Requested and received an ARC from NetGalley.

So I'm torn with this one, and although I finished it in a day there were some parts I had to struggle through. It varied wildly between a 2 and 3 star read for me, and although I didn't love it, I didn't hate it either so maybe my final rating would be closer to a 2.75. I like biker books and I really like single father stories which is why despite my own mixed feelings about the previous books in this series I dived back in again (because I really wanted to know about the fractures in the club). I think the two main questions are "Can an outlaw biker be a good dad?" and "Can a woman who had a bad experience in the life make peace with it?" Most of my issues with this book can be laid at Lara's feet but I think Chaser/Ryan failed as dad material. There was no doubt he loved his girl but the fact he left her in the not so tender care of his psycho sister whenever he had to deal with club business which could last for weeks or when he just came back from weeks away and was busy spending his free time crawling into Lara's pants when he KNEW his daughter was flailing screams PARENTAL FAILURE. Then there's Lara. Born to club life, abandoned to club life and finally escapes the life all to fall directly onto Chaser's d**k within 15 minutes of a very dirty Parent / Teacher Conference. *sigh* She had valid points about the Club/brotherhood always coming first, that women who are connected to the life can really only be old ladies or club whores and there's only so many old lady positions to go around. She spends a LOT of time comparing her love of bikers to an addiction she just can't kick. Eventually after far too many inner dialogues she submits to her inner need to be Chaser's without ever seeming to come to terms with her initial problems with club life. FYI this story lasts just a week. So those who are ok with insta-love may like this book a whole lot more than I did. There were some great sparks between the two of them when she was throwing sass but it would have been nice had they drawn out the actual romance more so I could at least believe she was "old lady" material instead of having her acting far more like a club whore. We do get some answers on what is happening within the club, but it seemed a little too simple so I'm hoping there is more to it in the next book.

Loved it! This is a very sexy romance that begins when Lara, a new teacher, calls Chaser repeatedly to discuss a problem with one of her students....who is also Chaser's daughter. After the seventh phone call, Chaser shows up in Lara's classroom and gives her a hard time. However, he's surprised that Lara gives it right back to him and doesn't care that he's the MC's enforcer. Before more than a few minutes have passed, they have sex in the classroom and Chaser learns her darkest secret.

No one can tell a motorcycle club romance like this author - she lets all the grit and nastiness shine through while telling a non-traditional romance that makes you care about the characters. This is a very hot and very dirty tale that isn't for the faint of heart, but if you like a wild MC romance, you will love this book. This is a must read for fans of the genre.

ARC received for review

Lara doesn't like bikers since she grew up with first hand knowledge and watched her brother fall. Chase doesn't care, and he's inside her within 10 minutes of meeting. Lots and lots of hot sex plus drama. Throw in the previous couples and Digger/Fat Irish drama, of course, it's not all finished so we'll get another book.

Is the good sheriff going to end up with her?!?!? ooohhhhhh

But I'm hoping Roscoe is up next for his HEA.

This book was OMG! I could not and did not want to put it down. The main characters were what I would want to be in another life. She is sassy and strong and he is strong, gruff yet caring. This was stuff that dreams are made of. I definitely recommend this book. I can't wait to see what happens next in that world.

My second favorite of the series so far. Liked seeing more of the club. Great main characters. Writing seems to be improving as the story goes along. Looking forward to reading more.

Every single book in this series is better than the last. Boy I'm a big fan of her writing. Gritty, sexy, raw, and passionate Lara and Chaser' s story will take your breath away. I am not a fan of this genre but I will snatch up a book by Crane in a heartbeat. I'm dying with anticipation for the next one. This series is going on my keep shelf '

Excellent read

Don't blink, this book is written with a fast pace storyline so you might miss something.
Lara isn't surprised to find herself attracted to Chaser. Not at all. Chaser on the other hand, is surprised by how her bravado. It would normally tick him off, instead it turns him on. Not too much drama to be found, so that's another plus.

I skipped book 2, but was still able to keep up with the story - very standalone. I would have liked to see some of the other women from the other stories, but good story.

This book is better than the last one in this series. Ryan with the whole alpha male , do as your told attitude. Then he meets Lara the school teacher and she clashes with him. This is a must read. Can't wait for the next one.