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Outracing Demons

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Hot. Fast. Dangerous.

Only two things are capable of sating my racing and women.

I’m a devil behind the wheel, and there isn’t another man in New York City who can beat me.

Nor any dumb enough to try.

But there was a woman who could. My ex-wife, Evie.

And she did. Messed me up real good.

Thanks to her, I gave up my dream of racing, but I can’t run from fate forever.

The evil bastards at her side have taken over the underground racing scene, but I’m diving back in deep.

With my focus on the road, the last thing I need is a distraction, but that’s just what Laina is.

My best friend’s little sister feels off limits, until she isn’t.

Perfect curves and a smile that could melt hearts, this woman has me wanting to say yes from the start.

She’s relentless and drives me mad with the desire to be bad one more time—just for her.

I might be outracing demons, but I’m not running from anything.

Not me. Not ever again.

This is a stand-alone series. Each book can be read separate of the others, though the experience is enhanced when read in order. HEA Guaranteed.

260 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 19, 2018

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Ali Parker

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Ali Parker is a full-time contemporary and new adult romance writer with more than a hundred and twenty books behind her. She loves coffee, watching a great movie, and hanging out with her hubs. By hanging out, she means making out. The man is hot. Hello.
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50k reviews131 followers
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Profile Image for Danielle Marx.
Author 5 books31 followers
June 10, 2020
Sexy Fast & Furious!

Mason wants to reclaim his title as "Street King" and during the process begins a relationship with his best friends sister, Laina.

It's an easy action packed read. Mason and Laina have great chemistry and their characters are easy to like. The whole underground racing scene kept me entertained.

My only con was that all the books conflict was about Mason's racing. His relationship with Laina never hit any bumps. Even the "best friends sister" trope was flat.
Profile Image for Carol Hepstall.
551 reviews5 followers
October 22, 2018
Awesome

Absolutely loved Alaina and Mason’s story. I was pulled in from the very beginning. A love story that took a hold of my heart and took it on a sweet journey. It had action, danger, fear suspense and chemistry, yet left me with a feeling of gentle arms of love holding me. I definitely recommend this book to anyone looking for a great love story.
Profile Image for Jo Smith.
695 reviews4 followers
December 3, 2018
Power House Reading

This book is gripping and addictive. A small group of family and friends coming together to win races. The action is nail biting, the plot exciting, the sex hot and the characters strong and resilient. I read plenty and this has been one of the best.
Profile Image for Alice Streets.
91 reviews
October 21, 2018
I Voluntarily Read This As An Arch!
Mason Thomas is a street racer who took a few months off to recover from some people trying to kill his brother and his leaving him. His brother Rick shows up at his house with a 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback and that changes everything. Mason decides that its time to get back into racing and show those jerks how to race properly. On Saturday night when he gets to the racing site he notices the flag girl. He can't keep his eyes off her little does he know he knows her. She walks up to him and he's blown away by the fact that its his best friend's Benji's little sister Lania. All he can do is sit there and wonder when she grew up.
Lania Harris is the flag girl and Benji Harris's little sister and has had a crush on mason for years but never thought she get her chance with him. She has to leave to start the race. All she thinks about the whole time is hot Mason is.
All I can say for this book is that it very fast paced and it never stops not once. There is so much sexual chemistry in it that its smoking hot. The street racing is awesome and I can't wait for another book.
Profile Image for Kristen Lewendon.
8,429 reviews63 followers
October 21, 2018
I know it hasn’t been that long, but I feel like I’ve been waiting forever to find out where the rest of this story goes after having read the prequel, What Lies Beneath, a year ago in Dangerous Desires. The sharp left turn the story took off the line made me realize how much of that prequel I’d forgotten in all that time. But that’s okay because this story took me for a ride I wasn’t willingly going to give up. I already knew I loved Mason before I even cracked open this book, so I was very happy to see him paired with someone like Laina. She’s sweet and feisty, with a heart of gold and is as fierce as a mother lion in defense of the people she cares about. I can’t wait to see what’s coming for Rick and Benji now.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author.
Profile Image for Kaye.
7,177 reviews69 followers
October 23, 2018
ONE SIZZLING WONDER!!!
Hey guys, if you're looking for a fast paced, action packed, hard hitting, nailbiting, no holds barred, spine tingling, nerve racking, page turning bombshell that stops you in your tracks. Congrats my friends you've come to the right place. The adrenaline rush off this bad boy will blow you away. Ali doesn't mess around with this explosive mix up from sizzling, off the charts chemistry that will floor you, to holding your attention you will not let this bad boy out of your sight until the last word. If you're in the need for speed, grab a seat and get comfortable, kick back and enjoy. Ali did an amazing job bringing this jewel together beautifully. Fantastic job Ali, thanks for sharing.
Profile Image for Kathleen Bradbury (Bulfon).
16.4k reviews216 followers
October 23, 2018
When I started reading this story, I couldn't put it down. I read the book in one day.This author is an awesome writer.I cannot wait to read more of their books. Keep up the great work.You should definitely read this book.

"I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book."
Profile Image for A. Hall.
Author 2 books6 followers
July 2, 2019
Really really loved this! I'm not into racing, cars, or the Fast and the Furious franchise. Like, at all. Cars bore me. Yet this author made it an exciting backdrop for this contemporary romance story. Not only that but the way she writes makes me feel secure, like she knows what she's talking about. Great research and she put the work in to bring it to life.

Very typical and basic contemp romance plot. Mason is a genuinely good guy, safe to fall for in every way, yet aggressively male, bold and rash, a risk taker, so, he's exciting and appealing. Laina too is full of the stereotypical tropes; sweet and caring, looking for love but not forceful, yet she's feisty and not afraid of a fight. Even the villains were those strange, amorphous bad guys who just do bad to be bad.

Yet, I don't have a bad thing to say about this. For all the boxes they tick, the author is very good at breathing life into everybody, even brief introductions. The characters were relatable, fun and entertaining to read about, and when the stakes got high, I cared about what happened to them. And the narrative was phenomenal, letting the characters move and tell the story, while keeping the internal dialogue engaging. I picked this up on a whim and was not expecting much. Yet now, I feel like anytime I am in the mood for a contemporary romance, something fun and easy yet still telling a great story with enjoyable characters, I'd definitely try another title by Ali Parker.
Profile Image for Susan.
1,295 reviews21 followers
November 18, 2018
Street Racing is exciting and dangerous, all on its own, but when you add in two men that will do anything, and I mean anything, to win, you have a page turner. There is also Mason, also known as "Street King", and his best friend's little sister, Laina, that provides their own heat, and it has nothing to do with the heat coming from their tires. Then, there is the author, Ali Parker, that takes this story out of her head and puts it down on paper, and using only words, will paint you a picture of what is happening, and pull you into it, and keep you there, from beginning to end. I loved reading this book, and therefore, I recommend that you read it too.
Profile Image for Merry Jelks-Emmanuel.
13.1k reviews154 followers
July 5, 2022
He has something to prove not only to himself but to the woman that took the love he had for her and threw it aside for someone else. Mason is out to take back what was rightfully his before his brother was injured. What he didn't need was a distraction by way of his best friend's little sister. Laina has the promise of everything he can hope for in a woman providing he takes the leap again. The question is will he? This is a high-octane fuel injected story that will have your heart pumping and you cheering for Mason and Laina! I voluntarily agreed to receive an ARC of this book for an honest review.
Profile Image for Marcy Barth.
290 reviews13 followers
October 24, 2021
Loved it!

I’ve never read a book like this before and this one made me a HUGE fan.

The writing is smooth and so easy to get into. I loved all of the characters and I’m looking forward to reading more from this series, this author.

Mason & Laina had amazing chemistry and I loved her spunky, feisty attitude. She was a little bit bada$$! lol

There was enough action and thrills in this one that it kept me completely captivated and I finished it in a day! Could not put it down.

Highly recommend this one.
Profile Image for Jennifer Soppe.
2,251 reviews13 followers
October 23, 2018
This one will keep you on the edge of your seat

Laina, a waitress, goes to a street race to be the flag girl with her brother where Mason, the Street King and her brother's best friend, is making his come back after a six month absence. As the story progresses friendships are gained, danger comes calling and demons return to reek havoc. Outracing Demons is an exciting street racing read that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Profile Image for Kris Mariela.
296 reviews
October 3, 2022
I am a huge fan of the car racing trope so I was expecting a lot of diving into this novel and it didn't disappoint. I love the heat, and intensity of the rivalry between Mark, Sid, and Mason. The spice between the main lead, Mason, and Laina is top-notch. Rick and Benji are great guys, I liked how supportive they were of Mason. Evelyn is annoying as shit so never mind. Harley is badass, I love her! The Streets is fun and dangerous, I dig it so much. Good one, Ali💯🔥
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Profile Image for Jodi.
834 reviews1 follower
October 22, 2018
Loved it!!

I just loved Mason and Laina story!! She is his best friend little sister and he is a street racer who has a broken heart!! She helps him heal his broken heart and race again! They fall in love and he knows he will do anything for her!! I would recommend this book to anyone!
Profile Image for Amber.
388 reviews2 followers
October 27, 2018
Reads like a fast and furious movie

Laina and Mason feel secondary to the fast cars and the past that plagues them all, but it was still a great read. I loved the fast and the furious movies and this kind of felt like one of those. A little too much, especially the ending, but hey! It was still with the read.
Profile Image for CLGL.
97 reviews24 followers
October 29, 2018
OMFG!! I could NOT put this down!!

It was the first book I read written by Ali Parker and it did not disappoint. It had all things I like: cars, street races, witty banter, some badass women and hot charming bad boys!

I could legit feel the adrenaline every time they raced, and just I want more and more of Mason, Laina and the whole gang.

I can't wait to read the next book of this series!!!

Profile Image for Rebecca Membreño.
222 reviews2 followers
February 26, 2019
Doesn't disappoint

Mason's demons were quite a few - between life and memories. His ex did a number on him, especially as her new lover shot his brother in the head. His best friend's little sister is a great woman and feisty, perfect to help Mason outrace his demons. Wonderful tale.
Profile Image for Hendrix Fan 4ever.
2,551 reviews7 followers
November 7, 2022
LOVED IT!

Ali Parker is one of my very favorite authors! When I started E. reading I chose her because we have the same family name🤗 Best decision ever!! Little did I know she was a very talented writer and a great human being😍 I have never met her personally, but I know she's a great human being by the stories she writes and the talent that she has!😍
Profile Image for Barbara Abatzis.
301 reviews19 followers
February 21, 2024
My rating: 4

Tropes: Racing - BFS - Divorced

Heat: 7/10
Emotion 7/10
Story: 7/10
Characters: 7/10
Interest: 6/10
POV: Dual
No Cheating/No OW sex

What I did like:
- Both characters
- The plot was good

What I did not like:
- There isn't something I didn't like, i just didn't connect that much with the story.

Overall, it was a good romance with steam.

Profile Image for Breanna.
1,169 reviews21 followers
November 7, 2018
Fast! 🔥

Outracing Demons is a super fast paced, exciting read! I love a brothers’s best friend romance. Mason & Laina’s story does not disappoint! It’s full of action, suspense and super hot scenes!
Profile Image for GeekyBookMama.
767 reviews17 followers
February 19, 2019
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I absolutely freaking loved this book! It had all the feels, just enough suspense, drama, laughter and sexiness. Mason was hot AF and Laina was awesome I loved her take no BS attitude. The story was brilliant
Profile Image for Vikki Bulmer.
246 reviews6 followers
February 19, 2019
Damn Good

Really liked the storyline, it's definitely what drew me in. The characters had chemistry and loved the angst from the racing. Great build up, it flowed well and ended how I wanted it to.
Profile Image for Holly Kilmister.
112 reviews
March 23, 2019
Reminded me a lot of Need for Speed or The Fast and Furious, racer finds girl, gets in the bad books with other racers, battle ensures on and off road, racer wins and humiliates bad guys taking over the race scene for good, all while falling in love with the flag girl!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Profile Image for Claudia Arensdorff.
806 reviews
January 27, 2025
What a rush!

This book had me on the edge of the couch the whole time I'm reading it because of all the things that are happening. Mason and Laina's story was absolutely amazing and a little dangerous but good all at the same time. Its absolutely a must read book!
Profile Image for Paige Whitecotton.
2,535 reviews9 followers
November 14, 2018
Love

Oh how I love a good street racing love story. This book had a lot of story to with the love and that makes it even better. Great story.
901 reviews4 followers
February 21, 2019
Great book

Loved Mason and Liana book. Hot sexy and full of excitement. Love their dedication to each and their friends. Can't wait to read and Rick. Next book Benji.
868 reviews6 followers
July 2, 2020
Hot

What’s hotter than a street racer? Hmm when he’s your brother’s best friend and he is the top of the racing world
Profile Image for Lenna  Wright.
3,395 reviews35 followers
January 14, 2022
HFN ending because Mason is Not done racing!
Great story, can’t wait for more.
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