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Will changing the pace slow the burn or extinguish the flame?

A year of divorce had left Sammie with a hell of an itch, one she was sick of scratching alone. Her best friend’s brother may be the answer she’s been looking for, but he keeps sending mixed signals.

Mason, aka “Speedy”, was a reformed bad boy biker who’d never been interested in slowing down. That is, until he hung out with Sammie and his wandering heart stopped.

Wanting her and only her, Mason puts on the brakes and fires up Sammie’s need. But independence isn’t always about an open road. When good intentions go awry and rattle Sammie’s need to handle things herself, will they make it over this speed bump or go up in a plume of smoke?

71 pages, ebook

Published September 29, 2022

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April D. Berry

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Author 12 books583 followers
November 12, 2022
I'm not a huge MC fan but after reading the first book in this series (Making the Cut) I was all in. Mason and Sammie are perfect for each other and...oh my...the steam! Loved it! Can't wait to read the next book in the series. Keep 'em coming!
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150 reviews
October 13, 2022
I say this a lot, but I’m obsessed! Mason and Sammie are so well matched that seeing this relationship develop was wonderful.
I’ll admit that when he said she wasn’t prepared for a relationship ship with him and didn’t even let Sammie voice if it was true or not I did get a little salty about it, but I understand where he was coming from. And I love the Sammie put her foot down and didn’t allow him to get away with it for too long—like I said, well matched.
Steely Ridge MC is nothing like the other MC series I’ve read in the last few years and I’m so glad it’s not. Don’t get me wrong, the stereotypical biker life of crime and all the danger is a fun read, and April alludes to it being part of their past but when that life gets to close to hurting the people they love, they make a change. I devoured the first 3 books in this series in 2.5 days and I can’t wait to see what April does next! 💜💜
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253 reviews62 followers
October 12, 2022
This is Book 2 "Not So Fast" in the Sons of Steely Ridge MC series. This is Mason and Sammie's Story. He's a member of the MC that’s working to Clean Up Their Past and do good for their Community, they will definitely steal your Heart! He co-owns a Mechanics Shop with a fellow member & Best Friend since Childhood Jack which happens to be his sister's main squeeze. Sammie is Mason's Sister Martha Best Friend. Sammie Owns a Salon in town where She and Martha both work. (they are from book 1). It was a quick Read, Oh How Fast Love can find You when Your Not Expecting It. It's packed with just the right amount of Drama & Spice to head them into their HEA. I Loved Everything about this Book and can't wait for the next one.. Definitely Your Next 5 ⭐ Read..
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117 reviews1 follower
October 2, 2022
Mason is steamy! As a member of the MC that’s working to clean up their past, he co owns a mechanics shop with a fellow member, Jack. Jack is in a relationship with Masons sister, Martha (as we found out in book 1- Making the Cut). Mason has set his sights on Sammie in this story, a townie who owns a salon and is Martha’s best friend. They have a sweet and spicy ride on their journey to entering a relationship. Sparks are flying.
This is a short story but don’t let that fool you. The steam is hot, and the characters are endearing. Definitely recommend if you like a good love story!
193 reviews3 followers
October 2, 2022
Another 10/10!

As usual with April Berry's books I'm never disappointed. This is the 2nd book in the series and I've been looking forward to it since book 1!

It was cute and spicy with just the right amount of drama to keep things interesting af. I LOVED it and will be (not so patiently) waiting for the next book!
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351 reviews
January 9, 2023
Short mc meets romcom

This follows sammie a salon own who is bestfriends with martha who is Mason Little sister and mason own his garage with his best friend jake. This a great insta love that has spice and is a HEA. This is great palate cleanser since its not your normal motorcycle club romance
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46 reviews2 followers
April 5, 2023
Page turner

Sometimes things are way better if you don't rush them! Go slow and enjoy the foreplay! Lol Other times you got to trust that if they are meant to be with you they will be. But the foreplay is still nice! Remember to watch for your triggers! Also love that these books help make breast cancer more aware!
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211 reviews3 followers
August 15, 2024
Every one of Aprils opening lines in this series is hilarious! 😆 I love the double meanings in them all. Sammie is so feisty and I loved every second of her and Mason trying to figure things out. Masons deeper issues really made him struggle but I enjoyed reading how his best friend was there for him to help sort everything out to end up with his lady.

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1,611 reviews5 followers
January 9, 2023
They're not long but they're good!

This is the second book in the series and I enjoyed it. Mason and Sammy Are a couple trying to find their way, she's divorced and having to do stuff on her own and he's just a guy trying to connect with someone.
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Author 26 books55 followers
October 13, 2022
A great little snack of a story.
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128 reviews4 followers
August 28, 2023
My heart always hurts when something happens and there’s that waiting period in a book. This one, although quick read, still had that.
Definitely HEA and I love how all the books are interconnected.
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216 reviews5 followers
January 5, 2024
Well I loved Jack and Martha in book one. Sammie and Mason are just as hot and their dynamic is fantastic. I love how April starts ALL of her books with crazy innuendo, it's hysterical and genius! I've never been one to gravitate towards MC romance books, but I'm loving this series of novellas!
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Author 8 books52 followers
November 30, 2022
This short is the second book in the Sons of Steely Ridge series, and I'm here for it. I enjoy these little quickies from April Berry so much! You know you'll get a story packed with great characters, spice, and that beloved HEA. This motorcycle club isn't your run-of-the-mill MC; oh no, the only thing these guys will steal is your heart.
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