Review: Great Second Book
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 05 15, 2014
In book one, Faith’s Temptation, I was torn as to whether or not The Dueling Dragons series provides enough insights into the biker world…if Ryder is truly a badass biker who is simply working outside of the motorcycle club because of a debt he has to pay, and when he returns to his Vice President position with the Dueling Dragons, he’ll revert back to the cocky son of a b that seems to be under the surface. I’m happy to say that book two, Ryder’s Redemption, puts all my doubts to rest. This book has a true MC feel to it; there’s betrayal, bloodshed, and secrets revealed that will change up the dynamics of the club and all who are involved with it.Book Two picks up right where Faith's Temptation leaves off. Ryder’s bailed out of jail by the Russians and now they own him and look to make money off of him – in the ring. Ryder finds himself not only away from Faith and missing her but in deplorable living conditions and the puppet to a sadistic Russian who is hell bent on getting everything he can out of the debt Ryder is required to payback. That kind of life, no matter how short or long of a time, can definitely change a man, and Ryder comes out of that experience altered both physically and emotionally.While Ryder is being held against his will, Faith is struggling to hold on to her memories of not only her time with Ryder but also her father. She’s being pulled in multiple directions, and it’s starting to wear on her. But, interestingly enough, help comes in the form of her ex best-friend, Peggy Sue, and Ryder’s best friend, Ziggy. They have her back, and despite Peggy Sue’s actions in the past, she’s not going to let Faith down this time around because she needs Faith just as much as Faith needs her.One of the main reasons I enjoyed Ryder’s Redemption is the multiple point of views Rose uses to present the storyline. Sometimes too many viewpoints can hurt the plot and the readers’ ability to understand, but to me, getting different insights into a complicated situation from both those working for and against the hero and heroine makes it more exciting and dramatic.With the revelations at the end of the story, it will be interesting to see where both the Dueling Dragons Motorcycle Club and Faith and Ryder’s relationship are headed. Since Ryder and Faith are separated for most of book two, I really hope they get back on track in book three and have the life they deserve after all they’ve had to endure.A complimentary copy was provided by author in exchange for an honest review.4 poison apples (The Fairest of All Book Reviews)