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Esko's Tale: The Burner Boyz MC Book 3

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It’s ride three and this time we dive into the world of Andres “Esko” Colon. Being the chairman of the most dangerous biker gang in Goode City is no easy feat, but he makes it looks easy…

After a tumultuous breakup with his fiancée, Esko is forced into the single life. After months of being a bachelor, he’s grown tired of his mundane love life. That is until he meets Kori Golden. She captures his attention at first glance with much more than her obvious beauty. Esko prepares himself to make a move but there’s an obstacle he must face. Kori’s occupation forbids her from entertaining Esko but he’s determined to win her by any means necessary.

On top of his new hurdle, The Burner Boyz find themselves in a new beef with another gang. With Esko being the OG, he must prove that he’s not only a leader but willing to put in work even if it involves bloodshed…

305 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 18, 2022

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Profile Image for Toya  Davis-Stokley.
2,566 reviews103 followers
November 8, 2022
Loved catching up with the Burner Boyz! Now, Esko is the ish! This man doesn't back down from anything or anyone, and is honest to a fault! Make sure you ready when approach Esko, cause he gone give it to you in the raw! He was one of those men that can "tell" you what to do, and you a swooning while completing his every command! 😂 Kori, the sweet, laid back teacher, attracted the eye of one of the OG's, Mr. Esko himself! He saw her, and the pursuit was on! It didn't take long for him to wear her down, and it was sweet how Esko took care of Kori. But, that damn ex of his, Persia, was the Queen Bih! She was so ugly on the inside, petty, and manipulative as hell! 😠 She could never see the fault in anything that she was doing, and then karma came calling for that ass....... Finally! Ughhh........ The gang went through some drama this time around, but there is nothing they can't handle together. Now, what is Onyx going to do with his situation?? Looking forward to his read soon. Good job! 👍👍👍
Profile Image for ReadnliftwithShar.
1,861 reviews
September 23, 2022
Esko’s tale was a story that I didn’t know I needed. He was an OG and he proved why he is that dude! I loved his story and the connection he had towards Kori. I wouldn’t say it was opposite attraction but a biker boy and an elementary school teacher.. okay! It worked. I just loved everything about Kori- she really had a heart of gold. I loved her for Esko!! 🥹I think she balanced him and really brought peace in his crazy world. I loved how she saw her father as a person and really went out of her way to ensure he was loved- it was so sweet. Now, it wouldn’t be a Charae book if there wasn’t chaos and that darn Persia brought that to the story. Lawd, she needed to be laid out!!! She was cray! Overall, this was a great book and I couldn’t get enough of the story. I would not be opposed to the twins having a story… just saying! Good read!
Profile Image for Ebony.
280 reviews33 followers
February 3, 2024
4.25⭐️

I didn’t think I needed to read about the OG’s but I thoroughly enjoyed Esko’s book.

Esko an OG Burner Boy finally rids himself of his relationship with his fiancée because she is crazy and he’s tired of the BS.

He meets Kori during school drop off and he’s instantly attracted to her and shoots his shot immediately. The story takes off after that.

I liked that I was able to not only experience their relationship but also how they navigated the struggles in their individual lives.

This book touches on the struggles of Esko and Kori, including having alcoholic parents and dealing with difficult ex-partners. All of this had my chest hurting as I was reading.

Charae did a good job making this story come together!

My random book thoughts:

If her name Persia in the book, she gon be a delusional bird.

Neeko deserved what came to him

I wish we knew more about Pope and Sassy
Profile Image for Shanelle.
1,487 reviews22 followers
November 14, 2022
GOOD READ

This third installment of the Burner Boyz was really good. In this story we get to read about Esko the father and the protector. Esko meeting Kori was exactly who he needed in his life. She was drama free, independent and dedicated to her students. I loved the chemistry between her and Esko. They definitely put smiles on each other's faces. Esko realized his mistake with Persia because she was spoiled and felt entitled. All her wrong doing and she still wouldn't accept responsibility. She got exactly what she deserved. The Burner Boyz proved that they may not be in the streets but they get things done by any means necessary. Cant wait to read Onyx story and see what's going with all these missing girls.
Profile Image for Kwastina Jackson.
651 reviews6 followers
September 21, 2022
Yessss!

Esko is a man who knows what he wants and doesn't want and makes it perfectly clear. However, everyone can't handle his honesty! Persia lost herself in a tsunami she created. Kori just wanted to be loved and do what she loved! I loved this book and can't wait to read about Onyx!
Profile Image for Jahari Dowdy.
871 reviews4 followers
September 22, 2022
Loved hearing from the Burner Boyz again!!❤️👏🏽 can’t wait for more!! I loved how Esco pursued and loved on Kori!! Persia was a crazy racist who showed her true colors😡. The twins were hilarious 😂. I really think Sassy and Pope got a thing going on🤦🏽‍♀️🤷🏽‍♀️!!!
Profile Image for Tenika Glover.
797 reviews3 followers
October 19, 2022
Burner Boyz Don't Play!!

Esko is the man because if I would have had to deal with Persia I would have choked her destroying his bike or trying to turn his son against him. Playing the victim not taking responsibility for her actions. He was sick of her and them. Playing emotional blackmail with Melo. Her family was nuts also knowing she is manipulative. Esko applied pressure on Kori. I don't know why Ny'asia was so pressed about Persia because their situation is not the same. Kori asked her the same thing trying make Esko the blame in the relationship. Neeko was always jealous of Esko he chose the biker gang over the street gang. Esko killed Neeko for two reasons because shot up his parents house and to make sure left Kori alone. Persia was hiding out, her a** caused a screen at Melo's school by coming up there and stabbing Kori. And she thought Esko was going to help her out. Girl you are out of mind. Shema talked a good about Pope, he would turn her a** out. Esko and Kori connected over alcoholic father's. Esko gave Kori everything, his heart, his time they vacationed together, he even talked about marriage. He gave Kori everything Persia took for granted.
877 reviews5 followers
October 12, 2022
Esko's Tale

Of course none of the Burner Boyz ever disappoints. I love them and I am so glad I found these 2 additional stories. I am pretty sure they were already written but I did not know. Now I love Esko because he grown man fine and I am not just talking about his looks. The way he expresses his feelings, the way he takes care of his son and the way he treats Kori. He was not letting up off of here and I really loved that. Kori super sweet but take no mess from no one and baby I can get with that. I definitely love her relationship with her sisters because it's so relatable. The passion she shows for her career is definitely a trait that I feel Esko liked about her. She wasn't going to let him come before something she worked hard for. Both if them definitely mesh well together because both can turn up at ant time. Onyx story should interesting for sure!!
Profile Image for Tisha.
1,243 reviews
September 25, 2022
here for the burner boyz

I love this biker gang!! And my sweet Omar is back Now I want to know where the heck is Cormega.

This confirms my theory that Uno’s story came a little premature, this was meater and had some layers. Persia was gutter trash, it got to the point anytime he name was mentioned I rolled my eyes. It was inevitable the school thing would happen, the disclosure I mean. But the way she handled it- I wish Kori would’ve done more.

My heart ached for Charles. Poor thing. And Esko’s dad. Especially him since he had to deal with hearing his wife’s constant journey down memory lane.

I enjoyed this much more than book 2. Now on to book 4. Initially I was team Nyasia and Onyx. But I didn’t like her energy here. So I guess it’s team Shyne it is!
142 reviews
October 1, 2022
Soooo good!

Ok, i love me some Esko! He was a real man and a great father, who was not afraid to ride for his. I loved Kori too, I liked how she had her own mind when it came to her father and I was ready to ride out for her when not only was her life in jeopardy, but her career too! From the jump, Esko was not letting up off Kori and all i can say is….Lord, i see what you have done for others🥹😂.. although i noticed not once did he actually said “i love you” in the book, he was very serious about his intentions with Kori. I enjoyed all the side characters, Shema and Kema especially. Persia violated so crazy and still found the audacity while sitting up in hospital looking like Quasimodo smh. Overall, i love this series and can’t wait to continue the Burner Boyz series!
100 reviews3 followers
September 19, 2022
Omg!!!!

Charae done did it again!!!! This book was so good, not only did they hit us with the first two Burner Boys now they have a nerve to come with a 3rd SMH y’all not rite. Esko and Kori are so good together and there chemistry is out of this word. Esko was not to be played with smh Neeko had to learn the hard way. Persia was just a mess and so messed up for what she did to Kori all because she couldn’t move one smh. Don’t mess with the Burner Boys. Charae you did a good job once again❤️.
Profile Image for Mo.
194 reviews
September 22, 2022
🏍💨 😍🫶🏽

Listen,
E S K O is in a league of his own honey. When I tell y’all Charae wrote this man so perfectly like WOW. He is THEE book Bae. Every time he spoke I knew he meant business. He wasn’t afraid to be himself, love his woman, spoil her, get his lick back, and be down for his crew. Most importantly he was a businessman that’s making sure he leaves a legacy for his child. I loved it. Oh & the the scenes were SPICY with Esko & Kori E V E R Y T H I N G. Whew 🥵🥵 Esko got a way with his words for sure. I can’t wait to read more of the Burner Boyz next year!!!!
2,076 reviews14 followers
October 2, 2022
Absolutely loved it!

Esko knew what he wanted and went for it full steam ahead. I really enjoyed the relationship between him and Kori. This well written book flowed well, was full of action and definitely kept my attention. I loved the viewpoint of alcoholism and the way that Kori stood by her father. Persia’s racist behind got what was coming to her and I wanted to get in the book and body slam her. This Burner Boyz series is really giving me life!
Profile Image for Sunshine.
228 reviews5 followers
September 20, 2022
Good read

This was another good read. This was such an exciting and fun to read story. It was a good addition to the series. Charae Lewis displayed her talented writing skills. There wasn’t a dull moment. The story came together well and connected well previous stories in the series.
Profile Image for Jada Wade.
132 reviews9 followers
September 21, 2022
I love love love Esko and Kori!! Esko definitely has BDE!!🔥🔥🔥 I glad Kori stopped comparing him to her past and got over the fact that he was one of her student’s father and gave him a chance! As for Persia her ass got exactly what she deserved!! I never could stand her 🤣🤣 I hope to see more of Esko and Kori!
Profile Image for Shahtia Gay-hairston.
3,448 reviews26 followers
September 23, 2022
Esko

Good read! The Burner Boyz are back. Esko is an OG. There’s something about grown men running around in gangs and boys clubs that makes me still see them in a juvenile way. I like that we see how Esko’s personality was shaped by his observations as a child. I really like Pope!
637 reviews
October 10, 2022
Gauntlet just dropped!

Where could you go wrong hot guys, motorcycles, and romance from that dude all mother’s said to stay away from 🤣🥰. I’m still running to find a little something 🤦🏾‍♀️🤣🤣. Esko and Kori are perfect and you will see red many times as the Burner Boys navigate life.
Profile Image for Kina M.
713 reviews8 followers
February 4, 2023
decent

This was a decent read. It took so long coming out I forgot all about it, but I do remember the other books being better than this. I just can’t remember what they’re about. This was ok for what it was. Kori irritated me a little though. Nothing special happened but it was good enough to keep my attention. I didn’t start skipping pages until close to the end.
Profile Image for Monae Nicole.
Author 76 books191 followers
February 4, 2023
Loved it

I really enjoyed this story. I loved Esko because he knew what he wanted he wasn't afraid to express that. Kori was the perfect balance for him. I want to strangle Persia throughout this whole book, and she really grinds my gears. I hate that she never took responsibility for her actions. I can't wait to read Onyx's story.
Profile Image for Kia.
1,158 reviews
May 14, 2023
Damn

Now Esko tale finally shows how a toxic woman can breakdown a good man. Esko did mess with other women when they were on breaks but never spoke on it because why when it was nothing serious. However Ms Persia just had to use that as a reason for her behavior when it was still uncalled for. Glad he left that situation because it would only get worse if he stayed
Profile Image for SumFire.
670 reviews2 followers
April 20, 2025
I just finished this book and think you might like it....

R Kelly sang, "when a woman is fed up, aint nothing u can do about it".
Honey, it ain't had nothing on when Burner Boyz OG, Esko fell out of love with his ex after she burned one bridge too many.

Persia's special brand of racism triggered me.

Kori and Esko work! Now let's go see what Messy Onyx is up to!
Profile Image for tanessia ford.
4,002 reviews
September 21, 2022
loved

This series just keeps getting better and better! I don’t feel bad for Persia at all! She didn’t except responsibility for her actions at all. Her family was just as complacent.
23 reviews
September 24, 2022
Banger

Charae Lewis never disappoints when she writes. Get stories are full of real life situations that pull you into the book. I love the way she makes you feel how the characters feel. Great read!
Profile Image for Dionna Malone.
712 reviews8 followers
September 26, 2022
Esko!!!!!

The Burner Boyz return with a vengeance and it's Esko for me! The walk.the talk, the charismatic behavior with a bad boy demeanor got me! Them bikers ain't nothing to play with especially with OG Pope! If you haven't already take a read with the crew!
727 reviews15 followers
September 26, 2022
Burner Boyz

What a ride. This book give me so much more than what I expected and that's saying a lot. Charae don't play with the pen. Lawd I need want so much more. Like can everyone in town get a story.
Profile Image for Jibria.
301 reviews6 followers
September 27, 2022
Funny AF

Listen I loved how Kori called him out in the end. I mean literally the whole book was drama no matter how many times they said they didn't live that life lol. Ok Pope and Sassy need their own story!
Profile Image for Aarika.
296 reviews25 followers
September 28, 2022
The ride

Esko tale continues from the two original books. I love the spin from both authors for their Burner boy and saga! I want to read more about the Burner boy family in the future!
Profile Image for Shanea Walker.
129 reviews2 followers
October 2, 2022
Esko

The drama in this book was from beginning to end. That baby momma was the worst and she got everything she deserved. Esko love and loyalty was everything!! Kori was ready but she wasn't prepared for it all. Charae never disappoints!
58 reviews
October 11, 2022
Another one

Charae is my favorite! She never disappoints. I was hoping Persia got wacked though. She was spared too many times bit hey God's grace shouldn't be questioned! Now just waiting on the next fire 🔥 Charae releases!
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