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Author: Author Sam Crescent
Sam Crescent is a USA Today Bestselling author who is passionate about romance. She resides in the UK, and loves creating new exciting characters that take her on a journey she never expected.
When she's not panicking about a story or arguing with a character, she can be found in her kitchen creating all kinds of havoc.
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New Release: Rules
He had three rules … he just broke all of them.
Rules is NOW LIVE!!!
This is a complete standalone story.
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ISBN: 9780369513977
ASIN: B0GQNWKYLC
Blurb
Axel Rules lives by three rules:
He never kisses a woman on the lips.
He never sleeps over, and they’re not allowed to sleep at his place.
And the final rule, he never dates single mothers.
Joey Sinclair is a single mother, and she owns the coffee shop in town. He knows she has a history. She stood up against her abusive ex-husband. The ex left town, and wanted nothing to do with his daughter. Axel doesn’t want to get involved with Joey, but he can’t get her out of his mind.
When her parents take her daughter away for the weekend, they order her to have some fun. To relax.
It had been so long since she enjoyed some time to herself. Going to the bar, all she intends to do was drink a beer, and dance.
That first night, Axel breaks all of his rules. He couldn’t resist kissing Joey. Her lips were too damn good to ignore. One kiss led to a sleep over, and when he woke up, Joey had snuck off. And now, he had broken his third and final rule, he was falling for a single mother. His father had taught him these rules, so he didn’t get his heart broken. What he didn’t truly realize, his father had loved before.
Now, it was Axel’s turn to fall in love. But will Joey fall in love with him? Will she give herself to him? He has a terrible reputation. But, Axel’s ready to settle down. He wants to be a father to Joey’s daughter, and he wants to have children of his own. But will she be willing to take the risk?
Excerpt:
“So, you’re all alone?”
“That’s right. Wait, you’re not some kind of axe-wielding murderer on the weekends, are you?”
“Only at Halloween.”
Joey threw her head back and laughed. “I like it.”
He winked at her, mainly because he had torn a couple of shorts, painted red on the hems, and held a blunt axe, to go to a few Halloween parties. He wasn’t exactly inventive.
“What do you dress up as for Halloween?”
“The busy mom,” she said. “Trying to make it home in time to take her kid out trick-or-treating.”
“Sounds like hard work.”
“It is, but Adeline is worth it.”
The music seemed to pick up a notch.
“Do you want to dance?”
The last time he asked, she had declined, but she frowned and then put her hand in his. “Sure, why not?”
Now he was surprised, but he wasn’t about to take it back. Gripping her hand firmly but not hard, he led her onto the dance floor. There were already several couples there, and he pulled Joey in close, and as he stared into her blue eyes, he was completely entranced by her. She was stunning.
“Do you do this often?” she asked.
“No, I don’t do a whole lot of dancing.”
“You should. You’re good.”
He had both hands at her waist, and he couldn’t bring himself to look anywhere else. It was like they were the only two people to exist.
The music sped up, he grabbed her hand and suddenly gave her a twirl, spinning her away from him, then pulling her back toward him. He gyrated his hips and felt as Joey followed his lead. For a good hour they danced, and when it came to a slow song, he expected her to go back to the bar, only she took hold of his hand and then placed his other at her waist.
“This is nice, thank you,” she said.
“You’re not too bad a dancer at all.”
“It has been a long time since I danced with anyone but my daughter.”
He knew there hadn’t been anyone since George. It was common town knowledge that Joey was completely devoted to her daughter. Staring into her eyes, he couldn’t help but drop his gaze to her lips. They looked so plump, so inviting. He wanted to kiss her.
Rule one. He had to keep remembering rule number one. He refused to break it. Only, he was already breaking rule number three. Joey was a single mother.
And then, he didn’t know what made him change his mind. Just one moment he was looking at her, and in the next second, he pulled her in close and broke his first and third rule by kissing Joey.
He expected everything to just make him stop. The reality of what he was doing. Feeling her lips against his. Something had to stop him.
Only, it didn’t.
Nothing stopped him, as he kept kissing her, and it felt so damn good.
Reviews
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing Chemistry!
Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2026
Sam has done it again! This a great, well written fun read that pulls you in with interesting characters. As the saying goes, “Rules were meant to be broken “. Never was this truer than with Axel and Joey. Each have rules in place to protect themselves, but what happens when they break their own rules will change their lives. This is another Must Read!
*****
5 out of 5 stars
Rules Made to be Broken
Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2026
This story was wonderful–I loved loved it. This book is wonderful and I am so amazed that each book this author writes seems to get better and better. I couldn’t stop reading and just like so many more book by author it will be reread ALOT!.
I received a free copy of this book via Evernight and am voluntarily leaving a review.
*****
Fran
Rules – Sam Crescent
Rules is a standalone story by Sam Crescent featuring around a small town, a strong single mom and a good hearted, woman loving, bad boy. Axel Rules is the local town handyman following in his fathers footsteps. Before his father sadly passed away he lived by a strict set of rules that he passed along to Axel. However, Axel didn’t realise until his chat with his Uncle Rick that his father only made these rules after loosing the love of his life. Axel values the rules and abides by them strictly, they are made clear to all women he shows an interest in. They are as follows:
Rule 1 – No kissing on the lips.
Rule 2 – He never sleeps over.
Rule 3 – Never ever dates single mothers.
He successfully stays to these rules until he is gifted a smile from Joey Sinclair, the curvy beauty that is the owner of Adeline’s Coffee Shop and single mother to her nine year old daughter Adeline. After an abusive marriage Joey has dedicated her life to her daughter and getting her coffee shop up and running to support them both. She lives for her daughter and has no real life of her own. When her parents Alice and Marshall offer to have Adeline for a weekend to give Joey a chance to relax and enjoy her life. All it takes is her to step into Uncle Rick’s Bar and Axel breaks every single one of his rules, dancing with a single mother, he kisses her so deeply their toes both curl and then they spend a night together unlike they have ever experienced before. One night is not enough and Axel is becoming addicted to Joey and spending time with her and her daughter. He is experiencing what being part of a family is like and he soon realises that it is a feeling he doesn’t want to lose. He just hopes Joey feels the same once he realises and understands the strength of his true feelings. This is a such a heartwarming story that is written so well. You cannot help but root for Axel to realise what he could share with Joey and for her to have a love she truly deserves. The characters are both strong and likeable and both develop in different ways as the story progresses. The story is really engaging from beginning to end and pulls you in and takes you on a spicy ride as these characters find their way together. I really loved it and Axel is one amazing book boyfriend. I also enjoyed the relationship between Joey and her sister Ashley, she is a great additional character. Happy Reading. Please note that I was given an arc of this book for my honest review which is exactly what I have given.
5 out of 5 stars.
*****
I’ve got a brand new book coming March 17th!!!
Rules is a complete standalone story. <3
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ISBN: 9780369513977
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Blurb
Axel Rules lives by three rules:
He never kisses a woman on the lips.
He never sleeps over, and they’re not allowed to sleep at his place.
And the final rule, he never dates single mothers.
Joey Sinclair is a single mother, and she owns the coffee shop in town. He knows she has a history. She stood up against her abusive ex-husband. The ex left town, and wanted nothing to do with his daughter. Axel doesn’t want to get involved with Joey, but he can’t get her out of his mind.
When her parents take her daughter away for the weekend, they order her to have some fun. To relax.
It had been so long since she enjoyed some time to herself. Going to the bar, all she intends to do was drink a beer, and dance.
That first night, Axel breaks all of his rules. He couldn’t resist kissing Joey. Her lips were too damn good to ignore. One kiss led to a sleep over, and when he woke up, Joey had snuck off. And now, he had broken his third and final rule, he was falling for a single mother. His father had taught him these rules, so he didn’t get his heart broken. What he didn’t truly realize, his father had loved before.
Now, it was Axel’s turn to fall in love. But will Joey fall in love with him? Will she give herself to him? He has a terrible reputation. But, Axel’s ready to settle down. He wants to be a father to Joey’s daughter, and he wants to have children of his own. But will she be willing to take the risk?
This is a complete standalone story.
He will do whatever it takes to keep her safe.
Buy Links:
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ISBN: 9780369513892
ASIN: B0GHN99YVB
Blurb
Dmitriy Fedulov was known as the ghost devil. He was who the head of the Gnesin Bratva sent when they wanted to annihilate. He killed all enemies, and he did so without remorse. Until her.
Anastasia Babkin defied her family and refused to marry a cruel man. As punishment, she was thrown out, forced to live on her own, far away from the Bratva. She knew the risks. It was why she stayed all alone.
When Dmitriy was sent, he didn’t kill her. Instead, he kept her safe. He felt nothing for no one, until he met Anastasia. She was unlike other women. She was different, and he couldn’t bring himself to kill her.
The orders from Gnesin didn’t sit well with Dmitriy. When he demands a meeting, and it goes silent, he knows something is wrong. When the enemy comes hunting him down, it’s only a matter of time before the Bratva falls.
Anastasia doesn’t know who ordered the kill on her family. She has fallen in love with her savior. But, will they be able to survive? Is the leader of the Bratva still alive? Will he let them live? Or is it just one big betrayal?
Excerpt:
“I have no idea what is going on, and I can only assume my safe locations have been compromised. I’m not going to put you in any danger. We’ll rest here tonight, and tomorrow, we’ll figure something out.”
“You know, if you had killed me, you probably would be able to just run away and live your life.”
“Running away is not an option.” He never ran away, not from his parents, not from anything.
“Take a shower. I’m going to go and get food, and do not answer the door to anyone.” With that, he closed the door and left the motel room.
He should have killed her. It should have been easy for him to do. Just one bullet to the back of the head, or slitting her throat, but he just couldn’t bring himself to do it. He didn’t want to hurt her. In all his years, Dmitriy had never felt this way for anyone.
Running fingers through his hair, he got into the car and drove for ten minutes until he found a drive-thru. He ordered them plenty of food, kept a smile on his face for the woman serving him, which wouldn’t allow any questions or suspicions to be raised, and when she was finished serving him, he told her to have a good day.
He made his way back to the motel, grabbed all the food, and let himself into the apartment. At the same time, Anastasia stepped out of the bathroom. Her hair was damp, and she had a towel within her grip, drying it by scrunching it up in her fist. She had a single towel wrapped around her body, but he saw a lot more of her flesh on display, and he found it impossible to ignore. She was almost naked.
“The shower is free, and I didn’t use up all the hot water,” she said.
“I’ll take a quick shower.” He moved past her with speed. He didn’t want to spend any more time looking at her.
He had to get control of his erection. After what she had just seen, Anastasia didn’t need to deal with an aroused man as well. He wasn’t that much of a fucking monster.
“There’s food, enjoy it,” he said, and slammed the door. This was not Anastasia’s fault. She didn’t know how he felt. That he had been obsessed with her since she had turned eighteen. That she was nothing like any other woman he had seen or known. She was different.
Stripping out of his clothes, he turned on the shower and stepped beneath the spray. His cock was rock-hard, and he couldn’t get the sight of her out of his mind. Her smooth shoulders exposed, slightly glistening from the shower she had taken. She had been here moments before, and he was pretty sure he could smell her. He had to get some level of control. This was fucking shit.
Wrapping his fingers around his cock, he closed his eyes, and it was all Anastasia playing through his mind. Her smile. The laughter he had heard from time to time. Then of course, the way she looked moments ago, and that was all it took to send him right over the edge, and he grunted as he spilled his seed into the bathtub.
He couldn’t recall the last time he was with a woman. It had been so long ago, possibly even the night before he had seen Anastasia for the first time. That one look at the party was enough for him to never want anyone else.
There had been a few moments where he had tried with other women, but none of them appealed to him. They meant nothing.
He stopped trying and accepted there was only one woman for him, and that woman was Anastasia.
Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Wooah!
Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2026
Twists and turns and full of surprises! It was a read I just could not get enough of! Loved it
*****
Fran
Protecting Anastasia – By – Sam Crescent
This is another standalone story by the amazing Sam Crescent and it has you engaged from the very beginning. Dmitriy Fedulov, known as a loyal soldier to Nikolai Gnesin, The head of the Gnesin Bratva, but to only a few as the Devil Ghost. He is sent to clean up mistakes and keep people in line. If the Devil Ghost is coming for you then your days are numbered. When he is tasked with removing certain families he accepts his orders without fuss but when he encounters the young and innocent Anastasia Babkin he finds himself for the first time unable to complete his orders. Since she left the family and went out and started a new one her own he has been drawn to her, wanting to protect her and keep her safe. When his orders come he takes her away and protects her but now things are not looking to be as clear cut as he thought. Something could be wrong, is the Gnesin Bratva at risk. Dmitriy and Anastasia must work together to find the truth as they give into their feelings for one another and explore their chemistry before the chance is taken from them. This is a fast paced, action packed story that was well written with two strong leading characters. Dmitriy is swoonworthy and Anastasia is a lot stronger than many thought her to be. Their chemistry is smoking hot and Jack the hacker is a great additional character. Overall I thoroughly enjoyed thos story and their well deserved happily ever after.
Please note that I was given an arc of this book for my honest review which is exactly what I have given.
5 out of 5 stars.
*****
5 out of 5 stars
Super Read!
Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2026
Sam does Mafia books like no one else. This is one of the best stories I’ve read this year. This grabs you from the first page and doesn’t let go. Dmitry and Anastasia’s story grabs you from the first page and takes you on a roller coaster of twists and turns. This is a fantastic read! I received an advance review copy, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
5 out of 5 stars
Wooah!
Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2026
Twists and turns and full of surprises! It was a read I just could not get enough of! Loved it
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February Newsletter march Info
Hi Everyone,
Wishing you all a fantastic March. Can you believe I’m already saying that. Here we go again lol. 🙂
So, February saw the release of two new books. The first, a complete standalone tale with Saved by the Monster. The second, we delved back into the Hell’s Bastards MC, with Big Dick. I am so pleased to hear that you all have enjoyed his story. I’ve been asked if Kinky will be getting a story and the answer to that is … yes. I do love this series, and it is one that I love to return to time and again.
So, I have been curious, is there any past series you would love to see on my coming soon page?
Also, what are you loving more of at the moment, MC, Mafia, or Bratva.
I know right now that I have started a brand new story, and even though I have tried not to, I feel this is going to be a new series. Do you like new series?
I also have some good news. I have finished the second couple from my Doormat book, and they are on the coming soon page, Words Cut Deep is the title. So, you can check that out if you would like.
So, I better let you all go. It has been a very productive month. The muse is in full swing, and I can’t stop writing all the words.
Until next month,
Take care,
Sam
YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
* Will The Soldiers of Wrath MC Grit Chapter continue with Smalls and Lana story as well as Grim, Reaper and Catherine “Cat” story.
- I’m not sure at this time as I know Jenika is very busy.
*Is the upcoming new release Protecting Anastasia a standalone book?
- Yes, and it is not related to any other story.
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Released in February
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Blurb
Dmitriy Fedulov was known as the ghost devil. He was who the head of the Gnesin Bratva sent when they wanted to annihilate. He killed all enemies, and he did so without remorse. Until her.
Anastasia Babkin defied her family and refused to marry a cruel man. As punishment, she was thrown out, forced to live on her own, far away from the Bratva. She knew the risks. It was why she stayed all alone.
When Dmitriy was sent, he didn’t kill her. Instead, he kept her safe. He felt nothing for no one, until he met Anastasia. She was unlike other women. She was different, and he couldn’t bring himself to kill her.
The orders from Gnesin didn’t sit well with Dmitriy. When he demands a meeting, and it goes silent, he knows something is wrong. When the enemy comes hunting him down, it’s only a matter of time before the Bratva falls.
Anastasia doesn’t know who ordered the kill on her family. She has fallen in love with her savior. But, will they be able to survive? Is the leader of the Bratva still alive? Will he let them live? Or is it just one big betrayal?
Words Cut deep coming March 17th, this is in the same world as Doormat, but can be read as a standalone
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Blurb
Dmitriy Fedulov was known as the ghost devil. He was who the head of the Gnesin Bratva sent when they wanted to annihilate. He killed all enemies, and he did so without remorse. Until her.
Anastasia Babkin defied her family and refused to marry a cruel man. As punishment, she was thrown out, forced to live on her own, far away from the Bratva. She knew the risks. It was why she stayed all alone.
When Dmitriy was sent, he didn’t kill her. Instead, he kept her safe. He felt nothing for no one, until he met Anastasia. She was unlike other women. She was different, and he couldn’t bring himself to kill her.
The orders from Gnesin didn’t sit well with Dmitriy. When he demands a meeting, and it goes silent, he knows something is wrong. When the enemy comes hunting him down, it’s only a matter of time before the Bratva falls.
Anastasia doesn’t know who ordered the kill on her family. She has fallen in love with her savior. But, will they be able to survive? Is the leader of the Bratva still alive? Will he let them live? Or is it just one big betrayal?
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New Release: Big Dick
Big D!ck (Hell’s B**tards MC) is NOW LIVE!!!
Are you ready to find out what happens next?
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Blurb
Larissa is different. Getting shot was a wakeup call, and there’s no way she could just turn around the clock and go back to life before. Her friend, or boyfriend, hadn’t stuck around. He had run away.
The only person who had been willing to save her was George or Big Dick, or whatever he liked to be called.
Larissa is everywhere. No matter where he turned, Big Dick couldn’t get away from her. After running into her at a bar, he does the most ridiculous thing and makes a bet.
He has one year to get Larissa in his bed.
For some odd reason, Big Dick isn’t being his usual cruel self, and Larissa finally sees the man beneath the leather cut. She never intended to start a secret affair, but she also couldn’t deny sneaking around with him was a lot of fun.
Until the truth comes out, and Larissa learns that everything Big Dick had been saying and doing to her was just to win some kind of stupid bet. Heartbroken and betrayed, Larissa refuses to talk to Big Dick again.
He made a mistake. He didn’t intend to fall in love with Larissa, and seeing her hurt is killing him. He’s the only one responsible.
But, he gets a second chance, and this time, he is not going to do blow it.
The only problem is, he took his eye off the ball and the enemy is now closing in. They are known for breaking the rules, and Big Dick is going to need to make a choice. Protect his club, or save the woman he loves. Where will his loyalties fall?
Excerpt
Two shots of tequila, and Larissa felt rough. She hadn’t been sick, nor had she slept in. Baking was a consolation, but it also wasn’t exactly helping right now, because the baked goods were making her a little queasy.
Her dad had stayed up and made her a hot cup of tea, which she had appreciated. They didn’t talk, and she certainly didn’t tell him she took part in a dare—a crazy, stupid dare, but one she couldn’t get out of her mind.
She did not want to think about that kiss with Big Dick. It could have been anyone walking through that door. She didn’t know what had come over her. She had looked to all the ladies, and it seemed they already knew she couldn’t do it. So, she did, without a question asked. She just got right in and kissed him.
Of all of the people to enter the damn bar, it had to be Big Dick. Although, that could have gone a lot worse. Kissing any of the other men at the bar that night would have been a nightmare. Kissing Smokey would have been so wrong. Carlos, Ugly Beast, and Hunter, all of them were taken, and she was no cheater. She believed in the sanctity of marriage. It was a sacred vow that should be protected at all costs, not brushed over as if it meant nothing. Marriage meant something to her. It always had and always would.
She finished serving the last of the morning rush customers, and so far, the bakery still had a lot to offer. With the shop empty, she quickly took a quick trip to the back to gather more baked goods to fill the stands so it was bursting to the seams.
As she was picking up the brownies, she heard the doorbell ring, alerting her to more customers, and she quickly rushed back to find George standing in the shop. It was then she realized in her mind that she had been calling him Big Dick. She took a deep breath. She liked that she always called him George.
“George,” she said. “Good morning.”
It was Saturday morning, and she glanced over at him, trying not to look at his lips. That kiss had been a dare, and it didn’t matter. George hated her and didn’t like her around the club, which is why she always stayed away. Although her friends had invited her, she tried not to visit the club so they could enjoy their time without her around.
“Morning, beautiful,” he said.
This made her frown. George had never been nice to her, and more often than not, he treated her like a pain in the ass.
“What can I get you?” she asked, putting the items she had gathered into place, and the tray on the back counter behind her.
“How about you and me going out for coffee?”
Again, this was new.
“Uh, no, thank you. I’m working.”
“What are you doing after work?”
“I’ve got an appointment with Hailey at the beauty parlor,” she said, still frowning.
“Why?”
“Because I asked Hailey to help me with some things, and she promised she would.”
She wanted to learn how to put on makeup. For Christmas her father had gotten her a beauty set. It had surprised her but also delighted her. He had listened to her constantly ramble on about the new beauty parlor and how much she loved it, and he had paid attention. That meant a lot to her. The only snag, like most things in her life, was the fact she didn’t know how to put makeup on. She felt like in most cases, mothers were there to help.
Her mother wasn’t around. Just as she hadn’t been there for Mother’s Day, or prom, or the day she had gotten her first menstrual cycle. Between herself and her dad, that had been an experience she didn’t want to repeat. Then came the sex talk.
At least her father had been honest. He hadn’t held anything back. He was the town pastor and took his role seriously, but at no point did he want his daughter to follow in his footsteps. He wanted her to make her own choices.
Which was what her mother had done. No one in town knew what had happened to her mother, but she did. Her father had always been truthful. Her mother had been a wild child, a whirlwind, and Jonah had fallen hard. He thought she had wanted a happy life, a marriage, a child, but it had lasted only a couple of years. Then her mother had felt trapped. She didn’t want to be attached to the same man and she didn’t want a kid around her neck. Without a backward glance, she had divorced her father and just left town, never to be seen or heard from again. They didn’t know if she was alive or dead.
Over the years, her father had gotten over her. Larissa knew that. The pictures of her had come down, to be replaced by the memories she and her father had made. She often wondered if her father was worried that she, herself, would be wild and want to run off into the sunset. Larissa was nothing like that. She wanted a happy life. To fall in love with someone who loved her just as much. A family. She had to stop saying what she wanted, because she was starting to think it wasn’t going to happen.
Larissa wanted to be the mother her own mother wasn’t.
“Maybe another time?” George asked.
“Why?” she asked.
“Why, what?”
“You’re confusing me, George. You don’t like me, remember? No one wants me around.” She laughed.
“Yeah, well, maybe I’ve changed my mind.”
Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Must Read!!
Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2026
Hold on and be prepared for twists, turns and deceptions you don’t see coming. This is not your usual MC series. The men are complex and when they make a mistake they really do. What’s the saying, Go big or go home”? This applies to the men of Hell’s Bastards MC. This is George and Larissa’s story. George aka Big Dick, is the latest victim of his own stupidity. When a bet goes sideways and Larissa discovers the truth, George realizes the devastating mistake he’s made. The groveling that ensues isn’t tedious but when danger surfaces, no one is safe. This needs to be read to truly appreciate this book. It has danger, love, loss, violence, redemption. This is a Must Read! I received an advance review copy, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
5.0 out of 5 stars Epic Book–Read in ONE DAY!
Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2026
I LOVE LOVE LOVE this series–only gets better!! So good–I have been hooked on this series and reread all of them so many times and I will tell you this will be no different.
5.0 out of 5 stars 5plus stars àmazing!!
Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2026
George aka Big Dick find redemption with the lovely Larissa? This series is amazing and Big Dick is my favorite book in the series. What a gem of a read!
*Fran
Big Dick – Hell’s Bastards MC – Book 6 – By – Sam Crescent
This is the sixth book in the amazing Hell’s Bastards MC Series and it features around Big Dick/George Erickson and Larissa Adams. The story begins several months after Harlow and Hunter’s wedding and the last attack that saw Harlow hurt along with Hailey and Larissa both suffering from gunshot wounds that they caught in the crossfire from their attack from Cadeon and the rest of the Twisted Bastards MC. Larissa has caught the attention of Big Dick and he doesn’t even realise why. He knows he likes to keep an eye on her, he finds her in every room he enters, he doesn’t understand why, he just does. She is the flickering light burning bright and he is the moth that cannot keep away but he doesn’t realise it is love that keeps drawing him towards her. Without understanding his own true feelings Big Dick makes a bet with Carlos, Raven’s husband. It is a callous bet that he can get Larissa into his bed within a year and he doesn’t even realise the huge mistake he is making when he agrees to it or what he could potentially lose if it is ever discovered. Larissa is a little suspicious of Big Dick as he has never been flirty towards her before, he always thought she was prim and proper, a bit of a prude and thought herself above the MC which was never the case at all. However now he is being civil and once she sees a different side to him, a sweet, kind, considerate and funny side Larissa begins to see that there is so much more to him than she ever thought possible. She begins to let her guard down and fall for him wholeheartedly, then reality sets in, truths are discovered, hearts are broken, relationships are irrevocably changed and the threat to the Hell’s Bastards MC in the form of Cadeon and the Twisted Bastards is still out there and stronger than ever. This is a great addition to a really enthralling MC series that is subject matter this author excels at. The push and pull between Larissa and Big Dick has been previously hinted at but you could tell Big Dick was fighting it as he believed Larissa was not cut out for the MC world. By taking this stupid bet and forcing himself to get to know her he is continually surprised by her and that is something that rarely happens to him. She is not at all what he thought and finds himself wanting to be with her more and more. We also see a different side to Big Dick at first he is cocky, arrogant and as his name suggests a bit of a dick but as he opens up more we see a tender, loving side to him. There is definitely more to him than I initially thought. When the truth is discovered his confusion over his feelings and then his tenacity to regain his woman’s trust is all so beautiful to read. He is completely swoonworthy as he tries to win back his woman and I adored seeing that side of him. This story is well written and engaging from beginning to end. It is packed with love, romance, spicy scenes, action, family and humour and of course the brotherhood of Hell’s Bastards MC that we know and love. I can’t wait to see more of Hailey and Kinky they need to find their happily ever after and also seeing Brick fall is no doubt going to be exciting. Still lots to look forward to as the club continues to fight for survival and to protect its own. Their is a happily ever after for the couple but the threat remains unresolved. Overall a great story that is a great addition to a truly great MC series. Happy Reading.
Please note that I was given an arc of this book for my honest review which is exactly what I have given.
5 out of 5 stars.
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ISBN: 9780369513564
ASIN: B0GFB14S9H
Blurb
Massimo Salvatore hates public functions. They’re a waste of time, and he has no interest in making friends within the Russo Mafia. He has his place, and no one is going to take it from him. The only reason he goes, is for one person. Adelina Ferri. She is funny, sweet, sexy, and she wears the worst clothes he has ever seen.
Adelina’s parents are embarrassed by her. They force her to wear clothes that are too large, and not at all flattering. However, soon it would all be over. She has learned that she is engaged to a man who has a history of hurting his wives. All of them are dead, and if she marries him, it will be a guaranteed death sentence.
When Massimo learns the truth, he cannot allow it to happen. Adelina is too kind, too good, to be allowed to be at the mercy of that … dick.
There is only one solution. He will marry her.
Her place is not as a Salvatore, and there are those in the Russo Mafia who will not let her forget it. However, when she is with Massimo, everything else fades. To everyone else, he is a monster, but to her, he is her savior.
He stopped her from dying. He has given her a future, but for how long. There is a traitor amongst the Russo mafia. One that is circling, intent on taking over. Massimo will not allow that to happen.
When his wife is taken, it is a race against the clock. But who is behind the threat, and will he make it in time?
Excerpt:
At the start of this engagement, Massimo had intended for his wedding night to be fake. He was not going to put Adelina through the pain of losing her virginity.
Only, they had gotten to their wedding night, and seeing her in her gown, being near her, smelling that hint of vanilla mixed with cinnamon, was a tempting combination. She made him ache so damn bad. He’d been wanting her since the moment he turned at the church and saw her walking down the aisle toward him.
To him, Adelina had looked absolutely stunning. He’d been drawn to her throughout the ceremony, and even at the after-party. Dancing with her had been a dream. She fit against him as if she was always supposed to be there. Absolutely breathtaking.
And now, as the door closed behind them for their wedding night, he had seen the looks from some of the women. He’d even seen Lily-Mae talking to his wife earlier, and he had sensed her withdrawal, and it pissed him the fuck off.
Staring across the room at her, with the door now locked, he released his jacket and cleared his throat.
“If you don’t want to … I understand,” Adelina said.
He looked at her, and then with purpose he closed the distance between them so he was right in front of her, and she had no way of escaping.
“You understand?” he asked.
“I mean, I get it, if you want to, you know, not … do what needs to be done.”
He reached out and stroked a curl back behind her ear. “I don’t know who has gotten into your head, but unless you don’t want my touch, Adelina, I have every intention of consummating this marriage tonight.”
He was not going to allow room for doubt from anyone. Adelina would leave this room his bride, and that was all he had to say about it.
Stroking some of her hair back behind her ear, he stared into her eyes and cupped her cheeks. At the church, he had been so tempted to ravish her mouth, but he’d seen the slight panic in her eyes and held back for her. Now, he didn’t need to hold back. He could do whatever the hell he wanted, and right now, he desperately wanted to kiss her.
He touched his lips to hers, tentative at first, and then he deepened the kiss, sinking his fingers into her bound hair. He removed the few clips that had pulled her hair back. Massimo was already addicted to this woman, and he couldn’t seem to stop himself.
With his other hand, he rounded her back, gliding down, going toward the curve of her ass. He pulled her in close so she would be able to feel exactly what she did to him. There was no holding back for him. He was hard as fucking rock.
“I think it’s time for us to wash away the day,” he said.
He took her hand and led her into the bathroom. If he tore off her clothes and just took her, he feared he might make her terrified of sex. That was not what he wanted. He had a sneaking suspicion that one time with Adelina would never be enough. He was already addicted to the feel of her lips against his.
Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars AWESOME!!!! Wonderful book
Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2026
I am such a sucker for these stories that author writes–this one was so great. Loved how the hero stands up for and takes care of the injustice that heroine faced. The OTT protector vibe was just great?? I LOVED THIS ONE.
Chrissy‘s review
Feb 03, 2026
it was amazing
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Sam has done it again! I absolutely LOVED this Mafia story. She has a way of creating such wonderfully atypical Mafia stories. Massimo is part of the Russo Mafia. He is feared for a reason, he’s a monster. Adelina’s family is part of the Russo Mafia. She has been treated horribly by her family and now her father has arranged a marriage to a monster. He has been married before but is wives and other women are all dead. She realizes what her future will be and has reconciled that she won’t live much longer. Massimo sees Adelina at family functions and always looks forward to talking to her. She breaks the monotony for him and he can’t believe the horrendous dresses she wears. When Adelina tells him to her upcoming nuptials, Massimo knows he can’t let it happen. His solution is to marry her. This begins the dark, dangerous, emotional ride that grabs you and doesn’t let go. This is a fantastic read! I received an advance review copy, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
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February Update
Hi Everyone,
First, I know this is incredibly late, but Happy New Year. I decided not to do a New Year’s post at the beginning of January, as I also had my birthday, and release posts, that I didn’t want to bombard your inbox. So, I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and Happy New Year. Welcome to 2026.
January has been a fast and hectic month, and I’ve had two releases this month. Both of which were completely different genres, but both I loved. First, we delved back into No Wolves Road with Lonely Wolf, and I love this series. Each book can be read as a standalone, but all currently have a small grovel theme, which I do love. Then, Finally Mine, this is a second chance romance. I love second chance, and this touched on a few details that I have been dealing with in my own life.
So, moving into February, I’m super excited for my next release which is on February 3rd, and again this is a standalone mafia romance. Also, for February 17th, we’re back in the Hell’s Bastards MC world, with Big Dick’s story. This might be my favorite story from this series, as I just absolutely loved it. I can’t wait to see what you guys think of it.
Is there a story you would like to see on my coming soon page? Are you loving standalones or series? Are you still loving my regular releases? I look forward to reading your comments.
I better let you all go. Thank you all so much for your love and support these past fifteen years. Yes, this year is fifteen years as a published author, and it is still surreal for me to be celebrating that.
Until next time,
Take care,
Sam
Released in January
No Wolves Road
Book 3
Released Jan 6th
Blurb When Astrid Sinclair was sixteen years old, she had her first encounter with Lord, the lone wolf who lived near No Wolves Road. He stopped her from getting run over, as she was so engrossed in her book. Lord was not a man anyone wanted to mess with. A grumpy, lonely wolf, with no pack.
But, he was also a man she couldn’t stop thinking about. That’s why she answered his ad for a housekeeper and chose to work at his ranch.
Lord hated books. Yet, every day, he went to the library where Astrid worked. He needed a cook and a cleaner, and Astrid answered that ad. The job was hers.
Finally Mine
Released Jan 20th
Blurb
After a life changing incident, Hawk Masters is back in his small town. He has to make changes to his life, the doctors have warned him that he wouldn’t make it if he had another heart attack.
It’s time for him to … relax, to rest, and to figure out what he wanted to do with the rest of his life. He was the owner of a multi-million dollar advertising company. He was the best one out there.
Now, he’s in Hope, the small town he didn’t want to come back to. There was nothing here for him, until he bumped into her, Katie Smith, now Katie Palmer. Now is his chance, and he’s not going to let it slip away.
Your Questions Answered
*Has the sequel to Desire been published yet? What is the title, excited to hear Tiffany’s story with Mason and Richard?
Not as yet, but it is on my list of books to do.
*Hi will the beast and butcher get a book along With Ivan?
Yes. I hope to do the Beast and Butcher’s story, and then Ivan’s book.
* Are you planning to do a story for Kinky and Hailey?
Yes, and I look forward to it
*Can Smokey be turned in to an Audio Book?
I’m not sure at this time.
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Releasing in February
Saved By The Monster
Standalone
Releasing February 3rd
Blurb Massimo Salvatore hates public functions. They’re a waste of time, and he has no interest in making friends within the Russo Mafia. He has his place, and no one is going to take it from him. The only reason he goes, is for one person. Adelina Ferri. She is funny, sweet, sexy, and she wears the worst clothes he has ever seen.
Adelina’s parents are embarrassed by her. They force her to wear clothes that are too large, and not at all flattering. However, soon it would all be over. She has learned that she is engaged to a man who has a history of hurting his wives. All of them are dead, and if she marries him, it will be a guaranteed death sentence.
When Massimo learns the truth, he cannot allow it to happen. Adelina is too kind, too good, to be allowed to be at the mercy of that … dick.
Saved By The Monster
Standalone
Releasing February 3rd
Blurb Massimo Salvatore hates public functions. They’re a waste of time, and he has no interest in making friends within the Russo Mafia. He has his place, and no one is going to take it from him. The only reason he goes, is for one person. Adelina Ferri. She is funny, sweet, sexy, and she wears the worst clothes he has ever seen.
Adelina’s parents are embarrassed by her. They force her to wear clothes that are too large, and not at all flattering. However, soon it would all be over. She has learned that she is engaged to a man who has a history of hurting his wives. All of them are dead, and if she marries him, it will be a guaranteed death sentence.
When Massimo learns the truth, he cannot allow it to happen. Adelina is too kind, too good, to be allowed to be at the mercy of that … dick.
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TWO PRE-ORDERS!!!
My muse has been very busy, and I have not one but two pre-orders.
Anyone else in love with these covers?
Saved by the Monster Releasing February 6th
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Amazon (AU): Amazon (FR): Amazon (NL): Smashwords: Barnes and Noble: Kobo: iBook’s:
ISBN: 9780369513564
ASIN: B0GFB14S9H
Blurb
Massimo Salvatore hates public functions. They’re a waste of time, and he has no interest in making friends within the Russo Mafia. He has his place, and no one is going to take it from him. The only reason he goes, is for one person. Adelina Ferri. She is funny, sweet, sexy, and she wears the worst clothes he has ever seen.
Adelina’s parents are embarrassed by her. They force her to wear clothes that are too large, and not at all flattering. However, soon it would all be over. She has learned that she is engaged to a man who has a history of hurting his wives. All of them are dead, and if she marries him, it will be a guaranteed death sentence.
When Massimo learns the truth, he cannot allow it to happen. Adelina is too kind, too good, to be allowed to be at the mercy of that … dick.
There is only one solution. He will marry her.
Her place is not as a Salvatore, and there are those in the Russo Mafia who will not let her forget it. However, when she is with Massimo, everything else fades. To everyone else, he is a monster, but to her, he is her savior.
He stopped her from dying. He has given her a future, but for how long. There is a traitor amongst the Russo mafia. One that is circling, intent on taking over. Massimo will not allow that to happen.
When his wife is taken, it is a race against the clock. But who is behind the threat, and will he make it in time?
Big Dick
releasing February 17th
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ISBN: 9780369513670
ASIN: B0GH9D92XD
Blurb
Larissa is different. Getting shot was a wakeup call, and there’s no way she could just turn around the clock and go back to life before. Her friend, or boyfriend, hadn’t stuck around. He had run away.
The only person who had been willing to save her was George or Big Dick, or whatever he liked to be called.
Larissa is everywhere. No matter where he turned, Big Dick couldn’t get away from her. After running into her at a bar, he does the most ridiculous thing and makes a bet.
He has one year to get Larissa in his bed.
For some odd reason, Big Dick isn’t being his usual cruel self, and Larissa finally sees the man beneath the leather cut. She never intended to start a secret affair, but she also couldn’t deny sneaking around with him was a lot of fun.
Until the truth comes out, and Larissa learns that everything Big Dick had been saying and doing to her was just to win some kind of stupid bet. Heartbroken and betrayed, Larissa refuses to talk to Big Dick again.
He made a mistake. He didn’t intend to fall in love with Larissa, and seeing her hurt is killing him. He’s the only one responsible.
But, he gets a second chance, and this time, he is not going to do blow it.
The only problem is, he took his eye off the ball and the enemy is now closing in. They are known for breaking the rules, and Big Dick is going to need to make a choice. Protect his club, or save the woman he loves. Where will his loyalties fall?
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