Love is never painless. Especially when you love dangerous men. My heart wants the most dangerous one of all–the golden man with the beautiful smile. Gunner strikes enemies as ruthlessly as his falcon, but when it comes to us, he keeps me tortured and begging for a swift end. He crushed me once, then kissed hope back into me. His indecision will be the slow, painful death of me. I’m done … painful death of me. I’m done waiting. I’ll make him put me out of my misery, or pull the trigger myself.
If dealing with him wasn’t enough pain, I’m also getting my Steel Demons tattoo from Shadow.
The scarred, quiet man has been coming around to me slowly. My new cat companion is obsessed with him. If my time with the Steel Demons has taught me anything, it’s to trust the instincts of our animal guardians.
They’re intelligent. Sometimes, they even talk to us.
I don’t expect my first tattoo to be painless. But can I heal my artist from the pain he keeps locked inside?
Sons of Anarchy meets The Handmaid’s Tale in this dystopian reverse harem adventure! Painless is the fourth book in the Steel Demons MC saga. This series is full of kindle-melting steam and dangerous men who take what they want. Proceed with caution if easily offended.
Reading order:
1. Lawless
2. Powerless
3. Fearless
4. Painless
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*I received a free copy of this book which I voluntarily chose to write an honest review for.
OMG this book was totally amazing!! I swear each book in this series just gets better and better though they are all fantastic in their own right. Mari is really making some progress with her men by this point. Gunner is finally starting to get over his issues leading to some fun times. Shadow makes quite a few strides with his issues bringing him into the group more and more. I cannot wait to see how all that plays out but while we wait for that we get plenty of danger and drama going on in the mean time. The General is still up to his tricks and it is becoming a race to see of the Steel Demons can beat him at his game. Makes for a gripping read that you won’t be able to put down. I totally loved it so I give it 5/5 stars.
Painless (Steel Demons MC Book 4) by Crystal Ash is an awesome story that I have read. This is book number four out of five in this awesome series that I can not get enough of. I highly recommend this story to everyone .
I devoured this audiobook waaaay too quickly!! I might have to do a relisten because I already miss the characters and will be checking (hopefully daily haha) for book 5 on audio I am trying to have self control and not read the books first because the narrators really have brought these characters to life for me and I can’t imagine not learning what happens next without their voices doing it. Amazon job yet again, Keira and Troy. Easily 5 stars for each of these performances. I loved the inflections, the emotions were so on point and my heart was aching for some scenes (especially regarding Shadow!!).
So a lot of things happen in Painless that helps develop the relationships more among Mariposa and her men (and within the Steel Demons family) and the plot gets heated with some horrible events and more battles the Steel Demons have to overcome. I was devastated with one of the developments, Crystal did a fabulous job with it and made me fall more in love with this world. We get more answers about the odd “animals” of the Steel Demons MC. We get to see Reaper and Jandro get close to Mari and Gunner getting 100% onboard. I love the individual dates/time Mari spends with the guys and the scenes together too! Shadow I think really stole the show for me in this one and I can’t wait to see him be added to the harem (I am hoping, I haven’t read any of the other books to know this for sure haha).
The way Crystal sets up the story at the end of the book will make for an interesting next step in the battle against the baddies and the Steel Demons MC as a whole. I cannot wait for book 5 on audio (didnt I already say that haha) and another amazing job Crystal. Loved every second of this book (even is I cried my eyes out and my heart had to be remade ).
OH.MY.GODS!!!!! I loved this book so hard!!! This series just keeps getting better with each book! The author is giving us everything that makes a five star book. There’s lots of love, panty wetting scenes, emotional battles and bloody battles, excitement that keeps your eyes glued to the pages and then the author builds up to the next book masterfully. I’m dying to get my grubby hands on the next book!!! This is definitely one of my favourite series!!!
Now hurry up and grab this series. Mariposa, the guys and the beasts will definitely entertain you!!!
This is book 4 of the Steel Demons MC series. I loved this book. The character work is great and I love Mari and her guys. The storyline is engaging and has a great flow. I couldn’t put this book down but at the same time I didn’t want it to end either. I’m so excited for the next book. I highly recommend reading. (I received this book as an arc and am leaving a voluntary honest review)
Painless is Book 4 in the Steel Demons MC series by Crystal Ash (an exceptional author). The Steel Demons MC series has topped my Best Read list and is one I will read over and over. Ms. Ash has created a superb story with individual characters that have intriguing and relatable personalities (Mari, Shadow (my favorite), Gunner, Reaper, Jandro) that you will come to love as I did. This is another “unputdownable” entry in this awesome series and I am anxiously looking forward to Book 5, like wanting it yesterday. This is a series not to be missed and one which I highly recommend. Received an ARC from the author and this is my voluntary and honest review.
I enjoyed this book and read it in about 4 hours after downloading my copy. Mari’s adventures are enjoyable, but I do enjoy the adventures of her men more than hers in this book. I am excited for the next book.
I received an ARC copy and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
i keep wondering if this series can get any better, and Crystal NEVER disappoints!! love these books
I am a huge fan of this series and I have beeb following this since Lawless. Through each part of the series we get more invested in these characters and how this world is.
In Painless, something that I have been waiting forever for is finally happening. In the love department we have three down and one more to go for Mariposa and her guys. They all have such chemistry, but if you follow this series then you know a couple of them were dragging a bit to be with her. Or should I say biding their time. But honestly it is well worth the wait. The longer it takes the sweeter the reward will be. If you are a fan of this series then you know what I am talking about.
You get the feeling that something bad is coming, like it is just around the corner. Good thing there is love, laughter, new allies, and as always there is hot sexy scenes.
Painless is a great addition to this series, one that I would highly recommend if you like dystopian RH MC romances.
I fell back into this world and did not want to leave. I laughed and cried with these characters throughout the book. I cannot wait for the next book to come out to see what happens next.
With every book in this series, I fall in love more and more with the SDMC.
The dynamic between Mari and her guys continue to grow… Shadow definitely shines in this book. He’s breaking out of his shell and his relationship between him and Mari is starting to get a little steamy! The chemistry there is so hot! Crystal Ash has so much talent! Her writing draws her readers in! I’m feeling every emotion that she wants us to feel and omg. The cliff hanger that she leaves us with! It has me sitting on the edge and anxious for the next book! I can’t wait to see what the next book brings!
I’m in love with Shadow, I know I say that after every book. But I seriously do love him. This is currently one of my favorite series and I always look forward to the next book. The combination of serious MC and the paranormal with the mix of different deities is so original, creative and entertaining. Not to mention all the incredibly steamy scenes and action packed moments, it keeps you on the edge of ur seat and entertained throughout the entire read. Definitely recommend this series and look forward to the next book!
Wow this is a fab fourth book! This series is a fantastic dystopian reverse harem adventure that once you pick it up you will not be able to put this down! Every bit as good as the previous 3 in this one you see more relationship development, there’s tons of action, good guys and bad and omg it’s also steamy and hot! Read in one sitting and got so lost in this story, time just flew by to the cliffhanger ending! Really looking forward to the the next book!
Another fantastic addition to the series! This book had me feeling a tad emotional during certain parts of the story and got me a little worried about the Steel Demons crew. Crystal Ash knows exactly how to capture my interest and keep me on the edge of my seat! That ending….oh man…I can’t believe I have to wait a little while before the next book comes out!!
Shadow has grown immensely from the first book to now- can’t wait to see how his relationship with Mari will progress!
4th book in the series and still addicted!
Loved seeing the growth in Shadow and his change towards Mari. Loved the scenes with Reaper, Jandro and Gunner. Slightly concerned about with the warning from Reapers sister but can’t wait to read the next one to see what happens!
What can I say? Crystal, you have blown me away with this emotional roller coaster. The joy of Gunner finally accepting Mari and sharing her with Reaper and Jandro, of learning that her cat is a Goddess and hearing Hades. Shadow is finally opening up to her and becoming more at peace being around Mariposa. After Mariposa has the Steel Demons emblem tattooed on her back.
I can almost see that new relationship developing with Shadow. Bringing in the Sons of Odin and being uprooted from their home after the death of one of their brothers. I cried with them when they laid him to rest. I can’t wait to read book five where Reaper learns how to talk to his long lost brother again. What twists and turns are brought out in this book. But we are still left with many questions. I love it.
I was given an advanced copy of this book to read and review with my honest and fair opinion.
Painless (Steel Demons MC Book 4)
This is another action-filled book in this series, the characters really draw you in and keep you on the edge of your seat until the end
OMG, This book I could not put down. We have so many emotions going on, I even cried in a few. I can’t wait for the next book. Mari now has a kitten named Freyja. The guys are still there for her. Mari has gotten Shadow to open up. He is becoming another person, but will he be able to stay that way? Gunner is still holding back, will he ever accept her with two other guys? They are still fighting the General, but will it ever stop? Can Reaper protect his MC? Mari is the medic will she help every thing? I received a free copy for my honest review.
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Oh my word! This one was full of heart wrenching scenes . I aint gona lie i cried! It feels so good to have these characters get under your skin and make you love them so much! I know people were mad at gunner for initially denying mari and given her the cold shoulder but honestly he was my favorite. He said out loud what most us would! He kept it real. And like most of us, eventually we open up our hearts and mind . just give us a little patience I love the chemistry and bromance. I love everything about this story and whats to come! Everything is slowly unfolding and the true purpose of this “paranormal god like” series is finally making it crystal clear. Even if is dead scary! i cant wait!! i read this with my kindle unlimited. #LoveMyGoldenBoy#ReapersGirl
ONE HIGHLY ADDICTIVE SERIES!!!
Dirty demons! Crystal has two speeds, the speed of sound and the speed of light, she uses both with precision and intensity, blasting this top notch joy ride to life spectacularly. I don’t know if I have the correct words to give this piece of perfection enough credit, but you guys have to give yourselves a thrill, get this series. Blazing through like a thief in the night rocking this brilliantly composed crème de la crème, while laying out one flawless storyline and gripping plot, wrapping this baby up sleek, shiny and tight. Crashing boundaries and dispensing limits, displaying the strengths and weaknesses being weighed and balanced, propelling this jewel on-ward without a hitch, slamming it into overdrive, launching it into a tailspin with a life-altering realization. Shenanigans, escapades and mayhem rule the roost rolling with the drama, turmoil, intrigue, danger, spiraling suspense and unnerving situations, along with a boatload of quick wit while dodging deadly intents, you have one intoxicating masterpiece. Coiled, knotted and tightly woven, displaying the explosive ups and agonizing downs, grounding in it’s simplicity and awe inspiring in it’s depth. Bearing the burdens and towing the line, imparting this action packed, hard hitting, pulse racing, heart pounding, adrenaline pumping, page flipping, block busting bombshell, blasting this baby to a whole new realm. The characters, banter, dialogue, interactions and charged atmosphere along with relatable qualities and individual traits, blend and flow, transforming into genuinely charismatic personalities. The scenes are strikingly sharp with abundant details and depictions creating a colorful backdrop that makes the storyline pop. Phenomenal job Crystal, thanks for sharing this little treasure with us.