“Rough and rugged, sensual and seductive,” ~ Erin Noelle, USA Today Bestselling AuthorI protect what’s mine.The ranch, my family, our buried secrets.Nothing will stop me from reassembling the life that went terribly wrong.Not the law.Not our enemies.Not even Maybe Quinn.The gorgeous, quarrelsome journalist shouldn’t have meddled.I shouldn’t have let her stay.But she’s hiding something in those … meddled.
I shouldn’t have let her stay.
But she’s hiding something in those deceptive blue eyes.
Something deeper than her thirst for a news story.
I make a deal with her to buy time.
To unravel her lies. To play with her. To satisfy my darker appetites.
When she buckles beneath my belt, I’ll send her away.
Unless I buckle first.
TRAILS OF SIN series (HEAs with no cliffhangers – must be read in order):
Knotted #1 – Jake and Conor
Buckled #2 – Jarret and Maybe
Booted #3 – Lorne and Raina
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4.5 stars
Admittedly book one was not my favorite. I was afraid that Buckled would come across as filler because I was not that intrigued by Jarret and Maybe. I am glad I was wrong. I thought their chemistry was explosive. Buckled is more angsty and erotic than I expected it to be. I also thought it was a bit more romantic. I loved it. As these two fall in love, they are both keeping secrets that can ruin them. As you know from book one Jarret’s secrets are ugly. His secrets were a great tie in to Maybe’s backstory.
I cannot wait to get my hands on Lorne’s book as it concludes this family’s story. I am really dying to know him. So far, he has been a mystery. It will be interesting to see how he handles life after getting out. I am curious about Raina’s secrets as well. What is going on with her? I can’t wait to find out.
If you want to see how Pam Godwin takes on dark cowboys (although not as dark as Pam’s previous works) you will not be disappointed. I thought this book in particular had a lot of heart. Buckled has secrets and drama but it is also steamy and romantic.
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OMG OMG OMG I need a Jarret. I thought the last book was good. This book is unstoppable. You start to read and can’t put the old kindle down. You need a do not disturb sign.
The relationship and one liners between Maybe and Jarret have you smiling but you heart pinging at the same time.
The passion between them and the chemistry is amazing and just saying if my fella bought my cow to me I’d be a gonna.
Don’t read before the previous book as so much more unfurls.
I can’t wait to see where Lornes character goes as there is rather a lot of pent up energy to get rid off. 5s. Sorry hope that not a spoiler.
Every book that I’ve read by Pam Godwin, I’ve adored, despite the emotional torment I feel as I read each one and the fact that I’m forced to witness the absolute fracturing of her characters’ hearts and souls as they maneuver through the shitstorm they’re subjected to, attempting to figure out a way to repair their brokenness by facing the past and focusing on the future.
Pam Godwin’s newest series, Trails of Sin, showcases her incredible storytelling and the effortless ways she seems to capture every single character emotion in a way that readers feel down to their core, and because her characters bare their souls in their own perspectives, it’s impossible not to mourn with them as they experience and endure heinous ordeals, understanding that the only person who can heal them is themselves and/or those who have suffered right along with them.
Book 1, Knotted, Jake and Connor’s story, sets the stage for what led to Jake and Jarret becoming the unethical, vengeful, angry men, and for the life of me, I cannot condemn them for their actions or the things that they have done to protect themselves and those they love. For six years, Jake, Conor, Jarret, and Lorne have relived the night that changed all of their lives numerous times, forcing the pain and devastation to always simmer beneath the surface, but since Jake, Jarret, and Lorne have set in motion the steps to take back their lives and bring Conor back home where she belongs, the darkness has eased slightly but these four will never be whole again until all of them are reunited and everyone who forced them to endure hell on earth for years have paid for their crimes.
Buckled is Jarret’s story, and it focuses on his efforts to move forward, taking care of his family and his ranch while also contending with an outsider who he instantly craves and refuses to let go of until she submits to him in limitless ways.
I have to admit that I was concerned about my perception of Jarret heading into his story; it’s beyond clear that his twin, Conor, and Lorne mean everything to him and he would gladly kill, maim, and destroy anyone who attempted to hurt them, but I didn’t know what made him tick…I didn’t know what was beneath his manwhore ways and the darkness that always seemed to surround him.
But, I can unequivocally say that there is a depth to Jarret that I didn’t even see in Jake, and while that may be due to Jake’s already established relationship with Conor and the steps he took to protect her, I’m still astounded by how multifaceted Jarret is and how amazing he turned out to be once he found what he was looking for and refused to let go of despite the risks he took and the secrets he withheld to get what he wanted.
Both Jarret and Maybe could buckle under the magnitude of their feelings for one another; at first, they were ones of mistrust and annoyance, but those emotions quickly turned to curiosity and desire and those are the ones that kept moving their relationship forward, despite the words they refused to say and the secrets that still held the ability to destroy them.
Because readers get both Jarret and Maybe’s perspectives, we are privy to their conflicting feelings, to their overwhelming desire for each other, to the way they communicate with their bodies instead of their words, to the sensual and sexual journey Jarret takes Maybe on, and to their struggle to not allow their pasts to affect the future they seem to want together, and let me just say that the way that Jarret and Maybe feel about one another as their time together continues goes way beyond anything either of them thought possible.
But this book also provides readers with more of Conor and Jake’s progress, not only as a reunited couple but also has two individuals who have had to deal with more than anybody should have to, especially at their age. As a reader, I needed this insight…I was desperate to check-in on this couple and witness their healing, and I’m so glad that Pam Godwin provides readers with that information in Jarret’s story. What’s also clear in Buckled is how important Lorne’s return is and how difficult it has been for his family to have him in prison for ten years and the type of man he will be upon his release.
Pam Godwin is a powerful writer; she captures her characters’ emotions and the plot’s intricacies so vividly, articulating everything readers need to know about all those involved in the story and leading us through her complex storyline by slowly revealing everything that’s necessary to understand why her characters were forced to travel the path they did regardless of how much pain and hurt it caused them.
I’m ready for Booted now!!
5+ Poison Apples
“Jarret & Maybe’s story – an utterly sizzling romance”
I received an Advance Reader Copy for BUCKLED (Trails of Sin, Book #2) written by Pam Godwin and voluntarily reviewed this book. Unlike his twin, Jake, Jarret has been playing the field since he was sixteen and had not yet met a woman who was extraordinary…until he was approached by Maybe Quinn while out at Big Sugar Bar, showing way too much interest in them and asking one too many questions. Maybe’s stalking and digging to find answers to all her questions makes the Holsten brothers mighty uncomfortable. But this big-city female just makes Jarret beyond hot under the collar for her, unknowingly stimulating and pushing all his buttons until he offers her a deal, even though he has her pegged as a journalist digging for information gold around a secret their family needs to keep buried. However, Maybe is sharp enough to be absolutely sure about one thing: the trail she has followed ends at the Julep Ranch. She has her own secrets to keep, and perhaps it will cost her the price of her heart as well as her peace of mind to finally get the rest of the pieces of the puzzle she needs, but she is ready and willing to ride the storm with Jarret to reach that calm.
These two very strong characters together make for an all-consuming and very elemental love, with some of the hottest levels of arousing emotion written for when they come together. Earning trust at many levels is pivotal in this story. Jarret is a rare specimen of a man, fiercely defending and supporting all those he holds dear, which now includes the one woman whom he realizes he has been waiting for all his life. And he is NEVER going to let her go. **SIGH**
So very looking forward to Lorne & Raina’s story!
BUCKLED: Is the second book in P. Godwin’s ‘Trails of Sin’ series. It picks up where the first book left off. This is Jarret and Maybe’s story. Jarret encounters Maybe at their local drinking spot, he’s got his back up, he assumes she’s a journalist and he is determined to hold everything close to his chest and protect those he loves, no matter who gets hurt in the process. Even if that means sassy, sexy, sweet Maybe is one of the casualties. To Jarrett, she is forbidden-one of temptations greatest and she may be the one thing that could destroy his family. What Jarret doesn’t know is that Maybe has secrets of her own that she’s not willing to share. She’s has lost everything and she thinks Jarret holds the answers to all her questions; she’s not about to give up until she finds out all she seeks. This book isn’t as dark as the first book but it is full of angst- it is an angsty romance- full of the steam, the heat, the darkness, the angst, the forbidden, the pain, the kinky, the secrets. This is one story that you do not want to miss out on. I am eagerly awaiting book 3 because the hero and heroine have been introduced in book 2 and OMG- I am practically doing my hurry up and get here dance, its gonna be that good. This is a really good romantic suspense story with great big sizzle/steam running all thru this story.
My Rating: 4.6 stars *****
“I received an advanced copy of this book from the author at no cost to me.”
Stick a fork in me I’m done. Thanks to Jarret that sexy and protective cowboy. Oh my did he make me swoon with his larger than life heart and his kinky ways in the bedroom department. He kept surprising me with his feelings. Man did that man love hard. His love for his brother Jake and his girlfriend Conor and her brother Lorne are his everything. His family who he will do anything for and already has with no regrets. These four people share a bond and a secret.
A blonde and independent woman called Maybe Quinn has her own agenda for getting to the bottom of that secret. When she clashes with Jarret sparks fly. At first they’re apprehensive about one another but quickly makes a deal because of their mutual attraction. Also Jarret has his reasons for keeping the secret hidden and Maybe wants answers. Their deal is spending time with one another for answers. Which also means getting intimate.
Jarret and Maybe are incredible together thanks to an intense and combustible chemistry. I enjoyed their growing friendship and how Jarret took his time making Maybe feeling comfortable and safe around him. Jarret enjoys kinky sex and so does Maybe but hasn’t fully embraced it yet. The way Jarret makes her embrace her sexuality was beautifully and very sensually written that I needed a cold shower. These two made each other bloom and shine in every way. Maybe is a strong heroine with her own opinion and mind which I really liked. She didn’t take crap from anyone. Jarret just kept on wooing me with his protective and alpha side. He was determined to show Maybe that she belonged with him.
Buckled is a fabulous enemies to lovers romance with so much heart and soul. I enjoyed it so much thanks to five strong characters and a story with relatable topics such as family, loyalty and love. This series keeps getting better and I’m really excited for the final installment. All I can say is I want myself a cowboy.
4.5 BadAssDirtyThunderAndLightningStars
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~~4.5 ELECTRIFYING STARS!~~
“She’s the one I’ve been waiting for.”
Yeee-hawwww! Have a hankering for a trio of hot, dangerously sexy, rough and tumble cowboys with a taste for dark domination? Then look no further than the gloriously sensuous Trails of Sins series by ROMANCE GODDESS EXTRAORDINAIRE Pam Godwin!
In the emotionally explosive first book, KNOTTED, Jake lassoed hearts, but yowza…in this scintillating second installment, his ferociously primal twin brother Jarret whipped me up into a frenzy and left me BEGGING for more!!!!
THE STORY:
BUCKLED picks up right where KNOTTED left off, with the corruption and murder at the Julep Ranch reverberating deeply. But now that his brother Jake has finally found forever bliss with his truelove Conor, it’s Jarret’s turn to have his life turned upside down by a feisty filly!
And does he EVER!
After a combative first encounter with mouthy out of towner Maybelline Quinn raises Jarret’s hackles, the gruff cattle rancher’s fit to be tied when the pesky reporter shows up uninvited on the Julep Ranch, sniffing out a story.
Maybe is a woman on a mission, in a desperate personal quest for answers from John Holsten’s boys, which she suspects holds the key to her own secretive past. But a tight-lipped Jarret needs certain skeletons to STAY buried and isn’t about to let this sassy-mouthed city gal stick her pretty nose where it don’t belong.
So, to keep her from stirring up a hornet’s nest, and to satiate this wild, ravenous hunger she ignites in him, Jarret agrees to give Maybe the story she wants…at a price: Her days will spent working alongside him on the ranch. And her nights? She’ll willingly surrender to his every lascivious command! And while she initially fights tooth and nail against her traitorous, conflicting desires, the CHASE IS ON!!!
However, what starts out as a wickedly wanton, mutually beneficial wager soon evolves into SO MUCH MORE! And as love, treachery and pulse pounding danger collide, brace yourselves for a TORRENTIAL storm of epic proportions!
MY MUSINGS:
Pam Godwin is one of my UNICORN authors..each darkly entrancing tale that she weaves is pure majesty, and wowzer…she sure sprinkles her magic pixie dust in this book!!!
While not quite as gritty or emotionally grueling as book one, BUCKLED still ropes you in from page one and takes you on an exhilarating ride packed with dark, torrid passion, blistering emotion, bone-chilling suspense, and a soul-burning love that knows no bounds!
This novel is just so decadently sinful and so dang SCORCHING HOT it lit me on fire!!! Gah! Jarret and Maybe SIZZLE and POP from the start. These two headstrong adversaries may be at loggerheads, but their magnetic attraction cannot be contained. I just COULDN’T GET ENOUGH of this combustible duo, and while this coupling initially simmers at a slow burn, once their passion boils over….prepare to be INCINERATED!
As far as heroes go…..holy moly! Jarret is one lethally sexy, dominant alpha male who just pushed ALL my HOTNESS buttons! Bad family blood has twisted him into a ruthless, vengeful man who will cross ANY line to safeguard his loved ones. However, beyond the bossy, predatory, filthy talkin’ persona, he is also intensely loyal, fiercely protective and emanates such raw, potent masculinity he left me ALL AQUIVER!
Bottom Line? These Holsten twins “love hard, with every bone, sinew, and breath” in their bodies. And just like his brother, when Jarret finds his mate… he latches into her FOR LIFE. Sighhhh….the way this man possesses and protects, dominates and cherishes his woman had me swooning like a friggin schoolgirl. And we ALL should be so lucky to have a “gorgeous, sexy beast” like Jarret Holsten plunder us with passion-drenched kisses in the rain like he does with his sweet Maybelline!!!!
And, naturally, every strong, stalwart cowboy needs an equally brave woman by his side, right? Well, hee-haw…Maybe might be a born and bred city gal but she’s NOT afraid to get her hands dirty!! I loved her sass, her innocence, her beautiful bleeding heart ….and her uncanny ability to strip herself emotionally bare under Jarret’s hot, branding touch while STILL retaining her strength and fire.
But brace yourself for a doozy of a plot twist because as Ms. Godwin peels their outer layers away and exposes their devastating truths, it rocks the foundations of both their worlds!
FINAL VERDICT:
BUCKLED delivered big time! This wildly addictive Trails of Sin series about love and loyalty, dangerous secrets and soul-crushing deceptions, and the blood oath that irrevocably binds two families together keeps gaining momentum.
And omg talk about an epic setup for book three! The final scene in this book gave me GOOSEBUMPS GALORE, had me weeping up a storm and now I cannot flippin’ wait for Lorne’s story in the pivotal final chapter— BOOTED— which is guaranteed to Blow. Us. Away!
4.5 Stars!
Jarret committed many sins to avenge the wrong done to his brother Jake and his friend Connor. He pledged to destroy anyone who threatens his family and fulfills every promise. The a feisty reporter lurks near his home, his people and he’s forced to take action. Everything about her makes him lose control and he wants nothing more than to have her under him writhing, begging, submitting. Jarret knows Maybe is hiding too many secrets. Secrets that just might rival his own. Secrets that could destroy them both.
I liked and respected the hell out of Jarret in Knotted but GODDAMNIT I fell in love with him after Buckled. I just knew he’d make my heart hurt with happiness and he did just that. He was so damn swoony and I can’t even talk about his alpha side without hyperventilating. These damn cowbuys love with each and every molecule it their body and it shows. It shows so loudly that you cannot be oblivious to it. I love how these men express their love. It’s the purest, rawest form of love and just urgh I WANT IT!!
I actually really loved Maybe’s character until that certain point where everything fell apart but it was just a mild annoyance because I wanted them both to just be happy and make babies. I think she was perfect for Jarret and the way she accepts his family made me respect her so hard. Also, she turned out to be a freaking badass so obviously I loved the eff out of her.
This story was so fast paced and absolutely thrilling. I admit all the secrets and pain made me want to rip my heart out but we all know it’s not Pam Godwin book without pain and tears.
I am just here waiting with baited breath for Lorne’s book because I know it will be more heart breaking than anything I’ve ever read. Also, 99% sure Lorne is a delicious mofo.
Giddy up girl!! Did you all look at this cover?!? I mean, yes… yes!! This is an absolutely hot cover!! Never, in my life, have I wanted to be lassoed more than I do right now, looking at this cover. First, I’d highly recommend reading Knotted first. They seem to pick up where the last one lets off but with a new couple. This is gonna be short and sweet. I can see myself talking and rambling and telling you every twist and turn… I don’t want to do that, you don’t want me to do that.
In Buckled we have Jarret and Maybe’s story. I was super impatient waiting for this book. I adored Jarret and his twin Jake so much! The first book kept me on the edge of my seat and feverishly turning the pages. Dare I say that I enjoyed Buckled more than I did Knotted?!? Well, it’s true! Ms. Pam Goodwin is just a complete master at telling stories. She’s so creative in the way she tells her stories, unraveling storylines and weaving an intricate plot. Plus, this characters!!! Jarret was just completely IT. But Maybe was where IT is at!! I loved her character!
I received an ARC of this book with the hope that I would leave an Unbiased Opinion. I was not required to leave a review, positive or otherwise, and my opinions are just that… my opinions.
I laughed –
I cried –
I did not want to close this book!
The Trail of Sins series is one of this years must read series!
If you are looking for a book that will have you laughing so hard you kick your feet in the air (don’t judge- yes I looked like I was six )
or crying those ugly tears (a box of tissues is suggested) that streak your face
Than look no further than –
Buckled
If you read one series this year – make it this one
Maybe (don’t you love her name) has questions and she knows that Jake and Jarret have the answers – and she intends to get them no matter the price
Jarret – who stole my heart – is going to protect his family at all costs that includes making sure the hot little report, who is currently fit to be tied, does not uncover his families secrets – no matter the cost
I read a complimentary copy
This is book two in the series – I suggest reading the series in order
To say I loved this book even more than the first one is something.. these characters are some of the best written. Book one was so emotional, and though this book definitely has emotion, it doesn’t overwhelm you in the same way.
Jarret is perfect, he’s hot, protective and kinky as hell.
Maybe is a firecracker, she’s bound and determined to find the truth and she’s got the backbone to do just that.
This story line is one I definitely didn’t see coming, is got suspense, angst and of course hot kinky wet cowboy sex. The way the relationship builds between these character is beautiful to watch and I really enjoyed getting more of jake and Conner. I am so looking forward to Lorne’s book!
This Trails of Sin series is probably going to make its way onto my favorites list. These books are seriously so freaking good. Knotted was one of the darkest books I have ever read. It handled a nearly impossible trigger with grace and class. I had no doubt that Buckled would be just as good. God, I love when I’m right.
Story Line: This is the story of Jarret and Maybe. Yes, her name is Maybe. And I kinda love it. Book one was the story of Jake and Conor. Jake and Jarret are twin brothers. So, there’s your little back story. There’s a deep darkness inside these brothers. But the same goes for Maybe. She comes to their ranch hiding a giant secret. A secret I forgot about until everything comes to a head and then I couldn’t stop reading even I tried. If I could have glued my eyelids open reading this last night, I totally would have. This story is anything but traditional. Sure, there are sexy as sin cowboys working on a giant ranch to make a living. But the underlying secrets are what bring this story line to a whole new level. Plus, Jarret and Jake both have a kink factor too which is unbelievably hot.
Maybe ends up working on the ranch to essentially earn her keep. But all those long hours together, turns to some pretty steamy and naughty nights. But the story doesn’t end there. Because our author doesn’t believe in rainbows and unicorns. Oh no, this is very dark knight in shining armor. And our leading lady is no damsel in distress. Oh no. She’s strong and witty, and downright funny at times. Maybe and Jarret’s banter is so entertaining. I think I fell in love with their characters almost immediately on impact.
Interaction: Jarret is such a broody alpha man. And Maybe is a down on her luck, but fighting her way kicking and screaming out of the hole type of person. Jarret wants to be all boss man with her and she just dishes it right back at him. There’s one scene that potentially involves artificially inseminating a cow that had my legit rolling with laughter. It was so unexpected but so absolutely fitting for their characters. They work hard together. Maybe, for never working on a farm, totally holds her own which made me respect the hell out of her. I know farmers work harder than probably anyone else on the planet. So for her to keep up with the guys? Holy girl power batman!
Laundry: Oh Jarret. Jarret, Jarret, Jarret. He’s so kinky. I love it. Now, I’m not talking a red room of torture. No, he doesn’t have a billion toys to use on Maybe. But he does give a good spanking. And when I say good, I mean, I have just read my favorite one of all time in this book. Because not only was it steamy, but it also sort of explained WHY Maybe liked it, which was amazing. And of course, there was much more than spanking. MUCH MORE. Oh lordy, I need a minute.
Depth: What happened to Conor in book one was beyond horrific. And those events from book 1 trickled down into book 2 to add new elements of darkness, surprise and depth. We meet Lorne’s future leading lady at the beginning and I instantly have a love/hate relationship with her. But she plays a pretty big part in the depth to this story. So, thanks to a series of events that I will not divulge to avoid any spoilers, I am all too eagerly waiting for book 3 to be released. Trust me on this, you’re going to read things you never saw coming. You’re going to be shocked, enamored and even swooning.
I loved this book so much. I cannot rave about it enough. It’s the perfect blend of twisted and hot as Hades. Now don’t mind me, I’ll just be over here bouncing my foot vigorously waiting for the final installment.
Buckled is the second book in the Trailer of Sins series and not a stand-alone. You need to read Knotted first to be fully aware of the world you set your foot in.
You already know Jarret but you also meet Maybe in the first book. So many questions are left unanswered by the end of book 1. I really needed to know who was Maybe? Why she was there? What were her intentions? And how would she handled Jarret?
For sure Pam Godwin answered all of them! Once againBuckled is a fast past kind of read. The intrigue surrounding brothers & sister doesn’t evolve much BUT the tension between our two MC is all over the place.
Jarret has special needs meaning he’s into BDSM. I was not expecting it when I first started the series but you are warned Jack&Jarret are two kinky twin brother. I would say that Jack was on a softer side. Even if the bdsm element is not a major point, it’s still there. Jarret is an alpha man waiting for the right woman to fully accept him and what he wants.
The moment he meet Maybe, he hope she is the one. Everything about her scream perfection. But be careful Maybe is not a submissive all the time.
Overall I thoroughly enjoyed spending my time with this couple. The need for each other is strong and when they let themselves be their connection was off the charts!! Still I was a little taken aback by how Maybe acted in the last 20% thus the reason for my 4 stars rating.
Now I’ll have to wait a little more for Lorne’s story. I have a feeling it’s going to be intense. After all the guy is just out after 10 years behind bars but I’m so ready for him.
Buckled is the fantastic second book in the Trails of Sins series and picks up right where the first book left off. Pam Godwin has an amazing way with words that makes me want to run off to Oklahoma in search of Julep Ranch and my very own cowboy!!
I adored Jarret Holsten and his fierce loyalty and all-consuming love. Those he loves he will protect at whatever costs. When Maybe Quinn comes to town Jarret thinks he knows what to expect but is taken by surprise when he meets his match. Maybe is fiery, sassy and strong-willed and absolutely captivates Jarret. I loved the witty banter between Jarret and Maybe and how they each gave as good as they got. They were fiery and intense and there was definitely a scene or two when I was surprised my Kindle didn’t scorch me!
Pam Godwin knows how to keep her readers on the edge of their seat guessing until the end. Buckled was an emotional and captivating read I didn’t want to put down. The ending took me by surprise and had me wanting to throw my Kindle against the nearest wall. However, I need more of this story and am now counting down the days until I can get my hands on Booted!
Can Pam Godwin write a freaking kick ass book that will leave you breathless — ahhhh YES!!!
I fell in love with these amazing cowboys in the first book “Knotted” and I knew, just knew that once I got to read Jake’s story we would, no doubt get to read Jarred’s and then Lorne’s story too. I was super, duper excited and let me just tell you, Pam Godwin never, EVER disappoints when it comes to her books.
The chemistry between Jarred and Maybe was so damn hot that it left me scorching, the sex scenes were freaking unbelievable.
I love reading Pam Godwin because she has the perfect amount of suspense, thrill and eroticism involved. She knows how to catch your attention and hold it til the very end.
I am loving this series so much and can’t wait to get to read Lorne’s book next. These cowboys will surely leave you with some scorching panties!!
5 Stars
Buckled by Pam Godwin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Knotted was the first book in the Trails of Sin Series and was Jake and Conor’s story. In Buckled the second book in the Trails of Sin Series is Jarret Holsten’s (Jake is Jarret’s twin brother) and Maybe Quinn’s story. I love that each book in this series can be read as standalones but, it is so much better to read them in order.
We met Maybe at the end of Knotted. Maybe is a journalist and she needs to get some information on the Holsten boys.
I love these Alpha Holsten’s.
I love this series and I am looking forward to Loren’s story in Booted! I believe that is the 3rd and final books in this series. He is getting released from prison soon! 4.5 stars
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One sitting! Oh my heart…Pam Godwin done it again! She took my heart, crushed it to pieces then put then back pieces by agonizing pieces and its not even whole anymore cause once you read her word, there are just no way you will survive.
And Buckled….gaaah i just loove it. Different feels from the first book, Jarret is more intense. He is that kinda man who with the way he looks at you, you can get pregnant. Seriously! From all the man in Pam’s books, Jarret would is the one for me. He is THAT one man you want for forever! I just couldn’t put him in words.
And Maybe…yes, when reading sometime i go like…huh maybe?! Oh she’s Maybe….
Maybe is complicated. She have secret. I’m not gonna go on blurb ing, you can read them just fine from the book blurb. She…ehm….at first i admire her. She is strong. With her situation she survive. She fight back. I love that. But at the end i just wanna strangle her.
There’s Jarret standing there with his heart out and she keep saying she …. Gaaah i really need to vent cause of this but i don’t wanna spoiled anything. Pam makes me crazy!
I mean, Duuuh kiss the roses, girl!
Do not go noble on love! Protect what’s yours. Love with all you got. And Maybe just…for me its a coward move what she did to him. That just piss me off! That girl need her head check!
Ok i calm my t**ts now.
Buckled just give me all the feels. Can’t wait for the next book. And yes, you need to read this series in order.
Book 2 in the Trails of Sin series, and this picks up straight after book 1 Knotted, so make sure you have read this a first!! I was excited to read this after reading book 1, I just knew Jarret and Maybe together would be one hell of a ride, and boy Pam did not disappoint!!! I couldn’t put this one down, it had me on the edge of my seat from start to finish, waiting for the secrets to be revealed, captivated by the intensity of Jarret and the strength of Maybe, its a scorching read!!
Jarret first meets Maybe in the local bar, he knows instantly she is snooping for a story, but there is something about her that captivates him, which is an unknown for Jarret. He decides to take her to the ranch to stay, knowing she has secrets also, but determined to keep her close to protect the ones he loves. Maybe thinks Jarret holds the key to her own secrets and that they are somehow tied together, and is unwilling to leave until she has answers, little does she know how much their chemistry and attraction will build until it reaches boiling point!
These two were perfect together!! Jarret is so intense!! He communicates not with his voice, but with his eyes and his actions, conveying everything he needs through these. Talk about smoldering, I could feel the heat coming off the pages!! Maybe is a strong character, giving as good as she gets, is willing to stand up to Jarret, yet also when she is with him her buried submissive side comes out and she finds herself letting go, all of which Jarret craves!! I loved the banter between these two and the sexual chemistry is off the charts, the thunderstorm scene in the field is just hot as hell!!!
There are lots of secrets to be unearthed in this one with twists and turns in the plot that I did not see coming!! I really loved this one, these cowboys are really getting under my skin!! I can’t wait to read book 3!!! Highly recommended reading!!
REVIEW: 4 STARS
“This would be less complicated if she were more of an adversary and less of a fascination.”
For the second book in this series, I am *smiling*!! I read Knotted as my first book by Pam Godwin and you can read my review HERE. It had some dark elements, but it was HOT and set the stage for an exciting series. She continued that naughty right on in to this book, and I’m a {{new}} huge fan of her writing. Her women are stubborn, her men are sexy, and her stories are very entertaining! I will say this, after my most recent book hangover, this was the FIRST book that I was able to make it through. This one grabbed my attention immediately, and I didn’t feel like I needed to ‘settle in’ to the story. I was so relieved!!
“Each lash of my tongue is an order to accept, every bite a demand to surrender.”
Holy cow, Jake was SO primal….like, grrrr!!! He oozed a gritty rawness that was super sexy to watch. When he moved, you couldn’t help but blindly follow. I loved his confidence and the way he carried himself, but he was not afraid to fight for her and let her see his vulnerability. But the sexiest, most enticing part about Jake was the fact that he was so in tune with Maybe. He knew exactly what was going on with her, what she needed, and what she didn’t know she needed….and he was very adept at making her squirm. Mmhmm. That was HOT. So very hot. His conviction in their love was powerful; it was adamant. Not once did he waver in that belief, and you could feel his desperation when he knew exactly what he was fighting for when there were no other options. He knew where his heart belonged and that just made me swoon hard.
The secrets in this book kept me guessing and I was so glad that I wasn’t able to figure anything out right away. But once we saw what was going on, hindsight was 20/20 and everything just kind of fell into place! Aha moments from there on out. I was screaming at my kindle a few times as well because Maybe had me wanting to pull my hair out!! She had my heart racing and totally kept me wide-eyed. Oh, that girl – she was stubborn! But Jake knew…..Jake knew.
There’s a certain fluidity to Pam’s writing that is quite alluring. She can write a man with a smirk and a penchant for dark sexual persuasions, but enough compassion to be a real man with manners and accountability. While this one felt a little forced in the beginning, circumstance-wise, I noticed the pages were turning quickly and easily. I had to accept the fact that her ending up where she did was just a push in the right direction….the catalyst, per se. In the beginning, I scratched my head at how it came together, but the innocence of her mixed with the depravity of him, it just worked. The tone was set and I was completely drawn into their world, and I was able to get caught up in the action surrounding them. The two of them together, they were delicious. They were a very cute couple. Oh, did I mention hot – like, lip-biting hot?
As far as the series goes, if you like hot cowboys, men with conviction about their women, men that know when to step up when needed, this series is a must read in that category. I really am enjoying these stories and this family. The final book, Booted, has me scratching my head because I don’t know HOW that is going to work and I am excited to read it!! I don’t even know what to say anymore….this series is just that good! I’m so in deep with these boys. I just wanna get caught in the rain with Jake on the farm. Is that too much for a girl to ask?? Pam Godwin lured me in deeper with this next chapter in her Trails of Sin series and I’m hooked!!
“Her fight is beautiful, but her surrender is goddamn exquisite.”
~BEE
I am totally in love with these characters. Jarret is so swoon worthy that I hang on every word of his. Maybe (yes that’s really her name) is so feisty that we could be soul sisters. But they both have secrets that could ruin everything they have now and what could happen in the future. I can’t give too much away because spoilers but holy moly! They combust like the worst thunderstorm rolling across the plains. And come out stronger in the end. This story made me wonder how on earth they could get their HEA and I was on the edge until the end. CANNOT wait for the conclusion of this series.