She needs protection,And honey, I’ve got the muscle. I work hard.I bring in a big paycheck,And keep my family’s mob business in the black.So why do I feel like something’s missing?When Ava walks into my nightclub, she’s running away from a man.A man who hit her.And let me tell ya, no man hits a woman around me –And lives to tell about it.Ava’s innocent, sweet, and f*cking brilliant.She’s … innocent, sweet, and f*cking brilliant.
She’s everything I need,
The exact piece that’s been missing.
Now we just have to get past her ex-boyfriend.
The mayor’s sleazy son.
No problem, I’ll take care of him.
As for Ava? Maybe she’ll take care of me.
Grind is a fast-paced, steamy mafia romance that will leave you hungry for more. Get ready for an OTT protective mob boss that’s not afraid to get his hands dirty to set things right, and the organized crime lawyer that can’t resist his dark charms. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a heartwarming, sizzling hot HEA.
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Loved the story between Connor and Ava. You get a different dynamic than the one with molly and Owen in the previous book. Loved how protective he is and how they work to fight against the corrupt politicians and those who think they can get away with abusing women. Great story.
Grind: The Doyles, A Boston Irish Mafia Romance.
Sophie Austin.
A seven book series, for those who love Irish Mafia romances.
This book was SO GOOD! I was hooked from page one!
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The Doyle family has been doing business on the legit side of things for a long time now. There family bond and strength is stronger then anything but don’t even try to mess with one of them or anyone they care about or you will not like the outcome.
What a great addition to The Doyles series. It a fierce love of family and friends as they fight the corruption in the city.
Conner is a club owner and son of an old Irish family. Ava is a law student who is working hard to make it and to avoid an abusive ex.
The love of the Doyle family is so strong as they watch each others back and those they love, but have to problem calling each other out if needed.
This story is heart warming and will you leave you wanting more. I can’t wait to read the others story.
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Ava and Connor are great characters, both are strong, and they have great chemistry together. This is the second book I’ve read by this author after reading the first book in the series and loved the story
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Loved the book it was great, the story was well written and the characters were intriguing. Eva is running from her ex-boyfriend after he hits her she runs into a nightclub. Connor seen Eva running and watched who was chasing her. Connor wants Eva for himself. Connor will fix Eva’s problem so he can finally claim her. This book was hot and steamy with emotions that makes you want more.
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This was a great read I enjoyed the well developed and engaging characters and the storyline flowed smoothly from the beginning to the end.
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A short enjoyable well written mafia romance. This great storyline includes mafia drama, danger, crazy abusive stalking ex, political corruption, acceptance, lots of hurdles to overcome and love to an awesome ending. The characters are likeable, have amazing chemistry leading to some steamy sexy scenes. I voluntarily read and reviewed this ARC.
Ava and Connor are going to scorch you with their heat and chemistry. I have only ever had the pleasure of reading Ms. Austin’s publications a very few times, however, let me assure you that I will be following this Mafia Family… Closely. Incredible is the only word that comes to mind with this book release.
From the very beginning, I found myself completely engrossed. This wonderful woman, Ava, needs a savior, and what she finds is Connor, in all his manly glory and strength. Neither, was looking for the other, however, they have found their perfect match one dark evening. I encourage all romance readers, to follow along, as these two find their happily ever after, against all odds. Read this book and follow the series, as I now will as Ms. Sophie Austin sweeps you away into her imaginary world of corruption, drama , intrigue as well as love, with this Irish Mafia Family.
I was beyond fortunate to have requested an advanced reader’s copy of Grind in exchange for my honest and voluntarily given opinion. I highly recommend reading this book as well as the Series, as it is published.
Man this series just gets better and better..We meet another of the Doyls, Connor owner of a nightclub and bachelor. He ends up meet Ava who is acosted by her ex who had always been abusive to her but never pays for it since he is the Mayors son and gets cut a deal but he is determined to not let Ava go, but now Connor has stepped in to assist, how big and bad is he now??
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Connor Doyle’s family is an Irish Mafia. While now most have gone straight, they still do a few things not quite on the up and up. Yet Connor runs the nightclub Intrigue and it is making money legally. Ava is a waitress at diner and going to law school. After her shift she is walking home when her abusive ex corners her and tries to rough her up. As she is running from him, she runs smack dab into Connor. Her ex Brooks, tries to tell Connor that she is just drunk and he is trying to take her home. Since Ava has asthma she is can’t really talk since she dropped her inhaler when running. Connor doesn’t let her go and takes her inside his club and has his bouncer Sully take care of Brooks. While this is a short story it covers quite a bit. These two have great chemistry but they definitely have issues with Connor being who he is an Ava’s crazy ex who happens to be the Mayor’s son. Interesting story with lots of drama and angst.
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Grind is the second book in The Doyles, A Boston Irish Mafia Romance. It can be read as a standalone and features Conner Doyle, he runs the families night club amongst some of the legitimate businesses for the Doyle family. A well written fast paced steamy read with wonderful characters.
Conners life changes the night he saves Ava from the clutches of her abusive ex boyfriend.
Conner doesnt understand his feelings for Ava but what he does know is that not only does he want to protect the hardworking law student who works as a waitress to bring in extra cash but he wants her near him….in his home….bed and life……forever
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“It’s not or black or white”
by sewsummore
Several times in this book the phrase “it’s not all black or white” is used and I find myself thinking how true it is, life for Connor was never about the bad things he has to do but also the good things he had achieved as well. Ava was a young law student who had been victimized and brutalised and yet could not even get a restraining order on the man responsible. She had to learn the hard way that if she wanted to be with Connor’s she would have to accept him as the man he was, both good and bad.I liked how this story ended for these two lovers, life is about accepting the things we cannot change and Ava knew Connor would always be there to love and protect her
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This started off as am interesting book but I felt as you read on it jumps around and ends abruptly. I wanted more on Conner and Ava’s love story and them overcoming the obstacles together. I liked it but unfortunely I didn’t like it as much as I thought I would.
A great romance
The characters were so great and the chemistry between the two main characters was scorching hot.
There are many twists and turns and lots of danger and intrigue.
The story is well written and very enjoyable.
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Part of the A Boston Irish Mafia Romance series a well written story that kept me turning pages. I enjoyed reading Ava and Connor’s story. This is the first book by this Author that I have read, I now want to read the other books in this series. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Love this writer’s style! Fast, full of action, chemistry, and pathos! Good looking with dimples, huge, smart, and at age 30 running the night club that provides most of the family money, Conner thought he had it all. That is until he saved Ava from her ex in the ally behind the club and fell in love with her. Ava has no money and no family and lives in danger as she works her way through law school. If she can get over her black and white morality, her love for Conner can fix these shortcomings! I received an ARC and am voluntarily leaving this review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. Ava is working hard to achieve her goals , but she has the mayor son brook stalking her till conner Doyle the Irish monster and club owner comes to her aid.Awesome
An on the edge of your seat read that will grip you from beginning to end! A riveting story line that is well written, emotionally deep, engaging, and realistic. There is family, passion, suspense, twists and turns, physical abuse, and more to look forward to. Loveable characters; the chemistry between them is instant, off the charts, and undeniable. Looking forward to reading more about the Doyles family. Definitely recommended.
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First time reading Sophie’s book. Won’t be the last. Ava is out of an abusive relationship but guy won’t leave her alone. As she’s going home from work her ex corners her and attacks. As she trying to get away she runs into Connor, he is part of the Irish Mafia. He takes her in to protect her from for ex who thinks he is above the law. Connor has taken to Ava & they do what they can to keep Ava safe. Connor loves Ava.
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