The Collapse took my rights away. But it’s my heart that will leave me truly powerless. Somehow, I’m still alive.So are the gruff, dangerous men I’ve found myself strangely at home with. The Steel Demons escaped execution only to find they’ve been betrayed by one of their own. Once an unbreakable brotherhood, tension and distrust grows between them. Meanwhile I’m stuck between a rock and Reaper’s … stuck between a rock and Reaper’s hard place.
I should have known better than to fall for the green-eyed, rough-handed president. I knew a man like him would only hurt me. When he drops hints about sharing me with his two best friends, that says enough about what he thinks I am–an object to be passed around, just like every other woman after the Collapse.
The only question is, can I find the power to walk away?
Powerless is the second book in a motorcycle-themed, dystopian reverse harem series. 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 (March 2020)
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Bloody hell it was frigging awesome!!!! I opened the book and didn’t notice anything around me until it was done. I loved it so hard! This book started out with as if we never left. Oh and what a start that was.
The previous book was mostly dystopian with a small paranormal element, but this one was building on that element, which I love! And it went from slow burn to scorching hot!!!! *purrrrrr* This series just gets better and better.
The wait until the next book will be excruciating, but worth it!!! Hurry up and one-click this amazing series!
*I received a free copy of this book which I voluntarily chose to write an honest review for.
Ashe really outdid herself this time!! This is one explosive addition to the phenomenal series that really leaves you wanting more right this minute even knowing you have to wait for the next one. We pick back up right where book one left off with them all in danger. Thanks to some slick moves they prevail but now they know they have a traitor. This leads to some interesting events to say the least. Add in the evolving relationship with Mari and her men to get one fantabulous book. Total must read for fans of dystopian RH. I totally loved it so I give it 5/5 star.
Powerless (Steel Demons MC Book 2) by Crystal Ash is an awesome story that I have read, This is book number two and I can not wait to read book number three in this awesome series. I highly recommend this awesome story to all.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book
I am continuing to love this series and the characters relationships! I can’t wait to see where the story takes me next!
Still loving the way this story is progressing and how the Demon MC is growing and changing. Can’t wait for book 3!
Book 2 delivers even more than book 1! I loved how Mariposa started to let down her walls in Powerless, with the community/women of the Steel Demons and also with her men (or potential men). I wanted to shake her and Reaper for all the miscommunication haha but was happy when it was finally resolved because daaaaang the sexy times are . But it wasn’t just sexy times, there were hints of cutesy/romantic moments (and even more potential for the future) and I couldn’t get enough. Those adorable moments were magical. My heart skipped a beat with some of the more suspenseful moments and was shocked by others! I knew something was off about the animals, but loved how we get more and more clues. I thought Mariposa as the MC doctor was stronger in this book (when dealing with everything but her own love life/heart haha). Shadow is I can tell going to win out as my favorite, I have a feeling haha. But thank goodness this is a reverse harem/whychoose romance because the 4 potential harem members for Mari are amazing (even if some are slower on the uptake haha). Overall, easily 5/5 stars from me again! Loved it, listened way too quickly hahaha.
Narration was again stellar, no complaints from me! Keira and Troy are making their way into my automatically listen list, they keep getting better and better .
You will not be disappointed by these audiobooks, the only complaint you might have is when are the other 3 books going to be released (and yay for book 7 releasing on ebook this week muahaha). Loved this series so much I had to go buy the paperbacks too, I just had to have them on my shelf
I enjoyed this book as much as the first one in the series. This book seems to go more into the dynamics of the characters and how each one has helped another character or how they came to know each other before. I liked the steamy scenes because they were not too raunchy or mushy. I am looking forward to reading the next book in the series.
*WARNING* story contains explicit sexual content and violence
Shadow still holds my attention in this story even though he remains mostly in the background. This story is full of interesting characters. There is action, romance, loyal, backstabbing, misunderstandings, there is something for everyone is this well written reverse harem.
I love this series, the gruff, violent and sexy, but not overly so. The characters are fantastic, I am 100% in love with Shadow. But really all of the main characters are amazing and I’ve really enjoyed reading them grow and change in just the first two books, Mari and Shadow more than most. The other really interesting thing about these books is the subtle hints of paranormal in them, I very much look forward to reading what Crystal Ash has in store for the rest of this series and cannot wait for the next book!
An MC series you don’t want to miss! RH
This series is awesome! Its intense, raw and beautiful. At times it feels almost paranormal because it has has two awesome animal sidekicks that seem to have godly powers or super unique abilities. The guys are to die for. They are drool worthy! This story keeps you engaged and flipping the pages effortlessly. If you like those sweet flirty dangerous stubborn men and YOLO lifestyle romance this one is for you!
Well I loved the first book and I love this second one just as much if not more! Well written this rollercoaster continues making me laugh, making me cry, making me sit on the edge of my seat! Love the storyline, love the character growth and connections and I cannot wait for the next book!
This book was awesome. I really enjoyed the storyline and characters. Both are well written and developed. This is book 2 of the series and I’m really loving the series. I’m looking forward to book 3. I highly recommend reading. (I received this book as an arc and am leaving a voluntary honest review)
Oh my, it just keeps getting better and better
Steel Demons MC Book 2, Powerless by Crystal Ash is one fabulous read. Obviously being book 2 the story is a continuation from Lawless but I think the author has stepped it up a notch. It’s been written really well, the characters strength comes from their vulnerability and the world they live in is bleak but visually rich thanks to the author. The action is super and those boys, sorry men, are just dreamy. Love it!
Powerless is Book 2 in the Steel Demons MC series by Crystal Ash. This is an exceptional, awesome addition to the series. It is superbly written with an intriguing story line, well developed world, and is a fast paced, lots of action thrill ride that will keep you glued to the pages until the last one and needing more. Mari (MFC and Healer) and her guys — Reaper (SDMC Pres), Jandro (SDMC Vice-Pres), Gunner, and Shadow are becoming into focus. The character development is phenomenal and so real that each character is really becoming true to life. I loved this story and these characters and could not put it down, reading into the wee hours to finish. Thank you Crystal for penning such an awesome book and series. I am anxious for Fearless, Book 3, to see what Crystal has in store for the SDMC. I highly recommend this book and series, you will be so glad you embarked upon this adventure. Received an ARC and this is my voluntary review.
Mariposa finds out that she’s not quite as powerless as she thought when Reaper had taken her originally. Reaper has taken what he wants, but he has also given Mari something that he had never given before, his heart. Reaper grew up in a life where there was several men to a single female in family groups. For him, to agree to share his woman in a family unit such as this, it was a big deal because it showed a level of commitment for him that he had never done before.
The club is attacked while at the hotel as they tried to find a new place to stay since their last weigh-station was no longer available. Hades saves Reaper from an explosion but at a cost to the pup. Mari finds Reaper and Hades and was able to save Hades by removing a piece of metal from the pup’s leg. When Mari saved Hades, this brings her to be closer to being part of the Club. Shadow destroys most of the enemies trying to kill the members of the club and saves Gunner and Jandro as well as the rest of the club. Once everyone is safe, Mari and Reaper soak in the tub and once more things take a turn for the worse. When he tried to explain to Mari about having others in their relationship, she misunderstood and they fought brutally with words. At church after the attack, they now know that there is a traitor in their midst but not who just yet.
Gunner heads to Colorado to call in a favor from his Uncle while the rest of the Club and Mari head back home and the club is attacked almost at the gates of their own home of Shoel. With the help of Mari, Hades, and Horus the MC was able to survive the attack with no deaths on their end but wiping out the Razors who attacked them. In the attack Reaper disappears and sends the club into a spiral, with everyone telling Jandro to pick up the mantel of Prez which he starkly refuses to do. During the trip Jandro and Mari become even closer and when Reaper returns his hope that Mari would be his goes out the window.
Mari spends all night patching up the men who were hurt in the attack prior to Reaper’s return, after he returns Jandro has finally gotten Shadow to agree to allow Mari to treat him. But what happens when she finishes, has her shocked and scared that Reaper won’t want her anymore. This is when Reaper finally and fully explains the relationship that he is wanting with Mari, with her being the only female for a group that Reaper and Mari both agree on. Reaper goes ballistic when he finds out what happened but not at Mari, and demands that Shadow apologizes, which causes Shadow to speak the most he has throughout both books.
That night, Reaper and Mari ask for Jandro to join their family unit and as they start to “seal the deal” gunshots are heard and stops the three cold. What they did not know was that Gunner was on his way home with news as well, and when he was almost at the gate he caught a traitor speaking with one of the Razers.
Gunner brings in the traitor and Mari shows that she is truly a Steel Demon when she stated she would clean up and heal the traitor just to allow Reaper, Shadow, Jandro, and Gunner to torture additional information out of him.
The book ends with a cliff hanger conversation between Reaper and his sister Noelle, where she tells him that he will lose Mari if he kills one of the men from their “unit” which will be her and four men in total. Noelle also states that they are going to be called upon by the Gods and they must obey the orders.
When you add in that Reaper has a dog named Hades that heals within a matter of hours and he simply “knew” where to find the pup when it was small enough to fit in Reapers hand and what to name him, then the fact that Gunner has the ability to psychically connect with Horus his falcon,and Noelle is speaking and receiving messages from their dead brother in his sleep. The fact that throughout this story Mari is starting to have the ability to know when one of the men in her group is hurt, it goes to show that there is definitely more than meets the eye.
I’m just waiting for Fearless to come out to see if there are anymore traitors in the midst of the Demons, to see just how the gods are going to call upon them, and to see what Mariposa’s place is within this prophesy.
This is a definite slow burn book, with a lot of ups and downs with the main characters, excitement, passion, and surprise. I would definitely recommend Powerless as a read, but start with Lawless first for the back story!
This continuation of the Steel Demons Series brings more action, steam and swoon worthy moments. This installment further immerses the reader in the dystopian society. The author also reveals more of the hearts of Mariposa’s rugged men.
Admittedly, one of my critiques of the first book was based on my impatience to read Mari’s romance develop with her guys. I definitely got my wish in this story. I guess patience is a virtue and all that.
I recommend this book to those who enjoy dystopian romances including roughnecks with a sensitive side.
I received an ARC version of the book for my honest opinion of this tale.
I absolutely cannot wait for the next book. I immediately fell back into this world and could not put it down. You laugh, cry and are on the edge of your seat with these characters. I am slowly falling in love right along with Mari. I cannot wait to see where all of these relationships are going to go especially between Shadow and Mari.
Powerless
Great characters and plenty of action, I really like Hades and can’t wait for the next book in this wonderful series
Once again Crystal Ash has brought forward another epic tale of post collapse of the government and the total anarchy that now reigns over the United States of America or the new territories and minor governments that now rule each sector of the nation. Where only the strongest will survive and those who want to fight for their liberties. If you want to read something that will keep you totally engaged, you will want to read the Steel Demons MC series. This is only book two and I am totally hooked.
In this book, we gain a greater understanding of the link that binds Jandro and Shadow and their unique relationship that they have. Mari also is able to gain a greater understanding of them and of her growing friendship with Jandro. We also get to know Shadow in a new light, his character can only grow from here and I personally really look forward to it growing more.
Reaper and Mari are able to build on their relationship in this story although they still manage to fall into the trap of not listening properly and jumping to conclusions, there are lots of hurt feelings and the development of newer and stronger feelings for these two fantastic strong characters. They face some real demons together and they have to struggle to fight the demons that lie in waiting for them.
The Steel Demons MC also learn that there is a traitor amongst their family and there is a lot of distrust and accusations tossed around, friendships are put to the test and the Steel Demons need to work together instead of pulling each other apart. Especially since they have been betrayed and now have to find a new supplier to keep them fed and supplied with the things that will keep their commune together happy and healthy.
At the end of this story, there is a slight twist that leaves you hanging to find out exactly what is going to happen. I couldn’t put this book down and I am left thirsty for more…… I cant wait for the next installment of the Steel Demons MC.
I received a free copy of this book in exchange of an honest review.
OMG, this series is getting better. We have mystery, action, heartache, misunderstandings and more. Mari is starting to fall for Reaper the president of the Steel Demons. She also cares about Jandro and Gunner they are so much nicer to her. Since the ambush at the compound, they are all on edge. Reaper has suggested things to Mari that she feels he wants other women. Can she get over it? Can she find safety with the bikers? What has really happened to Shadow? Who is out for the Steel Demons? Can they catch the person betraying them? Can they get Tash before he gets them? Can’t wait for the next book? I received a free copy for my honest review.