I’ll sacrifice everything for her if it means she’s mine. Hellhound Seeing her in that hospital bed, I told myself I am done waiting. She’s mine, but I’ve got to take it easy when it comes to Isabelle. I see what others don’t. Well, besides her best friends. She hides it from the world with her shyness, and I intend to light that fire I’m sure is still there. Isabelle can fight me, but I know her. She’s like me. But where my scars show, hers don’t. They’re all the same, and it’s my job to show her. I’ll also have to prove to her she’s not her parents, and they’re not her responsibility. Not now and not ever again. The club and I will do what it takes to protect one of our own. I’ll even sacrifice myself to save her all over again.
There's more or less off the page outside the relationship sex, which is still gross.
I keep reading these because I like the stories for the most part, but once again, the same trigger warning is used. It's not even a real trigger warning. It basically just says not to read it if anything at all has ever bothered you. It's not one bit specific, which it should be. That's the point.
Also, just like in the other books, there's weird sort of poetry at the beginning. It's always odd and distracting and doesn't belong there. I just roll my eyes and skip it now. It's totally irrelevant to the story.
All of these things make the actual story part less and detract from it overall.
Hellhound/Ash and Isabelle’s story was a story that brought everything I love about MC books front and center. Oh, boy, was there steam between these two but not only that but the connection they both had was palatable. Isabelle had a life that no child should have to live through. Her parents were druggies and used their daughter to pay for their drug debts. She went to high school plus worked two jobs to do this and there came a time when that wasn’t even enough.
I loved their storyline and also all the people surrounding these two. There was tons of drama but the best was all of the surprises that kept popping up making this story even more intriguing. I cannot wait to read more in this series and with Angel’s story coming next, I couldn’t be more looking forward to a book.
I've been waiting for Hellhounds story and to see how this would play out between him, Isabelle and Angel. Isabelle has been through so much pain and heartache in her life. Hellhound lost his parents at a young age and while trying his best to take care of his sister he made mistakes. Now he has a second chance to make sure he protects another woman he loves. Isabelle needed someone in her corner that would protect and fight for her. Together they were explosive and I loved their story.
My heart broke for Isabelle and everything she had to endure as a kid. The one day fate drops Hellhound in her life. Can he protect her from all the bad in her life? Will she let him? Secrets, lies, danger, drama and chemistry. Love, love, loved this story.
Hellhound's Sacrifice (Satan's Keepers MC Book 3 by E.C. Land is another outstanding addition to this series about Hellhound and Isabelle's journey. This story is full of angst, violence, suspense and love with plenty of passionate moments.
Hellhound is a fierce loyal badass biker and member of the Satan's Keepers MC who is still fighting his demons from his past with his strained relationship with his sister. Hellhound's only thought is his club and brothers with no time for romance . Soon his life will be turned upside down when Isabelle comes into his life. Isabelle is close friends with Ivy, Reaper's ol'lady and Sutton , Tombstone's ol'lady but is keeping a secret from her friends. Isabelle is a broken beautiful young woman who has been used by her parents at a young age and physically abused by their dealer and at his mercy as she has to continue to pay him for their drug habit . With her latest attack by the dealer, she ends up in the hospital and is drawn to Hellhound and the rest of the club due to her friendship with Ivy, and Sutton. When they learn that Isabelle has been working as a dancer at the strip club owned by the Satan's Keepers, they now view her as family even Angel has adopted her as his sister. These bikers are violent and dangerous but when love comes into their lives they become fiercely protective of the ones they love. With all of this drama, Hellhound is fiercely attracted to her and tired of waiting to make his move, he now vows to protect this shy young woman especially when the truth comes out about her past, Hellhound is all in. Can these two broken souls help each other heal? Can Hellhound break down her walls as she vows she won't be controlled by another again? Can he convince her she is finally free from her demons as he will protect her from harm? The interaction and sensual desire that develops between them is hot, explosive and passionate. When Hellhound comes to realize that Isabelle has claimed his heart, he is now willing to sacrifice everything to ensure Isabelle is his. As these two are exploring these feelings of love between them, will Isabelle's past tear them apart? So many twists and turns, as Isabelle learns her life has been a lie, families will be reunited, and once again Isabelle is in danger when other players become involved to harm her leaving Hellhound and Angel injured. Once the threat to Isabelle is eliminated, Hellhound and Isabelle are planning a future together one they fought so hard to achieve. E.C. Land has again taken her readers on one hell of a ride!!! This is a must read!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Hellhound's Sacrifice is book 3 in the Satan's Keepers MC series by E.C. Land. Warning these guys of the MC are not soft and easy going. They are damaged with no guilt when they do what they need to.do for the brotherhood and the women under their protection. Hellhound (Asher) is the Sargeant at Arms. He wasn't able to atop his sister frim getting hurt when he was younger and now feels he is not deserving to be loved. Isabelle is a friend of Reaper's (Prez) wife (Ivy) and Tombstone's (enforcer) wife (Sutton). She has spend her childhood in up supporting her junkie parents and paying the price when she can't make the payment.
The men are not stupid and take notice of Isabelle's injuries. She is part if the extended family and therefore under the Satan's Keepers' protection. Hellhound is starting to realize he has big feelings for Isabelle and wants her all.
Lots of secrets and twists are throughout the story, along with characters who were thought gone. I read this story straight through because I had to find out the secrets. I love this MC and the women. Each book is a disturbing visit but a visit I look forward to nonetheless. Best to read the books in order but I guess it could be read alone. Not a true cliffhanger but lots of hanging ends.
I'm completely obsessed with this series!!! This amazing group of friends is literally the envy of any girl group.. it has every kind of friend that you can relate to. And I can't wait to see what the rest of the girls is gonna do.
This book gives readers a more inside look on Isabelle's life. You get to know all the difficulties that she has gone through since the beginning of her life and be part of her future that starts now. Hellhound's life hasn't been easy and everything he's lived through has made him the man he is today. He doesn't believe he's worthy of love but when he sees what's going on in Isabelle's life he can't stay as a spectator. The love between Isabelle and Hellhound takes its time, you get to see them find each other in ways they didn't think they could.
The book is well written with an intense storyline with some pretty steamy encounters thrown in that makes it a very easy to read the entire thing on one go. Overall, it was a thrilling read that captivated me from the first page to the last.
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The poems that E.C. Land creates for us are totally awesome. It give us an insight into the characters that she creates for us . We get to see the characters in the Satan’s Keepers MC grow and build a family. These Alpha men love hard and are very protective of their women and family. The love story between Hellhound and Isabelle is spectacular “Hellhound’s name is Asher, and he’s kissing me. Not just kissing me but kissing me. My body reacts in a way it’s never reacted before—coming alive at his touch, at the closeness between the two of us.” LOVE’S SACRIFICE Red stains my hands Nothing can take it away Soap and water can’t hide it Blood coats them But it also surrounds me Tainting what one once was Love is a sacrifice One that will be good or bad There are only two roads to take The one that leads to redemption And the one for despair Sacrifice for those you love Or turn your back and let them go Red stains my hands For love is what I sacrifice
Looking forward to the next book in this series. Mercy’s Angel. I can only guess who his Fmc will be….
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The author took a simple and compelling story: woman so indebted to her parents she pays their drug debt; either with her body sexually or physically. A shy woman who is busy supporting her parents habits she doesn't live. Tombstone a man who resorted to violence losing his sister in the act coldly walking through life. He found his wallflower to protect and she learns the meaning of real family. The End
No the story instead relies on one outlandish twist after another. The author piles up trauma on top of trauma without resolving the emotional weight of the previous trigger. The author does it to heighten the stakes instead of a natural story progression. Then coincidences one after another are used to tie the story up. It's really and truly horrible.
It reads as amateur hour and I can't fathom why a professional writer would build suspense this way.
This could have been good, sadly the author has missed the mark yet again. No depth to the characters and the overall plot is just meh. I've read some very good MC books, however these are just okay.
It was OK as part of the series and fit in well. The couple suited each other and I was happy about where things with his sister was left, making way for the next book in the series.
MMC blames his sister for getting raped and cuts her out of his life. They repair their relationship but it’s still framed as it’s her fault for getting raped.
Another of E.C. Lands MC romance. This time we are with the Satan's Keepers. This is early on in the series so we are just meeting and getting to know the brothers.
This is Hellhound's story. He's a little scared literally and figuratively. After an incident, after just becoming a brother, with his sister he's never quite the same physically or mentally. He keeps everyone including his sister at a distance, the only exception is his brothers.
When one of Ivy's friends seems to be in trouble all the feelings he's denied for her become too much ignore and he soon stakes his claim.
Isabelle has been just surviving her life, her family is useless and they have never done anything for her in this life. Her friends including Ivy are the thing that keeps her going. She's just hoping to make it through each month and never expected Hellhound.
This is a great MC romance and I love that they are a great quick read packed with action. There are moments that I almost need a cheat sheet to go back to the past books to have a recap but in general, you can get through.
If you're an MC romance fan these are a great quick hit. They have all of the things we love about MC romance, alpha males, danger, feisty women who bring the brothers to their knees. It's all wrapped up in this series.
Looking forward to the next brother in the series. . . . Hellhound's life was supposed to be easing up when he became a brother but after his sister's attack, he's never quite the same. More closed off and angry than before. Sending his sister away was the best for everyone.
Now the club is filled with women who aren't there just for the brother's entertainment. Since Reaper found Ivy she and her friends have been around and filling the clubhouse with something new. Hellhound denies his attraction to one of Ivy's friends because no one would want a man like him, scared in more than one way.
Isabelle has been picking up her parent's slack since she was a teen. At 14 she realized how bad things could get for her if she were to ever fail. Her only saving grace has been her friends and even they don't really know half of it. When one of the brothers of the MC decides she's his new best friend there is suddenly someone else trying to get into her business and when they find Isabelle hurt things are about to change in a big way for her.
Now that Hellhound knows how much trouble Isabelle is in he'll do anything to protect her. In fact, he's going to make her, his. She might not realize it yet but nothing is ever going to hurt again because he just won't accept anything else. “You gonna go get her back?” Angel asks, cocking a brow. “You fuckin’ know I am,” I snap, curling my lip in anger. “Good, that means you claimin’ her?” “Yeah, it means I’m fuckin’ claimin’ Bells. She’s fuckin’ mine.”
What they don't know is that there are some deeply buried secrets in Isabelle's life and things are going to get complicated. Together though they can face anything. "I can say I’ll never fuckin’ hurt you. You mean the world to me, and I’m not going to go without you in my life."
This is the third story in the Satan’s Keepers MC series. I personally DO NOT consider this to be a stand-alone read, as there are multiple reoccurring characters, concurrent/consecutive timelines and overarching themes. There are also references to details that cannot be adequately recapped within another story. There is a slight cliffhanger to introduce the next story, but it doesn’t involve the featured H/h.
I really wish there were a few more details, but I have absolutely loved this series so far. I still want a detailed reading list for E.C. Land’s stories, as this is the first series that I believe I have read by her. The problem is I really want to read the stories of characters that crossover from previous stories, but can’t seem to determine the exact story they could have originated.
The length of the story is a novella. The pace on these have been fast, truly they could slow down a bit and include more details / scenes, especially character descriptions.
I mention the following for readers such as myself that visualize the story as it is read. Compared to the others, there were quite a few more grammatical errors. There were some incorrect punctuation (commas, missing quotation marks, etc.) missing words, extra inserted words, incorrect word tenses and a few typos. I uploaded my notes to goodreads for anyone interested.
⛔️ SERIES contains references to, or scenes detailing, subject matter that may be a trigger or offensive to some, including: adult language; derogatory terms; mental health challenges with anxiety, depression, PTSD, suicide, etc.; steamy adult intimate scenes with dominance, submission, spanking for pleasure and punishment, restraints, sensory deprivation, voyeurism, exhibitionism, etc.; violence such as kidnapping, abduction, murder, death, torture, assault, fighting, betrayal, coercion, blackmail, threats, subterfuge, money laundering, gun running, cheating, prostitution, human trafficking, mafia / cartels, arson, drug use, drug addiction, drug manufacturing, drug distribution, as well as the mental, physical and sexual abuse of females and/or children, etc.
Not very well written. No explanations on plots, I just had to guess.
Wow. This was really bad. The worst one of the series so far. In Sutton’s book Isabelle is stabbed in the stomach, a lot of times. She nearly dies from her wounds, but when she goes to the clubhouse to stay, there’s no mention of her wounds, or her resting, or taking antibiotics or painkillers. While she’s at the clubhouse, Hellbound decides that Belle is going to be his old lady, and moves her into his room. Then he ignores her, so she’s goes back home, he chases after her. It’s just ridiculous! She doesn’t talk to him, he doesn’t talk to her then they’re in love, and having rampant sex. This author really does not write about women who have been raped or sexually abused, very well. According to her they don’t need counselling and they just jump on each other and it’s amazing. It just gets worse after that. See spoilers below.
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Isabelle’s parents aren’t her real parents and she was taken to be an organ donor. They guess. She has a scar that Hellhound says might not be her appendix, but organs removed. So when she was stabbed, the hospital didn’t notice that one of her organs had gone? An appendix scar looks totally different to a huge scar for organ removal. Isabelle for some bizarre reason is paying her parents drug dealer his money, she doesn’t tell the club, or Hellhound. Ivy and Sutton both know, but don’t think they need to tell their men that she’s being threatened and beaten by a drug dealer. Don’t think they know she’s being raped as well.
This a great read. The characters are strong women and the men who make them that way. They are all alphas isn their own way. Hellhound has a scar and he thinks that women will not want him because of it,but he got it saving his sister. W hen he is surrounded by his presidents woman;s friends, he sees Isabel and instantly wants her,but is held back because of his face. Isabel has been trying to survive and keep her head above water since she was a teenager. Her home life wasn’t great, and she had to learn to be an adult way Ro soon. When Isabel is hurt, she is taken to the Clubhouse and made to stay there, not something she wants to do. Hellhound wants to help and claim her, but first he wants to kn ow what she’s hiding from. When her past comes calling, its Hellhound who helps take care of her and finally realizes that he loves her and she him.
I have wanted to know more about Hellhound since we saw more of him in Tombstone’s story. Hellhound and Isabelle were absolutely perfect for each other. I love the friendship she has with Angel. He treats her like a sister. When Hellhound finds more of what is going on with Isabelle, he swears he is going to protect her. He and his sister also need to patch things up. Isabelle is carrying more on her shoulders than they know and my heart just went out to her. Hellhound also has darkness in his past. He lost his parents and assumed the parental role of his sister, and that is when things deteriorated between them. These two are what the other needs to help heal themselves. There are some twisty turns, action, truths revealed that just shocked me. Hellhound is so sweet to Isabelle and will do whatever it takes to keep her safe as will the other men. I just can’t wait for Angel’s story.
What a journey for Hellhound and Isabelle and after all the trauma Isabelle has been through in her life she has finally found her man. Hellhound has also had a tough road in his life but together these two bring out the best in each other. My hear broke for them both and all they had to endure but now they can live life to the fullest only Isabelle’s past threatens to destroy the future they are building together. This is a great series and I love the strong women and their totally alpha males but I love the pairing of the couples who always compliment each other. Their fierceness, love and chemistry is what draws you in and the added drama only adds to the greatness of the story. Eagerly awaiting the next book in this series.
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OMG I loved this book Hellhound...why is it when I think of him I'm thinking of Game of thrones lol. Hellhound has a scar on his face from a situation that involved his sister and has refused to be around his sibling since. Until Isabelle ends up needing her help on multiple occasions Hellhound is forced to face his demons of not being there for his sister Stella. Isabella hasn't had an easy life damn when everything is revealed she's had the most crappy hand dealt her that anyone could have imagined..though she is lucky she has her girlfriends in her corner aswell as Hellhound and also best bud Angel. Loved reading this book and can't wait to see what's in store for Hellhounds fellow brothers.
Okay, I’m only giving this book 4 stars due to the fact that Stella and Asher’s conversation to make up was very very brief. Also, there was no elaboration on why Isabelle’s “parents” abducted her. Like I understand why her and the twins’ birth parents were m*rdered, but it didn’t explain why 2 people who have connections as such were junkies all of her life or even why they abducted her to begin with. I have more questions than answers with this book… also their friend Juniper I think is the catty one, shes giving me the ick. If she ends up betraying all of them after all of the crap these women and men have been through I’ll be livid!
This book was better. Still waiting on information with the others, but at least with Isabelle we get most of her back story. Though there should have been more with Asher. Yes, you get the back story, but he went from nothing to a hundred all within a blink of an eye. Plus they really need to get the P&Ps under control. I get it's better for their "ol' ladies" to handle them, however you would think they wouldn't allow them to touch them once they've claimed their woman. Again would only recommend if you're down the rabbit hole with me. Though it is the better one, in my opinion. Be warned all these do deal with a lot of heavy topics, take the TWs seriously. On to the next!
Isabelle is going thru the unthinkable since she was sixteen. Her parents are drug addicts and she pays for their habit, and is basically owned by their dealer. Hellhound meets Isabelle thru Ivy and Sutton, Reaper and Tombstone's old ladies. He knows she is his, but waiting until she is ready but when she ends up in the hospital beaten, he is done waiting time to claim her as his.
I loved this story, both have demons from their pasts to over come. Hellhound will burn down the world to keep Isabelle safe.
I received an Advance Readers Copy of this book with no obligation to write a review.
I really enjoyed Hellhound's Sacrifice it would be book three in the Satan's Keeper and can be read as a standalone but I highly recommend that you read them in order . I really liked the chemistry between the characters they made perfect since to be with one another and just really clicked . My heart really hurt for both of them with everything they been through and I was so happy they found one another . I can't wait to read more in this series and I can't wait to read more by E.C Land her stories are just truly amazing and her characters just draw me . stars 4 hero 4 heroine 4 steam 3
This was a fantastic story. Isabelle has had a terrible life and living with addicts doesn't help. Hellhound has watch enough and he's going to take care of Isabelle. They both have scars. You can physically see Hellhound's scars but Isabelle has kept her scars hidden for a long time. Hellhound and Belle have amazing chemistry and they find that they are stronger together than separate. As always there is danger, suspense, drama, secrets, violence, abuse, passion/steam and love. I absolutely loved this story and can't wait to read Mercy's Angel. Great series.
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Your heart will break when you read the horrific life that Isabelle has led living and supporting her junkie parents while paying off their debts. (Asher) Hellhound's life hasn't been easy either, so he recognizes the same in Isabelle. He is now the Sergeant of Arms for the Satan's keepers MC and can't let what is happening to Isabelle stand. Hellhound and Isabelle's story has all the feels, drama, steamy romance, and everything E.C. Land readers have come to expect in one of her stories. **I received Hellhound's Sacrifice, book 3 in the Satan's Keepers MC series, leaving my review based on my reading.** 5 Stars
After Hellhound is unable to keep his sister safe and she gets hurt, he shuts himself off to relationships. Isabelle has struggled her entire life with deadbeat parents that she is trying to keep alive. Angel befriends Isabelle and becomes like a brother to her and tries to protect her and he drags Hellhound into the mix. When Isabelle is attacked, Hellhound recognizes their attraction to each other and decides that he is done pushing people away. Lots of action, a surprise twist and loads of steam make this a quick read.
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Another great addition to this series - loved that Hellhound didn't think he was worthy of getting his own ol' lady - but when Isabelle enters his world, he is taken with her.
Her 'parents' are drug addicts, and she has been working to pay for their habit - their dealer, Dexter, is awful, he takes the money and attacks her - she is worn down from years of this abuse. When Hellhound enters her world, she is immediately drawn to him, there is a connection - they've both had some tragic pasts.
He treats her well, they fall in love (of course) and have their HEA.
Bk3 in the Satan's Keepers series For a series of shorter stories everything gets wrapped up in a nice little bow for ya HEA. If ya want HEA with a side order of nookie this set could be for u.
We've met hellhound within his brothers books. We met Isabelle as she's friends with Ivy & Sutton.
Isabelle had noticed hellhound well how could u miss the hunk of chunking burning love with the huge scar down his face. Isabelle thought he didn't like her because she was younger he was. But No he was just frightened of falling in love & having an o'ld lady again Ang failing her & losing her.
Good read, part of a good series. Well worth the read
I adored Hellhound aka Asher and Isabella! I hated how horrible their lives where but loved how strong both of them were especially Isabella...that girl wow!! What I still don't like about the books... So many unanswered questions but the authors got me continuing reading her series so kudos! Mc, hea, minimal sexytimes, drama, talk of past rapes and physical abuse then and now. Still no vengeance against Ivy and Sutton's incubators ( definitely not worthy of being called moms) left with more questions than answers! Here's hoping book 4 Angel and Stellar story will give us some conclusions and satisfaction!✌