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booksfirst_sleeplater's review against another edition
5.0
After reading Hannaford Prep, and the Butcher of the Bay duet, getting to dive into a different (yet still connected) world of J Brees was amazing! I love all things MC, so Angel’s book being centered around a club was so fun to read.
Angel is the definition of a survivor. Her life has been hard, she’s been dealt a crap hand but she does everything it takes to get herself on a better track. Even if that means driving herself into a new town, knowing no one and accepting a job at the local MC owned strip club.
Tomi Callaghan, a member of the Unseen MC, oversees The Boulevard and from the moment Angel steps onto that stage, he knows he’s been “struck”. All the men in his family have either been in love at first sight... or a different kind of struck that’s definitely more of a curse. All Tomi knows is that Angel is his and he’s not going to let her go.
There are all kinds of obstacles, and a dark past that comes back to haunt Angel, but their love story is one of my all time favorites. It’s absolutely worth the read!!
Angel is the definition of a survivor. Her life has been hard, she’s been dealt a crap hand but she does everything it takes to get herself on a better track. Even if that means driving herself into a new town, knowing no one and accepting a job at the local MC owned strip club.
Tomi Callaghan, a member of the Unseen MC, oversees The Boulevard and from the moment Angel steps onto that stage, he knows he’s been “struck”. All the men in his family have either been in love at first sight... or a different kind of struck that’s definitely more of a curse. All Tomi knows is that Angel is his and he’s not going to let her go.
There are all kinds of obstacles, and a dark past that comes back to haunt Angel, but their love story is one of my all time favorites. It’s absolutely worth the read!!
sachreadsbooks's review against another edition
2.0
2.5
Although the plotline seems alright, I think there are some missing parts.
First, I felt like the plot was made of bits a pieces that aren't all connected together. I felt like the story wasn't like a river flowing you got caught up into, but more like a stuttering speech you desperately tried to understand, but again, maybe it is just me.
Moslty, I stuggled with the characters: I thought they weren't precisely introduced and therefore had troubles understanding what was happening, who was speaking, why were some characters reacting a certain way towards others.
Nevertheless,I enjoyed the character development we could see, how both characters realise they are falling for each other, even if it borders on Stockholm syndrom - which is a plot I'm a bit uncomfortable with, but that's only on me. I thought the blatant lack of respect quite hurtful and therefore struggle with Angel's decisions of pleasing him, and Tomi's constant blaming of Angel because he couldn't keep far from her had started to anger me quite a bit, and the fact that he was constantly angry was heavy on the plot; but I really was thankful for the character development and seeing him change his mind slowly. Which is why I didn't stop reading the book until I got some of the character development because otherwise I was just disappointed towards a book I looked forward to.
If this review offends anyone, please pardon me - this is not in anyway a professional review, just my opinion on this book as a romance reader.
I am not by any means saying this book is hard, I understand it was made from many hours of work and I don't want to deter anyone, it is just what I thought and again, I might be wrong or missing things - and am deeply sorry if I am.
Although the plotline seems alright, I think there are some missing parts.
First, I felt like the plot was made of bits a pieces that aren't all connected together. I felt like the story wasn't like a river flowing you got caught up into, but more like a stuttering speech you desperately tried to understand, but again, maybe it is just me.
Moslty, I stuggled with the characters: I thought they weren't precisely introduced and therefore had troubles understanding what was happening, who was speaking, why were some characters reacting a certain way towards others.
Nevertheless,I enjoyed the character development we could see, how both characters realise they are falling for each other, even if it borders on Stockholm syndrom - which is a plot I'm a bit uncomfortable with, but that's only on me. I thought the blatant lack of respect quite hurtful and therefore struggle with Angel's decisions of pleasing him, and Tomi's constant blaming of Angel because he couldn't keep far from her had started to anger me quite a bit, and the fact that he was constantly angry was heavy on the plot; but I really was thankful for the character development and seeing him change his mind slowly. Which is why I didn't stop reading the book until I got some of the character development because otherwise I was just disappointed towards a book I looked forward to.
If this review offends anyone, please pardon me - this is not in anyway a professional review, just my opinion on this book as a romance reader.
I am not by any means saying this book is hard, I understand it was made from many hours of work and I don't want to deter anyone, it is just what I thought and again, I might be wrong or missing things - and am deeply sorry if I am.
kfriend's review against another edition
5.0
J Bree is fast becoming a new addiction for me- and Angel Unseen is my favorite book of hers to date. This has everything I want in an MC romance- violence, suspense, ample sexiness, and a lot of heart.
In this Mounts Bay spin-off set in my home state of Mississippi, we dive deep into the seedy, bloody MC world of the Unseen. Our mysterious heroine, Angel, is starting fresh in Coldstone, home of the dominating Unseen MC. She’s looking for fast cash with limited questions, and decides to use her many talents as a stripper at the MC owned club. She just wants to go unnoticed, earn money and go to college, and to find a way to live her dream- but her fresh face and captivating stage presence quickly gather much attention- both good and bad- she’s alluring, sexy, and doggedly principled in how she’ll earn, something that keeps the house packed but earns her a reputation as being cold and arrogant. No attention is quite as life changing, however, as that of the huge, tattooed biker who runs the club. Tomi is immediately ‘struck but this dark haired siren, and he’s not happy about it. Being ‘struck is a curse, and strippers always have baggage. And boy, does she ever. The desire for each other is undeniable, but Angel’s secrets and distances are a constant barrier, and Tomi isn’t quite willing to be distracted by this newcomer- a woman he can’t deny is “his” but he’s not quite ready to embrace. And that, my friends, sets up for a delightfully gritty and intense push-pull romance swirling with MC drama, secrets, a colorful menagerie of delightful secondary characters (familiar and new) and chock full of suspense.
Like most J Bree stories, this love story isn’t easy- the road to love is paved with darkness, blood, trauma, and tears- but together? Oh man, these two are explosive. Tomi is a MC hero dream- rough around the edges, dangerous, gritty, possessive and protective with a mouth of a sailor and a heart of gold underneath his edge. And this man in the bedroom? HOSE ME DOWN. But Angel is who really stole my heart. This strong, brave, wounded woman is a fighter. She’s reserved, but firm in who she is and is willing to be. This is a character who lives with integrity, quiet but resolute, broken but brave. I wanted to tear down the world for her- and I was not alone- Tomi would cut his own heart out for her.
I have continued to marvel at J Bree’s attention to detail- from character, setting place, story interconnections. Every person, every word, every detail has a purpose- and often one greater than we can yet to understand. That is because J Bree is a world builder- she’s not just giving us action or interesting characters (although we get that too). We get this entire living and breathing ecosystem that is arresting, immersive, and consuming. I can hear the thumping music in the strip club, smell the fumes from the motorcycles in the air, hear the rustle of leather cuts as these characters move around. That is how vividly J Bree creates her worlds. And even more incredible, she so seamlessly interweaves every character and every story- a complicated but clear web of interconnection and meaning. That is some outstanding story telling.
The characters are also just so fantastic, each one fully dimensional and integral. Of course, I’m desperate for Rue and Poe’s story, but I am delighted at seeing friends old and new for me to adore. J Bree gives each one care and attention, each one a purpose. J Bree doesn’t hold back- she puts them through it- but that makes us loves them and their connection so much more. This is a story about the power of the love you choose- whether its the love of your chosen brothers or your soulmate- and how that is the love that defines and inspires you. That is the love that makes you whole, no matter how dark the journey to get there.
Whether you are new to J Bree or a hard core fan, you’ll love this story. It is thrilling, heart breaking, intense, and hopeful. And the ending? The ending will make your heart completely stop. I’m not sure it will start beating again until we find out what is next for these characters. What a wild ride!
In this Mounts Bay spin-off set in my home state of Mississippi, we dive deep into the seedy, bloody MC world of the Unseen. Our mysterious heroine, Angel, is starting fresh in Coldstone, home of the dominating Unseen MC. She’s looking for fast cash with limited questions, and decides to use her many talents as a stripper at the MC owned club. She just wants to go unnoticed, earn money and go to college, and to find a way to live her dream- but her fresh face and captivating stage presence quickly gather much attention- both good and bad- she’s alluring, sexy, and doggedly principled in how she’ll earn, something that keeps the house packed but earns her a reputation as being cold and arrogant. No attention is quite as life changing, however, as that of the huge, tattooed biker who runs the club. Tomi is immediately ‘struck but this dark haired siren, and he’s not happy about it. Being ‘struck is a curse, and strippers always have baggage. And boy, does she ever. The desire for each other is undeniable, but Angel’s secrets and distances are a constant barrier, and Tomi isn’t quite willing to be distracted by this newcomer- a woman he can’t deny is “his” but he’s not quite ready to embrace. And that, my friends, sets up for a delightfully gritty and intense push-pull romance swirling with MC drama, secrets, a colorful menagerie of delightful secondary characters (familiar and new) and chock full of suspense.
Like most J Bree stories, this love story isn’t easy- the road to love is paved with darkness, blood, trauma, and tears- but together? Oh man, these two are explosive. Tomi is a MC hero dream- rough around the edges, dangerous, gritty, possessive and protective with a mouth of a sailor and a heart of gold underneath his edge. And this man in the bedroom? HOSE ME DOWN. But Angel is who really stole my heart. This strong, brave, wounded woman is a fighter. She’s reserved, but firm in who she is and is willing to be. This is a character who lives with integrity, quiet but resolute, broken but brave. I wanted to tear down the world for her- and I was not alone- Tomi would cut his own heart out for her.
I have continued to marvel at J Bree’s attention to detail- from character, setting place, story interconnections. Every person, every word, every detail has a purpose- and often one greater than we can yet to understand. That is because J Bree is a world builder- she’s not just giving us action or interesting characters (although we get that too). We get this entire living and breathing ecosystem that is arresting, immersive, and consuming. I can hear the thumping music in the strip club, smell the fumes from the motorcycles in the air, hear the rustle of leather cuts as these characters move around. That is how vividly J Bree creates her worlds. And even more incredible, she so seamlessly interweaves every character and every story- a complicated but clear web of interconnection and meaning. That is some outstanding story telling.
The characters are also just so fantastic, each one fully dimensional and integral. Of course, I’m desperate for Rue and Poe’s story, but I am delighted at seeing friends old and new for me to adore. J Bree gives each one care and attention, each one a purpose. J Bree doesn’t hold back- she puts them through it- but that makes us loves them and their connection so much more. This is a story about the power of the love you choose- whether its the love of your chosen brothers or your soulmate- and how that is the love that defines and inspires you. That is the love that makes you whole, no matter how dark the journey to get there.
Whether you are new to J Bree or a hard core fan, you’ll love this story. It is thrilling, heart breaking, intense, and hopeful. And the ending? The ending will make your heart completely stop. I’m not sure it will start beating again until we find out what is next for these characters. What a wild ride!
thebookcrackingremlin's review against another edition
adventurous
relaxing
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
I need more like immediately 😂
tasjaak's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
thisiswhyshedied's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
tense
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
renia84's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
nicoletoksbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
emelierenz's review against another edition
5.0
5 stars
Angel has a dream; Get a job, finish college, buy her own house, and never rely on anyone ever again.
But to do that she needs to settle down. That's how she ends up in a small town like Coldstone with a fake ID and her dead dad's Chevy and with luck finds the perfect job at a club. Not only does she save some pretty pennies but is safe upon the stage, dancing, and doesn't have to worry about getting touched. She haunts men's wet dreams and becomes a huge money source for the club. But after an incident that ends with her insulting a gang member. He enters.
"His lip curls at me and… is that disgust on his face right now? Disgust at a stripper from a man who runs the club and, rumor has it, has fucked every other girl here?" It unsettles her how easy he affects her even when all he shows her is hatred. He both scares and excites her and she can't help herself from trusting him.
"What are you going to do about it then, Angel? What are you going to do about me standing here, wanting you to suck my dick? Are you gonna be the frigid bitch or show me what that mouth can actually do?" After getting one taste of him and his gentle but firm touch she can't get him out of her head. But accepting his wishes, she stays out of his way but what can she do when he makes it impossible for her to do so? And what until she tells him all her secrets will he up and leave or put out a hit on her? But knowing Tomi he will probably do it himself and as deeper she finds herself falling will she be able to leave him and everything behind when she hits her goal?
"You're fucking mine, Angel" "I'm not. I'm really not yours" "We're done here. You need to get dressed and get out of my room"
From the second, he gets sight of her he knows he is struck. But is he cuntstruck or lovestruck?
He's known around the strippers for fucking them. He is not happy about being 'struck and no less it being with a stripper and with rats in his club.
“Cuntstruck. No. Abso-fucking-lutely not. There’s no fucking way I’m being ‘struck and certainly not by some fucking stripper. Nope. Fuck no.”
He can't lose focus. Not for a second. And absolutely not because of a hot piece of ass like hers but he can't get her out of his head and before he knows it he starts to spend more and more time at the club, just to see her.
"Makes it easier to find out exactly who Angel Valleti really is because I'm going to learn everything there is to know about the stripper who 'struck me and then I'II get her the fuck outta Coldstone and my club" Loopholes starts to appear about Angel and he found himself getting sucked in figuring out her mystery. Maybe he's struck but the second he figures out what her deal is, he will get rid of her. But as it starts to unravel and he accepts the fact he may be lovestruck, everything goes down the drain. Is he gonna risk it all for a stripper? With rats in the midst? Why does she keep flinching and why does it anger him so much? Why does he want to kill any bastard that looks at her in the wrong way? And what if he has been lovestruck from the very beginning?
"I don't care if I'm cuntstruck, no fucking way am I letting someone scare her like this. She's mine and no asshole is going to fucking touch what's mine" ."
Thomas "Tomi" Callahan
25(ish) y/o
Unseen Mc member
Biker
Blonde
Blue-eyed
Words to describe Tomi: intense, protective, hostile, smart, attentive, courageous, frank, passionate, loyal.
"Name the price I have to pay to fuck you right here. I want to push you back and fuck you on the countertop. What will it cost me?" "I'm not for sale."
Angel Valleti
17 y/o (18)
College student
Stripper
Brunette
Blue-eyed
Words to describe Angel: tough, smart, brave, independent, determined, persistent.
"I didn't ask for you to want me! Hell, I'd rather you didn't! I am nothing but trouble and that shit isn't going to stop any time soon! There's hundreds of girls in this town that want you and aren't dirty strippers. Bring one of them back here to drop down on their knees for you" "Shut your fucking mouth. You're mine, end of fucking story"
Tomi is a jerk at the start but it fades away as their relationship goes on. But to his defense, Tomi knows nothing about her only that she is working as a stripper, refuse to do extra work, and doesn't like being touched and he thinks Angel doesn't want him. I think he's too judgemental. he also doesn't want to end up like his uncles, left with a child, and heartbroken but I'm surprised how fast he accepted that he has been 'struck.
I loved Angel. She is so strong and I'm in awe of her. It's clear that she has had a hard life but she doesn't let that stop her from accomplishing her dreams. She is instantly attracted to Tomi and it scares her how much she craves his touch like she has no ones else and she has low self-esteem but I think Tomi is good for her. she needs someone to care and protect her and show her how loved and wanted she is and Tomi does just that.
"I told you. You're mine, just because I'm not hurting you doesn't mean I don't want you just as fucking bad as I always have. Take your pants off, sweetness. Panties too, I want that pussy riding my cock like you ride the pole."
I loved following their journey and the other characters and I can't wait to read the follow-up when it comes out.
Heroine rating: 5 stars
Hero rating: 4 stars
Sex scene rating: 4 stars
Plot Rating: 5 stars
Overall rating: 5 stars
Would I recommend this book: Yes.
Angel has a dream; Get a job, finish college, buy her own house, and never rely on anyone ever again.
But to do that she needs to settle down. That's how she ends up in a small town like Coldstone with a fake ID and her dead dad's Chevy and with luck finds the perfect job at a club. Not only does she save some pretty pennies but is safe upon the stage, dancing, and doesn't have to worry about getting touched. She haunts men's wet dreams and becomes a huge money source for the club. But after an incident that ends with her insulting a gang member. He enters.
"His lip curls at me and… is that disgust on his face right now? Disgust at a stripper from a man who runs the club and, rumor has it, has fucked every other girl here?" It unsettles her how easy he affects her even when all he shows her is hatred. He both scares and excites her and she can't help herself from trusting him.
"What are you going to do about it then, Angel? What are you going to do about me standing here, wanting you to suck my dick? Are you gonna be the frigid bitch or show me what that mouth can actually do?" After getting one taste of him and his gentle but firm touch she can't get him out of her head. But accepting his wishes, she stays out of his way but what can she do when he makes it impossible for her to do so? And what until she tells him all her secrets will he up and leave or put out a hit on her? But knowing Tomi he will probably do it himself and as deeper she finds herself falling will she be able to leave him and everything behind when she hits her goal?
"You're fucking mine, Angel" "I'm not. I'm really not yours" "We're done here. You need to get dressed and get out of my room"
From the second, he gets sight of her he knows he is struck. But is he cuntstruck or lovestruck?
He's known around the strippers for fucking them. He is not happy about being 'struck and no less it being with a stripper and with rats in his club.
“Cuntstruck. No. Abso-fucking-lutely not. There’s no fucking way I’m being ‘struck and certainly not by some fucking stripper. Nope. Fuck no.”
He can't lose focus. Not for a second. And absolutely not because of a hot piece of ass like hers but he can't get her out of his head and before he knows it he starts to spend more and more time at the club, just to see her.
"Makes it easier to find out exactly who Angel Valleti really is because I'm going to learn everything there is to know about the stripper who 'struck me and then I'II get her the fuck outta Coldstone and my club" Loopholes starts to appear about Angel and he found himself getting sucked in figuring out her mystery. Maybe he's struck but the second he figures out what her deal is, he will get rid of her. But as it starts to unravel and he accepts the fact he may be lovestruck, everything goes down the drain. Is he gonna risk it all for a stripper? With rats in the midst? Why does she keep flinching and why does it anger him so much? Why does he want to kill any bastard that looks at her in the wrong way? And what if he has been lovestruck from the very beginning?
"I don't care if I'm cuntstruck, no fucking way am I letting someone scare her like this. She's mine and no asshole is going to fucking touch what's mine" ."
Thomas "Tomi" Callahan
25(ish) y/o
Unseen Mc member
Biker
Blonde
Blue-eyed
"Somewhere where there’s no tall, blond, tattooed, and pierced bikers with smoldering blue eyes and a handsome face sneering at the very sight of me."- Angel
Words to describe Tomi: intense, protective, hostile, smart, attentive, courageous, frank, passionate, loyal.
"Name the price I have to pay to fuck you right here. I want to push you back and fuck you on the countertop. What will it cost me?" "I'm not for sale."
Angel
Spoiler
"Jazmin Vaughn"17 y/o (18)
College student
Stripper
Brunette
Blue-eyed
"Even without being ‘struck she’d catch my attention. Long dark hair, big blue eyes, the type of lips a man wants to fuck, ass to get ahold of, and fucking great tits." - Tomi
Words to describe Angel: tough, smart, brave, independent, determined, persistent.
"I didn't ask for you to want me! Hell, I'd rather you didn't! I am nothing but trouble and that shit isn't going to stop any time soon! There's hundreds of girls in this town that want you and aren't dirty strippers. Bring one of them back here to drop down on their knees for you" "Shut your fucking mouth. You're mine, end of fucking story"
Tomi is a jerk at the start but it fades away as their relationship goes on. But to his defense, Tomi knows nothing about her only that she is working as a stripper, refuse to do extra work, and doesn't like being touched and he thinks Angel doesn't want him. I think he's too judgemental. he also doesn't want to end up like his uncles, left with a child, and heartbroken but I'm surprised how fast he accepted that he has been 'struck.
I loved Angel. She is so strong and I'm in awe of her. It's clear that she has had a hard life but she doesn't let that stop her from accomplishing her dreams. She is instantly attracted to Tomi and it scares her how much she craves his touch like she has no ones else and she has low self-esteem but I think Tomi is good for her. she needs someone to care and protect her and show her how loved and wanted she is and Tomi does just that.
"I told you. You're mine, just because I'm not hurting you doesn't mean I don't want you just as fucking bad as I always have. Take your pants off, sweetness. Panties too, I want that pussy riding my cock like you ride the pole."
I loved following their journey and the other characters and I can't wait to read the follow-up when it comes out.
Heroine rating: 5 stars
Hero rating: 4 stars
Sex scene rating: 4 stars
Plot Rating: 5 stars
Overall rating: 5 stars
Would I recommend this book: Yes.