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Ruthless Sinners MC #4
Widow's Undoing
Frankie Sullivan was everything I wasn’t.
She was good, beautiful and strong.
She hadn’t let her past break her.
She’d held on to the hope for a better tomorrow, not only for herself but for her two boys.
She was a woman who wanted...who deserved more.
I wasn’t a man who could give more.
I was cold, broken and full of rage.
My past had broken me.
I never allowed anyone get too close.
I’d tried to fight the pull I felt towards her.
But all the little things—her smile, her light, the feel of her skin on mine—drew me in.
It was all the little things that would become my undoing.
She was good, beautiful and strong.
She hadn’t let her past break her.
She’d held on to the hope for a better tomorrow, not only for herself but for her two boys.
She was a woman who wanted...who deserved more.
I wasn’t a man who could give more.
I was cold, broken and full of rage.
My past had broken me.
I never allowed anyone get too close.
I’d tried to fight the pull I felt towards her.
But all the little things—her smile, her light, the feel of her skin on mine—drew me in.
It was all the little things that would become my undoing.
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Published March 23, 2021
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March 28, 2021
Widow’s Undoing was the fourth book in the Ruthless Sinners MC series by L Wilder.
Widow was a patched member. He was quiet, fierce, and formidable. His road name stemmed from the black widow, and he lived it well.
Frankie Sullivan was a divorced single mother to two boys. She finally divorced her ex after years of both physical and mental abuse. She was strong, independent and a momma bear to her sons.
Frankie and Widow met when her car broke down. They had no real reason to see each other again but their paths kept crossing and the sparks were persistent.
I enjoyed the storyline and the development. For those with triggers, it may set off a few since the ex was still a large part of their lives. It wasn’t for the faint of heart and hard to see at times. I also enjoyed Widow. He was your typical alpha biker that avoided relationships but had a soft side that only the h and her boys could bring out. The mixture was sexy.
And true to form for the series, there was a suspenseful vibe that kept me turning the pages. The storyline wrapped up for the MC conflict so I’m curious where Wilder will take us next for the series. We still have several options to explore so I can’t wait to see who’s next.
Widow was a patched member. He was quiet, fierce, and formidable. His road name stemmed from the black widow, and he lived it well.
Frankie Sullivan was a divorced single mother to two boys. She finally divorced her ex after years of both physical and mental abuse. She was strong, independent and a momma bear to her sons.
Frankie and Widow met when her car broke down. They had no real reason to see each other again but their paths kept crossing and the sparks were persistent.
I enjoyed the storyline and the development. For those with triggers, it may set off a few since the ex was still a large part of their lives. It wasn’t for the faint of heart and hard to see at times. I also enjoyed Widow. He was your typical alpha biker that avoided relationships but had a soft side that only the h and her boys could bring out. The mixture was sexy.
And true to form for the series, there was a suspenseful vibe that kept me turning the pages. The storyline wrapped up for the MC conflict so I’m curious where Wilder will take us next for the series. We still have several options to explore so I can’t wait to see who’s next.
March 22, 2021
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March 23, 2021
Wow! I want to describe this book but words ALMOST fail me. Clear my throat. My chest is tight with emotions. Tears are in my eyes. I am guessing I am wearing my sad face as I think about the scars of child and spousal abuse. This story stays true to the darkness of those themes but it shows the beautiful messiness of resiliency.
Yes I am saying Widow and Frankie have an emotional tale to tell. They have not had an easy journey but they have learned to come out the other side after experiencing a traumatic past. Sob. As I travel down this telling at times I want to stand up and cheer for these characters tenacity, other times I want to give them a big hug, and probably my most passionate response is wanting to defend previous wrongs .
Widow takes me into my beloved MC World. Sigh. It is my all time favorite genre. This story does not disappoint with the right amount of angst. When you add in the steamy moments you would think that would be enough to call this perfection. It wasn’t. I will tell you why in a minute.
Frankie brings her own challenges to the table. Learning to find herself after a toxic marriage and messy divorce. As I am a mom of two grown sons, Frankie’s love for boys makes me feel nostalgic.
So what do I loved most? It is how Frankie and Widow find acceptance from past injustices. Eek wanted to dance for joy. It truly wasn’t about forgiveness. It was about seeing the past for what it was, learning from it and making a better future.
Plan for a beautiful, intense, sexy love story. Happy Reading Everyone! XOXO
Yes I am saying Widow and Frankie have an emotional tale to tell. They have not had an easy journey but they have learned to come out the other side after experiencing a traumatic past. Sob. As I travel down this telling at times I want to stand up and cheer for these characters tenacity, other times I want to give them a big hug, and probably my most passionate response is wanting to defend previous wrongs .
Widow takes me into my beloved MC World. Sigh. It is my all time favorite genre. This story does not disappoint with the right amount of angst. When you add in the steamy moments you would think that would be enough to call this perfection. It wasn’t. I will tell you why in a minute.
Frankie brings her own challenges to the table. Learning to find herself after a toxic marriage and messy divorce. As I am a mom of two grown sons, Frankie’s love for boys makes me feel nostalgic.
So what do I loved most? It is how Frankie and Widow find acceptance from past injustices. Eek wanted to dance for joy. It truly wasn’t about forgiveness. It was about seeing the past for what it was, learning from it and making a better future.
Plan for a beautiful, intense, sexy love story. Happy Reading Everyone! XOXO
March 30, 2021
Excellent
This is an excellent read that is a sweet romance while having lots of intense MC action. Definitely a book I recommend.
This is an excellent read that is a sweet romance while having lots of intense MC action. Definitely a book I recommend.
April 2, 2021
This story delves into edgier topics and traumatic events experienced by Frankie and Widow. This is an emotionally gripping story with heartache, redemption and love all woven together. Frankie, her sons and even Widow have survived abuse. They are all survivors and come out stronger for what they have suffered. I love Widow and his values and protective streak. Will they be able to help heal each other from past traumas?
April 1, 2021
We are really enjoying this series! The story was heartfelt and filled with emotion had a slow burn romance and a bit of MC drama that the MC did not see coming.
We really loved Willow he was kind and compassionate and give sage advice to both Frankie and her children without breaking the kids trust or vise versa. There is no question that Willow is scary dangerous but, we saw another side of Willow this time around one that although he might out right deny that he was craving some of what his brothers had found. Willow is carrying around some hefty demons that have been dictating his happiness for some time but, one look at Frankie, and he was unable to get the brown hair haired beauty off his mind.
Frankie was a sweetheart and independent women raising two boys on her own. Frankie also comes with a ton of baggage and abusive ex all the while trying to heal from her own abusive past, run a business and try and do the best she can to keep her children happy. We loved the fact that she and Willow could relate, and we felt both were open and honest about their past, and it's one of the reasons Willow connected so well with both Frankie and with her children.
Overall we enjoyed the slow burn story that happened to be a leap of faith for both characters. The characters were awesome and easy to enjoy. My only complaint would be that I just did not feel that fiery passion between this couple. But, for this couple we believe fate intervened and gave a new lease on life for an entire family and through healing and love Willow to was able to move on from his own demons striving for the happiness he didn't think he deserved.
We really loved Willow he was kind and compassionate and give sage advice to both Frankie and her children without breaking the kids trust or vise versa. There is no question that Willow is scary dangerous but, we saw another side of Willow this time around one that although he might out right deny that he was craving some of what his brothers had found. Willow is carrying around some hefty demons that have been dictating his happiness for some time but, one look at Frankie, and he was unable to get the brown hair haired beauty off his mind.
Frankie was a sweetheart and independent women raising two boys on her own. Frankie also comes with a ton of baggage and abusive ex all the while trying to heal from her own abusive past, run a business and try and do the best she can to keep her children happy. We loved the fact that she and Willow could relate, and we felt both were open and honest about their past, and it's one of the reasons Willow connected so well with both Frankie and with her children.
Overall we enjoyed the slow burn story that happened to be a leap of faith for both characters. The characters were awesome and easy to enjoy. My only complaint would be that I just did not feel that fiery passion between this couple. But, for this couple we believe fate intervened and gave a new lease on life for an entire family and through healing and love Willow to was able to move on from his own demons striving for the happiness he didn't think he deserved.
April 25, 2021
Single mom and the biker. I loved how Widow was able to help heal the family himself at the same time. I was happy to get an epilogue, love seeing glimpses of the future. The suspense was good too. I want to know what happened with Widow's house?!
August 5, 2021
3 stars
I read this 2 weeks ago but I'm already starting to forget most of it. It was alright. A good pass time but truly, it was less than average.
I read this 2 weeks ago but I'm already starting to forget most of it. It was alright. A good pass time but truly, it was less than average.
March 22, 2021
L Wilder adds another great addition to her Ruthless Sinners series with Widow's Undoing!
Widow and Frankie were of a kind. This couple each came from a history of abuse, making their shared similar experiences and intuitive understanding of each other the very things that enabled them to open up to each other and to the possibilities they had cut themselves off in the past. This was a touching romance with the interactions between this pair bouncing between awkward, sweet and full on steamy. The battle Widow and Frankie encountered in feeling drawn to each other yet carrying the weight of their past was depicted well. Seeing this couple build each other up was moving and heartwarming. Standing out, Widow's exchanges with Frankie's sons were seemingly effortless even while carrying so much significance. A wonderful secondary cast offered insight and depth to an already solid story.
When you begin a L. Wilder book it is like opening the door home, her tough bikers give the best book hugs that keep her readers coming back for more! As to be expected this author shared the two sides of her bikers in Widow's Undoing, the brotherhood and the civilian. With an uncanny ability she realistically managed to balance her bikers' ruthless brutality against their softer sides for remarkable portrayals. L.Wilder keeps her plots impossible to put down with the perfect combination of compassionate personal stories intertwined with club intrigue. Widow's Undoing hit the pages at full speed for another not to be missed L.Wilder amazing ride!
*I was given an advanced copy. All opinions expressed are my own. *
*While part of a series this book can be read as a stand alone.*
Widow and Frankie were of a kind. This couple each came from a history of abuse, making their shared similar experiences and intuitive understanding of each other the very things that enabled them to open up to each other and to the possibilities they had cut themselves off in the past. This was a touching romance with the interactions between this pair bouncing between awkward, sweet and full on steamy. The battle Widow and Frankie encountered in feeling drawn to each other yet carrying the weight of their past was depicted well. Seeing this couple build each other up was moving and heartwarming. Standing out, Widow's exchanges with Frankie's sons were seemingly effortless even while carrying so much significance. A wonderful secondary cast offered insight and depth to an already solid story.
When you begin a L. Wilder book it is like opening the door home, her tough bikers give the best book hugs that keep her readers coming back for more! As to be expected this author shared the two sides of her bikers in Widow's Undoing, the brotherhood and the civilian. With an uncanny ability she realistically managed to balance her bikers' ruthless brutality against their softer sides for remarkable portrayals. L.Wilder keeps her plots impossible to put down with the perfect combination of compassionate personal stories intertwined with club intrigue. Widow's Undoing hit the pages at full speed for another not to be missed L.Wilder amazing ride!
*I was given an advanced copy. All opinions expressed are my own. *
*While part of a series this book can be read as a stand alone.*
March 30, 2021
4.50 Stars
What an awesome read. I loved Widow and Frankie together. This story was a bit hard to read especially the beginning part, but once I got into it I couldn't stop reading.
Frankie was a divorced mother with two kids. Her boys are her life, but she left her husband due to him being abusive with her and her kids. And even though he is still in their lives (I didn't understand how a judge could allow that) she did the best she could for her boys.
Then one night she and her son got stuck along the road with a flat and that's how she meets Roman/Widow. In the beginning he seemed a bit intimidating but the more her son spoke to him the more she could see he wanted to help. From there it feels like her whole life changed.
Widow didn't have a happy childhood and that's why he feels like he is not the right man for Frankie and her kids, but the more time he spends with her and her kids he just couldn't walk away. But life isn't always easy. A Club with an enemy they don't know anything about and an abusive ex its not an easy road. Will Widow hang in there and give Frankie a chance or will he just walk away?
Lots of action, drama, suspense. I loved it. The suspense part is what drew me in. I loved that they had an enemy they didn't know and it took them a while to figure it out. Frankie and her boys were too sweet and definitely captured me. Widow I knew he would be exactly what they needed in their lives ❤😊Looking forward to more of this authors stories and the can't wait to read the next on in this series ❤😊
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Fay's Corner
What an awesome read. I loved Widow and Frankie together. This story was a bit hard to read especially the beginning part, but once I got into it I couldn't stop reading.
Frankie was a divorced mother with two kids. Her boys are her life, but she left her husband due to him being abusive with her and her kids. And even though he is still in their lives (I didn't understand how a judge could allow that) she did the best she could for her boys.
Then one night she and her son got stuck along the road with a flat and that's how she meets Roman/Widow. In the beginning he seemed a bit intimidating but the more her son spoke to him the more she could see he wanted to help. From there it feels like her whole life changed.
Widow didn't have a happy childhood and that's why he feels like he is not the right man for Frankie and her kids, but the more time he spends with her and her kids he just couldn't walk away. But life isn't always easy. A Club with an enemy they don't know anything about and an abusive ex its not an easy road. Will Widow hang in there and give Frankie a chance or will he just walk away?
Lots of action, drama, suspense. I loved it. The suspense part is what drew me in. I loved that they had an enemy they didn't know and it took them a while to figure it out. Frankie and her boys were too sweet and definitely captured me. Widow I knew he would be exactly what they needed in their lives ❤😊Looking forward to more of this authors stories and the can't wait to read the next on in this series ❤😊
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Fay's Corner
June 27, 2022
I like the story...
but
There's way too much telling and not enough showing.
Within a page, the story skips through like weeks. Or a week. I can't remember. Still, you get my point.
Also, I was a wee bit confused with the timeline. That may be because of all the telling us about things or I'm just dense and didn't realize it.
Not only that, but also the timeline is a little sketchy. Or I missed something? idunno.
In the beginning of the book, there's a situation that ends in fisticuffs. Skip ahead a few chapters and what seems like weeks have passed (or I assumed) and that situation is mentioned as though it happened the night prior.
It all was just a little... murky.
Initially, I thought it had been weeks. That after meeting Frankie, Widow had spent days trying to push her out of his head and move on. But after that, I realized that it hadn't even been 24 hours. Or it had? I'm still not quite sure.
Still, I liked the story, or where it was going (haven't finished it yet).
I will eventually finish this, but I took a short siesta from it to read something else because... well because I'm a fickle b---h.
Anyways.
To be continued...
but
There's way too much telling and not enough showing.
Within a page, the story skips through like weeks. Or a week. I can't remember. Still, you get my point.
Also, I was a wee bit confused with the timeline. That may be because of all the telling us about things or I'm just dense and didn't realize it.
Not only that, but also the timeline is a little sketchy. Or I missed something? idunno.
In the beginning of the book, there's a situation that ends in fisticuffs. Skip ahead a few chapters and what seems like weeks have passed (or I assumed) and that situation is mentioned as though it happened the night prior.
It all was just a little... murky.
Initially, I thought it had been weeks. That after meeting Frankie, Widow had spent days trying to push her out of his head and move on. But after that, I realized that it hadn't even been 24 hours. Or it had? I'm still not quite sure.
Still, I liked the story, or where it was going (haven't finished it yet).
I will eventually finish this, but I took a short siesta from it to read something else because... well because I'm a fickle b---h.
Anyways.
To be continued...
March 22, 2021
Loved This Book!!
Wow!! This author wasn’t afraid to go into some dark places namely spousal and child abuse. Widow figured he was damaged beyond repair with the father that he lived with. The Ruthless Sinners only saw the man, the brother with a love for his club. Frankie was a divorced woman with two boys was strong enough to leave her abuser but with two children the boys’ father was still in their lives and it did nothing but mess them up even after the divorce.
One a chance meeting with Frankie and one of her sons parked along the side of the road with a flat tire her knight in shining armor showed up and helped them out. Sure she was afraid of the big bad biker but that didn’t stop her also noticing how hot and helpful he actually was.
I loved the connection that Widow/Roman had with Frankie’s boys and the way he helped them deal with their abusive father. During this whole book I needed tissues at times because the trauma all of them dealt with was heartbreaking. I also loved the fact that Frankie was a strong woman whose first concern was her boys.
During all of this the club went to war with the unknown people who were taking their members down one by one. This was truly a great addition to this series.
Wow!! This author wasn’t afraid to go into some dark places namely spousal and child abuse. Widow figured he was damaged beyond repair with the father that he lived with. The Ruthless Sinners only saw the man, the brother with a love for his club. Frankie was a divorced woman with two boys was strong enough to leave her abuser but with two children the boys’ father was still in their lives and it did nothing but mess them up even after the divorce.
One a chance meeting with Frankie and one of her sons parked along the side of the road with a flat tire her knight in shining armor showed up and helped them out. Sure she was afraid of the big bad biker but that didn’t stop her also noticing how hot and helpful he actually was.
I loved the connection that Widow/Roman had with Frankie’s boys and the way he helped them deal with their abusive father. During this whole book I needed tissues at times because the trauma all of them dealt with was heartbreaking. I also loved the fact that Frankie was a strong woman whose first concern was her boys.
During all of this the club went to war with the unknown people who were taking their members down one by one. This was truly a great addition to this series.
March 20, 2021
* * I HAD BEEN GIVEN AN ADVANCE READERS COPY IN EXCHANGE FOR MY HONEST REVIEW * *
I have a great soft spot for Single mom, MC bad boys who don't think they need anyone permanently in their loves and teenagers who think they know everything.
There is so much going on in this book that makes you want to keep going. I have not been dissapointed in any book by Mz. Wilder and I don't think I would ever be at this point.
Widow, has gone through so much trauma when he was younger and it ended with him not getting the closure he really needed to move on and carries that anger around in his day to day life. Then a chance meeting sucks into feelings he didnt want to look into.
Frankie is a strong single mom who took every last bit of her strength and walked out with her boys to get everyone to safety. An Ex who always threatens to hit her and kill her more and more.
Frankie and her boys bring Widow into their world and help him get the closure he didn't know he needed. In return he gives them the security that they didn't know they needed.
I like when the Hero and his leading lady have similar issues but they have different ways to work through it.
I do reccomend this book and this series!
-Ashton
I have a great soft spot for Single mom, MC bad boys who don't think they need anyone permanently in their loves and teenagers who think they know everything.
There is so much going on in this book that makes you want to keep going. I have not been dissapointed in any book by Mz. Wilder and I don't think I would ever be at this point.
Widow, has gone through so much trauma when he was younger and it ended with him not getting the closure he really needed to move on and carries that anger around in his day to day life. Then a chance meeting sucks into feelings he didnt want to look into.
Frankie is a strong single mom who took every last bit of her strength and walked out with her boys to get everyone to safety. An Ex who always threatens to hit her and kill her more and more.
Frankie and her boys bring Widow into their world and help him get the closure he didn't know he needed. In return he gives them the security that they didn't know they needed.
I like when the Hero and his leading lady have similar issues but they have different ways to work through it.
I do reccomend this book and this series!
-Ashton
June 19, 2022
Another winner from L. Wilder. I love her MC books. This is a about a rough, tough bad boy biker who's controlled by his short fuse.....
Name's Widow. He got it from his father who used to beat him and his Mother. She didn't have the guts to leave him. Think he uses his Father's temper as an excuse to take it out on people who step out of line. It's also why he doesn't plan to ever have an old lady.
Frankie is now a divorced Mom to two sons. An owner of a coffee shop and the ex wife of an abuser. She had the guts to leave him. Their biggest problem is he still gets the kids every other weekend and he still tries to tell her how she is going to live her life.
When Widow and Frankie meet and he finds out about her ex. He realized she is still a happy go lucky girl. She had a messed up marriage but it doesn't control her life but she "Chooses" to be happy. Can these two get over all the past hurts and who is out to harm the club now?
Name's Widow. He got it from his father who used to beat him and his Mother. She didn't have the guts to leave him. Think he uses his Father's temper as an excuse to take it out on people who step out of line. It's also why he doesn't plan to ever have an old lady.
Frankie is now a divorced Mom to two sons. An owner of a coffee shop and the ex wife of an abuser. She had the guts to leave him. Their biggest problem is he still gets the kids every other weekend and he still tries to tell her how she is going to live her life.
When Widow and Frankie meet and he finds out about her ex. He realized she is still a happy go lucky girl. She had a messed up marriage but it doesn't control her life but she "Chooses" to be happy. Can these two get over all the past hurts and who is out to harm the club now?
March 23, 2021
L. Wilder has outdone herself this time. The best in the series so far.
Widow is hiding a huge heart under his gruff exterior.
“I thought black widows were females. Like aren’t they known for eating their mates, and that’s why they are called black widows?”
“Then, why would your brothers call you Widow?”
“Because over the years they’ve learned I’ve got a pretty vicious bite.” I couldn’t help but give her a small smirk as I continued, “And because I’m secure in my manhood.”
Frankie us a single Mom starting over after a bad break up.
“So, we’re two broken souls. Do you really think you and I could ever make this thing work?”
I love Widow and Frankie’s chemistry and slow scorching romance.
Some serious stuff going on but Country is always the comic relief.
“The party has arrived.” Country scanned the room as he chuckled, “And it looks like I arrived just in time.”
You don’t want to miss this one!!
Widow is hiding a huge heart under his gruff exterior.
“I thought black widows were females. Like aren’t they known for eating their mates, and that’s why they are called black widows?”
“Then, why would your brothers call you Widow?”
“Because over the years they’ve learned I’ve got a pretty vicious bite.” I couldn’t help but give her a small smirk as I continued, “And because I’m secure in my manhood.”
Frankie us a single Mom starting over after a bad break up.
“So, we’re two broken souls. Do you really think you and I could ever make this thing work?”
I love Widow and Frankie’s chemistry and slow scorching romance.
Some serious stuff going on but Country is always the comic relief.
“The party has arrived.” Country scanned the room as he chuckled, “And it looks like I arrived just in time.”
You don’t want to miss this one!!
March 28, 2021
Once again, I feel like I’ve found another L. Wilder leading man to love. But who wouldn’t love a man who comes from a childhood full of bad memories and pain and yet grows into a good guy despite that? One who is patient and kind and very protective of those he cares about. All of that describes Widow. And I loved his journey to happiness with Frankie.
In general, I loved Frankie too. She was a good mom; she runs the kind of business I’d love to spend all day in (a coffee shop) and she has an open mind which made it possible for her and Widow to be together.
The storyline was extremely entertaining. It was the kind that you quickly find yourself wrapped up in and before you know it the story is over. But you’re satisfied at the end. I was not only satisfied but am excited and hoping that there are more Ruthless Sinner books to come.
March 20, 2021
Omg Widow has to be by far my most favorite. He did things to me that only he as given. Like omg you have just nailed him and I want more 😍😍😍😍
Widow had a hard life growing up that made him the mad he was.
Frankie was a single mum of two boys and owned her own coffee shop.
Widow stopped to help Frankie with a flat tire, the moment he laid eyes on her he was gone.
The moment Widow started coming around Frankie's he started to change and at first he hated it. Didnt like always thinking about her, it ended up getting the better of him and just gave in.
The sexy alphaness that Widow gave off had you swooning all over the place.
Frankie stood no chance of turning Widow down. As soon as he was near her she swooned.
The way Widow made Frankies kids be like his that was it for me.
Widow had a hard life growing up that made him the mad he was.
Frankie was a single mum of two boys and owned her own coffee shop.
Widow stopped to help Frankie with a flat tire, the moment he laid eyes on her he was gone.
The moment Widow started coming around Frankie's he started to change and at first he hated it. Didnt like always thinking about her, it ended up getting the better of him and just gave in.
The sexy alphaness that Widow gave off had you swooning all over the place.
Frankie stood no chance of turning Widow down. As soon as he was near her she swooned.
The way Widow made Frankies kids be like his that was it for me.
March 23, 2021
Widow was nearly my undoing, a story that takes us on an emotional ride that is confronting, gritty, heartfelt and at times heart wrenching. Two people who have had their souls damaged, been knocked down and have the scars inside and out to prove it are drawn to each other the moment their eyes meet. One wants to take a chance and one wants to pull away due to the fear and the words that still haunt him. As the chemistry drags these two together like a moth to a flame, all the broken pieces will start to align and the connection will be unbreakable. A story of pain, passion, healing and understanding. Widow and Frankie will grab hold with the intensity of their story and find their way deep under your skin.
January 7, 2023
Widow & Frankie!
A really great read. The storyline was exciting, emotional and so entertaining. I loved Widow and Frankie, they were so cute together and made a great couple. And I loved the secondary characters, they are all endearing in their own ways. Overall a nice, easy read.
A really great read. The storyline was exciting, emotional and so entertaining. I loved Widow and Frankie, they were so cute together and made a great couple. And I loved the secondary characters, they are all endearing in their own ways. Overall a nice, easy read.
March 23, 2021
L. Wilder has knocked it out of the park with this one. Strap in and hold on tight. This angsty, gritty, love story will break your heart and then mend it.
Everytime I think her stories can't get any better, boom, she out does herself. This story was a little darker then her others and I loved it. I hope she keeps going in this direction because she is fantastic with the dark and twisted.
Everytime I think her stories can't get any better, boom, she out does herself. This story was a little darker then her others and I loved it. I hope she keeps going in this direction because she is fantastic with the dark and twisted.
July 1, 2023
This was a great addition to the series and a real page turner. I loved the action in this book and seeing how the brotherhood in the mc work together. Can’t wait to see more of cowboy. I thought the relationship between the characters was well built up and I loved the interactions with the kids.
June 28, 2022
Descent story & read the entire series
Reviewing the whole series here
As a whole there are so many CONTINUITY issues with all books in series . Like the author fails to research certain things like going fishing in a pond in Kentucky and they catch BREEM?. which is sea & fresh river water fish indigenous to the Mediterranean not a INLAND POND in Kentucky with no outlet or tributary connection to sea or rivers .. and there are other inaccuracies, contradictory parts in storyline, the author forgets the story she just told then alters how things went down like for example in one book #7 I think.. one MFC is in witness protection name is Parker and uses fake name Aubrey so a couple of the guys fake Parker’s death, and legitimatize Aubrey’s new identity and in book 8 the author has the characters and the MMC calling her PARKER. Even though only a few of the MCclub know the truth of her identity and the females in book 8 are calling her Parker instead of Aubrey yet they only know her as Aubrey they don’t even know who Parker is except that they saw some random news story of a “Parker” committed suicide no one recognizes Aubrey as Parker cause she is older and looks completely different that the news story image so why are they calling her “Parker”. See it’s stuff like this that the author does is UNBELIEVABLY ANNOYING! And it’s obvious the author can’t remember her own storylines for the 1-4th chapters to near the end of book 19-25 chapters let alone the previous book! She forgets the story she just told. And gets it all wrong in the next book. Sad. This series has potential to be really good. But falls short in consistency! The author desperately needs a good alpha reader to catch inaccuracies & continuity issues! I would volunteer myself but I’m already alpha & beta reading for several other authors, and I get the distinct feeling I’d be overwhelmed by this authors constant continuity issues, in fact the other consistency is her inability to be consistent!
Do not read below this, if you don’t like emotional triggers
the last book in this series has rape triggers and no closure
One of the dancers at stilettos is raped and badly beaten, another girl is also beaten and the bartender is nearly killed in a purposeful “accident” caused by one of the many the MC’s enemies ….. and the author has 2 mentions of the attacks in the whole book and never mentions the victims ever again. It is like the author forgot about the 3 women. They go to the hospital and they are never mentioned ever again .. yes the bad guys are caught in the end justice is made (won’t tell you how). But none of the MC clubs ol’ ladies .. ever go to visit the 3 women in hospital no flowers no nothing! It’s like no one cares these 3 women were attacked the guys are soooo angry “THEIR GIRLS” were attacked hurt they don’t help them other then get them to hospital and then they are abandoned like no responsibility whatsoever! It’s sick. These guys in ruthless sinner’s are supposed to be caring loyal & protective of all their women (even their dancers) and yet these 3 women are completely abandoned and while the MC guys got the bad guys in the end .. the 3 women were never mentioned ever again and this is the last final book # 9 Also the rapist kidnapped one of the wives and had her for a couple days. And they raped and beat two girls but not the wife? Hmmm? Nope not buying it. Bad outcome. Not so great writing this series could have been great, if it was well written. I cared about the characters I cared about the story. But the author failed to live up to her own hype!
Reviewing the whole series here
As a whole there are so many CONTINUITY issues with all books in series . Like the author fails to research certain things like going fishing in a pond in Kentucky and they catch BREEM?. which is sea & fresh river water fish indigenous to the Mediterranean not a INLAND POND in Kentucky with no outlet or tributary connection to sea or rivers .. and there are other inaccuracies, contradictory parts in storyline, the author forgets the story she just told then alters how things went down like for example in one book #7 I think.. one MFC is in witness protection name is Parker and uses fake name Aubrey so a couple of the guys fake Parker’s death, and legitimatize Aubrey’s new identity and in book 8 the author has the characters and the MMC calling her PARKER. Even though only a few of the MCclub know the truth of her identity and the females in book 8 are calling her Parker instead of Aubrey yet they only know her as Aubrey they don’t even know who Parker is except that they saw some random news story of a “Parker” committed suicide no one recognizes Aubrey as Parker cause she is older and looks completely different that the news story image so why are they calling her “Parker”. See it’s stuff like this that the author does is UNBELIEVABLY ANNOYING! And it’s obvious the author can’t remember her own storylines for the 1-4th chapters to near the end of book 19-25 chapters let alone the previous book! She forgets the story she just told. And gets it all wrong in the next book. Sad. This series has potential to be really good. But falls short in consistency! The author desperately needs a good alpha reader to catch inaccuracies & continuity issues! I would volunteer myself but I’m already alpha & beta reading for several other authors, and I get the distinct feeling I’d be overwhelmed by this authors constant continuity issues, in fact the other consistency is her inability to be consistent!
Do not read below this, if you don’t like emotional triggers
the last book in this series has rape triggers and no closure
One of the dancers at stilettos is raped and badly beaten, another girl is also beaten and the bartender is nearly killed in a purposeful “accident” caused by one of the many the MC’s enemies ….. and the author has 2 mentions of the attacks in the whole book and never mentions the victims ever again. It is like the author forgot about the 3 women. They go to the hospital and they are never mentioned ever again .. yes the bad guys are caught in the end justice is made (won’t tell you how). But none of the MC clubs ol’ ladies .. ever go to visit the 3 women in hospital no flowers no nothing! It’s like no one cares these 3 women were attacked the guys are soooo angry “THEIR GIRLS” were attacked hurt they don’t help them other then get them to hospital and then they are abandoned like no responsibility whatsoever! It’s sick. These guys in ruthless sinner’s are supposed to be caring loyal & protective of all their women (even their dancers) and yet these 3 women are completely abandoned and while the MC guys got the bad guys in the end .. the 3 women were never mentioned ever again and this is the last final book # 9 Also the rapist kidnapped one of the wives and had her for a couple days. And they raped and beat two girls but not the wife? Hmmm? Nope not buying it. Bad outcome. Not so great writing this series could have been great, if it was well written. I cared about the characters I cared about the story. But the author failed to live up to her own hype!
March 23, 2021
Feeling like I was constantly missing something! Widow has had a hard childhood that has turned him into an adult that feels he not only doesn’t need anyone in his life aside from the MC, but that he doesn’t deserve anyone else after witnessing the abuse at his father’s hands as well as his mother’s inability to remove her kids from that situation. Frankie was in a similar situation in her marriage, but the difference between her and Widow’s mother is that she took her kids and got away and was able to get a divorce. Frankie is such a strong single mother working hard to make sure her kids are safe and even though she still has to deal with her ex-husband and his comments and remarks, as long as she’s divorced from him and not in the situation she was before she’s happy. But when her oldest son starts acting out and gets in trouble, she’s at a loss on how to fix things and what the true problem is, but it ends up putting Frankie and Widow in the situation of meeting and gravitating towards each other without understanding why. I love that Widow was able to relate and help not only Frankie but her children as well, and you can really see the bond between all of them as well as how fiercely protective he is of them all. I am usually a huge fan of L. Wilder and the books in this series, but this one left me a little confused. I was able to piece together everything, but I definitely wish there would’ve been more to this story to make it fuller in some situations. Overall, I enjoyed this book and can’t wait to see who’s next!
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
March 25, 2021
Widows Undoing is Book 4 of the Ruthless Sinners MC Series. This book can be read as a standalone, but I recommend starting from book one of the series; for one, because they're awesome and two, that way you have a greater understating of the side characters and the club. This story focuses on Widow and Frankie.
Widow was hard on himself. He has a lot of emotional and mental scars to go with the physical. He's considerate, caring, and loyal. I liked how he always went out of his way to help Frankie. He's super sweet and under estimates his ability to be the man Frankie needs. He's let his past prevent him from living his life to its full potential.
Frankie is a caring, independent, hard working, single mother. She has a lot on her plate raising two boys and dealing with her ex. She's a survivor. She fights hard without ever giving up, although it's crossee her mind. And now she's willing to fight for Widow and make him see that he's worthy of love.
Widow and Frankie were destined to meet. Two kindred spirits that faced similar traumas in life. I think that's what draws them together. This book was more on the realistic side of the series. It covered a lot of issues that people commonly face; PTSD, anxiety, depression, ETC. The plot was well thought out; entertaining with the right amount of action, and unpredictable.
I always enjoy the bond between the men of the MC; from their banter to their loyalty, it is clear they have a strong brotherhood. I look forward to the future books in this series and what Wilder has in store for these Ruthless Sinners, especially Country and Danny.
Widow was hard on himself. He has a lot of emotional and mental scars to go with the physical. He's considerate, caring, and loyal. I liked how he always went out of his way to help Frankie. He's super sweet and under estimates his ability to be the man Frankie needs. He's let his past prevent him from living his life to its full potential.
Frankie is a caring, independent, hard working, single mother. She has a lot on her plate raising two boys and dealing with her ex. She's a survivor. She fights hard without ever giving up, although it's crossee her mind. And now she's willing to fight for Widow and make him see that he's worthy of love.
Widow and Frankie were destined to meet. Two kindred spirits that faced similar traumas in life. I think that's what draws them together. This book was more on the realistic side of the series. It covered a lot of issues that people commonly face; PTSD, anxiety, depression, ETC. The plot was well thought out; entertaining with the right amount of action, and unpredictable.
I always enjoy the bond between the men of the MC; from their banter to their loyalty, it is clear they have a strong brotherhood. I look forward to the future books in this series and what Wilder has in store for these Ruthless Sinners, especially Country and Danny.
March 24, 2021
A phenomenal new book in the Ruthless Sinners series, this book is one that will stick with you long after the pages are done. This is that book. The one that you can't turn the pages fast enough. The one that when you are done, you just sit there looking at your kindle and close your eyes, because you just need a minute. It's the one that you will go back to, over and over, because it is just that good.
Widow is an alpha male. All man. His upbringing made sure that he was tough and could hold his own, through anything. He's living his life how he chooses, with the family that chose him. But he knows he wants more. He just has to wait until he finds her.
Frankie is putting her life back together. She and her sons have escaped from a horrific situation that no one should ever have to live through. But even the toughest situations make us stronger. They make us who we are, and guide our future decisions. Sometimes that is good, and sometimes it leads to bad things. But Frankie's past keeps poking its head right into the middle of her future, and she isn't sure what to do with that.
I have to admit, I've loved all of the books I've read by this author, but somehow, I totally missed this series. But after reading Widow & Frankie's story, the other books in the series are on the top of my to read list! This book can totally be read as a stand alone. I didn't feel lost at all. However it was amazing enough that I've now got to go back and read the others in the series! This book was amazing, full of everything I love. Lots of chemistry, and action, and plenty of danger! This was a book I enjoyed from page 1, right through to the end! Definitely a must read!
Widow is an alpha male. All man. His upbringing made sure that he was tough and could hold his own, through anything. He's living his life how he chooses, with the family that chose him. But he knows he wants more. He just has to wait until he finds her.
Frankie is putting her life back together. She and her sons have escaped from a horrific situation that no one should ever have to live through. But even the toughest situations make us stronger. They make us who we are, and guide our future decisions. Sometimes that is good, and sometimes it leads to bad things. But Frankie's past keeps poking its head right into the middle of her future, and she isn't sure what to do with that.
I have to admit, I've loved all of the books I've read by this author, but somehow, I totally missed this series. But after reading Widow & Frankie's story, the other books in the series are on the top of my to read list! This book can totally be read as a stand alone. I didn't feel lost at all. However it was amazing enough that I've now got to go back and read the others in the series! This book was amazing, full of everything I love. Lots of chemistry, and action, and plenty of danger! This was a book I enjoyed from page 1, right through to the end! Definitely a must read!
March 31, 2021
I really enjoyed Window's Undoing it's book four in the Ruthless Sinners series it can be read as a standalone but I would recommend that you read this in order to better fall for the secondary characters and see little snippets of Widow . I really liked Widow and Frankie they were both hesitant with one another in the start with the kind of past they each had my heart hurt for young Widow and and what kind of marriage Frankie had with her ex husband it just made the hero and heroine perfect for one another . I'm glad they stoped resisting the intense pool they had for one another the sex scenes were super steamy and wow . I liked how Widow took to Frankies boys he looked out for them and I loved that plus the way he is with his brothers was amazing . Frankie just blew my mind I really liked her she didn't play any games she made her feelings clear and I respect that as well as her being a great mom she really loved her boys and wanted the best for them . I can't wait to read were this series goes I like the Ruthless sinners Country is still super hilarious love that dude and I also liked the heroines sister I hope she gets her own book even though she younger she really looks out for her sister and just wants her to be happy . I love L Wilders writing she just has a way with her words that just draws you in I'm so excited to see were this series goes .
stars = 4.5
hero = 5
heroine = 5
secondary characters = 5
steam = 3.5
stars = 4.5
hero = 5
heroine = 5
secondary characters = 5
steam = 3.5
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April 1, 2021Widow & Frankie
She's not the widow it's his road name. She's a mom of two teen boys. An abusive husband survivor and everything he could want but didn't deserve. He wasn't the kind to stop to help someone on the side of the road when he had places to be things to do but he did--stop for her and her son. Seeing her was the beginning even if he thought he'd never see her again.
She had a new business, two kids, one with serious problems, and no time for a personal life. She shouldn't be attracted to the man who scared her on their first meeting. A big bad biker--who not only helped her but took it further. Who did that? He didn't push her but her sister did and she made the first move.
He knew nothing about kids. Never planned to have any with the history he had with a father. But he liked her boys. Related to their history with their father. One night things changed. Could they have something? With her husband who was her ex but didn't want to be treated that way, the club problems, was there any way any time for them?
A story that will touch your heart. A hero with a heart and a scary side. A mother a woman with strength and a soft heart who would also do anything for those she loved. Two boys who deserve some fun and a man they can trust and lean on. A club in danger from an unknown source. Great characters the good ones and the ones you hate. The author has given it all in one book. Don't miss it.
Reviewed for Words Turn Me On.
She's not the widow it's his road name. She's a mom of two teen boys. An abusive husband survivor and everything he could want but didn't deserve. He wasn't the kind to stop to help someone on the side of the road when he had places to be things to do but he did--stop for her and her son. Seeing her was the beginning even if he thought he'd never see her again.
She had a new business, two kids, one with serious problems, and no time for a personal life. She shouldn't be attracted to the man who scared her on their first meeting. A big bad biker--who not only helped her but took it further. Who did that? He didn't push her but her sister did and she made the first move.
He knew nothing about kids. Never planned to have any with the history he had with a father. But he liked her boys. Related to their history with their father. One night things changed. Could they have something? With her husband who was her ex but didn't want to be treated that way, the club problems, was there any way any time for them?
A story that will touch your heart. A hero with a heart and a scary side. A mother a woman with strength and a soft heart who would also do anything for those she loved. Two boys who deserve some fun and a man they can trust and lean on. A club in danger from an unknown source. Great characters the good ones and the ones you hate. The author has given it all in one book. Don't miss it.
Reviewed for Words Turn Me On.
March 23, 2021
Widow’s Undoing is the 4th book in the Ruthless Sinners MC series, told in dual POV.
I have been waiting on Widow’s story and it was an amazing, wonderful story of recovery and love.
Widow had a hard childhood that shaped him into the man he is today, a man who needs no one but his club brothers, a man who doesn’t do love.
Frankie’s adult life hasn’t been what she thought it would be, but she has her two sons, her business and her sister that have helped fill her heart. She doesn’t need or want a man especially after the disaster that was her marriage.
When Widow and Frankie meet it’s not instant flowers and rainbows, these two have to dig deep inside themselves to decide if they are willing to heal for themselves and for each other.
I absolutely loved the way they were able to come together to work through their traumas. It was beautiful to watch them see past each of their hurt and heal each other with a love neither thought they had to give.
As always with Ms. Wilder’s books the side characters lend to the story in their own ways and the storyline surrounding the club draws you into the action and drama. This book had me mad as hell one minute, laughing my fool head off the next and on the edge of my seat with the threat that came for the club.
Thank you Ms. Wilder for another amazing book! Can’t wait for the next one!!
I have been waiting on Widow’s story and it was an amazing, wonderful story of recovery and love.
Widow had a hard childhood that shaped him into the man he is today, a man who needs no one but his club brothers, a man who doesn’t do love.
Frankie’s adult life hasn’t been what she thought it would be, but she has her two sons, her business and her sister that have helped fill her heart. She doesn’t need or want a man especially after the disaster that was her marriage.
When Widow and Frankie meet it’s not instant flowers and rainbows, these two have to dig deep inside themselves to decide if they are willing to heal for themselves and for each other.
I absolutely loved the way they were able to come together to work through their traumas. It was beautiful to watch them see past each of their hurt and heal each other with a love neither thought they had to give.
As always with Ms. Wilder’s books the side characters lend to the story in their own ways and the storyline surrounding the club draws you into the action and drama. This book had me mad as hell one minute, laughing my fool head off the next and on the edge of my seat with the threat that came for the club.
Thank you Ms. Wilder for another amazing book! Can’t wait for the next one!!
July 1, 2023
It was an ok read and I always grade on the curve with these types of books - I'm not expecting anything on the caliber of Nora Roberts. However, this story was riddled with grammatical errors & typos, and while the ML in this story was very likeable, I just couldn't get into the FL. It was ridiculous that she got so upset about her 15 yr old son being curious about marijuana (he never actually tried it) and had him going to a doctor for counseling and the "doctor" prescribes zoloft! Also, she's supposedly such a good mother that she not only has her teenager on a strong medication, but seems only mildly upset that her complete psycho of a ex-husband hits her children numerous times and hitting children seems ok by this author as more than once there's thoughts that are ok with this idea. IT'S NEVER OK TO HIT A CHILD NO MATTER HOW ANGRY THEY MAKE YOU. The ex storyline was beyond believable, and the FL was weak and definitely had a low intelligence. Please stop giving us these weak & stupid female leads; they're insulting. The storyline was ok and it was definitely smexy, but the FL just ruined it for me and I had to skip numerous pages.
I usually like this author's writings for what they are - enjoyable MC romances that are decently written & consistent. However, the grammatical errors and typos are beyond annoying! And this story just annoyed me more than anything so skip this one - it was just not worth reading.
I usually like this author's writings for what they are - enjoyable MC romances that are decently written & consistent. However, the grammatical errors and typos are beyond annoying! And this story just annoyed me more than anything so skip this one - it was just not worth reading.
March 29, 2021
Wow-what can I say once I started I couldn't stop this book had me turning the pages and was a book hangover for me. L Wilder gives you all the feels with this story you go through all the emotions. Frankie is a divorced mom of two boys who left her abusive controlling husband. One night while on the side of the road trying to change a flat tire Widow comes along and is the only person to stop and help her. They thought that was the end of their meeting but managed to find each other in other daily situations. Widow is afraid he's not good enough for Frankie due to his abusive childhood and is apprehensive to start a relationship with her and the boys as he thinks he will end up like his father.
Widow is also busy with some club business going down so isn't able to visit constantly with Frankie. Will Widow and Frankie get their forever or will her ex-husband ruin it all for them.
I received an arc for NNBB for an honest review. I loved this story and had to keep turning the pages to see what would happen next. There were some M.C violence and domestic violence issues in the book so if they are triggers this may not be the read for you. Even though there are some domestic violence issues in their pasts they manage to find some hot romantic times together.
Widow is also busy with some club business going down so isn't able to visit constantly with Frankie. Will Widow and Frankie get their forever or will her ex-husband ruin it all for them.
I received an arc for NNBB for an honest review. I loved this story and had to keep turning the pages to see what would happen next. There were some M.C violence and domestic violence issues in the book so if they are triggers this may not be the read for you. Even though there are some domestic violence issues in their pasts they manage to find some hot romantic times together.
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