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The Cruz Kings MC #3
Claimed by a King
ZOE
They tell me that Grayson Black is dead.
Never could I have imagined this sort of hell. I want it to end, yet something inside me refuses to give up.
The days in captivity turn into weeks, and the weeks turn into months.
As time passes, it becomes excruciatingly clear that the girl I once was is long gone. Buried in a shallow grave created from the horror and trauma that’s etched into my skin.
Who knows which version of me the Kings will find if I ever see them again? And will they even come for me now that they no longer have a VP who’s obsessed with me?
The time I’ve spent hating Gray seems wasted now. If only I could turn back time and appreciate what I had before the Reapers do me a favor by ending my suffering at the Devil’s Night Brawl.
GRAYSON
My princess is gone, taken by an old enemy.
The club has been crippled, leaving me in charge, yet all I want to do is spend every waking minute burning down this entire fucking planet until I find Zoe.
After months without her, the first sign that she’s still on this fucking earth is too sickening to consider luck.
When I get my hands on whoever has taken her, they’re going to wish they were never born. I’ll make them regret ever touching what’s mine.
Hang in there, Princess. I’m coming for you!
TRIGGER
Please note this is book 3 of 3 in a dark MC contemporary romance series. The book contains a swoon-worthy, alphahole MMC.
For a full list of potential triggers, please visit the authors websites!!
They tell me that Grayson Black is dead.
Never could I have imagined this sort of hell. I want it to end, yet something inside me refuses to give up.
The days in captivity turn into weeks, and the weeks turn into months.
As time passes, it becomes excruciatingly clear that the girl I once was is long gone. Buried in a shallow grave created from the horror and trauma that’s etched into my skin.
Who knows which version of me the Kings will find if I ever see them again? And will they even come for me now that they no longer have a VP who’s obsessed with me?
The time I’ve spent hating Gray seems wasted now. If only I could turn back time and appreciate what I had before the Reapers do me a favor by ending my suffering at the Devil’s Night Brawl.
GRAYSON
My princess is gone, taken by an old enemy.
The club has been crippled, leaving me in charge, yet all I want to do is spend every waking minute burning down this entire fucking planet until I find Zoe.
After months without her, the first sign that she’s still on this fucking earth is too sickening to consider luck.
When I get my hands on whoever has taken her, they’re going to wish they were never born. I’ll make them regret ever touching what’s mine.
Hang in there, Princess. I’m coming for you!
TRIGGER
Please note this is book 3 of 3 in a dark MC contemporary romance series. The book contains a swoon-worthy, alphahole MMC.
For a full list of potential triggers, please visit the authors websites!!
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564 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 15, 2024
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B. Lybaek
30 books427 followersBibi is a dark romance author who is addicted to coffee, Piña coladas, and chocolate... all the beautiful things that make life go around.
She loves talking about herself in third person, it makes her feel special. She lives in the North East of England, in a small town no one has ever heard of. Her household (herself and her boyfriend of 10 years) is ruled by their feline mistress who puts the 'tude in Tortitude.
Bibi recently changed her pen name from Ren Blakely to B. Lybaek. A pure vanity move as she wanted to see her real name on her books #NamesMatters
You can find Bibi all over the internet.. probably procrastinating.
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She loves talking about herself in third person, it makes her feel special. She lives in the North East of England, in a small town no one has ever heard of. Her household (herself and her boyfriend of 10 years) is ruled by their feline mistress who puts the 'tude in Tortitude.
Bibi recently changed her pen name from Ren Blakely to B. Lybaek. A pure vanity move as she wanted to see her real name on her books #NamesMatters
You can find Bibi all over the internet.. probably procrastinating.
https://linktr.ee/b.lybaek
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February 14, 2024
Dämn! I have rarely wanted to see the end of a series like I wanted to see this one. NOT because I didn’t enjoy it; quite the opposite. With all the loss and heartbreak, betrayal and vìolençe, Zoe and Gray’s story had me in such a chokehold that I needed to see their HEA in black and white. Claimed By A King was a very, very emotionally taxing read. But it was all necessary for Zoe and Grayson’s story.
I’m going to refrain from saying anything else to avoid giving any plot points away.
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️1/2
Burn: 🔥🔥
Darkness: 🖤🖤🖤
Heat: 🌶️🌶️
Range of Emotions: 🥺😭🤬🥹😍
Ending: 💗 {HEA}
POV: 👫🏻 {Dual}
🗄️ Genre: Contemporary Romance
🗂️ Subgenre(s): Dark, Suspense
✨ Tropes: Age Gap (8), Found Family, Motorcycle Club
💫 Microtropes: Alphahole, Coming of Age, Touch-Her-and-💀
💋 Kinks: Domination
⚠️ Warning: n/a
🚩 Safety Squad: There are potentially triggering elements. If you have any hesitation, check the warnings before diving in. Otherwise, blind is best!!
📣 Type: Claimed By A King is the conclusion to The Cruz Kings MC series. This series must be read in order.
🛑 Be Advised: My Goodreads shelves are … explicit in both senses. As such, they could be considered spoiler-y.
I’m going to refrain from saying anything else to avoid giving any plot points away.
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️1/2
Burn: 🔥🔥
Darkness: 🖤🖤🖤
Heat: 🌶️🌶️
Range of Emotions: 🥺😭🤬🥹😍
Ending: 💗 {HEA}
POV: 👫🏻 {Dual}
🗄️ Genre: Contemporary Romance
🗂️ Subgenre(s): Dark, Suspense
✨ Tropes: Age Gap (8), Found Family, Motorcycle Club
💫 Microtropes: Alphahole, Coming of Age, Touch-Her-and-💀
💋 Kinks: Domination
⚠️ Warning: n/a
🚩 Safety Squad: There are potentially triggering elements. If you have any hesitation, check the warnings before diving in. Otherwise, blind is best!!
📣 Type: Claimed By A King is the conclusion to The Cruz Kings MC series. This series must be read in order.
🛑 Be Advised: My Goodreads shelves are … explicit in both senses. As such, they could be considered spoiler-y.
February 8, 2024
The final book in the series has finally given Zoe and Gray their happily ever after.
The book picks up where the last one left us hanging. Zoe was put through the wringer, mentally, physically, and emotionally for three long months. Everything she was told, learned, and experienced was set to destroy her in every sense.
Gray is being pulled in several different directions. His president, his woman, and his club are in tatters and he struggles to keep the balance. This story follows Zoe through her struggles of overcoming everything that happened to her and the lies and deceit that was revealed to her. Gray stands by her side showing a side of himself to her that solidifies her feelings. His patience and understanding through everything only brings them together stronger. The way they support each other and bring each other back from the brink is what leads them to finally getting revenge and rebuilding everything that had been lost.
All the favorite side characters come to play in this book. I feel like Cain's eccentric personality was a bit watered down in this book and at times things dragged out more than necessary but overall everything was wrapped up nicely and at times had me on the edge of my seat with the tension.
Definitely check the trigger and content warnings. There's a lot of on page scenarios that could be triggering. The overall spice was on the lower level due to the nature of Zoe's trauma, which her healing is the primary focal point while the pieces of the puzzles come together around Zoe and Gray finding their way back together. After four epilogues, the book finally ends with all the pieces put together stronger than ever. From the club to their relationship.
The book picks up where the last one left us hanging. Zoe was put through the wringer, mentally, physically, and emotionally for three long months. Everything she was told, learned, and experienced was set to destroy her in every sense.
Gray is being pulled in several different directions. His president, his woman, and his club are in tatters and he struggles to keep the balance. This story follows Zoe through her struggles of overcoming everything that happened to her and the lies and deceit that was revealed to her. Gray stands by her side showing a side of himself to her that solidifies her feelings. His patience and understanding through everything only brings them together stronger. The way they support each other and bring each other back from the brink is what leads them to finally getting revenge and rebuilding everything that had been lost.
All the favorite side characters come to play in this book. I feel like Cain's eccentric personality was a bit watered down in this book and at times things dragged out more than necessary but overall everything was wrapped up nicely and at times had me on the edge of my seat with the tension.
Definitely check the trigger and content warnings. There's a lot of on page scenarios that could be triggering. The overall spice was on the lower level due to the nature of Zoe's trauma, which her healing is the primary focal point while the pieces of the puzzles come together around Zoe and Gray finding their way back together. After four epilogues, the book finally ends with all the pieces put together stronger than ever. From the club to their relationship.
February 14, 2024
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
There’s no doubt Zoe Miller was put on this earth for me. I may have had a hand in corrupting her soul, but she owns that corruption like it’s always been rushing through her veins.
This book (and the whole series) was SOOOO good! It definitely earned its spot as one of my top MC reads.
I thought I was prepared for the final book in The Cruz Kings MC series – for Zoe and Grayson to get their HEA - their hard-fought HEA - but I was not ready for it to end.
The first quarter of this book ripped my heart out in the best of ways. We were thrown right back into the action from the cliffhanger of book 2, and it didn’t let up the whole book.
I have loved seeing the growth in both characters over the course of the series. Zoe transformed from a naïve princess to a truly formative woman, one who could hold her own (and even top) Grayson’s overbearing nature.
Grayson was the biggest surprise – I didn’t know how much I would come to love him. Book one painted him to be a monster, but he turned out to be the monster Zoe needed. His scorched-earth, touch her and die, OTT J/P persona was perfect.
This book is a slower burn than the earlier books, but the spice eventually ramps up. Heavy on the hurt/comfort vibes as Grayson puts Zoe back together.
It was a very satisfying HEA, and I am sad to say goodbye to these lovers. Highly recommended to MC lovers.
Claimed by a King is significantly darker than the earlier books in the series. There are some very dark, potentially triggering, on-page scenes in this book. Please check TWs on the authors’ websites.
⚠️ Dark Elements/Themes Warning – check TWs ⚠️
Genre: Dark MC Romance
Tropes/Features: Very dark elements, age gap, enemies to lovers, chosen family, hurt/comfort, MC VP MMC, “princess” FMC, OTT J/P, touch him/her and die, good girl gone bad, bloody revenge, scorched earth, morally grey
Narrator: Dual 1st Person POV
Relationship Type: MF, fast burn, spicy
Book Type/Ending: The Cruz Kings MC Book 3, HEA
TW/CW: Available on authors’ websites
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
There’s no doubt Zoe Miller was put on this earth for me. I may have had a hand in corrupting her soul, but she owns that corruption like it’s always been rushing through her veins.
This book (and the whole series) was SOOOO good! It definitely earned its spot as one of my top MC reads.
I thought I was prepared for the final book in The Cruz Kings MC series – for Zoe and Grayson to get their HEA - their hard-fought HEA - but I was not ready for it to end.
The first quarter of this book ripped my heart out in the best of ways. We were thrown right back into the action from the cliffhanger of book 2, and it didn’t let up the whole book.
I have loved seeing the growth in both characters over the course of the series. Zoe transformed from a naïve princess to a truly formative woman, one who could hold her own (and even top) Grayson’s overbearing nature.
Grayson was the biggest surprise – I didn’t know how much I would come to love him. Book one painted him to be a monster, but he turned out to be the monster Zoe needed. His scorched-earth, touch her and die, OTT J/P persona was perfect.
This book is a slower burn than the earlier books, but the spice eventually ramps up. Heavy on the hurt/comfort vibes as Grayson puts Zoe back together.
It was a very satisfying HEA, and I am sad to say goodbye to these lovers. Highly recommended to MC lovers.
Claimed by a King is significantly darker than the earlier books in the series. There are some very dark, potentially triggering, on-page scenes in this book. Please check TWs on the authors’ websites.
⚠️ Dark Elements/Themes Warning – check TWs ⚠️
Genre: Dark MC Romance
Tropes/Features: Very dark elements, age gap, enemies to lovers, chosen family, hurt/comfort, MC VP MMC, “princess” FMC, OTT J/P, touch him/her and die, good girl gone bad, bloody revenge, scorched earth, morally grey
Narrator: Dual 1st Person POV
Relationship Type: MF, fast burn, spicy
Book Type/Ending: The Cruz Kings MC Book 3, HEA
TW/CW: Available on authors’ websites
February 17, 2024
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The finale to Zoe and Gray's story is everything you want in a dark MC read and more. Twisty suspense and action. Emotional and incredible character growth. The pages flew for me and I loved every minute. Fantastic trilogy.
The finale to Zoe and Gray's story is everything you want in a dark MC read and more. Twisty suspense and action. Emotional and incredible character growth. The pages flew for me and I loved every minute. Fantastic trilogy.
February 7, 2024
Where do I even start with this book?! For the love of my dark & twisted heart this book about wrecked me! This was such a good end to this trilogy, but I'm sad it's over! These characters have a special place in my heart. I'm sure they will live rent free in my mind for quite sometime. This series was written so well by two of my favorite dark authors! They are both so amazing on their own, but together they slayed my heart!
I highly recommend this series!! However, if you have triggers I would highly suggest checking them before reading. These two know how to write some traumatic, raw situations that will have you questioning your limits. This will be a top favorite read of this year.
I highly recommend this series!! However, if you have triggers I would highly suggest checking them before reading. These two know how to write some traumatic, raw situations that will have you questioning your limits. This will be a top favorite read of this year.
February 6, 2024
The final book for Zoe and Grayson! This has been the biggest emotional ride I’ve ever read. These authors do not shy away from the dark and raw parts of characters journeys that are usually missed. Zoe literally goes to hell and back ten times over and the way her recovery is described is absolutely phenomenal. The character growth between these characters over the three books is by far the biggest I have ever seen! This is definitely my favourite MC series of all time!
February 5, 2024
Wow! This series finale packed in everything and more! It was DARK!... Emotional, healing, action-packed, intense, an epic page-turner... like forget all other responsibilities in your life so you can read this book as fast as possible, while also never wanting it to end. One of the best series finales I've ever read! Zoe and Gray will live in my heart for a long time. I loved their story so much! I can't wait to find out who's next!
February 5, 2024
This was the best ending for this series. Grey, Zoe, and the entire club needed this. I needed this. Gunner was such a snake in the grass. Like the absolute worst of the worse. You don’t even seen half the crap coming at you until it hits. Zoe definitely got her pound of flesh, and more. I love how much of a flow Zoe and Greyson are able to create. It’s like it was always meant to be this way. Great job with this series!! Loved it!
February 7, 2024
I was not ready for this finale! Zoe and Grayson take it by storm but be warned…you will be surprised at the outcome. The trauma and emotions run deep throughout the entire story. Grayson shows such compassion for Zoe as well as Rocco. Not sympathy but compassion. The strength that Zoe shows is astounding and I loved every minute of it. The extended epilogues were the perfect way to really wrap up their whole saga!
September 29, 2024
Let’s just say thank GOD they got there in the end and Gunner got what was coming to him
February 26, 2024
“There’s no doubt Zoe Miller was put on this earth for me. I may have had a hand in corrupting her soul, but she owns that corruption like it’s always been rushing through her veins.”
OMG!! WOW!! That was one hell an adrenaline packed, insanely emotional and utterly intense conclusion to this phenomenal story! I have never gripped my kindle as tightly as I did, or had my jaw dropping as much as it was while reading a book as I did with this one. The tears kept flowing, my heart kept breaking and I couldn’t stop uttering WTF! This story had me in a chokehold and I was afraid that there wasn’t going to be any kind of happy ending for Zoe and Gray.
Zoe is truly is a MF warrior queen! What she goes through is heart shattering, gut-wrenching and tragic. The fact that she even survived it all showed how much strength she had, it would just take those around her to help her find herself again.
Gray was completely and utterly destroyed over what has tragically occurred in his life. The emotional turmoil and heartbreak he goes through just oozed off the pages and could be felt deeply while reading what he was going through.
But Zoe and Gray show us how incredible they are together and that even through the darkest of tragedies they will come back from it more stronger and more fiercer than ever.
This story put my heart through the wringer and had my emotions all over the place. It was filled with heartbreak, suspense, violence, wickedness, sadness, and twists and turns, plus a deep and evil darkness I wasn’t expecting. I was wrecked, gutted and wrung out dry but by the end I never wanted to let these characters go!
Loved it!!
OMG!! WOW!! That was one hell an adrenaline packed, insanely emotional and utterly intense conclusion to this phenomenal story! I have never gripped my kindle as tightly as I did, or had my jaw dropping as much as it was while reading a book as I did with this one. The tears kept flowing, my heart kept breaking and I couldn’t stop uttering WTF! This story had me in a chokehold and I was afraid that there wasn’t going to be any kind of happy ending for Zoe and Gray.
Zoe is truly is a MF warrior queen! What she goes through is heart shattering, gut-wrenching and tragic. The fact that she even survived it all showed how much strength she had, it would just take those around her to help her find herself again.
Gray was completely and utterly destroyed over what has tragically occurred in his life. The emotional turmoil and heartbreak he goes through just oozed off the pages and could be felt deeply while reading what he was going through.
But Zoe and Gray show us how incredible they are together and that even through the darkest of tragedies they will come back from it more stronger and more fiercer than ever.
This story put my heart through the wringer and had my emotions all over the place. It was filled with heartbreak, suspense, violence, wickedness, sadness, and twists and turns, plus a deep and evil darkness I wasn’t expecting. I was wrecked, gutted and wrung out dry but by the end I never wanted to let these characters go!
Loved it!!
February 16, 2024
What a ride this series was!!! Finally, we get the epic ending these characters deserve!!
*Remember to check those TWs and read responsibly.*
Ok, can I just say this series took me on one crazy wild ride. I mean from the start these authors seamlessly woven a story together where you couldn't tell two people were writing this series. It is so action-packed and full of emotional moments that mix in some extremely spicy moments to level out the chaos a bit.
Gray and Zoe will forever be a couple I will remember. They might have started out more enemies than lovers but as their story unfolds you see the love they both crave and finally find in one another. These two have a bond you didn't imagine would happen when you met them in book one, but now they are a force to behold as the new king and queen of the Cruz Kings MC. As Zoe was tested time after time in this series this book proved her strength and resilience after the horrific events she was forced into. The way these authors handled the seriousness of what Zoe's character goes through and how Gray is patient with her as she heals was perfect. The pacing of this story was pure perfection it kept you on your toes, broke your heart, and gave you the perfect ending.
All I can say is if you love a thrilling story with characters that make you question your morals at times then you definitely want this one. This is a top 2024 read for me and especially one of my favorite MC series. Highly recommend this series to anyone who loves a good MC story with flawed characters who find a HEA!!
Overall: 5/☆☆☆☆☆
Spice: 🌶🌶🌶+
*Remember to check those TWs and read responsibly.*
Ok, can I just say this series took me on one crazy wild ride. I mean from the start these authors seamlessly woven a story together where you couldn't tell two people were writing this series. It is so action-packed and full of emotional moments that mix in some extremely spicy moments to level out the chaos a bit.
Gray and Zoe will forever be a couple I will remember. They might have started out more enemies than lovers but as their story unfolds you see the love they both crave and finally find in one another. These two have a bond you didn't imagine would happen when you met them in book one, but now they are a force to behold as the new king and queen of the Cruz Kings MC. As Zoe was tested time after time in this series this book proved her strength and resilience after the horrific events she was forced into. The way these authors handled the seriousness of what Zoe's character goes through and how Gray is patient with her as she heals was perfect. The pacing of this story was pure perfection it kept you on your toes, broke your heart, and gave you the perfect ending.
All I can say is if you love a thrilling story with characters that make you question your morals at times then you definitely want this one. This is a top 2024 read for me and especially one of my favorite MC series. Highly recommend this series to anyone who loves a good MC story with flawed characters who find a HEA!!
Overall: 5/☆☆☆☆☆
Spice: 🌶🌶🌶+
February 6, 2024
This whole series has been one emotional roller coaster ride but this final book took the cake!!! It’s was like I was on the scariest ride of my life but didn’t want to get off.
Claimed by a King is book 3 in the Cruz Kings MC series and also the final book to Grayson and Zoe’s story. B. Lybaek and Sarah J.D. really made these two go through it. This book might actually be my favorite of this whole series.
Zoe really became a flower. She started as this timid girl but grew throughout this series and if there was any book that was going to break her then…this might have been that book. What she goes through……yea you have to read it!
I’m so sad to see this end but it ended on a high note. Grayson and Zoe had to work their butts off and they deserve this ending.
If MC romance series are your thing then this is the next one for you and if you haven’t read a MC yet then this is your sign to start it today!
Claimed by a King is book 3 in the Cruz Kings MC series and also the final book to Grayson and Zoe’s story. B. Lybaek and Sarah J.D. really made these two go through it. This book might actually be my favorite of this whole series.
Zoe really became a flower. She started as this timid girl but grew throughout this series and if there was any book that was going to break her then…this might have been that book. What she goes through……yea you have to read it!
I’m so sad to see this end but it ended on a high note. Grayson and Zoe had to work their butts off and they deserve this ending.
If MC romance series are your thing then this is the next one for you and if you haven’t read a MC yet then this is your sign to start it today!
February 13, 2024
“Claimed by a king” is the final book in the “the cruz kings MC” series.
I have throughly enjoyed this series by Sarah JD & B. Lybaek. This series has been not just thrilling but it’s also been one heck of an emotional ride. I am going to miss these characters dearly I can only hope we’ll come across them again one day in future books.
After I finished “wanted by a king” I just couldn’t wait to get my hands on the final instalment of this trilogy, when it finally landed on my kindle I couldn’t contain my excitement. Zoe and Grays journey has been anything but easy they’ve had to fight and claw their way to get to the end. Zoe and gray were epic they were the ultimate team and I loved how their journey shaped Zoe into a fierce strong independent woman.
Sarah JD & B. Lybaek have done an outstanding job with this series and I hope they will come together again in the future and do another co-write.
Claimed by a king is a trilogy and the books must be read in order. This is a dark MC romance. If you love MC romances just as much as I do then I highly urge you to grab this amazing series.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
FIVE STARS 🌟 🌟🌟🌟🌟
I have throughly enjoyed this series by Sarah JD & B. Lybaek. This series has been not just thrilling but it’s also been one heck of an emotional ride. I am going to miss these characters dearly I can only hope we’ll come across them again one day in future books.
After I finished “wanted by a king” I just couldn’t wait to get my hands on the final instalment of this trilogy, when it finally landed on my kindle I couldn’t contain my excitement. Zoe and Grays journey has been anything but easy they’ve had to fight and claw their way to get to the end. Zoe and gray were epic they were the ultimate team and I loved how their journey shaped Zoe into a fierce strong independent woman.
Sarah JD & B. Lybaek have done an outstanding job with this series and I hope they will come together again in the future and do another co-write.
Claimed by a king is a trilogy and the books must be read in order. This is a dark MC romance. If you love MC romances just as much as I do then I highly urge you to grab this amazing series.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
FIVE STARS 🌟 🌟🌟🌟🌟
February 15, 2024
This series is a must read if you love Dark and twisted MC romances definitely dive into this one. I could not get enough and am sad that it is over. This book was an action-packed exhilarating conclusion that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Zoe has been taken by the Reapers and while King is doing everything to get her back, she is going through emotional, mental and physical trauma. This book is dark and twisted but OMG it is so good. Zoe has so much growth and truly comes into her own in the book, the strength and determination to hold her own was outstanding. While King learned to be a leader and to truly love someone. He is patient and understanding with Zoe your heart just melts. This book was everything and so much more fast paced once you pick it up you will be dragged into their world, and you won't want to leave. I was given this book as an ARC for my honest review.
February 21, 2024
I do not enjoy reading trilogies about one couple because I think it’s too long, however, this series debunked that. I loved every minute of all three books as they were fast paced and action-packed. Grayson is the ultimate bad ass jerk of an MMC, but I loved him. To see him grow emotionally, and really have it highlighted in this final book was incredible. Zoe is the perfect counterpart to Grayson, and even though she was only 18 when the book started, she was very strong. Her growth came in her maturity, and the trauma that she went through. This final book tugged at my heartstrings, and in some parts was difficult to read. I loved the epilogues and wish that Rocco and Cara had been included in them. I hope they write a book about Cain because I loved his craziness and he deserves his own book.
October 11, 2024
🚩Trigger warnings for this book 🚩
Review: Claimed by a King (The Cruz Kings MC #3)
Rating: 5/5 stars
I devoured this final installment of The Cruz Kings MC series, and it exceeded my expectations! Zoe and Gray’s journey is emotional, intense, and incredibly satisfying.
Picking up where the previous book left off, Zoe faces unimaginable struggles, and Gray’s unwavering support solidifies their bond. Together, they overcome lies, deceit, and trauma, rebuilding their relationship and the club.
I loved seeing favorite side characters return, though Cain’s eccentricity felt toned down at times. Some scenes dragged, but the tension kept me on the edge of my seat.
Please note: Graphic content and potentially triggering scenarios are present.
This last book beautifully ties everything together, leaving the club and Zoe and Gray’s relationship stronger than ever. I’m so invested in these characters, and this conclusion felt perfect.
If you’re a fan of MC romances, you won’t want to miss this series. Just be prepared for an emotional ride.
Review: Claimed by a King (The Cruz Kings MC #3)
Rating: 5/5 stars
I devoured this final installment of The Cruz Kings MC series, and it exceeded my expectations! Zoe and Gray’s journey is emotional, intense, and incredibly satisfying.
Picking up where the previous book left off, Zoe faces unimaginable struggles, and Gray’s unwavering support solidifies their bond. Together, they overcome lies, deceit, and trauma, rebuilding their relationship and the club.
I loved seeing favorite side characters return, though Cain’s eccentricity felt toned down at times. Some scenes dragged, but the tension kept me on the edge of my seat.
Please note: Graphic content and potentially triggering scenarios are present.
This last book beautifully ties everything together, leaving the club and Zoe and Gray’s relationship stronger than ever. I’m so invested in these characters, and this conclusion felt perfect.
If you’re a fan of MC romances, you won’t want to miss this series. Just be prepared for an emotional ride.
February 28, 2025
Seriously WOW!!!!
I waited to write this after reading the whole series, and I can honestly say WTF did I just read. Lord this was one of the most intensely devastating series I have had the pleasure to read. Gray and Zoe wow the heart wrenching storyline gutted me at times I had to stop and walk away my heart hurt so much for them. But not once did their love ever waiver, all the characters in this series are phenomenal and feel so very real. Love, loss, brutal betrayal,fierce and unyielding desire to be together not matter the cost, and it cost a whole lot in this series. I was hoping some of the others mentioned in this book will get their own series, Baz, Cain, Dante they so need their own stories told. But don't hesitate to start this series, but be warned it's not foe the faint of heart, but so worth the journey.
I waited to write this after reading the whole series, and I can honestly say WTF did I just read. Lord this was one of the most intensely devastating series I have had the pleasure to read. Gray and Zoe wow the heart wrenching storyline gutted me at times I had to stop and walk away my heart hurt so much for them. But not once did their love ever waiver, all the characters in this series are phenomenal and feel so very real. Love, loss, brutal betrayal,fierce and unyielding desire to be together not matter the cost, and it cost a whole lot in this series. I was hoping some of the others mentioned in this book will get their own series, Baz, Cain, Dante they so need their own stories told. But don't hesitate to start this series, but be warned it's not foe the faint of heart, but so worth the journey.
February 12, 2024
I absolutely love Grayson and Zoe.
The book picks up from where we last saw Zoe.
Zoe has been taken and is lost for 3 months. She has been manipulated and told everyone she loves is dead. She’s gone through hell and physically, mentally struggling.
Grayson struggles with getting Zoe back and getting the club & brothers back together and start a fresh.
When he finally gets Zoe back she’s not the same. He is very patient and understanding with what she has gone through. They start getting stronger.
We see Zoe getting stronger and more determined to keep the beasts at bay. I’m shocked by the twists and the epilogues at the end finish the series beautifully with their relationship stronger than ever and the club reuniting ❤️ I’m sad to see it end.
The book picks up from where we last saw Zoe.
Zoe has been taken and is lost for 3 months. She has been manipulated and told everyone she loves is dead. She’s gone through hell and physically, mentally struggling.
Grayson struggles with getting Zoe back and getting the club & brothers back together and start a fresh.
When he finally gets Zoe back she’s not the same. He is very patient and understanding with what she has gone through. They start getting stronger.
We see Zoe getting stronger and more determined to keep the beasts at bay. I’m shocked by the twists and the epilogues at the end finish the series beautifully with their relationship stronger than ever and the club reuniting ❤️ I’m sad to see it end.
February 13, 2024
The Cruz Kings MC series has been dark in general from the first book but for me some of the content in this final book were way darker and might upset some people. Read the trigger warning before you read this book.
The way that book 2 ended with Zoe (FMC) in the hands of a rival MC of the Cruz Kings MC. Where she goes through a great deal of abuse and trauma from the VP and the bikers there. In that though Zoe finds the strength of character to cope with the fallout of everything. It also brought her and Grayson closer as a unit to face those that threatened the MC. One hell of a roller coaster ride with all the emotions, action and plot twists.
I loved this trilogy of books as well as Zoe and Grayson. A brilliant end to this series.
The way that book 2 ended with Zoe (FMC) in the hands of a rival MC of the Cruz Kings MC. Where she goes through a great deal of abuse and trauma from the VP and the bikers there. In that though Zoe finds the strength of character to cope with the fallout of everything. It also brought her and Grayson closer as a unit to face those that threatened the MC. One hell of a roller coaster ride with all the emotions, action and plot twists.
I loved this trilogy of books as well as Zoe and Grayson. A brilliant end to this series.
February 14, 2024
Wow, just Wow! The final chapter in Gray and Zoe's story has all the feels, all the angst and all the emotions that it is so hard to describe! There were so many secrets and betrayals, there was torture and pain and so much hurt. The things that they and the Cruz Kings had to go through to get a bit of peace in the neighbourhood was unbelievable. I loved the depth of emotions that Zoe and Gray portray both for each other and for their found family within the MC. Thank goodness that justice was served where it was warranted. I'm so happy with everyone's HEA in this book. This book is everything that it should be thanks to the two amazing authors that came together to write this series! 5 stars isn't enough to show how good this book and this series is!
February 21, 2024
“I’m only strong because of the support you give me in the moments when I’m not.”
This series was amazing and this being the final book this series couldn't have ended on a more fitting ending than how it did. These ladies totally rocked this last book, so many twists and turns and deceits of evil traitors, and they got what they richly deserved and then some. Grayson is just the cats meow with how much he loves Zoe, and how far he's willing to go for her.
"Where you go, I go" "Where I go, you go". Ga I just love them.
I would highly recommend reading this series if you haven't yet, but beware of the triggers before reading is all I can say.
This series was amazing and this being the final book this series couldn't have ended on a more fitting ending than how it did. These ladies totally rocked this last book, so many twists and turns and deceits of evil traitors, and they got what they richly deserved and then some. Grayson is just the cats meow with how much he loves Zoe, and how far he's willing to go for her.
"Where you go, I go" "Where I go, you go". Ga I just love them.
I would highly recommend reading this series if you haven't yet, but beware of the triggers before reading is all I can say.
February 26, 2024
My rating: ☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️(5/5)
🚨Please be advised that this is a series that does ends in cliffhangers between books. Please check the TWs and read at your discretion🚨
This book delivered this ending!!!! I have never been kept at the edge of my seat, flipping my Kindle pages like there was no tomorrow like this had me! Once I have the time I will have to slow down and reread all 3 books back to back to savor (and torture myself with the twist and turns this series had) the story once again since I'm sure there were details I have since forgotten about. This world sucked me in and had me in a roller coaster ride that I didn't expect
🚨Please be advised that this is a series that does ends in cliffhangers between books. Please check the TWs and read at your discretion🚨
This book delivered this ending!!!! I have never been kept at the edge of my seat, flipping my Kindle pages like there was no tomorrow like this had me! Once I have the time I will have to slow down and reread all 3 books back to back to savor (and torture myself with the twist and turns this series had) the story once again since I'm sure there were details I have since forgotten about. This world sucked me in and had me in a roller coaster ride that I didn't expect
February 10, 2024
When Sarah J.D. and B Lybaek write together, you won't ever be disappointed. These ladies did not let us down with book 3.
Wow! What a roller-coaster! Filled with action and suspense, so many different emotions, spice and more!!
Zoe and Grayson go through so much in this book. There were edge of your seat moments, painful times, but also healing and hope. Their chemistry and seeing them fight for each other made me so happy.
Excellent series and ending!!
I will forever love Grayson and Zoe.
They totally deserved a HEA!!!
Wow! What a roller-coaster! Filled with action and suspense, so many different emotions, spice and more!!
Zoe and Grayson go through so much in this book. There were edge of your seat moments, painful times, but also healing and hope. Their chemistry and seeing them fight for each other made me so happy.
Excellent series and ending!!
I will forever love Grayson and Zoe.
They totally deserved a HEA!!!
February 10, 2024
The final book in the trilogy that picks up where book 2 left off. If you're reading this book, you should already know it's dark from the previous books and to heed the content warnings for this one too.
Zoe and Gray finally get their hard-earned HEA after being put through everything. The character development of Gray from alphahole in book 1 til now is huge and we see him stick by and support Zoe through her struggles and all the chaos around them.
If you like MF and dark emotional action-packed MC romances, pick this one up!
Zoe and Gray finally get their hard-earned HEA after being put through everything. The character development of Gray from alphahole in book 1 til now is huge and we see him stick by and support Zoe through her struggles and all the chaos around them.
If you like MF and dark emotional action-packed MC romances, pick this one up!
February 27, 2024
This book sent you on an emotional roller coaster ride from beginning to end. There is so much emotion packed into this book. You can't help but feel the intensity. The author did an amazing job with that. They made you feel a part of the book. Last book in the series. So finally, loose ends are all tied up there was the perfect amount of spice, macho/bravado lol everything you come to expect in a motorcycle club novel is here. I do highly recommend if you have triggers to check the warnings. I'm sad to see the end but I'm happy to get the answers. Excellent job.
March 8, 2024
Review for the series
Okay so not a full 5 stars, more like 4.5 rounded up. Mostly because the fmc annoyed me at times and the mmc annoyed me in the first book.
It was a good read, if not a little predictable. You can confidentially guess the bad and at least part of the plot. However, it doesn't take away from need to finish the series.
That said, I don't feel it's reread worthy, simply because the things that happened give *me* ptsd.
I expected more closure at the end but unfortunately even the epilogues were lacking.
Okay so not a full 5 stars, more like 4.5 rounded up. Mostly because the fmc annoyed me at times and the mmc annoyed me in the first book.
It was a good read, if not a little predictable. You can confidentially guess the bad and at least part of the plot. However, it doesn't take away from need to finish the series.
That said, I don't feel it's reread worthy, simply because the things that happened give *me* ptsd.
I expected more closure at the end but unfortunately even the epilogues were lacking.
February 9, 2024
Wow, wow, wow!... Talk about an emotional Rollercoaster, that you are in now way ready for. All you can do is clear your schedule, strap in and hold on for dear life. Because this book just might leave with your soul, refusing to give it back. Continue this journey at your own risk, because you won't be ending it the same as you were when you started.
But, boy oh boy, I am so ready to donit again. Given Gray makes it so very worth it!
But, boy oh boy, I am so ready to donit again. Given Gray makes it so very worth it!
October 23, 2024
Best of the trilogy
The first book I was so close to giving up reading. It was too much hard work.
The second book improved my reading experience when i realised that the characters were evolving and the introduction of Cain was very welcome.
This book continued on the brisk pace from the second book and wrapped everything up nicely.
I must emphasise that Cain & the Diamonds crew need their own story.
The first book I was so close to giving up reading. It was too much hard work.
The second book improved my reading experience when i realised that the characters were evolving and the introduction of Cain was very welcome.
This book continued on the brisk pace from the second book and wrapped everything up nicely.
I must emphasise that Cain & the Diamonds crew need their own story.
February 11, 2024
This book will take you on one heck of a ride. The pain Zoe endures is heartbreaking. This book will tear you apart and then put you back together. The path is littered with secrets and I loved how they slowly revealed themselves. This was a great finale to the series. I loved Gray even harder in this book. I love how everything came together in the end. This was a good read.
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