I’ve never been one to follow the rules…or the law, for that matter. But when you find yourself behind bars and being offered the opportunity of a lifetime, you take it. I agreed to race motorcycles for Johnny Knight. A very powerful man who wanted me on his team, even knowing I was a liability. But will he still feel that way once he finds out that I had a one-night stand with his daughter? I … I didn’t mean for it to happen. I didn’t even know who she was until she walked into his office wearing my shirt from the night before. Too bad that was all she wanted-one night. It really didn’t matter who she was, I wanted more. So when she ran, I followed. I should have let her go. That would have been best for both of us. But I have never done what was right, why start now? I’ve always been willing to take a risk, no matter what it would cost me. And I knew she was worth it all.
I’m Erik Dashling, you can call me Dash. This is my story of how I willing risked one dream for another. But everyone knows that not all dreams come true.
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Okay well , just so you know, get ready for a good cry. Shantel can sure write a good heartbreaking story, that captures your interest from the beginning.
Erik Dashling, aka Dash, loves speed. He lives his life fast, with parties and motorcycles. But his latest stunt lands him in jail. He can get out of trouble but he needs to sign up with Johnny Knight and do what he has always wanted to do, Race Motorcycles. But there is a catch, no more partys and he must stay out of trouble. For a devil may care guy this may just be a deal breaker. As a give, he decides to throw one last party before he goes on the straight and narrow. The he meets a girl who blows his world up. Only to find out that she is the daughter of his new boss.
Oh yeah guys, this was just so very good. Tabitha and Dash’s chemistry was addicting. I loved their scenes together. Shantel is an excellent writer to be able to tell a story but yet make it so vivid it is like watching a movie. She always writes about characters that we can get lost in. Both Tabatha and Dash have pasts. Can they overcome old and new obstacles to find their HEA?
Dash had all my emotions out in the open. This story is one that will stay with you long after you finish it. It’s writing Perfection that has the ability you bring you into the story like you’re there and won’t let you go. Dash and Tabatha have explosive chemistry and a love story that will have you swooning. There’s drama, twists and turns that will have you in a whirlwind. The story gives you that whole ‘live life to the fullest’ impression. It’s a beautiful piece of writing and it’s one of those books that I know I will read over and over!
Dash by Shantel Tessier is an full throttle ride that keeps you on track with hair pin turns and a finish line that comes up out of nowhere. It has very entertaining characters in the charismatic Dash and the feisty Tabatha and I love the way their story evolves over the course of the book. I really enjoyed the side characters, Jackie, Blake, and Jake, as well. If you are looking for a quick paced, sexy book that will make you feel a full range of emotions, from smiles to sobs, then Dash is exactly what you need to read! 4 Stars!
I don’t even know what to say about Dash. I have loved everything I have read by Shantel Tessier but I have a love hate relationship with this book.
The book itself was written well. The storyline was good. It’s angsty. It had me all up in my feelings. But I feel it was rushed. I feel like I didn’t get enough of Dash & Tabatha before it all came crashing down.
Their love happened fast. I was rooting for these two from the very beginning and then my heart was ripped out. And I freaking hate that.
Dash was an emotional read. I cried. I was angry. But I can appreciate the beauty of their short lived love. It may not have ended like I wanted but I love that I got to read it. I love that I got to experience it.
Dash was a book I wasn’t expecting. While I love it, I didn’t LOVE it. At times I was frustrated and wanted to throw my kindle through a wall. Other times I was so in love with these two. Many books have a push and pull between characters, but no one does it like Shantel Tessier.
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Not gonna lie. I’m a little mad. Ok, a lot mad. But I’ll get over it.
Dash & Tabatha were a whirlwind of bad decisions, resulting in good things, and then some bad things.
When they were on the same page, & loved up, I loved it. They had a lot of outside forces trying to tear them apart, and still they persevered.
I’ve been gutted by this book though. Absolutely gutted.
This book absolutely gutted me ! I bawled like a little baby , it hurt like physically hurt I had to take breaks to catch my breath and give my heart a rest . I definitely connected with the characters and the chemistry between them was undeniable I just am a little upset that it ended that way ughh prepare yourself is all’s I’m going to say ! Definite 5 stars from me and a definite must read . Shantel Tessier never disappoints with writing characters especially the male characters that I absolutely fall in love with and Dash is a prime example of why I love her characters and her books so much ! Have lots of Kleenex, wine and chocolate close by your going to need it !
*ARC was kindly given for my honest opinion *
This book certainly throw me on an emotional ride, the angst, drama, and heartbreak got to me. Tabatha and Dash are fantastic but their story was nothing I expected, the book hooked me from the start and I just kept reading until the end. My emotions were all over the place I just think it is a book you need to read with that in mind. Definitely has hot scenes and great characters, Dash will steal your heart. Just start reading it.
What can I say..?
This book took me through a roller coaster of emotions!
I loved the story of Dash and Tabatha, putting a lot on the line to follow their hearts and found their epic love with eachother.
Their banter brought several smiles to my face throughout the book and their passion for eachother gave me all the feels of the HEA I was expecting.. Then BAM! A twist I did not see coming..
Keep the kleenex on standby and take a ride with Dash and Tabatha, you’re heart will hurt, but you won’t regret it!
I felt like a fish out of water, just opening and closing my mouth over and over. Dash is just dangerous and sexy and all the yeses. Le sigh Erik, le freaking sigh. Way to break a girls heart though Shantel. That ending!! So many feels. Bring your tissues ladies.. saddle up for the ride of your life.
Oh wow. I LOVE/HATE you atm Shantel! This story wrecked me and I found myself ugly crying more then once. I am a huge fan of Shantel’s work and this will go down and my favorite read from her. Dash and Tabatha’s story will pull at every heart string you have. It is one angsty, emotional, tragic ride. I’m still not over it. Thank you Shantel for this phenomenal read!
Shantel Tessier always writes a story that you can’t stop reading. A story that entertains, a story that draws you in.
“I love her. I want to prove that to her. I want her to see that walking away was a mistake.” – Shantel Tessier, Dash
I don’t even know how to write a review for this book. I don’t want to give anything away.
The story is good, the love, the drama, the characters.
But prepare to guard your heart. Grab the tissues.
I have mixed feelings. I loved the story, I loved the couple but that ending !!!! I didn’t see it coming at all. It’s not the ending I love but all in all it works.
I don’t even know what to say about this book. I gave myself a day or two to try an process everything, including my emotions, and I’m still at a loss for words.
Erik Dashling has never been one to follow the rules, or the law. So when he finds himself behind bars, again, he can’t help but accept the opportunity of a lifetime that presents itself. Dash loves pushing his bike, so when Johnny Knight wanted him on his motorcycle race team, of course Dash agrees. Johnny knew Dash was a liability. But will Johnny still want Dash when he finds out he had a one-night stand with his daughter? That was all she wanted, but after one taste, Dash wanted more. So when she ran he followed. Maybe he should have let her go, but Dash was never one for doing what was right. He has always been willing to take a risk, no matter the cost, and Tabatha was worth it all.
This is the story of how Dash was willing to risk one dream for another. But everyone knows that not all dreams come true.
I loved Dash. He had the bad-boy don’t care about anything but himself vibe. He did what he wanted, rules be damned. And motorcycle racing? How hot is that?! Seriously, you need to have Dash in your life!
Tabatha was trying to find herself again. She was strong-willed and honest, and said it like it is. She knew what she wanted, and went for it. But she also had a past. They both did. And it tried to catch up to them, no matter how fast they tried to run from it.
Their relationship was a whirlwind of emotions. One minute you are swooning, and cheering them on, and the next you are sobbing into your pillow. This book will wreck you, in the best way. The HEA may not be traditional, or one that you expect, but it does try to sooth your soul after it shatters your heart.
If you haven’t grabbed your copy of Dash yet, what are you waiting for? It was an amazing read. 4.5 ugly-cry ‘s out of 5 .
This book I cried like baby it was heartbreaking. This book hit me hard and don’t take I for life granted I a almost lost my life last September because I had a stroke .I how much dash and Tabatha loved each other . I really didn’t see that coming at the end . I Love shantel writing
Dash finally has his dream come true then Tabatha comes into his life. He makes a choice that could alter his future and his dream. Tissues are a must as it gets very emotional and sobs will ensue. The story will stay with you for days, etc. Well done, Shantel
This book will take you on a wild ride… one where the ending will break you and half sew you back together.
Dash was one of the hardest books I’ve ever read. Great story line and characters and absolutely gut wrenching sadness. Cried like a little baby. Shantel never ceases to deliver amazing work, and she was an emotional terrorist in Dash lol. I loved Dash and Tabatha’s relationship and it was most definitely a page turner! All the ugly tears and heart squeezing angst!
There I was just reading along, life was great and then BAM!! I did not see that coming. The author knocked me on my butt and left me shocked! An intense love story that will wreck you.
Dash is a motorcycle racer. He’s just been picked up by a new team and he’ll get the chance to live his dream. He’s ready to sign on the dotted line, but first a party to celebrate this new endeavor.
He doesn’t expect to have more than one unforgettable night. Tabatha is at his party with a friend, just blowing off some steam. Fresh from a break up, she wants to find her old self and have some fun. When he sees her, she’s the girl he wants to celebrate with.
The next day she’s gone when he wakes up. He’s headed to his meeting to get started with his racing career, thinking about the girl he can;t get out of his head. He never expects her to see her again so he’s shocked when she stumbles into his meeting. His new boss has a daughter and his one night stand just happens to be her.
Their chemistry is smokin’ HOT! They face so many obstacles, yet neither can seem to walk away. He knows she’s off limits, but he is willing to fight for her. They both face crazy stalking exes, media scrutiny and a father that is not too thrilled about them having a relationship, but Dash wants Tabatha. He wants their relationship out in the open and doesn’t care about the consequences. Racing was always his dream, but dreams change. If he has to choose one, he knows which it will be.
This story brought lots of drama and off the charts chemistry with a bit of suspense and a twist you’ll never forget. Get ready for this roller coaster of a ride. I will be thinking about this for a long time.
Welp….I just finished this one and I am absolutely and completely wrecked. I could actually feel a piece of my heart breaking while reading this story. I do not know how Shantel Tessier does it, but I swear, she only writes master pieces.
Dash and Tabatha, what can I say about these two? Tabatha is your strong, feisty heroine who you fall in love with from the beginning. I mean who wouldn’t want to be as strong as she is with an extra dose of sass?! Dash, my beautiful Dash, he is the protective alphahole who doesn’t want anything but to give his love to Tabatha. I fell in love with him, he is now mine.
I just…I really just don’t have enough words right now to do this book justice. The storyline was unique, but incredible, the characters were so easy to love and relate to, and just when I thought everyone would receive their HEA…BAM! Here comes the biggest, most heartbreaking twist yet.
If you have not read Dash yet, you are doing yourself a disservice and you should really grab a copy and start reading it RIGHT NOW.