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USA Today Bestselling Author, Dani René, brings you the first book in her chapter of the Royal Bastards MC World.

They call me a monster for a reason.
I left my morals behind long ago, and I forgot what empathy feels like. Emotions get you killed, and I’m tired of watchin’ people die. Not anymore, not under my rule.

When Father Donahue calls on the club for help, we step up. What I wasn’t countin’ on was her.

She is forbidden. Too young and too pure for me to consider touchin’. The warmth of her is far too temptin’ and I find myself breakin’ all my rules.

Only, the girl is hidin’ somethin’ and when I find out what it is, I will make her pay.
But not before I get a taste of her cherry blossom lips.

215 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 15, 2022

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Dani René

123 books2,350 followers
Dani is a USA Today Bestselling Author of dark and deviant romance with a seductive edge.

Originally from Cape Town, South Africa, she now lives in the UK where she explores old buildings and cemeteries while plotting her next book.

When she's not writing, she can be found binge-watching the latest TV series, or working on graphic design either for herself, or other indie authors.

She enjoys reading books about handsome villains and feisty heroines, mostly dark, always seductive, and sometimes depraved. She has a healthy addiction to tattoos, coffee, and ice cream.

You can find more information on her website, www.danirene.com, or find her on social media, Instagram and Facebook being her favorites. Along with her newsletter, which you can sign up for here - https://bit.ly/DaniVIPs

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Profile Image for Leigh.
1,398 reviews325 followers
November 21, 2022
Monster is book 1 in the Royal Bastards MC: Belfast, Northern Ireland series. Unfortunately, it didn't work for me at all. I found the overall story boring and the connection between Monster and Miren was completely lacking. I have no plans to continue this series.
Profile Image for Jennifer Pierson.
11.7k reviews188 followers
November 16, 2022
HOLY HELL! Monster is my favorite book to date by the darkly brilliant Dani Rene. Monster is our lead alpha biker president, who protects those he considers his, loves his mother completely (yeah I loved that big time) as he still keeps her teachings at the forefront of his mind, and will do a solid for a priest at the end of the day. Miren is a sheltered young woman who is strong despite the fact that her mother controls all aspects of her life, and I won't lie, I wasn't her mother's biggest fan. There comes a time when she needs protection, and Monster is the one tasked with it, and while the sparks are flying, he still has some trust issues. This story had the twists coming in hot, action, and sexiness to keep me turning the pages quickly, and I never wanted it to end. I don't want to say anything else since it's more fun to go in blind to be honest. HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
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2,600 reviews69 followers
May 25, 2023
I loved this one. It was amazing. I love the Royal bastards and them in Ireland is so fucking amazing. I can't wait to read the next book.
Profile Image for Sophie Ruthven.
2,330 reviews146 followers
November 14, 2022
This was a good start to this author's first foray into writing an MC series.
For me personally I loved the authenticity of using all the slang but it did make it hard to understand/follow at times. Could just be the head space I'm in and I definitely applaud the author for doing it this way.
I didn't find myself connecting much with either of the main characters, but loved all the twists to the plot.
Definitely interested in seeing what the author comes up for the next book.
Profile Image for Madeleine.
4,331 reviews10 followers
November 15, 2022
Rene has an always will be my go to author for dark and delicious books. This is an MC story and has all the feels and is full of action, twist and turns, gritty, yummy and page turning goodness.
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1,306 reviews30 followers
November 7, 2022
I cannot believe this is the first full length MC romance this author has written. This story had non stop action, adventure and just the right about of sexiness throughout the book. I instantly became a fan of Monster with his personality and views on life with protecting those he considers to be his family. Miren is a strong woman, what she entails is not easy to swallow. I hear each individual characters voice standing strong on their own as I read their words. The dual POV is perfect, as we continued through each chapter the story continues forward and there’s no repetitiveness. A tale that gives us closure on Monster and Miren yet leaves a series open to learn about the other members in the club.
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1,024 reviews45 followers
November 18, 2022
Yet another good book of the RBMC. This time we start out in London and move to Bedfast Northern Ireland. This is Monster's, (Cathal) and Miren aka Wee Fox is what Monster calls her.

What if you hear your mother on the phone and figure out that your father is still alive and you've always been told he was not. What do you do when you are kidnapped and then kidnapped again and find out neither of your parents are who you thought they were?

Monster got his name as a cute kid way but now is because he thinks he is a monster. Who are the real monsters??
Profile Image for Doris.
3,636 reviews138 followers
November 15, 2022
Loved This MC Read

Monster was the alpha hot Prez of the RBMC and of man of principle that had me swooning. Plus who can’t love a man who loves his ma?! Monster is on a mission of revenge but when Miren comes into his life, he certainly does have trust issues but its Miren who wants to prove him wrong.

Miren is a young woman who was kept in a bubble during her life but don’t let that fool you because she was also a woman with a strength that comes from inside herself when needed. This was a book I couldn’t put down with all the twists and turns that made this a one sit read for me. I absolutely loved Monster and Miren!

I haven’t read this author’s work before but what a great find. MC books are one of my go-to’s and after reading Monster I’ll definitely be reading her from here on out.
Profile Image for Jessica Robbins.
2,598 reviews49 followers
November 17, 2022
*I received a free copy of this book which I voluntarily chose to write an honest review for.

This is an explosive start to a new MC romance series. We start off with Monster the president with all that entails who I instantly liked being asked to assist with something for Father Donahue. Miren is who he needs to keep safe by request but she is walking temptation he is determined to avoid. This makes for quite the fun read as their romance plays out amongst all of the non stop action, adventure, and danger. Creates a nice balance making for an enjoyable read. I really liked it so I give it 4/5 stars.
Profile Image for Zelda.
1,462 reviews
November 15, 2022
I love Dani Rene’s first Royal Bastards, Belfast chapter book! It’s got a solid storyline and introduces the reader to the other club members. Monster is the president of the MC and is getting closer to completing his revenge mission of 10 years. When Miren is put into his care, Monster leads by example, with the Royal Bastards’ code of family & protection. Miren is lucky—with her secrets yet to be revealed, she learns about loyalty, freedom, and love. The story was raw & exciting with some dark elements, and I am definitely going to be following this chapter of the MC.
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1,296 reviews29 followers
November 8, 2022
Monster is everything I adore in an alpha anti hero who fights what he doesn't know he is missing. Miren was a wonderful and strong character and I loved her wit and how she stood up to Monster. Their story is packed with highs and lows, feels and some steamy times too. This story comes together fantastically with the twists and turns that had left me unsuspecting.

Can't wait to see where the next book leads us with the next set of characters (this is not a cliffhanger).
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31 reviews17 followers
November 14, 2022
The first MC book by Dani Rene, but already on the top level. I absolutely love the story of Monster and Miren.

It was sensual, intriguing, hot, sexy and damn, do you need more evidence to start reading this book?

"𝐖𝐞’𝐫𝐞 𝐛𝐨𝐭𝐡 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐲, 𝐛𝐨𝐭𝐡 𝐛𝐫𝐨𝐤𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. 𝐈 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐦𝐲𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐢𝐦."

There was everything I love, murder, blood, mayhem, intrigue, secrets, HOT GUYS !!!

Monster is the hot president club, with a rod, and a big di… heart.

"𝐈 𝐯𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐛𝐲 𝐦𝐲 𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐫𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐬. 𝐈 𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐚 𝐰𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐥𝐨𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐯𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐈 𝐝𝐨 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐦𝐲 𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐬."

Mirene seems to be fragile, but she is such a strong girl. I look for them in all the books, but so far there are a very few.

"𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐬, 𝐬𝐡𝐞’𝐬 𝐬𝐨 𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐈 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐨𝐟 𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐛𝐢𝐝𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐮𝐢𝐭, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡, 𝐈 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐞."

I love this book, their couple , their connection. It's one of the few books that reads easily, in the same breath. Do I need to tell you that I was drinking again when I read it? I need to stop drinking, but the books won't let me do it.
Profile Image for Joy  Avery.
1,311 reviews160 followers
November 18, 2022
Rating: ☆☆☆☆☆ Spice: 🌶🌶🌶

Angst: 💣💣💣 Plot: 📚📚📚📚📚

Cliffhanger? ❌️

Do I recommend? ✅️ 

Tropes: dark mc romance, age-gap 

Monster got his name for a reason. Morals are a thing of the past and he forgot what empathy felt like. Emotions tend to get you killed and he's tired of watching people die. Now that he's the President of the Belfast chapter in Northern Ireland, he'll do things better. When Father Donahue reaches out for help from the club, they don't hesitate but he never expected to be so affected by Miren. She needs protection and that job primarily falls into Monster's hands. This woman is forbidden as she's too young and too pure. Her warmth calls to him and soon rules are being left in the dust. But he knows she's hiding something and he'll make her pay but not before he gets a taste. 

I honestly can't believe this is Dani's first foray into mc romance but she did a phenomenal job. Then again, everything I've read from her since the first last year has been time very well spent. I loved both Monster & Miren. Both were heavily influenced by their moms. Monster carried his mom's wise teachings with him while Miren's mother was evil incarnate. This book had everything I love in my favorite romances from action-packed scenes, twists, turns, suspense to edge of my seat angst while I flipped pages late into the night. I highly recommend this read. This is my honest opinion, freely given. 
Profile Image for Barbara.
2,645 reviews61 followers
November 17, 2022
Very Good start to another RBMC chapter. Ms. René has given us a well written book with lots of suspense, action and romance. Monster is the Prez of the Northern Ireland Chapter. He’s a strong leader, loyal only to his club and MC brothers. He doesn’t do relationships or allow feelings as those get people around him killed. But deep down he’s his mother’s son and her lessons have served him well. Especially when he meets Miren,a girl Father Donahue has asked him to watch over. She has some type of pull on him that he doesn’t want especially since he knows deep down she’s hiding something from him. But what that is only time and his brothers will find out - one way or another.

Great read. Monster is an alpha male and Miren is a sassy, headstrong independent woman - nothing could possibly go wrong, right? Grab it up and get in on the start with this RBMC Chapter. It’s going to be a dandy.

2 Thumbs Up and 4 Stars
561 reviews4 followers
November 17, 2022
“Love is a blade,” I tell her without looking at her. “It cuts you the moment you relinquish control to it.”

Monster is the first MC book I read and it really was an MC book. The writing was done so well, and I felt the dynamic of the club and its members portrayed very well on paper. I was not crazy about the irish language writing, even though it was done well, and helped add another level to the book.
4⭐
Monster, or Cathal is set on revenge and in his attempt, he is asked to help Miren, a young woman who was kidnapped by the man Monster wants for revenge.

The action and plot were exciting and sometimes suspenseful. The romance is very slow for these two. Monster not wanting love, as he sees the hurt and pain that can happen and poor Miren, her life has just been flipped upside down.

"We fit. It’s as if we’re two magnets that have slowly been forced together and suddenly snap into place"

I recieved this ARC for an honest review.
2,677 reviews2 followers
November 17, 2022
Monster is a good name 4 him growing up stubborn lol but he takes a childhood nickname 2 the extreme that's well suited 2 being a royal bastard. she thought she lived a good life with her mom growing up but she gets a few shocking revelations on top of being saved by the reverend Donohue. Things goes crazy and th when u think it finally calms down sum more shit hits the fan!! Will the bastards survive the craziness of it all of who they r fighting or will they loose everything? Read and find out. This is her 1st book and its pretty good but I still have a few unanswered questions. But overall it keeps u on ur toes. Can't wait 2 c what happens with Rebel.
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8,992 reviews16 followers
November 14, 2022
Monster by Dani René is the First book in the Royal Bastards MC: Belfast, Norther Ireland Series. This is the story of Miren and Monster. Monster is the President of the MC Club and his trust is limited to only them Club Members. Monster's mother who he adored was killed and he has been wanting to get revenge for her passing. When his mother's priest, Father Donahue comes to him asking for a favor...he has no real choices. The favor is protecting a young women named Miren who has sparked feelings he has long since forgotten but he also doesn't trust her or what she is hiding. Miren was kept on a tight leash by her mother. Although, Miren's mom wasn't a loving mother and always working she made rules that Miren had to stay withing. This was a really good story and I can't wait to read more from this author.

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4,321 reviews73 followers
November 15, 2022
This is a new to me author and I have to say I'm thrilled Monster was my first read by her. It's absolutely fantastic with great characters and storyline. It kept me completely glued to the pages and anticipating what was coming next. Monster is the President of the Belfast Ireland Chapter of the Royal Bastards MC. To say he's strong, determined and stubborn would be an understatement. Maybe that's what makes him and Miren, the main female character so perfect together. I love that she's tough, takes no crap from Monster and stands her ground relentlessly. The chemistry between these characters is off the charts HOT. They've been perfectly matched. I love that the dialect this author uses in writing this book. It's very authentic and well written. I'm in love with Monster and Miren and I can't wait to see what she brings us with the rest of the characters.
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1,709 reviews13 followers
November 17, 2022
When father D call the club for a favor Monsters on a mission. Never imagined what life was gonna bring him. All her life she believed a lie. When family meant everything it’s hard to trust anybody else. Monster is president of the club. When he lays eyes on Mirens she know he wants her. To young to pure for him. His a monster like no other but the men in the RoyalBastards are a different breed they take what they want .
3,248 reviews27 followers
November 17, 2022
What an intense ride this was I couldn't get enough Monster is everything wrapped up in a beautiful package and gives you everything you want in an MC story.

So much danger, lies, truths and so heartfelt when we find out everything and the club is so filled with family, Monster and Miren are explosive the attraction and angst are off the charts hot but also leaves you with that dread of not knowing what is gonna happen next. I loved it.
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233 reviews10 followers
November 17, 2022
age gap romances are my kryptonite so i was so excited to read this book.

oh my god. I LOVE MONSTER AND MIREN. Miren is such a strong character and the chemistry between the two was *chef's kiss*

Dani did an amazing job writing this MC romance. the twists and plot were written so well. i think this book is officially my favorite book of dani's!!
Profile Image for Shannon Godwin.
3,033 reviews31 followers
November 15, 2022
Great book! Miren’s life is simple bc of her past, what happened to her you can honestly seeing it happen. It doesn’t help that her bully is still around. I love how she’s set up with Fury. I have a feeling reading more about his mom would be a hoot. I love how easy Fury is. It makes the book flow so easily. I would have liked for them to run into her bully again. That would’ve been sweet.
Overall a great book.
Profile Image for Joy Whiteside.
4,878 reviews113 followers
November 16, 2022
Wow, what a read. This book has everything in it to make a good read. It moves along at a really great pace that makes for an enjoyable read that you don't want to put down. IT has characters that you want to know and cannot help but love and a story that grabs you and keeps you reading until the end. This book needs to be read, there is no doubt about it.
Profile Image for Jean Dewsbury.
871 reviews16 followers
November 13, 2022
Loved reading this storyline.
Irish Mafia
Royal Bastards MC
So much energy 
Chemistry 
Twists and turns 
Action
Drama
Betrayal
It really has it all.

Wow it was a dark tale of hidden truths for Miren raised as a only child to a workaholic mother. A somewhat unemotional mother who had constant rules that Miren had to follow.

Monster is the president of the club, who has vowed to get revenge for the death of his mother.

Miren learns many truths along the way that leave you wanting more.
More characters to discover as this series continues to develop and unfold.
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1,166 reviews11 followers
November 14, 2022
The main characters are both strong determined people. On the outside they may be completely unsuited but the pull between them was too strong to ignore .Miren and Monster could not be more different. She is innocent and sheltered and he is anything but. She thinks she is fragile but she is stronger than she knows, Monster is the president of an MC. Absolutely loved this read, fast paced, couldn't put it down and enough drama and action to keep me page turning.
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2,312 reviews10 followers
November 16, 2022
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This book is so so good. Miren is thrown for a loop when she has to put her trust and safety in Monster. These two have so much chemistry and the secrets within this book will leave you speechless. Great writing. Fabulous characters.
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1,173 reviews
August 18, 2024
RBMC Belfast

I found myself reading this story in an Irish accent in my head! I like the characters & storyline, the twist & turns threw me for a loop!
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