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A Loving Nip #24
Chomping on the Bullet
After being kicked out of his parents’ home at the age of fifteen due to being gay, Tony Harsnen always felt grateful that his older brother, Jerome, took him in. That’s what had urged him to work uber hard to make his own way. The last thing he wants to do is run back to his brother when he has a problem. Unfortunately, Tony has to put his pride aside for the needs of a friend.
When Tony helps his best friend, Shellie, escape her abusive ex-husband, he should have known that wouldn’t be the end of it. After the controlling bastard discovers Shellie is pregnant, he comes after her. Tony knows he can’t keep Shellie safe on his own, considering the man’s extensive network of just-as-abusive friends. Tony flees back to his brother’s side.
Tony is surprised to learn Jerome is in a relationship with a guy, but that’s not the biggest shock. His brother is living on a ranch…full of vampires. Not only that, but the second-in-command of the vampires, Kellan Harlon, expresses an interest in him. While Tony’s first instinct is to run, he resists. Shellie needs him, and Kellan and his vampires can keep them safe.
Will Tony give in to Kellan’s seduction before his need to bolt overrides his common sense?
When Tony helps his best friend, Shellie, escape her abusive ex-husband, he should have known that wouldn’t be the end of it. After the controlling bastard discovers Shellie is pregnant, he comes after her. Tony knows he can’t keep Shellie safe on his own, considering the man’s extensive network of just-as-abusive friends. Tony flees back to his brother’s side.
Tony is surprised to learn Jerome is in a relationship with a guy, but that’s not the biggest shock. His brother is living on a ranch…full of vampires. Not only that, but the second-in-command of the vampires, Kellan Harlon, expresses an interest in him. While Tony’s first instinct is to run, he resists. Shellie needs him, and Kellan and his vampires can keep them safe.
Will Tony give in to Kellan’s seduction before his need to bolt overrides his common sense?
74 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 12, 2021
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May 1, 2021
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Note: While this is the 24th book in this series, it can be read as a standalone. Some of the characters were featured in previous books, so slight spoilers for those books but it won’t impact the stories of each of the couples.
Tony is on the run with pregnant best friend Shellie. They are secretly on their way to what Tony hopes will be safety with Jerome, his brother. He is living on a ranch and after Tony and Shellie are attacked and their car breaks down, Tony has no choice but to contact him and ask for help and a pickup. He discovers that things have changed for his brother and their friend Stanton as well and both are now in relationships with men who also live on this same ranch.
Tony and Shellie are both wrung out from their ordeal. Shellie’s abusive ex is not willing to let her go after discover she is pregnant with his child. He’s got a long reach and both Tony and Shellie need the refuge offered by the men at the ranch. What Tony doesn’t expect is to feel a pull towards one of the men who rescue them, Kellan, who has taken a sudden and overwhelming liking to him 😉 He’s shocked about his brother being with a man and also the warmth with which he and Shellie are received. But then he realizes there is something not quite “normal” about Kellan. When it’s confirmed he’s a vampire, Tony is more than a little shocked.
While Jerome and Shellie and Stanton try to explain the new world in which Tony has found himself, he is nervous. And he doesn’t want to interact with Kellan at all. But Kellan and Shellie and Jerome come up with a plan because Kellan is miserable knowing his beloved is so close and yet won’t accept him. Their plan is a good one and Kellan is thrilled. Of course they can’t completely avoid the bad guys chasing them, but there are mountains for support for the whole group 🙂
So Tony and Shellie are BFFs which I really liked. Tony is obviously a good guy taking care of his abused pregnant friend. I liked his relationship with her and with Jerome. It was good to see some of the couples and characters from past books, including Taming War, Navigating the Vampire Maze and the previous book, Fighting for his Fox. This book of course follows the typical trope – fated mates finding each other, working through their difficulties and ultimately bonding. I felt like this one was a little short. I also wanted to hear more about Karina and Sheliie but we don’t see them too much. I’d also like to see more consequences for Barry, the evil ex, but maybe we’ll see it in an upcoming book. Overall, this was a quick fun read that doesn’t cover much new ground. For fans of this series, I think you’ll enjoy this short story of Tony and Kellan.
Note: While this is the 24th book in this series, it can be read as a standalone. Some of the characters were featured in previous books, so slight spoilers for those books but it won’t impact the stories of each of the couples.
Tony is on the run with pregnant best friend Shellie. They are secretly on their way to what Tony hopes will be safety with Jerome, his brother. He is living on a ranch and after Tony and Shellie are attacked and their car breaks down, Tony has no choice but to contact him and ask for help and a pickup. He discovers that things have changed for his brother and their friend Stanton as well and both are now in relationships with men who also live on this same ranch.
Tony and Shellie are both wrung out from their ordeal. Shellie’s abusive ex is not willing to let her go after discover she is pregnant with his child. He’s got a long reach and both Tony and Shellie need the refuge offered by the men at the ranch. What Tony doesn’t expect is to feel a pull towards one of the men who rescue them, Kellan, who has taken a sudden and overwhelming liking to him 😉 He’s shocked about his brother being with a man and also the warmth with which he and Shellie are received. But then he realizes there is something not quite “normal” about Kellan. When it’s confirmed he’s a vampire, Tony is more than a little shocked.
While Jerome and Shellie and Stanton try to explain the new world in which Tony has found himself, he is nervous. And he doesn’t want to interact with Kellan at all. But Kellan and Shellie and Jerome come up with a plan because Kellan is miserable knowing his beloved is so close and yet won’t accept him. Their plan is a good one and Kellan is thrilled. Of course they can’t completely avoid the bad guys chasing them, but there are mountains for support for the whole group 🙂
So Tony and Shellie are BFFs which I really liked. Tony is obviously a good guy taking care of his abused pregnant friend. I liked his relationship with her and with Jerome. It was good to see some of the couples and characters from past books, including Taming War, Navigating the Vampire Maze and the previous book, Fighting for his Fox. This book of course follows the typical trope – fated mates finding each other, working through their difficulties and ultimately bonding. I felt like this one was a little short. I also wanted to hear more about Karina and Sheliie but we don’t see them too much. I’d also like to see more consequences for Barry, the evil ex, but maybe we’ll see it in an upcoming book. Overall, this was a quick fun read that doesn’t cover much new ground. For fans of this series, I think you’ll enjoy this short story of Tony and Kellan.
June 30, 2021
Looking out for love
When Tony runs to his brother, looking for shelter for himself and his pregnant best friend from her abusive ex husband, he doesn't expect to find a ranch full of vampires and an entire paranormal world opening up. Tony has been working hard to look out for his best friend but when things get dangerous he knows he needs help, despite wanting to keep his family out of it. His brother took him in when his parents kicked him out, so Tony hates dragging him into this mess. But when vampires are the solution Tony wants to keep running. His automatic reaction to vampire Kellan scares him even more than the idea of blood loss does, so he tries to stay away. But his family and friends want the world for him so everyone works to make sure that Kaplan and Tony can find their way to each other. An amusing and sweet story with several pairings and the usual fun sexy times!
When Tony runs to his brother, looking for shelter for himself and his pregnant best friend from her abusive ex husband, he doesn't expect to find a ranch full of vampires and an entire paranormal world opening up. Tony has been working hard to look out for his best friend but when things get dangerous he knows he needs help, despite wanting to keep his family out of it. His brother took him in when his parents kicked him out, so Tony hates dragging him into this mess. But when vampires are the solution Tony wants to keep running. His automatic reaction to vampire Kellan scares him even more than the idea of blood loss does, so he tries to stay away. But his family and friends want the world for him so everyone works to make sure that Kaplan and Tony can find their way to each other. An amusing and sweet story with several pairings and the usual fun sexy times!
March 15, 2021
I enjoyed this book along with all of the supporting characters. Tony was so cute and I liked watching him learn about vampires and the paranormal. Kellan (vampire) was Tony's beloved and it took a bit of time for Tony to accept everything. Nicely written and a very enjoyable story. I also like it when other couples find their mates also along with the two main characters. Fun and steamy.
March 12, 2021
Amazing
Another amazing book! I can't wait to see if Sheriff Diloan gets a mate. Each book gets better and better. Charlie Richards is an amazing story teller!
Another amazing book! I can't wait to see if Sheriff Diloan gets a mate. Each book gets better and better. Charlie Richards is an amazing story teller!
March 14, 2021
Great read
As always Loved it can't wait for more from this series charlie Richards writing is always a must read
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As always Loved it can't wait for more from this series charlie Richards writing is always a must read
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March 29, 2021
HUH
What happened to Barry??? The book was a good read, but really need a bit more. Hope Barry got what he deserved.
What happened to Barry??? The book was a good read, but really need a bit more. Hope Barry got what he deserved.
April 7, 2021
The only issues I have with these stories is just as you get to the end, you never really find out the rest of the good stuff. It just ends, so you never know of the fight that would have happened.
May 4, 2021
Friends
Two matings for the price of one. A good story of old friends and new and forming bonds and trust. The first battle is over but there is definitely more on the way
Two matings for the price of one. A good story of old friends and new and forming bonds and trust. The first battle is over but there is definitely more on the way
August 30, 2021
Quick HEA
Another quick read in the author's usual style. No angst, fated mates revisiting previous couples. Never disappointed by one yet.
Another quick read in the author's usual style. No angst, fated mates revisiting previous couples. Never disappointed by one yet.
July 14, 2024
So -- my epic re-read journey is continuing. I am reading the 4 series that make up the Stone Ridge World in order of creation. I really love Charlie's writing and the stories, but they drifted down to short stories and novellas early in the series. Shorter and shorter, for the same amount of $$$. Most hit the 3/5 level while others edge to the 2/5 because they have holes or little plot. I am finding that more and more, these books as individuals leave a lot to be desired. Fortunately - since I have bought all of these (yes -all 190 some - sigh - do not do the math) I can binge read and it becomes much more. So on the last 25% of them.
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