cam_twad's review against another edition
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
reag_leigh5's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
nina_readsbooks's review against another edition
dark
emotional
sad
tense
slow-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
3.5
bookscoffeepie's review against another edition
4.0
This book puts the reader through the emotional wringer in all the right ways. Gunner and Logan are so obviously alone and struggling as they slowly come together, you can’t help but stay invested in their journey. Just be ready for your heart to be torn out and put back together sloooowwwwly.
I’m not a big slow-burn/angst fan but this book is worth the commitment - every obstacle makes sense, every choice feels like it could be the only one at that time. While reading, I spent most of my time thinking, “ACK! Of course that’s what you have to do! I am so sorry!” This is a good thing, honest. I’m not a biker-club romance fan, so having the obstacles reflect the world the MCs navigated instead of a pretty fairytale was key for my enjoyment. That said, the pacing was almost too slow at points which ultimately took this down a star for me.
I received a free copy of this book. This is my honest and unbiased review.
I’m not a big slow-burn/angst fan but this book is worth the commitment - every obstacle makes sense, every choice feels like it could be the only one at that time. While reading, I spent most of my time thinking, “ACK! Of course that’s what you have to do! I am so sorry!” This is a good thing, honest. I’m not a biker-club romance fan, so having the obstacles reflect the world the MCs navigated instead of a pretty fairytale was key for my enjoyment. That said, the pacing was almost too slow at points which ultimately took this down a star for me.
I received a free copy of this book. This is my honest and unbiased review.
douggietheoat's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
melissaulv's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
slow-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
3.75
k8books's review
4.0
I have read the majority of E.M.'s books and this was such a change up with the MC! I was curious after reading their teasers how this book would compare to their typical writing style of slow burn, angsty happily ever afters and it did not disappoint!
Almost 5 years ago, Gunner ran from his "family" and the club life he grew up in. He made an unforgivable choice to involve the law in club business so he could save his baby sister. Unfortunately the past has finally come knocking on his door; threatening everything he has built, to raise his baby sister and to fall in the love with the civvie he believes he can never have.
Logan is finally out on his own. He has his own place, his job and errands he runs for the local MC. Since he decided to run the first errand from the President of the MC, he knows he needs the money enough that he keeps running small tasks. Logan knows that he needs to stay on the edge of only running errands and not getting involved in the MC life. Best laid plans never seem to go as expected though...On a drive home from work, he is run off the road and has no other option other to call the Prez for help. Sending his second in command, it sets off a chain of thoughts and feelings between two men that is as strong as a tidal wave.
I highly recommend this! E.M. delivered the happily ever after with the slow burn angst many of their fans have become accustom to, but gave us their spin on the MC life where everyone who needs a true brotherhood is accepted. Where the lines between bad actions and bad people get drawn.
Almost 5 years ago, Gunner ran from his "family" and the club life he grew up in. He made an unforgivable choice to involve the law in club business so he could save his baby sister. Unfortunately the past has finally come knocking on his door; threatening everything he has built, to raise his baby sister and to fall in the love with the civvie he believes he can never have.
Logan is finally out on his own. He has his own place, his job and errands he runs for the local MC. Since he decided to run the first errand from the President of the MC, he knows he needs the money enough that he keeps running small tasks. Logan knows that he needs to stay on the edge of only running errands and not getting involved in the MC life. Best laid plans never seem to go as expected though...On a drive home from work, he is run off the road and has no other option other to call the Prez for help. Sending his second in command, it sets off a chain of thoughts and feelings between two men that is as strong as a tidal wave.
I highly recommend this! E.M. delivered the happily ever after with the slow burn angst many of their fans have become accustom to, but gave us their spin on the MC life where everyone who needs a true brotherhood is accepted. Where the lines between bad actions and bad people get drawn.
redhairedashreads's review against another edition
4.0
4 stars - It was really good
Gunner has spent his life trying to protect himself and his little sister from being vulnerable again. He escaped his old club and found a new life with the Broken Chains MC. But when he is asked to protect his sister's injured dance teacher, he finds himself unable to ignore his growing feelings and the danger that is coming.
This was a slow building but very emotional story. Gunner grew up in a dangerous MC that loved to hurt those who were different and spent his life hiding his true nature. He is a very traumatized individual who struggles with PTSD, panic attacks, and nerve damage from his previous MC. Gunner was a man who was struggling but was determined to be a good parent to his five year old sister, and I think he succeeded. He was a great parent who put Maddie’s safety and happiness first always, even when it was breaking his heart.
Logan was a deaf, black, bisexual man who was struggling with his intersectionality and loneliness of being away from family and old friends. Logan is both a ballet teacher and a chef at a ramen restaurant, which are two very different professions, but really suited him. I loved seeing him share his love of dance with the children and push to show other deaf kids that they can dance too.
Logan and Gunner’s relationship was slow building, emotional, and dangerous. They both are dealing with their own traumas and fears, while also trying to survive a rival gang attacking them. While these two don’t actually spend a lot of time “together”, I still was very invested in their relationship and everything that was going on around it.
Overall, this was a great introduction to the Broken Chains MC and the broken men who are a part of it. Gunner and Logan were great characters who found happiness with each other in a sea of danger. E.M. Lindsey seems to do a great job at writing very emotional stories with diverse characters and great plots. I can’t wait to read the next book to see the other guys find love.
Trigger Warnings: PTSD; panic attacks; abusive and alcoholic parent referenced; homophobia; ableism; knife and gun violence; abuse and injuries; reference to trafficking of a child; scooter accident (hit and run but no serious injuries); harassment; kidnapping;
Content Warnings
Graphic: Kidnapping, Panic attacks/disorders, Ableism, Car accident, Homophobia, Gun violence, Violence, Injury/Injury detail, Sexual harassment, and Physical abuse
Minor: Child abuse, Trafficking, and Alcoholism
frog_tmk's review
DNF @40ish%
Unfortunately this MC romance wasn't for me. I needed a bit more romance and chemistry between the leads to keep me interested. Also more plot action. Pains me to not love something by Lindsey.
Unfortunately this MC romance wasn't for me. I needed a bit more romance and chemistry between the leads to keep me interested. Also more plot action. Pains me to not love something by Lindsey.