This is book 2 in Karen Renee’s Riot MC Biloxi series. There’s an event from Harm’s Way (book 1) that is the impetus for a bulk of the storyline here. While this stands on it’s own in terms of Brute & Kenzie’s relationship, I think it’s best enjoyed having read book 1 first. This review will contain spoilers to that book as well.

Brute & Kenzie meet by chance at a bar after she’s stood up for a date. There’s definitely instant attraction and I enjoyed Brute’s no-nonsense “wooing” of her. I love single parent romance, especially when the love interest falls just as hard for the kid(s) as the parent. Renee delivered on that here and for making Aubrey a consistent part of the story. Kenzie rightfully gets to know Brute better before introducing Aubrey, but it’s adorable when it finally happens. I also love the way the rest of Brute’s family embraces Kenzie & Aubrey.

There’s a little angst from Kenzie’s ex, but the big drama comes from the aftermath of Wreck’s disappearance. Police and Wreck’s family are convinced Riot MC, and specifically Brute, are involved. It creates problems not only for the club, but also for Brute & Kenzie’s burgeoning relationship. I enjoyed the way Renee weaved all these storylines together. It kept the pacing engaging and offered a bit of a romantic suspense element.

The resolution was good, but I could see how it could still be a theme in future books. Mostly I loved Brute, Kenzie, & Aubrey’s HEA. The epilogue was perfect.

Narration:
Paige Reisenfeld and Christian Leatherman were solid again. I like their voices for the all the characters – as well as the emotions and drama. Engaging listen.

While I borrowed a copy of the ebook via KoboPlus, I received an advance copy of the audiobook from Home Cooked Books and am leaving an honest review.