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Dragon Runners #6
Dodge
The Dragon Runners MC are back with "Dodge," the gripping sixth book about two souls from different worlds who are about to collide in a blaze of passion and determination.
The world is stacked against Fauna Somers. Constantly at odds with her family, she struggles to make a career as a Black woman to become a top chef in a male-dominated field. A chance one-night stand leads her to buy an old diner to forge a new path.
Dodge is torn between his father’s expectations and an ex-wife who regularly drifts in and out of his life. His passion is custom artwork for motorcycles and cars; his regret is losing the woman he met at a hotel bar for a single night.
Against the backdrop of roaring engines and the vibrant Dragon Runners MC world, can these two kindred spirits reignite their flame and find the happiness they've both been yearning for? Get ready for a heart-revving ride of romance, redemption, and the ultimate pursuit of love in "Dodge."
The world is stacked against Fauna Somers. Constantly at odds with her family, she struggles to make a career as a Black woman to become a top chef in a male-dominated field. A chance one-night stand leads her to buy an old diner to forge a new path.
Dodge is torn between his father’s expectations and an ex-wife who regularly drifts in and out of his life. His passion is custom artwork for motorcycles and cars; his regret is losing the woman he met at a hotel bar for a single night.
Against the backdrop of roaring engines and the vibrant Dragon Runners MC world, can these two kindred spirits reignite their flame and find the happiness they've both been yearning for? Get ready for a heart-revving ride of romance, redemption, and the ultimate pursuit of love in "Dodge."
- GenresRomance
248 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 26, 2023
154 people are currently reading
71 people want to read
About the author
M.L. Nystrom
25 books414 followersML Nystrom had stories in her head since she was a child. All sorts of stories of fantasy, romance, mystery and anything else that captured her interest. A voracious reader, she’s spent many hours devouring books; therefore, she found it only fitting she should write a few herself!
ML has spent most of her life as a performing musician and band instrument repair technician, but that doesn’t mean she’s pigeon-holed into one mold. She’s been a university professor, belly dancer, craftsperson, soap maker, singer, rock band artist, jewelry maker, lifeguard, swim coach, and whatever else she felt like exploring. As one of her students said to her once, "Life’s too short to ignore the opportunities." She has no intention of ever stopping... so welcome to her story world. She hopes you enjoy it!
ML has spent most of her life as a performing musician and band instrument repair technician, but that doesn’t mean she’s pigeon-holed into one mold. She’s been a university professor, belly dancer, craftsperson, soap maker, singer, rock band artist, jewelry maker, lifeguard, swim coach, and whatever else she felt like exploring. As one of her students said to her once, "Life’s too short to ignore the opportunities." She has no intention of ever stopping... so welcome to her story world. She hopes you enjoy it!
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February 17, 2024
It was amazing get back into this world. I loved this one. I can't wait to see what comes next. I love the story and need more.
December 27, 2023
Loved this book
Great characters, very engaging story line. OW and family drama, A great female lead, not a doormat. But a powerful woman with grit and determination. R@pe scene alert. But a hea at the end.
Great characters, very engaging story line. OW and family drama, A great female lead, not a doormat. But a powerful woman with grit and determination. R@pe scene alert. But a hea at the end.
January 13, 2025
After losing her job and having her ex-boyfriend kick her out of the apartment they share, Fauna Sommers wakes up in a hotel room with a complete stranger. Not her best moment as she can’t even remember how she got there.
Dodge was not looking for a one-night stand when he picked up the drunk girl at the bar, but she wasn’t in any condition to be left by herself and he felt the need to step up. But he chose not to exchange numbers and when she ends up in his hometown, it seems like a sign. Shame that between work, his father’s demands and his ex-wife showing up, he doesn’t know if he’s coming or going most of the time and the pretty chef will have to be kept at arm’s length.
I really wanted to love this book, but I had a massive problem with the H. In my book, he needed to find his spine for lack of a better word and put it to good use. It doesn’t matter how much you love someone or how guilty you feel, there are boundaries a person has to set for their own health and I truly can’t believe in my heart any man would put up with so much BS.
That said, I love Fauna. The woman is a powerhouse and she went after what she wanted and grabbed it with both hands, even in Dodge’s case. She goes through a lot and, when the time came, she stood up for herself without fear. IMO, she had the backbone for both main characters.
3 stars
Dodge was not looking for a one-night stand when he picked up the drunk girl at the bar, but she wasn’t in any condition to be left by herself and he felt the need to step up. But he chose not to exchange numbers and when she ends up in his hometown, it seems like a sign. Shame that between work, his father’s demands and his ex-wife showing up, he doesn’t know if he’s coming or going most of the time and the pretty chef will have to be kept at arm’s length.
I really wanted to love this book, but I had a massive problem with the H. In my book, he needed to find his spine for lack of a better word and put it to good use. It doesn’t matter how much you love someone or how guilty you feel, there are boundaries a person has to set for their own health and I truly can’t believe in my heart any man would put up with so much BS.
That said, I love Fauna. The woman is a powerhouse and she went after what she wanted and grabbed it with both hands, even in Dodge’s case. She goes through a lot and, when the time came, she stood up for herself without fear. IMO, she had the backbone for both main characters.
3 stars
January 12, 2024
4.5 Stars
Fauna Somers wakes up naked in a luxury hotel room with a strange man with no memory of how she got there. The also naked man recounts events of the previous evening, which are still a mystery to her, but the gist is she had a loud and very public break-up with her live-in boyfriend. Dodge Plott* sees her at the bar and notices that she's incoherent after two shots, she tells the bar patrons she looking company and Dodge saves her from two men obviously up to no good.
Her boyfriend was her boss, so she's lost her job and a place to live. She temporarily moves in with friends who encourage her to open her own restaurant and they know just the location. Via the spirit of being neighborly, she's visited by three women who are affiliated with the Dragon Runners MC. They offer to help in any way they can without strings and they more than prove their friendship comes without expectations of repayment.
It's a small World because Fauna reconnects with Dodge remembers he's a member of the Dragon Runners. Courtesy of orders from her newfound friends, Dodge and his brothers are tasked to help her transport and assemble furniture, and anything else she needs done around the place. Fauna and Dodge become closer and they both want more, but Dodge harbors a secret.
The more she gets the know the people that comprise the Dragons, the more she realizes that family is more than just DNA, it's also about people who care without judgment, their support means everything to her, unlike her own who are overly critical and non-supportive of what her passion is in life—food.
The restaurant opens to stellar reviews and she receives a call from a family member. When this person is told a few home truths about themselves, they pop-up for an unexpected visit and what they reveal to her is indeed shocking, I literally had to pick my jaw up off the ground.
Nothing is perfect because even in sleepy little towns, there can be danger lurking and Bryson City is no exception. Highly Recommended: Read It!
*The heroes first name is not revealed in this story.
Fauna Somers wakes up naked in a luxury hotel room with a strange man with no memory of how she got there. The also naked man recounts events of the previous evening, which are still a mystery to her, but the gist is she had a loud and very public break-up with her live-in boyfriend. Dodge Plott* sees her at the bar and notices that she's incoherent after two shots, she tells the bar patrons she looking company and Dodge saves her from two men obviously up to no good.
Her boyfriend was her boss, so she's lost her job and a place to live. She temporarily moves in with friends who encourage her to open her own restaurant and they know just the location. Via the spirit of being neighborly, she's visited by three women who are affiliated with the Dragon Runners MC. They offer to help in any way they can without strings and they more than prove their friendship comes without expectations of repayment.
It's a small World because Fauna reconnects with Dodge remembers he's a member of the Dragon Runners. Courtesy of orders from her newfound friends, Dodge and his brothers are tasked to help her transport and assemble furniture, and anything else she needs done around the place. Fauna and Dodge become closer and they both want more, but Dodge harbors a secret.
The more she gets the know the people that comprise the Dragons, the more she realizes that family is more than just DNA, it's also about people who care without judgment, their support means everything to her, unlike her own who are overly critical and non-supportive of what her passion is in life—food.
The restaurant opens to stellar reviews and she receives a call from a family member. When this person is told a few home truths about themselves, they pop-up for an unexpected visit and what they reveal to her is indeed shocking, I literally had to pick my jaw up off the ground.
Nothing is perfect because even in sleepy little towns, there can be danger lurking and Bryson City is no exception. Highly Recommended: Read It!
*The heroes first name is not revealed in this story.
February 1, 2024
As with the other books in this series, the author has created great characters and storylines that have impact. And she has built a beautiful family dynamic within the Dragon Runners MC that is carried throughout the series.
In this one, Fauna is a strong, determined woman, true to herself. She’s had to be. In her professional life as a chef, she’s been held back, in part because she’s a woman and in part because she’s multiracial. Even in her personal life, her mother (a Black woman) has pushed her to shove aside her Black heritage in order to better fit into the world her mother has made for herself. Dodge has his own baggage in a father who has always been rather aloof and in a drug-addicted ex who keeps dropping in and out of his life. Both of them take Dodge for granted, and his kindness keeps him from standing up for himself when he should.
That’s the kind of thing I love about this series… the very real issues that exist for the characters. The author digs deep, exposes the shadows to the light. I appreciate that, because life isn’t all sunshine and rainbows. Those shadows, those experiences… they form a person. There’s a real level of hope in reading stories like this one, that from the bad can come the very good.
In this one, Fauna is a strong, determined woman, true to herself. She’s had to be. In her professional life as a chef, she’s been held back, in part because she’s a woman and in part because she’s multiracial. Even in her personal life, her mother (a Black woman) has pushed her to shove aside her Black heritage in order to better fit into the world her mother has made for herself. Dodge has his own baggage in a father who has always been rather aloof and in a drug-addicted ex who keeps dropping in and out of his life. Both of them take Dodge for granted, and his kindness keeps him from standing up for himself when he should.
That’s the kind of thing I love about this series… the very real issues that exist for the characters. The author digs deep, exposes the shadows to the light. I appreciate that, because life isn’t all sunshine and rainbows. Those shadows, those experiences… they form a person. There’s a real level of hope in reading stories like this one, that from the bad can come the very good.
May 20, 2024
Fauna's Biker!!
After quitting her job and dumping her ex the last thing Fauna expected was to wake up naked in a hotel room with a strange man. Dodge felt he needed to help this loud woman out, that was making a seen at the bar in the hotel he was staying. She made demands on him that he felt he had to do to keep her from going back down to the bar. They were personal and mine blowing even if she doesn't quite remember. They parted ways with no expectations of seeing each other again, fate had other plans. Not only did she show up in his town, but some of the first people she met were old ladies of his MC brothers which lead her to him. As she started to make her dream come true he was right there helping her achieve it, that was to have her own restaurant. With what he had going on he didn't feel he could have her but fate again had other plans and what started as a friendship turned into a relationship and that was the beginning of their journey and life together. Great Story!!😍😍
After quitting her job and dumping her ex the last thing Fauna expected was to wake up naked in a hotel room with a strange man. Dodge felt he needed to help this loud woman out, that was making a seen at the bar in the hotel he was staying. She made demands on him that he felt he had to do to keep her from going back down to the bar. They were personal and mine blowing even if she doesn't quite remember. They parted ways with no expectations of seeing each other again, fate had other plans. Not only did she show up in his town, but some of the first people she met were old ladies of his MC brothers which lead her to him. As she started to make her dream come true he was right there helping her achieve it, that was to have her own restaurant. With what he had going on he didn't feel he could have her but fate again had other plans and what started as a friendship turned into a relationship and that was the beginning of their journey and life together. Great Story!!😍😍
November 28, 2024
Dodge is a fast-paced, heartfelt addition to the Dragon Runners MC series that perfectly blends romance, grit, and a touch of mystery. Fauna Somers is a determined chef fighting for her place in a male-dominated world, and Dodge is a passionate artist torn between family expectations and his own dreams. Their chemistry is undeniable from the start, and their journey from a one-night stand to something deeper is both emotional and satisfying.
I loved how the book balances the fiery romance with the intrigue of the interconnected Dragon Runners MC world. The constant undercurrent of mystery keeps you guessing, with hot bikers what more do you need!
If you’re a fan of contemporary romance with complex characters, sizzling chemistry, and a side of suspense, Dodge is a must-read. This series just keeps getting better, and I can’t wait to read the latest book- Weatherman
I loved how the book balances the fiery romance with the intrigue of the interconnected Dragon Runners MC world. The constant undercurrent of mystery keeps you guessing, with hot bikers what more do you need!
If you’re a fan of contemporary romance with complex characters, sizzling chemistry, and a side of suspense, Dodge is a must-read. This series just keeps getting better, and I can’t wait to read the latest book- Weatherman
January 1, 2024
Fauna, a top chef but overshadowed by her boyfriend meets Dodge in an unusual situation.
She decides to take a risk and open her own bistro. She meets the Dragons MC and they assist her to set up shop. Dodge helps, but someone from his past makes a return and he can’t turn her away. He has feelings for Fauna, but is continuously pushed and pulled between his commitments with the MC, his demanding father and the presence of his toxic ex.
Fauna comes from a wealthy, critical family, who ignore her and make her life miserable.
Another fabulous Dragon Runners MC story with plenty of drama, danger, deceit with twists and turns. I’m hoping this isn’t the last book in the series, excited for more.
She decides to take a risk and open her own bistro. She meets the Dragons MC and they assist her to set up shop. Dodge helps, but someone from his past makes a return and he can’t turn her away. He has feelings for Fauna, but is continuously pushed and pulled between his commitments with the MC, his demanding father and the presence of his toxic ex.
Fauna comes from a wealthy, critical family, who ignore her and make her life miserable.
Another fabulous Dragon Runners MC story with plenty of drama, danger, deceit with twists and turns. I’m hoping this isn’t the last book in the series, excited for more.
March 9, 2024
It's a good read but not like the others.
This book seemed to contain 4 different storylines, so it kept you on your toes. One main character had problems saying no to family and the other wanting acceptance from family. They wanted things but kept getting stuck or blocked. On top of this, you had another criminal story going on in the background, which, as you read, became pradictical . It was a decent read, but I wish some of the 2 H's storyline was shortened or the book was lengthened, and they could concentrate on the criminal aspect more. I just thought there was a bit too much going on, and I didn't know what to focus on. Good romance read, though, as it was soft on the MC side of things.
This book seemed to contain 4 different storylines, so it kept you on your toes. One main character had problems saying no to family and the other wanting acceptance from family. They wanted things but kept getting stuck or blocked. On top of this, you had another criminal story going on in the background, which, as you read, became pradictical . It was a decent read, but I wish some of the 2 H's storyline was shortened or the book was lengthened, and they could concentrate on the criminal aspect more. I just thought there was a bit too much going on, and I didn't know what to focus on. Good romance read, though, as it was soft on the MC side of things.
March 6, 2025
Dodge and Fauna
What a merry go round these two went through.
I totally adored Fauna. She goes after her dream and and it turned out to be a great success. Despite her mother and ex-boyfriend.
Wow, with Dodge and his feelings and dedication to a wife who didn't deserve it. Guess she got what she deserved 😏 🤷.
Macie is a wonderful BFF 💓 and I enjoyed his character, but poor guy can sure pick a winner for a mate, not.
Loved Betsey and the Dragon Runners MC crew and their old ladies and how they took Fauna under their wings immediately.
Really enjoyed it, and you will, too.
Happy reading!
What a merry go round these two went through.
I totally adored Fauna. She goes after her dream and and it turned out to be a great success. Despite her mother and ex-boyfriend.
Wow, with Dodge and his feelings and dedication to a wife who didn't deserve it. Guess she got what she deserved 😏 🤷.
Macie is a wonderful BFF 💓 and I enjoyed his character, but poor guy can sure pick a winner for a mate, not.
Loved Betsey and the Dragon Runners MC crew and their old ladies and how they took Fauna under their wings immediately.
Really enjoyed it, and you will, too.
Happy reading!
February 2, 2024
Absolutely loved Dodges book! I didn’t want it to end. There was spicy 🌶️ & funny scenes. Fauna & Dodge were perfect for each other. I love reading books on biracial/multiracial couples. Warms my heart that love is out there for everyone.
I got bad feeling about the Mystery person. I knew it was that person from the beginning just something didn’t sit right with me. Glad everything worked out in the end & they got there happily ever after.
I would love to see more books from this series. So keeping my fingers crossed.
I got bad feeling about the Mystery person. I knew it was that person from the beginning just something didn’t sit right with me. Glad everything worked out in the end & they got there happily ever after.
I would love to see more books from this series. So keeping my fingers crossed.
December 21, 2023
Review by: Jennifer
(5 Stars)
I am so in love with this world ML Nystrom has created! This is book six of the series, and I highly suggest reading the previous stories, just so you know who all the characters are and all that jazz, but this can be read on its own. Be prepared for some really great drama, a few laughs, characters with huge personalities, lots of love and some really nice naughty bits. Dodge and Faunas' story was a great addition to this series. I give this 5 stars.
(5 Stars)
I am so in love with this world ML Nystrom has created! This is book six of the series, and I highly suggest reading the previous stories, just so you know who all the characters are and all that jazz, but this can be read on its own. Be prepared for some really great drama, a few laughs, characters with huge personalities, lots of love and some really nice naughty bits. Dodge and Faunas' story was a great addition to this series. I give this 5 stars.
January 3, 2024
This is the sixth book in the series. They are better read in order. It has been a little bit since there was a book in this series. I was glad to get back the series. Dodge meets Fauna while away doing a car show. Her night has been horrible and he tries to help her out. The two agree that they should just move on. But neither can stop thinking about the other. Fate takes matters into her own hands and sets things in motion. Dodge’s ex has come back once again. He knows nothing good will come of it and that she is just using him. Then he finds out that Fauna has moved to the area and bought the old diner to open her own restaurant. Could they have a future? This was a fantastic read. I loved getting back in to this series. I look forward to reading more books in the series. The characters are wonderful. This book has twists and turns throughout. Dodge is a great guy and I was excited to finally get to read his story. Fantastic job ML Nystrom. I recommend all of ML Nystroms books.
January 6, 2024
I absolutely loved Dodge and Fauna‘s story!! The drama, the anticipation, the family dynamics all make for an exciting story.Their story does not travel an easy road to HEA but the ride is worth it. I loved how fate ensured these 2 would find each other. These 2 are exactly who each other need and are a perfect match. LOTS of intrigue and mystery along with the super spicy good stuff. FANTASTIC story!!! I loved it.- By Kristina
January 9, 2024
Dodge by ML Nystrom
This is the fourth book in the series that I have read. Each book got better. It is always nice to revisit characters from previous books. This is Dodge and Fauna’s story. Fauna never fit with her family but the Dragon Runners adopted her with no problems. Fauna is half black and half white which has always caused her problems. She opens her own restaurant and the drama unfolds from there. HEA for them with drama and spice thrown in.
This is the fourth book in the series that I have read. Each book got better. It is always nice to revisit characters from previous books. This is Dodge and Fauna’s story. Fauna never fit with her family but the Dragon Runners adopted her with no problems. Fauna is half black and half white which has always caused her problems. She opens her own restaurant and the drama unfolds from there. HEA for them with drama and spice thrown in.
February 16, 2025
Sugar sweet romance. I love how the FL in Nystrom characters are usually in need of a good family and fit in so well with her club. I also like how the ML is not your typical alpha male and shows signs of strain and stress over various real life obligations. It lightly touches on Fauna's experience as a black woman and working in a male dominated field. However this is a light-hearted romance so it does go into much detail or nuance.
January 3, 2024
Fantastic story!!!!
Dodge and Fauna are just simply phenomenal.
Their story does not travel an easy road to HEA but the ride is worth it. I loved how fate ensured these 2 would find each other. These 2 are exactly who each other need and are a perfect match. LOTS of intrigue and mystery along with the super spicy good stuff. FANTASTIC story!!! I loved it!!!!
Dodge and Fauna are just simply phenomenal.
Their story does not travel an easy road to HEA but the ride is worth it. I loved how fate ensured these 2 would find each other. These 2 are exactly who each other need and are a perfect match. LOTS of intrigue and mystery along with the super spicy good stuff. FANTASTIC story!!! I loved it!!!!
January 6, 2024
Fate
Dodge and Fauna's story was very good. I really enjoyed it! Dodge has been a saint dealing with his past and current situation. Fauna is moving on but not before walking up with a very gorgeous biker who helps her out. Little did these two know they would meet again while a serial rapist is on the loose.
Dodge and Fauna's story was very good. I really enjoyed it! Dodge has been a saint dealing with his past and current situation. Fauna is moving on but not before walking up with a very gorgeous biker who helps her out. Little did these two know they would meet again while a serial rapist is on the loose.
December 27, 2023
I love the Dragon Runners MC and any time this author wants to write about them, I will be there to read it.
The only issue I have is after falling into a story like Dodge & Fauna’s, eventually the end of book appears and you still want more.
The only issue I have is after falling into a story like Dodge & Fauna’s, eventually the end of book appears and you still want more.
December 31, 2023
Chef’s kiss! 😘
✅Compelling
✅All the feels
✅ Highly anticipated
✅Exactly what I expect from an ML Nystrom story- perfection!
This is the best Dragon Runners story yet! So worth the wait and I’m so happy Dodge talked the author into telling it. If I could give more stars I would.
✅Compelling
✅All the feels
✅ Highly anticipated
✅Exactly what I expect from an ML Nystrom story- perfection!
This is the best Dragon Runners story yet! So worth the wait and I’m so happy Dodge talked the author into telling it. If I could give more stars I would.
January 2, 2024
Love this story
Dodge deserves happiness and calmness. His life is pretty busy and he finds himself saving a woman he didn’t know. When the past comes back at him can he finally put it in the past. This was a true story of love and patience with the main characters.
Dodge deserves happiness and calmness. His life is pretty busy and he finds himself saving a woman he didn’t know. When the past comes back at him can he finally put it in the past. This was a true story of love and patience with the main characters.
February 16, 2024
I've loved all this series
I have to say this last is my least favorite writing as always was great, story line was good, it's a me thing with content. Looking forward to the next! Now on to some brothers 😁
I have to say this last is my least favorite writing as always was great, story line was good, it's a me thing with content. Looking forward to the next! Now on to some brothers 😁
August 13, 2025
Totally Worth Reading!
Absolutely love Dodge and Fauna, such an awesome couple. They both had a load of stuff to deal with, but they saw it through. I love the Dragon Runners series, each story is filled with heartache, danger and a whole lot of love with family values!
Absolutely love Dodge and Fauna, such an awesome couple. They both had a load of stuff to deal with, but they saw it through. I love the Dragon Runners series, each story is filled with heartache, danger and a whole lot of love with family values!
December 27, 2023
Really good
This is an excellent book and a really good series. So glad to be back with the Dragon Runners and the Lair.
This is an excellent book and a really good series. So glad to be back with the Dragon Runners and the Lair.
January 15, 2024
Excellent
The stories from this series are all different. I enjoyed that. I would read anything by this author. I don't normally do reviews. This is an acception.
The stories from this series are all different. I enjoyed that. I would read anything by this author. I don't normally do reviews. This is an acception.
January 26, 2024
Dodge & Fauna
amazing! i really hope ML keeps going with the series. i loved the Runners.
I loved Fauna's strength and Dodge's vulnerability. Well done.
amazing! i really hope ML keeps going with the series. i loved the Runners.
I loved Fauna's strength and Dodge's vulnerability. Well done.
December 17, 2024
Talk about chemistry and slow burn, wowza!
April 9, 2025
I think this is one of the best in the series. I was hooked in. Awesome story line, hooked me in. Moved quickly and we got our happy ever after.
December 28, 2023
I absolutely loved Dodge and Fauna‘s story!! The drama, the anticipation, the family dynamics all make for an exciting story. Just when I was getting into the story… bam it’s over, but in a good way, I’m not complaining. I just wanted more and more. I can’t wait for the series to continue!!
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