Running on Diesel (The Whiskeys: Dark Knights at Peaceful Harbor Book 9)

I’d probably give this book 4.5 ⭐️ if I could.This is book 9 in an ongoing series that revolves around the Dark Knights MC and the Whiskey family in particular. This series is linked to other series by the same author but this series can be read independently of them without missing anything. There is no cliffhanger, but there is a hook to get you interested in an upcoming new series.Diesel Black is a nomad member of the Dark Knights. He was, until recently, a bounty hunter. Now he works behind the bar for the Whiskeys and has done for 2 years. Diesel is a loner who doesn’t even like people to touch him. He has empty sexual encounters and holds himself back from everyone. However, he is protective and loyal.Tracey is a waitress at the bar where Diesel works and his boss and friend Red asked him to keep an eye of Tracey when she started working there 2 years ago. She had just escaped an abusive relationship and felt she had nowhere else to turn so ended up at the shelter. The Whiskeys have taken her under their wing and she has begun to thrive again. She’s so much stronger mentally and physically from all the martial arts training and having the loving support of her friends.Tracey and Diesel are very attracted to each other but are unaware how the other feels. Then one day Diesel cracks his restraint and all bets are off.I love these books. The rough talking, hard loving Dark Knights are a lot of fun to read about. They are all about the community and family and aren’t afraid to get their hands dirty in the name of protected the things that they love. Diesel may be less gregarious than his fellow MC brothers but he has the strong protective thing down pat.This book starts out as something that looks quite predictable; damaged growly biker falls for cute vivacious girl and they all live happily ever after. It doesn’t stay that way though as there are lots of layers to this book. There are the parts which are about the dangers that women face and how they can protect themselves, there are the parts about family and friendship, the parts about navigating a relationship and trying to do the right thing to make it work and there are parts about working out what will make you happy. There is an awful lot about family in this book, which is no different from the other Whiskey books, in particular the love of mothers who are no longer around. There are some pretty poignant moments as well as the sexy romantic times we expect from these books.I very much enjoyed this book and can’t wait to read about Redemption Ranch, now we’ve been introduced to the people there.

4.5 starsRunning on Diesel is book #8 of The Whiskeys: Dark Knights at Peaceful Harbor contemporary romance series. Each book can be read as a stand-alone, but I feel that they are best read in order.The is the story of Desmond ‘Diesel Black’, a nomadic member of the Dark Knights motorcycle club. The club is made up of keen bikers who help their communities. Diesel has been drawn to waitress Tracey Kline since he first met her, but she was running from an abusive relationship and needed space to rebuild her life.Tracey has worked as a waitress at the Whiskey’s bar for two years. Recently customers have been scared from her tables by an over-attentive Diesel; she’s had enough of the caveman act from Diesel and she intends to tell him to back off, but does she really mean it? Why is he the man filling her dreams?In a story where secrets are revealed and the past comes back to haunt Diesel, these two people form a bond and find lost families. It was great to see Diesel change from someone who needed the freedom of the open road to a man who wanted to put down family roots. I was also pleased to see how Tracey grew in confidence and came back fighting after a traumatic experience. I do enjoy the ethos of the Dark Knights and the Whiskey family is definitely one to fall in love with.

Everyone knows Diesel is a lone wolf, with a growly, grumpy hands-off vibe. He remains aloof and guarded even from his friends and has never put down roots. The one person that disrupts his orderly life is Tracey. There is an insane attraction between them and they drive each other crazy. Having protected her for two years it’s getting more difficult to avoid temptation. He plans to hit the road again until Tracey gets attacked. With emotions running high she must find the courage, honesty and trust to claim her man; but is Diesel ready for all of Tracey? We finally get to see the real Diesel in action. He’s protective, caring, loyal and very loveable, but his background will break your heart. With old friends and revelations you wont see coming, this is an emotional story, of courage, trust, love, friendship and belonging. Not only does it pull on your heartstrings it is also a very heart warming read.

This author writes growly, alpha hotness so well 🔥 and with Desmond ‘Diesel’ Black we have the full delicious package!Diesel is a nomad, his home is the road and his heart belongs to no one. When he sets his eyes on Tracey his fierce protectiveness begins to show itself in a sexy grouchy, growly way 🔥😍 *fans self*I liked Tracey when she gained confidence, she was sassy and brave, both herself and Diesel have past’s that have affected them, and damaged their hearts, but when they come together their connection and chemistry is clear to see.This was a beautiful love story, the brotherhood & family within the MC is such a comfort to read, they are loyal and supportive, and have plenty of love to give, there was also plenty of humour, passion, and angst for Diesel and Tracey on their journey to HEA

Diesel Black and Tracey Kline have been skirting around each other for 2years. Tracey wasn't in a good place as she's been abused in her previous relationship so this meant neither of them made a move. It all comes to a head when situations occur that occur that leave Tracey feeling vulnerable. I could've given her a hug at this point as I felt so much compassion for her. Diesel ends up staying the night at her house to make her feel safe. A lot of twists and turns throw them together. I was so glad as they're so hot together and need each other. A truly beautiful story that I look forward to reading again and again.