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The Horsemen #1
Death
New neighbors are the bane of my existence, but nothing prepares me for the new woman next door.
A long time ago, I swore off blondes.
Until her.
Until Raya crawls under my skin and stays.
Sure, she always seems pissed at me, but I’ll soon make her realize I’m not always a dick.
But then there’s a new threat that has me seeing red and needing to hunt for blood.
The name Death isn’t just for show. And anyone who steps in my way or threatens those under my protection are going to get up close and personal with the man behind the namesake.
Running is pointless… when Death knocks on your door.
A long time ago, I swore off blondes.
Until her.
Until Raya crawls under my skin and stays.
Sure, she always seems pissed at me, but I’ll soon make her realize I’m not always a dick.
But then there’s a new threat that has me seeing red and needing to hunt for blood.
The name Death isn’t just for show. And anyone who steps in my way or threatens those under my protection are going to get up close and personal with the man behind the namesake.
Running is pointless… when Death knocks on your door.
239 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 23, 2016
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Lila Rose
56 books3,973 followers Lila Rose is also known as L. Rose.
Lila Rose has moved about Australia a lot of her life. Currently, she lives in country Victoria Australia with her husband and two children.
Lila is addicted to coffee, chocolate and reading.
She also loves to write humorous romance. For all novels that come from her weird brain, check out her website!
Lila Rose has moved about Australia a lot of her life. Currently, she lives in country Victoria Australia with her husband and two children.
Lila is addicted to coffee, chocolate and reading.
She also loves to write humorous romance. For all novels that come from her weird brain, check out her website!
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April 19, 2023
Since last year (2022) I’ve been working towards having read all the worlds that Lila Rose has created, and I’ve come a long way in this #AuthorBinge but I still have a few stragglers left. Out of everything I’ve read, the most entertainment I’ve had is with the Diamond MC series and I hope that Lila continues to build this world!
Death and Raya were absolutely perfect for each other. Their personalities were very in tuned with one another and I loved the addition of Raya having a sister, Wren. The connection between all three was solid and realistic and the growth between Death and Raya made my heart sing. The suspense plot-point in the story is just about the only dramatics in the storyline and I cannot tell you how I giddy I was about this!! That allowed the story to just be and it was especially refreshing for me because I’d just come out a #bookslump that felt like every book I picked up was full of drama for drama sake and I was ready to explode! So mad props for THAT! :)
I loved visiting with characters I felt I had just gotten to know because I only read their stories a year ago and some characters I have yet to meet because I’m not done catching up. It all added to the excellent reading experience for me! I haven’t formerly reviewed every book I’ve read thus far by Lila because when I go on a #ReadingBinge I tend to forget to do that LOL but there isn’t one I wouldn’t highly rec if you asked! Do with that information what you will :)
Death and Raya were absolutely perfect for each other. Their personalities were very in tuned with one another and I loved the addition of Raya having a sister, Wren. The connection between all three was solid and realistic and the growth between Death and Raya made my heart sing. The suspense plot-point in the story is just about the only dramatics in the storyline and I cannot tell you how I giddy I was about this!! That allowed the story to just be and it was especially refreshing for me because I’d just come out a #bookslump that felt like every book I picked up was full of drama for drama sake and I was ready to explode! So mad props for THAT! :)
I loved visiting with characters I felt I had just gotten to know because I only read their stories a year ago and some characters I have yet to meet because I’m not done catching up. It all added to the excellent reading experience for me! I haven’t formerly reviewed every book I’ve read thus far by Lila because when I go on a #ReadingBinge I tend to forget to do that LOL but there isn’t one I wouldn’t highly rec if you asked! Do with that information what you will :)
April 17, 2023
Perfection!
Just when you think you fell in love with Country & State, Lila gives us Death. He is all Alpha, Possessive, Family 1st, Delicious, Tattoos, Long Hair, and a Honest Male...yes please sign me up!!!!
This book is a MC full of Heart Warming Love & Heartbreak, Controlling Alpha Biker, Protective of Family (blood or not). You get the Dark MC world of Action, Steam and Intense Connection but the whole family dynamic.
Trust me you will not be disappointed.
Just when you think you fell in love with Country & State, Lila gives us Death. He is all Alpha, Possessive, Family 1st, Delicious, Tattoos, Long Hair, and a Honest Male...yes please sign me up!!!!
This book is a MC full of Heart Warming Love & Heartbreak, Controlling Alpha Biker, Protective of Family (blood or not). You get the Dark MC world of Action, Steam and Intense Connection but the whole family dynamic.
Trust me you will not be disappointed.
March 28, 2023
Such a good book and awesome addition to this series. Not only do we get to see characters in the past that we fell in love with during their stories, we get to see more in depth of other characters that we hope to get a book. Torch, hint, hint. I love Death. While he was a jerk at the start of the story, I love how his character evolved as he started catching feelings for Raya. They were honestly super cute together, and I would not have picked a different woman for him. I love Rayas love for her sister the plot was great. It wasn’t overly dark, or complicated, but it got points a crossed. There was some dislike to love feels at the start and I was totally there for that! Didn’t wants to friendship blossom, and I was addicted. I honestly can’t wait for the next book in the series and I really hope that it’s Torch’s back because I’m already addicted from a little snippet, we got in this book.4.5 stars. #2OCCJD.
June 24, 2023
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I really enjoyed this book I wasn’t disappointed at all while reading it. Lila Rose never disappointed me when I read her books. I can’t wait for the next book. Which I hope it’s Wren and Torch because I think he may likes her.
Not only that I knew Death was going to end up liking Raya. It always a person you assume you may not want to be with is the right person for you. Plus she was easy to tame Death. And was there for him when his sister got hurt by Raya employee.
I knew something was up with that man. Something wasn’t right about him when it came to women he was always disrespectful and rude to women and trying to lure them in.
I was glad that they got him in the end because he definitely deserved what happened to him.
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I really enjoyed this book I wasn’t disappointed at all while reading it. Lila Rose never disappointed me when I read her books. I can’t wait for the next book. Which I hope it’s Wren and Torch because I think he may likes her.
Not only that I knew Death was going to end up liking Raya. It always a person you assume you may not want to be with is the right person for you. Plus she was easy to tame Death. And was there for him when his sister got hurt by Raya employee.
I knew something was up with that man. Something wasn’t right about him when it came to women he was always disrespectful and rude to women and trying to lure them in.
I was glad that they got him in the end because he definitely deserved what happened to him.
April 19, 2023
I received a copy of this book from the publisher/author to review for Stephanie's Book Reports.
New neighbors are the bane of my existence, but nothing prepares me for the new woman next door. A long time ago, I swore off blondes. Until her. Until Raya crawls under my sin and stays. Sure, she always seems pissed at me, but I'll soon make her realize I'm not always so mean. But then there's a new threat tht has me seeing red and needing to hunt for blood. The name Death isn't just for show. And anyone who steps in my way or threatens those under my protection are going to get up close and personal with the man behind the namesake. Running is pointless...when Death knocks on your door.
If you have read the first two books in this series then you are going to be thrilled to know that you get to see some characters from those books in this book. This is the story of Death and Raya. These two are new neighbors and they really do form a true friendship and I just loved that. I can't say that they didn't have an attraction to each other because they did but it isn't an insta-love connection and the development was just so refreshing to read about. I also love the age of Raya. Not that she was old like I probably made it sound but she was in her thirties. She was also a really strong female and I love how emotionally mature she was. She is a woman that has a lot going on. She has a younger sister and she always makes sure she had everything she needs. She also wasn't afraid to go toe to toe with Death. Wasn't the least bit scared to the big bad biker and she was also funny. She and her sister Wrenley are starting over. They have lost their entire family and this is their fresh start in a new town that she hopes will be exactly what they need. Death was a great male character and you can't help but fall in love with both of them. He does not like new neighbors and he now has not only one but two females living next door to him. He also had sworn off blondes but the one that has moved in next door has caught his eye. He likes his music loud and he likes to get in the girls business. But thing are about to happen that are about to bond them all and bring them closer together. I don't want to tell you about any of that but I can tell you that there isn't much drama in this book at all and that was really refreshing and I just loved reading this book. You need this book in your life. The entire series has been great so far but I do believe that death is my favorite book.
New neighbors are the bane of my existence, but nothing prepares me for the new woman next door. A long time ago, I swore off blondes. Until her. Until Raya crawls under my sin and stays. Sure, she always seems pissed at me, but I'll soon make her realize I'm not always so mean. But then there's a new threat tht has me seeing red and needing to hunt for blood. The name Death isn't just for show. And anyone who steps in my way or threatens those under my protection are going to get up close and personal with the man behind the namesake. Running is pointless...when Death knocks on your door.
If you have read the first two books in this series then you are going to be thrilled to know that you get to see some characters from those books in this book. This is the story of Death and Raya. These two are new neighbors and they really do form a true friendship and I just loved that. I can't say that they didn't have an attraction to each other because they did but it isn't an insta-love connection and the development was just so refreshing to read about. I also love the age of Raya. Not that she was old like I probably made it sound but she was in her thirties. She was also a really strong female and I love how emotionally mature she was. She is a woman that has a lot going on. She has a younger sister and she always makes sure she had everything she needs. She also wasn't afraid to go toe to toe with Death. Wasn't the least bit scared to the big bad biker and she was also funny. She and her sister Wrenley are starting over. They have lost their entire family and this is their fresh start in a new town that she hopes will be exactly what they need. Death was a great male character and you can't help but fall in love with both of them. He does not like new neighbors and he now has not only one but two females living next door to him. He also had sworn off blondes but the one that has moved in next door has caught his eye. He likes his music loud and he likes to get in the girls business. But thing are about to happen that are about to bond them all and bring them closer together. I don't want to tell you about any of that but I can tell you that there isn't much drama in this book at all and that was really refreshing and I just loved reading this book. You need this book in your life. The entire series has been great so far but I do believe that death is my favorite book.
October 22, 2024
𝑺𝒊𝒈𝒉!! 😻
🆆🅷🅰🆃 🆃🅾 🅻🅾🅾🅺 🅵🅾🆁🆆🅰🆁🅳 🆃🅾:
🏍️ MC Romance
🏍️ Curvy h
🏍️ Neighbours
🏍️ She's Sassy
🏍️ He owns a Security comp
🏍️ Delicious Chemistry
🏍️ Banter 🔥
🏍️ Both MCs are in their late 30s
📢 𝑪𝑨𝑼𝑻𝑰𝑶𝑵𝑨𝑹𝒀 𝑪𝑨𝑳𝑳-𝑶𝑼𝑻: 📢
Not that dark but I'd highly suggest reading author's TW.
🅼🆈 🆁🅴🆅🅸🅴🆆:
Wow... First time reading Ms. Rose's writing and I've become an instant fan.
I've mostly read MC books which are mostly dark in flavour but this one was definitely different and freaking amazing.
Yes, there's darkness there but also we get lots of warmth and a chemistry that will melt you (when they haven't even done the deed yet😉) and so much of the fun banter.
Raya, along with her younger sister, has moved into the new place, after the tragic incident that happened, expecting a fresh start.
Raya certainly didn't expect her neighbour to be a hot and brooding man who's also so rude at times, that she doesn't whether to hate him more or want him more.
Right from the first page, this book had me hooked.
I loved how Raya was just hilarious in the ways she would fluster at times and yet give attitude to Death, her neighbour.
Death aka Leland is a man who likes to mind his business and also his club; his brothers are his life.
He certainly never saw his cute neighbour with all her sassiness making him yearn for more when all his life he's only been interested in casual times.
Death and Raya were freaking fire together, from their avoiding each other to their arguments and their banter... Ahhh... I loved them together oh so much.
There's this one shower scene and remember this is when Raya is still unsure what they are to each other and Death's been giving all the hints but nothing's happened between them AND THEN... She's showering and he just walks in, asks if she's done while talking about his day and then while she's still shocked and lusting over seeing him n@k€d for the first time, quietly goes to shower in 𝖿𝗋𝗈𝗇𝗍 𝗈𝖿 𝗁𝖾𝗋... DAYUMMM... SERIOUSLY I WAS ALREADY MELTED with the way Death makes it seem so normal.🥵🔥🥵
I also loved how Raya and her sister have this amazing bond between them that's playful and strong inspite of their past.
Ahhh... I seriously smiled and panted over all the hotness, the way Raya and Death are together and also how fiercely protective they are of their family... has my heart.
I can't wait to read about Torch and Wren in the next one. Absolutely loved loved this one.❤️❤️❤️❤️
🆆🅷🅰🆃 🆃🅾 🅻🅾🅾🅺 🅵🅾🆁🆆🅰🆁🅳 🆃🅾:
🏍️ MC Romance
🏍️ Curvy h
🏍️ Neighbours
🏍️ She's Sassy
🏍️ He owns a Security comp
🏍️ Delicious Chemistry
🏍️ Banter 🔥
🏍️ Both MCs are in their late 30s
📢 𝑪𝑨𝑼𝑻𝑰𝑶𝑵𝑨𝑹𝒀 𝑪𝑨𝑳𝑳-𝑶𝑼𝑻: 📢
Not that dark but I'd highly suggest reading author's TW.
🅼🆈 🆁🅴🆅🅸🅴🆆:
Wow... First time reading Ms. Rose's writing and I've become an instant fan.
I've mostly read MC books which are mostly dark in flavour but this one was definitely different and freaking amazing.
Yes, there's darkness there but also we get lots of warmth and a chemistry that will melt you (when they haven't even done the deed yet😉) and so much of the fun banter.
Raya, along with her younger sister, has moved into the new place, after the tragic incident that happened, expecting a fresh start.
Raya certainly didn't expect her neighbour to be a hot and brooding man who's also so rude at times, that she doesn't whether to hate him more or want him more.
Right from the first page, this book had me hooked.
I loved how Raya was just hilarious in the ways she would fluster at times and yet give attitude to Death, her neighbour.
Death aka Leland is a man who likes to mind his business and also his club; his brothers are his life.
He certainly never saw his cute neighbour with all her sassiness making him yearn for more when all his life he's only been interested in casual times.
Death and Raya were freaking fire together, from their avoiding each other to their arguments and their banter... Ahhh... I loved them together oh so much.
There's this one shower scene and remember this is when Raya is still unsure what they are to each other and Death's been giving all the hints but nothing's happened between them AND THEN... She's showering and he just walks in, asks if she's done while talking about his day and then while she's still shocked and lusting over seeing him n@k€d for the first time, quietly goes to shower in 𝖿𝗋𝗈𝗇𝗍 𝗈𝖿 𝗁𝖾𝗋... DAYUMMM... SERIOUSLY I WAS ALREADY MELTED with the way Death makes it seem so normal.🥵🔥🥵
I also loved how Raya and her sister have this amazing bond between them that's playful and strong inspite of their past.
Ahhh... I seriously smiled and panted over all the hotness, the way Raya and Death are together and also how fiercely protective they are of their family... has my heart.
I can't wait to read about Torch and Wren in the next one. Absolutely loved loved this one.❤️❤️❤️❤️
May 1, 2023
Death and Raya just gave me frenamies in all the best ways. There is something so freaking fantastic about reading that tension turn to a burning attraction into an inferno of feelings until the characters cannot take any more. Uhhhh. It is my weakness.
Death is a little grump, arrogant and all kinds of bad for you in the best way. He's also super nosey, a little entitled and a whole lot of demanding. It's a scrumptious combination when all that is aimed at getting your every attentions. I love that he didn't pretend to be anyone he wasn't. He was honest, but kind when it was needed to Raya and he sister Wren. He never made her feel less that and good lord the protectiveness is EVERYTHING.
Raya is a little hot mess with a good chunk of trauma and a whole lot of hearts. She's sweet and caring and feels a whole lot, all of the time. I love that she gave as good as she got and stood for herself. She was stubborn and hilarious and had me cackling with her nervous chattering. She was also so protective over her baby sister and anyone else she thought was hurt. Truly, she had a heart of gold.
These pair had me rocking. They stressed me with the internal attraction they just wouldn't say out loud and yet there actions spoke a thousand words. They had crazy chemistry and hilarious moments of bickering and banter that had me laughing so hard. They just fit even when they didn't want to admit it themselves. I adore that she was the sweet to his salty and acted almost like a conscious for him. Sweet AF.
I love their story and the many faces that popped in along the way. There really was never a dull moment. A tonne of personality, a whole lot of laughter, teasing, temptation and finally some steamy loving's. Moment of true heartbreak and times of healing. It really was a whole moment.
Now I really need a book for Wren and Torch. Torch because I need to know this man and his crazy. I need it now.
It really was just so good!. I can't wait for the next.
Death is a little grump, arrogant and all kinds of bad for you in the best way. He's also super nosey, a little entitled and a whole lot of demanding. It's a scrumptious combination when all that is aimed at getting your every attentions. I love that he didn't pretend to be anyone he wasn't. He was honest, but kind when it was needed to Raya and he sister Wren. He never made her feel less that and good lord the protectiveness is EVERYTHING.
Raya is a little hot mess with a good chunk of trauma and a whole lot of hearts. She's sweet and caring and feels a whole lot, all of the time. I love that she gave as good as she got and stood for herself. She was stubborn and hilarious and had me cackling with her nervous chattering. She was also so protective over her baby sister and anyone else she thought was hurt. Truly, she had a heart of gold.
These pair had me rocking. They stressed me with the internal attraction they just wouldn't say out loud and yet there actions spoke a thousand words. They had crazy chemistry and hilarious moments of bickering and banter that had me laughing so hard. They just fit even when they didn't want to admit it themselves. I adore that she was the sweet to his salty and acted almost like a conscious for him. Sweet AF.
I love their story and the many faces that popped in along the way. There really was never a dull moment. A tonne of personality, a whole lot of laughter, teasing, temptation and finally some steamy loving's. Moment of true heartbreak and times of healing. It really was a whole moment.
Now I really need a book for Wren and Torch. Torch because I need to know this man and his crazy. I need it now.
It really was just so good!. I can't wait for the next.
April 18, 2023
4 1/2 Stars
I don't know what it was that I enjoyed so much about Lila Rose's latest Diamond MC book, Death, but I found that I couldn't stop reading it. There was a lot that I enjoyed about this book. One thing that made me really happy is that I appreciated that Death and Raya's relationship started with a real friendship. Yes both of them might have had feelings for the other, but they got to know one another first, allowing them to be good friends before they became a couple. I also appreciated that in the story Raya was a bit older than you're typical female lead in a romance novel, she was thirty-eight, which by no means is old. But your typical romance lead is probably late twenties or early thirties.
Raya was my favorite character in this book because I couldn't get over how great of a character she was, she was so emotionally strong. She did so much for her younger sister, to ensure that she had everything she needed. She went toe to toe with a biker, Death, and didn't show any fear, just embarrassment when she tripped over her own feet into a fence. And despite all the stuff she has going on in her life she continues to be a good person, even after what happened to her parents. I hope if there is another book in the Diamond MC series, we can see more of Raya, even if she is just a side character.
I don't know what it was that I enjoyed so much about Lila Rose's latest Diamond MC book, Death, but I found that I couldn't stop reading it. There was a lot that I enjoyed about this book. One thing that made me really happy is that I appreciated that Death and Raya's relationship started with a real friendship. Yes both of them might have had feelings for the other, but they got to know one another first, allowing them to be good friends before they became a couple. I also appreciated that in the story Raya was a bit older than you're typical female lead in a romance novel, she was thirty-eight, which by no means is old. But your typical romance lead is probably late twenties or early thirties.
Raya was my favorite character in this book because I couldn't get over how great of a character she was, she was so emotionally strong. She did so much for her younger sister, to ensure that she had everything she needed. She went toe to toe with a biker, Death, and didn't show any fear, just embarrassment when she tripped over her own feet into a fence. And despite all the stuff she has going on in her life she continues to be a good person, even after what happened to her parents. I hope if there is another book in the Diamond MC series, we can see more of Raya, even if she is just a side character.
April 1, 2023
Death is book 3 in the Diamond MC series by Lila Rose and tells the story of Death and Raya. Death was happy without having neighbours who would bother him, but when Raya and her sister move in everything changes and he implements himself into the little unit, at first without meaning too and then due to his falling for Raya, the feisty neighbour who is sweet but won’t take any rubbish from Death. When Death learns why they have moved next door to him, he knows that he is going to protect the women with his life and bring to justice those who have done them wrong.
For a tattooed, bad boy, Death can be really sweet at times as well as domineering and just stampedes into Raya’s life like he has been there forever! Raya is a little gun shy to begin with, but with these two, it is instant attraction and sparks certainly fly!
As with other books in this series we get to see the interaction of the MC and what it means to be family. It is definitely a quick and enjoyable read and I can’t wait to see whose up next!
ARC received for a fair, honest and sometimes long review. All opinions are my own. 😊
More of my reviews can be found on my blog: http://thehotmesslibrary.blogspot.com
For a tattooed, bad boy, Death can be really sweet at times as well as domineering and just stampedes into Raya’s life like he has been there forever! Raya is a little gun shy to begin with, but with these two, it is instant attraction and sparks certainly fly!
As with other books in this series we get to see the interaction of the MC and what it means to be family. It is definitely a quick and enjoyable read and I can’t wait to see whose up next!
ARC received for a fair, honest and sometimes long review. All opinions are my own. 😊
More of my reviews can be found on my blog: http://thehotmesslibrary.blogspot.com
April 18, 2023
4.50 Stars
So, I got this ARC so long ago, but I knew it was going to be a good one, I mean just look at that cover, lol. So, I kept it and as predicted read it in one go 😊 Lila Rose always knows how to drag you into a story and keep you there till the end…
Raya and her sister Wren have been through so much the last couple of months. So, moving into their aunts’ place was a new start for them. Running into their next-door neighbor was an experience 😊
Death wasn’t too keen on new neighbors. He likes his life the way it is. He doesn’t date, only does hookups… Meeting Raya and her sister and getting involved with them is not on his list of things to do. But no matter how much he tries not to get involved with Raya and her sister its just not happening…
I loved this story. These two were so freaking cute together. And when things turned upside down, they really stuck together. Their chemistry was so HOT and you could feel their attraction. Loved that we got to see previous characters and characters from Polished P&P 😊 Loved the suspense, loved, loved the romance, loved Death and definitely loved Raya and Wren 😊 I cant wait to see if Torch and Wren will have a story…
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Fay’s Corner
So, I got this ARC so long ago, but I knew it was going to be a good one, I mean just look at that cover, lol. So, I kept it and as predicted read it in one go 😊 Lila Rose always knows how to drag you into a story and keep you there till the end…
Raya and her sister Wren have been through so much the last couple of months. So, moving into their aunts’ place was a new start for them. Running into their next-door neighbor was an experience 😊
Death wasn’t too keen on new neighbors. He likes his life the way it is. He doesn’t date, only does hookups… Meeting Raya and her sister and getting involved with them is not on his list of things to do. But no matter how much he tries not to get involved with Raya and her sister its just not happening…
I loved this story. These two were so freaking cute together. And when things turned upside down, they really stuck together. Their chemistry was so HOT and you could feel their attraction. Loved that we got to see previous characters and characters from Polished P&P 😊 Loved the suspense, loved, loved the romance, loved Death and definitely loved Raya and Wren 😊 I cant wait to see if Torch and Wren will have a story…
Read on behalf of
Fay’s Corner
May 27, 2023
So this was really good, but then it felt so rushed.
There was so much build-up to this relationship with Death and Raya, but then it was like the author forgot there was supposed to be some drama, so she literally threw in 2 chapters of drama.
I would have loved more of the relationship built once they got together (like a date at least), but we got time jumps and really nothing. WHAT ABOUT THE GIRLS NIGHT!!!!
(Let's talk about it happening several times but never deliver WTH).
One thing I did love was that she was older in her 30s, and it was reflected some of the insecurities ppl that age have especially when it comes to dating (i.e her boobs werent as perky but he didnt care which is so refreshing) It was actually really nice to read that part.
I thought there was going to be more with his family or maybe Wren and Jupiter becoming trauma buddies, but it was like - bam Jupiter's drama, then 2 chapters later poof all fixed and she is gone -
There were a bunch of subplots that weren't resolved and most likely for future stories. (I actually really like the idea of Torch and Wren.. Torch seems like such an interesting character. I just hope it's done well)
I guess I just wanted more depth, not the rush to end.
These are super quick, easy reads, but they are just lacking, maybe too heavily edited, I don't know.
There was so much build-up to this relationship with Death and Raya, but then it was like the author forgot there was supposed to be some drama, so she literally threw in 2 chapters of drama.
I would have loved more of the relationship built once they got together (like a date at least), but we got time jumps and really nothing. WHAT ABOUT THE GIRLS NIGHT!!!!
(Let's talk about it happening several times but never deliver WTH).
One thing I did love was that she was older in her 30s, and it was reflected some of the insecurities ppl that age have especially when it comes to dating (i.e her boobs werent as perky but he didnt care which is so refreshing) It was actually really nice to read that part.
I thought there was going to be more with his family or maybe Wren and Jupiter becoming trauma buddies, but it was like - bam Jupiter's drama, then 2 chapters later poof all fixed and she is gone -
There were a bunch of subplots that weren't resolved and most likely for future stories. (I actually really like the idea of Torch and Wren.. Torch seems like such an interesting character. I just hope it's done well)
I guess I just wanted more depth, not the rush to end.
These are super quick, easy reads, but they are just lacking, maybe too heavily edited, I don't know.
March 19, 2023
ARC Review of Death by Lila Rose
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A slow burn romance that was not heavy on the drama, but a spoonful of sugar and chilli flakes - sweet and hot!
Death was enjoying his current neighbour situation...until two young women next door. He wasn't into drama. He wasn't into chit chat. He wasn't into blondes.
However, he got Raya and her little sister.
After a tragedy that had Raya and her sister basically orphans, and poor Wrenley suffering the aftermath of it all, Raya is hoping for a fresh start in a new home and to work hard. However, her neighbour seems to like loud music and has decidedly thought it to be alright to be all up in her business...without being 'all up in her business'.
She wishes.
He's tall and tattooed and built like a well-oiled machine!
Their lives entangle and so do their families when one event connects them both and has them growing closer...
I liked how this read was not so heavy, too a break and just gave us some more mellow material. DON'T MISTAKE THIS AS BEING BORING. Oh no! It does deliver the sauciness and some darkness as Lila always promises, and I cannot wait to see who her next targets are for the series!
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A slow burn romance that was not heavy on the drama, but a spoonful of sugar and chilli flakes - sweet and hot!
Death was enjoying his current neighbour situation...until two young women next door. He wasn't into drama. He wasn't into chit chat. He wasn't into blondes.
However, he got Raya and her little sister.
After a tragedy that had Raya and her sister basically orphans, and poor Wrenley suffering the aftermath of it all, Raya is hoping for a fresh start in a new home and to work hard. However, her neighbour seems to like loud music and has decidedly thought it to be alright to be all up in her business...without being 'all up in her business'.
She wishes.
He's tall and tattooed and built like a well-oiled machine!
Their lives entangle and so do their families when one event connects them both and has them growing closer...
I liked how this read was not so heavy, too a break and just gave us some more mellow material. DON'T MISTAKE THIS AS BEING BORING. Oh no! It does deliver the sauciness and some darkness as Lila always promises, and I cannot wait to see who her next targets are for the series!
July 22, 2024
Life has dealt Raya and her little sister a crappy hand and pretty much the only way to move on from it is with a complete life reboot, which has them moving to a new town and starting over. Little do they know though their little move has becoming neighbors to a man that is about to change Raya's life in ways she never expected.
Death is the story of two people who aren't in the market for love, but it finds them anyway. Death and Raya have this slow burn kind of romance, sure there is instant attraction, but both are wary to give into it and so they take things slow and become friends first. This friendship they build draws them deeper into one another's lives and makes their bond impossible to break, no matter what is thrown their way.
I loved watching these two fall for one another, their story had moments that made me smile and laugh, moments that made me blush, and of course the sweeter moments that tugged on my heartstrings... it was such a good read!! Highly recommend!
I requested an advanced copy of this title from the publisher and I am voluntarily leaving my honest and unbiased opinion.
Death is the story of two people who aren't in the market for love, but it finds them anyway. Death and Raya have this slow burn kind of romance, sure there is instant attraction, but both are wary to give into it and so they take things slow and become friends first. This friendship they build draws them deeper into one another's lives and makes their bond impossible to break, no matter what is thrown their way.
I loved watching these two fall for one another, their story had moments that made me smile and laugh, moments that made me blush, and of course the sweeter moments that tugged on my heartstrings... it was such a good read!! Highly recommend!
I requested an advanced copy of this title from the publisher and I am voluntarily leaving my honest and unbiased opinion.
October 31, 2024
FMC: Raya
MMC: Leland “Death”
Tropes: forced proximity, neighbors, motorcycle club, touch her and die
Spice Rating: 2
Series: Yes | Interconnected Standalone - Book Three of the Diamond MC Series
Cliffhanger: No
This was a re-read for me. I wanted to refresh myself with the characters in this one since the author’s newest release was related closely to this story.
I’m a sucker for neighbor romances. Mainly because most of the neighbor romances I’ve read include the best banter, embarrassing situations, and sexual tension. Honestly, with that combination what’s not to love?
Death's story was different then I expected. I think when I read him in the Polished P&P series, I started to imagine a story for him. However, the one the author wrote is exactly what he needed and I loved every minute of it. Raya is not what he was expecting and he tries to keep some distance. Of course being neighbors and all that doesn't mean that works out.
As always, the author's MC guys are possessive, protective, and insanely hot! Sigh... where do I find one of these men for myself? Guess I'll just have to continue enjoying them in books.
MMC: Leland “Death”
Tropes: forced proximity, neighbors, motorcycle club, touch her and die
Spice Rating: 2
Series: Yes | Interconnected Standalone - Book Three of the Diamond MC Series
Cliffhanger: No
This was a re-read for me. I wanted to refresh myself with the characters in this one since the author’s newest release was related closely to this story.
I’m a sucker for neighbor romances. Mainly because most of the neighbor romances I’ve read include the best banter, embarrassing situations, and sexual tension. Honestly, with that combination what’s not to love?
Death's story was different then I expected. I think when I read him in the Polished P&P series, I started to imagine a story for him. However, the one the author wrote is exactly what he needed and I loved every minute of it. Raya is not what he was expecting and he tries to keep some distance. Of course being neighbors and all that doesn't mean that works out.
As always, the author's MC guys are possessive, protective, and insanely hot! Sigh... where do I find one of these men for myself? Guess I'll just have to continue enjoying them in books.
April 18, 2023
I received a complimentary early release e-book prior to release and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This is the story about Raya more than it's a story about Death. Raya and her sister, Wren did not have a great childhood. But things went bad when Wren saw her father kill their mother and now, he is in jail. They both have moved and are living in a house next door to Death.
Death never dates, he just does hookups. That is until he meets his new neighbors. It is not love at first sight for these two but as time goes by they form a friendship. Death ends up falling hard for Raya but he has to convince her that he has feelings for her.
Meanwhile Deaths sister gets attacked and Raya starts having some issues at work. I loved how Death was there for his two females. I also loved Wren. I cannot wait to see what happens with her and Torch.
This was a hot and sexy romance, and I really loved it. Death was so sweet to his sister and with Raya. There are a few scenes with some violence, but it was fairly tame for a motorcycle gang romance.
This is the story about Raya more than it's a story about Death. Raya and her sister, Wren did not have a great childhood. But things went bad when Wren saw her father kill their mother and now, he is in jail. They both have moved and are living in a house next door to Death.
Death never dates, he just does hookups. That is until he meets his new neighbors. It is not love at first sight for these two but as time goes by they form a friendship. Death ends up falling hard for Raya but he has to convince her that he has feelings for her.
Meanwhile Deaths sister gets attacked and Raya starts having some issues at work. I loved how Death was there for his two females. I also loved Wren. I cannot wait to see what happens with her and Torch.
This was a hot and sexy romance, and I really loved it. Death was so sweet to his sister and with Raya. There are a few scenes with some violence, but it was fairly tame for a motorcycle gang romance.
April 18, 2023
Lila Rose let me just say that you will ALWAYS be my go to author. I’m so in love with your stories… the men and women too, I can just never get enough. When I’m in a book funk your books bring me back. So please please keep doing what you do!!
Death….with a name like that you expect someone way different then who he really is. Don’t get me wrong he got his name for a reason but still. He’s a grumpy grumbling man, but when someone needs him he’s there, no questions asked. When his new neighbor moves in he expects the worse. Little does he know that his life is about to change.
Raya…has been through somethings recently. She taking care of her younger sister. She works her butt off to have what she has. But when someone at work starts causing problems Raya wants to be as far away from it as possible. Though sometimes life just doesn’t happen the way you want it to.
These two together… just wow! So hot,sweet and beautiful. I just couldn’t stop reading. I can’t wait to see who’s book is next!!
Death….with a name like that you expect someone way different then who he really is. Don’t get me wrong he got his name for a reason but still. He’s a grumpy grumbling man, but when someone needs him he’s there, no questions asked. When his new neighbor moves in he expects the worse. Little does he know that his life is about to change.
Raya…has been through somethings recently. She taking care of her younger sister. She works her butt off to have what she has. But when someone at work starts causing problems Raya wants to be as far away from it as possible. Though sometimes life just doesn’t happen the way you want it to.
These two together… just wow! So hot,sweet and beautiful. I just couldn’t stop reading. I can’t wait to see who’s book is next!!
April 2, 2023
I have read several of this author's work and I have enjoyed each hero, but have fell in love with her heroines. Death is no different. There is more than meets the eyes with these 2 sisters. Raya is just as sweet as she is sassy. There are many layers to her that she does not show to just anyone. Raya and Wren have been through a tragic event that has brought them to their new environment. When an accident brings Raya to Death's front door we get our first taste of him..Death starts out with him being a huge jerk that you really want to dislike, but turns into this giant of a teddy bear you can't help but fall in love with. There is suspense, mystery, and of course we get to see these two in action.....
This storyline was well written fast paced and kept me engaged throughout the whole book. I loved getting caught up with past characters and being introduced to new ones. I am really hoping Wren gets her own book with a certain biker...
This storyline was well written fast paced and kept me engaged throughout the whole book. I loved getting caught up with past characters and being introduced to new ones. I am really hoping Wren gets her own book with a certain biker...
April 15, 2023
Death & Raya
New home and a new neighbor who was less than friendly. He might think he could scare her but she'd been through a lot and her job now was to protect and help her sister overcome the trauma she'd experienced. Just because he was a hot, tatted-up biker didn't mean she'd let him make her back down and cower.
He didn't like neighbors but he was used to the ones he had until the empty house next door brought new ones. A sassy hot blond and her sister. He didn't do blonds. But somehow she managed to break down his defenses. Just as they were both about to meet in the middle, someone in his family was hurt. Raya was about to learn about his name and just how protective he could be, just as he was going to see how caring she could be.
Great characters, lots of club action, steam, loyalty, and danger. A touching relationship built by two unlikely people. You'll be putting this one in your READ AGAIN list.
Reviewed for Words Turn Me On
New home and a new neighbor who was less than friendly. He might think he could scare her but she'd been through a lot and her job now was to protect and help her sister overcome the trauma she'd experienced. Just because he was a hot, tatted-up biker didn't mean she'd let him make her back down and cower.
He didn't like neighbors but he was used to the ones he had until the empty house next door brought new ones. A sassy hot blond and her sister. He didn't do blonds. But somehow she managed to break down his defenses. Just as they were both about to meet in the middle, someone in his family was hurt. Raya was about to learn about his name and just how protective he could be, just as he was going to see how caring she could be.
Great characters, lots of club action, steam, loyalty, and danger. A touching relationship built by two unlikely people. You'll be putting this one in your READ AGAIN list.
Reviewed for Words Turn Me On
April 16, 2023
Book 3 in the Diamond MC and Lila Rose has yet again taken a biker with the road name of Death and made me fall in love with him - Death may have to be the big bad mean biker in the club with a vice around his heart, but sassy new neighbour Raya is about to calm that vice, however, it does not start out that way, the pair butt heads from the moment they meet but I loved how slightly accident prone Raya still had great strength, because, even though there are some light moments there are also some gut-wrenching ones as well, the reason that Raya and her sister for one have moved into their aunt's house, the darkness that descends the club when Death's sister is hurt, all ensured that the Diamond MC Book 3 was a spine-tingling couldn't put down must read.
I am not sure when Raya's sister Wrenley will get her story, but I think it is going to be something even more special if that is at all possible.
I am not sure when Raya's sister Wrenley will get her story, but I think it is going to be something even more special if that is at all possible.
April 24, 2023
Death by Lila Rose
I absolutely love this author and this book. This is book three in the series and it is Death’s book or Raya’s journey. My heart broke in to a million pieces for what Wren and then for what Jupiter went through. They were amazingly strong and I loved that they both had Raya to help for Wren every step of the way and for Joop when she met her and with out questions. Raya was such a sweet loving soul and was perfect for Death or Leland which I like way better than Death. I wish we could have had more of an inside of what that POC endured in the hands of Death and Torch and their brothers for what he did to Jupiter and then to Raya. I was so hooked on this story. I really hope we get Torch’s book and story I just have a feeling he will leave us wrecked. I also would love a book on Wren and hopefully it’s with Torch and also one for Jupiter. Looking forward to what this author gives next.
I absolutely love this author and this book. This is book three in the series and it is Death’s book or Raya’s journey. My heart broke in to a million pieces for what Wren and then for what Jupiter went through. They were amazingly strong and I loved that they both had Raya to help for Wren every step of the way and for Joop when she met her and with out questions. Raya was such a sweet loving soul and was perfect for Death or Leland which I like way better than Death. I wish we could have had more of an inside of what that POC endured in the hands of Death and Torch and their brothers for what he did to Jupiter and then to Raya. I was so hooked on this story. I really hope we get Torch’s book and story I just have a feeling he will leave us wrecked. I also would love a book on Wren and hopefully it’s with Torch and also one for Jupiter. Looking forward to what this author gives next.
March 25, 2023
Another outstanding storyline in the Diamond MC series. Death comes across as gruff and a little blunt at times however beneath the hard exterior lays as heart the size of Texas when it comes to the ones he loves and cares about. When Raya and her sister move in next door after a family tragedy, Death is concerned they will upset the harmony in the street. However as much as he tries to keep a wall between them Raya seems to be able to leap it even though occasionally she misjudges it and it causes her to stumble and fall. These two are drawn to each other like a moth to a flame. There is chemistry that is electric and plenty of drama and grit to have you on the edge of your seat. The brotherhood shines bright in their story with them coming together to support and protect what is theirs. An amazing love story with plenty of heat to set the pages on fire.
April 16, 2023
Absolutely loved this book! Death has his heart stolen by the girl next door and even though he thinks he’s not the settling down type Raya’s sassiness pulls him in. It’s pretty much love at first sight when Raya & her sister Wren move in next door to Death. He tries to be the big scary biker at first to keep his peace but the girls crack that tough exterior. Trigger warning there is murder & rape involved in this book , but the Diamond MC protects & gets justice for those they consider family. This is a really good read and brings out all of the emotions, I was laughing at the banter between the characters. It kept me on the edge of my seat waiting to see if they would keep denying their feelings for each other or finally act on them. The spicy moments are worth waiting for I promise.- Elizabeth
April 18, 2023
Death is perturbed when he sees a moving truck next-door to him, and he is worried about upsetting the balance of his street. When he sees two women getting out of the car he is really upset because the first one is blonde and he doesn’t do blondes. Raya and her sister just moved in after a family tragedy and just want a place to rest and heal. There are some miscommunication between Raya and Death that lead to some hilarious encounters. They keep fighting their feelings for each other and trying to stay away, but the draw to each other is too strong. When an unfortunate event strikes Death’s blood family the only person he thinks is Raya to have a calming affect on him and his family. Will Death and Raya finally give in and get together? I couldn’t put this book down. I kept flipping the pages, not wanting it to end.
April 18, 2023
It was great to catch up with the guys from Diamond MC again, many of who I've met before and I enjoyed seeing how they were going with their various partners. This time it's Death's turn to find their partner even though he doesn't think he wants one.
Death and his new neighbour Raya clash straight off the bat, but that clashing turns to sexual chemistry which turns into Death starting to feel possessive about Raya and Raya falling for Death.
Once again there is drama that the Diamond MC guys need to take care of in ways that definitely aren't legal. This time they are giving a rapist and serial abuser the payback he deserves after he hurts those closest to Death.
I love the found family that are the members of the Diamond MC and their partners and I'm looking forward to seeing who gets bitten by love next.
Death and his new neighbour Raya clash straight off the bat, but that clashing turns to sexual chemistry which turns into Death starting to feel possessive about Raya and Raya falling for Death.
Once again there is drama that the Diamond MC guys need to take care of in ways that definitely aren't legal. This time they are giving a rapist and serial abuser the payback he deserves after he hurts those closest to Death.
I love the found family that are the members of the Diamond MC and their partners and I'm looking forward to seeing who gets bitten by love next.
April 18, 2023
Death doesn't do neighbors or blondes so when his new neighbor (a blonde) moves next door, well, he's not quite so happy. Hell, he's downright rude to her, and yet, the sparks are flying between them. The good news is that that blonde named Raya, will go toe to toe with anyone so she kept him on his toes. These two are seriously meant for each other so it's not too long before they're acting on the sparks flying, and Death shows that he can indeed be sweet so there's that. Of course there's suspense to this story as well so while we see the sweet side of Death, when the twists start coming in hot with the danger, well, let's just say Death isn't merely a nickname. This story was very easy to read in one sitting as Lila Rose is a fantastic author who drew me in from the jump & didn't let me go so yeah, I HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO ALL!
April 19, 2023
I have to admit that while reading the first two books in this series (which are fantastic by the way), Death was the guy who I was most curious about in the MC. I wouldn't have been able to explain it to you then, but since I have now read his story I can tell you now. He is the "no way will I get involved" guy. The one that is most resistant to having someone in his life. So I just knew that it would be just epic when he found someone that would knock him for a loop. I loved Raya for him. So much. Lila writes great guys, but the women she writes for them are just the best. Raya is strong and sassy and gives him a reason to break from that resistance. Their story is fantastic and I can't wait to read more in this series. I also want to recommend that you read everything that Lila writes. She is one of my favorite writers and the world she creates is amazing.
I give Death 5 hearts!
I give Death 5 hearts!
April 19, 2023
I probably am 90% M/M reader with a few exceptions and Lila is one of them, I can read almost anything she writes and she writes a good combination of both M/F and M/M and sometimes something surprising like M/F/M & M/M/M it's why I love her. You never know what you'll get, But I also love her humour in writing, as a brit a lot of writing doesn't make me laugh out loud as it's not my humor but Lila's book's are one of the only one's that can. It's like second hand embarrassment or you can picture it happening and it just makes you laugh. This book did that, it was LOL funny, Raya just can't help but make you laugh, she was very relatable. I was surprised by death But I did love him. And they were perfect together. I loved this book! I can not wait for the next couple of books Henri & Blaze and Wren & Torch! 💖 amazingly Lila wrote this when she was diagnosed with cancer. 💜
April 9, 2023
This story is why this is one of my favorite authors! Death and Raya are absolutely amazing! Death becomes friends with the new neighbors he didn’t even want and it quickly turns into more with Raya. She is so adorable but definitely has a backbone! I love how protective she is of her sister! Her and Death definitely have that in common! These two are just perfect for each other! I just loved seeing characters that I already loved and meeting new ones! This was a fantastic story that I couldn’t put down! A great addition to the series that is so enjoyable and entertaining! I really hope we get Torch’s story soon! Very highly recommend! This is my honest opinion of this complimentary copy of this book
April 18, 2023
Death is book three in the Diamond MC series. I would say that these are best read in order when it comes to the MC background and story on how the events and characters evolve. Death's name is perfect for him, but when you find out his real name it is also fitting. Just when blondes are sworn off a neighbor decides to change the game. It is funny how ballsy Raya really is when it comes to him. Most people would be scared of him, especially when it comes to her and her sisters' past. It was nice to see how far her sister came and I am hoping that as scary as Torch may be at times that she and him end up together. You get a mix of feelings reading this story. I like these types of MC when it is good, some mild bad and alphas that change when it comes to their ladies.
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