Chicago Defiance Boxset Books 1-8

Chicago Defiance Motorcycle Club Box Set (Chicago Defiance MC, #1-8)Chicago Defiance Motorcycle Club Box Set by K.E. Osborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a great value box set containing eight great books – forget your TBR list as this will require your complete attention.

#1 – Resistance – 5*

Torque is the President of the Defiance MC whilst Heely is a medical student who works in her family’s Froyo store to both help them and have some kind of an income. They would strike you as two sides of a coin until they meet and there is an instant attraction. However, he has 2 problems to handle – the club owned by the MC is having issues with the local mafia (Andretti family) and the second one – the fathers of both families have a historic feud over the city too. Can their fledgling relationship survive such an atmosphere? Can Defiance and the Andretti family pull back from out and out war?

I loved this story. It had pretty much everything you expected from an MC romance book and then some. There were battles, injuries, healing, emotion, brotherhood, compromise and passion in this story. It was well told by the author and it was easy to empathise and feel the thoughts and emotions of the characters in the story. I’m looking forward to the next instalment in their story as I feel quite attached to them.

#2 – Penance – 4*

Sensei is surrounded by drama – his family is hiding from the Japanese Yakuza (an organisation that wants to buy and control everything), his club is at war with them (they want to control Chicago and push everyone else out) and then he meets a woman called Spanner who is the shining light in his world (even though now isn’t really the time). She is the complete opposite of him but it’s like he is an addict and cannot stay away. You would think it would never work but in a bizarre way, they complement each other completely. Can everyone survive when it seems to all relate to what happened in the past because bloodshed is definitely coming – it’s just a case of who is going to pay penance for the sins of the past?

This was a story full of drama, danger and passion. It was lovely to see more of the human side of these MC members that seem to always be there breaking the stereotypes we all have in our heads. It was also great to realise that Sensei is not the robot that he seemed in the first book but is human, has feelings and his connection to Spanner should continue to soften his harder edges. Well written and easy to read and understand I loved the way the story developed from a more localised problem to something quite personal

#3 – Deviance – 4*

When Mylee walked away and the shock of that made Trax what he is today. However, when she renters his life under threat he is the only one who can protect her even if it means that they all find out why she left. This story is going to be a wild ride which will also be a perfect example of Defiance.

This was a great story that had so much drama, twists and turns that it almost made you a little dizzy with it all. It was also a master class in politics and handling it whether within an MC or anything else (our politicians could learn a thing or two). I loved the way this was yet another story in the series featuring another couple navigating the choppy seas of love and coming out the other side which was completely different to the other ones. This was clearly written and easy to understand while still capturing my attention and getting me hooked. Definitely an enjoyable read that is worth your investment in both money and time.

#4 – Sufferance – 5*

Tremor is a prospect in the Defiance MC Club but is also in love with Neala (Lala) – however, she is the Torque the Club President’s little sister and has basically told him to stay away from her. So he feels he has a choice – the Club or her? There is also some betrayal on the way – can they all survive it and can he get the girl he loves as well as the patch he desperately wants?

Wow – there were so many twists, turns and lots of drama in this story. Granted there were times I wanted to bang some heads together and try to make sense prevail but they did eventually get with the program! The betrayal was definitely a surprise in several ways but that in itself was charming and a welcome antidote to some misconceptions. Well written and a great read it was perfect for anyone who likes sassy women and strong men who are not afraid to show emotion.

#5 – Acceptance – 5*

This is the story of Chains and Bex. In it, we look at his early life and the friend he left behind before Bex and her family took him in. He still suffers dreadful nightmares and frustration This is definitely a clash between his past and the present where the ghosts of the past have to be tackled in order for him to find the possibility of the future that he wants. Can these two souls find their connection, Chains move on from his past and find acceptance with the woman he loves?

treachery, misery, and brutality. some treachery on the way, more misery than you can imagine any handling well and love that can conquer all. It was well told and the more disturbing parts of his past were sensitively told. I loved the way we saw a more sensitive side of Bex and seeing the sensitive side of Chains made him feel so much more human and real as a character. A great addition to the Chicago Defiance MC Series.

#6 – Balance – 5*

On the one side is a techie and geek Ace, a biker who wears a cut and is a member of Defiance, on the other is Neve, the Oscar-winning actress who just wants to be treated as normal. Their meeting will be an explosive mixture of lust, love, friendship, conflict, deception and slaughter. Can they find the right balance or is death the only conclusion?

Wow – this was an addictive story that had me gripped hoping if Ace and Neve could find happiness together, survive the oncoming bloodbath and keep themselves true to who they are. Well written and very enjoyable the book ends with a great teaser for the next book in the series which I already can’t wait to read. If you like MC books this book is definitely the one for you.

#7 – Defiance – 5*

Torque’s home is feeling settled with no problems, but as he starts to relax the world around him goes mad and from a source that he is yet to understand. Can he keep his cool and handle this situation like he always does or is that a step too far? With one person close to home that is in hiding and another person from far who is waiting to strike, can he handle the punches coming from all directions and keep the Chicago Defiance family together? This is a story full of deception, bloodshed, heartache, and lies.

OMG – so many punches and surprises coming at them from all directions. I am so impressed with the strength of mind of Torque and the way he managed to pull through to handle everything that was thrown at him, plus find ways to be on top (even when the situation appeared hopeless). If I didn’t already love him before, I certainly can love him now after all those things happening to him. Well written, easy to feel and understand.

#8 – Allegance – 5*

Lift is the Sergeant At Arms of the Chicago Defiance MC and feels like the odd man out as he lives a very solitary existence surrounded by life and love involving the other members. Then he meets a woman who is a mystery to him but she instantly rocks his world. Will she accept him when she finds out who he is or will he need to change his for her? Vibe is a club member and he and Hayley are together. She might be a club girl but she is his exclusively. Then something happens to her and their worlds are rocked – totally. This book is all about lies – those we tell ourselves as well as manipulation, deception, abuse and hurtful thoughts/actions. So where are the allegiances going to lie at the end?

OMG – this was just SO good. It started dramatically, got worse, then changed tack and got even more dramatic before the finales for each of the two tacks that were unrelated but equally as dramatic. It was like being in a washing machine, going through one segment of the wash cycle, then emptying and going through the next wash cycle segment. There were times when I was horrified, times I was just angry, times I was thrilled and times I was completely heartbroken and crying (I had to stop and wipe my eyes so that I could see to read!). Throughout were the common themes of love, loyalty, sacrifice and vengeance. Well written, easy to read, feel and understand. Contains some explicit sexual content, violence and sexual violation.

what an amazing series! Each book builds on the characters. The brotherhood, loyalty, betrayal, revenge, and some strong and sassy women will keep you hanging on the edge of your seat and burning through the pages! Highly recommend this series!

The Chicago Defiance MC will take you on an intense, sexy, unpredictable, all-consuming ride.

1 – Resistance: What do you do when a group of bikers chooses to hide in your store? Heeley surprises the men by not being scared of them and defends her turf which has Torque all twisted up. Torque is the president of the Chicago Defiance with huge responsibilities. When he found himself in a no-win situation with their rivals, the Andretti’s, he lands in a frozen yogurt store to hide. What he doesn’t expect is to find a woman full of sass and confidence. Heeley is studying to be a doctor so when Torque pursues her, she has some big decisions to make. How does she become a doctor while being connected to a MC? The interactions between Heeley and Torque are wonderful to experience as Heeley pushes his buttons yet there is a balance between them. Add in the drama and suspense of life in a MC and this was a beautifully balanced romance that kept me interested and wanting more.

2 – Penance: Diving back into the Chicago Defiance MC is full of intense drama. Sensei realizes that the new threat to the club may be because of him and his family which puts his whole family in danger. As they work to figure out how to handle the Yakuza, Sensei meets Spanner, an auto mechanic and is blown away by this sassy woman with incredible skill. Spanner, aka Ayla, is a great match for Sensei. He maintains this stoic exterior and she truly gets to him and helps him loosen up which lets us get to know him. Their chemistry is off the charts and they definitely know how to heat it up in the bedroom giving a great balance to the drama surrounding the club. I also enjoyed that we get to interact with all the club members, seeing how past couples are doing and learning more about other members and what may happen for them in the future which has provided a great world that I want to learn more about.

3 – Deviance: Intense, electrifying, sexy, second-chance romance. The Chicago Defiance MC family always takes me on an incredible journey. This is a family that will do whatever it takes to protect their own. Trax has been an interesting character, very intense and oftentimes making me uncomfortable with the choices he makes. When Mylee returns to their MC needing protection, we start to learn what pushed Trax into his unpredictable ways. Mylee left Trax 2 years ago and broke his heart as she sought treatment for her bi-polar disorder. Trax knows he will do anything to protect her but can he trust her with his heart again? Mylee never stopped loving Trax but her illness scares her, she feels she is in a better place, can she get Trax to trust her again? Or will the person obsessed with Mylee get to her first? Each brother’s story takes me on that crazy, emotional roller-coaster that always has me guessing. I love that the entire club is involved in the stories allowing me to experience how past couples are moving forward with their lives together.

4 – Sufferance: What’s a prospect to do when he falls in love with the Pres’ sister? Tremor walks away from Neala, choosing getting his patch over her. Neala is beyond frustrated with Tremor. When Tremor’s father reappears in his life, this puts several people in danger but it also is a wake-up call for Tremor. He has secrets that have to be revealed to allow the MC to protect everyone. At the same time, while these two struggle with how they feel, we get to experience the daily drama that happens at the Chicago Defiance MC. I love how the entire crew is part of the story which allows us to know how characters from prior books are continuing on their own journey while they help shape what happens for Tremor and Neala. Another incredible story that pulled me in and wouldn’t let go.

5 – Acceptance: Exciting forbidden romance or is it? Chains has found his family with the Defiance MC but the family that saved him all those years ago is still the core of his being. His connection to his foster sister, Bex, has always been natural, comfortable and consuming. When he finally acts on all these feelings, will he end up pushing Bex away? Or will he be kicked out of the family? Bex is an amazing woman, a doctor that takes on the MC crew with confidence. When she first met Chains, she was shocked by the state this young boy was in but his eyes captivated her. She is shocked when Chains kisses her, he is her brother, but is he really? As these two navigate the chance for a relationship, Chains embarks on a quest to save his friend Luc from the insane world he grew up in. Learning Chains past was heart-breaking but uplifting to see how he came out of all this horror an incredibly strong gentleman. Will these two allow themselves to accept what they have always felt?

6 – Balance: The Defiance MC always deliver an exciting and intense experience. Just when you think life will be quiet at the club, trouble seems to find them. Even though some of what happens makes me squeamish, what I truly love is the devotion these guys have for their Old Ladies and families. This pulls me in and keeps me reading, hoping everything crazy that happens works itself out.

This time it’s Ace’s story, will he finally find a woman to love and that loves him for his nerdy-self. Cindi has her first big movie role and Ace is tasked with checking on her to make sure everything is ok on set which allows him to meet Neve, a confident, successful woman that lives her passion, acting. The best thing, he doesn’t know she is famous which is a huge turn on for Neve since typically everyone she meets wants something from her. But Ace breaks that mold and just sees this incredible woman. Now, dating a biker isn’t the best for Neve’s image but they can’t fight their attractions. When Neve finds herself in trouble, it’s the Defiance MC to the rescue. After all chaos and dust settles, will Neve and Ace find their own happily ever after? Enjoyed every heart pounding moment to find out!

7 – Defiance: Family bonds run deep in the Chicago Defiance MC. This story starts by grabbing your heart and squeezing it. From that moment on I didn’t know what to expect from this story. I am a huge fan of this MC crew that starts with Torque and Foxy, the president and his wife on down to the Lift, the prospect waiting to get his cut. I love that these stories always provide different viewpoints to help deliver all the amazing emotion that is happening to that character and how it impacts life in the club. This is a hard review to write since I think everyone needs to dive in and experience all the unexpected craziness that unfolds and has your heart in a vice as you experience this journey.

8 – Allegiance: The Chicago Defiance family always takes me on an intense, unpredictable ride. Vibe and Lift become the focus in this installment. Vibe has been hooking up with club girl Hayley for a while but hasn’t made her an old lady yet. Then one night, Hayley is attacked which sends a shift in the club since her attacker gets arrested, not how they prefer to deal with the situation. At the same time, Lift meets Lily and finds an attraction he never expected but both of them hide who they really are to each other. Then their two worlds collide when Lift finds out Lily is representing Hayley’s attacker. Lily has worked tirelessly to become a named partner at the law firm but meeting Lift has her reevaluating this singular focus. When she finds out he is connected to her latest case, a man she doesn’t want to defend, where will her allegiance fall? A new threat enters the picture against the club in the process that puts another brother at risk. This journey kept me guessing and had me tied in knots needing to know how this family would survive these latest challenges.

I read these books when each was published individually.