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Corrupt Chaos MC #1
Beyond Her Words
Some people are born with a silver spoon in their mouths and lady luck tucked into their back pocket. Then there’s people like me, who live to survive. Survive loss. Survive loneliness. Survive the black tar that swallows you whole, stealing everything and anything that could resemble a piece of happiness. They try and fail, try again and fail even harder. Starting life’s never ending cycle of wash, rinse, and repeat.
That’s me. Or it was. Ten years I wandered through life. Through ten towns. Through ten men. Then, I didn’t anymore. A hellacious storm came and ripped everything away, leaving me stripped bare for the most beautiful man. A man part of the Corrupt Chaos Motorcycle club, who not only saved my life but rescued my soul. Or so it may seem from the outside. On the inside, it’s not that simple. Life never is.
It’s dirty.
It’s ugly.
And it’s painstakingly relentless.
I’m Magdalene Murdock and this is my story.
Warning: Contains adult sexual content, an arseload of profanity, and whatever the hell else that makes it unsuitable for folks under the age of 18.
- Standalone Novel
- Approx 130k Words
That’s me. Or it was. Ten years I wandered through life. Through ten towns. Through ten men. Then, I didn’t anymore. A hellacious storm came and ripped everything away, leaving me stripped bare for the most beautiful man. A man part of the Corrupt Chaos Motorcycle club, who not only saved my life but rescued my soul. Or so it may seem from the outside. On the inside, it’s not that simple. Life never is.
It’s dirty.
It’s ugly.
And it’s painstakingly relentless.
I’m Magdalene Murdock and this is my story.
Warning: Contains adult sexual content, an arseload of profanity, and whatever the hell else that makes it unsuitable for folks under the age of 18.
- Standalone Novel
- Approx 130k Words
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February 10, 2019
4 Stars
Unlike the MC Chronicles, this book isn’t focused on the MC life and business but rather on the two troubled souls struggling with their insecurities and learning to trust and love.
The story is about a Corrupt Chaos MC treasurer/firefighter Lachlan with a road name Smoke, and Magdalene, a girl who’s lost everything and is running away.
Lachlan is a broken and beautiful man. A mountain of a man. He’s kind, gentle, protective and thoughtful. His Scottish accent, God, it makes him so hot and cute. But he’s lost and troubled and so insecure. He’s a loner and doesn’t like wild parties and easy groupies. But make no mistake. He’s alpha alright, he’s scary, he growls, grunts, punches walls, breaks things, goes commando wearing a kilt to the club parties and does other important alpha stuff.
Mags is funny and has a wonderful personality. I must confess I found her a bit annoying in the beginning. She was extremely shy which is understandable, she‘s heartbroken and has been alone and isolated for a long time. But her checking the invisible dirt under her nails, her constant picking of imaginary lint off her clothes and staring into the wall when talked to was irritating at times. But then she gathered up the courage and decided to be a real badass who stands up for herself.
This book isn’t your typical MC raw and gritty read. You won’t get the usual amount of MC or bedroom action here. What you’ll get is an original, refreshing, emotional and heartwarming story. The writing is amazing and hilarious at times.
To be honest, I didn’t love it as much as the MC Chronicles. It’s not my BC’s favorite but I did enjoy it!
I think I know who the next book will be about. If I’m right then you better hurry up Bink Cummings! I need the next book like yesterday! Please?
Overall rating: 4 stars
Writing style: 4 stars
Story: 4 stars
Flow of the story: 4 stars
Character development: 4 stars
Hero: 4 stars
Heroine: 4 stars
Secondary characters: 4 stars
Tone/mood of the book: 4 stars
Emotion evoking: 4 stars
Originality: 4 stars
Enjoyment: 4 stars
Effect on me: 4 stars
Unlike the MC Chronicles, this book isn’t focused on the MC life and business but rather on the two troubled souls struggling with their insecurities and learning to trust and love.
The story is about a Corrupt Chaos MC treasurer/firefighter Lachlan with a road name Smoke, and Magdalene, a girl who’s lost everything and is running away.
Lachlan is a broken and beautiful man. A mountain of a man. He’s kind, gentle, protective and thoughtful. His Scottish accent, God, it makes him so hot and cute. But he’s lost and troubled and so insecure. He’s a loner and doesn’t like wild parties and easy groupies. But make no mistake. He’s alpha alright, he’s scary, he growls, grunts, punches walls, breaks things, goes commando wearing a kilt to the club parties and does other important alpha stuff.
Mags is funny and has a wonderful personality. I must confess I found her a bit annoying in the beginning. She was extremely shy which is understandable, she‘s heartbroken and has been alone and isolated for a long time. But her checking the invisible dirt under her nails, her constant picking of imaginary lint off her clothes and staring into the wall when talked to was irritating at times. But then she gathered up the courage and decided to be a real badass who stands up for herself.
This book isn’t your typical MC raw and gritty read. You won’t get the usual amount of MC or bedroom action here. What you’ll get is an original, refreshing, emotional and heartwarming story. The writing is amazing and hilarious at times.
To be honest, I didn’t love it as much as the MC Chronicles. It’s not my BC’s favorite but I did enjoy it!
I think I know who the next book will be about. If I’m right then you better hurry up Bink Cummings! I need the next book like yesterday! Please?
Overall rating: 4 stars
Writing style: 4 stars
Story: 4 stars
Flow of the story: 4 stars
Character development: 4 stars
Hero: 4 stars
Heroine: 4 stars
Secondary characters: 4 stars
Tone/mood of the book: 4 stars
Emotion evoking: 4 stars
Originality: 4 stars
Enjoyment: 4 stars
Effect on me: 4 stars
November 11, 2015
10/7/15: Finished! BHW it finished! All it needs now is to be sent to the editors! Final Word count of story itself 131k.
9/30/15 Update: 2 Scenes let to write- Hit 125k today.
9/19/15 Update: It's counting down... Last couple chapters to go. hit 115k today.
9/13/15 Update: 108k has been reached.
9/8/15 Update: 97k has been hit. Long way to go.
8/29/15 Update:
Have finally hit the 80k Threshold and there is a lot more to go. Expect a book to be over 110k.
8/13/15 Update:
60k into Writing.
6/23/15 Update:
25k into Writing.
It's comin' along.
9/30/15 Update: 2 Scenes let to write- Hit 125k today.
9/19/15 Update: It's counting down... Last couple chapters to go. hit 115k today.
9/13/15 Update: 108k has been reached.
9/8/15 Update: 97k has been hit. Long way to go.
8/29/15 Update:
Have finally hit the 80k Threshold and there is a lot more to go. Expect a book to be over 110k.
8/13/15 Update:
60k into Writing.
6/23/15 Update:
25k into Writing.
It's comin' along.
November 20, 2015
disappointed.
Up until 90% of the book they didn't do the deed. Sorry but I had stop because if I wanted to read a Jane Austen's book I know where to find them. I wanted to read Bink cumming's books. They about independent women, Bad ass MC alpha men and lots of sex. This book? tsk, tsk, tsk.. Most of the book she was scared of him (how can you get stupidly scared and still attract to a man? It can't happen in a woman mind. we don't build that way. If we scared from a man we stay away), the other times she felt shy and to add to all that she couldn't talk because of a storm accident. awesome. Mute heroine and a brooding silent scottish hero. No sex and alot of games of hot and cold.
The End.
Up until 90% of the book they didn't do the deed. Sorry but I had stop because if I wanted to read a Jane Austen's book I know where to find them. I wanted to read Bink cumming's books. They about independent women, Bad ass MC alpha men and lots of sex. This book? tsk, tsk, tsk.. Most of the book she was scared of him (how can you get stupidly scared and still attract to a man? It can't happen in a woman mind. we don't build that way. If we scared from a man we stay away), the other times she felt shy and to add to all that she couldn't talk because of a storm accident. awesome. Mute heroine and a brooding silent scottish hero. No sex and alot of games of hot and cold.
The End.
November 9, 2015
This is a standalone book with no cliffhangers which I found so refreshing, especially since it seems that most of the books being released lately are a “series” that leaves you biting at the bit and anxiously waiting for the next book so you can find out what happens. With this book you get Lachlan, a broody, red-headed, hot Scottish firefighter/mc club member with a super sexy accent and the heart of a true gentleman and the beautiful and caring Magdalene whose fear of loss prevents her from really opening up her heart again. This is a story about two damaged people who go through life, one whose in limbo and just “deals with it” and the other who runs from it. This book also touches on the subject of spousal abuse, but the author took a different angle with this topic which I found interesting and unusual. There’s also a bit of name dropping from this author’s MC Chronicles series which I thought was super clever. Overall I think that this is a beautifully written story about two damaged people learning to trust and love again who get their happily ever after!
November 21, 2015
I just LOVE Bink's writing style.
November 14, 2015
What a completely opposite style of writing than we're use to from Bink. Such a touching and sweet journey of love for two characters who've been abused in their own separate ways.
After a life threatening accident during a storm brings Lachlan racing into Mag's life to save her, he realizes she has no one to care for her during recovery. That is when Mag becomes part of a family whether she wants to or not! She has a chance to mend not only her battered body, but also her and Lachlan's battered souls.
Lachlan, you stubborn arse, how I loved ye. Even when I wanted ta smack ye upside ye bloody head for not understanding Mags loved ye for yeself .... not seeing ye as some kinda freak that ye think ye are!!(Was that enough "ye's" for y'all?)
But seriously now, I did like this book a lot. It was not like most books I read where everything happens fast and hot. It was a slow build up sorting through emotions, feelings, memories and friendship to crest the peak of true love.
After a life threatening accident during a storm brings Lachlan racing into Mag's life to save her, he realizes she has no one to care for her during recovery. That is when Mag becomes part of a family whether she wants to or not! She has a chance to mend not only her battered body, but also her and Lachlan's battered souls.
Lachlan, you stubborn arse, how I loved ye. Even when I wanted ta smack ye upside ye bloody head for not understanding Mags loved ye for yeself .... not seeing ye as some kinda freak that ye think ye are!!(Was that enough "ye's" for y'all?)
But seriously now, I did like this book a lot. It was not like most books I read where everything happens fast and hot. It was a slow build up sorting through emotions, feelings, memories and friendship to crest the peak of true love.
May 22, 2024
I feel like I need to do a re-read soon, so I can give this baby a proper review.
Seems I was slacking in 2015🤭🌺😂
1st review:
Loved it! A big difference from the MC Chronicles, but to be fair it has its own charm!
Read: 24.11.2015
1st rating: 4 stars
Genre/tropes: MC/romance/found family
Will I recommend: Yes
Seems I was slacking in 2015🤭🌺😂
1st review:
Loved it! A big difference from the MC Chronicles, but to be fair it has its own charm!
Read: 24.11.2015
1st rating: 4 stars
Genre/tropes: MC/romance/found family
Will I recommend: Yes
November 22, 2015
Beyond Her Words
Bink Cummings
5 bull honky stars (in a good way)
Magdalene Murdock has been through ten farming communities in the last ten years running through the men in those ten towns since she started wondering the world alone. She never stays puts more than a year or two at most. Her last man, Jonathan, knew her as Rebecca. It became a disaster, a treacherous storm, just like the one she is driving through now. Her beloved Viola, the two rings on her left hand and some garlic bulbs are her most prized possessions. At fourteen she collided with the sixteen year old Brian. Everything except those three prized possessions are now gone along with her Gram. At thirty two years old you would think a woman would want more but right now all Mags wants is to get the hell out of the storm she just drove straight into. Never did Mags imagine in one tornadic moment that lightening is about to strike as she seeks shelter in a single store with a flashing “Open” sign. Saying a silent prayer, Mags begs her Gram and Brian to keep her safe.
The rust colored goateed and cropped hair colossal of a man has to be a dream. A silver dust mixes making his jaw and teal eyes through straight into her soul. He cant be real. Mags must have died and gone to heaven. Twelve days later Mags wakes to find a tiny red ringlet haired teenager snorting off to Doctor Dipsnot that she is her daughter and his rude comments annoy her. Not only is this angelic young lady standing by her bedside but soon Mags finds out the man she dreamed of was real, along with a whole lot of other brooding men that make up the Kentucky Chapter of the Corrupt Chaos MC. Lachlan “Smoke” MacAlister is not only real but he is also the man that saved her life.
From here I can and will tell you the array of characters in brilliant story are fascinating to say the least. Thor, Sniper and his wife Whiskey, Cass, Bonez, and a dog named Pirate will open up your heart. Well there is one in that list that you will loathe along with the devil herself Meredith; Lachlan’s wife. Yes … his wife, you heard me. You also get the gift of the Sacred Sisters through Whiskey and her business; Whiskey’s Corrupt Confections. This is the whole pie, not a slice .. the entire pie pan.
I have never read such a torturous and striking love story. It felt like my heart was being peeled apart a little at a time between Mags and Smoke’s pain. Pip (Bridget) is pure strength. The way this young lady’s character is written will make you feel like she is a fortress of acceptance and an angel put into her father and Mags life for one purpose only. The deep seeded verbal abuse and self torment on the pages of this book will turn you inside out. The realistic brutality of scraping and clawing to try and find your way out of the quicksand might just obliterate you. The hushed tears that ran down my face numerous times were my savior; allowing me to grieve for such devastation of two people’s purpose of existence. Don’t get me wrong there is also joy on the pages; lots of it but witnessing two characters piece themselves back together …… I cant even explain that. Layer by layer … yes … It’s a teeter totter of emotions; you wont ever want to let go.
As I turned the last page I only wanted to know more. I willed more. I can tell you there is .. but that’s not my place to say when or how. I have already begged Bink for Pips story as one moment in the book had me looking to the stars thanking them that Pip …. Yeah no; not getting that from me. But its there. The last two pages (at least on the Kindle) … Yeah. Again .. not getting it here. Just know .. when you get there hold on to something because your going to need it. Exhaustion and fatigue will set in because its complete .. for now.
I cannot tell you why you should read this book because there aren’t words for that. What I can say is that if you don’t then you have no one to blame but yourself. Bink Cummings shows us how radiant she really is in this one. She has exposed herself as a novelist holding zilch back. This woman can write her ass off and I was the propitious girl who got a dang ARC. Until the next one I will be repairing myself and holding on another day.
Once again, I cannot thank Bink enough for honoring me a ARC of her work. Review to post to Ramblings From Beneath The Sheets. Keep writing because if you quit, the world will lose a dazzling and luminous mind.
Bink Cummings
5 bull honky stars (in a good way)
Magdalene Murdock has been through ten farming communities in the last ten years running through the men in those ten towns since she started wondering the world alone. She never stays puts more than a year or two at most. Her last man, Jonathan, knew her as Rebecca. It became a disaster, a treacherous storm, just like the one she is driving through now. Her beloved Viola, the two rings on her left hand and some garlic bulbs are her most prized possessions. At fourteen she collided with the sixteen year old Brian. Everything except those three prized possessions are now gone along with her Gram. At thirty two years old you would think a woman would want more but right now all Mags wants is to get the hell out of the storm she just drove straight into. Never did Mags imagine in one tornadic moment that lightening is about to strike as she seeks shelter in a single store with a flashing “Open” sign. Saying a silent prayer, Mags begs her Gram and Brian to keep her safe.
The rust colored goateed and cropped hair colossal of a man has to be a dream. A silver dust mixes making his jaw and teal eyes through straight into her soul. He cant be real. Mags must have died and gone to heaven. Twelve days later Mags wakes to find a tiny red ringlet haired teenager snorting off to Doctor Dipsnot that she is her daughter and his rude comments annoy her. Not only is this angelic young lady standing by her bedside but soon Mags finds out the man she dreamed of was real, along with a whole lot of other brooding men that make up the Kentucky Chapter of the Corrupt Chaos MC. Lachlan “Smoke” MacAlister is not only real but he is also the man that saved her life.
From here I can and will tell you the array of characters in brilliant story are fascinating to say the least. Thor, Sniper and his wife Whiskey, Cass, Bonez, and a dog named Pirate will open up your heart. Well there is one in that list that you will loathe along with the devil herself Meredith; Lachlan’s wife. Yes … his wife, you heard me. You also get the gift of the Sacred Sisters through Whiskey and her business; Whiskey’s Corrupt Confections. This is the whole pie, not a slice .. the entire pie pan.
I have never read such a torturous and striking love story. It felt like my heart was being peeled apart a little at a time between Mags and Smoke’s pain. Pip (Bridget) is pure strength. The way this young lady’s character is written will make you feel like she is a fortress of acceptance and an angel put into her father and Mags life for one purpose only. The deep seeded verbal abuse and self torment on the pages of this book will turn you inside out. The realistic brutality of scraping and clawing to try and find your way out of the quicksand might just obliterate you. The hushed tears that ran down my face numerous times were my savior; allowing me to grieve for such devastation of two people’s purpose of existence. Don’t get me wrong there is also joy on the pages; lots of it but witnessing two characters piece themselves back together …… I cant even explain that. Layer by layer … yes … It’s a teeter totter of emotions; you wont ever want to let go.
As I turned the last page I only wanted to know more. I willed more. I can tell you there is .. but that’s not my place to say when or how. I have already begged Bink for Pips story as one moment in the book had me looking to the stars thanking them that Pip …. Yeah no; not getting that from me. But its there. The last two pages (at least on the Kindle) … Yeah. Again .. not getting it here. Just know .. when you get there hold on to something because your going to need it. Exhaustion and fatigue will set in because its complete .. for now.
I cannot tell you why you should read this book because there aren’t words for that. What I can say is that if you don’t then you have no one to blame but yourself. Bink Cummings shows us how radiant she really is in this one. She has exposed herself as a novelist holding zilch back. This woman can write her ass off and I was the propitious girl who got a dang ARC. Until the next one I will be repairing myself and holding on another day.
Once again, I cannot thank Bink enough for honoring me a ARC of her work. Review to post to Ramblings From Beneath The Sheets. Keep writing because if you quit, the world will lose a dazzling and luminous mind.
December 22, 2015
Four Stars for Mags and Lachlan
Wow! Going into this I did not expect such a deep and heartwarming story but that is what I got!
"Beyond Her Words" caught me in the first few pages of the book! I was very intrigued by Magdalene and her life story. I also haven't read many books where the hero is full on Scottish so that was interesting! Let alone surprisingly hot!
There is a lot of traumatic events and mental abuse in each of these characters past. If I was to describe Lachlan, think bad ass biker mixed with a light "Fifty Shades Of Grey" emotional self loathing. I loved him that much more anyways.
There is so much potential here for a really good series! I want to read about Bonez, Cas and even want to see Thor turn himself around! Great first read for me from Bink Cummings.
Wow! Going into this I did not expect such a deep and heartwarming story but that is what I got!
"Beyond Her Words" caught me in the first few pages of the book! I was very intrigued by Magdalene and her life story. I also haven't read many books where the hero is full on Scottish so that was interesting! Let alone surprisingly hot!
There is a lot of traumatic events and mental abuse in each of these characters past. If I was to describe Lachlan, think bad ass biker mixed with a light "Fifty Shades Of Grey" emotional self loathing. I loved him that much more anyways.
There is so much potential here for a really good series! I want to read about Bonez, Cas and even want to see Thor turn himself around! Great first read for me from Bink Cummings.
November 12, 2015
Wow…wow…wow! What can I say? Bink Cummings is simply an amazing author with a gift for sucking your right into the heart of her stories. I was blessed to receive this ARC and read it with gusto right away! This story is SO different from her first few books, it had a unique underlying topic of male insecurity that I don’t think you see in many books and it was truly amazing! Bink really helps you get a sense for what each character is feeling and makes them so relatable and she just blew this out of the water! It was HOT HOT HOT and SO SWEET… I seriously LOVE Lachlan and can’t wait to hear what else happens in this amazing storyline. Bravo Bink!!!
November 4, 2015
The MC Chronicles books 1 to 3 were some of my favorite biker books from this past year and although I have many biker authors that I adore, read and follow, Bink Cummings is one of my favorite new writers hands down.
She gets it...gets what makes men and women tick, gets what makes for a broken, wounded heart so believable and gets how to craft an epic story that will leave you laughing one minute and then sobbing uncontrollably the next…but always with a realistic approach and satisfying conclusion.
Beyond Her Words is no exception. Lachlan and Magdalene’s journey starts off as a young woman is (yet again) running from a situation and heading off to places unknown, to start over with another new identity (this time her real one) and a few cherished mementos (especially her beloved car Viola). She finds herself in a small town, taking shelter from a storm and what happens next is as much a story of survival (both from the elements as well as from life itself) as it is a lesson in what it really means to be damaged and psychologically traumatized.
Lachlan is a loyal, powerful and yet gentle giant who loves fiercely and protects everything and everyone that he cherishes with a strong fist and a tender heart. Mags is stronger than she looks and after fighting her way back from near death, she proves herself to be a perfect match to Lachlan’s stubborn and vulnerable ways.
This book has so many interesting and emotionally complex characters who make up the supporting players in this epic biker “dramady” (I call it that because it is narrated with a bitingly sarcastic wit but at the same time deals with some serious issues so it is not all funny) that I feel many of them are quite deserving of having their own story in future novels. You will laugh at, you will love and you will hate some of these “family” members as they all fight for their rightful place in the lives of both Lachlan and Mags... but ultimately you will just become immersed in this beautiful and deeply passionate story of two very damaged souls who deserve much better than what life has thrown at them, and you will cheer them on as they make their way home.
If you loved the MC Chronicles, although Beyond Her Words is very different, I think you will love this one as well, as it speaks with the author’s distinctive voice. Bravo on a job well done.
I received a free copy of this book for an honest review.
***** 5 ***** “love is a many splendored thing and follows no guidelines” stars
She gets it...gets what makes men and women tick, gets what makes for a broken, wounded heart so believable and gets how to craft an epic story that will leave you laughing one minute and then sobbing uncontrollably the next…but always with a realistic approach and satisfying conclusion.
Beyond Her Words is no exception. Lachlan and Magdalene’s journey starts off as a young woman is (yet again) running from a situation and heading off to places unknown, to start over with another new identity (this time her real one) and a few cherished mementos (especially her beloved car Viola). She finds herself in a small town, taking shelter from a storm and what happens next is as much a story of survival (both from the elements as well as from life itself) as it is a lesson in what it really means to be damaged and psychologically traumatized.
Lachlan is a loyal, powerful and yet gentle giant who loves fiercely and protects everything and everyone that he cherishes with a strong fist and a tender heart. Mags is stronger than she looks and after fighting her way back from near death, she proves herself to be a perfect match to Lachlan’s stubborn and vulnerable ways.
This book has so many interesting and emotionally complex characters who make up the supporting players in this epic biker “dramady” (I call it that because it is narrated with a bitingly sarcastic wit but at the same time deals with some serious issues so it is not all funny) that I feel many of them are quite deserving of having their own story in future novels. You will laugh at, you will love and you will hate some of these “family” members as they all fight for their rightful place in the lives of both Lachlan and Mags... but ultimately you will just become immersed in this beautiful and deeply passionate story of two very damaged souls who deserve much better than what life has thrown at them, and you will cheer them on as they make their way home.
If you loved the MC Chronicles, although Beyond Her Words is very different, I think you will love this one as well, as it speaks with the author’s distinctive voice. Bravo on a job well done.
I received a free copy of this book for an honest review.
***** 5 ***** “love is a many splendored thing and follows no guidelines” stars
November 26, 2015
*sigh* Lachlan <3
No, seriously, HUGE SIGH! He's absolutely perfect!
"Ye make everythin' better just by breathin'."
How can you do this to me, Bink? You made me fall for this perfect man and he's fictional!
Leaving the crazy aside, I loved this book. It's the first but not last that I'm reading by this author. I love the style, loved the dynamics between the characters. Sure, there was an MC in it but it was more of a background thing. At the forefront were two broken people that found each other and did their best to heal one another. And you know what? They're on the right track.
Maggie is my kind of girl. She's sweet but she can be hard. She won't let anyone walk all over her and she protects what's hers. And Lachlan is hers. Yes, the story is long, no, there's no insta-love - thank God. And you know what? That makes it more real and that's something I love. I could totally imagine this playing out in real life. Everyone is broken, in one way or another, everyone has a story we know nothing about but when it's the right one, you get to help mend the broken pieces. And these two, slowly but surely, do exactly that.
I love the ending. I love that's not a 100% HEA. It's more of a HFN - happily-for-now. Again, makes it feel more real. So I'm hoping to find a very own Lachlan, can you truly blame me?
Ms. Cummings, bravo. Kudos for creating a character that has now a special place in my heart and a book that will be reread. I also think it may have given me a book hangover. Couldn't put it down. Now what?
5 stars.
P.S. I also want to thank one of my book friends for telling me about a book she 5-starred and I should try reading. I love you.
No, seriously, HUGE SIGH! He's absolutely perfect!
"Ye make everythin' better just by breathin'."
How can you do this to me, Bink? You made me fall for this perfect man and he's fictional!
Leaving the crazy aside, I loved this book. It's the first but not last that I'm reading by this author. I love the style, loved the dynamics between the characters. Sure, there was an MC in it but it was more of a background thing. At the forefront were two broken people that found each other and did their best to heal one another. And you know what? They're on the right track.
Maggie is my kind of girl. She's sweet but she can be hard. She won't let anyone walk all over her and she protects what's hers. And Lachlan is hers. Yes, the story is long, no, there's no insta-love - thank God. And you know what? That makes it more real and that's something I love. I could totally imagine this playing out in real life. Everyone is broken, in one way or another, everyone has a story we know nothing about but when it's the right one, you get to help mend the broken pieces. And these two, slowly but surely, do exactly that.
I love the ending. I love that's not a 100% HEA. It's more of a HFN - happily-for-now. Again, makes it feel more real. So I'm hoping to find a very own Lachlan, can you truly blame me?
Ms. Cummings, bravo. Kudos for creating a character that has now a special place in my heart and a book that will be reread. I also think it may have given me a book hangover. Couldn't put it down. Now what?
5 stars.
P.S. I also want to thank one of my book friends for telling me about a book she 5-starred and I should try reading. I love you.
November 9, 2015
Beyond 5 Stars!!!
I was graciously gifted this ARC in exchange for my honest review.
We all have our favorite go to authors, you know the ones that we buy their books without even debating about it because we know that it will be good. Well, Bink is at the top of my list right up there with the great Kristin Ashley. She has set the bar extremely high for other authors with her fresh and unique writing style. I really liked that the main character was written as if she was speaking to the readers. I may or may not have answered Mags back a time or two.
Beyond Her Works is about a young women named Magdalene who has survived so much loss in her lifetime that she only relies on herself and doesn't get attached to people anymore. One night, while fleeing from a bad relationship, she gets caught in a bad storm and stops at a gas station in the middle of nowhere. Due to events from the storm, she then meets the hero Lachlan "Smoke". He is a Scottish firefighter/biker(um hello, I'm already sold). Their story is very captivating and enjoyable. The secondary characters were just as likable as the main characters.
Bink has the ability to draw me into her stories with her amazing writing. She definitely has a special talent and I look forward to reading more of her books. I highly recommend this one, as I also have the MC Chronicles.
I was graciously gifted this ARC in exchange for my honest review.
We all have our favorite go to authors, you know the ones that we buy their books without even debating about it because we know that it will be good. Well, Bink is at the top of my list right up there with the great Kristin Ashley. She has set the bar extremely high for other authors with her fresh and unique writing style. I really liked that the main character was written as if she was speaking to the readers. I may or may not have answered Mags back a time or two.
Beyond Her Works is about a young women named Magdalene who has survived so much loss in her lifetime that she only relies on herself and doesn't get attached to people anymore. One night, while fleeing from a bad relationship, she gets caught in a bad storm and stops at a gas station in the middle of nowhere. Due to events from the storm, she then meets the hero Lachlan "Smoke". He is a Scottish firefighter/biker(um hello, I'm already sold). Their story is very captivating and enjoyable. The secondary characters were just as likable as the main characters.
Bink has the ability to draw me into her stories with her amazing writing. She definitely has a special talent and I look forward to reading more of her books. I highly recommend this one, as I also have the MC Chronicles.
September 4, 2016
ARC Review
WoW Bink Cummings blew me away with Beyond Her Words a 5* read
Beyond Her Words is so very different from anything already written before. It will pull you in from the beginning and take you on an emotional rollercoaster until the very last page.
Lachlan 'Smoke' is a big badass firefighter/biker but underneath he is a broken sweet, shy man dealing with his own personal demons. Lachlan has a very sexy Scottish Accent and is a true Scot's man which is proven when he wears his kilt :)
Magdalene, Mags, starts off very quiet! but soon finds her voice. Life has dealt Magdalene a harsh deal so far and she is closed off but we soon get to see her caring, loving, sassy, funny sides.
So many parts I loved about this story including the characters:~ Bonez, Whisky & Sniper horny perfect, Cas, Pip and of course Pirate the one eye dog.
Will Lachlan & Magdalene find peace in each other or are their past demons to much to fight ?
Hoping for more in the series soon ~ Highly recommended read for those looking for something gripping, raw, real and fresh.
November 28, 2015
I could not put his down it was super good. I love the way this author writes. She gives you lovable characters and a great gritty storyline. Now even though this book had one sex scene and it literally happened at the last pages of the book. I know I know for my friends that know me know that I like lots of sexy times in my books. Usually this would not be my cuppa but I loved the story. Now they did mess around a couple of times but I am really looking forward to where this series is going. Will the next book be a continuation of Mags and Lachlan? Who knows all I know it that I'm in!!!
November 5, 2015
Wowza! I was so lucky to get an early copy of Beyond Her words! Got the book late last night and am finished now because I COULD NOT STOP.
I'm going to go back and re-read as I want to write a review that is deserving of the book. For now, let's just say I was hooked and if I didn't already think Scottish brogues were beyond sexy, then I would be out searching for random Scotsmen right now just to follow around and listen to them speak :)
Bink Cummings has written a great start to a (hopefully) new series. Will write more on the weekend.
I'm going to go back and re-read as I want to write a review that is deserving of the book. For now, let's just say I was hooked and if I didn't already think Scottish brogues were beyond sexy, then I would be out searching for random Scotsmen right now just to follow around and listen to them speak :)
Bink Cummings has written a great start to a (hopefully) new series. Will write more on the weekend.
June 23, 2017
Well, I was graciously gifted an early copy and it was amazing!! Beyond Her Words was exciting from beginning to end. I absolutely fell in love with Lachlan. What an honorable, dependable, upstanding and fabulous man. We could count ourselves lucky to have someone like him in our lives. Magdalene was strong and just what the crew needed. I absolutely loved this book!! I laughed and cried, but it was so beautifully written. I applaud you Bink on a fantastic book!!
November 21, 2015
Wow, just Wow!
Bink has outdone herself again and has written yet another fantastic MC read. You are hooked from the very beginning so take this as a warning you may not be able to put it down.
The Characters are fun, sexy and interesting and you feel like you want to pack up and move in with them (life would never be dull)!
Can't wait for more.
Bink has outdone herself again and has written yet another fantastic MC read. You are hooked from the very beginning so take this as a warning you may not be able to put it down.
The Characters are fun, sexy and interesting and you feel like you want to pack up and move in with them (life would never be dull)!
Can't wait for more.
December 15, 2015
This was a pretty good MC romance. I liked that it wasn't overly detailed when it came to the motorcycle club. I do enjoy MC reads, but sometimes they are a bit much. I loved the hero in this book and his daughter Pip. I found the heroine to be a bit annoying and immature, but overall it was a fast paced and pleasant read.
November 10, 2015
I loved this book. Bink sure knows how to stop a bitches heart! Great story about two broken people who come together and help pull each other out of the darkness. Loved all the characters and can't wait to see what she does next in this series.
November 5, 2015
It is no secret to anyone that knows me that I am a Bink Cummings fan. Love the MC Chronicles. Love Bink's wit but mostly love her ability to see into the soul of people and put it on paper for us.
When she spoke about Beyond Her Words, she said she was doing something different. Obviously, as a reader, you are concerned that it won't be as good. I can assure you there should be no such concern. Beyond Her Words is brilliant! Loved every page, every emotion and lordy did I love Lachlan.
Magdalene has had a rough go of it since a young age and has been wondering aimlessly for 10 years. A bad storm and some worse luck puts her in a vulnerable situation. Magdalene is the mirror of so many woman. Strong in some aspects but very insecure in others. She isn't 20, she isn't skinny, she has huge tits and a crooked smile. She has survived some devastating events making her beautifully strong even if she doesn't know it.
Lachlan is physically handsome, if that is even a strong enough word. He has some emotional issues that he hides deep. I love him hard. He is grumpy and growly and oh so sexy. Did I mention he has a Scottish accent and wears a kilt? No, well he does. Lachlan is a loving and caring father on top of all that hotness. Who wouldn't fall for all that, right!?
I will be doing a reread soon as I love both these characters. The supporting characters were wonderful and I loved them all...well, except one.
You hit a home run again Bink and thank you for sharing Mags and Lachlan with us.
I received a copy for an honest review.
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When she spoke about Beyond Her Words, she said she was doing something different. Obviously, as a reader, you are concerned that it won't be as good. I can assure you there should be no such concern. Beyond Her Words is brilliant! Loved every page, every emotion and lordy did I love Lachlan.
Magdalene has had a rough go of it since a young age and has been wondering aimlessly for 10 years. A bad storm and some worse luck puts her in a vulnerable situation. Magdalene is the mirror of so many woman. Strong in some aspects but very insecure in others. She isn't 20, she isn't skinny, she has huge tits and a crooked smile. She has survived some devastating events making her beautifully strong even if she doesn't know it.
Lachlan is physically handsome, if that is even a strong enough word. He has some emotional issues that he hides deep. I love him hard. He is grumpy and growly and oh so sexy. Did I mention he has a Scottish accent and wears a kilt? No, well he does. Lachlan is a loving and caring father on top of all that hotness. Who wouldn't fall for all that, right!?
I will be doing a reread soon as I love both these characters. The supporting characters were wonderful and I loved them all...well, except one.
You hit a home run again Bink and thank you for sharing Mags and Lachlan with us.
I received a copy for an honest review.
Reviewed for Jo&IsaLoveBooks
http://joandisalovebooks.com/
http://joandisalovebooks.blogspot.co.uk/
November 17, 2015
My Review of Beyond Her Words by Bink Cummings
My Rating 5 Beautifully Written Stars
Where do I start? First off I read the MC Chronicles Vol 1-3 and became a huge fan of Bink Cummings, and her finesse with which she writes. Beyond her words isn’t like anything she has written before. This book was written so beautifully and with perfection straight from the heart.
This book is so much more than a biker book with hot alpha men and the women who love them. This is an incredible love story, one that will touch your heart, make you laugh and sometimes cry. You’ll get mad and want to throw your kindle. If there is an emotion out there when it comes to love you’re going to feel it in your soul when reading about Lachlan and Magdalene. These two people have battles they have fought through and came out the other side with more burdens that no two people should ever feel. These two people have a connection that will withstand the test of time.
Anytime I have read a book from Bink Cummings her precision with words captivate me and suck me into the world she has created for me as a reader. You will live her characters and feel what they do as she takes us through their journey, and let me tell you it’s a journey that you won’t want to end.
Beyond Her Words is a timeless read one that you will cherish and read again and again over time, at least I will.
*I was priviledge to receive an ARC in exchange for an honest review*
**Reviewer for Hellmouth’s Bookblog & Reviews**
My Rating 5 Beautifully Written Stars
Where do I start? First off I read the MC Chronicles Vol 1-3 and became a huge fan of Bink Cummings, and her finesse with which she writes. Beyond her words isn’t like anything she has written before. This book was written so beautifully and with perfection straight from the heart.
This book is so much more than a biker book with hot alpha men and the women who love them. This is an incredible love story, one that will touch your heart, make you laugh and sometimes cry. You’ll get mad and want to throw your kindle. If there is an emotion out there when it comes to love you’re going to feel it in your soul when reading about Lachlan and Magdalene. These two people have battles they have fought through and came out the other side with more burdens that no two people should ever feel. These two people have a connection that will withstand the test of time.
Anytime I have read a book from Bink Cummings her precision with words captivate me and suck me into the world she has created for me as a reader. You will live her characters and feel what they do as she takes us through their journey, and let me tell you it’s a journey that you won’t want to end.
Beyond Her Words is a timeless read one that you will cherish and read again and again over time, at least I will.
*I was priviledge to receive an ARC in exchange for an honest review*
**Reviewer for Hellmouth’s Bookblog & Reviews**
November 17, 2015
I was privileged to be given an ARC of this book. I say privileged because this story is a true gift to any real romance reader. Bink Cummings outdid herself with this one! It's more than an MC book. More than a hot Scottish fireman/biker with an accent that'll melt panties who falls for the curvy, quirky country girl who drives thru life in her '69 Camaro with garlic bulbs by her side. It's a story about two hearts. Both broken in their own way, who learn in time, that it takes the other to heal the hurt. Lachlan and Magdalene have issues and obstacles that block their way to healthy happiness. Will they find what they crave most? Will it be with each other? Or will their obstacles continue to keep them apart? I've always said a good book with throw you into a roller coaster of emotions. When you cry, laugh, squeal, scream and get mad, fall in love and have your heart ripped out, giggle, gasp and sigh while reading, then you've found something really special. That is this book. Bink is an amazing author! Her unique writing style puts her above the rest in my opinion. And while her MC Chronicles were brilliantly written, she has grown so much since Vol 1. This book shows that growth. You will be blown away. You will finish reading and will feel the characters inside you. Feel their story in your soul. And it's one that will stay with you for a long time to come.
November 12, 2015
Was given an ARC for honest review.
I'm not one to summarize a book in a review and try to keep anything that could spoil an event in the book.
What do u get when u put 2 very broken people together? U have an epic journey that will break ur heart then build it back. Bink I'm speechless how amazing this book is and how much I LOVE IT. Words can't do it justice. I couldn't put it down. "Yippy Skippy" ;)
Possible Deal Breakers
Cheating: No
Love Triangle: umm don't want to answer this one but if a love triangle is a deal breaker for u like it is for me I still recommend for u to read this book. Hopefully u'll understand why I say that.
Naughty time: more of a romance vs erotica but there is panty melting naughtiness Yummmmmm
Length: Novel not a novella standalone
Cliffhanger: fn NO thank goodness.... I would have killed her lol jk
HEA: YES
Note: You do not have to read her previous books prior but they are kick ass so fn read them!
There was only one con to this book and it can easily be corrected with another book if she makes this a series (a new couple COUGH I WANT ONE WITH BRIDGET... Pls love u!)so I can get an epilogue or update on these characters u can't help but fall in love with and even a some u hate with a passion. This book is one u can't help but have a book hangover when it's over and it pull ur heart strings.
I'm not one to summarize a book in a review and try to keep anything that could spoil an event in the book.
What do u get when u put 2 very broken people together? U have an epic journey that will break ur heart then build it back. Bink I'm speechless how amazing this book is and how much I LOVE IT. Words can't do it justice. I couldn't put it down. "Yippy Skippy" ;)
Possible Deal Breakers
Cheating: No
Love Triangle: umm don't want to answer this one but if a love triangle is a deal breaker for u like it is for me I still recommend for u to read this book. Hopefully u'll understand why I say that.
Naughty time: more of a romance vs erotica but there is panty melting naughtiness Yummmmmm
Length: Novel not a novella standalone
Cliffhanger: fn NO thank goodness.... I would have killed her lol jk
HEA: YES
Note: You do not have to read her previous books prior but they are kick ass so fn read them!
There was only one con to this book and it can easily be corrected with another book if she makes this a series (a new couple COUGH I WANT ONE WITH BRIDGET... Pls love u!)so I can get an epilogue or update on these characters u can't help but fall in love with and even a some u hate with a passion. This book is one u can't help but have a book hangover when it's over and it pull ur heart strings.
December 2, 2015
W.O.W. I've read the MC Chronicles and loved them. But Beyond Her Words is completely different and I loved it. Sure I was screaming at my kindle and had the WTF moments and had to grab a box of tissues cuz Bink ripped my heart out of my chest and stomped on it with her biker boots, then she picked it up dusted it off and put it back together and gave me the happily ever after I wanted.
Mags and Lachlan are two broken people in completely different ways. Mags is literally heart broken and hollow due to some major traumatic events and Lachlan is broken as a man from the constant degrading and belittling from his wife.
what starts off as Lachlan doing his job and rescuing a damsel in distress (Mags) after a nasty storm soon turns in to Mags rescuing Lachlan.
I absolutely loved Beyond Her Words. What more could a girl ask for a Hot Scottish Biker/firefighter and a Hot chick who can get down and greasy under the Hood of a car.
Bink really hit it out of the park with this one. Looking forward to the next book in this series...
Mags and Lachlan are two broken people in completely different ways. Mags is literally heart broken and hollow due to some major traumatic events and Lachlan is broken as a man from the constant degrading and belittling from his wife.
what starts off as Lachlan doing his job and rescuing a damsel in distress (Mags) after a nasty storm soon turns in to Mags rescuing Lachlan.
I absolutely loved Beyond Her Words. What more could a girl ask for a Hot Scottish Biker/firefighter and a Hot chick who can get down and greasy under the Hood of a car.
Bink really hit it out of the park with this one. Looking forward to the next book in this series...
November 7, 2015
Let me start by saying if you're expecting this to be like MC chronicles you're in for a surprise. This is completely different to that but it's just as good (if not better). Magdalene has suffered tragedies, losing loved ones has made her not only very independent but she cuts herself off from others. If she doesn't let people in then they can't hurt her. And she is surviving in her own way until she gets caught in a bad storm, waking up with a strange Scottish man at her bedside. Now I loved Lachlan. He is a really sweet, loyal, caring man battling his own insecurities and I just loved that about him. The characters in this book are all very likeable and it's easy to relate to them. The Scottish dialect wasn't a problem at all and I thought it added to the book, making Lachlans character that little bit more lovable. Throughly enjoyed this book and hope we get some of the other characters stories at some point. Highly recommend you try this.
November 25, 2015
There's so much I loved about Mags and Smoke's story. Bink really rocked this one.
Mags is floating through her life not really connecting with anyone when something happens that changes everything for her. She ends up hurt with the Corrupt Chaos MC taking care of her. Mainly Smoke taking care of her. This hot Scot is simple delish with his brogue and need for her. He has some issues which made me want to kick to woman's tush that messed him up. She was flat out evil especially when she went after Mags. I really loved Mags and Smoke together. They just fit and were scorching together. I so loved their story.
I give Beyond Her Words 5 hearts!
Mags is floating through her life not really connecting with anyone when something happens that changes everything for her. She ends up hurt with the Corrupt Chaos MC taking care of her. Mainly Smoke taking care of her. This hot Scot is simple delish with his brogue and need for her. He has some issues which made me want to kick to woman's tush that messed him up. She was flat out evil especially when she went after Mags. I really loved Mags and Smoke together. They just fit and were scorching together. I so loved their story.
I give Beyond Her Words 5 hearts!
November 13, 2015
omg seriously she did it again I am in love with this book mags and smokes have melted my heart truly a wonderful book I laughed with mags crazy mouth and melted with smokes manliness I can't wait to see qhat she writes next, it would be so awesome to read a story on Cas and pip looked like they had something there and bonez omg really he made me all jelly inside with his soft and hard side anyways I'll stop before I can't this book made me laugh and cry yes I cried but most of all I fell in love hope to read more of your books bink thanks for once again writing an amazing book
November 21, 2015
This book had different feel to it than the others, which I loved... Same quirky writing style in which she writes what we all think day in and day out.... Great story that was different in a good way. And just to throw this in..... as someone who has always worked on her own muscle cars & bikes, that Nova has to be resurrected and included in a future book !!!!!! Please....... And as always, can't wait for the next one in this series.
December 2, 2015
This was the oddest, weirdly charming little romance I have ever read. The characters were strangely endearing. The hero, Lachlan, has some serious hang ups, a thick Scottish accent and a crazy ass wife. The heroine, Magdalene, stops for gas during a storm and ends having a roof collapse on her and being rescued by Lachlan. Even though I spent a lot of time shaking my head at the issues and antics of both Lachlan and Magdalene, I have to admit it turns out to be a sweet love story.
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