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Humans are taught that death is the end, that it’s their soul’s final curtain call. But for the members of Valhalla Rising MC, death is only the beginning.

Reaper…

Life wasn’t all it was cracked up to be. I peaked at thirty, and by the time I was thirty-five, I was divorced, and my ex had custody of our two kids. So when I was killed trying to be a good samaritan, I was cool with it. Until I realized that I was being given a second chance and still had to ‘live’.

As the enforcer for Valhalla Rising MC, and with my ability, my afterlife is a major improvement. But when Odin sends me back to the land of the living to play savior to a single mom, my reality shifts once again. To say I’m not happy about the order is an understatement, but Kyra and her little family start to grow on me, and before I know it, I find myself needing her like humans need air to survive.

When I tell her what I really am, will she embrace the possibilities, or will she run in the other direction as any sane woman should?

Kyra…

As a single mother to twins, I rarely have a moment’s peace. Add in an absent baby daddy and a failing diner, and I’m about to pack my bags for the nut house. The only thing that keeps me going is knowing my little ones need me.

After what amounts to the hardest day of my life to date, I’m ready to throw in the towel. But a surly stranger steps in and somehow, he makes me smile. I don’t have any room for a man in my life, nor do I particularly want one, but I find myself starting to depend on Craig to chase away the dark.

When he throws me a curveball of epic proportions, can I do what’s best for myself and my kids, or will I let history and fear get the better of me?

140 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 4, 2025

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Andi Rhodes

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Andi Rhodes is an author whose passion is creating romance from chaos in all her books! She writes MC (motorcycle club) romance with a generous helping of suspense and doesn’t shy away from the more difficult topics. Her books can be triggering for some so consider yourself warned. Andi also ensures each book ends with the couple getting their HEA! Most importantly, Andi is living her real life HEA with her husband and their boxers.

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Profile Image for Suzana.
691 reviews26 followers
February 10, 2025
*ARC kindly provided by the author and I’m leaving an honest review*

✔Contemporary romance
✔Romantic suspense
✔Paranormal romance
✔MC romance
✔Based on Valhalla
✔The enforcer for Valhalla Rising MC
✔A single mother
✔Protector
✔Second chance
✔Age gap
✔Fun cast of supporting – secondary characters that add to the story and development
✔Unpredictable twists and turns
✔Gripping / gritty /raw / dark
✔Emotional roller-coaster
✔Page turner

Reaper is the third book in the new Valhalla Rising MC series by Andi Rhodes. The book is a perfect blend of romance, paranormal elements, suspense, and grittiness. The characters are complex, vulnerable, and resilient, making them relatable and engaging. The writing style is captivating, drawing the readers into the story with its thrilling and emotional content. Reaper combines unexpected twists, a fast-paced narrative, and a feel-good tone keeping readers on the edge of their seats. What makes this book stand out is its lovable characters, intricate world-building, suspenseful moments, and intense romantic chemistry.

Reaper is killed while trying to be a good Samaritan. He is given a second chance at life, as an enforcer for the Valhalla Rising MC. His afterlife has its perks, but when Odin sends him back to the land of the living to help a single mom, Kyra, he finds himself drawn to her and her twins. Kyra's life is difficult. Despite these challenges, she finds strength in knowing that her kids need her. Then a stranger, Craig, enters her life and brings some lightness. Their connection seems very special. The beautiful dynamics and mysterious plot unfold throughout the narrative. As their intense attraction grows, they must navigate their feelings while facing threats that put them both at risk. The build up is beautifully crafted. Both are complex and relatable characters. I found it to be very enjoyable read, filled with a rich diversity of characters and intriguing mystery.

What a perfect conclusion to this series. It is extremely well-written, with harrowing twists and turns, romantic moments, and a character-driven storyline.
Profile Image for Sandy S.
8,272 reviews207 followers
February 3, 2025
REAPER is the third and final instalment in Andi Rhodes’ contemporary, adult VALHALLA RISING MC erotic, paranormal, fantasy series. This is Reaper aka Craig Binder, and single mother/ café owner Kyra Thomas’s story line. REAPER can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty but I recommend reading the series in order for back story and cohesion.

Told from three first person perspectives (Reaper, Kyra, Odin) REAPER follows Reaper aka Craig Binder as he is tasked with protecting single mother Kyra Thomas. As one of Odin’s warriors, and a member of the Valhalla Rising MC, Reaper is living his second life, and in this, he dreams of a second chance at family and love. Protecting Kyra comes with a darkness-Kyra’s past refuses to let go, and our heroine is targeted by an unknown predator.

The world building follows Reaper as he struggles with Odin’s orders to return to Earth. Reaper had never intended to fall in love but Odin and Skuld had other plans, plans that place Kyra in the direct line of fire.

The relationship between Reaper and Kyra is an ‘arranged’ relationship. Reaper has been tasked with, and assigned to Kyra Thomas, a young mother who is struggling with the demons from her past. The $ex scenes are limited but seductive.

There is a large ensemble cast of colorful and energetic secondary and supporting characters: Viking and Makayla, Acid, Demo, Inferno and Emmy, Grump, and Valkyries Skuld, Eir. We are introduced to Kyra’s children Hunter and Heidi, short order cook Barry, and Kyra’s ex Jason. The requisite evil has many faces.

REAPER is a story of obsession and murder, betrayal and vengeance, secrets and lies, love and forever. The premise is intriguing, dramatic and engaging; the romance is passionate and fated; the characters are determined and charismatic.

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Profile Image for Raye Lynn  Dowling.
52 reviews
February 14, 2025
Reaper is the third book in the Valhalla MC series. This is probably my favorite series written by Andi Rhodes because it gives me just enough mythology to grab my attention without detracting from the story. The reader doesn’t need to be knowledgeable about the mythological lore to appreciate the story.

As with all of Andi’s female characters, Kyra is a strong, intelligent woman who takes no crap. She is a single mom of twins and the owner of a failing diner. I really identified with her because I am also a mom of boy/girl twins and have owned my own cafe. I can relate to the struggles of single parenthood while trying to keep a small business afloat.

Reaper is obviously dead so his heart doesn’t beat, but it still has the capacity to love. He misses being a father more than anything else from his previous life.

When Kyra’s ex brings trouble to her diner Reaper and his motorcycle club brothers step in to not only save her life but also her business. Unexpectedly, Reaper’s past life tragically intersects with Kyra’s life.

Strong female characters who are everything but helpless damsels are Andi’s stock and trade, as are bad boys with big hearts who step up to save the day. From page one, where the characters are introduced in a bad situation to the happy ever after on the last page, I was completely enthralled with this story. Not many stories have happy endings when the characters die. Andi indicates this is the last book of this series because the other characters haven’t demanded their stories be told. I hope that one day a character from this series steps up so Andi will have to write another book to feed my craving for mythological romance.
Profile Image for Gemma Kitchen.
537 reviews10 followers
February 6, 2025

I always had a fascination with mythology and then to tie that into a motorcycle club then in my eyes you are on to a winner. Andi Rhodes does a great job of merging these two themes together where the focus is not on the mythological side but is intertwined into the story.
This is book 3 in the series and although it would be easy to jump into this book as a stand alone, I would advise reading the books as it gives an overall feel for the mc as a whole.
This is a short story that keeps you on your toes. Although this is a short story it doesn’t lose anything as the story flows nicely, it is not rushed and helps to develop the relationship between our two main characters whilst also getting to know them as a whole. Then we have our side characters from Valhalla that we have all come to love.
Reaper is a man that was pulled from his world due to an heroic act leaving behind his two children and is pulled into a new life. He has become his namesake and has hardened himself to letting others in.
Kyra is a single mother to twins. She struggles to keep her head above water and to keep her business going. Her ex Craig walked out on her their children and their business. Her life is the children and the business and no-one else. She has no room for a man.
Kyra’s life takes a turn for the worst when the diner is being robbed and in steps Reaper and the men of Valhalla MC. Kyra doesn’t want a man and Reaper doesn’t want a woman, but these two have a connection beyond him helping her. Can these both get over their issues and open their ‘hearts’ to more.
Profile Image for Phyllis Wolford.
1,849 reviews
February 6, 2025
This is a great continuation of the Valhalla Rising MC. This brings the other characters from the first two into it to help the male lead get his head out of his butt. Reaper is feeling the years and the loneliness of his after life. When Odin decides to help him come to life again, he sends him back to the present to help a single mother with her life problems.
Kyra is about at her last nerve and the end of her rope with what life is handing her. What she didn’t expect was for the world to send her Reaper and the MC, to helper.
Reaper and Kyra both play ring an around the attraction with each other, along the way they learn that they can still be adults without losing themselves.
When Reapers past comes back and is also connected to Kyras ex-husband, that is really when everything comes to a head and brings them both to Valhalla.
They both admit that they love each other and that they are connected thur the family that takes in her twins after her death, happens to. Be Reapers daughter and her husband.
Profile Image for Kathy Wideman.
2,613 reviews44 followers
February 5, 2025
This is the third book in this series. They can be read as standalone books but I think they are better read in order. Reaper had a wife and two kids when he was alive. He loved his kids but his ex made things difficult. Then he died while trying to help a woman. Now he is in Valhalla. Odin has a new mission and this one is just for him. He isn't really interested in it but you don't get to say no to Odin. Kyra is a single mother of two and is running a diner. Her ex up and left her and the kids with the business. Now trouble has found her and she doesn't know why but she knows it wasn't a random thing. Reaper and the guys are going to help her. Hopefully they will be able to figure out who is behind it before something really bad happens. This is Reaper's second chance at a family. But this won't be as simple as it was for the other guys. There are children involved. How will that work? Fear not Odin has a plan. I love this series. Andi has said this is it for now for this series. Can't say that doesn't make me a little sad. I would love more of these characters. Great job Andi. I look forward to reading Andi's other books.
Profile Image for Karen.
1,504 reviews15 followers
April 15, 2025
I really enjoyed this third book in the Valhalla Rising MC series. Some parts were unexpected and I loved every bit of it.

I love the Valhalla characters and the women that they discover is their better half are always perfect for them. I love all of the characters and the story lines in these books. This one was a little surprising, but great.

Reaper and Kyra are a great couple and they have to go through the tough time to find their HEA, but it will happen. Odin always has something up his sleeve for these guys. He is tough and powerful, but these guys are all his family and he wants them to be happy and settled, even in the afterlife.

I loved Reaper and I can't wait for the next one in the series.
Profile Image for Ann L.
4,810 reviews39 followers
February 3, 2025
Valhalla Rising MC” delivers a fresh twist on the afterlife, where death is just the beginning.

Reaper, an enforcer for the MC, is sent back to the living to protect Kyra, a struggling single mom. What starts as a reluctant mission turns into something deeper as he finds himself drawn to her and her kids. Kyra, juggling twin toddlers and a failing diner, isn’t looking for a savior—but Craig’s presence offers unexpected comfort. When his true nature is revealed, she must decide if she can embrace the impossible or let fear win.

This is a unique blend of paranormal intrigue, romance, and second chances.
Profile Image for Wendy Livingstone.
20.1k reviews258 followers
February 4, 2025
This is the third book in this impressive series and this is Reaper and Kyra’s story.
Craig / Reaper is the enforcer of the Valhalla Rising MC, and he is tasked with returning back to the land of the living, and become a saviour to Kyra, a struggling single mom to twins, and diner owner.
This is a well written story which has family, friendships, emotions, second chances, intrigue, drama, curveballs, obsession, arranged relationship, passion, and fated love, which leads to an entertaining, and captivating, paranormal romance.
I look forward to reading more from this talented author whose work I highly recommend.
Profile Image for Amy Lierz.
96 reviews2 followers
February 5, 2025
Even in death, there are Happily Ever Afters

Sometimes it is the choices of others that place us in certain situations. Deadbeat dad walking out? Well, this places Kyra as a single mother with twins. Bad guy shooting a good guy trying to do the right thing? This one equals Craig being a dead guy with his ticket to Valhalla punched.

Reaper is a great story line that lets you know just because things aren’t looking great at the moment, anything can happen. There is always a silver lining to find. This is 3rd in the series, but all can be read as stand-alones. I highly recommend anything written by Andi!
Profile Image for K Huskić.
2,206 reviews39 followers
February 16, 2025
These Valhalla Rising MC books are all quick reads with likeable characters. I hope there'll be more in the future.

This book was Reaper and Kyra's story. Reaper was a parent of two young kids, who was killed trying to save a random woman. Many years later, he was tasked by Odin to help single mother, Kyra. He was definitely reluctant at first, but Odin knew what he was doing, and Kyra and her children quickly became Reaper's priority.

I liked this one! Reaper and Kyra were sweet together, and though the ending for the characters in this series always means a too-soon afterlife in Valhalla, they still get that HEA - just in a different way.
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1,702 reviews13 followers
February 6, 2025
Book three in the Valhalla Rising MC series. When reaper lost his life. He got a second chance. He lost his kids now he’s a Valhalla. He’s send back to each to protect Kyra and her kids. She’s a single mother and a dinner owner. When reaper comes she has no place for him. The last man was not good one. Now the guys are here to help them. With kids she can’t make simple decisions. She has to think about them. Well she finds out about reapers past and his mission. She has to make the biggest decision, trust him. Or live life with fear. Love it
250 reviews3 followers
February 16, 2025
Reaper didn't want to be anyone's hero again. He couldn't really fight the feelings again of losing something important, but he also knew he couldn't fight Odin's rule by denying doing his job.
Kyra needed help even though she tried to keep it all to herself and when she couldn't do it he was there big as life only was he really.
One thing after another led them down the road and they became one and were able to make a future as a family and then blended with the others.
Story moved along quickly and kept the interest going.
8,813 reviews63 followers
February 2, 2025
Reaper had come to terms with his life ending, and bexoming part of the Valhalla Rising MC, when Odin sends him back the world of the living with a task, everything changes. Kyra is a single mum to twins doing all she can tp keep going for them, when meets Reaper (Craig) he brings life to her soul, but what happens when she learns his true self and what it means for them! Well written engagimg, emotional rollor coaster ride! A great addition to the series
Profile Image for Susan.
552 reviews5 followers
February 4, 2025
Reaper ends up in Valhalla when he tried to do the right thing. Now he finds himself being sent to help Kyra. Kyra is a single mom of twins. Everything feels like it’s crumbling around her daily as more trouble presents itself. When her ex shows up, even more problems arise. Reaper and his brothers step in to help. When presented with the ultimate decision, Kyra will need to decide what path to choose.
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421 reviews2 followers
February 4, 2025
Craig was 35 years old, divorced and separated from his children when he became a good Samaritan, but he ended up in Valhalla. Reaper/Craig is sent by Odin back to earth to help a struggling single mum with 6 year old twins, he is not best pleased.

A paranormal MC second chance story with plenty of twists and turns, drama, action and danger.
74 reviews2 followers
February 4, 2025
This is the last installment in the Valhalla Rising MC series. I typically prefer longer stories as I feel the character development is stronger but I have to say it again, Andi’s stories may be short but she knows how to grab the reader and have them fall in love with the characters. The story or Reaper and Kyra was my favorite of this series.
2,426 reviews22 followers
February 2, 2025
Bawling…am I going to explain, definitely not! Read this story and find out. Reaper is kind, sweet and a hero. This is my favorite book of this series. Everything about it rang of kindness and compassion.
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3,007 reviews30 followers
February 4, 2025
This book blew my mind from beginning to end, I absolutely loved everything about it. The way these two were here for one another and loved one another filled my heart. There were some ups and downs but nothing they could not handle.
1,942 reviews3 followers
February 5, 2025
Another good one

Another good addition to this series. Good characters and storyline. Some good twists and turns. Keeps your attention. Sorry that this is the last book of the series. I wss hoping for more books.
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5,452 reviews45 followers
February 7, 2025
Reaper

The third and last book of series. Reaper afterlife is about to get complicated when he meets Kyra and her twins. But falling for her brings complications only Odin can solve. Great ending and hope we will see more books m
Profile Image for Clayr Catherall.
1,614 reviews98 followers
February 11, 2025
This is third and final book in the Valhalla Series.

Reaper is given a mission and isn’t happy about it. Odin does know best though.

Will it be Reaper’s second chance at happiness?

I have thoroughly enjoyed reading these short Mythological Warrior MC stories.
Profile Image for Sophie Ruthven.
2,328 reviews146 followers
February 12, 2025
While this wasn't my favourite book by this author, that's more due to personal tastes than quality of the book.
Fantasy is not my normal go to, but the author has done it in a way that kept me intrigued and turning pages.
It was the perfect way to finish the series (for now).
Profile Image for Julie Jackson.
2,312 reviews10 followers
February 25, 2025
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This series is absolutely amazing. Odin always knows exactly what to do. Reaper and Kyra are the perfect example. I love the storyline and really enjoyed Kyra learning about Reapers world. Great writing.
Profile Image for Lisa Dinger.
456 reviews3 followers
February 4, 2025
This was a roller coaster of a ride. This is not your typical MC. I am sad to see it end
Profile Image for Allena.
1,451 reviews
February 5, 2025
So happy to be back in Valhalla and it was amazing.
2,736 reviews21 followers
February 5, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This is a unique mix of afterlife/paranormal and MC romance. I liked the characters and it has an interesting plot. Good read.
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5,399 reviews119 followers
February 26, 2025
Spunky N Sassy Rating: 4.5

~~~~~~~~~~Tracy's ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review~~~~~~~~~~

Reaper has been missing something but his loyalty and dedication to the Valhalla Rising MC always was first in his afterlife. When Odin sends him on a task he meets Kyra, Hunter and Heidi he finds himself wanting more. This is the final book in this series and it was such an enjoyable read. I love all these characters and all the trouble they get into.

~~~~~~~~~~Julie's ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review~~~~~~~~~~

This series is absolutely amazing. Odin always knows exactly what to do. Reaper and Kyra are the perfect example. I love the storyline and really enjoyed Kyra learning about Reapers world. Great writing.
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