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Jazz: I’m in love with my straight best friend …
Prison changed me, mostly for the better, but it could never erase my love for Tex. Growing up together in foster care he was my one constant, and I hate all the ways I’ve let him down. Now that I’m free my biggest wish is to settle back into our friendship and life in our MC. I know I’ll never have anything more. But the glances Tex keeps shooting me are enough to make me question … is my brother looking at me differently?
Tex: I can’t be checking Jazz out …
Just because my friends are gay, it doesn’t mean I am, no matter how good Jazz looks. Right? I love the guy, but I can’t love him. Except now that I’m thinking about him that way, I can’t stop. He just got out of prison and I can’t risk losing him again because I’m confused. He’s supposed to be my brother.
But when an old enemy shows up I may end up losing him anyway. Can I trust that Jazz really learned his lesson in prison? Or will old habits get him taken away for good?
Prison changed me, mostly for the better, but it could never erase my love for Tex. Growing up together in foster care he was my one constant, and I hate all the ways I’ve let him down. Now that I’m free my biggest wish is to settle back into our friendship and life in our MC. I know I’ll never have anything more. But the glances Tex keeps shooting me are enough to make me question … is my brother looking at me differently?
Tex: I can’t be checking Jazz out …
Just because my friends are gay, it doesn’t mean I am, no matter how good Jazz looks. Right? I love the guy, but I can’t love him. Except now that I’m thinking about him that way, I can’t stop. He just got out of prison and I can’t risk losing him again because I’m confused. He’s supposed to be my brother.
But when an old enemy shows up I may end up losing him anyway. Can I trust that Jazz really learned his lesson in prison? Or will old habits get him taken away for good?
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Published June 23, 2020
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July 25, 2020
Tex is my first read in the series and it works as a standalone. I was never confused and there was a lot of explanation to help me quickly learn the secondary characters and understand the dynamics of the club.
Tex and Jazz gave me Jax and Opie vibes from Sons of Anarchy. 😍
While Tex and Jazz were sweet and I’m a sucker for the friends to lover trope, I was initially a bit bored. The turnaround came when Jazz addressed the events that lead to his 3 year incarceration as an accessory to murder by being an involuntary getaway driver to a robbery. How Jazz’s time in prison affected them both, the differing anxiety they faced after his release as well as the change it caused in their relationship, from unrequited love on Jazz’s end and from brotherly love on Tex’s end, to something more, was well done.
For Tex, his newfound feelings for Jax is completely “gay for you.” No bisexuals or pansexuals here. There was nothing new or exciting done with the GFY trope. Overall, it was a straightforward, average angst, moderate heat novel with characters that communicated regularly.
Tex and Jazz gave me Jax and Opie vibes from Sons of Anarchy. 😍
While Tex and Jazz were sweet and I’m a sucker for the friends to lover trope, I was initially a bit bored. The turnaround came when Jazz addressed the events that lead to his 3 year incarceration as an accessory to murder by being an involuntary getaway driver to a robbery. How Jazz’s time in prison affected them both, the differing anxiety they faced after his release as well as the change it caused in their relationship, from unrequited love on Jazz’s end and from brotherly love on Tex’s end, to something more, was well done.
For Tex, his newfound feelings for Jax is completely “gay for you.” No bisexuals or pansexuals here. There was nothing new or exciting done with the GFY trope. Overall, it was a straightforward, average angst, moderate heat novel with characters that communicated regularly.
September 12, 2023
I enjoyed this much more than Maverick! I'm hoping the last book was just a blip, because it definitely felt like more was happening again in this one.
Friends to lovers, and sexual awakenings are some of my favourite stories to read, and I liked how Tex slowly realised what he was feeling. What I didn't like was that even though everyone else could clearly see what was happening, no one asked Tex if he was ok when he was clearly confused with what was happening. It didn't feel very supportive for me, it felt like they were teasing him about something that he hadn't even worked out, and trying to push him into acting when he didn't know what he'd be acting for!
I'm looking forward to reading Heath and Dante's story next.
Friends to lovers, and sexual awakenings are some of my favourite stories to read, and I liked how Tex slowly realised what he was feeling. What I didn't like was that even though everyone else could clearly see what was happening, no one asked Tex if he was ok when he was clearly confused with what was happening. It didn't feel very supportive for me, it felt like they were teasing him about something that he hadn't even worked out, and trying to push him into acting when he didn't know what he'd be acting for!
I'm looking forward to reading Heath and Dante's story next.
August 8, 2022
Gosh Tex was so strange sometimes!
June 22, 2020
Home wasn’t here in Monterey, or Elkin Lake, or the ranch in Texas. Home was each other.
Tex and Jazz. These characters have a decades long back story but until this 5th book we know almost nothing about it, as Jazz has been in prison. To catch the reader up there’s an awful lot of baggage to unpack through internal dialogue, much more than any actual words they say to each other, (which is a pet peeve of mine so YMMV).
I really enjoyed the start. When Jazz is released Tex is there to pick him up and whisk him away for a couple days, it was a great way to re-introduce their friendship. Once they’re back at the club Jazz needs to prove himself and show how he’s grown and changed through being inside. And Tex, as his previous protector, needs to let him. There’s real yearning on Jazz’s part for Tex but an understanding that they’ll only ever be friends. And Tex is so oblivious to his actual feelings he’s in a vortex of denial for a great deal of this. For me personally, it went on a little too long-but I liked the characters so that kept me interested.
Just a quick note: There’s a lot of talk in this about members keeping Jazz up to date on the club by letters while he was in prison.
Overall this was a good addition to the series, though I wouldn’t put this on my reread list. I am looking forward to Heath and Dante’s book. I’ve never read about a biker who runs a bakery before. I’m intrigued.
I was given an ARC by Booksprout for an honest review.
Tex and Jazz. These characters have a decades long back story but until this 5th book we know almost nothing about it, as Jazz has been in prison. To catch the reader up there’s an awful lot of baggage to unpack through internal dialogue, much more than any actual words they say to each other, (which is a pet peeve of mine so YMMV).
I really enjoyed the start. When Jazz is released Tex is there to pick him up and whisk him away for a couple days, it was a great way to re-introduce their friendship. Once they’re back at the club Jazz needs to prove himself and show how he’s grown and changed through being inside. And Tex, as his previous protector, needs to let him. There’s real yearning on Jazz’s part for Tex but an understanding that they’ll only ever be friends. And Tex is so oblivious to his actual feelings he’s in a vortex of denial for a great deal of this. For me personally, it went on a little too long-but I liked the characters so that kept me interested.
Just a quick note: There’s a lot of talk in this about members keeping Jazz up to date on the club by letters while he was in prison.
Overall this was a good addition to the series, though I wouldn’t put this on my reread list. I am looking forward to Heath and Dante’s book. I’ve never read about a biker who runs a bakery before. I’m intrigued.
I was given an ARC by Booksprout for an honest review.
June 28, 2020
My favorite guilty pleasure series! And this one didn't let me down. This was such a good book to read while on vacation this week. Very fast and fun. The romance definitely wasn't my favorite out of the five but it was still very strong.
This was a sort of conclusion to an arc in this series that I won't get into much to avoid spoilers but I did enjoy seeing this part wrapped up and seeing the introduction of a new group. I think these books do such a great job balancing plot and romance. This one isn't as crazy fast moving as some other romance series I've read that have a lot of plot but I was equally engaged with the plot and with the romance, which I always appreciate in these types of books.
This book focuses on Tex and Jazz. Jazz was first mentioned in the last book and we hadn't seen him at all until this book, which made me a little nervous. However, the introduction of Jazz was well done and I liked that even though Jazz and Tex were childhood friends, Bates and Lyda still make sure to actually build a romantic connection instead of relying entirely on the history they already have that occurred off the page.
After reading both the Heath chapter at the end of this book and the description of book 6, I am really looking forward to it. Thank goodness these authors really pump out these books and the next one comes out in a month. It seems like the relationship dynamic will be slightly different in the next book and I'm excited to see what the authors will do!
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This was a sort of conclusion to an arc in this series that I won't get into much to avoid spoilers but I did enjoy seeing this part wrapped up and seeing the introduction of a new group. I think these books do such a great job balancing plot and romance. This one isn't as crazy fast moving as some other romance series I've read that have a lot of plot but I was equally engaged with the plot and with the romance, which I always appreciate in these types of books.
This book focuses on Tex and Jazz. Jazz was first mentioned in the last book and we hadn't seen him at all until this book, which made me a little nervous. However, the introduction of Jazz was well done and I liked that even though Jazz and Tex were childhood friends, Bates and Lyda still make sure to actually build a romantic connection instead of relying entirely on the history they already have that occurred off the page.
After reading both the Heath chapter at the end of this book and the description of book 6, I am really looking forward to it. Thank goodness these authors really pump out these books and the next one comes out in a month. It seems like the relationship dynamic will be slightly different in the next book and I'm excited to see what the authors will do!
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December 12, 2020
Tex and Jazz's story had so much potential, but it just fell flat in a few different ways. When I read the ending of Maverick and found out about what this story would be about, I was thrilled. Seemingly straight guy Tex has received a letter from his best friend saying that he is getting out of prison after three years but Tex is terrified because Jazz is the only person to have ever broken his heart.
The book started out beautifully and I was excited until I was at around 55% and they were still dancing around their feelings. Jazz has been in love with Tex for close to a decade but Tex can't or won't accept his feelings for Jazz. Then BAM the last 45% is all feelings, drama, love and an HEA but I wanted more from the beginning of the book.
I enjoyed their story, but I did feel like there was something missing. Even with Gunner and Raven's book the one I was most looking forward and didn’t give that great of a review to you could feel their connection but in this one it just didn't do it for me. I am not giving up on this series though because I have made it this far and I love this brotherhood.
The book started out beautifully and I was excited until I was at around 55% and they were still dancing around their feelings. Jazz has been in love with Tex for close to a decade but Tex can't or won't accept his feelings for Jazz. Then BAM the last 45% is all feelings, drama, love and an HEA but I wanted more from the beginning of the book.
I enjoyed their story, but I did feel like there was something missing. Even with Gunner and Raven's book the one I was most looking forward and didn’t give that great of a review to you could feel their connection but in this one it just didn't do it for me. I am not giving up on this series though because I have made it this far and I love this brotherhood.
July 14, 2020
When Jazz steps foot outside the prison where he'd been locked up for years, he does not expect the welcome sight of his best friend, Tex. But he's there to pick Jazz up, and Jazz intends on making the most of his time with the man. But he knows better than to indulge in the hopes that Tex has nurtured anything beyond friendly feelings for him this whole time - Tex is as straight as an arrow. Or is he...
Tex has never been attracted to a man before but suddenly his gorgeous best friend has his mind all over the place, making him see things he never saw before, making him understand why he'd never felt quite as centered while he was with a woman, as he is just spending time with Jazz. Will Jazz understand? Does he have the same attraction to him that Tex does to Jazz?
Wow, I am surprised by how low angst this story was. Usually I'd assume a biker questioning his sexuality would make for lots of angst, but Tex accepted his feelings pretty easily, and it was actually pretty nice reading of these two best friends becoming more. There is club stuff too, but it's not as heavy as it could be, letting the relationship take center stage. Jazz and Tex make a great couple, a worthy addition to the other MC couples.
ARC via Gay Romance Reviews for an honest review.
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June 20, 2020
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I've received an e-ARC by publisher through Netgalley in exchange for honest review.
I was looking forward this book. Not only because I've enjoyed the previous books, but because Tex and Jazz's story seemed interesting. Truth be told, until Maverick Tex was a character that didn't call to me too much. He seemed nice and I knew he would have his own book sooner or later, but until Maverick's book he didn't made that much of an appearance. And then in his book not only we get to see more of him, but also discover that his BFF is in jail and coming back home soon.
Is there something better than a friends to lovers? Yep, when it's a gay for you. I love this two tropes together, what can I say.
I was intrigued by Jazz: what did he do to end up in jail? How was he? Why if he's a Hell's Ankhor member we hadn't heard about him until just the now? In this book we get some answers, and luckyly for us, Jazz turned out to be a cute and loving character.
There's so much going on in this book we don't have time to get bored. And I just couldn't put the book down until I finished. Seeing Tex and Jazz together was interesting, not only they must rediscover each other (after 3 years apart... people don't stay the same, much less if one of them spent those years in jail), but also get to understand the new dynamics between them. Tex feels a little bit baffled by how much Jazz seems to have changed, and he need time to understand what's going between them.
This is a truly slow slowburn, and I loved it for that. I just hate GFY stories in which the straight one just throws himselft to his feelings without a second thought... because it doesn't have any sense. Even if I must admit I would have loved to see more of this two together in different circumstanced (don't know, more of Tex's jelous side, for example LOL) I felt the pace was perfect.
Alongside the romance between these two longtime friends, we also get back to old Crave and Viper's plotline. I liked how this part went, and also the fact that Heath—the club's prospect—was so involved in it. But in a way I also found it to end... easily? Not sure if that's the word, but I just think that after 5 books with the Viper's as the club's top enemies, the end was a little bit easy.
With all, I truly enjoyed this. I'm starting to think no book will be better than Rebel, but I guess that's too much asking. Rebel was PERFECT! So perfect I'm feeling up to rereding it again LOL I have huge expectations with Dante (coming out July 28th) because Heath seems like a cute character that promises a completely different story from the first 5 books, and I can't wait to read how Dante and him will get closer.
I've received an e-ARC by publisher through Netgalley in exchange for honest review.
I was looking forward this book. Not only because I've enjoyed the previous books, but because Tex and Jazz's story seemed interesting. Truth be told, until Maverick Tex was a character that didn't call to me too much. He seemed nice and I knew he would have his own book sooner or later, but until Maverick's book he didn't made that much of an appearance. And then in his book not only we get to see more of him, but also discover that his BFF is in jail and coming back home soon.
Is there something better than a friends to lovers? Yep, when it's a gay for you. I love this two tropes together, what can I say.
I was intrigued by Jazz: what did he do to end up in jail? How was he? Why if he's a Hell's Ankhor member we hadn't heard about him until just the now? In this book we get some answers, and luckyly for us, Jazz turned out to be a cute and loving character.
There's so much going on in this book we don't have time to get bored. And I just couldn't put the book down until I finished. Seeing Tex and Jazz together was interesting, not only they must rediscover each other (after 3 years apart... people don't stay the same, much less if one of them spent those years in jail), but also get to understand the new dynamics between them. Tex feels a little bit baffled by how much Jazz seems to have changed, and he need time to understand what's going between them.
This is a truly slow slowburn, and I loved it for that. I just hate GFY stories in which the straight one just throws himselft to his feelings without a second thought... because it doesn't have any sense. Even if I must admit I would have loved to see more of this two together in different circumstanced (don't know, more of Tex's jelous side, for example LOL) I felt the pace was perfect.
Alongside the romance between these two longtime friends, we also get back to old Crave and Viper's plotline. I liked how this part went, and also the fact that Heath—the club's prospect—was so involved in it. But in a way I also found it to end... easily? Not sure if that's the word, but I just think that after 5 books with the Viper's as the club's top enemies, the end was a little bit easy.
With all, I truly enjoyed this. I'm starting to think no book will be better than Rebel, but I guess that's too much asking. Rebel was PERFECT! So perfect I'm feeling up to rereding it again LOL I have huge expectations with Dante (coming out July 28th) because Heath seems like a cute character that promises a completely different story from the first 5 books, and I can't wait to read how Dante and him will get closer.
October 4, 2020
This is a review for the Audible book.
I really enjoyed this narration. This is the first time I’ve listened to David Allen Vargo. I thought he did an excellent job of differentiating between the men. I liked that I could definitely tell which character was speaking or thinking.
Jazz walks out of prison to see his two favorite things in the world, his bike and his best friend Tex. Together since their teens they have always been everything to each other. Except what Jazz really wants, Tex to love him.
Oh my, these two were were so clueless. I loved it. Their buildup so slow and really very sweet. I liked Tex’s slow realization that he was in love with Jazz. Nice story, well written with all the Hell’s Ankhor guys in attendance. Toss in a bad guy or two and it was a well rounded story.
I really enjoyed this narration. This is the first time I’ve listened to David Allen Vargo. I thought he did an excellent job of differentiating between the men. I liked that I could definitely tell which character was speaking or thinking.
Jazz walks out of prison to see his two favorite things in the world, his bike and his best friend Tex. Together since their teens they have always been everything to each other. Except what Jazz really wants, Tex to love him.
Oh my, these two were were so clueless. I loved it. Their buildup so slow and really very sweet. I liked Tex’s slow realization that he was in love with Jazz. Nice story, well written with all the Hell’s Ankhor guys in attendance. Toss in a bad guy or two and it was a well rounded story.
June 19, 2020
Sometimes you miss the forest for the trees.
by and1515
Today is the first day of freedom after being incarcerated for three years but right now I'm so nervous wondering if I'll be welcome at the club house or will they unceremoniously tell me to hit the road.
I wasn't sure he'd be here after all the crap I'd pulled but here he was waiting for me And he brought my favorite lady yeah my darn bike I sure did miss her while I was locked away.
As Tex sat there gossiping about all the things I've missed because of my own stupidity but probably the worst was losing Ankh because he'd would be here to see the changes in me.
I'd been woefully gullible in the past but now I should trust myself first and foremost.
However I know I'd have to accept the fact I'm going to see women succeed were I'll always come up short.
Jazz and I had been through many things together he's my best friend and brother the longest and I truly felt disoriented without him.
Talking with my club brothers trying to explain how I knew I'd screwed up big time and yes I'm very well aware talk is cheap but I wanted to prove that I'd changed.
Wow I never expected them to hand me this patch the fact they have this much faith in me is truly humbling.
The last thing I'd expected was to have someone call me on my stuff I'd truly thought no one would catch on but here he was pointing out that I'm still carry my feeling on my freaking sleeve.
Those stupid jerks thought they could just waltz in here creating chaos because one of them didn't like the fact I did my job the last time we meet and of course if things couldn't get in worse the cops had to walk and now there blowing things way out proportion talk about making a mountain out of a mole hill.
However now we're sitting in a freezing cell waiting for these idiots.
Finally after what seems like an eternity they're ready to kick us lose and yeah I'm ready to blow this Popsicle stand.
Tonight I realized just how close things can change in a blink of an eye.
Trying to let go of all the things I've been hanging on to since that awful night I made the worst mistake.
I woke up beside Jazz when I'd almost lost my mind he was my brother and yet nope not going there.
But Jazz he totally shocked me and I couldn't scramble away from him fast enough and top of it all there's one of the guys telling us about our trip.
Unfortunately I'd been watching and waiting for the other shoe to drop and there's the proof that Jazz was still the same screw up I really should have known better.
At first I thought Tex was still mad about me getting to personal with him but then I realize that's not it at all. Wow I can't believe he'd have so little faith in me that he honestly think I'd would stab everyone in the back.
Yeah I know just call me captain obvious I'm so dumb but especially now having to stand here and explain myself I should have given the benefit of talking instead I rushed to judgement.
Once he heard the news Tex knew without a shadow of a doubt Jazz would be in a world of hurt if that monster found him before he did.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
by and1515
Today is the first day of freedom after being incarcerated for three years but right now I'm so nervous wondering if I'll be welcome at the club house or will they unceremoniously tell me to hit the road.
I wasn't sure he'd be here after all the crap I'd pulled but here he was waiting for me And he brought my favorite lady yeah my darn bike I sure did miss her while I was locked away.
As Tex sat there gossiping about all the things I've missed because of my own stupidity but probably the worst was losing Ankh because he'd would be here to see the changes in me.
I'd been woefully gullible in the past but now I should trust myself first and foremost.
However I know I'd have to accept the fact I'm going to see women succeed were I'll always come up short.
Jazz and I had been through many things together he's my best friend and brother the longest and I truly felt disoriented without him.
Talking with my club brothers trying to explain how I knew I'd screwed up big time and yes I'm very well aware talk is cheap but I wanted to prove that I'd changed.
Wow I never expected them to hand me this patch the fact they have this much faith in me is truly humbling.
The last thing I'd expected was to have someone call me on my stuff I'd truly thought no one would catch on but here he was pointing out that I'm still carry my feeling on my freaking sleeve.
Those stupid jerks thought they could just waltz in here creating chaos because one of them didn't like the fact I did my job the last time we meet and of course if things couldn't get in worse the cops had to walk and now there blowing things way out proportion talk about making a mountain out of a mole hill.
However now we're sitting in a freezing cell waiting for these idiots.
Finally after what seems like an eternity they're ready to kick us lose and yeah I'm ready to blow this Popsicle stand.
Tonight I realized just how close things can change in a blink of an eye.
Trying to let go of all the things I've been hanging on to since that awful night I made the worst mistake.
I woke up beside Jazz when I'd almost lost my mind he was my brother and yet nope not going there.
But Jazz he totally shocked me and I couldn't scramble away from him fast enough and top of it all there's one of the guys telling us about our trip.
Unfortunately I'd been watching and waiting for the other shoe to drop and there's the proof that Jazz was still the same screw up I really should have known better.
At first I thought Tex was still mad about me getting to personal with him but then I realize that's not it at all. Wow I can't believe he'd have so little faith in me that he honestly think I'd would stab everyone in the back.
Yeah I know just call me captain obvious I'm so dumb but especially now having to stand here and explain myself I should have given the benefit of talking instead I rushed to judgement.
Once he heard the news Tex knew without a shadow of a doubt Jazz would be in a world of hurt if that monster found him before he did.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 24, 2020
This is another terrific addition to this great series. I wondered what would happen between Tex and Jazz once Jazz was released from prison. It had been three years and that’s a lot of time to think and change, but nothing would have pulled the two men apart.
Jazz had changed for the best; he’d learned how to survive inside and his therapist really did help him with his feelings for Tex. Nothings worse than loving someone you cannot have. Jazz came out with more confidence than when he went in. He had been a follower and once in prison, he had to stand on his own without Tex as his backup, which allowed him the self-growth he needed. It wasn’t easy for him, and part of the prison, but he now knew he loved Tex and he could never have him the way he wanted and needed him.
Tex, I love the guy, I wondered what he had been thinking the whole three years about what his real feelings were for Jazz, but I could totally understand the turmoil and confusion he must have been feeling when he saw Jazz for the first time in three years. Nothing had felt right in his life while Jazz was away; the man fit right into his life; always had, always will.
For the first time, Tex was facing the same Jazz but a different one at the same time. Tex had a hard time letting go of the old thought patterns and trusting Jazz could have changed for the best and he wouldn’t make those same mistakes again, but Tex’s mind just was too worried he would lose his friend all over again, and he could not go through that again.
The two men, with their bickering and fighting and the scenes that tugged and pulled at them around, were perfect. It was beautifully written and brought everything together without it feeling unnatural for Tex and Jazz. They were meant to be together as they had been and the physical and sexually feeling Tex felt for Jazz just seemed to fall into place. Beautiful book; I just really loved it. Now that the authors have left us with a touch of what’s to come in the next book, I’m anxious to read it.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Jazz had changed for the best; he’d learned how to survive inside and his therapist really did help him with his feelings for Tex. Nothings worse than loving someone you cannot have. Jazz came out with more confidence than when he went in. He had been a follower and once in prison, he had to stand on his own without Tex as his backup, which allowed him the self-growth he needed. It wasn’t easy for him, and part of the prison, but he now knew he loved Tex and he could never have him the way he wanted and needed him.
Tex, I love the guy, I wondered what he had been thinking the whole three years about what his real feelings were for Jazz, but I could totally understand the turmoil and confusion he must have been feeling when he saw Jazz for the first time in three years. Nothing had felt right in his life while Jazz was away; the man fit right into his life; always had, always will.
For the first time, Tex was facing the same Jazz but a different one at the same time. Tex had a hard time letting go of the old thought patterns and trusting Jazz could have changed for the best and he wouldn’t make those same mistakes again, but Tex’s mind just was too worried he would lose his friend all over again, and he could not go through that again.
The two men, with their bickering and fighting and the scenes that tugged and pulled at them around, were perfect. It was beautifully written and brought everything together without it feeling unnatural for Tex and Jazz. They were meant to be together as they had been and the physical and sexually feeling Tex felt for Jazz just seemed to fall into place. Beautiful book; I just really loved it. Now that the authors have left us with a touch of what’s to come in the next book, I’m anxious to read it.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 25, 2020
Audiobook Review
This has been a well thought out, fun, yet emotional series and this book fit right in.
Best friends since school, Tex and Jazz made their way to California to make a life with Hell's Ankhor. For the last three years, Jazz has been serving time in San Quentin, but now he's out and a changed man. The one thing that hasn't changed is his desire for his straight best friend.
Tex has always taken care of Jazz, and after 3 years without him, it's the only thing he wants to do. But Jazz wants more. From Tex, from life, from love.
The pair lined up well and fought hard for each other in the end. Was an entertaining listen.
This has been a well thought out, fun, yet emotional series and this book fit right in.
Best friends since school, Tex and Jazz made their way to California to make a life with Hell's Ankhor. For the last three years, Jazz has been serving time in San Quentin, but now he's out and a changed man. The one thing that hasn't changed is his desire for his straight best friend.
Tex has always taken care of Jazz, and after 3 years without him, it's the only thing he wants to do. But Jazz wants more. From Tex, from life, from love.
The pair lined up well and fought hard for each other in the end. Was an entertaining listen.
August 7, 2020
Brother in arms
This is just so romantic in its own way. No there are no one hundred roses or extravaganza champagne showers. No helicopters and no glittering vampires.
Jazz is like the wind following Tex around for years and being his brother in arms. After a little distance and time from each other, both reunited and new beginnings began. There were fights, there were bloods, but no matter, they have each other.
This is just so romantic in its own way. No there are no one hundred roses or extravaganza champagne showers. No helicopters and no glittering vampires.
Jazz is like the wind following Tex around for years and being his brother in arms. After a little distance and time from each other, both reunited and new beginnings began. There were fights, there were bloods, but no matter, they have each other.
August 9, 2020
For a close as these two were, I hated the fact that Tex didn’t visit, not once in 3 years!!?! Minus one star. I felt Tex’s inner turmoil was valid and I liked how he came to accept his feelings towards Jazz, it wasn’t all insta-love.
June 27, 2020
4.5****
June 28, 2020
Nice
Each installment in this series gets better and better. Now you may disagree and that's ok because I suspect I might be a bit biased for these stories. Continue to learn about the guys in the club and was things developed.
Each installment in this series gets better and better. Now you may disagree and that's ok because I suspect I might be a bit biased for these stories. Continue to learn about the guys in the club and was things developed.
dnf
July 9, 2020rating: dnf
I got about 40% in and just couldn't continue. A friend-to-lovers story has to be exceptionally good for me to like it and this one just didn't cut it. Hopefully the next one in the series will be better.
I got about 40% in and just couldn't continue. A friend-to-lovers story has to be exceptionally good for me to like it and this one just didn't cut it. Hopefully the next one in the series will be better.
June 29, 2020
4,5 stars to these lovely best friends, who everything they have done led them to each other, they just didn't know it!
This book was REALLY well written, it was a slow burn, friend to lovers story, with the lovelies MC that we already know, and this time was Tex and Jazz turn.
Why not 5 points? It lacked something, because even though it was well written, Rebel story is still my favorite, but that could have something to do with personal preferences, so be my guest and enjoy it!
This book was REALLY well written, it was a slow burn, friend to lovers story, with the lovelies MC that we already know, and this time was Tex and Jazz turn.
Why not 5 points? It lacked something, because even though it was well written, Rebel story is still my favorite, but that could have something to do with personal preferences, so be my guest and enjoy it!
October 8, 2020
ETA Audiobook narrator review.
Narrator: David Allen Vargo, 4 stars
This is the first time I’ve heard anything narrated by DAV, and I enjoyed the emotion he put into his narration. He really brought each character to life. I also found his voice to fit the rough and tough bikers he was portraying.
📚🎧📚🎧📚🎧📚🎧📚🎧📚🎧📚🎧📚🎧📚🎧📚🎧
In this book we see more of Tex and Jazz, as they are the main characters. We do still see a lot of the club in this book.
Jazz has been in jail, paying for his sins. Even though he did the right thing, he’s nervous about being around the club again. He has changed since going in. He’s surprised to find Tex waiting on him when he’s released.
Jazz and Tex have a long history of being friends. They’ve missed each other tremendously, while separated. This is the longest they’ve ever been separated. Jazz is gay, and has always been secretly in love with Tex, who is straight. Jazz’s time away has affected Tex, though. He’s beginning to question his feelings for Jazz. Could it be more than what he’s always claimed?
This was a good addition to the series, and it laid the groundwork for the next book.
***I voluntarily accepted an ARC from Gay Romance Reviews. My review reflects my own thoughts and opinions***
Narrator: David Allen Vargo, 4 stars
This is the first time I’ve heard anything narrated by DAV, and I enjoyed the emotion he put into his narration. He really brought each character to life. I also found his voice to fit the rough and tough bikers he was portraying.
📚🎧📚🎧📚🎧📚🎧📚🎧📚🎧📚🎧📚🎧📚🎧📚🎧
In this book we see more of Tex and Jazz, as they are the main characters. We do still see a lot of the club in this book.
Jazz has been in jail, paying for his sins. Even though he did the right thing, he’s nervous about being around the club again. He has changed since going in. He’s surprised to find Tex waiting on him when he’s released.
Jazz and Tex have a long history of being friends. They’ve missed each other tremendously, while separated. This is the longest they’ve ever been separated. Jazz is gay, and has always been secretly in love with Tex, who is straight. Jazz’s time away has affected Tex, though. He’s beginning to question his feelings for Jazz. Could it be more than what he’s always claimed?
This was a good addition to the series, and it laid the groundwork for the next book.
***I voluntarily accepted an ARC from Gay Romance Reviews. My review reflects my own thoughts and opinions***
November 25, 2020
I'll grudgingly round 3.5 stars up to 4, because I enjoyed the perks more than I was annoyed by the flaws, but man, this could have been perfect and I hate wasted potential.
Because what I absolutely loved was the romance part and honestly that's what's most important here. I felt connected and genuinely liked Jazz and Tex and they had a beautiful dynamic - friends first, slow burn love sort of angstily developing. Loved it!
What really sucks is the action/suspense part of the story. It's rudimentary, unimaginative and doesn't develop naturally but is sprung at you at convenient times without context. To think that the whole plot surrounding Crave and the Vipers had a four book build up already and just fizzled out in the most basic and predictable way...ugh. This is seriously lacking finesse.
The whole family club vibe has grown on me a lot though. The fluff is piled on heavily, but just rolling with it makes me happy at this point.
Because what I absolutely loved was the romance part and honestly that's what's most important here. I felt connected and genuinely liked Jazz and Tex and they had a beautiful dynamic - friends first, slow burn love sort of angstily developing. Loved it!
What really sucks is the action/suspense part of the story. It's rudimentary, unimaginative and doesn't develop naturally but is sprung at you at convenient times without context. To think that the whole plot surrounding Crave and the Vipers had a four book build up already and just fizzled out in the most basic and predictable way...ugh. This is seriously lacking finesse.
The whole family club vibe has grown on me a lot though. The fluff is piled on heavily, but just rolling with it makes me happy at this point.
June 28, 2020
Text and Jazz
I've been curious about Tex since the previous books and I loved it when Jonah and Grace came to the club and we got to see Tex with a toddler - soo cute!
This is a friends to lovers book, gay for you story between Tex and his best friend Has a. They've always had each others backs and have been as close as brothers, but Jazz has always hidden his true feelings for Tex. And we still have the MC club in focus and their enemy Crave is creeping closer.
When Tex and Jazz are reunited after Jazz spending years in prison there is something more than friendship brewing under the surface and when navigating back to each other they find out that maybe their bond can be even stronger.
Loved the little preview of Heaths book.
I've been curious about Tex since the previous books and I loved it when Jonah and Grace came to the club and we got to see Tex with a toddler - soo cute!
This is a friends to lovers book, gay for you story between Tex and his best friend Has a. They've always had each others backs and have been as close as brothers, but Jazz has always hidden his true feelings for Tex. And we still have the MC club in focus and their enemy Crave is creeping closer.
When Tex and Jazz are reunited after Jazz spending years in prison there is something more than friendship brewing under the surface and when navigating back to each other they find out that maybe their bond can be even stronger.
Loved the little preview of Heaths book.
June 25, 2020
So much angst! I was just like get on with it. Hook the boys up and tie everything up with a hot sex scene.
The author gives us that and a whole lot more! I'm not a big fan of "gay for you" tropes but I went with it here. Tex and Jazz have been best friends since they were foster kids together. They move on and hook up with the motorcycle club. Jazz is portrayed as very loyal and somewhat naive. He gets involved in a store robbery that left the clerk dead. He gets three years. The other two get life.
Fast forward three years-Jazz is getting out of prison. Tex is there to meet him. Jazz has grown physically and emotionally. What else is there to do in prison but push-ups and therapy sessions? Tex is the same.
Fast forward a little bit more and we find out that Jazz has been in love with Tex since they were sixteen. Nearly 12 years or so. Tex is oblivious to that fact. He seems pretty oblivious to so much about his "little brother". Jazz wants to talk about feelings and stuff and Tex doesn't. That's basically the story of their lives.
Fast forward a little bit more-the villain of the series, Crave pops his nasty little head up. Jazz has rode off to Monterey to get laid for lack of a better word. Jazz is drunk, tosses his phone when he sees that Tex is trying to reach him, and up pops Crave. Crave wants to use Jazz to get back at the club and his sons Rebel and Logan. He plans on killing his sons and taking down the club president.
Jazz gets home the next morning and the club has a copy of the FBI surveillance video of him and Crave. The FBI has been tracking Crave since book three and have yet to arrest him. The club president isn't happy with the feds. His club is in danger and ultimately, the club has to take matters into their own hands when Crave attempts to harm Jazz and the prospect.
Crave shows up at the clubhouse. He tries to kidnap Logan by holding Tex hostage. Of course, this doesn't go over well. Crave and his accomplice don't walk away this time.
I loved the story, but I'm still waiting for the happy ending. I can't take much more angst! The gods smile upon the readers and we get our very happy and very sexy ending. The sex between Tex and Jazz is hot, but it's also loving and caring and sweet and erotic and almost too much for me to handle. However, there's always a point in the book, nearly always during the sex scene, that just makes me wish I had taken my allergy pills because I'm not crying over a silly book. Damn hay fever.
The authors do just a fantastic job at not only showing us the passion but the love between Tex and Jazz. Tex finally realizes how much Jazz loves him. Tex then finally realizes how much he loves Jazz. One of the characters describes Tex as being in a fog the entire time Jazz was in prison. I'm pretty sure that he had been in a fog the entire time he was with Jazz. The fog finally lifted. :)
The author gives us that and a whole lot more! I'm not a big fan of "gay for you" tropes but I went with it here. Tex and Jazz have been best friends since they were foster kids together. They move on and hook up with the motorcycle club. Jazz is portrayed as very loyal and somewhat naive. He gets involved in a store robbery that left the clerk dead. He gets three years. The other two get life.
Fast forward three years-Jazz is getting out of prison. Tex is there to meet him. Jazz has grown physically and emotionally. What else is there to do in prison but push-ups and therapy sessions? Tex is the same.
Fast forward a little bit more and we find out that Jazz has been in love with Tex since they were sixteen. Nearly 12 years or so. Tex is oblivious to that fact. He seems pretty oblivious to so much about his "little brother". Jazz wants to talk about feelings and stuff and Tex doesn't. That's basically the story of their lives.
Fast forward a little bit more-the villain of the series, Crave pops his nasty little head up. Jazz has rode off to Monterey to get laid for lack of a better word. Jazz is drunk, tosses his phone when he sees that Tex is trying to reach him, and up pops Crave. Crave wants to use Jazz to get back at the club and his sons Rebel and Logan. He plans on killing his sons and taking down the club president.
Jazz gets home the next morning and the club has a copy of the FBI surveillance video of him and Crave. The FBI has been tracking Crave since book three and have yet to arrest him. The club president isn't happy with the feds. His club is in danger and ultimately, the club has to take matters into their own hands when Crave attempts to harm Jazz and the prospect.
Crave shows up at the clubhouse. He tries to kidnap Logan by holding Tex hostage. Of course, this doesn't go over well. Crave and his accomplice don't walk away this time.
I loved the story, but I'm still waiting for the happy ending. I can't take much more angst! The gods smile upon the readers and we get our very happy and very sexy ending. The sex between Tex and Jazz is hot, but it's also loving and caring and sweet and erotic and almost too much for me to handle. However, there's always a point in the book, nearly always during the sex scene, that just makes me wish I had taken my allergy pills because I'm not crying over a silly book. Damn hay fever.
The authors do just a fantastic job at not only showing us the passion but the love between Tex and Jazz. Tex finally realizes how much Jazz loves him. Tex then finally realizes how much he loves Jazz. One of the characters describes Tex as being in a fog the entire time Jazz was in prison. I'm pretty sure that he had been in a fog the entire time he was with Jazz. The fog finally lifted. :)
October 7, 2020
**Audio Review**
I can't believe this is the first Hell's Ankhor book I've read because I absolutely loved it!
Though I did read this book as a standalone, I found myself wishing I'd read the earlier books in this series--not because I got lost or couldn't keep up with the story, but because this MC has obviously been through so much already and I wanted to experience it firsthand. Even without knowing anything about these characters, it was easy for me to get caught up in the steamy tension between Jazz and Tex. This romance is a slow burn, but filled with delicious longing and pent-up desire from the very start. Tex's complete obliviousness about his more-than-friendly feelings towards Jazz was adorable, even if I did want to scream at him to just make out with Jazz already.
In between all the searing gazes and jerk off fantasies, Jazz and Tex dealt with some seriously stressful situations and dangerous people. When Jazz got thrown back in the local jail for a few hours I was completely freaking out, but seeing how soft and caring Tex was afterwards calmed me right back down and showed me how deep their bond really is. Similarly, my heart was aching when I finally found out what landed Jazz in prison the first time. It's obvious that Jazz grew up so much while he was away, and I felt as proud as Tex to see him taking on more responsibility and proving he can make good decisions.
David Allen Vargo's narration took this already great story to the next level. Tex's accent was totally swoon-worthy, and there was so much emotion in every character's perspective that these men felt completely real to me. When Tex and Jazz were fighting with the Vipers, I felt like I was right there with them, just as anxious and scared and determined to best them. When Tex and Jazz finally *finally* started hooking up, I felt like I would go up in flames. When Tex doubted Jazz, after everything they'd been through, I felt every ounce of Jazz's pain. I do think I would have loved this story no matter what, but the narration here definitely enhanced my reading experience.
**I voluntarily listened to a free copy of this book. This review expresses my honest thoughts and opinions.
I can't believe this is the first Hell's Ankhor book I've read because I absolutely loved it!
Though I did read this book as a standalone, I found myself wishing I'd read the earlier books in this series--not because I got lost or couldn't keep up with the story, but because this MC has obviously been through so much already and I wanted to experience it firsthand. Even without knowing anything about these characters, it was easy for me to get caught up in the steamy tension between Jazz and Tex. This romance is a slow burn, but filled with delicious longing and pent-up desire from the very start. Tex's complete obliviousness about his more-than-friendly feelings towards Jazz was adorable, even if I did want to scream at him to just make out with Jazz already.
In between all the searing gazes and jerk off fantasies, Jazz and Tex dealt with some seriously stressful situations and dangerous people. When Jazz got thrown back in the local jail for a few hours I was completely freaking out, but seeing how soft and caring Tex was afterwards calmed me right back down and showed me how deep their bond really is. Similarly, my heart was aching when I finally found out what landed Jazz in prison the first time. It's obvious that Jazz grew up so much while he was away, and I felt as proud as Tex to see him taking on more responsibility and proving he can make good decisions.
David Allen Vargo's narration took this already great story to the next level. Tex's accent was totally swoon-worthy, and there was so much emotion in every character's perspective that these men felt completely real to me. When Tex and Jazz were fighting with the Vipers, I felt like I was right there with them, just as anxious and scared and determined to best them. When Tex and Jazz finally *finally* started hooking up, I felt like I would go up in flames. When Tex doubted Jazz, after everything they'd been through, I felt every ounce of Jazz's pain. I do think I would have loved this story no matter what, but the narration here definitely enhanced my reading experience.
**I voluntarily listened to a free copy of this book. This review expresses my honest thoughts and opinions.
September 2, 2020
Tex y Jazz son amigos desde que se conocieron en las casas de acogida y han estado juntos como amigos protegiendose desde entonces, incluso se unieron juntos a Hell's Ankhor, pero Jazz cometio el error de creer en un par de miembros del club que querian robar una licoreria y mataron al dueno, por lo que tuvo que ir a prision durante 3 anos. Cuando Jazz por fin sale de prision, Tex piensa que pueden volver a ser como eran antes, los amigos inseparables, pero Jazz ahora esta consciente de que esta enamorado de Tex desde su adolescencia y que debe aceptar que el nunca lo va a querer igual.
Tex ve que Jazz ha cambiado, que su relacion ya no es como antes, pero siente que tambien el cambio, no sabe por que, pero solo quiere estar con Jazz siempre.
Cuando Jazz se enfrenta a la muerte por parte de Craven (el lider de los Viper Nest), Tex acepta que quiere estar con Jazz y que es la unica persona con la que se siente totalmente a gusto, ademas de aceptar que el amor que siente por Jazz no solo es amistad sino romantico tambien.
Junto con los otros miembros de Hell's Ankhor pondran fin a la amenza de Craven y el club volvera a ser el de antes.
El libro esta lleno de accion, mucha aceptacion y respeto de todos los otros personajes para el que esta regresando de prision. Te hace ver que no todo el que va a la carcel es malo y que es posible salir de ahi mejor que cuando se entro. Aunque estoy segura que es mas por la trama del libro que otra cosa.
Pero por lo demas, es un libro entretenido, que pone fin a una trama (los Viper Nest) que estuvo presente desde el principio. Pudo haber sido el final de la serie, pero ya se que por lo menos hay 2 libros mas despues de este, y muy probablemente el autor decida hacer mas, ya veremos cual sera la trama de los proximos y si se mantiene la serie.
Tex ve que Jazz ha cambiado, que su relacion ya no es como antes, pero siente que tambien el cambio, no sabe por que, pero solo quiere estar con Jazz siempre.
Cuando Jazz se enfrenta a la muerte por parte de Craven (el lider de los Viper Nest), Tex acepta que quiere estar con Jazz y que es la unica persona con la que se siente totalmente a gusto, ademas de aceptar que el amor que siente por Jazz no solo es amistad sino romantico tambien.
Junto con los otros miembros de Hell's Ankhor pondran fin a la amenza de Craven y el club volvera a ser el de antes.
El libro esta lleno de accion, mucha aceptacion y respeto de todos los otros personajes para el que esta regresando de prision. Te hace ver que no todo el que va a la carcel es malo y que es posible salir de ahi mejor que cuando se entro. Aunque estoy segura que es mas por la trama del libro que otra cosa.
Pero por lo demas, es un libro entretenido, que pone fin a una trama (los Viper Nest) que estuvo presente desde el principio. Pudo haber sido el final de la serie, pero ya se que por lo menos hay 2 libros mas despues de este, y muy probablemente el autor decida hacer mas, ya veremos cual sera la trama de los proximos y si se mantiene la serie.
January 15, 2021
5 stars is not enough for this book; I loved it so much!!!! A real book of self-discovery for both characters, Tex and Jazz; lif -long friends.
I think Stetson wearing Tex and Jazz are my favourites in the series up to book 5 so far! The sexual awakening for Tex is just amazing to read and had me crying with joy. I wanted to hug him, although I'd also wanted to sit him down and explain it all to him previously!! Jazz has his own epiphany whilst in prison which sets him up to deal with life going forward leading him to grow as a person. This is definitely aimed at adult readers with adult content! Scenes between the sheets, against the walls, in the kitchen, or wherever are hot and sexy and between men! If you don't like that don't read these books!!!
Whilst this is probably the shortest of the books this is the one that brings everything together for all the characters in the first 5 books; it brings a conclusion to the golden thread, it introduces new characters for the next round of the series which begins with Heath, it cleans up all the loose ends and everyone is happy. It's a great book, it has a slow burn and yet it is also well paced too drawing the reader through the multiple storylines to the finale.
I've loved the first 5 books of the Hell's Ankhor Club series, particularly Tex and Jazz and I'm totally recommending it and them to you xx
I received a free copy of this book from Booksprout and provide my honest review voluntarily
I think Stetson wearing Tex and Jazz are my favourites in the series up to book 5 so far! The sexual awakening for Tex is just amazing to read and had me crying with joy. I wanted to hug him, although I'd also wanted to sit him down and explain it all to him previously!! Jazz has his own epiphany whilst in prison which sets him up to deal with life going forward leading him to grow as a person. This is definitely aimed at adult readers with adult content! Scenes between the sheets, against the walls, in the kitchen, or wherever are hot and sexy and between men! If you don't like that don't read these books!!!
Whilst this is probably the shortest of the books this is the one that brings everything together for all the characters in the first 5 books; it brings a conclusion to the golden thread, it introduces new characters for the next round of the series which begins with Heath, it cleans up all the loose ends and everyone is happy. It's a great book, it has a slow burn and yet it is also well paced too drawing the reader through the multiple storylines to the finale.
I've loved the first 5 books of the Hell's Ankhor Club series, particularly Tex and Jazz and I'm totally recommending it and them to you xx
I received a free copy of this book from Booksprout and provide my honest review voluntarily
July 31, 2020
Tex is the fifth book in the Hells Ankhor series by authors Aiden Bates and Ali Lyda. I love this series keeps getting better and better. This series is best enjoyed in order though the love story between Tex and Jazz is kind of a standalone. You will meet other characters from other stories in this book. I love that. This story is written in Dual Pov you really can get into the heads of Tex and Jazz. That is very important to this storyline.
Jazz, when we meet him, is getting out of prison. He has been there for three years. He misses his best friend and a person he loves, Tex. He feels like he has disappointed Tex. He didn’t want the club to visit him in jail. But to see Tex now makes him scared. I liked how Jazz is always trying to do the right and brave thing.
Tex has missed Jazz. It was like a piece of him was always missing with Jazz gone. Tex is loyal, true, and works hard. He wants Jazz in his life he is not sure how, but he knows he cannot live without Jazz his other half in his life.
I liked the journey these two go on. They have had a lifetime together and a deep friendship. When it blossoms to more for me it was natural. I love when best friends fall in love. Highly recommend to anyone who loves a gritty romance with heart.
Five Shooting stars
Jazz, when we meet him, is getting out of prison. He has been there for three years. He misses his best friend and a person he loves, Tex. He feels like he has disappointed Tex. He didn’t want the club to visit him in jail. But to see Tex now makes him scared. I liked how Jazz is always trying to do the right and brave thing.
Tex has missed Jazz. It was like a piece of him was always missing with Jazz gone. Tex is loyal, true, and works hard. He wants Jazz in his life he is not sure how, but he knows he cannot live without Jazz his other half in his life.
I liked the journey these two go on. They have had a lifetime together and a deep friendship. When it blossoms to more for me it was natural. I love when best friends fall in love. Highly recommend to anyone who loves a gritty romance with heart.
Five Shooting stars
April 6, 2022
Book 5: Tex and Jasper AKA Jazz
Contains: motorcycle club members, ex-convict, bestfriend to lovers, bi-awakening, violence, slow-burn, hot seggs.
Oh sweet oblivious Tex. Throughout the book, he has no idea of Jazz's feelings. But his bisexuality (I presume) suddenly falls to him like a seal of questioning, denial, emotion and acceptance in a few pages. Even the seggs come the same day as the denial. Much too fast for an awakening for my taste. The author could have lengthened the book by several pages and extended his questioning of his orientation a bit more. Especially in a trope that contains an awakening, we do not rush. We take our time.
As for Jazz , oh sweet little Jazz, who is growing in confidence to be himself and has a little naughty, awkward side that has trouble accepting a compliment, he's just too adorable, a BADASS SHY BIKER.
I think this is my favorite book to date. It has everything, bestfriend to lover, awakening, violence, fear of going back to prison, fear of losing his friend again.
Crave is back and more dangerous than ever. The crew need to be more aware than ever of everything.
Will they succeed to finally arrest Crave? Will Logan and Luke finally have peace of mind that their father is out of their lives and no longer a threat to the ones they love?
Contains: motorcycle club members, ex-convict, bestfriend to lovers, bi-awakening, violence, slow-burn, hot seggs.
Oh sweet oblivious Tex. Throughout the book, he has no idea of Jazz's feelings. But his bisexuality (I presume) suddenly falls to him like a seal of questioning, denial, emotion and acceptance in a few pages. Even the seggs come the same day as the denial. Much too fast for an awakening for my taste. The author could have lengthened the book by several pages and extended his questioning of his orientation a bit more. Especially in a trope that contains an awakening, we do not rush. We take our time.
As for Jazz , oh sweet little Jazz, who is growing in confidence to be himself and has a little naughty, awkward side that has trouble accepting a compliment, he's just too adorable, a BADASS SHY BIKER.
I think this is my favorite book to date. It has everything, bestfriend to lover, awakening, violence, fear of going back to prison, fear of losing his friend again.
Crave is back and more dangerous than ever. The crew need to be more aware than ever of everything.
Will they succeed to finally arrest Crave? Will Logan and Luke finally have peace of mind that their father is out of their lives and no longer a threat to the ones they love?
June 24, 2020
Wen friendship forged in acceptance becomes unconditional love. Jazz and Tex met in the foster care system. They forged a bond of survival, friendship and trust. When they aged out of the foster care system, they leaned on each other for friendship and support. The Anchor family took them in. They each carried their own set of heavy baggage from their circumstances and foster care that formed them into the men they because. Jazz has always been in love with straight Tex. Tex's feelings toward Jazz, are complicated. Jazz made a mistake and ended up in San Quentin. He spent 3 years, adjusting, suffering, learning and growing. Tex, on the outside, missed him, suffered and grew. When Jazz exited, they had to reform a bit. They along with the clubhouse deal with old enemies, new friends and life flowing through twists and turns. Did Jazz and Tex have a more complex courtship because of the separation? Can Jazz embrace the new changes? Can Tex accept the new Jazz? Does Tex uncomplicate his feelings? This may be the most romantic story based on the content. Mr Bates' stories are good, but with his series, each one gets better and better. Well done! I received an ARC from Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 4, 2020
jazz finally ropes in his Stetson-loving cowboy...
Tex and Jazz have been joined at the hip since they were kids. Foster children moving through the system, they finally aged out and remained together ever since.
Jazz (Jasper) - had always relied on Tex to keep him in check, out of trouble and a constant support system. Jazz had always known he was gay, but his heart always belonged to Tex. even if Tex was blissfully unaware.
Tex (Clint) - dated women, had more than his fair share of fun, but nothing more. Never actually complete. Just a temporary gratification. He was also Jazz's full on protector.
Jazz spent years keeping his feeling under wrap for his brother, secret crush, love. Using mindless banter, play fights, arguments, and other tactics to suppress his truth from Tex. Seeing and gearing Tex with women proved more painful than he was willing to admit. His lashing out for acceptance may have been his way of sending signals, but who was there to see them?
Tex had his share of tell tales. Saw his protectiveness and feelings for Jazz as nothing more than a brother. But Jazz wasn't really his brother and there were intimate moments to prove that point.
Unfortunately, Tex maintained the internal and external chant maintaining his "straightness." Who was he trying to convince?
The surprise happened. Jazz ended up in a situation that landed him in prison for three years. His only anchor was outside and just as much of a mess as he was. Neither had been apart from one another
for that long since they were kids.
Tex receives word Jazz is getting out and coming home. Both men have changed. Was it for better worse, together or apart. It was only a matter of time before they found out.
Jazz could no longer hide his feelings for Tex, nor did he really wish to. Well, sort of. Tex began to see his feeling for what they truly were and not he facade he presented in public.
Before these two come together, can Tex see Jazz for the better man he's become or will he continue to see that kid who always needed a shield?
Will a near death experience help them to see the long standing love that's always been there?
**I received this ARC from Gay Romance Reviews for my honest feedback.**
Tex and Jazz have been joined at the hip since they were kids. Foster children moving through the system, they finally aged out and remained together ever since.
Jazz (Jasper) - had always relied on Tex to keep him in check, out of trouble and a constant support system. Jazz had always known he was gay, but his heart always belonged to Tex. even if Tex was blissfully unaware.
Tex (Clint) - dated women, had more than his fair share of fun, but nothing more. Never actually complete. Just a temporary gratification. He was also Jazz's full on protector.
Jazz spent years keeping his feeling under wrap for his brother, secret crush, love. Using mindless banter, play fights, arguments, and other tactics to suppress his truth from Tex. Seeing and gearing Tex with women proved more painful than he was willing to admit. His lashing out for acceptance may have been his way of sending signals, but who was there to see them?
Tex had his share of tell tales. Saw his protectiveness and feelings for Jazz as nothing more than a brother. But Jazz wasn't really his brother and there were intimate moments to prove that point.
Unfortunately, Tex maintained the internal and external chant maintaining his "straightness." Who was he trying to convince?
The surprise happened. Jazz ended up in a situation that landed him in prison for three years. His only anchor was outside and just as much of a mess as he was. Neither had been apart from one another
for that long since they were kids.
Tex receives word Jazz is getting out and coming home. Both men have changed. Was it for better worse, together or apart. It was only a matter of time before they found out.
Jazz could no longer hide his feelings for Tex, nor did he really wish to. Well, sort of. Tex began to see his feeling for what they truly were and not he facade he presented in public.
Before these two come together, can Tex see Jazz for the better man he's become or will he continue to see that kid who always needed a shield?
Will a near death experience help them to see the long standing love that's always been there?
**I received this ARC from Gay Romance Reviews for my honest feedback.**
September 25, 2020
I’m reviewing the audio version. I have read all the books in this series so when I was given the opportunity for a free copy of the audio version from Gay Romance Reviews, I wanted to hear what I was missing. I really enjoy this series. So many diverse personalities. These two Tex and Jazz I really enjoyed because they had such history together before Tex deals with his relationship with Jazz. This is also the story that deals with Crave and I was glad to see that finally happen. I think the extra emotion in this story also comes from the fact Jazz is just getting out of prison. How he deals with the club and issues adds to the story. I think this is one of the best of the series. I think it is best if this series is read in order because the characters and the story carries forward.
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