Showing posts with label Souls of the Knight Series. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Souls of the Knight Series. Show all posts

Friday, December 26, 2014

Review - Taming Ryder (Souls of the Knight #2) by Nicola Haken

                                                                                                                 

                                                                                      

You met Ryder Richardson in Being Sawyer Knight. Now, this is his story. 


I’ve done it. I’ve stuck a whopping two fingers up at my parents, I’ve made a name for myself as one of the world’s biggest porn stars and I’ve finally found a family I belong in. 

Life is amazing. I get paid to do all my favourite things. Fuck. Party. Travel the world. What’s not to love? 

And then he comes along. Mason George – Back Door Studio’s newest exclusive model and the guy who has the potential to either fuck it all up, or take me on the best ride of my life. 

~ Ryder


I’m desperate. I’ve got nothing and nobody left. Entering the daunting world of adult entertainment is less of a dream and more of a necessity. Signing as Back Door Studio’s latest model has the ability to either ruin or make me, but I made a vow at my first audition never to let myself regret it. 

I continue to question myself each day, but no amount of whats, whys or what ifs will change where I am or where I’m heading. Am I strong enough to do this? To embrace it? To enjoy it? I have no idea.

The only thing I’m certain of, is that if anyone can teach me who I’m supposed to be, it’s Ryder Richardson.

~ Mason


“Because the most exciting things in life always happen via the back door”


(M/M erotic romance. Not suitable for under 18's due to language and explicit sexual situations. *Trigger warning* This book contains scenes of self harm which may act as a trigger for people experiencing similar issues.) 








I completely fell in love with Nicola Haken’s writing in Being Sawyer Knight the first book in this series and I just had to read the next one. I finally found the time to read Ryder’s story and sure enough, Nicola did not fucking disappoint!!! This woman has such an amazing ability to write M/M erotic stories. The stories are completely different, unique and both absolutely amazing.

When I first was ‘introduced’ to Ryder in book one I instantly liked him. He was just so vibrant and full of life. You get bits and pieces of his story but not the extent of it. I had a feeling that his story was going to be intense. This book was so much deeper on an emotional level than the first but still sexy as hell.

Ryder and Mason couldn’t be any more opposites yet so very similar. Ryder comes off as confident and strong, whereas Mason is more timid and vulnerable. These two were superb together. A perfect match. Mason was just so adorable. I loved him instantly. These two men were so fucking hot, tender and passionate.

Nicola did an amazing job writing these characters and delivering this story with such emotion and passion. This book had me laughing, gasping, squirming, and giddy as shit. Ryder and Mason’s story is captivating that will give you all the feels and beautifully written. I am definitely looking forward to the next book in this series. 













I was born and raised in Rochdale, England and have lived there ever since. Being a true home bird I now reside on the same street I grew up on with my parents a few doors up and my sister and family a few doors down. I live with my husband, four children and rescue puppies, Pippa and Gio (named after Giovanni Vecchio from Elizabeth Hunter’s Elemental Mysteries series!)
When I’m not locked away playing with my imaginary friends I can usually be found running around and picking up after the kids (and husband!) and being the all-round house slave. Oh… and if my kids ever ask I moonlight as the Pink Power Ranger.
I am also now a proud member of The Book Enthusiast team! You can check out my guest reviews, Friday Five’s as well as a ton of other awesome book news from the rest of the girls by heading over to the blog.
http://thebookenthusiast.net













Monday, November 17, 2014

♬ ♬ REVIEW ♬♬: Being Sawyer Knight (Souls of the Knight #1) by Nicola Haken ♬♬

♪♫ Synopsis ♪♫

As lead singer and guitarist of the internationally renowned Souls of the Knight, Sawyer Knight is living a life most men can only dream of. He’s surrounded by music, fame, wealth, women throwing themselves at his feet. He has everything…

Yet he has nothing. 

Life as one of the world’s most sought after rock stars is tiring, oppressive and lonely. He spends every day being who the world wants him to be, who his manager tells him to be, who his mother expects him to be… all the while fighting against who he really is. Truth is, he’s used to it. He’s actually gotten pretty good at pretending… at living the lie.

Until Jake Reed, his ex-best friend and the only person who’s ever made him ‘feel’, waltzes back into his life as the band’s new head of security. Jake wants Sawyer – always has, always will. Now, he just needs to get Sawyer to admit that he feels the same…

“You will be mine, Sawyer Knight. The faster you try to run the quicker you’ll fall to your knees. Then, Sawyer… then you’ll be too weak to resist.”


(This is an M/M romance that is not recommended for under 18's due to adult language and explicit sexual situations)



♪♫ Review ♪♫

WOW! JUST WOW!!! I've read M/M books before but holy fucking shit, Nicola!!!! This author does an outstanding job delivering this story with such great detail that leaves nothing to the imagination and brings you the perfect visual of two very sexy men. So this was totally me reading the very smokin hott sex scenes and after reading this book ..........                                   



Yes! I totally had to fan my vagina!! Sawyer & Jake rocked my fucking world!!! I devoured this book. I was up to 1am until I read 'The End'. 5 ahfuckinmazing stars from me!!!! Holy fuckin ........WOW!!!! 

I enjoyed everything about this story. The story line was perfect and gives you a look into what real life people go through when struggling with their sexuality. This isn’t just a made up story, this is real life. People are judgmental and too often people are more worried about how the world will look at them as opposed to just being themselves and living their life how they want without the fear of any backlash. And I love that about this book.
  
The characters were amazing. I was drawn to them and especially that Jake! Gah!! The whole take charge demeanor he has going on is totally fucking HOTT!!! I loved that it was in dual POV so we get inside both Sawyer and Jake’s head. 

This was such a fantastic read. I didn’t want it to end. If you’re into m/m then I would highly recommend reading this one. I was surely not disappointed and I am definitely looking forward to reading book 2, which is Ryder’s story. You’re introduced to him in this book and I instantly loved him.

Thank you Nicola for the amazing story and the amazing bookgasm!! Lol




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♪♫♬ About the author ♪♫

I was born and raised in Rochdale, England and have lived there ever since. Being a true home bird I now reside on the same street I grew up on with my parents a few doors up and my sister and family a few doors down. I live with my husband, four children and rescue puppies, Pippa and Gio (named after Giovanni Vecchio from Elizabeth Hunter’s Elemental Mysteries series!)
When I’m not locked away playing with my imaginary friends I can usually be found running around and picking up after the kids (and husband!) and being the all-round house slave. Oh… and if my kids ever ask I moonlight as the Pink Power Ranger.
I am also now a proud member of The Book Enthusiast team! You can check out my guest reviews, Friday Five’s as well as a ton of other awesome book news from the rest of the girls by heading over to the blog 
http://thebookenthusiast.net

Author Links

Wednesday, August 13, 2014

COVER REVEAL: EXCERPT & GIVEAWAY - Taming Ryder (Souls of the Knight, #2) by Nicola Haken

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Book Title: Taming Ryder (Souls of the Knight, #2) Author: Nicola Haken 
Genre: M/M Romance 
Release Date: September 2014 




 You met Ryder Richardson in Being Sawyer Knight. Now, this is his story.

I’ve done it. I’ve stuck a whopping two fingers up at my parents, I’ve made a name for myself as one of the world’s biggest porn stars and I’ve finally found a family I belong in.

Life is amazing. I get paid to do all my favourite things. Fuck. Party. Travel the world. What’s not to love?

And then he comes along. Mason George – Back Door Studio’s newest exclusive model and the guy who has the potential to either fuck it all up, or take me on the best ride of my life.

~ Ryder


I’m desperate. I’ve got nothing and nobody left. Entering the daunting world of adult entertainment is less of a dream and more of a necessity. Signing as Back Door Studio’s latest model has the ability to either ruin or make me, but I made a vow at my first audition never to let myself regret it.

I continue to question myself each day, but no amount of what’s, why’s or what ifs will change where I am or where I’m heading. Am I strong enough to do this? To embrace it? To enjoy it? I have no idea.

The only thing I’m certain of, is that if anyone can teach me who I’m supposed to be, it’s Ryder Richardson.

~ Mason

“Because the most exciting things in life always happen via the back door.”

 


“Perfect! You’re getting into the spirit faster than I thought you would.”
“Why’d you say that?”
“I just get the feeling this isn’t your first choice sometimes. The porn I mean.”
Mason’s eyebrows furrowed, his eyes narrowing as he contemplated my words.
“Maybe it’s not. But I chose this, and as with every other job I’ve ever had I will give it my everything. To say I’m doing this because I’ve no other choice, like I’m being forced into it or only doing it because I’m desperate is disrespectful to both the industry and to me.”
“Hey, that’s not what I meant,” I said genuinely, worried I’d offended him.
“Oh I know you didn’t. I just wanted to put it out there, that’s all. I don’t know many people, but of those I do I know they’ll judge me for this when they find out. Too many people assume going into this industry means we’re either damaged, desperate or fucking whores who deserve to be seen as nothing more than a walking fuck hole.”
“Well fuck ‘em. Anyone who doesn’t see you for who you are isn’t worth knowing. We’re all in it for different reasons, and those reasons are no one else’s goddamn business. It’s just a job. A fucking great job, but still a job nonetheless.”
“You really think it’s a great job?”
“Sure I do! I love sex, and I get to fuck hot guys for a living. Who wouldn’t love that?”
“But it’s different, no? I know I’ve only done one scene, but it’s a whole different ballgame than when you’re intimate with someone.”
“I don’t do intimacy, so I wouldn’t know.”
“So, you’ve never had a relationship?”
“No. Not something I’m looking for.”
“You don’t think it’d work? Being in porn?”
“It’s got nothing to do with the porn. A few of the guys are in relationships. Gio’s been with his guy almost a year and they’re still going strong. It’s just not something I want, regardless of the career I’ve chosen.”
“You must get lonely though. We all do. Don’t you hope to find someone you can just… I don’t know, share things with one day? Be there for you?”

“No,” I said curtly, hoping my tone would be enough to stop him probing further. 



Nicola Haken
Author of the New Adult/Contemporary novels Missing Pieces, Saving Amy and the Take My Hand series, and m/m erotic romance Souls of the Knight series.

I live in Rochdale, England with my wonderful family and when I'm not playing with my imaginary friends I can usually be found looking after my four adorable (sometimes!) children (six if you include the dogs, seven if you include the hubby!) or stalking gay porn stars! All in all I'm just an ordinary mum with an addiction to reading about hot book guys, writing about hot book guys, tattoos and Pepsi Max! Oh, and if my kids ever ask... I moonlight as the Pink Power Ranger ;-)



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