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Answering Atlas

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Answering Atlas is the third installment in Chantal Fernando's Knights & Dragons MC series, and it promises readers a thrilling ride full of club drama, romance, and unexpected complications. If you're looking for a fast-paced read with plenty of twists and turns, then this is the book for you! With never a dull moment, Answering Atlas is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat.

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Chantal was my firts MC romance author and I still love her stories. This one gave me all the feels that I was missing.

Natalie has chosen a path that takes her away from the clubhouse and her family's lifestyle. As a lawyer, she wants to help the ones close to her but she is also very ambitious. Still, she can't escape the life or one particular man.. Atlas, do I like this man. And so does Natalie. He is part of a friendly MC to the Wind Dragons, owns a garage with his twin, and is fixing a bike for Rake, Nat's father.

The chemistry is there just under the surface between Natalie and Atlas, and neither wants to admit it because of some misunderstanding when they meet. He has club business and wants to forget about her but she keeps turning up and he keeps her on his mind until he is keeping her in bed.

There were some time jumps that I did not like since I think that time could have explored what was happening in Nat and Atlas heads. I would have like it more if they didn't happen.

Things do carry over a bit from the previous two books in the Knights and Dragons, but you could dive in with this book, and while you might miss some things, you can still enjoy it. Do I wish that Rhett had less space in the book since I don't like him, yes, but it is what it is.

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Get your tissues ready because this one’s an emotional roller coaster. Natalie has been raised in the MC all of her life and she wants no part of it so she goes on and becomes a lawyer. She takes a vow to never date a biker. The moment atlas sets eyes on Nat he wants her but she judges him by the way he looks and brushes him off. After several encounters with him and him, saving her from the creepy coworker of hers, she softens towards Atlas. Can they work out?

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The third book in the Knights and Dragons MC is Atlas and Natalie's story. I liked the dynamic between these two. There is an attraction from the moment they meet despite misconceptions on both sides. Atlas thinks she is stuck up and ashamed of her biker family and deliberately sets out to wind her up. It was quite funny seeing Natalie trying not to like him but he is persistent and gets through all her defences. Natalie is an ambitious lawyer which brings her into contact with an enemy the clubs are looking for. I enjoyed seeing a strong woman portrayed in a positive way. The chemistry is scorching, they are a couple that talk to each other working through their issues. There is no other woman drama which for an MC romance was a welcome change. There is plenty of club drama one part of it made me really sad. There is a great mix of characters from previous books and it was nice seeing this dynamic play out. Although you could read this as a standalone I would recommend reading the previous books as you get a better understanding of how the clubs are connected.

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I absolutely love The Wind Dragons MC series, the characters blow me away. When I found out that Rake’s daughter, Natalie, had a book coming; I seriously started happy dancing. Except, Natalie doesn’t want anything to do with that life, she is a lawyer and that’s where she wants to stay. And the twins come in, Aries and Atlas; you have to live them. It’s Atlas that falls for Natalie and vice versa. Each page I was drawn into their world and the danger that came. With an ending I didn’t see coming, I couldn’t put this story down.

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Answering Atlas by Chantal Fernando is book Three in the Knights & Dragons MC Series. This is the story of Natalie and Atlas. Natalie is the youngest daughter of the Wind Dragon President Rake. So, she grew up in the MC lifestyle. But now she wants to live her own life away from that and has become a successful lawyer. So, she has no desire to get involved with someone from a MC club. Atlas is the Vice President of the Knights of Fury. Atlas also has a twin brother Aries who Natalie happens to see at a bar. Atlas was used to getting mixed up with his brother but this time he wants Natalie to know him and learn why she doesn't want to date him due to his MC life. Enjoyed this book.

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I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book (given by the author)...

3.75/4 stars

This is Natalie (Rake’s daughter, from Wind Dragons) and Atlas’s (Knights of Fury) book.

I enjoyed the relationship journey between Atlas and Natalie especially since it didn’t start off so kind. Natalie has a preference of what kind of man she wants and Atlas feels offended, but things quickly change for these two. Atlas was just perfect for Natalie and thankfully we didn’t have to wait too long for that to be shown.

Marko is still on the loose and things get more complicated. I was bit worried how this was going to play out, would this finally be resolved or will be prolonged into another book? However, I did not expect what would unfold both in Atlas’ personal life and Natalie’s professional life. This story really hit me hard because we lose a major character and it downright broke my heart.

Also, I was a bit disappointed in our second generation Wind Dragons, I mean come on their parents had way better action plans. While I do love all of Chantal’s MCs, the Wind Dragons are my personal favorites and I feel like none of the children learned any life saving skills from their parents, aunts, uncles and fellow members. Which makes the ending both shocking also not so much.

I will say the book did focus more on the Marko situation than Atlas and Natalie, their romance did move a bit swiftly.

I’m not sure if there will be anymore books in this series with the way this book ended. I was honestly shocked about the direction this book took, I would have never guessed that Rhett would make that decision.

Perhaps an end of an era?

We get to see some of our favorite characters from the Wind Dragons MC, Knights of Fury and Jaxon from Seducing the Defendant.

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I love this world that Chantal Fernando has created and always enjoy spending time with characters from this. Natalie is the youngest of the original Wind Dragons children and has grown up in the MC world. As an adult, she has decided to try and make a life outside the MC and so doesn't date bikers. She meets Atlas, a biker, who takes offense to her not dating bikers, assumes she does because she looks down on them and thus begins a bit of an enemies to lovers story.

Natalie and Atlas have a lot to work through on their way to Happy Ever After. This book has so much that happens within from some really happy moments, to some incredibly low points for everyone in their world. I very much enjoyed this but also found Natalie and Atlas both frustrating at times as they tried to work their issues - not always handling things in the best ways - but it's also what added to some of that angst I love in my stories. I can't wait to see what comes next from this author!

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Atlas & Natalie

They were both connected to an MC club--different clubs with friendly relations. She was the daughter of the prez. Still very close to her blood family and the club family but as a new attorney, there were limitations. She was determined not to get involved with a biker. Until she met Atlas (and Ares--his twin brother in blood and club)

His first impression was she thought she was too good for him and any biker. They both have lots to learn and they do. The clubs have a mutual enemy, she has a personnel problem at the law firm, and is torn between the clubs, her job, and her best friend and sister.

This is an emotional roller coaster-TISSUE WARNING-steamy, great characters, and storyline. I recommend it just heed my tissue warning.
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Natalie reminded me of her Aunt Faye. Atlas was a typical alpha biker. I loved them both. Atlas and Natalie were absolutely perfect together. Answering Atlas gave me all the feels. This book was a good read. I enjoyed this story and could not put it down. I read it cover to cover in one sitting.
I love the Wind Dragon's MC, so when I read one of their kid's stories, I feel like I'm home. I always want more of the OG Wind Dragons.

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I have read everything since Dragon’s Lair and have loved most of what I read by Chantal. The beginning of this story had so much promise. Snarky heroes and heroines, a push-pull relationship and conflicts of interest. But…it soon became mundane. Not that there isn’t any action, it was just there. I did love how they talked about their ideas and hopes. Chantal did manage to surprise me and I was shocked and sad. One thing I expect from MC books is sex. I normally would never mention it as a point of liking or disliking a book, but I want it in an MC book. I am not sure I will continue on with reading Chantal’s stories. If you want some really good stories with great characters, go back to the original Wind Dragons and start from there.

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Omgosh! I can't say enough for this book! Or this series! First off, I am so glad the author wrote this spinoff series of the Winddragons. The Knights and the Winddragons are my heart! MC books are not one of my usual tropes but the author won my heart with the Winddragons and then the Knights. She's created loveable and hateable characters lol. The world she's created full of spicy romance, peril, comradery, brotherhood and family draws you into the tale. You'll find yourself on the edge of your seat rooting for a swoonworthy hero as well as a strong, independent heroine. I fell in love with Atlas and Natalie, a great example of how true love can come from the most unexpected directions. This will be one of the books/ series I'll reread many times. All the stars for this one!

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Thank you Netgalley for the opportunity to read this..

So this is book 3 in Chantel Fernando's Knights and Dragons series and let me tell you.. WOW!! These books just keep getting better and better.

Natalie is the daughter of the Wind Dragons MC Prez... Vowed she would never date a biker.. having grown up in the life.. she knows what its like.. but when she meets Atlas.. sparks fly.. and with as much as she is attracted to him she just knows it cant happen.. but when danger comes to both MC's door steps, she realizes.. stop denying what is in front of her.. they are better together then not.. and with both MC's working together the sooner they can rid themselves of the common enemy

This was a amazing story.. thank you again for allowing me the opportunity to read this book.

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What a ride! I am really enjoying Chantal Fernando’s MC world and the roll-in of characters I’m already familiar with from her motorcycle custom shop series only makes it more sweet. The plot is thick with stressful moments as the hunt is still on for the culprits who are hurting the MC’s in town and watching Natalie and Atlas come together in a passionate connection is very satisfying. The characters hooked me quickly and the storyline carried me right up until the end. I’m looking forward to more to come in this world.

I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series to anyone that enjoys a close knit group of MC members and their families along with neighboring friends and even other MC’s who are there for each other when danger swarms.

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This story is all about trust and prioritizing family. But when Atlas and Natalie disagree it doesn't feel like the problem lasts forever because Atlas is a man of action. There's no time to waste. Even more so with danger lurking around them.

When I started the book I was amused. And the way the characters discuss and solve their issues seems ideal. I don't think it's that common in real life, so it leaves you with goals. But that causes the drama to be less intense. It's still a good, quick and easy read though.

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I loved this book from cover to cover. The relationship between Natalie and Atlas was real - had humor, doubts, second guesses, tragedy, and romance. IF you enjoy MC books, this is a must read. The plot wove a story about the resolution of a "problem", and flowed smoothly from scene to scene.
I received an advance copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

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Atlas and Natalie’s story was just the kind of MC Romance I love. A little gritty, plenty of chemistry and a healthy dose of action. Loved catching up with the Wind Dragons characters too.

I am a long term fan of this authors work and books like this are why.

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As usual I’ve picked up a book mid-series and for the first couple of chapters I really didn’t have a clue as to who was who. It got better but when books refer to what gone on in a previous book it can be tricky to get up to speed.

The gist is the two MCs the Knights of Fury and the Wind Dragons have an unusual camaraderie. The daughter of the Wind Dragons president Natalie is a lawyer and vows not to fall for a man in the MC, until she meets Atlas the VP of the Knights of Fury. They is an instant attraction, tinged with some contempt and challenge - both thinking the other judgmental for their views about the other.

There’s an ever present and shared threat to both MC’s which sees a little chaos and mayhem take place. And a douche work colleague of Natalie’s who won’t take no for an answer makes a right nuisance of himself. The problem is, he’s the type Natalie was saying she preferred.

Anyway, doe mind this book was less edgy that some other MC romances I’ve read and probably not as hardcore in the romance sense. Definitely not as graphic. Later in the book there is the chaos and big finale but it’s pretty quick. There’s heaps of characters to keep track of and when you don’t know the backstory it can be a little tricky. The romance is nice - with a fair bit occurring off the page, and there’s alot of focus on both characters being unlike what you’d expect given their stations in life. Atlas is, altogether a sweetheart and I really struggled to see him as the next in line president with all that it entails. But maybe I missed some of that not reading th precious books? I’m not sure.

Thanks to the publisher for providing me this book to read through netgalley. I’ll look up the rest of the earlier books now as I think these are second generation characters as well.

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Aaaah, where to start? How about with saying there are very few MC genre authors that I still read, and Chantal Fernando is right at the top of them.

I am loving this next gen, Knights and Dragons series, love seeing the OG Wind Dragons watching their kids all grown up and having kids of their own.

Natalie has chosen a path that takes her well away from the clubhouse, but still she can't escape it, or the men involved.

And then there is Atlas. Wow, do I like this man. And so does our Natalie.

Things do carry over a bit from the previous two book in the Knights and Dragons, but you could dive in with this book, and whilst you might miss some things, you are still going to enjoy it.

I hope we get many more MC books from Ms Fernando.

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The third installment in Fernando's Knights and Dragons series is the strongest yet. Natalie Ward has been raised in club life. Wanting something else for her life she becomes and lawyer and vows to never date a biker. Atlas takes her vow as not only an affront but a challenge. Continuing storylines, and danger from previous books this installment is best read in order. The chemistry between Natalie and Atlas is quite good and most of the angst and drama comes from other characters or circumstance not related to the romance, which is somewhat a departure from the previous books in the serious. I very much enjoyed this quick read, there were real stakes, I only wish they were explored a bit more. This is 3.5 star read that I am bumping to 4 stars based on the ease of readability alone. Would recommend to contemporary romance readers, especially those looking for somewhat light on on page violence in the motorcycle club sub-genre.

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