jesse, Mack, Francine, Ernie, Phillip, Harry, Rowdy, Kolby, Marley, Richard, Doris, Robyn, Kim, Gerald, etc... and my head is spinning. I'm no longer enjoying the story so much as I am trying to keep everything straight.
April 1, 2016
Totally Burned
What a tangled web of lies and half truths. It simply can't be over. There has to be a happily ever after I'm just not seeing it yet. This book is not for the faint of heart, not quite what I consider taboo but definitely hot sex scenes. MFM and FF. I loved it and can't wait for the next book.
What a tangled web of lies and half truths. It simply can't be over. There has to be a happily ever after I'm just not seeing it yet. This book is not for the faint of heart, not quite what I consider taboo but definitely hot sex scenes. MFM and FF. I loved it and can't wait for the next book.
January 14, 2018
This was really, really good. Oh Boy ... this was good. Will have a review for this.
June 24, 2015
ARC kindly provided in exchange for an honest review.
As readers we pick a book because the title looks interesting. We buy a book because the snippet we read hooks us. We read a book because we are entertained. We can't put a book down and buy every damn book in a series because it speaks to us on an emotional level and has some connection to us as a person. It touches us; changes us; moves us ...
That's this series for me.
These are my people. I grew up a country girl. I was raised on American muscle of every kind; horse, man and car. My first boyfriend would later become my cousin by marriage and he drove a totally badass Black'68 Chevy Chevelle. Some of Shelby's early experiences hit close to home. So I love Eden for crossing barriers and spitting in eyes to write these books. Gas or Ass (by the way, when that line was uttered when I was a kid, it included another option of the green smoke kind) brought up alot of things from my past I had buried and truthfully hadn't thought about in a long time. I loved Eden AND these books instantly, even when I had to deal with that emotional baggage while reading. I was angry, hurt, amused, turned on and left on the edge of my seat waiting for Shelby to grow into the woman I knew she would become in Turn & Burn. She did not let me down.
Turn & Burn brought us full circle and Shelby into a woman hell bent on revenge. However, things become a little more clear for her as this story unfolds and she struggles to find her footing with coming back home for the first time in 4 years. Colt and Caine are still the badasses they were, but different in this older version of themselves. As we would expect them to be with 4 years of growing up and life experience under their belts. I don't want to provide a load of spoilers but needless to say, there is plenty of hot sexiness in this book, just like Gas or Ass but this time, we see a different side of the two bad boys we loved to hate in the earlier book.
I LOVE DALE!!! Who wouldn't? He's amazing and he continues to show that throughout this book. Even confronted with something that he knows will change everything for his family and especially his son. He is the man every man should be when they grown up. Macy ... let's just leave my thoughts on her alone, if not for the way she totally pisses me off at every turn about Shelby, then for the fact she doesn't buy Dale a recliner in the new house.
I loved the addition of the new characters, especially Jonny, and I can only imagine that they are going to be brought into better focus in the final book. Again I am left with my foot on the clutch, waiting for the green light. I.CANNOT.FUCKING.WAIT!!!
DROP THE HAMMER EDEN BECAUSE I'M READY FOR ANOTHER QUARTER MILE.
As readers we pick a book because the title looks interesting. We buy a book because the snippet we read hooks us. We read a book because we are entertained. We can't put a book down and buy every damn book in a series because it speaks to us on an emotional level and has some connection to us as a person. It touches us; changes us; moves us ...
That's this series for me.
These are my people. I grew up a country girl. I was raised on American muscle of every kind; horse, man and car. My first boyfriend would later become my cousin by marriage and he drove a totally badass Black'68 Chevy Chevelle. Some of Shelby's early experiences hit close to home. So I love Eden for crossing barriers and spitting in eyes to write these books. Gas or Ass (by the way, when that line was uttered when I was a kid, it included another option of the green smoke kind) brought up alot of things from my past I had buried and truthfully hadn't thought about in a long time. I loved Eden AND these books instantly, even when I had to deal with that emotional baggage while reading. I was angry, hurt, amused, turned on and left on the edge of my seat waiting for Shelby to grow into the woman I knew she would become in Turn & Burn. She did not let me down.
Turn & Burn brought us full circle and Shelby into a woman hell bent on revenge. However, things become a little more clear for her as this story unfolds and she struggles to find her footing with coming back home for the first time in 4 years. Colt and Caine are still the badasses they were, but different in this older version of themselves. As we would expect them to be with 4 years of growing up and life experience under their belts. I don't want to provide a load of spoilers but needless to say, there is plenty of hot sexiness in this book, just like Gas or Ass but this time, we see a different side of the two bad boys we loved to hate in the earlier book.
I LOVE DALE!!! Who wouldn't? He's amazing and he continues to show that throughout this book. Even confronted with something that he knows will change everything for his family and especially his son. He is the man every man should be when they grown up. Macy ... let's just leave my thoughts on her alone, if not for the way she totally pisses me off at every turn about Shelby, then for the fact she doesn't buy Dale a recliner in the new house.
I loved the addition of the new characters, especially Jonny, and I can only imagine that they are going to be brought into better focus in the final book. Again I am left with my foot on the clutch, waiting for the green light. I.CANNOT.FUCKING.WAIT!!!
DROP THE HAMMER EDEN BECAUSE I'M READY FOR ANOTHER QUARTER MILE.
June 21, 2015
After finishing Gas or Ass I couldn't wait to get my hands on Turn & Burn.
It didn't disappoint. I had so many mixed feelings over Shelby's feelings and actions. She's truly torn over her feelings for her stepbrothers Colt and Caine, and the life they live.
After being away at College for 4 years trying to deal with her feelings of shame of what happened with her stepbrothers, Shelby comes home to celebrate a milestone in Dale's career. The moment she see's Colt & Caine again, its like she never left, its a mix of hate and lust (no matter what she tells her brain).
There were so many aspects of the story I enjoyed, especially finding out the truth from Colt & Caine and putting that part of Shelby's past to rest. I did enjoy her revenge (all women want some form of revenge and revenge that suits the deception is golden). I just wish Shelby could let go and trust again and not think everything Colt & Cain said was to trick her again.
When Shelby finally recognises her feeling for Caine only to take a back seat so Caroline can finally have a happy ending makes me a little angry. She wants to give her friend a little piece of happiness since Caroline has suffered more than most, but when will Shelby get her happy ending.
I can't wait for the next book to see where Eden Connor takes us next on this wild ride known as "The 'Cuda Confessions"
It didn't disappoint. I had so many mixed feelings over Shelby's feelings and actions. She's truly torn over her feelings for her stepbrothers Colt and Caine, and the life they live.
After being away at College for 4 years trying to deal with her feelings of shame of what happened with her stepbrothers, Shelby comes home to celebrate a milestone in Dale's career. The moment she see's Colt & Caine again, its like she never left, its a mix of hate and lust (no matter what she tells her brain).
There were so many aspects of the story I enjoyed, especially finding out the truth from Colt & Caine and putting that part of Shelby's past to rest. I did enjoy her revenge (all women want some form of revenge and revenge that suits the deception is golden). I just wish Shelby could let go and trust again and not think everything Colt & Cain said was to trick her again.
When Shelby finally recognises her feeling for Caine only to take a back seat so Caroline can finally have a happy ending makes me a little angry. She wants to give her friend a little piece of happiness since Caroline has suffered more than most, but when will Shelby get her happy ending.
I can't wait for the next book to see where Eden Connor takes us next on this wild ride known as "The 'Cuda Confessions"
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 22, 2015
This series is a bit like a car crash, you know it's not going to be pretty, you know you should avert your eyes, but you just can't seem to look away. There's definitely more empowerment happening, so that pleases my inner feminist who hid under the covers when I read the first book Gar or Ass.
This is probably closer to 3 stars than 4, but again I felt enthralled, outraged, angry and titillated, so what more can a reader really want?
Well, I'm waiting for the final book in the autumn that, hopefully, will tie up lose ends and finally offer some redemption, if not a HEA (which the author promise at the end of this book but that so didn't happen).
July 1, 2015
ARC copy provided for an honest review.
Total cliffhanger!!! Did not expect this! Ready to see shelby get her HEA ending. She is trying to sacrifice her happiness for her friend. But after everything she has been through doesn't Shelby deserve some happiness also. Hurry on the conclusion please Eden.
Total cliffhanger!!! Did not expect this! Ready to see shelby get her HEA ending. She is trying to sacrifice her happiness for her friend. But after everything she has been through doesn't Shelby deserve some happiness also. Hurry on the conclusion please Eden.
June 21, 2015
I didn't like this one at all.
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How can Caine profess to love her but then go off with Caroline (or what ever her name was) I mean no wonder shelby felt odd about it all. I mean don't get me wrong all the sharing and weird shit that went on prob makes it normal but the end just left me feeling depressed.
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How can Caine profess to love her but then go off with Caroline (or what ever her name was) I mean no wonder shelby felt odd about it all. I mean don't get me wrong all the sharing and weird shit that went on prob makes it normal but the end just left me feeling depressed.
August 5, 2016
Wow! Not sure how I feel about this one yet. Maybe I'll have to read the 3rd book before I can do this review.
April 4, 2022
Why so good 🥸
October 5, 2015
Dagnabit. So I was warned that there would be a third one where Shelby finally gets her HEA. But I kinda expected more... I dunno... lovey dovey in this one? I mean I guess there's only so much lovey dovey that can happen in a book that includes a girl trying to get back at her step-brothers for fucking up her life, but still loves the group sex, lol. If I'm being honest, I think the group sex parts kinda fell flat for me this time. It's not that they weren't steamy (heck, we get PEGGING!) but I guess I really wanted Shelby with Colt and Caine, and she kept trying to make everyone else happy in relationships that didn't include her. Of course, I don't think that actually worked out the way she thought, but still, she tried damn hard. Her attempts at ruining them also didn't go so well, but that had a lot to do with Colt coming clean about what really happened. And Caine being his typical sweet at every turn. Makes it darn hard to stay mad at them. Throw in a little bi-sexuality in (gasp) NASCAR land, and Shelby became even more of a protector than she had been before.
Then there was the side story about her racing Kolby Barnes. He was definitely a jackass. Maybe a bit over the top jackass? I don't watch NASCAR, so perhaps there are characters like him who really think their shit doesn't stink? But it made for a really good way for Shelby and the brothers to work together toward a common purpose and for the Hannahs to demonstrate their superior skill. I was annoyed at Macy's jerky tendencies toward Dale. He was such a sweet, laid back dude, but she's spending all his money and just becoming an all-around royal beeotch. Even to Shelby. I wasn't quite satisfied where Macy and Shelby's relationship ended up in this one. I didn't really feel like Macy owned her mistakes and put everything on Shelby.
Anyhoo... the third one isn't in GR yet, but this one was just published in June or something, so I suppose there'll be a little bit of a wait for the third one, but I'll be watching for it. Not sure how the boys (or at least one of them) are going to make her stop being so altruistic and giving their love to others, but I'll be interested to "watch".
Then there was the side story about her racing Kolby Barnes. He was definitely a jackass. Maybe a bit over the top jackass? I don't watch NASCAR, so perhaps there are characters like him who really think their shit doesn't stink? But it made for a really good way for Shelby and the brothers to work together toward a common purpose and for the Hannahs to demonstrate their superior skill. I was annoyed at Macy's jerky tendencies toward Dale. He was such a sweet, laid back dude, but she's spending all his money and just becoming an all-around royal beeotch. Even to Shelby. I wasn't quite satisfied where Macy and Shelby's relationship ended up in this one. I didn't really feel like Macy owned her mistakes and put everything on Shelby.
Anyhoo... the third one isn't in GR yet, but this one was just published in June or something, so I suppose there'll be a little bit of a wait for the third one, but I'll be watching for it. Not sure how the boys (or at least one of them) are going to make her stop being so altruistic and giving their love to others, but I'll be interested to "watch".
June 21, 2015
Who knew there was so much sexual release in racing cars? Yes, I get the whole adrenaline junkie thing and I know the rush you get from fast rides and jumping from high places...but put them all together and you get one heck of a serious jolt...and a trembling orgasmic feeling of pleasure.
Turn & Burn continues on four years after Gas or Ass ended with that heartbreaking shocker of a cliffhanger...and it was pretty jam packed with thrills and sexual encounters that were hotter than the tailpipe exhaust after a race. Shelby returns home for an event honoring her step-father and walks right back into the crazy meg-sexual world of her step-brothers and their posse of friends.
A big gamble on a race where winner pretty much takes all, some bedside confessions (with some shocking revelations) and some very HOT and uninhibited threesomes make the meat of this sequel. I didn't love it as much as the first book, maybe because there was too much dealing with the race cars and technical jargon about how they run, and I am more about the relationships and romance aspects. I really wanted more resolution to Shelby, Colt and Caine's twisted love triangle...but it was definitely action-packed and full of some panty-melting scenarios and some deep inner feelings were outed in this sequel as well.
This one ends with another "to be continued" and I hope we finally get the much anticipated conclusion in the next book.
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
***** 4.5 ***** "revenge is always bittersweet" stars
Turn & Burn continues on four years after Gas or Ass ended with that heartbreaking shocker of a cliffhanger...and it was pretty jam packed with thrills and sexual encounters that were hotter than the tailpipe exhaust after a race. Shelby returns home for an event honoring her step-father and walks right back into the crazy meg-sexual world of her step-brothers and their posse of friends.
A big gamble on a race where winner pretty much takes all, some bedside confessions (with some shocking revelations) and some very HOT and uninhibited threesomes make the meat of this sequel. I didn't love it as much as the first book, maybe because there was too much dealing with the race cars and technical jargon about how they run, and I am more about the relationships and romance aspects. I really wanted more resolution to Shelby, Colt and Caine's twisted love triangle...but it was definitely action-packed and full of some panty-melting scenarios and some deep inner feelings were outed in this sequel as well.
This one ends with another "to be continued" and I hope we finally get the much anticipated conclusion in the next book.
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
***** 4.5 ***** "revenge is always bittersweet" stars
February 7, 2017
Wow what a ride. I loved this one so much more than the first. Guess because Shelby has grown up some and takes no crap from anyone. Her revenge to Colt for what he did to her had me rolling. Plus it was kind of hot as well. Shelby's mom...can't stand her. She is a money hungry B!!! The way she treats Shelby is just wow.
I spent the last two years of high school at the dirt track races and never did we have that much fun and we did some crazy stuff.
This book while full of OMGs and WTFs there is also a really good lesson to learn. I think it shows that no matter what you think you know about a situation there are always 3 stories to be heard, his, hers and the truth. You just have to look a little deeper sometimes to find the truth behind everything.
Overall great read. Ready to find out what happens next is these character's lives.
I spent the last two years of high school at the dirt track races and never did we have that much fun and we did some crazy stuff.
This book while full of OMGs and WTFs there is also a really good lesson to learn. I think it shows that no matter what you think you know about a situation there are always 3 stories to be heard, his, hers and the truth. You just have to look a little deeper sometimes to find the truth behind everything.
Overall great read. Ready to find out what happens next is these character's lives.
October 18, 2015
I actually liked this book better than the first but maybe the skeezy parts are not affecting me adversely as much....desensitized!!?!! I do like all the racing dialogue and how the final race turned out was a surprise turn although Rowdy alluded to "something"... so see if you can catch it. I still don't like Colt, at all. I love Dale but her mom is probably jealous but she was annoying as heck here. I look forward to the third installment. I hope our girl gets a decent guy who fulfills her, respects her, and doesn't share her.
July 2, 2021
Holy shit. You know this girl constantly is selfless. She doesn't do selfish thing at all through two books and all I can think is that she needs to take something for herself. I am so angry right now. She deserves so much. And it's obvious that caine loves her to death. I mean Colt, yeah he loves her but not as much as caine. And the fact that she's going to give up her happiness yet again, for another person pisses me off. How can something end like that? You know I think that everything falls on her. She is the hero. She gives up everything for everyone else. She gives up her happiness for her mother. She gives up her body for some random girls car. Just to make her brother happy. Pardon me step Brothers see, even I'm doing it. But you get my point here? She gives up everything for everyone else. She puts herself in danger, for her family for that race. Plus she has this abusive mother who is a scattered brained freakazoid. The only person that loves her like a parent, isn't even her parent. I mean yes he's her stepdad, and stepdads can love you like you're their blood, but I mean. Oh my God I don't even know what I mean. I I'm sitting here in tears crying over the ending of this book. And I agree in the first book the guys should have gone after her. And dragged her ass home. And I don't know what the next book is about, but I am hoping that's what happens next. She deserves to be happy. Caroline should get a cock out of her goddamn mouth, and tell caine to go after shelby. Okay so now that I'm finished griping, what do you think? Are there spoilers? Lol. Okay I'm going to go and read the other book.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 20, 2017
Ugh okay. So i want to start by saying that I liked the first book better. Not because of the plot or anything of that matter. Because this one was extremely exciting and thrilling in every way. It's just that I didn't like the characters as much this time. I didn't really like Shelbey in this book. I don't know why. Something was just off for me. She got better towards the end, but eh. The only characters who I have consistently liked is Dale and Caine. I love Caine. But I don't like the ending of this book at all. I hope in the next one I get what I want. Fingers crossed. lol I already downloaded the next book. Even tho I wasn't too thrilled with the characters, this series is amazing and I can not wait to dive into the next book.
September 21, 2020
Picking up where Gas or Ass left off Shelby has to come back to town after the events at the end of book one broke her in a way she ran. Now she has the opportunity to get some vengeance against Colt and Caine for what they did. I loved seeing her struggle to decide if her revenge was worth her relationship with her Stepfather Dale. Everything gets turned on its head and what you think you know goes out the window. Caine has my heart with all the swoony things her says to Shelby and how much he believes in her.
This is a menage book so if that is not your thing keep on scrolling but if you love your books dirty with a bit of emotion on the taboo side give this series a read.
This is a menage book so if that is not your thing keep on scrolling but if you love your books dirty with a bit of emotion on the taboo side give this series a read.
July 13, 2020
More goodness
Whoa! More heat and more speed in this second installment. Shelby begins to see both the truth and the lies that she has missed while at the same time questioning if revenge is what she wants and with whom. Enjoyed continuing to see this story play out and I can’t read fast enough!!! I’m already back we.
Whoa! More heat and more speed in this second installment. Shelby begins to see both the truth and the lies that she has missed while at the same time questioning if revenge is what she wants and with whom. Enjoyed continuing to see this story play out and I can’t read fast enough!!! I’m already back we.
June 6, 2019
Much better!! Ending pissed me off.
August 11, 2022
Get it girl!
The second book is my favorite! She really comes into her own and pushes all the limits! Her ability to overcome is so good
The second book is my favorite! She really comes into her own and pushes all the limits! Her ability to overcome is so good
June 22, 2015
Turn & Burn is the second book in this series and picks up four years after Shelby left. She's at school and has been asked to give a speech for Dale at celebration being thrown on his behalf. She and Dale have become close over the years, yet she has never returned to see Cole and Caine. Shelby decides to get revenge on the brothers when she returns. The night of the celebration she takes an immediate dislike to the team's new driver and before she knows it, Dale has pushed her into a race with Kolby for pink slips on their cars. She and the brothers will have to get along to prepare for the race. Shelby still wants revenge but she learns not everything was as it seemed four years ago.
I want Shelby and Caine together and it seriously stresses me that Shelby is trying to push him together with Caroline. UGH. I'm glad she and the brothers have come to a sort of agreement and I liked the new characters that were introduced - except Robert. And what's up with Shelby's mom? That woman needs to be slapped.
Like the first book, this is an adult only read with language and sexual situations that are pretty intense. It's told from Shelby's POV and leaves us hanging waiting for the next one, Pedal to the Metal.
I want Shelby and Caine together and it seriously stresses me that Shelby is trying to push him together with Caroline. UGH. I'm glad she and the brothers have come to a sort of agreement and I liked the new characters that were introduced - except Robert. And what's up with Shelby's mom? That woman needs to be slapped.
Like the first book, this is an adult only read with language and sexual situations that are pretty intense. It's told from Shelby's POV and leaves us hanging waiting for the next one, Pedal to the Metal.
January 9, 2022
Oh. Okay. Thanks Eden. You take me from hating Caine and Colt to only loving Caine and Colt (and Dale) and fucking hating everyone else! Why?! I thought I ruined the ending to book one midway through reading it by accidentally on purpose reading the blurb for book two, but not only did that not prepare me for the actual ending to book one, it even more did not prepare me for the roller coaster of book two!
Why are Shelby and Caroline like they are together in this book? It made their friendship feel cheap when before it felt genuine. But whatever, moving on. Shelby’s mother is even more of a C U Next Tuesday in this book and I find myself wanting to PUNCH HER IN THE TIT. And allllll of the are they or aren’t they, will they or won’t they, and Shelby’s evolution from doormat to epic slut (I say that lovingly) to self-saboteur is MAKING ME FEEL STABBY! If Shelby and Caine don’t get together and STAY TOGETHER at the end of this, I will never forgive Eden and fucking rage-burn all three books in a bonfire.
*Sigh. End rant. Buys third book and ignores the “Okay, WOW” from every other book in my 1600+ TBR*
Why are Shelby and Caroline like they are together in this book? It made their friendship feel cheap when before it felt genuine. But whatever, moving on. Shelby’s mother is even more of a C U Next Tuesday in this book and I find myself wanting to PUNCH HER IN THE TIT. And allllll of the are they or aren’t they, will they or won’t they, and Shelby’s evolution from doormat to epic slut (I say that lovingly) to self-saboteur is MAKING ME FEEL STABBY! If Shelby and Caine don’t get together and STAY TOGETHER at the end of this, I will never forgive Eden and fucking rage-burn all three books in a bonfire.
*Sigh. End rant. Buys third book and ignores the “Okay, WOW” from every other book in my 1600+ TBR*
June 22, 2015
Next please!! God bless, I love this series. Each book I've gone in thinking I've got a handle on what the story is about and each time it takes those notions and lights them on fire and kicks me in the pants just for kicks. I cannot explain how my kindle didn't combust from all the awesome contained within this book. There is just something about Caine and I hope the next book gives him more. And Shelby sure needs to learn to stop sacrificing her wants and needs to satisfy others' choices. She is just as deserving of some happy.
Now am gonna have to sit and twiddle my thumbs, impatiently, waiting for number 3. Sure hope I can get my covetous little hands on a physical copy of this series. My library has a hole that needs filling and this series is lookin' like it will fit the bill.
Now am gonna have to sit and twiddle my thumbs, impatiently, waiting for number 3. Sure hope I can get my covetous little hands on a physical copy of this series. My library has a hole that needs filling and this series is lookin' like it will fit the bill.
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