Layla finds herself working at the Drunken Cat bar while on the run from The Devil’s MC. Working late one night, she is attacked outside the bar. When her father convinces her to learn self-defense so she never has to be a victim again, she doesn’t expect to find the love of her life. Retired MMA fighter Mad Max Malone suffered a career ending injury during his last fight in Vegas and now needs … now needs to learn to live outside the cage. He is instantly intrigued by the mouthy brunette who finds her way to his gym and he finds himself wanting to protect her.
But when Layla’s worst fears come to life will they figure out a way to stop the MC and navigate their new found love? Or, will too many obstacles keep them apart forever?
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5 Knockout Stars
Review by Leah
Late Night Reviewer
Up All Night w/ Books Blog
Ember-Raine Winters won this round with a K/O. Doing it Rock Hard has a mixture of suspense, freaking angst out the wazoo. An alpha meets spitfire.
Layla was written really well. I really enjoyed her character so much so that I really want to know her back story. It would be a bit dark but she has so many stinking layers. I just want to peel them back. She is a strong h that has learned the hard way to stand up for herself. And she does. There is one point where I was questioning her decision but I completely understood.
Then, there is Mad “Max” Malone, good gravy Ember. He is just delish. If you like your men Alpha but still a gentleman that opens the car door for you, then Max is it. I love, love, love Max. Man, I was on the edge of my seat reading this book just waiting for these two to explode.
The freaking sexual angst is so thick in this book you could cut it with a knife. No this is not a book full of sex scenes this is a book with depth. It has a great story line. I wish it did not end. I am ready for more of their story.
Doing it Rock Hard is book 1 in the Rock Hard Gym series. This book is about Max and Layla. Max is trying to rebuild his life after his life altering accident change everything and Layla is still running from her past that she is scared of will get her family killed. Put them together and you will see fireworks happen.
I absolutely loved this book and was honored to have been able to read and review. It was such a phenomenal read and had amazing characters as well as an amazing story line. I just could not get enough of it and once I started reading it I could not put it down. I recommend that you read it.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Doing It Rock Hard comes out hard and fast and packs a punch for the first book in the Rock Hard Gym series. This quick steamy read is action packed and will have the adrenaline pumping as both Layla and Max come out swinging to keep the ones they love safe. The moment that Max lays eyes on the sassy Layla he is hit hard with the attraction, possessiveness and the lengths he will go to, to keep her safe. Their story will keep you gripped, entertained and will have your heart racing. Their characters are easy to fall in love with and once you hit the Rock Hard Gym, you will become a serious gym junkie.
This book pulls you in keeps you there.
Layla and Max have a connection when they first meet cause she needs help in defensive training and Max is looking to do something because he can’t fight anymore. When he learns the reason why she needs and what she has gone thur will it turn him away or will hr do what he can to keep her safe.
I laughed and cried thur this book loved it. From beginning to end. Can’t wait to read what she has coming next
Layla has a violent ex who is part of a biker gang and doesn’t want anyone else to have her. Her father convinces her to take some lessons in self-defense from a former MMA fighter that owns a gym. Chemistry, drama, Layla’s wonderful dad, hot sexy times–what more could I ask for? This author has become one of my go-to writers when I want to re-read.
An exciting read full of action and emotion! Could not out it down! Max and Layla are amazing together!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The storyline was good and the characters were interesting enough to keep my attention throughout the entire book!
Ember certainly has proven that she knows how to write MMA. This book was no different.
Was so nice getting the back story of a couple that you meet in her other MMA series.
This book is full of suspense that has you glued to the spot until you’ve finished the last page.
Oh and be warned… You will want to shoot the sheriff
Doing It Rock Hard by Ember-Raine Winters is the first book in the Rock Hard Gym series and features Layla and Max, who is an ex-MMA
This book kept my attention from the start, all the way to the finish, and I loved the characters
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I could not put this book down. This book had me hooked right from the beginning. This is Layla and Max’s story. I read about 50% or a little more before bed last night and just finished it.
Even though they both have their rough and rocky pasts you will fall in love with them. I love the way Max protects and loves Layla it is so awesome.
I never wanted this story to end. I highly recommend this book and I look forward to reading the other four books in the series.
I received an advance copy of this book. I am voluntarily giving my honest review.