Infatuation is a dangerous thing.It devours you. Manipulates you. Owns you.You can try to ignore it, try to move past it. But it’s more powerful than you. It won’t let go.The day I first saw him, infatuation dug its claws into my soul. I couldn’t stop it. Everything faded. Except him.My infatuation blinded me. Made me see what it wanted me to see. Now I’m lost within the lie. Caged by the beast.… within the lie. Caged by the beast.
In the end, he will have me.
Until then…I fight.
~ Author’s note: Defiant is the second book in the American Street Kings series, and should be read after Depraved. ~
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I don’t usually say this but this is better than book 1. I loved the dark and deviantness of this. Slither is all things disgusting and depraved. From his appearance to his way of hissing his words puts chills down your spine and fear in your heart of what he will do next. This ends with so many possibilities I can’t wait to find out.
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Second book in the American Street Kings series and it is absolutely fantastic! A captivating read with more twists and turns, drama, danger, phenomenal character growth, and a roller coaster of emotions. An on the edge of your seat read that will keep you captivated until the very end, leaving you impatient for the next book in this series. Strongly recommended!
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HOW DO YOU DESCRIBE A PERFECT DUET…. THAT’S NOT ONLY THRILLING, SHOCKING BUT ALSO MADE YOU EXTREMELY HAPPY AND SATISFIED!!! .
I can’t describe my feelings, how much Defiant has not only taken me on a wild ride as always once again but also mended my heart which DEPRAVED had shredded to smithereens.
First of, when I started the book, I went all in and just when I’ve started BOOM!!!!!! in my face.. Was thrown something that had me like…. WHAAAAA.
It’s actually weird with how much this dark romance has given me such good feels. Like Bella J, unknowingly took all the elements that we as readers would want. Like a myriad of flavours and said come on have a bite of each. This is exactly what I’m feeling right now. Like I had a burst of amazing turns and twists and OH MY….
The possession… The Dominance… The Dark and Light… Granite and Alyx. Their relationship…. The loyalty and passion… OH MY…. THE PASSION
Granite is undoubtedly a strong, unapologetically oozing sexy appeal and a hunk of a man. Every one would love to have a piece of him. (yes, please ).
DEFIANT HAD SO MANY SURPRISES PACKED AND THAT ENDING…. UGGHHHH!!!! CAN I PLEASE ALREADY HAVE THE NEXT BOOK, BELLA J,PRETTY PLEASE . LOVED LOVED THIS ONE .
DEFIANT is the second part to Alyx and Granite’s story and cannot be read as a standalone.
Following on from the first book DEPRAVED, the angst, danger, threats from a club rival and bloodshed continue while Alyx who is the Police commissioners daughter also still remains a captive to the American street Kings MC and under Granite’s spell.
This is no ordinary captive falling for her captor kind of romance, Alyx and Granite already had this weird lust from a distance, through a window thing going on for a while even before she was taken/kidnapped but their relationship becomes more real now, definitely more physical, Granite finally has her in his possession and as days pass she begins to realize she possesses him just as much.
There’s a lot of angst in DEFIANT, dark and gritty scenes, there were ways something happening and its a hard book to put down once you start.
Alyx was once a controlled child, molded into what her mother wanted her to be and even as an adult she didn’t have the strength to break free, until Granite. I enjoyed the conclusion but I still needed that little bit more to convince me Alyx was finally happy, healthy and content especially with what she had suffered from her mother.
This book does end on a sort of cliffy but it has more to do with what is going on in the club rather than Alyx and Granite’s relationship.
I would read the next book in the series, the other characters are interesting and despite the grit and darkness in the plot, this MC is one of the good ones were they treat each other as family and look after their own.
Looking forward to the next book in the series.
Lord have mercy… Mercy I tell y’all. I was so freaking excited to read this book…
If you have been following my reviews you know that I love Bella J. Her books are raw, wild, intense, with drama and hot stuff as well. You’ll love her books because she can put fear inside you as well as excitement. You’ll see…
Defiant is her latest release and keeps telling us the stories of Alyx and Granite. But I need to tell you something. This book is not a standalone therefore you must read Depraved first and only then this one. Get ready guys…
Stunned doesn’t even cover the way I was feeling when this book ended… Jesus… I was amazed.
Sublime plot, very well written, super engaging and intense. It was one hit after the other without giving me time to breathe.
When I started to read that duet I was super excited and anxious at the same time and after the end of book 1, I was a nerve rack… Then, when I had the chance to grab this one… Oh boy… It was reading it non stop.
Scene after scene, cheaper after chapter I was left wanting more each time.
This book had the ability to hook me up in a way that made it impossible to stop.
Love, loyalty, desire is very present in this book as well as crime, torture, betrayal, and drama.
The vileness in some of the scenes was brutal but the hot scenes were there and will make you blush… Just saying.
Bella J… What now? Ink, Onyx, Manic, Dutch… Who’s next? Who? I need to know more… I want more…
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
The story continues from Book 1…
The opening chapter had me off my seat in panic…talk about action! As with book 1, this story draws the reader in with all different emotions – pain, love, determination, shame, guilt.
I could not put down this book, the writing, plot and characters just kept me drawn to the story so I could know what would happen next.
The second part and conclusion to their story and it was everything I thought it’d be and so much more. Again one I could not put down and it kept me turning the pages to find out what was going to happen with them and everything else next. It still has all that I love in a story with all the twists and turns. I truly loved these two and my emotions were just all over with them. An amazing story and its very well written.
He calls her Ballerina girl. Alyx has been held prisoner by an opposing MC Club but rescued by the Street King’s MC. Granite is the President of the Street King’s, who Alyx has been obsessed with since forever. This was a page-turner that hooked me from the very first word. I was so entranced with the characters and their emotions. You need to read Depraved first and then Defiant. Find out why he calls her Ballerina girl. You will not be disappointed.
Defiant is the second installment of the American Street Kings and it was so full of angst!! Had me on edge!! Great MC story with edge and passion that will leave you craving more!! Fantastic book!!
Exciting
The conclusion to Granite and Alyx’s story and boy what a ending it is. It’s gripping, exciting and extremely sexy. I sat on the edge of my seat most of the way through this incredible read. The feels with this book are all over the place. You will feel every emotion possible. I absolutely loved these characters and I fought for them through the whole experience. This review is vague because I truly don’t want to give anything away. But be ready, this baby is intense and you’re going to love it.
*Review by Michelle
Exciting
The conclusion to Granite and Alyx’s story and boy what a ending it is. It’s gripping, exciting and extremely sexy. I sat on the edge of my seat most of the way through this incredible read. The feels with this book are all over the place. You will feel every emotion possible. I absolutely loved these characters and I fought for them through the whole experience. This review is vague because I truly don’t want to give anything away. But be ready, this baby is intense and you’re going to love it.
This is the continuation of Alyx and Granite’s story. I felt the Author did a great job of bringing this story to life and she gave us two characters to hate!. I was a little disappointed that I could so easily figure out the who-done it. Granite continues to have problems with Slither and his club but when one of his own is attacked he gets his club together to deliver his type of justice.The love story between Granite and Alyx grows through these troubling times. A big Yay for me was when Alyx’s Dad steps up for her against her mother, it really made me smile. The Author slams us into that brick wall again with another cliffhanger!
I received a copy of this book from the publisher/author to review for Stephanie’s Book Reports.
Infatuation is a dangerous thing. It devours you. Manipulates you. Owns you. You can try to ignore it, try to move past it. But it’s more powerful than you. It won’t let go. The day I saw him infatuation dug it’s claws into my soul. I couldn’t stop it. Everything faded. Except him. My Infatuation blinded me. Made me see what it wanted me to see. Now I’m lost within the lie. Caged by the beast. In the end, he will have me. Until then….I fight.
This is the second book in the American Street Kings Series. You have to read Depraved before you can pick up Defiant or you are going to be so so lost. This book picks up right where Defiant lets off. Your about to get the raw and gritty story of a monster. Granite is bout to show you what exactly he is hiding under that granite exterior. Alyx though is going to be eaten alive with guilt. A guilt that Granite might just help to ease if he will expose his truths to her. There are so many twist and turns in this book and I loved every second of it.
The first book Depraved must be read before this one. This is the conclusion of Granite and Alyx’s story. Alyx thinks Granite is a monster but she can’t stop her infatuation with him. Granite would do anything to protect Alyx. There were so many things she didn’t know until the later. The twists and turns in this story were shocking. I love stories where you don’t know where they will go at first. The ending is unexpected and I can’t wait to read the next story.
I loved this book! I couldn’t put it down and read it in one day. This was the perfect conclusion to Alyx and Granite’s story. What and emotional roller coaster! It picked up perfectly from Depraved and did not disappoint at all. Thank you, Bella J for another great story!
It is a no brainer for me when I read one that I really enjoy that when another comes out in same series, I am going in for the count. It also helps when I do not miss it too as can sometimes happen.
We are given more of Alyx and Granite’s story. We will be on speed dial into this world with eyes wide open. This author will give us the raw and deep emotional ride that has its share of road blocks. You gotta hold on tight at times with you also given a emotional bath.
Some events will be unexpected but I do say this is better than the first one and it was fantastic. Suspense will be threaded in this and the times of betrayal heart wrenching. When you reach the end of this one you will be ready for more once you have caught your breath.
This is Book 2 of the story of Granite & Alyx. This story is full of action and steamy scenes. The growing of Granite and Alyx’s love for each other. It’s still a sad story with a happy ending. The emotions are always high in this story. It keeps you on edge until the end. Still loved the characters. They are so different from what I’ve read before. Entirely well written. Looking forward to the next book with a continuation of this storyline and plot.
Defiant by Bella J is book 2 in the American Street Kings Series. This continues the story of Alyxandria ‘Alyx’ and Granite. You really should read the previous book ‘Depraved’ before starting this one.
Granite is dealing with the fallout and guilt of what has happened in the last book. Granite still wants to have and protect Alyx but is having a hard time releasing control.
This series was all over the place with my emotions but I have enjoyed it and look forward to more from this author.
This book is just what I expected, hoped for and definitely what I needed. Though I still want more! It’s dark and twisted, gruesome at times but has some much needed tender moments. There are times in this book that the scene is so vivid I felt like I was there watching it unfold. It is emotionally draining and tough to read at times. It is also fantastic!
I knew it or I hoped it was true. Granite has a big secret and I’m glad they called him on it and made him come clean. I liked him more in this book. He’s still scary, but his walls are slowly breaking down and I enjoyed seeing it. He holds on to so much guilt with the responsibility of his position, which is sad. The connection between all of these characters is strong. I love how protective they all are towards Alyx. She has definitely wiggled her way into a small part of all of their hearts. She’s strong and has taken huge steps towards her long road to recovery. I enjoyed watching her grow and become more confident.
This is book two of the American Street Kings series. You must read book one Depraved first. I can’t wait to see what is next for the American Street Kings. Ink, Onyx, and hopefully more Granite and Alyx.
Holy cow! I absolutely couldn’t put it down! Granite is so much more than he let’s people see and poor Alyx thinks she has to hold the world on her shoulders. I NEED MORE! his dedication to her is incredible! He never gives up and man his jealousy is fantastic! How Alyx doesnt act as jealous as him I have no clue. She is freaking perfect