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In the beginning…

Hate simmers between the Hellbound Lovers and the Devil’s Syndicate,
The tension sharp between them.
The Hellbound Lovers MC has taken over turf that doesn’t belong to them and they’re treading on thin ice.
Ryder Chase has never been a man to be restricted by rules,
Especially ones he hasn’t set himself,
And when he sets eyes on the sultry Regina Thorn,
There’s not a soul around who will stop him from getting what he wants.
But love has consequences,
And choosing a woman over his brotherhood may be the end of the line for Ryder.
When love and jealousy collide, decisions will finally be made,
And there’s no saying who might get caught in the crossfire.

108 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 17, 2019

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Crimson Syn

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International Bestselling Author, Crimson Syn, has been writing since the age of sixteen. Born and raised in New York City, to two extremely supportive Colombian parents, Crimson picked up the pen to escape from bullying in school. Her first book, Wolf: Hellbound Lovers MC, was published in March 2017, and ever since she has been focused on bringing her readers page turning, lip biting, bookmarking passion.
Today she is the lead on the Royal Bastards MC project, and she is working hard on creating brand new worlds for you to escape into. Her alphas are rough and possessive, and her heroines are independent, bright women with lots of sexy curves who know how to handle these naughty boys. From the Motorcycle Club world, to a twisted Alice in Wonderland, and a very sexy Cowboy series-Crimson's sole goal is to indulge her readers into these steamy reads that will send you into the arms of dangerous alphas and deliciously sexy rogues without leaving the confines of your nice warm beds.
If she is able to entice your inner goddesses, then she has done her job.

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Profile Image for Natalie  ~ The Biblioholic.
2,713 reviews1,420 followers
June 22, 2019
Take everything you've come to love about all of the Hellbound Lovers MC men and add in one more guy. Ryder, a throwback to the origins of the club, was just as hot, just as deadly, and had just as much heart as any of the men I've come to love so far. He sets his sights on Regina, and although she's the daughter of an opposing MC's president, although they shouldn't co-mingle, although it could lead to war, he's not letting her go. The heart wants what the heart wants and neither of them care what anyone thinks. They're in love. It's like a modern day Romeo and Juliet, with hogs and guns and tons of hot sex. Crimson Syn continues to deliver smutty goodness in her books and I will always be here to read them!
Profile Image for CrazyGal609.
1,866 reviews15 followers
June 8, 2024
Love it, Love it, Love it!!! OMG, this man 🤪😂🤭 this writing, it was great all the way through!!
I loved his direct & dirty talk😈 “Maybe I want to explode inside of you.” 🔥🔥🔥
Enjoyed it ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Nice cover, beautiful tattoo too & sweet meaning, was actually refreshing he didn’t hate his Mama for trying to do the right thing for him❤️
😈 Oooooh I like Franky, every gal needs a BFF like her (who can scare a powerful MC Man)..lol 🤪🤣🤩 AND she has the means to fulfill her threat 🖤💜💙💙💜🖤
🗯️“Treat her right, or I’ll also be coming after you. She means the world to me, so believe me when I say I’ll destroy you.”
I grimaced and while watching her, downed the shot."
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Profile Image for Sandy S.
8,306 reviews207 followers
July 15, 2020
RYDER by Crimson Syn is a stand alone, prequel novella in the author’s contemporary, adult HELLBOUND LOVERS erotic, MC, romance series focusing on the members of the Hellbound Lovers MC. This is Hellbound Lovers Founder and Sergeant at Arms Ryder Chase, and Devil’ Syndicate MC Princess Regina Thorn’s story line. RYDER can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Ryder and Regina are Scarlett’s parents (Wolf-Hellbound Lovers MC #1)

Told from dual first person perspectives (Ryder and Regina) RYDER looks back approximately twenty-four years earlier wherein Hellbound Lovers Founder and Sergeant at Arms Ryder Chase has fallen for the enemy’s daughter. A trip to the salvage yard located in Devil’s Syndicate territory finds Ryder Chase face to face with Regina Thorn, the daughter of the Devil’s Syndicate MC President. A forbidden affair begins with secret, nightly rendezvous’ that will become public knowledge when another member of the Devil’s Syndicate MC claims Regina as his own. What ensues is the quick building romance and relationship between Regina and Ryder, and the potential fall-out when the love between Regina and Ryder brings the possibility of war to the Hellbound Lovers’ front door.

RYDER is a quick read that reveals some of the history between the Devil’s Syndicate and the Hellbound Lovers MC-a forbidden romance between enemies by association but a romance that would last a lifetime and forever. The fast paced premise is spicy and inviting; the romance is erotic and provocative but I continue to struggle with the use of a certain four-letter word; the characters are colorful, familiar and flirty.

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Profile Image for Ginny Rose.
556 reviews30 followers
June 21, 2019
I'm a little torn about writing this review because my feelings are right in the middle.

When I saw the cover of the book I was immediately excited. Ryder Chase is Scarlett's dad, (Wolf), which meant we were getting her parents story which I was truly curious about. An MC legend that left his mark in the HLMC? Yes-and-thank you- because I wanted to know how these two meet. It was explosive, like I expected, Ryder and Regina are quite a pair.

As excited as I was, I can't deny I was also slightly disappointed. The story I was hyped about had more sex and less plot. Don't get me wrong, I'm a fan of heat and passion and I want all the dirty deets of what happens, but this particular story need a full novel, not a novella. I didn't feel the connection between Ryder and Regina, what I felt was so much lust that turned into love.

I could not in good faith give this book more than three stars. I know how crucial it is to pack so much details in a novella, but this book had way more than heat than heart. I was pleased with the characters. I was pleased with the origins of these characters... but I needed a little more considering how the Hellbound Lovers turn out to be.
Profile Image for Kathy Rouchelle .
969 reviews15 followers
June 16, 2019
Fast paced, steamy hot, exciting and a great start to the story that brought us the Hellbound Lovers MC. Here we have the story about the MC's beginning and the founding members and the feisty woman who brings Ryder to his knees. Regina is a smart, smart mouthed beauty and is the daughter of the President of the Devil's Syndicate MC. But when their sparks fly, it doesn't matter who's father is who, who's club is who, all that matters is what they feel for one another and Ryder will make sure that his woman is protected and loved. First, there is club business to handle, then, there is personal business to handle.

Great read and it's great seeing the Hellbound Lovers before we got to know them. Ready to get your motor running? One click this quick read that will do just that. Let the fun begin!
Profile Image for Latifa Morrisette.
2,584 reviews63 followers
June 17, 2019
This book was amazing. From the get go I kneHellhoundw this book was going to be action packed. Ryder and Regina reminded me a lot of Romeo and Juliet except he's the Sergeant in Arms for the Lover and she's the daughter of the Devil's Syndicate President. I love Crimson Sun's books and I'm definitely excited for more.
Profile Image for Rebecca Austin.
3,153 reviews3 followers
June 23, 2019
Ryder Chase is one of the founding members of the Hellbound Lovers and also the Sergeant at Arms for the club. When he is running an errand with Bear he meets a woman whom he is completely attracted to and wants to get to know better but she is off limits to him.

Regina Thorn is the daughter of Walker, and is the Devil's Syndicate Princess with her dad being the President. She is aware of who Ryder is but wants a chance to follow her own path and not be set up with the guy her dad has lined up for her.

With Ryder's club under attack from Los Perdidos can they handle being on the wrong side of Devil's Syndicate too?

This is another great book in the series and I like how it involves two of the author's series into one book.

I liked Ryder and how he initially had no idea who Regina was when he first met her but knew he wanted to see her again. I was wary of how far he went without getting caught and I wondered if there was going to be repercussions from his visit to Regina.

I liked Regina and that she wanted to live her own life and was tired of following what her dad expected of her. Regina followed her heart and knew at a certain point that she had to leave.

The end was totally unexpected with what happened and I was definitely surprised at how everything went down!

The very end made me happy and I look forward to more from Wolf!!
Profile Image for Shelly Wolf.
509 reviews7 followers
June 26, 2019
This is a short story by the amazing Crimson Syn ,,,,,, 

Ryder Chase is a member of The Hellbound Lovers MC where he is the Founder and Sergeant At Arms ,,, Nick Barton is the Prez there,,,,, Ryder and Bear are on a mission to get parts for his new truck, well, new to him,,,, so, he goes to where the parts are,,,, except, it's in The Devil's Syndicate MC territory,,,, and what do they do when Ryder meets a beautiful woman working in the parts store ,,,, well, he asks her out ,,,, only thing is, is she is off limits to him,,,,, 

Regina Thorn is a 23 year old who is the daughter of Walker Thorn, The big man of The Devil's Syndicate MC ,,, and has done everything under the direction of her father,,,, but she's tired of doing what's expected of her,,,, who to talk to ,,,, where to go,,,, what to do,,,, but who is in her store today,,, Ryder Chase from the rival MC, The Hellbound Lovers ,,,, and if her Daddy knew that Ryder Chase was talking to her,,,, let alone the fact that he just asked her out,,,,, and she us totally thinking about saying ,,,,, YES ,,, 

This was a great story from Crimson Syn,,,, the chemistry between Ryder and Regina was awesome,,,, and there was some action, some adventure and some very steamy scenes ,,,,, I would so totally recommend this book to anyone,,,,,

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review
Profile Image for Lauren.
6,131 reviews57 followers
June 17, 2019
This story is short, fast paced and an enjoyable read. Ryder is a novella of the Hellbound Lovers series. From I can tell, the events in this story take place before the other characters stories (e.g. wolf). Correct me if I am wrong, I just gathered that after the snippet at the very end of a young Wolf Stone as a prospect. If I am correct, I have to say, this story doesn’t have an old feel to it if that makes sense. It felt like present tense throughout.
I read this book in one sitting and was satisfied throughout. I found the writing style easy to follow, the characters loveable and the storyline enjoyable.
I really liked Regina. I liked that she has sass and that she was feisty. She defiantly wasn’t afraid to speak her mind.
The chemistry between Regina and Ryder is clear to see and I really liked them as a couple. The passion between them was through the roof.
I wasn’t a fan of Walker at first but towards the end, his love for his daughter was clear to see and my heart softened towards him.
I really liked the ending and epilogue of this story. I liked seeing Ryder and Regina as parents and the passion between them still going strong.
The storyline for this book is easy to follow and an enjoyable read. I cannot wait for more books from Crimson Syn,
3,388 reviews28 followers
June 22, 2019
Ryder Chase is the Sargent of Arms for the Hellbound Lover MC. And he is firmly in The Devil's Syndicate MC territory but his best friend Bear doesn't care. He wants motor parts and apparently this junk yard was the place to be. And Ryder couldnt thank him enough once he spotted the sexy Regina Walker. The chemistry between theses two is off the charts it was like fireworks going off. But the only problem is that she is the daughter of the President of the Devil's Syndicate. And there is no love lost between the Hellbound lovers and The Devil's Syndicate. In fact they hate each other.
But they are like two magnets the pull is too strong but there was no way they could get their happy ever after without blood being lost. But whose blood would it be ????
OMG I couldnt put this book down. super super addictive Its a roll coaster of a story I love MC books but there was something very special about this book. I think I am going to be hooked to the Hellbound Series woohoo bring it on Super excited

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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1,243 reviews176 followers
June 16, 2019
Amount of sex – 3.5 / 5
How explicit are the sex scenes – 4 / 5
Story – 5 / 5
Overall: – 5 / 5

What a great story!

Ryder is a steamy novella in the Hellbound Lovers world written by author Crimson Syn. This quick read takes place 20 years before Wolf, which is the first book in the series. Therefore, this story can be read as a standalone romance. Although, I recommend you read the series since it’s one of my favorites.

Ryder tells the story of a forbidden romance between two different motorcycle clubs. Ryder Chase is one of the founding members of the Hellbound Lovers MC, and Regina Thorn is the Devils Syndicate’s princess. When they meet, the smart thing would have been to walk away. Not Ryder though. Going against the rules of both clubs, Ryder and Regina fall in love. And boy do they have some steamy scenes!

I love being back in the Hellbound Lovers world! I loved it and can’t wait for the next! A definite add to your TBR list!

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Profile Image for Andrzejewski Amy.
384 reviews6 followers
June 19, 2019
I loved reading The Hellbound Lovers MC series.
This Ryder and Regina's story. It reminded me of a MC spinoff of Romeo and Juliet. Ryder Chase falls fast and hard for Regina Walker. To bad they are from 2 different MC's that are rivals. Ryder just happens to be a HLMC. While Regina is the Devils Syndicates MC's, Presidents daughter. When Regina and Ryder have a run in on DSMC territory neither can stop thinking of the other. Once they cross the line of enemies to lovers there's no putti
ng out the burning flames of desire. Nor turning back the hands of time.

In the end you understand the HLMC rule, “No one is to touch an HLMC member’s family. They are sacred and shouldn’t be looked upon for favors.”

The Hellbound Lovers MC series is a must read if you haven't read it yet. I look forward to reading more by this amazing author in the future.
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Profile Image for Barbara.
2,648 reviews61 followers
June 16, 2019
Oh what a ride the author took us on with Ryder’s story. I have read all the prior Hellbound Lover books and getting to meet the guys that came before them and made our alpha bikers what they are told is going to be awesome. If Ryder’s story is any indication, this is going to be an outstanding era and addition to the series.

Ryder is a rugged alpha biker who lives for the club and his brothers. When he finds the woman of his dreams, Regina, she also brings trouble to the clubs door. Troubles that Ryder’s best friend and the Club’s Prez, Nick, doesn’t want or need. This is an outstanding, action packed sexy read that kept me flipping the pages. I highly recommend this excellent novella along with all the Hellbound Lovers MC series. 2 Thumbs Up and 5 Resounding stars.
Profile Image for J. Ockenhouse.
1,743 reviews18 followers
June 15, 2019
Ryder and Regina story may be a novella but it's full steam ahead.

Ryder can't help his instant attraction to Regina and vise versa. A few issues with her dad being the president of a rival club. Her being "promised" to another might be another situation.

The steam factor between them had me wiping down my reader often with all the fog, it made it hard to read...lol.

Not secrets, revelations or the twists that get thrown into their love story will come between them, I'm sure not even a piece of paper will get through.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
1,465 reviews3 followers
June 20, 2019
Ryder Chase is the Sargent of Arms for the Hellbound Lovers MC. He will do everything he can to protect his club and those they love around them. He doesn’t like rules and doesn’t always follow them. So, when he ends up in an area that is not Hellbound Lovers property, he knows he needs to get out of there, but a certain woman has caught his attention. Regina Thorn is a name that is well known. Well, mostly her last name but Ryder knows exactly who Regina belongs to, but he doesn’t care.

Ryder is a quick novella that can be read in one sitting. It’s easy to follow and easier to fall into. Be ready, because there’s suspense and danger, love and of course a happily ever after.
4,908 reviews18 followers
June 26, 2019
Hot! Hot! Hot! Ryder, one of founding members is Sgt At Arms for Hellbound Lovers. Regina is Walker, President of Devil's Syndicate's daughter. Hellbound and Devil's are rival MC's. They are both instantly attracted to each other and know the risks of pursuing a relationship. Hellbound's is being targeted by Los Perdidos, so now is not a good time to rock the boat with any potential alliances. So how turbulent do Ryder and Regina make it? Can they find a way to make love and not war? What will walker do? Great story! Sizzling. Nice to get to know Scarlett's parents. I received an ARC from Booksprout for a review.
Profile Image for Kitty Moon.
95 reviews2 followers
July 5, 2019
This novella is a sizzling addition to the Hellbound Lovers MC series. Ryder takes us on a tour to the beginnings of the Hellbound Lovers as he is one of the original founding members. They've invaded Devil's Syndicate territory and caused some rumbling of trouble as they try to make a name for themselves in a new town. Ryder, Sergeant At Arms for HLMC, has stirred the pot when the beautiful woman he's latched onto and begun a hot affair with happens to be the only daughter of the Prez of Devil's Syndicate. Ryder and Regina's story is smoking hot and fast. No slow burn here! Quick read but a lot of backstory crammed in and sexy escapade.
Profile Image for Lynn Stifle.
3,826 reviews68 followers
June 17, 2019
Ryder is a scorching hot and quick read. Regina is the daughter of the President of the Devil's Syndicate MC. Ryder is a biker, and one of the founding members of the Hellbound Lovers MC. When the two meet, they have an instant attraction and the sparks fly. They go against the rules of their clubs and start seeing one another, then fall in love. Will Ryder choose love over his brotherhood? The flow of this book is spot on, the characters are dynamic together, and overall, a fantastic and entertaining read.
Profile Image for Joy Boutwell.
1,618 reviews17 followers
June 18, 2019
This is a good book and the story is interesting. Ryder and Regina are awesome characters and I liked how their story unfolded. The problem I did have is in the book it says Regina Chase, then two sentences down Regina Chase and then four more sentences it gets her name correct Regina Thorn. The Epilogues at the end were awesome in closing the book out until reading Wolf Book 1 in the series that was included at the end. Wolf should have known who Scarlet was since he's in the MC - it's like the books were written backwards. But putting that aside it was and interesting story.
Profile Image for Elizabeth Edwards.
5,552 reviews9 followers
June 21, 2019
waiting on a response ... i did email the author in hopes 2 tell her of some spelling errors ...but yet to get a email back. that is the trouble with kindles .. i am not in the know of how to mark those errors to keep up with them ... did wonder how or why they went through. any who ... i love this series ... i love these men ...but i am wondering where she will take us next? i was curious why a novella not a regular read? but what i love most about Crimson Syn .. no matter the length of the read ... they are always hot and steamy ... what more could you ask for??! such a fan.
Profile Image for Rhonda Hicks.
4,684 reviews83 followers
June 24, 2019
Once again Crimson Syn has let us into the world of the Hellbound Lovers MC. This time we get to go back to the beginning and witness the story of Ryder Chase, the Sargent at Arms of the MC and one of the original founders and Regina Thorn, the Devil's Syndicate Princess and daughter of their president, Walker Thorn. A quick read that pulled me in, sexual chemistry that is HOTTER than blue blazes and personalities that will absolutely make you want to cheer for them. I can't wait for Bear's story. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Profile Image for Nicole Brown.
169 reviews4 followers
June 25, 2019
What can I say other than Crimson Syn has hit it out of the ball park or should I say motorcycle club lol. This book is amazing and addicting. Fun novella with hot alpha men, humor, and all out panty melting, tongue hanging out drooling, hot as sin characters. I cant wait for more. Take this journey and do yourself a favor Ride the Ryder train. My God this man will have you OMG YES to WTF oh well I still love him anyway. I felt every emotion. Characters are loveable and I just want to keep going and for the books to never have an end. I want it all right now LOL.
3,264 reviews10 followers
June 25, 2019
Ryder is the enforcer for the Hellbound Lovers. Regina is the daughter of the President of the Devil's syndicate. Never should the two cross paths. However when does life ever go by those rules. Once they met you couldn't keep them apart. The heat between them was going to burn someone. This was a short HEA with alot of action. This was the prequel to the series and so far of the series is as action packed and hot as the prequel, then I cant wait ti dive into it.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Profile Image for Wendy Livingstone.
20.2k reviews257 followers
June 13, 2020
This is #8.5 in this remarkable series and is Sargent-at-Arms Ryder and Regina’s story. Ryder is fiercely loyal to his MC, yet he does not adhere to rules and he certainly does not follow them. When he is looking for motor parts, he knows he is venturing into a rival’s territory by going to their junkyard, and when he spots Regina, he knows she is the daughter of the President. The chemistry between these two is explosive, and this is a modern day fairy-tale, which is action packed and a steamy read. I cannot wait to read more in this fascinating series and recommend for all MC lovers.
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703 reviews12 followers
January 9, 2026
HLMC heat!

Ryder and Regina and a match neither saw coming. She is the daughter of a rival MC and they don't like Hellbound Lovers one bit.

But the heart wants what the heart wants and even a jealous and possessive Devil's Syndicate biker won't stop it. Sawyer thinks he owns Regina. Thinks her father gave him claim on her. But he will soon find out the truth.

Ryder will do whatever it takes to make her his, including going against his brothers and Prez.

When all hell breaks lose you want the HLMC on your side.

Hot!
Intriguing!
And oh so good!
488 reviews7 followers
June 17, 2019
This book is about Ryder, who is the Sergeant-at-Arms of the Hellbound Lovers, an MC that is trying to do a lot of good things when possible. He falls in love with Regina, the daughter of the President of a rival MC, the Devil's Syndicate. So the book becomes a real Romeo and Juliet story, with lots of great sex scenes, and many surprises. I highly recommend this book!

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
6,147 reviews17 followers
June 26, 2019
This is a really good novella. It's a fast paced fairly quick read that sucks you. Plus, it is a great addition to the "Hellbound Lovers MC". I really enjoyed the characters. Ryder Chase is the Sergeant at Arms for the Hellbound Lovers MC as well as a founder. He is out on an errand when he meets the only daughter of Walker Thorn, the President of Devil's Syndicate, a rival gang. It is instant attraction between Ryder and Regina. I love the witty dialogue. This is a fun and sexy read!
522 reviews10 followers
July 1, 2019
OMG, we finally start finding out the history of the Hellbound Lovers! And somehow I’m so not surprised that Ryder and Regina are just as hot and wild as the rest, and possibly even more shocking. These two are in significant positions in their respective MCs, hell, she’s the daughter of the president, but that doesn’t seem like it will keep them apart.

I love finding out why the infamous rule was written as well... I can’t wait to read more of the founding members’ stories.
Profile Image for Ann L.
4,826 reviews39 followers
June 16, 2019
For those who have read the Hellbound Lovers, will be familiar with the rule that nearly stopped Wolf and Scarlett from getting together, this is Ryder Chase and Regina Thorn's story of how they met and how the rule was born.

Couldn't put this down and I read it in one sitting, it was that good.

I received a copy from Bookfunnel and I am voluntarily leaving my own honest opinion
Profile Image for Madeleine.
4,340 reviews10 followers
June 19, 2019
I've said it before, I'll say it again. I flove EVERY book in this series. They've all been intense, steamy, page turning and so beautifully written. The ONLY complaint I have is, someone isn't reading it to me (the previous 5 were audiobooks. Lol). Crimson is now one of my favorite go to authors & automatic one-click.
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