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When the past catches up with you...you have to turn and face it.

I tried to hide away from the pain of losing her, but every club needs their VP.

When the wild heart of a free-spirited gypsy casts a spell on me I can’t look away.

With the Guardians club under fire from every single possible angle, Red; the club VP emerges from the shadows to take control.

With Brody’s unexpected pick-pocketing skills he adds her to the chop shop team.

Meanwhile, a mole is burrowing inside the Edgewood police department and his sights are set on the take-down of the Guardians. The Vipers and the Devils just won’t go away; they want the blood of the Guardians to spill.

Is Brody the calm before the storm or is she more trouble than she’s worth?

Or can this perfect storm come together to be a one-two punch of passion?

69 pages, Kindle Edition

First published December 25, 2020

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Hope Stone

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Profile Image for Phyllis Wolford.
1,863 reviews
December 27, 2020
He was sent away in disgrace for something he had no control over and lost the love of his life.when the President is almost killed in a hit, he is called back to take control and to hold the MC together. He meets Brody her first night in town and rescues her from the corrupt sheriffs deputy. He then asks her to be ea part of the car crew to help steal and strip the cars. She takes him up on it and soon they are in a relationship.
Soon the crap hits the fan and as they find out about an ambush from rival MC’s and it comes to light that is taking place within the next little while. That changes everything for everyone.
Profile Image for Doris.
3,696 reviews138 followers
December 22, 2020
The Plot Thickens

Red is back in town after four years away from the Guardian's MC taking over as VP while Pop was in the hospital. He meets up with pick pocket Brody who is a carjacker as well. Sounds like someone the Guardians could use with their lucrative chop shop.

Besides things heating up between Red and Brody things are also heating up with dirty cop Brandt and the Devils and Vipers MCs. The Guardians are readying for an all-out war. They are all coming for the Guardians MC!!
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1,369 reviews25 followers
December 22, 2020
Red was the former VP of the Guardians of Mayhem four years ago when he was married to Pops daughter. Red and his wife got into an argument and she leaves the house mad and got into an accident. Pops blame him for her death and banish Red from his sight and the the club. Red had been blaming himself and licking his wound in the rocky mountains of Colorado ever since. It wasn't until The Devils of Destruction put the hit out on Pops and he was shot and in the hospital. Axle call him after Pops got shot and tell him to come back home, because they needed him so he went back to Edgewood.
Red realize that a whole lot have changed in the four that he left, a lot of new gangs of emerged and the Guardians is under whole lot of heat from law enforcement and different gangs that's trying to extinguish them. On his first day back he ran into office Brant who have been a real pain for the Guardians harassing this beautiful young woman in the parking lot of Club Max. Red introduced himself and she told told him her name was Brody. Red watch Brody trying to boost someone's car right before the officer came and interrupted and believe she would be an asset to Guardians car booster team. Brody is new to town from Cali. She read in the newspaper about the VP of a biker gang gang in Edgewood killed and that it would be a fun place for her to start over.
Brody is a jack of many trades. She's a master pickpocket and that's how she supports herself by stealing. Brody was scared of the officer not because he's law enforcement but there was something dark about him. However, there were something about Red that have her tingling in all the right places. She was attracted to him. They started working together and sparks fly and they explore said sparks. It was greasy, sweaty, wild and hot. As the relationship progresses Brody proves to Red that although she's trouble she's willing to take some risks for her man and her new crew that could give them a edge on the war between Devils of Destruction and The Vipers.

I received a free advanced early copy from the author via Bookfunnel and I am voluntarily
Profile Image for Kaye.
7,177 reviews71 followers
January 6, 2021
🌪️🌪️ONE EPICALLY INTENSE RIDE🌪️🌪️
Hounding hades! Hope winds it up and let's it spin with this turbulent tilt-a-whirl, breaking formations and setting the pace, divvying out some callous calculations, spine tingling lessons and ruthless pursuits, hooking you from start to finish, skyrocketing this gem to staggering heights. Ramping up the exuberance with this action packed, hard hitting, nailbiting, heart pounding, pulse racing, adrenaline pumping, block busting dynamo, laying waste and clearing out the trash, fusing this bad boy together seamlessly. Attributes and temperament in layer upon layer that you peel back with each page your drawn into this tangled web so thoroughly till everything else ceases to exist, secrets confessed, revelations unmasked and promises made, exhibiting the fierce quirks and defying bents, blasting this baby to life brilliantly. The attraction and chemistry ignites with such intoxicating intensity and boundless emotions, showcases the thrilling electricity and infinite affection, drawing our characters closer, binding them to one another perfectly. The characters are complex, genuine and realistic with traits and qualities that balance and blend, with amazing depth and diversity and enough spice to add an extra kick to the mix. Throw in 100% on point realism, raising the stakes with such graphic scenarios that are so colorfully descriptive and vividly detailed its like you're living it with them instead of on the sidelines, feeling everything the characters feel. Excellent job Hope, thanks for sharing this little treasure with us.
412 reviews2 followers
December 25, 2020
Hiding for four years in Colorado after the death of the love of his life Red is as far from Edgewood, NM as he can be. He receives a phone call that Pop the president of the Guardians has been shot and he immediately returns to Edgewood. As vice-president of the Guardians he is tasked with keeping the Guardians together while Pop gets better. Enter Brody, a girl with no home, she is a pickpocket and a car thief. He meets her his first night back in Edgewood. Hope Stone has done an outstanding job with these characters and settings. The excitement is building towards the war between the Guardians and the Vipers/Devils, you can feel the tension.

I received an advance review copy of this book from the author in exchange for my voluntary and honest opinion.
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2,369 reviews9 followers
January 2, 2021
Wow!! Things are heating up! Red is the former VP of the Guardians. He returns home after finding out about Pop being shot. He decides to take over for the Club until Pop is back on his feet. Red meets Brody the first night she’s in town. He saves her from an altercation between herself and Brandt. Brody joins Red and the crew and becomes import to their operation. Not only are things heating up between Brody and Red but the situation between the police, and all the MC is heating up too. The suspense in this series has really ramped up which keeps the pages turning. Things are closing in and it’s soon going to be a do or die situation. Can’t wait to read Shadow. I received an arc copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Profile Image for Susan Anderson.
1,033 reviews4 followers
December 26, 2020
This book brings us Red and Brody. Red left the Guardians, not because he wanted to, but because the love of his life, his wife and Pop's daughter died. Pop blamed him at the time. However, when Red finds out that Pop has been injured, he comes back without a second thought. On his way he meets Brody who is an expert in hot wiring cars, pickpocketing, etc. Red can't stop thinking about Brody and will do anything to keep her in Edgewood, and make her his own. However, Brody is a loose cannon and she finds herself in some trouble which Red has to get her out of. This series keeps getting better, and can't wait for the next read. I did receive an arc for an honest review.
Profile Image for Lauren.
6,131 reviews57 followers
February 20, 2021
First things first; I really like the cover of this book!
Red is the fifth book in the ‘’guardians of mayhem MC’’ series. This story is short, fast paced and action packed. I read this book in one sitting and was satisfied throughout. I found the writing style easy to follow, the characters likeable and the storyline enjoyable. After losing the love of his life, Red left town. Years later and Red is back in edgewood. When he meets a talented pickpocket, will he get a second chance at love?
The chemistry between Red and Brody is clear to see and I liked them together.
The storyline for this book is easy to follow and it is an enjoyable read. I cannot wait for more books from this series.
Profile Image for Candi Sellick.
2,512 reviews1 follower
April 3, 2022
Hiding for four years in Colorado after the death of the love of his life Red is as far from Edgewood, NM as he can be. He receives a phone call that Pop the president of the Guardians has been shot and he immediately returns to Edgewood. As vice-president of the Guardians he is tasked with keeping the Guardians together while Pop gets better. Enter Brody, a girl with no home, she is a pickpocket and a car thief. He meets her his first night back in Edgewood. Hope Stone has done an outstanding job with these characters and settings. The excitement is building towards the war between the Guardians and the Vipers/Devils, you can feel the tension.
1,397 reviews9 followers
December 27, 2020
I really enjoyed this story. It was about Red, a re-established member of the Guardians of Mayhem MC club who was getting over a previous heartbreak and Brody, a wild and crazy loner. The story was exciting and adventurous and had me hooked the whole time I was reading. I especially liked the fact that Brody was an adventurous female who didn't rely on anyone to help her. The author definitely left me anticipating the next story by the way this story ended and I can't wait to read that one as well.
3,265 reviews10 followers
January 1, 2021
Short, fast paced read. Red returns to the Guardians after Pops gets shot. He resumes his place as VP and brings in a spitfire to help the club. He met said spitfire on his return to town when she had broken into the car of a rival and was caught by the drunk sheriff. Red fell for Brody when he saw her but does she feel the same? Will he be able to convince her to stay and give them a shot. This was a great short story. There is a cliffhanger however.
I received this book for free and am voluntarilly leaving a review.
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4,554 reviews31 followers
December 22, 2020
This is another awesome addition to the Guardians of Mayhem Mc series. After a long absence, Red is called home to the aid of his club There’s a “new kid on the block”, Brody, that he’s instantly attracted to and the feeling is mutual. With her help, the club may be able to thwart the enemies. This is a short, thrilling read. I was very well entertained and looking forward the the next episode. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author and this is my honest review
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1,584 reviews4 followers
December 26, 2020
Talk about getting intense. The VP is back in town after being gone for four years. And his come back starts with a bang and keeps going. He rescues and newbie in town and she’s a nice sight but definitely has a crazy side. Will they be able to get a handle on the cops, viper and devils? Or will they be destroyed from all sides?

I received this as an arc and this is my honest and voluntary review.
523 reviews4 followers
December 27, 2020
OMG, the pace has been amped up! Red hears about Pop’s being shot by the opposition motorcycle club and returns from his exile back to the Guardians, and meets Brody, a seriously hot loose cannon. Chemistry is off the charts. Confrontations with corrupt cops, a threatened amplification of the ‘war’ between the rival MC groups... what is going to happen?. I can’t wait for the next instalment.
I received this book as an arc and this review is entirely voluntary.
2,761 reviews34 followers
December 27, 2020
Brody is a pick pocket, car thief, trouble with a capital T and Red loves her, and recruits her for their gang to work for them.
This was so dramatic and action packed. It's good to see behind the scenes of gang life and what goes on. Very well written, i just loved Red and Brody. They weren't over the top all over each other but the attraction was there. Very good book and excellent series!
This was an ARC and this is my honest review.
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652 reviews3 followers
December 25, 2020
This is the fifth book in the series and its about Red( the former VP and son in law to the president of the Guardian's. He heard about what happened to Pop and decided to come back and help. Then he met Broady and they became an item. The series is getting more interesting. Beautiful characters and well written and developed story. I received an ARC for my honest review
358 reviews3 followers
December 26, 2020
Brody comes to town thinking she’s just passing through. She meets Red and finds herself in the middle of the Guardians and all their drama. Brody and Red bond and help each other physically and when it counts in life. Hope Stone will leave you craving the next book in the Guardians of Mayhem series!

I received a copy of this book as an ARC Reviewer and am giving my honest opinion.
Profile Image for Scarolet Ellis.
7,445 reviews52 followers
December 28, 2020
Red: A Gritty MC Romance Series (Guardians Of Mayhem MC Book 5) by Hope Stone is a great story to read. This is book number five out of seven in this great series that I have really enjoyed reading. I recommend this story to everyone .

I read a complimentary Advanced Reader Copy of this book & am voluntarily leaving an honest and unbiased review.
Profile Image for Kathy Mccalmon.
3,721 reviews28 followers
December 22, 2020
This is book 5 in the guardians of Mayhem MC series. The series keeps getting better and better the stories keep getting more and more intense and suspenseful. looking forward to the last book to see what all this chaos becomes. I voluntarily reviewed this ARC
Profile Image for Lenora Price.
219 reviews
December 26, 2020
This series just gets better and better. Red has not been a staple in the series thus far as he has been out of town due to a painful incident. He is called back when the pres of GoM is shot. The story between Red and Brody is another good entry in this story.

This is an honest review of an ARC.
61 reviews
December 26, 2020
Living on the edge! Boyd’s a woman who lives life on the edge. She’s looking for excitement and adventure and that’s what she finds when she runs into Red and gets initiated into his MC.
1,945 reviews9 followers
December 28, 2020
Wow another amazing read from this author. I read the blurb and was instantly hooked. I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
850 reviews
January 17, 2021
Red and the gypsy

Reds is called back when pop is in the hospital. He meets his love when Officer Brant is proposing her. Sparks flow in this one.
24 reviews
January 19, 2021
Good story line but needs more depth and detail in story
Profile Image for Mary Bowers.
281 reviews1 follower
March 6, 2021
Wow

Brody is a hell cat that will keep Red on his toes for sure! Can't wait to read the next book to see what happens!
Profile Image for Brenda.
1,385 reviews
March 18, 2021
Better and better

These books get better with each installment.I
Really like d Red,And Brody is a breath of fresh air.Can’t wait to read next installment
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896 reviews2 followers
February 8, 2023
4⭐️

Red is one of my favorites.

Red & Brodi. 😍
491 reviews1 follower
May 6, 2023
pickpocket

Red was the prodigal son returning after learning his father in-law had been shot.
Brody was a pickpocket. They had instant attraction once meeting.
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