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Rolling Thunder MC Birmingham #2
Dementor
Dementor's a grizzly bear shifter. In human form, he's a huge mountain of a man who works as a bouncer for the MC’s strip club. The decimated Birmingham RTMC is struggling after most of their members died during the battle between good and evil, but the small group of brothers who survived form a tight group.
Ember is a swan shifter who was owned by the Owl King for years — a princess given in tribute, but she grew to love him despite the fact it wasn’t a healthy relationship. When he was killed in the battle, she found herself alone and adrift.
Worlds collide when a grizzly bear and a swan from opposite worlds find common ground. This is about more than princess and biker, it’s about a monogamous creature in a relationship with one who isn’t, it’s about a protective personality versus a woman who hasn’t been free to be herself for years. Is she even capable of having a normal relationship? Because now, anything short of total freedom feels a bit like having her wings clipped all over again.
But she’s going to transition to a dragon soon, and clipping a swan’s wings is one thing, while clipping a dragon’s wings is an entirely different matter.
Ember is a swan shifter who was owned by the Owl King for years — a princess given in tribute, but she grew to love him despite the fact it wasn’t a healthy relationship. When he was killed in the battle, she found herself alone and adrift.
Worlds collide when a grizzly bear and a swan from opposite worlds find common ground. This is about more than princess and biker, it’s about a monogamous creature in a relationship with one who isn’t, it’s about a protective personality versus a woman who hasn’t been free to be herself for years. Is she even capable of having a normal relationship? Because now, anything short of total freedom feels a bit like having her wings clipped all over again.
But she’s going to transition to a dragon soon, and clipping a swan’s wings is one thing, while clipping a dragon’s wings is an entirely different matter.
504 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 27, 2020
About the author
Candace Blevins
98 books809 followersABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Candace Blevins writes urban fantasy, paranormal romance, epic fantasy contemporary BDSM romance, and two kick-ass motorcycle club series. She’s published more than fifty books. Candace lives with her husband of twenty-four years and their two teenaged daughters. The family’s beloved, goofy, retired racing greyhounds are usually at her side as she writes, quietly keeping her company. Or sometimes not so quietly.
Her urban fantasy series, Only Human, gives us a world where weredragons, werewolves, werelions, three different species of vampires, and a variety of other mythological beings exist.
Candace's various paranormal romance series are all sister series to the Only Human series, and give some secondary characters their happily ever after.
Her Dark(ish) Faerie Tale series gives us a close-up and personal look at Queen Mab, and her Dark Underbelly series is, as you’d expect, dark and (if you’re a little twisted) oh-so-yummy.
Her contemporary Safeword series gives us characters who happen to have some extreme kinks. Relationships can be difficult enough without throwing power exchange into the mix, and her books show characters who care enough about each other to fight to make the relationship work. Each couple in the Safeword series gives the reader a different take on the lifestyle.
You can visit Candace on the web at candaceblevins.com. Feel free to friend her on Facebook at facebook.com/candacesblevins and Goodreads at goodreads.com/CandaceBlevins. You can also join facebook.com/groups/CandacesKinksters to get sneak peeks into what she's writing now, images that inspire her, and the occasional juicy teaser.
Stay up to date on Candace’s newest releases, and get exclusive excerpts by joining her mailing list at http://bit.ly/cb-new-release.
Only Human series, urban fantasy
• Only Human
• An Unhuman Journey
• Of Humans and Monsters
• Defining Human
• Edge of Humanity
• Infinitely Human
• Unhuman Acts
Rolling Thunder Motorcycle Club
• Duke
• Brain
• Bash Volume I
• Bash Volume II
• Bash Volume III
• Horse
• Gonzo
• Nix
• Ghost
• Bud
• Razor
• Bubbles
• McGyver
The Birmingham RTMC
• Bobcat
• Dementor
• Frost
• Squatch
Cat out of Hell, series, paranormal romance:
• Cat out of Hell Volume I
• Cat out of Hell Volume II
• Cat out of Hell Volume III
The Dark Underbelly of The Chattanooga Supernaturals
• Pride (A short story featuring The Lion King)
• Indentured Freedom: Owned by the Vampire
• Leashed
• An Elegant Weapon
A Dark(ish) Faerie Tale
• Slave
• Lady
• Consort
• Queen
A Paranormal Halloween, paranormal romance
• Hallowed Destiny – Forged by Darkness
• Unhallowed Murder
• Countdown to Murder
• Unholy Murder
Pleasure Times Four Christmas series, ménage/RH paranormal romance
• Unexpected Gifts
• The Gift
• Present Tense
• Imperfect Gifts
Chattanooga Supernaturals series, paranormal romance:
• The Dragon King
• Riding the Storm
• Acceptable Risk
• Careful What You Ask For
• Uncaged
• Cocky Queen
The Safeword series, intense BDSM contemporary romance
• Safeword Rainbow
• Safeword: Davenport
• Safewords: Davenport and Chiffon
• Safeword: Quinacridone
• Safeword: Matte
• Safeword: Matte – In Training
• No Safeword: Matte – The Honeymoon
• No Safeword: Matte – Happily Ever After
• Safeword: Arabesque
• Safeword: Mayday (TBA)
Candace Blevins writes urban fantasy, paranormal romance, epic fantasy contemporary BDSM romance, and two kick-ass motorcycle club series. She’s published more than fifty books. Candace lives with her husband of twenty-four years and their two teenaged daughters. The family’s beloved, goofy, retired racing greyhounds are usually at her side as she writes, quietly keeping her company. Or sometimes not so quietly.
Her urban fantasy series, Only Human, gives us a world where weredragons, werewolves, werelions, three different species of vampires, and a variety of other mythological beings exist.
Candace's various paranormal romance series are all sister series to the Only Human series, and give some secondary characters their happily ever after.
Her Dark(ish) Faerie Tale series gives us a close-up and personal look at Queen Mab, and her Dark Underbelly series is, as you’d expect, dark and (if you’re a little twisted) oh-so-yummy.
Her contemporary Safeword series gives us characters who happen to have some extreme kinks. Relationships can be difficult enough without throwing power exchange into the mix, and her books show characters who care enough about each other to fight to make the relationship work. Each couple in the Safeword series gives the reader a different take on the lifestyle.
You can visit Candace on the web at candaceblevins.com. Feel free to friend her on Facebook at facebook.com/candacesblevins and Goodreads at goodreads.com/CandaceBlevins. You can also join facebook.com/groups/CandacesKinksters to get sneak peeks into what she's writing now, images that inspire her, and the occasional juicy teaser.
Stay up to date on Candace’s newest releases, and get exclusive excerpts by joining her mailing list at http://bit.ly/cb-new-release.
Only Human series, urban fantasy
• Only Human
• An Unhuman Journey
• Of Humans and Monsters
• Defining Human
• Edge of Humanity
• Infinitely Human
• Unhuman Acts
Rolling Thunder Motorcycle Club
• Duke
• Brain
• Bash Volume I
• Bash Volume II
• Bash Volume III
• Horse
• Gonzo
• Nix
• Ghost
• Bud
• Razor
• Bubbles
• McGyver
The Birmingham RTMC
• Bobcat
• Dementor
• Frost
• Squatch
Cat out of Hell, series, paranormal romance:
• Cat out of Hell Volume I
• Cat out of Hell Volume II
• Cat out of Hell Volume III
The Dark Underbelly of The Chattanooga Supernaturals
• Pride (A short story featuring The Lion King)
• Indentured Freedom: Owned by the Vampire
• Leashed
• An Elegant Weapon
A Dark(ish) Faerie Tale
• Slave
• Lady
• Consort
• Queen
A Paranormal Halloween, paranormal romance
• Hallowed Destiny – Forged by Darkness
• Unhallowed Murder
• Countdown to Murder
• Unholy Murder
Pleasure Times Four Christmas series, ménage/RH paranormal romance
• Unexpected Gifts
• The Gift
• Present Tense
• Imperfect Gifts
Chattanooga Supernaturals series, paranormal romance:
• The Dragon King
• Riding the Storm
• Acceptable Risk
• Careful What You Ask For
• Uncaged
• Cocky Queen
The Safeword series, intense BDSM contemporary romance
• Safeword Rainbow
• Safeword: Davenport
• Safewords: Davenport and Chiffon
• Safeword: Quinacridone
• Safeword: Matte
• Safeword: Matte – In Training
• No Safeword: Matte – The Honeymoon
• No Safeword: Matte – Happily Ever After
• Safeword: Arabesque
• Safeword: Mayday (TBA)
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March 16, 2020
Kicking off a new series within an existing world post epic battle is an impressive challenge. For those who have followed the other series by Ms. Blevins, this is an exciting new must read erotic romance. For those new to Ms. Blevins, this will reel a reader in. I confess, I avoided as many spoilers as possible because I wanted to be surprised. I wanted to enjoy the journey of the book and I didn't want too many expectations set up. I am glad I did; I loved this book. Here are the reasons why.
First, I knew that this was after a major war between good and evil. Both sides suffered heavy losses. Staggering losses that still pains me to think about. My guess was this story was going to be more about rebuilding post war devastation and really focus on the supernatural communities trying to start over again. Yes and no. This story briefly touched upon the after shocks and post war salvaging, but it mostly focused on a very sweet and steamy romance. This is the main reason why I enjoyed it. The romance is delightful.
Second, I loved Ember the main character. It is no secret that I love the females Ms. Blevins creates because they are not victims. They are survivors and it appeals to me. Ember is a survivor, with baggage. It is more than surviving the one she lost to the war; it is also her growth to a healthy mental state that is impressive. Her life as a royal swan is not as expected and what she lived through was both daunting and yet seductive. She was a sex slave and then sex toy to another shifter royalty. To categorize that royalty as sadistic would be mild. The kinks and tortures perpetrated upon her were both alarming and exciting. The emotional toll is what pained me.
Third, Dementor as her love interest worked so well because he also comes with baggage. His knows his limits and he isn't a perfect alpha male. The joining of these two where their relationship takes a step forward and then a few steps back creates a realistic sexual tension. It causes a reader to become invested and hope that this will be a happily ever after.
Fourth, I loved the Roller Derby. I have a friend who plays but I never learned much about it other than she ended up bruised a lot and she loved being with her teammates. After learning how Roller Derby teams function, I'm a fan. Now I want to watch this sport and support it. The camaraderie is infectious. I love it.
Fifth and most seductive about this book is the kink. Oh my goodness, break out the vibrator. This book would have been finished quicker and the review coming out faster had I not needed several, not one but several "me time" breaks. When it comes to BDSM kink, Ms. Blevins is one of my top go to authors. The kink in this story is out of this world hawt. With the supernatural genre flexibility, it allows Ms. Blevins to merge her real life experiences with an intense creative license. I revel in her sexual scenes. Whilst many of the kinky acts are feasible, it is extreme and the ability to shift and heal the body is what makes it so attractive to me.
This book is more than just a kinky erotic romance. There is an underlying theme of community, acceptance and how the world moves on after loss. This erotic romance is high recommended to kinky readers who love their happily ever afters.
* I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
First, I knew that this was after a major war between good and evil. Both sides suffered heavy losses. Staggering losses that still pains me to think about. My guess was this story was going to be more about rebuilding post war devastation and really focus on the supernatural communities trying to start over again. Yes and no. This story briefly touched upon the after shocks and post war salvaging, but it mostly focused on a very sweet and steamy romance. This is the main reason why I enjoyed it. The romance is delightful.
Second, I loved Ember the main character. It is no secret that I love the females Ms. Blevins creates because they are not victims. They are survivors and it appeals to me. Ember is a survivor, with baggage. It is more than surviving the one she lost to the war; it is also her growth to a healthy mental state that is impressive. Her life as a royal swan is not as expected and what she lived through was both daunting and yet seductive. She was a sex slave and then sex toy to another shifter royalty. To categorize that royalty as sadistic would be mild. The kinks and tortures perpetrated upon her were both alarming and exciting. The emotional toll is what pained me.
Third, Dementor as her love interest worked so well because he also comes with baggage. His knows his limits and he isn't a perfect alpha male. The joining of these two where their relationship takes a step forward and then a few steps back creates a realistic sexual tension. It causes a reader to become invested and hope that this will be a happily ever after.
Fourth, I loved the Roller Derby. I have a friend who plays but I never learned much about it other than she ended up bruised a lot and she loved being with her teammates. After learning how Roller Derby teams function, I'm a fan. Now I want to watch this sport and support it. The camaraderie is infectious. I love it.
Fifth and most seductive about this book is the kink. Oh my goodness, break out the vibrator. This book would have been finished quicker and the review coming out faster had I not needed several, not one but several "me time" breaks. When it comes to BDSM kink, Ms. Blevins is one of my top go to authors. The kink in this story is out of this world hawt. With the supernatural genre flexibility, it allows Ms. Blevins to merge her real life experiences with an intense creative license. I revel in her sexual scenes. Whilst many of the kinky acts are feasible, it is extreme and the ability to shift and heal the body is what makes it so attractive to me.
This book is more than just a kinky erotic romance. There is an underlying theme of community, acceptance and how the world moves on after loss. This erotic romance is high recommended to kinky readers who love their happily ever afters.
* I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
March 31, 2020
A monogamous swan and a grizzly bear who’s trait is to be a polygamist. Even with an attraction that is off the charts, will they be able to make it work?
Ember is wary of Dementor. His lifestyle, his inability to be monogamous are working against him in her eyes. She’s also a little afraid of getting into another relationship that would clip her wings again. The Owl King owned her … she thought she loved him but all she was to him was a toy to be taken out and played with when the mood struck. Would D be the same or would he look at her as his equal in every way but in bed? Was she willing to take the chance? How would he handle her secret? Will she fit in with the MC? So many questions. But, one thing she knows for sure, she’s falling for him.
Dementor knew that being with Ember was a chance that he was more than willing to take. He had no need or want for another woman, which baffled him. But, could their worlds mesh? She’s a Swan Princess. He’s just a Grizzly Bear. She’s smart, interesting and perfect in every way. He’s in an MC. But, she’s perfect for him. A sexual submissive that matches his sexual drive in every way. He’s falling hard for his little swan and he’s not sure that he could convince her that the Princess and the Bear can work out.
Candace really draws you into a story. The Birmingham Rolling Thunder has some old and new characters and I loved how she is bringing everything and everyone together after the battle that took out so many beloved characters. I really enjoyed the Roller Derby aspect of the story as well. It was a fun and exciting facet of the book that brightened up a story that could have been very dark.
From the roller ring to the trip to Faerie, I was totally engrossed in Dementor. This book is not for the faint of heart … the dominance and submission were classic Candace Blevins. Kink with a twist. I loved the twists and turns it took. But, I loved who Ember became. She was a strong female to start with but she became a woman filled with confidence and belonging at long last.
Review copy provided for a voluntary review.
Ember is wary of Dementor. His lifestyle, his inability to be monogamous are working against him in her eyes. She’s also a little afraid of getting into another relationship that would clip her wings again. The Owl King owned her … she thought she loved him but all she was to him was a toy to be taken out and played with when the mood struck. Would D be the same or would he look at her as his equal in every way but in bed? Was she willing to take the chance? How would he handle her secret? Will she fit in with the MC? So many questions. But, one thing she knows for sure, she’s falling for him.
Dementor knew that being with Ember was a chance that he was more than willing to take. He had no need or want for another woman, which baffled him. But, could their worlds mesh? She’s a Swan Princess. He’s just a Grizzly Bear. She’s smart, interesting and perfect in every way. He’s in an MC. But, she’s perfect for him. A sexual submissive that matches his sexual drive in every way. He’s falling hard for his little swan and he’s not sure that he could convince her that the Princess and the Bear can work out.
Candace really draws you into a story. The Birmingham Rolling Thunder has some old and new characters and I loved how she is bringing everything and everyone together after the battle that took out so many beloved characters. I really enjoyed the Roller Derby aspect of the story as well. It was a fun and exciting facet of the book that brightened up a story that could have been very dark.
From the roller ring to the trip to Faerie, I was totally engrossed in Dementor. This book is not for the faint of heart … the dominance and submission were classic Candace Blevins. Kink with a twist. I loved the twists and turns it took. But, I loved who Ember became. She was a strong female to start with but she became a woman filled with confidence and belonging at long last.
Review copy provided for a voluntary review.
May 10, 2020
I really liked the h but the story was dull AF. It took me 3 days to get through it. If your interested in this authors work I’d suggest you take a look at Only Human or the Chattanooga series.
I wouldn’t recommend the book but I would the author. I’m also likely to continue bc the next couple’s story might be a bit more exciting.
⚠️ heavy humiliation & S/M
I wouldn’t recommend the book but I would the author. I’m also likely to continue bc the next couple’s story might be a bit more exciting.
⚠️ heavy humiliation & S/M
April 3, 2020
Eh. This wasn't that great of a new book in the lexicon of supernatural MC's for this author. This was really all about two very hardcore S/m practitioners finding each other and working at how best to have a relationship. Pretty much nothing else of note happens. The hardcore aspect of their play was not especially erotic and since they are supernatural beings, frankly it wasn't very realistic (for humans) so I couldn't even relate in that way. I found very little of this book romantic. Towards the end they aren't even together for a big chunk while the h is off getting punished (with humiliation and pain) from other people. This was poorly timed because I was at the point when I was ready for the book to be over and this just extended it in unsatisfactory ways. The discipline, sex, etc had nothing to do with the H and h so it felt pointless. I skipped/skimmed most of it. I didn't find any of it erotic. If pushed, I would say I found a lot of this book tedious.
On a somewhat related note, the book mentions the big fight between good and evil and how a lot of the "good" side lost until somehow they won. I'm assuming this happened in "Unhuman Acts" of the Only Human series, which I didn't read. I would really, really like to know who all died in that book. Does anyone know if there is a list somewhere? I was a fan of the Chatanooga series and would like to know how they all faired.
On a somewhat related note, the book mentions the big fight between good and evil and how a lot of the "good" side lost until somehow they won. I'm assuming this happened in "Unhuman Acts" of the Only Human series, which I didn't read. I would really, really like to know who all died in that book. Does anyone know if there is a list somewhere? I was a fan of the Chatanooga series and would like to know how they all faired.
March 23, 2020
Candace brings us a Rolling Thunder MC novel, of course, the author is at her finest. I'm usually not an 'mc' kinda fan but I love Candace's MC's! Her stories have so much life and so far away from the normal cookie-cutter theme, you may be used to.
This book had a bit going on with it. *smiles* as you read you should remember Ember. It like "Ember got her groove back" Sassy and whew! capable of kickin some butt. "The D" larger than life bear of a man, pretty much knew how his life was going to play out. the MC, his brothers.
This multilayered detailed story where emotions run a rollercoaster course, Almost a coming of age, a lifestyle change. What a journey for both Ember and D. MS Blevins knows how to crank up the intensity and let you just hover in the flow of emotions. Let me tell you, D gots some damn skills. I wanted to climb in my kindle to be with him. Ember man, I just wanted to give her like hugs and hugs.
A amazing first book in a brand new series, stand by to stand by. Brava Ms Blevins. Enjoy
This book had a bit going on with it. *smiles* as you read you should remember Ember. It like "Ember got her groove back" Sassy and whew! capable of kickin some butt. "The D" larger than life bear of a man, pretty much knew how his life was going to play out. the MC, his brothers.
This multilayered detailed story where emotions run a rollercoaster course, Almost a coming of age, a lifestyle change. What a journey for both Ember and D. MS Blevins knows how to crank up the intensity and let you just hover in the flow of emotions. Let me tell you, D gots some damn skills. I wanted to climb in my kindle to be with him. Ember man, I just wanted to give her like hugs and hugs.
A amazing first book in a brand new series, stand by to stand by. Brava Ms Blevins. Enjoy
March 27, 2020
I thought that I would really like this story but I was disappointed. And apparently I am the exception. The first chapters are full of really hardcore BDSM, emphasis on the S&M. I couldn't connect with the characters. I like kink, but this was way over the top for me. I do enjoy stories with a certain amount of sadism but I'm not a pain freak. Yes, I understand that these are supernatural beings that can heal but maybe I'm too much of an empath. The title of this book should have been Demented. Between the 79% and 84% mark's the book can be a how-to guide for humiliation, abuse, torture and possibly murder. I probably watch too much Forensic Files. I've really enjoyed everything else this author has written in the paranormal world so I feel bad to leave a review like this.
March 19, 2020
Dementor is the first book in a spin-off of the Rolling Thunder MC Chattanooga series. This tells of the brutal rebuilding of a swan shifter’s life. It is going to take a bit of what she suffered to bring her to a point where she knows what and who she wants. I liked Ember and ached for what she’d been through but rejoiced with every step she took to reclaiming her life. This story requires a strong stomach and a willingness to go through hell and come out the other side.
October 1, 2020
I am loving this new addiction of the RTMC Birmingham Chapter. Ember and Dementor are made for each other. Love watching them grow together and become a couple.
April 3, 2020
Can I have a Dementor? Please?? I love this story! I've read all of the RTMC books and have enjoyed them but this one may be my favorite. Readers of Ms Blevins' various series likely know, as I did, that this story falls after major world devastation. They are dealing with the loss of family and friends, and just "normal life" in general. This is a little strange to read with all of the changes currently happening in real life, but I was quickly sucked into the story and it separated itself from the current day to day quite nicely. (I will admit to wincing when travel to Seattle gets mentioned at one point, but hey, different world.)
Overall, Ember and Dementor clicked for me. In general, Ember knew what she wanted and needed and stood up for herself when necessary. However, there were a few moments that she irked me. I understood where she was coming from so while I was frustrated a bit on D's behalf, I got it. Other than those few moments, I was all in with her. And, as previously mentioned, I want a Dementor of my own! That man is H O T and sweet and sexy and... I could go on. He's a great balance while not being unrealistically perfect. He does have some negatives but he's very good at stopping to think things through before he reacts.
The kink in this story is... OMG! Maybe I can just borrow him a bit now and again? He'll just have to remember that I'm human and can't shift and heal... However, having the ability to do that in the story allows some boundaries to be pushed that could be difficult in reality and it tends to just make things even hotter.
If I had to give any negatives, I will confess there was a small section I had to skim ...I understood why it happened, but I was already a bit on the emotional side from real life stuff and it struck me wrong so I had to skim to get through it. If I was there, I'd probably have slugged someone... good thing it's fiction, right? And I felt it ended kind of suddenly...that could be because I wanted more, more, more.
Overall, another awesome book to add to the library and read again and again. This is a spinoff of the existing RTMC series so you won't see all of your favorites from Chattanooga, but we get to meet a new group of people in Birmingham. Still, a couple of favorite characters do show up. The only proviso I'll add is... if you're touchy about heavy kink... there are several other books by Ms Blevins I'd recommend to you, but maybe not this one. :) If you're good with kink, READ THIS BOOK...but stock up on batteries first.
Overall, Ember and Dementor clicked for me. In general, Ember knew what she wanted and needed and stood up for herself when necessary. However, there were a few moments that she irked me. I understood where she was coming from so while I was frustrated a bit on D's behalf, I got it. Other than those few moments, I was all in with her. And, as previously mentioned, I want a Dementor of my own! That man is H O T and sweet and sexy and... I could go on. He's a great balance while not being unrealistically perfect. He does have some negatives but he's very good at stopping to think things through before he reacts.
The kink in this story is... OMG! Maybe I can just borrow him a bit now and again? He'll just have to remember that I'm human and can't shift and heal... However, having the ability to do that in the story allows some boundaries to be pushed that could be difficult in reality and it tends to just make things even hotter.
If I had to give any negatives, I will confess there was a small section I had to skim ...I understood why it happened, but I was already a bit on the emotional side from real life stuff and it struck me wrong so I had to skim to get through it. If I was there, I'd probably have slugged someone... good thing it's fiction, right? And I felt it ended kind of suddenly...that could be because I wanted more, more, more.
Overall, another awesome book to add to the library and read again and again. This is a spinoff of the existing RTMC series so you won't see all of your favorites from Chattanooga, but we get to meet a new group of people in Birmingham. Still, a couple of favorite characters do show up. The only proviso I'll add is... if you're touchy about heavy kink... there are several other books by Ms Blevins I'd recommend to you, but maybe not this one. :) If you're good with kink, READ THIS BOOK...but stock up on batteries first.
March 22, 2020
The world after epic battle is unsure and we are thrown into a new chapter of MC – Birmingham.
Ms Candace kicks ass with this new erotic romance. It is amazing and be ready for a hefty revelation. It is sweet with great and strong characters. For me this is also a journey about exploring and accepting your past. Coming to terms with wants and needs but being strong enough to explore more. Finally, it is also about the importance of community, belonging and family.
Dementor is a delicious sadist with a strong hand, but he is still very protective and even sweet. He is aware of his own limitation and is very supportive and helpful of Ember and her baggage. The romance between Ember and him is delicious and there many layers just waiting to be revealed. I loved their interaction and their kink was delightfully intense and hot. Ms Candace is skilled in this but here was even more hotness than usual. Damn but I had to reread some passages…
As for Ember, she is a survivor and I admired her. Her emotional baggage is more than any person could handle. Nevertheless, she became better and more mature because of it. Their chemistry and relationship worked in part because of what she was.
I was intrigued with Derby as we don't have it here and I know it just from the movies, so I loved to read about it from her perspective.
I also love to read a book with characters (like Aaron) from previous books, It's like a little insight into their afterlife. When I finish the book, I am always wondering what they are doing after a few years, how is their life and their relationships and so on.
So, go and buy this book, you are in for one intense kinky romance with HEA.
https://bookaddict.net/2020/03/22/dem...
Ms Candace kicks ass with this new erotic romance. It is amazing and be ready for a hefty revelation. It is sweet with great and strong characters. For me this is also a journey about exploring and accepting your past. Coming to terms with wants and needs but being strong enough to explore more. Finally, it is also about the importance of community, belonging and family.
Dementor is a delicious sadist with a strong hand, but he is still very protective and even sweet. He is aware of his own limitation and is very supportive and helpful of Ember and her baggage. The romance between Ember and him is delicious and there many layers just waiting to be revealed. I loved their interaction and their kink was delightfully intense and hot. Ms Candace is skilled in this but here was even more hotness than usual. Damn but I had to reread some passages…
As for Ember, she is a survivor and I admired her. Her emotional baggage is more than any person could handle. Nevertheless, she became better and more mature because of it. Their chemistry and relationship worked in part because of what she was.
I was intrigued with Derby as we don't have it here and I know it just from the movies, so I loved to read about it from her perspective.
I also love to read a book with characters (like Aaron) from previous books, It's like a little insight into their afterlife. When I finish the book, I am always wondering what they are doing after a few years, how is their life and their relationships and so on.
So, go and buy this book, you are in for one intense kinky romance with HEA.
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March 23, 2020
After enduring an extensive battle sadly some of our friends are gone. In a new city with our favourite motorcycle club, Rolling Thunder, it's time to move forward renewing friendships and meeting new members.
At it's basic level it's a story of complex people with deep emotions who sometimes interplay on a physical level and still other times on a profoundly emotional one.
We're introduced to this big tough bear shifter and a swan princess who is searching for a new dentity as a Roller Derby Queen.
Amid an extreme D/s relationship that is spectacularly severe, we find how it satisfies both of their needs. She also unexpectedly discovers she is almost the only one he shows his gentle side, taking care of her in all kinds of simple ways so very tenderly. Considering she has never had this before it's easy to see why it affected her so deeply.
As with most new couples though the road is not always easy what with it's ups and downs and the same is true for them.
While enjoying the passionately erotic side of this book, I fell in love with their sweet romance.
Ms Blevins supplied another compelling book and once again I was so entranced that I couldn't put it down until I reached the end. Then because I loved it, I promptly read it again.
At it's basic level it's a story of complex people with deep emotions who sometimes interplay on a physical level and still other times on a profoundly emotional one.
We're introduced to this big tough bear shifter and a swan princess who is searching for a new dentity as a Roller Derby Queen.
Amid an extreme D/s relationship that is spectacularly severe, we find how it satisfies both of their needs. She also unexpectedly discovers she is almost the only one he shows his gentle side, taking care of her in all kinds of simple ways so very tenderly. Considering she has never had this before it's easy to see why it affected her so deeply.
As with most new couples though the road is not always easy what with it's ups and downs and the same is true for them.
While enjoying the passionately erotic side of this book, I fell in love with their sweet romance.
Ms Blevins supplied another compelling book and once again I was so entranced that I couldn't put it down until I reached the end. Then because I loved it, I promptly read it again.
May 10, 2020
A new MC series set in a different city, post the war between good and evil.
There were some things I really liked about this book: the new setting with new MC characters (I was feeling burned out on the Rolling Thunder Chattanooga crew), Dementor (who is an unusual hero to say the least), and finding out what happened after the climactic battle.
But the book never fully gripped me. Although I loved Dementor, I never really felt the bond between him and Ember. Ember was superficially interesting, but I never felt I got to "know" her very well. The monogamous/non-monogamous tension didn't do much for me. The kink was fun but because I never felt Dementor and Ember's chemistry, it wasn't as hot as it could have been.
I still love this author and will keep reading the series; this one just didn't hit it out of the park for me.
There were some things I really liked about this book: the new setting with new MC characters (I was feeling burned out on the Rolling Thunder Chattanooga crew), Dementor (who is an unusual hero to say the least), and finding out what happened after the climactic battle.
But the book never fully gripped me. Although I loved Dementor, I never really felt the bond between him and Ember. Ember was superficially interesting, but I never felt I got to "know" her very well. The monogamous/non-monogamous tension didn't do much for me. The kink was fun but because I never felt Dementor and Ember's chemistry, it wasn't as hot as it could have been.
I still love this author and will keep reading the series; this one just didn't hit it out of the park for me.
March 23, 2020
I have been reading Candace’s RTMC books since the beginning (and Duke will always have a special place in my heart)! Once again a very great and enjoyable read. I continue to be amazed with how she has a complete story arc that provides character troubles and growths. Allowing us to see how these two individuals can make a long term relationship work thru compromise and communication, while also getting sexy times!
This book sets a great scene for the Birmingham chapter after the big fight. I personally have not read all of The O’Shea series, so as mentioned you don’t need to in order to enjoy this book. It’s stand well on its own and prepares you to learn all about the new set of bikers we’ll get to know (yay!).
Lastly, this book was heavily on the BDSM than some previously ones in the RTMC series have been. More SM, than BD in my opinion, but it relates with Embers background and really helps tell the story of their relationship.
Overall, would recommend, it’s a great universe to get lost in!
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book
This book sets a great scene for the Birmingham chapter after the big fight. I personally have not read all of The O’Shea series, so as mentioned you don’t need to in order to enjoy this book. It’s stand well on its own and prepares you to learn all about the new set of bikers we’ll get to know (yay!).
Lastly, this book was heavily on the BDSM than some previously ones in the RTMC series have been. More SM, than BD in my opinion, but it relates with Embers background and really helps tell the story of their relationship.
Overall, would recommend, it’s a great universe to get lost in!
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book
April 22, 2020
This one was a bit more in the BDSM that I liked (or maybe it was the way they played), but what worked for me was how Dementor and Ember talked and worked things through. Now that statement sounds like I'm talking about when they scened (Ember was a sexual submissive only, but had previously been a slave/toy and had issues), but it was much more than that, they were talking about their lives, could they have a real relationship and how that would work with their personalities, their jobs and with Dementor being in a MC. Were there stumbles along the way, absolutely, but they talked about things after the inital flare of anger.
March 24, 2020
Dementor
Ever had an author whose writing speaks to your heart? Well one of mine is Candace Blevins. The strength of her characters as they muddle through life - the good and the bad times - speaks to how I hope I’m living mine! The hot, steamy scenes stay on her pages, but give me fun ideas and certainly spice up my life! I can’t wait to see how the post-battle Birmingham RTMC develops since the Chattanooga club has given me many hours of roller coaster rides through the years! Let the journey begin! (Hint, hint... you don’t have to read them before reading these, but the Chattanooga RTMC books rock!)
Ever had an author whose writing speaks to your heart? Well one of mine is Candace Blevins. The strength of her characters as they muddle through life - the good and the bad times - speaks to how I hope I’m living mine! The hot, steamy scenes stay on her pages, but give me fun ideas and certainly spice up my life! I can’t wait to see how the post-battle Birmingham RTMC develops since the Chattanooga club has given me many hours of roller coaster rides through the years! Let the journey begin! (Hint, hint... you don’t have to read them before reading these, but the Chattanooga RTMC books rock!)
October 24, 2025
Shifters and MC Romance 🥰
I really love Paranormal Romance and Shifters definitely fall into the Paranormal category and I also like MC so a combination of the two is in my wheel house, I particularly love The Rolling Thunder MC books and I have been reading them all. They are the kind of books I really enjoy they have lots of action and lots of smutty scenes with lots of butt stuff
I really love Paranormal Romance and Shifters definitely fall into the Paranormal category and I also like MC so a combination of the two is in my wheel house, I particularly love The Rolling Thunder MC books and I have been reading them all. They are the kind of books I really enjoy they have lots of action and lots of smutty scenes with lots of butt stuff
March 20, 2020
Dementor is our introduction to the Birmingham chapter of the RTMC, though there are some familiar faces around. This story takes place post the-world-almost-ended, and the story focuses on the re-grouping and the re-growth of the characters and their world. Dementor is a grizzly shifter and Ember is swan, a swan prince to be exact. These two have perfectly aligning kinks, and they practice them frequently and enthusiastically. Physical intimacy is easily worked out between them, but the emotional side takes a bit more to achieve synergy. Even then, a few other forces and events cause disruptions, but all of these things solidify their bond
I loved the sexiness between Dementor and Ember, right from the start. The foibles and mistakes only showed the vulnerabilities, and made both characters all the more likable. Nothing was simple, but again, nothing was difficult either, things just were. The growth of their love together, even the difficult times, was a wonderful thing to read and observe. Bonus, we get some Aaron and Sophia screen time, and a walk-on of Queen Mab!
I loved the sexiness between Dementor and Ember, right from the start. The foibles and mistakes only showed the vulnerabilities, and made both characters all the more likable. Nothing was simple, but again, nothing was difficult either, things just were. The growth of their love together, even the difficult times, was a wonderful thing to read and observe. Bonus, we get some Aaron and Sophia screen time, and a walk-on of Queen Mab!
March 20, 2020
Dementor and Ember first meet in a strictly professional setting. They even progress to the bedroom within hours of meeting and it is still kind of matter of fact, a necessity.
But it becomes clear very soon those two are uniquely well matched in their approach to the RACK side of the BDSM spectrum. For them it is not a game, but a necessity. Both being strong personalities they are equally strongly falling for each other. But there are some expected hurdles to overcome and some... well, lets say rather fiery ones!
This is our first encounter with the Birmingham Chapter of the RTMC and it is promising, to say the least!
March 14, 2020
I adored Dementor both the book and the man. I loved seeing him and Ember find a way to fit. Ember has landmines aplenty and navigating them wasn't easy for him or her. But I loved how Ms. Blevins handled their issues. D wasn't quite ready for who Ember would be to him and Ember definitely wasn't prepared to be in a committed relationship but their journey was realistic and heartfelt. I loved that Ms. Blevins did not make their quest to happiness superficial. It was hard but both D and Ember put in the work to help their thrive. The chemistry between them is explosive. Ms. Blevins allowed us to see a relationship that was kinky and scorching hot. I loved the edge that Ms. Blevins took me and Ember on. I loved seeing Ember blossom under D's flogger and aftercare. I loved seeing both Ember and D find a rhythm that worked. I thoroughly enjoyed this story and looked forward to where Ms. Blevins will take us next.
March 27, 2020
Starting all over in a new reality used to be the stuff of fiction. This timely release just happens to bring the POV from a very hard-hit area of the Supernatural community after The War between good and evil nearly brought the good Supes to their knees.
This is essentially a relationship story that evolves within the new word order and is influenced by what is necessary to rebuild, as much as it is about the characters themselves. Dementor and Ember are both strong characters and as their pasts get melded and sometimes brow-beaten into a mutually beneficial present, they both reveal as worthy of reader investment. Dementor is a Dominant as both man and beast, and yet, on the other side of the story-coin, Ms. Blevin's always strong female characters have nothing on the strengths this one will develop. Their personal dynamic is extremely intense. And as always, I love the honestly with which it develops and matures.
It is a fulsome tale with mulit-facted personalities in a tangible, changed world, and with a touch of the familiar in the nooks and crannies that are filled and complemented by beloved personalities. It is wonderful, timely escapism.
This is essentially a relationship story that evolves within the new word order and is influenced by what is necessary to rebuild, as much as it is about the characters themselves. Dementor and Ember are both strong characters and as their pasts get melded and sometimes brow-beaten into a mutually beneficial present, they both reveal as worthy of reader investment. Dementor is a Dominant as both man and beast, and yet, on the other side of the story-coin, Ms. Blevin's always strong female characters have nothing on the strengths this one will develop. Their personal dynamic is extremely intense. And as always, I love the honestly with which it develops and matures.
It is a fulsome tale with mulit-facted personalities in a tangible, changed world, and with a touch of the familiar in the nooks and crannies that are filled and complemented by beloved personalities. It is wonderful, timely escapism.
April 3, 2020
Interesting
Really interesting story. I really like Dementor and Ember's story. I didn't always like Ember, but I think that was because she kept so many secrets and didn't talk about everything going on in her head with Dementor.
Really interesting story. I really like Dementor and Ember's story. I didn't always like Ember, but I think that was because she kept so many secrets and didn't talk about everything going on in her head with Dementor.
March 16, 2020
The Birmingham MC Chapter is a spin off series that starts after the big supernatural war. This spicy erotica book has a bear and a swan princess find each other. I loved D and how he interacted with Ember. Her past and how she overcomes her insecurity drives the story. Interesting characters, BDSM, and a great love story.
March 14, 2020
I do love the RTMC and am thrilled for the Birmingham chapter spin offs series! Candace Blevins knows how to write a story that grabs you right from the start and won’t let go. I loved Dementor and Ember’s story.
March 27, 2020
When your world has survived the BIG BATTLE between good & evil, things will be different. Unfortunately, even though the good side won, not all all the good guys survived. This book is the story of some people who survived with great losses.
Dementor is one who survived in hard-hit Birmingham. He's a grizzly shifter and is one of the guys trying to put his MC and life back together. He meets Ember, a swan shifter, who runs a safe-house for her Swan King & Queen. Ember is a busy girl - running a safe house, playing roller derby, and going to college.
Their romance seems more like a hook-up at the beginning because neither one is looking for anything long-term. They just have too much going on. However, when the sex is exactly right for each of them, they want to see more of each other and they discover that they LIKE each other. As they navigate past life issues (more for Ember than Dementor), they slowly grow towards a full relationship.
It wouldn't be a Candace Blevins book without a real conflict to resolve. Their conflict is a doozy and it ends up involving the Dragon King and Faery. That part hit hard for me, as it really shows how well thought out this world is. Powerful beings will be taught restraint by any means necessary.
In the end, the relationship between Ember and Dementor is built on a secure footing. They balance each other and are quite happy.
Candace's style of writing really pulls you into the life of her characters. Just enough detail to get you into the flow of life but not so much that you want to skip ahead. Her attention to detail on the BDSM parts and the working out of relationship issues are just as much of a draw as the romance and paranormal world for me.
I am not 100% sure you could read this book and get all the references without having read some of her previous books. I am sure you could enjoy the book if this is the first one you pick up but you would probably then jump into prior books to find out what you missed.
If you are not into reading about BDSM, this one will have parts you may want to skip. I'd say read them lightly but do read them as those times really show the relationship between the two characters and how it builds and grows and tangles up.
Dementor is one who survived in hard-hit Birmingham. He's a grizzly shifter and is one of the guys trying to put his MC and life back together. He meets Ember, a swan shifter, who runs a safe-house for her Swan King & Queen. Ember is a busy girl - running a safe house, playing roller derby, and going to college.
Their romance seems more like a hook-up at the beginning because neither one is looking for anything long-term. They just have too much going on. However, when the sex is exactly right for each of them, they want to see more of each other and they discover that they LIKE each other. As they navigate past life issues (more for Ember than Dementor), they slowly grow towards a full relationship.
It wouldn't be a Candace Blevins book without a real conflict to resolve. Their conflict is a doozy and it ends up involving the Dragon King and Faery. That part hit hard for me, as it really shows how well thought out this world is. Powerful beings will be taught restraint by any means necessary.
In the end, the relationship between Ember and Dementor is built on a secure footing. They balance each other and are quite happy.
Candace's style of writing really pulls you into the life of her characters. Just enough detail to get you into the flow of life but not so much that you want to skip ahead. Her attention to detail on the BDSM parts and the working out of relationship issues are just as much of a draw as the romance and paranormal world for me.
I am not 100% sure you could read this book and get all the references without having read some of her previous books. I am sure you could enjoy the book if this is the first one you pick up but you would probably then jump into prior books to find out what you missed.
If you are not into reading about BDSM, this one will have parts you may want to skip. I'd say read them lightly but do read them as those times really show the relationship between the two characters and how it builds and grows and tangles up.
April 7, 2020
I love the RTMC books and have since the very first one I read (BASH) and this one is no different. We are now in Birmingham instead of Chattanooga, but the general world is still the same. I don't think this is a book that you can just pick up and read without reading the ones before it. I don't think I'm adding spoilers but I'm not sure, so if you don't want to know anything about the book, stop reading here! I also felt that a lot was put into this book and it would have been more complete if we had it spaced out over two books. It seemed that much of the events in the book (or parts that were important to each as individuals) were written about cursorily and I wanted more depth. Overall, the book kept me entertained from beginning to end, and I'm thrilled to have read it. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
March 27, 2020
This was such an exciting book to read, I have had soooo much fun.
In the universe where all is possible, the love story between a bear and a swan sounds real romantic. But then Candace had to put her twist on it, and you get this book - Dementor.
He is a big man and a grizzly bear, and she is a little woman and a swan. sounds impossible ??? its not. The chemistry is off the charts, the problems are real (I mean, he is a bear !!!!) but its all part of the appeal.
this book is such a page-turner and if you are a fan of Candace Blevins, all you need to know that this reminds me a lot on one of her first books - The Dragon king (this book made me fall in love with the way Candace builds up character and her story line is sooooooo good and complex, later she went for the ultimate with a whole bunch of bad boy bikers)
Ember's story is one of personal growth after a hell storm, plus the most adorable thing that makes this book so darn cute (Candace don't come for me) is the roller derby that Ember started to do as a way to get better and define herself after her past. I have to tell you, before this book I didn't think much or roller skates, but this book with its tournaments and skating got me giggling like a schoolgirl and remembering my skating days. And I bet you will to.
In the universe where all is possible, the love story between a bear and a swan sounds real romantic. But then Candace had to put her twist on it, and you get this book - Dementor.
He is a big man and a grizzly bear, and she is a little woman and a swan. sounds impossible ??? its not. The chemistry is off the charts, the problems are real (I mean, he is a bear !!!!) but its all part of the appeal.
this book is such a page-turner and if you are a fan of Candace Blevins, all you need to know that this reminds me a lot on one of her first books - The Dragon king (this book made me fall in love with the way Candace builds up character and her story line is sooooooo good and complex, later she went for the ultimate with a whole bunch of bad boy bikers)
Ember's story is one of personal growth after a hell storm, plus the most adorable thing that makes this book so darn cute (Candace don't come for me) is the roller derby that Ember started to do as a way to get better and define herself after her past. I have to tell you, before this book I didn't think much or roller skates, but this book with its tournaments and skating got me giggling like a schoolgirl and remembering my skating days. And I bet you will to.
March 28, 2020
I say this over and over but it bears repeating. I never cease to be amazed by Candace Blevins wildly creative imagination. With Dementor, she once again hit the mark. While there is magic, shifters, the MC and lots of steamy scenes, this is first and foremost a love story. It's about two people forging a relationship with lots of bumps along the way. Some of these bumps are highly unusual and the accompanying emotions run deep. Working through them only strengthens this duo in the end. Great reading!
Dementor & Ember, on paper are such a mismatch. She's beauty, he's the beast. She's royalty, he's a biker. She's monogamus, he's not. He's a grizzly, she's a swan. All that being said these two explode like the Fourth of July when they're together. Ember is at a crossroads in her life and not quite sure how to deal. Moving forward and changing perspective seems the best course but letting go of who she was is harder than she thought. He is as supportive as he can be given the circumstances which may not be completely to his liking. Underneath it all he realizes how much he loves Ember and how much he wants her in his life. She too, learns the same thing as she finally understands what true love is.
Dementor & Ember, on paper are such a mismatch. She's beauty, he's the beast. She's royalty, he's a biker. She's monogamus, he's not. He's a grizzly, she's a swan. All that being said these two explode like the Fourth of July when they're together. Ember is at a crossroads in her life and not quite sure how to deal. Moving forward and changing perspective seems the best course but letting go of who she was is harder than she thought. He is as supportive as he can be given the circumstances which may not be completely to his liking. Underneath it all he realizes how much he loves Ember and how much he wants her in his life. She too, learns the same thing as she finally understands what true love is.
March 27, 2020
Candance Blevins delivers another book with the RTMC guys and their ladies. If you don’t read her urban fantasy books and I don’t it’s ok because there’s not but a few references to the big battle. Birmingham is rebuilding after it but won’t be lost.
When Dementor and Ember meet, I’m not sure if either are really looking for a relationship. But they have a strong connection and at one point Ember runs scared. Ember is keeping a big secret and she doesn’t know how Dementor is going to react. Instead of trusting him with it, she worries and hangs on to it until she has to tell him. This does not change Ember’s nature as she’s a strong, sassy, take care of herself lady. Dementor is definitely an alpha that wants to take care of his lady without clipping her wings. He cares deeply for Ember and knows she’s worth it but at times he could be very easily hurt because of his feelings.
This book is very heavy in the kink department so don’t return the book because you have been warned! But it is so good and shows Mrs. Blevins’ strength as a writer so you won’t be sorry you bought it!
When Dementor and Ember meet, I’m not sure if either are really looking for a relationship. But they have a strong connection and at one point Ember runs scared. Ember is keeping a big secret and she doesn’t know how Dementor is going to react. Instead of trusting him with it, she worries and hangs on to it until she has to tell him. This does not change Ember’s nature as she’s a strong, sassy, take care of herself lady. Dementor is definitely an alpha that wants to take care of his lady without clipping her wings. He cares deeply for Ember and knows she’s worth it but at times he could be very easily hurt because of his feelings.
This book is very heavy in the kink department so don’t return the book because you have been warned! But it is so good and shows Mrs. Blevins’ strength as a writer so you won’t be sorry you bought it!
March 27, 2020
It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of Candace Blevins’ stories and I was super excited to find out that she’s starting to release books in her latest series on the Birmingham RTMC and Dementor did not disappoint. In fact, this one, for me, ranks right below “The Gifted” in terms of amazing relationship building throughout the novel. And just when I was wrestling with which one had the better relationship, Ms. Blevins threw a major whammy into the story that took the entertainment value way over the top. If you’re not familiar with Candace Blevins, then I highly recommend choosing one of her series and start at the beginning. What you’ll learn…Ms Blevins is fantastic at storytelling; she knows how to build amazing characters where the details are absolutely amazing and truly bring these stories to life. She also does an amazing job of blending paranormal aspects with real life and she makes it seem seamless. And I’d be completely remiss if I left out all the romance elements, which are all smoking hot. Can’t wait for the next one.
March 28, 2020
If I could give this book 10 stars I would, that’s how much I enjoyed it. Candace Blevins takes us into a new city with the Rolling Thunder MC. Dementor and Ember’s story was very involved, at times I had to stop and take a breath. It is heavy with kink, so be warned if it’s not your cup of tea. It’s totally my cup of tea, so much so that I read it in two days and that’s after work 12 hour shifts.
Candace writes amazingly strong females, Ember is bad ass. Dementor doesn’t tame her, he not only brings out her submissive side, but helps in getting over things from her past. I am so glad to have taken this journey with them, seeing them explore their relationship and see them fall in love.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
Candace writes amazingly strong females, Ember is bad ass. Dementor doesn’t tame her, he not only brings out her submissive side, but helps in getting over things from her past. I am so glad to have taken this journey with them, seeing them explore their relationship and see them fall in love.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
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