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The Kings of Kearny
Jakob Larson is going to be the death of me.
That’s what I think every time he strides into my bar.
The Kings of Kearny run this small Texas town, and Jakob is their chief enforcer.
The Viking, they call him. He’s a criminal. As dangerous as he is sexy. The kind of man who makes my inner cavewoman sit up and take notice.
Him big. Make strong babies. Bring home mammoth for dinner.
I’m ready to indulge her desires, but just for one night. Unfortunately, Jakob has other plans.
Someone in town is breaking one of the cardinal rules set by the leader of The Kings. And Jakob thinks they’re using my grandmother’s nursing home as a front for their illicit activities.
Now I’m neck-deep in trouble with him, and every time I think I’ve figured out what’s really going on, Jakob reveals another piece of the puzzle.
I need to figure out how far I’m willing to go to protect this town. How far I’m willing to go with Jakob.
Because if I fall for him, there’s no going back. No hope for a peaceful ending.
But Jakob is the kind of man who makes me think that peaceful is overrated, and that descending into darkness with him could lead to something even better than a Happily Ever After.
That’s what I think every time he strides into my bar.
The Kings of Kearny run this small Texas town, and Jakob is their chief enforcer.
The Viking, they call him. He’s a criminal. As dangerous as he is sexy. The kind of man who makes my inner cavewoman sit up and take notice.
Him big. Make strong babies. Bring home mammoth for dinner.
I’m ready to indulge her desires, but just for one night. Unfortunately, Jakob has other plans.
Someone in town is breaking one of the cardinal rules set by the leader of The Kings. And Jakob thinks they’re using my grandmother’s nursing home as a front for their illicit activities.
Now I’m neck-deep in trouble with him, and every time I think I’ve figured out what’s really going on, Jakob reveals another piece of the puzzle.
I need to figure out how far I’m willing to go to protect this town. How far I’m willing to go with Jakob.
Because if I fall for him, there’s no going back. No hope for a peaceful ending.
But Jakob is the kind of man who makes me think that peaceful is overrated, and that descending into darkness with him could lead to something even better than a Happily Ever After.
314 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 15, 2021
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Navessa Allen
22 books24.3k followersNavessa Allen lives on a 200-year-old farm in rural New England with her husband, their cats, and an assorted collection of farm animals.
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September 30, 2021
I was looking for a new MC book and I thought I'd give this one a try. I enjoyed a lot of aspects about this story. I specifically liked that both Krista and Jakob were ex-military and I love a good baddie heroine! Also, grandma's in books are my favorite and Krista's Gran was the best.
There was a bit of a twist I didn't see coming which was also good. But that ending was so stinking rushed, I felt wanted so much more out of the last 20%. Overall, I would try this author again because I liked this one more than I didn't!
There was a bit of a twist I didn't see coming which was also good. But that ending was so stinking rushed, I felt wanted so much more out of the last 20%. Overall, I would try this author again because I liked this one more than I didn't!
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March 3, 2021UPDATE
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OR, you can read the beta chapters for free by clicking the picture below. FYI, it's coming down in a few weeks when I send it to my editor.
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February 23, 2025DNF !
Wasn’t feeling ….
Wasn’t feeling ….
March 12, 2021
I don't like biker romance books. I also dislike as a general rule anything to do with US military and any seemingly positive spin on it.
But I read this in one sitting. Until 3 am on a weekday.
So consider me converted.
Navessa Allen is a really good writer. And she posts most of her works for a while for free. She's worth checking out.
TKoK was a fun read. I think that's what I take most from it: I was highly entertained. The mystery subplot made sense and that's a bonus. It was presented in such a way that we did only have the information that Krista, the narrator, has; so you are immersed in the speculation right along with her. But the main thing is that I really enjoyed the banter and back and forth between the main characters. I liked Krista a lot. And I give maaaajor props for the mostly positive interaction between women here. Krista has girlfriends, she has normal conversations with other girls (even Jakob's exes), and that's just a huge relief. Even when a dislikeable character makes an appareance, it is made clear that any animosity with Krista is because of personality and incompatibility, not because women spend their days hating each other. I'm not usually a fan, but the epilogue from a different POV worked like a charm for me in this one too.
There's a couple of thins I could nitpick at, like the overuse of the "freezing" and "artic" similes to describe Jakob's eyes every.single.time they are mentioned; or the fact that the last chapters were too mushy for the overall tone of the book even despite the fact that this ends in a tenous HFN. Buuuut, I read this for FREE, and it was better that half of the shit I paid money for in 2020. I am totally buying this when it comes out as a novel, cause I permanently want it on my kindle.
I am also impatiently awaiting the sequel to The Lunatics: Volume One. It's been a long time coming now, and that's another thing to take into account with Navessa Allen: wait until a project is actually complete before starting to read it xD
But I read this in one sitting. Until 3 am on a weekday.
So consider me converted.
Navessa Allen is a really good writer. And she posts most of her works for a while for free. She's worth checking out.
TKoK was a fun read. I think that's what I take most from it: I was highly entertained. The mystery subplot made sense and that's a bonus. It was presented in such a way that we did only have the information that Krista, the narrator, has; so you are immersed in the speculation right along with her. But the main thing is that I really enjoyed the banter and back and forth between the main characters. I liked Krista a lot. And I give maaaajor props for the mostly positive interaction between women here. Krista has girlfriends, she has normal conversations with other girls (even Jakob's exes), and that's just a huge relief. Even when a dislikeable character makes an appareance, it is made clear that any animosity with Krista is because of personality and incompatibility, not because women spend their days hating each other. I'm not usually a fan, but the epilogue from a different POV worked like a charm for me in this one too.
There's a couple of thins I could nitpick at, like the overuse of the "freezing" and "artic" similes to describe Jakob's eyes every.single.time they are mentioned; or the fact that the last chapters were too mushy for the overall tone of the book even despite the fact that this ends in a tenous HFN. Buuuut, I read this for FREE, and it was better that half of the shit I paid money for in 2020. I am totally buying this when it comes out as a novel, cause I permanently want it on my kindle.
I am also impatiently awaiting the sequel to The Lunatics: Volume One. It's been a long time coming now, and that's another thing to take into account with Navessa Allen: wait until a project is actually complete before starting to read it xD
February 25, 2025
MC
Wow that took a dark twist! But loved it! MC drama mixed in with power struggle and the difficulties that comes with. Great story and wow ending.
Wow that took a dark twist! But loved it! MC drama mixed in with power struggle and the difficulties that comes with. Great story and wow ending.
April 13, 2021
*Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.*
This book was so unexpected and it got me so excited.
An MC full of war heroes. Wounded female heroine. Sexy as hell male biker..... I was salivating over this story. I really enjoyed how competent both characters were how much there connection had been building.
I have never read anything by this author before but the world building and the depth of character made me feel like there was so much below the surface. I want more books in this world RIGHT NOW!
I loved the hidden depth of Jakob and the dichotomy of him being a former soldier and now working outside the law. He is a bit tortured but a lot sexy and he wants to keep his town in line.
Krista is also a Veteran working at a bar and her and Jakob have been eyeing each other up for weeks. When they finally come together it is so explosive and sexy and I just couldn't get enough.
They both just felt so REAL! They had faults and attributes that were annoying and they would sometimes fly off the handle. But nothing was left to fester and it all just felt very mature! Which was such a breath of fresh air. I feel like so many romances these days get out of hand with the miscommunication. Even when there were cases of that, they were handled quickly and trust was built from there.
I also loved the consent that was written into this book. Even in the heat of a sexual encounter, Jakob reminds Krista that she is in control and she can revoke that permission at any time... ugh! That stuff gets me so HOT!
Over all this book was a great surprise and I am already looking into other books by this author.
4.5 out of 5 stars from me. Rounded to a 5!
This book was so unexpected and it got me so excited.
An MC full of war heroes. Wounded female heroine. Sexy as hell male biker..... I was salivating over this story. I really enjoyed how competent both characters were how much there connection had been building.
I have never read anything by this author before but the world building and the depth of character made me feel like there was so much below the surface. I want more books in this world RIGHT NOW!
I loved the hidden depth of Jakob and the dichotomy of him being a former soldier and now working outside the law. He is a bit tortured but a lot sexy and he wants to keep his town in line.
Krista is also a Veteran working at a bar and her and Jakob have been eyeing each other up for weeks. When they finally come together it is so explosive and sexy and I just couldn't get enough.
They both just felt so REAL! They had faults and attributes that were annoying and they would sometimes fly off the handle. But nothing was left to fester and it all just felt very mature! Which was such a breath of fresh air. I feel like so many romances these days get out of hand with the miscommunication. Even when there were cases of that, they were handled quickly and trust was built from there.
I also loved the consent that was written into this book. Even in the heat of a sexual encounter, Jakob reminds Krista that she is in control and she can revoke that permission at any time... ugh! That stuff gets me so HOT!
Over all this book was a great surprise and I am already looking into other books by this author.
4.5 out of 5 stars from me. Rounded to a 5!
May 7, 2025
DNF
I love this author, but I couldn’t finish this. My husband, Thor, is in Army Special Operations as an EOD tech. People in the military aren’t stereotypical men that are 200 pounds of muscle. If you want to look at one of the deadliest soldiers, just check out my instagram. Yeah, he looks like he wouldn’t hurt a fly(and he wouldn’t, he likes our animals more than me). I wouldn’t have read it if I knew it would be about someone in Special Ops, it’s too personal and unfortunately wasn’t written well enough. Also, if there are any authors reading this, military men(or women) aren’t clean. I don’t know where the stereotype came from, but when Thor joined the Army I was so excited because I thought he would magically want to clean. ITS A LIE. I’ve consulted with the other dependas and we have confirmed that someone made it up to trap women or something. Besides the brunt of misinformation about the military, there were a few spelling and grammar errors. Again, I love Navessa Allen as an author. I just think this wasn’t her best showing
I love this author, but I couldn’t finish this. My husband, Thor, is in Army Special Operations as an EOD tech. People in the military aren’t stereotypical men that are 200 pounds of muscle. If you want to look at one of the deadliest soldiers, just check out my instagram. Yeah, he looks like he wouldn’t hurt a fly(and he wouldn’t, he likes our animals more than me). I wouldn’t have read it if I knew it would be about someone in Special Ops, it’s too personal and unfortunately wasn’t written well enough. Also, if there are any authors reading this, military men(or women) aren’t clean. I don’t know where the stereotype came from, but when Thor joined the Army I was so excited because I thought he would magically want to clean. ITS A LIE. I’ve consulted with the other dependas and we have confirmed that someone made it up to trap women or something. Besides the brunt of misinformation about the military, there were a few spelling and grammar errors. Again, I love Navessa Allen as an author. I just think this wasn’t her best showing
March 14, 2025
The dumbest girl alive is shocked her one night stand isn’t completely forthcoming in the first 48hrs of acquaintance.
April 20, 2021
Well, this was a pleasant surprise. After having recently re-watched some Sons Of Anarchy episodes I saw this book and thought, why not? I haven’t had the best experience with biker romance stories, but after reading the synopsis I thought I’d give it a try. I was not disappointed.
While this book did introduce some gritty aspects of biker culture, it also had a good plot. There was a mystery to be solved. Krista agrees to help Jakob get in to her grandma’s care facility to see who is stealing prescriptions from the residents and selling them on the streets.
The chemistry between the two was great and the sex scenes were spicy. But the maturity and consent were what did it for me. After Krista handed Jakob his ass when he grabbed her without her consent, he made sure that she knew she had to give him the green light for anything to happen. That coupled with the fact that they actually communicated when they were pissed off and resolved their issues...refreshing and sexy as hell.
The characters were great, the plot was good, and the writing style was a little sassy and easy to read. The only real problem I had was with the ending. It wrapped things up well, but it seemed a little anti-climatic. There was a build up through the whole book and I felt a little let down with how it ended. But overall it was a fun and quick read. I give it 3.5 stars.
Special thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for releasing this ARC to me in exchange for an honest review.
While this book did introduce some gritty aspects of biker culture, it also had a good plot. There was a mystery to be solved. Krista agrees to help Jakob get in to her grandma’s care facility to see who is stealing prescriptions from the residents and selling them on the streets.
The chemistry between the two was great and the sex scenes were spicy. But the maturity and consent were what did it for me. After Krista handed Jakob his ass when he grabbed her without her consent, he made sure that she knew she had to give him the green light for anything to happen. That coupled with the fact that they actually communicated when they were pissed off and resolved their issues...refreshing and sexy as hell.
The characters were great, the plot was good, and the writing style was a little sassy and easy to read. The only real problem I had was with the ending. It wrapped things up well, but it seemed a little anti-climatic. There was a build up through the whole book and I felt a little let down with how it ended. But overall it was a fun and quick read. I give it 3.5 stars.
Special thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for releasing this ARC to me in exchange for an honest review.
March 19, 2021
Thank you to Netgalley and the publishers for gifting me with a copy of this book.
I picked this up expecting it to be an enjoyable but trashy steamy romance novel.
Instead, I got a steamy romance novel with a fascinating and intriguing plot line, so much so that I'm desperate for more time with these characters.
Krista is a strong, independent woman in both physical and mental respect. She's ex forces and now walks with a limp after gaining an injury whilst serving. However she never let's this get her down. She works at a local MC's bar and her Gran lives in the local care home.
Jakob is one of the bikes in said local MC and Krista has had her eye on him since she moved to Kearny 3 months ago.
However things turn pretty dark and sinister when Krista finds out from Jakob that things may not be as they seem in the care home where her Gran lives.
Krista fascinates me. It's great to see some tall girl rep too. At 5ft 9 myself, it's nice to be represented. Krista's Gran, Izzy, is fiesty and firey despite her Alzheimers and I absolutely loved her! She was brilliant. And Jakob was just an absolutely terrifying dream boat and I need more of him immediately.
I'm obsessed with this book. I absolutely loved it. Not just for the romance, but the overall plot was outstanding. Will definitely be looking for more books from Navessa in the future
I picked this up expecting it to be an enjoyable but trashy steamy romance novel.
Instead, I got a steamy romance novel with a fascinating and intriguing plot line, so much so that I'm desperate for more time with these characters.
Krista is a strong, independent woman in both physical and mental respect. She's ex forces and now walks with a limp after gaining an injury whilst serving. However she never let's this get her down. She works at a local MC's bar and her Gran lives in the local care home.
Jakob is one of the bikes in said local MC and Krista has had her eye on him since she moved to Kearny 3 months ago.
However things turn pretty dark and sinister when Krista finds out from Jakob that things may not be as they seem in the care home where her Gran lives.
Krista fascinates me. It's great to see some tall girl rep too. At 5ft 9 myself, it's nice to be represented. Krista's Gran, Izzy, is fiesty and firey despite her Alzheimers and I absolutely loved her! She was brilliant. And Jakob was just an absolutely terrifying dream boat and I need more of him immediately.
I'm obsessed with this book. I absolutely loved it. Not just for the romance, but the overall plot was outstanding. Will definitely be looking for more books from Navessa in the future
April 14, 2024
After reading Lights Out I craved more from this author and this was the book I needed. I loved these characters, Krista and Jakob were made for each other. Both ex-military, both in the MC world, both injured. The sparks flying about were spectacular and this books has a good plot to go with the smut! 😜
Overall had me hooked and I will definitely seek out more books from this author! 💕
Overall had me hooked and I will definitely seek out more books from this author! 💕
May 14, 2025
Благодаря на Навеса Алън, че ме измъкна от читателската дупка, в която ме вкара Април 🖤
July 15, 2025
Lost interest around the 40% mark..
Maybe will try the audio. Maybe not.
Didn’t feel like a motorcycle romance, was very bland.
Maybe will try the audio. Maybe not.
Didn’t feel like a motorcycle romance, was very bland.
June 29, 2025
3.75⭐️ this was a fast paced and entertaining read, but nothing life changing or brain altering if we’re being honest
i enjoyed my time reading, and loved the audio narrators’ performances, but something was missing to make this really great. i liked the plot and the characters, but this wasn’t necessarily ‘unputdownable’ by any means, and probably a bit forgettable if i’m honest.
so if you’re looking for a quick, easy, and enjoyable motorcycle club romance book- then i definitely recommend! something to save a slump or act as a palette cleanser, but not take too much brain power.
i enjoyed my time reading, and loved the audio narrators’ performances, but something was missing to make this really great. i liked the plot and the characters, but this wasn’t necessarily ‘unputdownable’ by any means, and probably a bit forgettable if i’m honest.
so if you’re looking for a quick, easy, and enjoyable motorcycle club romance book- then i definitely recommend! something to save a slump or act as a palette cleanser, but not take too much brain power.
August 19, 2025
this was such a fun read (I actually listened to the audiobook). I really like the writing style of Navessa
March 30, 2025
Audiobook Review
📖- 4 ⭐️
🎙️- 5 ⭐️
Format: Audiobook
Narrators: Andi Eloise and JF Harding
I love a great motorcycle book/ series. The MC is always grumpy, possessive and has the whole Touch Her and ☠️ thing going (living vicariously through my books, because in real life, yeah, not my thing 😂) Andi Eloise and JF Harding were phenomenal in this book.
Krista (FMC) is not only fierce and independent she is dominant. Sometimes that can be off putting for me, but she was in the military so it flowed well with her character. Jacob (MMC), the enforcer for Kings of Kearny and his IDGAF attitude, until it came to Krista, covered in tattoos and also ex-military, had the whole sexy “bad boy” image down perfectly. And grandma? Loved grandma!
There were several twist and turns, rival biker clubs, and illegal activities happening that broke the golden rule of the Kings that kept me glued to my headphones…. not just the spice 😏 It didn’t hurt that the location took place in Texas so my interest was immediately peaked. My favorite parts were Krista’s inner monologues of embarrassment and Andi nailed it every time.
Do I recommend? Yes!
📖- 4 ⭐️
🎙️- 5 ⭐️
Format: Audiobook
Narrators: Andi Eloise and JF Harding
I love a great motorcycle book/ series. The MC is always grumpy, possessive and has the whole Touch Her and ☠️ thing going (living vicariously through my books, because in real life, yeah, not my thing 😂) Andi Eloise and JF Harding were phenomenal in this book.
Krista (FMC) is not only fierce and independent she is dominant. Sometimes that can be off putting for me, but she was in the military so it flowed well with her character. Jacob (MMC), the enforcer for Kings of Kearny and his IDGAF attitude, until it came to Krista, covered in tattoos and also ex-military, had the whole sexy “bad boy” image down perfectly. And grandma? Loved grandma!
There were several twist and turns, rival biker clubs, and illegal activities happening that broke the golden rule of the Kings that kept me glued to my headphones…. not just the spice 😏 It didn’t hurt that the location took place in Texas so my interest was immediately peaked. My favorite parts were Krista’s inner monologues of embarrassment and Andi nailed it every time.
Do I recommend? Yes!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 3, 2026
Мда, докато не я изалушах място не си намерих.
Много увлекателна история, имаше си всичкоо - екшън, малко трилър, мотори (не пистарки за съжаление), напрежение, секс 🥹🫠🤩
Жалко, че свърши… жалко, че няма още…
Та да… готино е да станеш част от машинациите на вращдуващи мото клибове в Щатите 🫠🫠🫠
Много увлекателна история, имаше си всичкоо - екшън, малко трилър, мотори (не пистарки за съжаление), напрежение, секс 🥹🫠🤩
Жалко, че свърши… жалко, че няма още…
Та да… готино е да станеш част от машинациите на вращдуващи мото клибове в Щатите 🫠🫠🫠
April 17, 2025
this was cheesy but fun!
my one, singular, inconsequential pet peeve about it though is no one says "southern texas." it's south texas. we don't add the "ern" part when saying what part of texas we're from.
my one, singular, inconsequential pet peeve about it though is no one says "southern texas." it's south texas. we don't add the "ern" part when saying what part of texas we're from.
October 21, 2025
This was my September Hot Potato Book Club pick and it DID NOT DISAPPOINT!! Think sons of anarchy and spice 🌶️🔥Jakob & Krista is a story I’d keep reading about - I’m a little sad this was a stand alone, it was good!!!
April 12, 2026
Loved the story and how it unfolded in the course of the book. The author's writing style catches me every time. I liked the unknown in between and that it wasn't predictable.
The story of a hardass biker and an ex-military woman meeting at a bar and falling for each other and how it unfolds ABS develops during the course of the book, really caught me.
The story of a hardass biker and an ex-military woman meeting at a bar and falling for each other and how it unfolds ABS develops during the course of the book, really caught me.
February 20, 2026
Заслужаваше си всяка секунда! 👌🏻🥹🖤
April 27, 2025
tomatoes tomatoes tomatoes
March 7, 2025
Real in many ways, unreal in others, well worth a read/listen anyhow.
Easily one on this year’s favourite thus far.
“Lights Out”, my 1st read by her, I was blown away by her awesome storytelling skills & easy way of selling quite the horrific read by weaving in this light and entertaining vibe throughout.
In an age of dwindling uniqueness, she’s manages to create a spectacular book on so many levels. Truly skill fully done.
So, yeah. Anything else she’s published, I’m there! And on that note… Though this one appears to pre-date LO and is a bit more mundane - IYKYK 🤭 it was well worth a listen.
I got some Cowboy-ish feels and although a bit detail-heavy. Cutting 1-2000 words out wouldn’t kill the story or it’s vibe… but it would have increased its ability to hook readers and probably kept a few of the DNF-crowd going.
I was loving on the light and humorous voice of the MMC and loved that it was narrated in duet-form. Especially since it is all single voice 1st P PoV .
That said, I’d have LOVED to get an insight into the MMCs brain with his PoV alternated into the book. But it does work as is too
Sure, some of the letter-combo-people-agency came off a bit flimsy and our FMC did have a few flawed plans and hole-in-her-head moments where I’m sure a few other readers were screaming she was TDTL in her shitty way of operating and the constant on/off between the MCs did get a bit old, but all in all, I’d highly recommend it.
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Same same but a bit different…
“Lights Out”, my 1st read by her, I was blown away by her awesome storytelling skills & easy way of selling quite the horrific read by weaving in this light and entertaining vibe throughout.
In an age of dwindling uniqueness, she’s manages to create a spectacular book on so many levels. Truly skill fully done.
So, yeah. Anything else she’s published, I’m there! And on that note… Though this one appears to pre-date LO and is a bit more mundane - IYKYK 🤭 it was well worth a listen.
I got some Cowboy-ish feels and although a bit detail-heavy. Cutting 1-2000 words out wouldn’t kill the story or it’s vibe… but it would have increased its ability to hook readers and probably kept a few of the DNF-crowd going.
I was loving on the light and humorous voice of the MMC and loved that it was narrated in duet-form. Especially since it is all single voice 1st P PoV .
That said, I’d have LOVED to get an insight into the MMCs brain with his PoV alternated into the book. But it does work as is too
Since reading Navessa Allen’s “Lights Out”, my first read by her, I was absolutely blown away by her awesome storytelling AND her easy way of telling quite the horrific, yet light and entertaining story. I’m so grateful to have found it completely by chance. In an age of dwindling uniqueness, she’s managed to create something special on so many levels. Truly skill fully done.
So, yeah. Anything else she’s published, I’m there! And on that note… As seen in GR’s, this one appears to pre-date LO and is a bit more mundane - IYKYK 🤭
It gave me some Cowboy-ish feels and although a bit detail-heavy (cutting a few thousand words out here and there, wouldn’t kill the story or it’s vibe… but it would have increased its ability to hook readers and probably kept a few of the DNF-crowd going.
I was loving on the light and humorous voice of the MMC and loved that it was narrated in duet-form. Especially since it is all single voice 1st person. That said, I’d have LOVED to get an insight into the MMCs cocky attitude, smirking style off closed off-ness and his absolute obsession with the FMC.
Easily one on this year’s favourite thus far.
“Lights Out”, my 1st read by her, I was blown away by her awesome storytelling skills & easy way of selling quite the horrific read by weaving in this light and entertaining vibe throughout.
In an age of dwindling uniqueness, she’s manages to create a spectacular book on so many levels. Truly skill fully done.
So, yeah. Anything else she’s published, I’m there! And on that note… Though this one appears to pre-date LO and is a bit more mundane - IYKYK 🤭 it was well worth a listen.
I got some Cowboy-ish feels and although a bit detail-heavy. Cutting 1-2000 words out wouldn’t kill the story or it’s vibe… but it would have increased its ability to hook readers and probably kept a few of the DNF-crowd going.
I was loving on the light and humorous voice of the MMC and loved that it was narrated in duet-form. Especially since it is all single voice 1st P PoV .
That said, I’d have LOVED to get an insight into the MMCs brain with his PoV alternated into the book. But it does work as is too
Sure, some of the letter-combo-people-agency came off a bit flimsy and our FMC did have a few flawed plans and hole-in-her-head moments where I’m sure a few other readers were screaming she was TDTL in her shitty way of operating and the constant on/off between the MCs did get a bit old, but all in all, I’d highly recommend it.
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Same same but a bit different…
“Lights Out”, my 1st read by her, I was blown away by her awesome storytelling skills & easy way of selling quite the horrific read by weaving in this light and entertaining vibe throughout.
In an age of dwindling uniqueness, she’s manages to create a spectacular book on so many levels. Truly skill fully done.
So, yeah. Anything else she’s published, I’m there! And on that note… Though this one appears to pre-date LO and is a bit more mundane - IYKYK 🤭 it was well worth a listen.
I got some Cowboy-ish feels and although a bit detail-heavy. Cutting 1-2000 words out wouldn’t kill the story or it’s vibe… but it would have increased its ability to hook readers and probably kept a few of the DNF-crowd going.
I was loving on the light and humorous voice of the MMC and loved that it was narrated in duet-form. Especially since it is all single voice 1st P PoV .
That said, I’d have LOVED to get an insight into the MMCs brain with his PoV alternated into the book. But it does work as is too
Since reading Navessa Allen’s “Lights Out”, my first read by her, I was absolutely blown away by her awesome storytelling AND her easy way of telling quite the horrific, yet light and entertaining story. I’m so grateful to have found it completely by chance. In an age of dwindling uniqueness, she’s managed to create something special on so many levels. Truly skill fully done.
So, yeah. Anything else she’s published, I’m there! And on that note… As seen in GR’s, this one appears to pre-date LO and is a bit more mundane - IYKYK 🤭
It gave me some Cowboy-ish feels and although a bit detail-heavy (cutting a few thousand words out here and there, wouldn’t kill the story or it’s vibe… but it would have increased its ability to hook readers and probably kept a few of the DNF-crowd going.
I was loving on the light and humorous voice of the MMC and loved that it was narrated in duet-form. Especially since it is all single voice 1st person. That said, I’d have LOVED to get an insight into the MMCs cocky attitude, smirking style off closed off-ness and his absolute obsession with the FMC.
July 1, 2025
I really enjoyed the audiobook. Krista is a strong competent FMC without overdoing the “badass” aspect. I liked that she didn’t let Jakob get away with anything, And hearing Jakob’s humility when he overstepped was practically a kink in itself a lol. Listening to this after reading Caught Up by Navessa Allen I really enjoyed it! The ending is giving a little Lana Meyers ifykyk 😉
For fans of: Sons of Anarchy, Caught Up, Bikertok (lol) and Mindf*ck Series (maybe)
For fans of: Sons of Anarchy, Caught Up, Bikertok (lol) and Mindf*ck Series (maybe)
March 11, 2025
4.75⭐
MC romance is not something I typically reach for, but Nevessa Allen has become an auto-read author since I read Lights Out, so I was down to give this a try. I'm so glad I did!
This was spicy and fast-paced with an interesting biker world. I think I would have liked to see more of the other biker club/gangs to really understand the rivalry between them and the Kings, but I won't say much more to avoid spoilers.
Jakob was a grumpy man, but he was great. He's definitely book boyfriend material. Krista pissed me off sometimes. I felt like she instigated some of the miscommunication, but in the end, I loved the two of them.
I really hope there will be more in this series. I would love to see where it goes. This first book opened up a lot of possibilities!
MC romance is not something I typically reach for, but Nevessa Allen has become an auto-read author since I read Lights Out, so I was down to give this a try. I'm so glad I did!
This was spicy and fast-paced with an interesting biker world. I think I would have liked to see more of the other biker club/gangs to really understand the rivalry between them and the Kings, but I won't say much more to avoid spoilers.
Jakob was a grumpy man, but he was great. He's definitely book boyfriend material. Krista pissed me off sometimes. I felt like she instigated some of the miscommunication, but in the end, I loved the two of them.
I really hope there will be more in this series. I would love to see where it goes. This first book opened up a lot of possibilities!
April 17, 2021
Jakob Larson is a member of The Kings of Kearny MC. A hot, broody and sexy member.
Krista works as a waiter at Charley's Bar, where the whole MC usually spends their time in. Their attraction is off the charts but both of them have baggage.
What it's supposed to be a one night stand, get complicated when someone begins to mess with the retirement house in the city . It's in The King's territory, so they will do anything to protect it. And Krista's gran is there. And she will do the same.
I received a free copy via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
The story is fast, full of events that won't let you get bored. And the chemistry between the characters is fantastic.
Krista works as a waiter at Charley's Bar, where the whole MC usually spends their time in. Their attraction is off the charts but both of them have baggage.
What it's supposed to be a one night stand, get complicated when someone begins to mess with the retirement house in the city . It's in The King's territory, so they will do anything to protect it. And Krista's gran is there. And she will do the same.
I received a free copy via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
The story is fast, full of events that won't let you get bored. And the chemistry between the characters is fantastic.
April 18, 2025
DNF@45%
The thing I like most about this book was a side character - Gran - she is a devious hoot. Krista & Jakob hop into bed together quickly, have a lovers quarrel or two and realise they have feelings. The plot was dull, the MCs annoying and the single POV tedious. This tried to be a comedy but it fell flat.
The thing I like most about this book was a side character - Gran - she is a devious hoot. Krista & Jakob hop into bed together quickly, have a lovers quarrel or two and realise they have feelings. The plot was dull, the MCs annoying and the single POV tedious. This tried to be a comedy but it fell flat.
March 12, 2021
A nice action packed hot and steamy biker romance. I love anything with bikers. They are my weak spot, so i had to read this story and it did not disepoint.
June 15, 2025
Just needed something easy and spicy. Wasn’t that invested
June 13, 2026
The Kings of Kearny❤️🔥 Review ✨ Thank you Partner @readforeverpub for the gifted copy!
The Kings of Kearny
by Navessa Allen
out now!
Jakob Larson, known as The Viking, is the dangerous, irresistible enforcer of the motorcycle club that controls a small Texas town. When he takes an interest in a local bartender, she finds herself pulled into a web of secrets, danger, and trouble far bigger than she ever imagined.
As the stakes rise and hidden truths come to light, their connection grows impossible to ignore. But falling for a man like Jakob means risking everything and discovering whether love can survive in a world ruled by darkness.
My thoughts 💭:
Well… consider me officially converted to biker romances. This was my very first biker romance, and I absolutely loved it. Jakob Larson was hot as hell. Protective, dangerous, and impossible not to fall for. But Krista might have been my favorite part. She was fierce, feisty, and the kind of woman I’d want in my corner no matter what. I loved how she held her own and never backed down. The chemistry between these two was off the charts, and the mix of danger and tension had me flying through the pages. This is exactly the kind of book I love to devour in one sitting. The kind that leaves you thinking about it long after you’ve finished and immediately bothering your husband afterward. If you’re looking for a steamy, action packed romance with a strong heroine and a biker hero you’ll be obsessed with, I highly recommend picking this one up. My first biker romance and now I get the hype. Jakob Larson had me kicking my feet, Krista was an absolute badass, and I devoured every page!
What to Expect👇🏽
🏍️Motorcycle club romance
💀Protective, possessive hero
🔥Fierce and feisty heroine
🌶️Steamy 🔥
🪖Veterans
Happy reading 📖❤️🔥💀
The Kings of Kearny
by Navessa Allen
out now!
Jakob Larson, known as The Viking, is the dangerous, irresistible enforcer of the motorcycle club that controls a small Texas town. When he takes an interest in a local bartender, she finds herself pulled into a web of secrets, danger, and trouble far bigger than she ever imagined.
As the stakes rise and hidden truths come to light, their connection grows impossible to ignore. But falling for a man like Jakob means risking everything and discovering whether love can survive in a world ruled by darkness.
My thoughts 💭:
Well… consider me officially converted to biker romances. This was my very first biker romance, and I absolutely loved it. Jakob Larson was hot as hell. Protective, dangerous, and impossible not to fall for. But Krista might have been my favorite part. She was fierce, feisty, and the kind of woman I’d want in my corner no matter what. I loved how she held her own and never backed down. The chemistry between these two was off the charts, and the mix of danger and tension had me flying through the pages. This is exactly the kind of book I love to devour in one sitting. The kind that leaves you thinking about it long after you’ve finished and immediately bothering your husband afterward. If you’re looking for a steamy, action packed romance with a strong heroine and a biker hero you’ll be obsessed with, I highly recommend picking this one up. My first biker romance and now I get the hype. Jakob Larson had me kicking my feet, Krista was an absolute badass, and I devoured every page!
What to Expect👇🏽
🏍️Motorcycle club romance
💀Protective, possessive hero
🔥Fierce and feisty heroine
🌶️Steamy 🔥
🪖Veterans
Happy reading 📖❤️🔥💀
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