Princess. That’s what the club calls me. I’m not frilly, into pink, or expect a man to woo me with chocolates and flowers. I don’t need candlelit dinners and long walks on the beach. I’m not the girl you take home to your parents. I like wild, fun, and good times. I’m the kind of girl you put on the back of your bike and ride through the night¿in more ways than one. I like the wind in my hair … and the open road before me. I was born a biker princess and I’ll be one until the day I die. The man in my life can try to tame me, but he’ll have one hell of a fight on his hands. Though if he wins, he’ll get the ultimate prize¿all of me. Devoted. His old lady through thick and thin. So when I opened my store, aptly named Biker Babe, I didn’t expect to have the biggest, sexiest, most jaw-dropping man walk into my shop and set my world on fire. I wanted him instantly. Only problem, my father is the president of the Hero’s Pride MC, and Taggart “Rex” Crawford is his new Vice President. Our Pride likes to live wild and ride free but everyone knows the President’s daughter is off limits. The Biker Beauties are a collection of interconnected standalone novellas. They can be read out of order if desired. They are high in heat, but don’t forget the sweet.
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Biker Babe by Audrey Carlan was a sexy and steamy insta-romance set in an MC world. This is a quick read and light on what happens in the MC World and so worth the read! Shay is the club princess and is loved and protected by everyone in the MC. She does not date bikers because she knows it would not be easy for her as the daughter of the MC President. But when Taggert “Rex” Crawford joins their chapter, all bets are off.
The steamy chemistry between them is combustible and undeniable. Even if she thinks she will hold him at arm’s length, he is having none of it. He is determined to claim her and make her his, no matter what. Rex was protective, determined and a total alpha. Shay was strong, beautiful and tough.
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I so missed the biker world in books. I devoured Shay and Taggart story in one sitting. Talk about sexy alpha males. Yes please, sign me up.
Audrey delivered in sexy, dominant, protective males. That was in Rex and every other male mentioned in The Pride. The reason behind their mission was even better. It gets you right in the heart-strings.
This series is a must read for me for sure.
This is a new author to me, and I will certainly be looking out for her work in the future. This is the 1st book in a series of novellas from this author. Shay / Princess is excited to open her own business, and when Rex walks in, the chemistry between these two in undeniable. Problem being Shay is the “Princess” as her dad is president of his MC, and Rex is his VP. This is a well written story which is sweet, and a quick, entertaining read.
Audrey Carlan est de retour avec une nouvelle saga mais cette fois ci le format ne sera pas comme pour Calendar Girl ou International Guy étant donné que ce ne sera pas une nouvelle par mois . À l’heure actuelle, l’auteur va nous emmener dans l’univers des bikers au travers de quatre nouvelles qui pourront être lues de manière totalement indépendante.
Biker Babe est donc la première nouvelle de Biker Beauties dans lesquelles les héroïnes seront mises à l’honneur . Shay O’Donnell connaît très bien cet univers si particulier étant donné qu’elle est la fille de Riot , le président des Hero’s Pride. En tant que Princesse, elle est respectée et gare à celui qui osera lever la main sur elle et la blesser . C’est sans doute pour cela qu’elle a fait l’erreur de choisir un homme qui ne faisait pas partie de cet univers même s’il s’avère que ce choix n’était pas le bon . Malgré son statut de “princesse ” il est inconcevable pour elle de se tourner les pouces et de ne rien faire . Même si elle a eu les appuis financiers de ses parents, elle va monter sa propre entreprise.
J’ai donc aimé le côté moderne et indépendant de cette jeune femme qui entend bien mener sa vie comme elle le désire. Elle est pertinemment consciente des règles qui régissent le club mais ce n’est pas pour autant qu’elle va les accepter sans ciller quand ces dernières auront un impact sur sa vie amoureuse . Elle essaiera donc de tirer son épingle du jeu et de contourner ces dites règles pour assurer son bonheur . Dans l’univers des bikers , il n’est pas toujours facile d’être une femme mais j’ai aimé la tournure qu Audrey Carlan a donné à son héroïne . Malgré tout, le format nouvelle fait en sorte que les choses vont vite et parfois un peu trop vite comme c’est le cas pour le dénouement final.
Rex a lui aussi baigné depuis sa plus tendre enfance dans l’univers des bikers etant donné que son père est le président des Hero s Pride pour l’antenne de Californie . Il a connu une vie complètement différente en intégrant les Marines et le retour à la maison fut un dur retour à la réalité. Par le biais de ses décisions, nous pouvons constater que c’est un homme d’honneur qui ne veut pas dévier de la légalité . Il va donc prendre une décision en conséquence qui va l’emmener en Oregon. Il va obtenir un poste de choix chez notre club de biker et n’hésitera pas un seul instant à prouver sa bravoure, sa fidélité et sa loyauté. Il paraît très macho lors de sa rencontre avec Shay mais c’est une des caractéristiques des bikers à vrai dire. Pourtant il ne manquera jamais de respect vis à vis de l’héroïne et il assumera complètement ses choix .
Bref , j’ai passé un bon moment de lecture avec cette première nouvelle dans l’univers des Biker Beauties. Audrey Carlan s’essaie dans un nouveau genre avec un nouvel univers et de nouveaux personnages et l’ensemble est assez réussi. Une fois de plus, la place de la femme est mise en avant dans la confiance qu’elle doit avoir en elle. Je suis désormais curieuse de découvrir la deuxième nouvelle dont le résumé a attiré mon attention.
Biker babe by Audrey Carlan is a fast paced, short read but man does it pack a punch. Rex and Princess are a match made in heaven. She is strong willed, ballsy and definitely a handful. Whilst Rex is hot blooded, hard-headed, stubborn and a sexy biker. What more could you possibly want? Their chemistry literally explodes off the pages between these two whilst they balance the life of an MC, new relationship and other people’s opinions.
This was a new author for me and I have to say that if this is what Audrey Carlan produces then I’m going to have to look at previous book and get reading! A must read for MC fans with a strong heroine!
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Wow, this has to be one of my favourite books. It had everything from MC life to love.
I loved Shay and Rex together, they didn’t care about etiquette they went for what they wanted.
I laughed alot at some of the things in this book.
I can’t wait for next book.
3.5 stars
This was more novella than full novel, but it was a quick and somewhat fun read. I liked the premise – forbidden love is almost always a winner – and the characters were all interesting. It was my first from this author, and I’m reserving judgement until I read at least one more story because everyone has off days when reading; but this one fell a little flat for me.
Everything feels super exaggerated, right from the start. Being plunked down into a story is one thing, but the reactions, dialogue, everything just felt over-acted. It was engaging and steamy, but I was left needing a bit more story and a bit less drama.
Shay O’Donnell just opened up her own store, Biker Babe, and has lots of support from the Hero’s Pride M.C. of which her dad, Riot is the President. She has always stayed away from bikers as boyfriends but her last boyfriend, Gary, doesn’t seem to be understanding the fact that she doesn’t want him back.
Taggert “Rex” Crawford has just moved to town to become the new VP of the club after leaving the club his father was running in California. He hated the way his father’s club was going and was desperate to get out of there and get with a club that followed the same beliefs that he has.
When Rex witnesses an altercation between Shay and Gary he interferes and becomes a protector if Shay immediately before knowing who she is. But now Rex must decide if pursuing Shay is worth losing his position in his new club.
This was a good book and the first time I have read this author.
I really liked Shay and liked that although she was the “Princess” of the club she wanted to make something of herself independent of her family and their connections. She loved her store and was excited that it was her passion. I loved that she had lots of personality and never let anyone push her around yet it was clear that Gary was not afraid of her family.
I thought Rex was awesome right from the start and I loved that he protected a complete stranger when he could see that she needed help. Rex knew he wanted Shay right from the first moment he saw her and went to do whatever it took to claim her as his.
I liked how shocked Rex was to discover who Shay was and I was impressed that it didn’t scare him away. Yet soon enough I was freaking out for Rex and I hated what was planned for him because of Shay. I didn’t think it was right when he protected her and I thought it was so barbaric but I got that it was the rules.
The end was great and I was super happy for Rex and Shay and they deserved everything they got!
By Rebecca
After just one book I know I am going to love this series. The author gave us a well written outstanding storyline with characters that are strong and loveable. Lots of MC behind the scenes action, which is another thing I loved about Biker Babe.
The book is a quick fast paced novella about the “club princess” and the man who wants to claim her. Which as most MC readers know claiming a Club Princess is no easy feat. He not only has to get the girl, he’s got to prove to his prez and the entire club he’s “good enough”.
I loved Biker Babe, book#1, and I’m looking forward to more in the Biker Beauties series. I highly recommend grabbing up this novella ASAP. 2 Thumbs Up and 5 Stars.
Holy Crap, Strap on those Helmets for a fast paced Ride Mandy@ Janise’s Jivin’ Book Blog
Shay the “Princess” of the pack, untouchable to a lot is in for the ride of her life whether she wants it or not. Try as she might she cant resist the New Alpha Hunk who wants to claim her so soon after meeting. Can you say love at first sight?
“ I Don’t Date Bikers”- Shay
Rex the Hot as all get out new VP of the Hero’s Pride MC, and soon to be the man of the woman he has laid claim to even if she doesn’t know it yet. He is more than up for the challenge to do what he must to stake his claim for the woman who hold his life in her hands. Fate has brought them together, but will the MC tear them apart?
“For Me, She’s the only woman ill die…”- Rex
OMG!!!!!!!!
I am so in love with this book. I can not wait until the rest of the series comes out. It is by far my most favorite of her books.
Shay and Rex and just incredible together. The love that you feel for them is so amazing. The spark is so instant that you get sucked in. They have some up and downs and I even had a few tears at one point.
But in order to know what happens you need to read it.
MC, insta-love, Alpha bikers and a new VP who just happens to claim his ole lady straight away and who just happens to be the biker princess. Oh you just know there is gonna be tears. This short story is full on and I enjoyed it and I am looking forward to reading more about the other MC members.
Biker Babe made me all swoony! Wendy for Janise’s Jivin’ Book Blog
Audrey has done it again! Biker Babe is fun and sexy. Loved the characters. Shay is tough enough to hold her own but Rex is the ultimate good guy and wants to be her protector. Mags is awesome and she can keep all these big tough bikers in line. This is a series of novellas so quick and easy reads. I am looking forward to getting to know some of the other characters better in the rest of the series.
I have to start by saying how honored I am to have read and reviewed an advance copy of Biker Babe by Audrey Carlan. Audrey is one of my favorite authors and I adore her books. I was so excited to read this new novella and sink my teeth into another Audrey Carlan book.
Biker Babe is a novella about a beautiful, bad-ass biker princess. Her dad is the president of the Hero’s Pride biker club and her mom is his one and his only old lady. Shay is the biker princess and she has opened her very own biker apparel and gifts shop named Biker Babe. Rex is the new vice president of the Oregon chapter of the Hero’s Pride. Rex sets his sights on Shay she stands no chance against him. She has sworn never to date a biker and a biker in her dad’s club is off-limits, but can Rex change all that? Pre-order Biker Babe to find out!
Shay is a bad-ass biker princess who is ready to make a name for herself. She opens her store and is ready to be self-sufficient. As she starts this new endeavor, Rex comes knocking into her world, quite literally. Shay is smart, bold, sexy-as-hell, and completely unprepared for the hurricane that is Rex. Rex has left his chapter of Hero’s Pride in California to join the Oregon chapter as the new vice president. He is ready for a change and to focus on the club he loves. His club is everything until he lays eyes on the sexy, Shay. The passion and chemistry these two share is off the charts. You will be enthralled and head over heels after this story is finished. If you are anything like me, you will be begging for the next in the series
4.5 Stars for Biker Babe the first book in the new Biker Beauties by Audrey Carlan
I was excited when I heard we were getting a new series and I wasn’t disappointed because this book gave me everything I want in a first book and I was certainly left wanting more from the Hero’s Pride MC members and their families and friends.
Shay aka Princess is the daughter of the president of the Hero’s Pride MC so technically she should be off limits to all members of the MC but the new Vice President has other ideas. Rex is attracted to Shay from the moment their eyes met and he doesn’t take long to claim her as his old lady……but will the other members and her father allow this to happen……
The chemistry between Shay and Rex was intense, the banter was witty and entertaining and once again this author has given us a group of characters we will want to hear more about. Looking forward to book two n what certainly looks like a hit series in the making.
4 Star Review Biker Babe (Biker Beauties #1)by Audrey Carlan
I know this is hard to believe but this is the first book I have read by Audrey Carlan. When I heard she had a new series releasing I jumped at the chance to read and review.
Excited to have opened her shop Biker Babe, Shay is determined to make it a success. The last thing she needs is to be attracted to Rex.
I really enjoyed Biker Babe, from start to finish Ms. Carlan drew me in and held me captive with the story she wove about Shay aka Princess, the daughter of the President of the Hero’s Pride MC and it’s new vice president Taggart “Rex” Crawford.
The chemistry between Shay and Rex is scorching and you could feel the intensity rising. The banter between them was entertaining and the writing was strong. Shay and Rex are well suited for one another as neither of them make it easy for the other.
Although a novella, the story packed a punch. Ms. Carlan’s characters were strong, the women feisty and the men so darn Alpha it almost hurts. They love hard, they play hard and there is just something about these men and their women that really intrigued me.
Looking forward to reading the next book in the series.
MC books are one of my favourite genres so when I saw Audrey was writing a new series I knew i had to read it.
This was a quick novella read however unfortunately it fell short for me. Everything felt OTT and the dialogue was over exaggerated. I never felt like I got to know the characters very well or felt any connection between them apart from sexual chemistry. I adore this author so I will check out future books in the series.
Shayla is a Biker Babe all the way. She loves the club, all the brothers, owns her own bike and now her own business. She’s wild and feisty. Just perfect ol’ lady material–except–she’s club princess true royalty as the daughter of the President. None of the guys will touch her so they are relegated to uncles and brothers. Until…
Rex is the new VP. The first duty is to get his new patch sewn on. Before he can get in the store that has the club go-to guy for the patch he sees just what he wants in the display window. Shay. When a man starts to annoy her Rex steps in and takes care of it. He assures her she doesn’t have to worry about him or anyone else. He is now her protector.
Not that she isn’t interested. But he’s not gonna want her when he learns who she is. What woman wouldn’t want him he is gorgeous–hot–big–and alpha all the way.
Having this woman for his own even with her consent will cost him. Will he pay the price?
While a short read, I loved it and all of the characters. It is steamy hot and I was delighted to hear there are more stories to come.
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This story was short, sweet and a heck of a ride! Debra@ Janise’s Jivin’ Book Blog
Biker Babe was my first Audrey Carlan book and so much fun to read. It is an insta-love story that gives you everything you could want inside the pages. Even though it was instant love for our leading characters doesn’t mean it was all that easy. Some things had to be gone through to actually get their happily ever after! Our supporting characters are tough, loving and a whole lot of fun. Some are kind of intense and make you wonder what their story is. Rex leaves no doubt that “Princess” is worth everything and that she is his queen in every way.
With this quick little novella of fun you better put on your helmet and hang on tight!
Shay O’Donnell is a princess, born and bred. She isn’t your typical princess though, her father is the reigning president of the Hero’s Pride Motorcycle Club. She’s biker royalty and she’s off-limits. When Taggart “Rex” Crawford, the new Vice President of The Pride and her father’s second-in-command, walks in her strict no-dating-bikers rule walks out. Rex and Shay fall for each other hard and fast and soon discover that when it comes to one another they’re more than willing to go to any lengths to protect what’s theirs. Even if it means facing her father, her brother and the brothers of their MC.
As a novella goes, it was short and sweet. Their love story was a fun one to race through. The only aspect of this story that didn’t really work for me was the feeling that some of the interactions felt forced as if parts of narration didn’t flow well together. I would have loved to have read more of their love story and look forward to checking out the next in this series. 4/5 stars; I’d recommend this book to anyone looking for a quick read with a sweet biker insta-love, insta-lust story woven in.
“The Biker Beauties is a collection of interconnected standalone novellas. They can be read out of order if desired. They are high in heat, but don’t forget the sweet.” – Audrey Carlan. Many thanks go to Give Me Books Events Bloggers and the author, Audrey Carlan, for providing me with an advanced reader copy of this title in exchange for an honest review.