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lifeinthebooklane's review
4.0
I've read a couple of books in the previous 'Ravage MC' series but you don't need to have read any to read and enjoy this book.
If you like MC romances then you will enjoy this. The plot is well thought through and held my interest from start to finish, although I did struggle with the quite violent prologue. The style of writing is really easy to read and the dialogue flows naturally, the book is also written from both the hero and heroine's POV so you get to 'know' them really well.
Cooper was so sweet at times and so very hot I couldn't help but like him. Despite the lifestyle he leads, his strong moral code and love of family made him a really good character to have as a hero. Bristyl, despite being part of an MC family, seemed less comfortable with this and almost a little naive at times. Despite working for the MC it felt like she had very little knowledge about them and little to do with However I did like her as a character and strength through the story. The chemistry and developing relationship between Cooper and Bristyl was really well written.
Whilst in general the writing flows nicely, and the overall pace was good, in the second half of the book we seemed to have several different parts of the story 'sprung' on us and then dealt with very rapidly. I still enjoyed the story but I felt that opportunities for build-up and suspense were missed.
I would recommend this book and look forward to reading more books in this series.
If you like MC romances then you will enjoy this. The plot is well thought through and held my interest from start to finish, although I did struggle with the quite violent prologue. The style of writing is really easy to read and the dialogue flows naturally, the book is also written from both the hero and heroine's POV so you get to 'know' them really well.
Cooper was so sweet at times and so very hot I couldn't help but like him. Despite the lifestyle he leads, his strong moral code and love of family made him a really good character to have as a hero. Bristyl, despite being part of an MC family, seemed less comfortable with this and almost a little naive at times. Despite working for the MC it felt like she had very little knowledge about them and little to do with However I did like her as a character and strength through the story. The chemistry and developing relationship between Cooper and Bristyl was really well written.
Whilst in general the writing flows nicely, and the overall pace was good, in the second half of the book we seemed to have several different parts of the story 'sprung' on us and then dealt with very rapidly. I still enjoyed the story but I felt that opportunities for build-up and suspense were missed.
I would recommend this book and look forward to reading more books in this series.
csartain's review against another edition
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
luca_max's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
tense
3.25
Crazy with Cooper being an adult in this, he was so cute as a kid. Just had to get used to the ages and the new names and stuff, but it’s okay
mandareads1986's review
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This is the first of the second generation of ravage I loved it seeing baby Cooper all grown up this interaction of princess and his women it was priceless loved it
emma71662837's review against another edition
5.0
When Ryan Michele announced this spin of series for the next generation I was super excited and boy did this story live up to that excited.
Cooper has definitely grown up to be an alpha just like his dad. His sexy, smart and tough and exactly the right fit for the ravage mc.
Bristyl has also grown up with an MC that her dad and brothers belong to, but their clubs could not be more different. Bristyl is a loyal, smart and sassy women and is the perfect match for Cooper. Makes you want them to find their happy ever after.
Adding in a great storyline filled with action and suspense, meeting the new generation of Ravage and the catching up with the older generation this book is a must read for any fans of MC books.
Michele Ryan's writing is smooth, making the story a joy to read. I highly recommend this book and am interesting to see what develops next in the series.
Cooper has definitely grown up to be an alpha just like his dad. His sexy, smart and tough and exactly the right fit for the ravage mc.
Bristyl has also grown up with an MC that her dad and brothers belong to, but their clubs could not be more different. Bristyl is a loyal, smart and sassy women and is the perfect match for Cooper. Makes you want them to find their happy ever after.
Adding in a great storyline filled with action and suspense, meeting the new generation of Ravage and the catching up with the older generation this book is a must read for any fans of MC books.
Michele Ryan's writing is smooth, making the story a joy to read. I highly recommend this book and am interesting to see what develops next in the series.
jamsu's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars
Bound by Family is part of Ravage MC Bound but it can also be read as standalone, like I did. I haven't read many MC books but I kinda liked the cover and the summary sucked me in.
"My dad always says, 'You only trust your family.'”
I can't say I was a fan of the heroine's family. You'd think Bristyl would have this great family based on the title of this book and how protective MC characters usually are but I couldn't say I liked any of them. Her brothers were supposed to be very protective but still did nothing when someone decided she couldn't just be working in their club anymore. Not one of her family members besides her mom ever made her feel like she belonged. It's just sexist how she couldn't be part of the club (without becoming club whore) because she's a girl.
Bristyl might not belong the club but she's not pushover either. She's not afraid to be feisty. She can't get Cooper out of her mind after meeting him but she's not also willing to tell him who her family is just yet. She doesn't want her brothers to scare him away like they do with everyone.
“Life will lead you, where you need to be, or you need to men up and lead it where you want it to go.”
Cooper wants Bristyl from the moment he hears her voice via phone call but he thinks she's too good for the life he's living. Then there's the part that she lives over three hours away from him. But then she texts him and he loves talking to her.
All in all enjoyable read. It took awhile for the pairing to even meet but I enjoyed reading how their relationship started to blossom. It would've been four star read but I was confused at times who was who like for a minute I wasn't really following who Cooper's dad was. It might've helped if I had read the series this was spin off about but I couldn't follow up with every character that were in Cooper's POV in the beginning. And I'm guessing Sterling and Wolf were the same person.
Bound by Family is part of Ravage MC Bound but it can also be read as standalone, like I did. I haven't read many MC books but I kinda liked the cover and the summary sucked me in.
"My dad always says, 'You only trust your family.'”
I can't say I was a fan of the heroine's family. You'd think Bristyl would have this great family based on the title of this book and how protective MC characters usually are but I couldn't say I liked any of them. Her brothers were supposed to be very protective but still did nothing when someone decided she couldn't just be working in their club anymore. Not one of her family members besides her mom ever made her feel like she belonged. It's just sexist how she couldn't be part of the club (without becoming club whore) because she's a girl.
Bristyl might not belong the club but she's not pushover either. She's not afraid to be feisty. She can't get Cooper out of her mind after meeting him but she's not also willing to tell him who her family is just yet. She doesn't want her brothers to scare him away like they do with everyone.
“Life will lead you, where you need to be, or you need to men up and lead it where you want it to go.”
Cooper wants Bristyl from the moment he hears her voice via phone call but he thinks she's too good for the life he's living. Then there's the part that she lives over three hours away from him. But then she texts him and he loves talking to her.
All in all enjoyable read. It took awhile for the pairing to even meet but I enjoyed reading how their relationship started to blossom. It would've been four star read but I was confused at times who was who like for a minute I wasn't really following who Cooper's dad was. It might've helped if I had read the series this was spin off about but I couldn't follow up with every character that were in Cooper's POV in the beginning. And I'm guessing Sterling and Wolf were the same person.
__livesbtweenpgs__'s review against another edition
4.0
Review to also be posted on Book Loving Fairy Blog
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Star Rating: 4 stars
Give me alphas.
Give me an MC.
Give me some danger and angst.
I am all game for this book!
Such a breath of fresh air lately I needed some alphaness and straight up danger in my life.
Cooper and Bristyls story has me wanting more.
Cooper is the quiet reserved member of Ravage MC and soon after becomes enamored by a woman he seen in a laundromat. Can he stay away?
Bristyl is the daughter of Sinister Sons MC Vice President but does that help her in any way? She is feeling lost and out of place regardless of not having been put out. Until she is put in a situation that leaves her no choice but to find her way.
What happens when two people who are drawn together finally come together and help each other in a way that no one else can?
This book was the right amount of everything. It wasn't too fast, wasn't to bleak it was the right amount of everything. I love my MC books and this one was no different. Cooper and Bristyl are amazing together as well as separate.
This one is very enjoyable and a nice read. I would recommend it to someone who has a love for MC books. I also can't wait for Dekes story and also what will happen between Green and Leah.
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Star Rating: 4 stars
Give me alphas.
Give me an MC.
Give me some danger and angst.
I am all game for this book!
Such a breath of fresh air lately I needed some alphaness and straight up danger in my life.
Cooper and Bristyls story has me wanting more.
Cooper is the quiet reserved member of Ravage MC and soon after becomes enamored by a woman he seen in a laundromat. Can he stay away?
Bristyl is the daughter of Sinister Sons MC Vice President but does that help her in any way? She is feeling lost and out of place regardless of not having been put out. Until she is put in a situation that leaves her no choice but to find her way.
What happens when two people who are drawn together finally come together and help each other in a way that no one else can?
This book was the right amount of everything. It wasn't too fast, wasn't to bleak it was the right amount of everything. I love my MC books and this one was no different. Cooper and Bristyl are amazing together as well as separate.
This one is very enjoyable and a nice read. I would recommend it to someone who has a love for MC books. I also can't wait for Dekes story and also what will happen between Green and Leah.
diloretobeth89's review against another edition
5.0
Amazing
Families, legacies, kidnappings, bikers and ol' lady's. Amazing book. Lobed Cooper and Brystl, the chemistry they shared is amazing. Definite five star read
Families, legacies, kidnappings, bikers and ol' lady's. Amazing book. Lobed Cooper and Brystl, the chemistry they shared is amazing. Definite five star read
djacknurse's review against another edition
2.0
I am totally shocked by the ratings on this book......tired of being duped by them too. This book "crawled" until 70% then finished at a confusing warp speed. There were so many things that seemed to not fit with the scene it was in. I'm a fast reader but took me forever to finish as I was not bothered at all to put this down for chores or work.