Storm Crows MC, 4
Ashlyn saved her best friends' lives—and all it really cost was her marriage. She returns to Oak Grove with Joker's ring on her finger, but feeling the loss of his trust with every heartbeat. Not to mention knowing he's seen the video evidence of her worst moments. Meanwhile, a vendetta from Joker's past calls his attention as the Crows wrap up Duro's trafficking operations and end Bennett Fitzgerald's brief empire. He focuses on revenge, and balancing the scales rather than thinking about how to bridge the gap growing in his marriage.
Stumbling across secrets with every turn they take, both Ash and Joker question whether they know one another at all. And whether they love each other enough to let go.
With luck, Joker and Ash might just learn to ride the wind.
Excerpt:
They never tell you what to do after the apocalypse. The thought circled round and round Ashlyn’s brain as Joker guided her out of the office and into a back room in the KC clubhouse… Dorm? Barracks? “Guest rooms” seemed like the wrong term, but they had similar facilities in the back of the Pharaoh County clubhouse. Must be an Official Thing. Hotel Crowville…
Joker’s gentle touch on her arm grounded her in the present, keeping the panic at bay. Until he let go. “Here, baby. Stay put, okay?” He nudged her across the threshold and into the sparse, dorm-like space.
She glanced from the one tiny, barred window to her husband. “Um…” She tugged at the hem of her only remaining garment—one of Joker’s dark gray Storm Crow t-shirts—which thankfully hung over her thighs. Running out into the clubhouse’s crowded main room in nothing but an oversized wet t-shirt hadn’t been fun the first time. A repeat performance would probably be worse. Maybe. She stared at the barred window. “Sure. Okay.” Joker didn’t give her a chance to change her mind—he was gone by the time she turned around. Like a ghost. She hadn’t even heard the door shut.
Out of curiosity, she turned the handle. It wasn’t locked. But “stay put” means “stay out of the way.” Better listen. She thumped her head against the doorframe. Stuck in an outlaw clubhouse. And I just tricked my ex-fiancé into their custody and revealed one of my best friends is a Lobos cartel leader. Probably torched my marriage in the process.
Another day in paradise. Well done, Self.
Ash flopped onto the bed and put her hands over her eyes as she mentally ran down the situation. Again. Thanks to Case, Jenna was safely out of the shower instead of shivering into an emotionally devastated prune. Ash prayed the pair could work things out—Jen deserved to be happy, and Case deserved someone who’d love him, not just for his patch or his abs. Ash didn’t have that much hope for her own future. Which was why she had to mop up her eyes when someone eventually knocked at the battered door. Had she been moping for fifteen minutes? An hour? She didn’t want to look at her phone and find out.
I hope it’s a firing squad. Get this shit over with. Ash got to her feet and peeked outside. A tall, curvy woman stood in the hall, smiling.
“Oh, honey,” the stranger said like she’d just found a long-lost friend stumbling around a dive bar’s back alley. “You must be Trouble? I’m Tasha.”
“Um. Hi? I, er, forgot they said someone was coming.” But Tree did say that, she reminded herself. After I barged into the meeting. About the time he realized I was wearing nothing but a t-shirt. She’d be mortified about being almost naked in front of her father-in-law whenever her brain found space for that. As long as I don’t think too hard about how much of me he saw in Ben’s blackmail videos first. That thought rattled her so hard she barely noticed the stranger’s expression falter into one of concern.
“I’m Dusty’s wife.” The explanation drew another blank stare from Ash.
Meaning the president of the KC Crows charter? The hell do I do with this?
Don’t fuck up. Do not piss her off and make things even worse. Smile. Let her in. Be fucking perfect.
“Oh! Gosh. I’m an idiot. Sorry, I haven’t really met him.” Ash emphasized her apology for this dreadful oversight by standing aside so Tasha could enter the room. “Today’s gotten a bit, er, out of hand.”
“I’d say that’s an understatement.” Tasha hefted a ragged Walmart bag as she passed Ash and dropped it onto the bed. “The boys said you needed some clothes, but they weren’t helpful on sizes, so I’ve brought some leggings and tees. I grabbed a couple of mine and a couple of my daughter’s. Good thing… Do they even feed y’all in Illinois? My God, you’re tiny. Is the other girl your size, too?”
“She’s, er, taller?” There were so many words, and the ones in her head were so loud… Ash followed Tasha’s shapely lead over to the bed.
“Do I even want to know how they got you all here without clothes?” Tasha’s eyes locked onto the bruises blossoming on Ash’s left arm. “If I need to knock Dusty’s head off—”
“No. No, it’s… um. Extenuating circumstances happened. To our clothes. I mean, we do have clothes. Somewhere. I just, er, don’t know where they ended up.”
“Christ, this is about the shitheads who fucked with Indy’s niece, isn’t it?”
“Um. Y-yes?” She vaguely remembered Grim had been summoned to KC to look for someone’s niece. Why not Indy’s?
“Jesus, take the wheel.” Tasha touched a gold cross necklace at her throat. “It’s like living in a goddamn HBO show lately. At least you’re in better shape than those other two.” Her dark eyes flashed toward the KC Crows’ sanctum, and she shut the bedroom door before Ash could get to it.
With the muffled wild rumpus from the other room, Ash realized how loud her heartbeat was. “O-other two?”
“The ones the psycho sent to Tree and Dusty? You hear about that?”
“Um.” Ash pushed her half-dried hair away from her face and avoided meeting Tasha’s gaze. “What happened to them? It’s been so wild, I d-don’t think anybody thought to tell me.”
“Tree called a cop he trusts to get them into some trafficking victim program.” Tasha’s lips thinned. “Don’t know if that’ll do jack shit, but I guess it’s better than handing them fifty bucks and a bus ticket.”
“Maybe.”
The older woman began laying items out on the wrinkled blue bedspread. Tasha had thoughtfully brought a pair of pajama pants as well as the leggings and some shorts.
Ash eyed each item in turn. The pants would be too long for me, but they’d work for Jenna… A couple hoodies, socks, and a pack of dollar store undies completed the emergency supply, and their bright, rubber ducky patterns even made her smile despite the fact they were too big. They’d be better than nothing. Ash wasn’t in the mood to go commando. “Thank you. Seriously.”
Tasha nodded, and her eyes swept over Ash again, lingering too long on the split lip and darkening bruises along her arm. “You really tangled with the bad guys? Figured everybody’d know better than to try it on with Joker’s ol’ lady already.”
Ash blinked, trying to estimate how much Tasha knew. “I d-don’t think they realized who I was when I went in to m-make the drop.” Which was true enough. Ben only accepted one truth: That Ash belonged to him—not Joker. Not even herself. And standing in this dizzy, echoing after-world, Ash wondered if he wasn’t right after all.
This is Ashlyn and Jokers story and it has a bit of everything. After Ashlyn sacrifices herself to save a friend, Reyes it causes a rift between her and Joker as they question if they should be together. But with all the chaos and danger around them can they realize a HEA? Check it out to see. There is plenty of suspense and drama to keep you reading.
Usually I don’t start in the middle of a series. But, the blurb, totally hooked me and I’ll read the others when I have the money to buy them. Ashlyn aka Ash and her bestie, Jenna are going to go save their other bestie, Carz, from Ash’s ex, Ben. Ben is one evil piece of work. Carz is really hurt by Ben and his friend who hurt Ash & Jenna when their backup arrives. The Storm Crows MC- Joker, Ash’s new fiancée and Case who is with Jenna. Carz (Carlos) with Jenna and Ash are pretty much the three musketeers, each others’ ride or die. Joker and Case are bit upset about all of this as well as how they found out about everything. The book has a lot of upsetting things in it, I found myself chewing on my lip or my nails and had to have the AC on, both for my freak out sweating, and for when there were hot scenes. Ash’s plan on how to deal with Ben was devious and ingenious and I was soooo impressed. Learning about the MC and Joker’s role and Case’s was fascinating. Meeting Grim was cool too. So much goes on in this book and what has happened in the previous books. I really liked the book even tho I cried a few times. But, I laughed too. The story was crazy and there was sooo much mayhem. I love reading about mayhem. lol.
This book with Ash, Joker and Jenna, Case along with Carz drama. The girls snd Carz has been the three musketeers while growing up and Ash ex, Ben, has Carz who is badly hurt. But when this all comes to light will Ash and Joker be together or will they drift apart. There is a lot of drama, suspense, violence and smexy times in this.
I really enjoyed reading this book. The story had a great flow and was well written. This author likes to keep you on the edge of your seat. The characters had very romantic chemistry between them. I would recommend this book to others who read this genre.
My first book by this author and not my last. I already went and bought the first book in the series, I loved this page turner. The characters and the storyline are wonderful. I should have read it in order, fixing that now,
Suspense, second chance, MC romance. The characters began their journey in Broken Wings (book one) and find their happily-ever-after here. A great read.
This is an entertaining suspenseful biker romance book that holds your attention captive from beginning to end. The storyline is intriguing and dramatic as the elements unfold. Characters are well written with steamy chemistry together. I enjoyed this book.
Great MC story, the Storm Crows is a great series. And how the story continued of Ashlyn and Joker was a pleasure to read and this series is definitely recommended.
Ashlyn and Joker's is put at risk when she endangers herself to help a friend he knew nothing about. The pair really do not have conversations they should have instead each in their own heads about what they believe is wrong. This causes Ashlyn to spiral more then usual, which stops Joker from talking driving a bigger wedge. Can they get past the misconceptions for the big society wedding or is this the end? Ashlyn and Joker's story starts in first book of this series, Broken Wings. The series should be read in order due to the overarching storyline.
An action and adventure packed read with Ashlyn and Joker. Plenty of drama, bikers and some steamy scenes too.
Ride the Wind is the fourth book in the Storm Crows MC series. The series overall is enthralling with each book leaving you at the edge of a cliff wondering what else is about to explode in the Storm Crows world. The ending of this book is no exception. Ride the Wind takes you on a very wild ride with Ash, Megan, and Jenna getting into trouble, out of trouble, causing trouble, and let's not even talk about the issues they encounter in the love department. Joker (aka Nathan) and Ashlyn (aka Ash) are fighting hard to overcome past demons and a few present ones while working to remain married, hold onto their love, and their sanity. Their love for one another is palpable, but the obstacles they have to get past before they are on solid ground as a couple are tumultuous. Ride the Wind is a page-turner with many twists, lots of intense drama, hot steamy romance, action, suspense, and more. I can hardly wait for book five.
This Book 4 in The Storm Crows MC Book Series has a second chance, MC Romance Story, a well-constructed world and interesting characters. These characters have unique personalities, complicated histories, and believable interactions. This story has secrets, intrigue, drama, revenge, twists, turns, danger, steam, emotional connection, chemistry and a HEA.
Ride the Wind Book 4 of Storm Crows MC by Allegra Grey The story and characters are well written and developed. I enjoyed the drama, chemistry and journey. Good read.
??? Joker and Ash ??? Ash is recovering from her last adventure. She and Joker are struggling with their feelings. Great book I didn't want to put it down! Love this series! Love this author! A must read!
I really loved this book--This was a perfect follow up to the story. The characters story is just wonderful--written so great.
well written, full of intrigue, drama, love, twists , turns, power, action, sparks, violence and revenge. Great characters both bad and good, well defined and developed to this story. Joker is part of a Motorcycle club and has had some run ins during the past. Now the past wants a part of him, not caring who or what is in the way. Ashlynn is a part of Joker and he is afraid she will be in the way. Ashlynn has also made some mistakes and just wants Joker and everyone else connected to the club to be ok. Storyline is good does have lots of twists to keep you wondering what is going to happen next. Does make you want more. Would recommend this story and the rest of the series.
This is another installment in the Storm Crows MC and for me it was another hit. With Ashlyn and Joker’s story be ready for some gritty intensity along with some crazy turn of events throughout. I loved this couple and was rooting for them throughout this book.
Loved reading Ride the Wild. This was a fast read for me and it was an awesome addition to the Storm Crows MC series.
Ride The Wind is Book 4 in the Storm Crows MC series and is Joker and Ashlyns story. It's also my first read by this author. It's a well written, intense, gritty story that was easily read in one sitting. It can definitely be read as a standalone but I like back story so I'll be going back and reading the series from the beginning. Overall a great, enjoyable read!
First off, it’s important to have read the book before this one as there was a lot of information that I think I would have understood better if I had. There were several stories within the main story as well that didn’t make sense till I was deep in the book. The ups and downs and twists and turns were numerous, and slightly annoying. I almost feel like this book should have been two with all the different characters and events that occurred. I genuinely liked it, but it took far too long to get to the point at times.
Joker and Ashlyn story continues the series, with tough decisions ahead will the ones of the past create more divide, and with trpuble coming for the club once more can they all survive? Well written engaging emotions, desires, drama and more a great addition to the series
