Loyalty is Everything.Neglected at home, bullied in school, Matteo “Boots” Romano had to learn too young how to take care of himself.Raised in a 1% MC by a father who thought of her as little more than a commodity, Celeste Hall spent her young life plotting her escape.Whether it was fate that brought them together that night, or Matteo’s resolve to see the mysterious, beautiful Celeste one more … beautiful Celeste one more time before he left New York, neither of them might ever know.
But when the two teenagers literally collide in the night, they set in motion a series of events that will take them across the United States and even into Mexico as Celeste runs from her past, her present, and an uncertain future…and Boots searches for a place where he might finally feel like he truly belongs.
Just as Boots starts to fall in love with the feisty young woman with eyes the color of the sea, he is forced to learn a hard truth, that loyalty might just be no more than a word in the dictionary.
Celeste will spend the better part of the next decade on the run, moving from one dangerous situation to the next, while Boots forges a path toward success.
When he ultimately takes a fork in the road that leads him to the Westside Skulls clubhouse, he’ll finally discover the place he’s been searching for, the place where he belongs.
From Westside in Fresno to the newest chapter of the Skulls in Phoenix, Boots will once again begin to carve out his own future…one that will suddenly be threatened by a web of lies, a brutal murder and the kidnapping of a young boy.
When it looks like Boots might have committed these heinous acts, will the Skulls turn their backs on one of their own?
Or will they pull together and prove to Boots and the rest of the world that the U.S. Marine’s aren’t the only brotherhood who refuse to leave a man behind?
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Another great story in this ongoing series! We instantly fell in love with Boots as the man had a heart of gold and was loving ,compassionate ,caring and understanding and no matter how shitty his life was growing up he rose above it all and made something of himself all on his own.
This story was heart felt and even tugged on one hearts strings and one full of secrets. My heart went out to Boots time and time again as the guy never seemed to catch as break as that big heart of his almost sent him to prison for looking out for a family who was struggling and because of his good deeds they just might have been his downfall.
Boots was one of those characters that never forgot his first love and even though he has the family he always wanted something was missing from his life until fate intervenes once again and comes face to face with his past once again.Will Boots get a second chance to live out his Happily Ever After ?
The story was filled with tons of drama,love,betrayal’s,revenge and retribution.I loved how so many people came to support Boots in his time of need.We loved seeing some of our other favorite characters from the other Chapters of the Skulls grace the pages of this current story which made us love the story even more.
Although we loved Boots we have to say that we loved Celeste/Sadie so so much too as that women was something else .Can you say firecracker? That was Celeste! We loved how strong and determined and independent she was and how no matter how hard and tragic her life was at times for the most part her choices were one of her choosing and not one that was forced on her.
Overall this was great engrossing story that had you turning the pages to the bitter end.We felt that fate was at work for this couple and even though they spent years apart it was always working behind the scenes for this couple .
Boots said something like this two that perhaps they just needed to make their own way in the world before it was their time and whether those choices were good or bad there would be only one outcome for the both of them and that would be to find their way back to one another.
We love reading a story that love stands that test of time as in just makes the story even more heartfelt and one that warms ones heart.
A Recommended read to all!
This book was so different and I loved every word. I was so engrossed in the story and I was rooting for Boots all the way through. I wanted him to have his happy ending, but with Jessie there is always a twist. This story was so amazing and I highly recommend it!!!
4 stars
Another great addition to the Skulls MC! While a reader’s enjoyment might be enhanced by understanding all stories of the brothers, Boots is a standalone book in the Phoenix Skulls series.
I’ve been intrigued by Boots since his first introduction many books ago, so I was excited to dive into his story. Cooke exceeded my expectations in terms of his backstory and gave readers great context to this quiet, sensitive man. Understanding his upbringing and even the creation of his road name gives such great perspective into how he deals with life and relationships.
Matteo and Celeste/Sadie knew each other in their formative years and created a bond in very unique circumstances. They made choices with far reaching consequences and as adults, they’re still dealing with those consequences. Joining the MC gave Boots the family he longed for and the strength to fight for those he loves but life isn’t without obstacles and Boots and Sadie had more than their fair share to reach their HEA.
I really enjoyed this story! My heart broke for Boots as he struggled through the book. He’s a good man with an enormous heart and I truly felt for him. Great read and great addition to the series!
AnnMarie – Alphas Do It Better Book Blog
Who Is Matteo “Boots” Romano? Who is Celeste Hall? How do they meet? Who is Finn McGregor and where do we meet him? This is the 1st MC read that I have seen this much background information about the main person the story is about. Matteo’s backstory is heartbreaking for me. It made my heart physically hurt for him. Wow, who knew that Matteo running into Celeste would change both of their lives as much as it did. What happens over the next 10 years was interesting to learn about. I feel bad for Lane. Secrets are a hard thing when they come out. Read to see what happens to Angela and Richie & who is behind it all and what happens to Boots because of it.
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I really enjoyed this book. It had all different things. Only thing I had trouble with is keeping up with timelines, so I had to keep looking back.
I enjoyed the story of Boots and Celeste, they may of been through alot but in the end it came full circle.
I can’t wait to see what comes next.
Firstly, let me begin by saying that this is the 30th book in this phenomenal series and it takes a unique and very special author to have the ability and talent of writing so many in-depth stories in a series without running out of steam!! Bravo Jessie!!
This is Boots and Celeste’s story and while she has spent her life on the run, he is just as determined to find her again. This is a beautifully written story which had me totally captivated throughout this addictive page turner, and I cannot recommend this highly enough and look forward to reading more from this gifted author.
Boots & Harleys
Celeste grew up within a 1% MC club with her father being the vice prez of the Steel Horsemen MC and he was her only living parent. She knew the club life so when her father was willing to give her to another club prez she knew it was time to run. Celeste took a little parting gift with her and went on the run. That’s the night she literally ran into Matteo/Boots.
Boots knew what it was like to be picked on as a kid and that first started in kindergarten when he was teased about wearing second hand shoes and the bully didn’t let up which in the future gave him the obsession with shoes. He lived a hard life but within this childhood experience it shaped him into standing up for the underdog.
Boots had eyes for Celeste but she one tough girl who had told him once that what was important was boots and Harleys. These two had teamed up after running away from home and dealt with some really hard times especially since her father’s MC was out to kill her for what she took from them. She knew she had to save Boots by ditching him which led her down another path that was beyond a struggle.
This book had suspense, being falsely accused of heinous crimes and stepping up to help out kids in need. The chemistry between Celeste and Boots was amazing and years later drew them both back together and led them down a path full of perseverance and plenty of steam. I recommend this book. It was a hard book to put down.