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Wolf.e by Paisley Hope

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dark mysterious medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

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dark inspiring lighthearted mysterious reflective tense 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

 4.5 Stars
5 Spices🌶️


"What is love?"
"The day I met you was a rift in time. From that rift forward, there is only before I met you and all the days to follow. I just don't think the word love means enough to describe that." -
Gabriel Wolfe


Wolfe by Paisley Hope is an unapologetic, high-octane exploration of love, loyalty, family, and the high price of power.
The story revolves around Brinley Beaumont, a woman who has been a good girl for the majority of her life and was pulled into the biker scene, and Gabriel Wolfe, the enigmatic, brooding, president of a Motorcycle Club.

The novel begins when Brinley, having realized she is pinned in a relationship that will never work out and leave her indefinitely unhappy, makes the call to come back to her small hometown after calling quits with her stuck-up boyfriend. Her moving happens to coincide with her reconnection with a childhood friend, Layla, who is getting hitched by a motorcycle club member. Brinley meets up with the tall, dark, grumpy, tattooed President of the Hounds of Hell MC at the engagement party. Brinley's beauty enthralled Gabriel at first glimpse, and ever since he has been thinking about her constantly. He believes that underneath her refined façade lies a fire waiting to be unleashed, but he is engrossed with her innocence and sweet girl persona. Making him resolve to drag it from her.
Gabriel must decide whether to kill her to save his club or protect her by claiming her after Brinley unintentionally witnesses one of the club's methods of conducting private business. He made the decision on the former, drawing Brinley into his protective cocoon and amplifying his already intense obsession with her. As their bond deepens and gets hotter than hell, Gabriel tests her boundaries in forms she never would have dreamed of.


Not only did I fall in love with the book's cover, but the positive reviews it is receiving have also enticed me to read it.
Wolfe's masterful storytelling is what makes it so interesting. In addition to weaving themes of betrayal, retaliation, and tragic inevitability throughout the narrative, Paisley boldly explores more general societal concerns like crime, war-related PTSD, and the price of loyalty while presenting a striking, frequently violent portrait of outlaw biker culture.

"This ruthless man the world calls a criminal is the best man i've ever known. He's brought to life the woman I am now, and I silently vow from this moment to be the woman I was destined to be. The thought frees me.
I'll feel happy and alive, with my arms wrapped around my king, riding faster than our angels can fly."
Brinley Beaumont


Character-wise, Gabriel’s ruthless and menacing character and Brinley’s sweet and innocent persona are somewhat a slight nod to Grease. Their contrasting personalities serve as the catalysts for the journey of self-discovery - the yin to his yang and vice versa - making it all worthwhile to be one of the most memorable characters I've read so far. Another excellent touch to the piece is the allusion to Fitzgerald's beloved novel. They were able to give me a delicious chill in addition to their incredible chemistry and a variety of spicy scenes, which further enhanced my enjoyment of the book.

In brief, a poetic meditation on the frailty of brotherhood, the burden of family history, and the sacrifices required by loyalty, Wolfe is more than just a love story. For readers who enjoy the MC Romance cliché, it's a revving and gripping ride that stays with them. 

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DID NOT FINISH: 36%

I tried I really did….everything about this book screams insufferable. When I think I can slowly be interested in these characters the author slaps me in the face to remind me what type of book I’m reading. From the one dimensional characters that involve their beings to men(not including the groupies; don’t get me started on them), to brinley type casting every five seconds. This book would’ve been slightly enjoyable as a novella instead of a full length book, also yes I know this is a “dark romance” my problem lies into the actual plot and what’s leads to the “romance”, which often feels loose and boring. I was reading this to get out of a reading slump, but it seems to put me back in one…

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dark emotional 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: No

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dark tense fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

We got a super spicy MC romance.  Sons of Anarchy fans, this one's for you.  Brin and Gabe's relationship was sexy and sweet.  I enjoyed their connection and almost fainted with all that spice.  Very entertaining despite the predictable nature of the characters and situations.

Highlights/Tropes:
👑 she's a good girl moved back home after ending this with a crappy boyfriend 
🐺 he's the mega hot MC President 
👑 8yr age gap
🐺 don't want to want you, but can't stay away
👑 Sandra Dee...even gets the leather look at the end
🐺 He quote Gatsby to her
👑touch him & ☠️
🐺 CNC, Run, 🔪 play

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dark tense fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

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adventurous dark emotional 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: Yes

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dark emotional funny 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: Complicated

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dark emotional mysterious tense medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

I love that Wolfe doesn't just say I want to protect Brinley. He wants to teach her to protect herself because he KNOWS he won't always be able to. He falls so hard and he fights it so hard - so does she. They are so drawn to each other, it is magnetic and electric. The spice is definitely dark and spicy. *Please pay attention to your trigger warnings! Also, the setting! It's so rare that I find books set in my area so that was definitely a bonus for me.
Main points:
❤️ small town
❤️mc romance
❤️age gap
❤️forced proximity
❤️ruthless club pres
❤️ex marine
❤️primal fun times
❤️opposites attract

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