Property of Short

Kings of Anarchy MC: Arizona #2

by Manda Mellett

How did I get my name? Nah, let’s leave that story for another day. Fact is, at six foot seven, I’m the tallest member of the King’s of Anarchy Arizona chapter, with a physique to match my height. Men fear me just for my size alone.

But my bulk only meant I went down more heavily, when I came off my bike due to an ambush. Knocked out, crushed under my bike, left for dead, the brothers with me had to battle it out on their own. When I eventually came back to life, it was to find, as expected, the Kings had vanquished the enemy in that they’d soon turned their backs and fled. For now.
Me though? Well, I was beaten up quite badly, taken back to the club, and subjected to the mercies of our on-call medic, who I hate with every bone in my body.

It was no secret that though his medical proficiency wasn’t in doubt, he’d been struck off the practitioners’ register due to his more dubious activities with patients. With the Kings being his best customer now, we knew he’d treat us and keep his mouth shut.

Turns out we didn’t know the depths of the depravity in Doc’s past. Can we turn a blind eye? He’s an important asset to us, one we couldn’t replace easily. One especially necessary now we’re being targeted by another club.

Are there limits to what even the Kings of Anarchy can stomach?

I have a personal reason for wanting to prove where that line lies.

521 pages, Kindle Edition

Expected publication January 28, 2026

About the author

Manda’s life's always seemed a bit weird, starting with a childhood that even today she’s still trying to make sense of, then losing her parents in the late teens. Going from the tragic to the bizarre, who else could be unlucky enough to have had two car accidents, neither her fault, one involving a nun, and another involving a police woman?

There isn’t enough space to list everything that’s happened to Manda, or what she’s learned from it. But by using the rich fabric of her personal life, psychology degree, varied work experiences, and amazing characters she’s met, Manda is able to populate her books with believable in-depth characters and enjoys pitting them against situations which challenge them. Her books are full of suspense, twists and turns and the unexpected.

Manda lives in the beautiful countryside of Essex in the UK, the area’s claim to fame being the Wilkin’s Jam Factory at nearby Tiptree. She can usually find jars of jam which remind her of home wherever she goes. As well as writing books and reading, Manda loves walking her dogs and keeping fit. She lives with her husband of over 30 years, who, along with her son, is her greatest fan and supporter.

Manda is thankful that one of the more unusual, and at the time unpleasant, turns her life took, now enables her to spend her time writing. Confirming, in her view, every cloud has a silver lining.

Reviews

[Mrs Jayne Rushton · Rating 4 out of 5]

Short is a great addition to Manda's KOA library.

This story builds into something you're really not expecting, but once you find out the truth, it unsettles you but keeps you captivated.

You have Short, the brother warned away from the Doctor's daughter, Bron, by everyone in the club. To begin with his misunderstanding of her makes things easy, but as soon as her truth is exposed. all bets are off.

I fully engaged with the story, and felt the mix of MC and relationship was very well spread, but there were a couple of occasions where it felt a little repetitive, but on the whole another great addition to the KOA world.

I can't wait to see how this series unfolds.

[Joanne Mccorkell · Rating 4 out of 5]

I did adore Short and Bron... I loved the camaradie within the club. But the one that stole my heart was Trip.
Despite all he had been through and what had been planned for him, he overcame it all and showed his love to Bron and Short.

Bron been beaten down, abused and used her whole life. She felt worthless and unloved, to have a man like Short show her attention scared her. I loved how easily Short took to Bron and Trip, how quickly they became his family.

[Kage Zee · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved Short and Bron together. Bron is the mc's doctors daughter that helps the club when needed. When Bron and Trip are in danger , Bron runs to Short for help. When the truth comes out, Short will do everything in his power to save his family with the club's help.Im not giving spoilers away but i will say this book is a must read.

[Phyllis Wolford · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is about surviving a subject that no-one wants to address. The female lead in this story is gentle and fierce, but has secrets that haunt her and will for the rest of her life. Short is a member of a MC club, and is very interested in Bronwyn, but has been told by his President that she is innocent and off limits to the club. Bronwyn is hiding a sick secret and is afraid her father will hurt her and her “brother Trip”.everything comes to a head when her father said he’s gonna give her brother his special hot cocoa, something he use to give her, that was laced with GHB, that was the what he gave her when he hurt her.
Bronwyn takes Trip and runs to Short and the club, the club decides to help her hide. This leads to deep discussions within the club and trying to find a solution . When Short finds out that Trip is her son he goes bat crap crazy and takes out his feelings on her. This is when he and the club find out that she is a survivor of sexual abuse from her father. This changes everything and Short wants to make her his Ol* Lady for a few reasons, but mostly because his feelings are growing deeper for both her and her brother/son.
The club finally takes out her father and then they have a war with another MC, that tries to take them out. But are defeated and on the run. Short and Bronwyn, along with her. Son form a tight family bond and have a good life.

[Karon Price · Rating 4 out of 5]

Bronwyn is the daughter of the MC doctor. She is treated very poorly by her father and Short has noticed. He's more than attracted to her, but she's off limits to anyone in the MC and Short himself figures he's not a good man for her. He's too old, too wild and she's an innocent. But Bronwyn has a lot of secrets and when everything gets exposed, Short has to not only prove himself to her, but step up and protect all those he's claimed. The MC has enemies and there is a lot of action as well as romance in this story. The only issue I had with the book was the initial MC reaction to just the first secret they learned. The MC Prez especially made a comment that rubbed me the wrong way, basically saying they didn't know the whole story and maybe Bronwyn did something to deserve what happened to her. Yes, the MC are outlaws, and I'm sure this is hypocritical, but I wanted them to put a woman in crisis above their petty needs, i.e. a doctor to hide their illegal activities that lead to injury. Thankfully, the MC did come around, but it really bugged me enough to lower my rating to 4 Stars.

[Shelleyjo3]

Wow…just wow! Manda never disappoints with her originality to tell the story. and has delivered another outstanding story! Storm and Bronwyn’s story is full of heartbreak, pain, abuse, suffering, and more. Packed with a lot of different emotions, twists and turns, and great characters. A very in-depth look at abuse and overcoming the trauma and challenges that Bronwyn has faced and the healing process.

Trip is such a bright, special little boy and how both of them handle him and his disability is amazing and truly heartwarming. It’s a real tragedy what he had endured, too, but overcoming the obstacles is very powerful.

Loved having some other KOA members from other chapters making appearances and lots of laughs.

[Kathy Williams · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have to say I loved the storyline on this one. In previous books, Short has been referred to as a big guy who helps, possibly fancies and is warned off the Dr’s Daughter… but in this book – his Story – he is waaay more than that. As someone who understands what it’s like to have an abusive upbringing, his help and support is invaluable when he offers his shoulder and ear to Bronwyn, a student nurse who has been around the clubhouse for a while, helping out her father, the Dr. But…, she has some secrets of her own, which shock him to the core – she is not who or what he thought she was……. Brilliant writing for this one – Highly recommended reading. A definite page turner

[Tina Locklear · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was the second book in the Kings of Anarchy Mc Arizona Chapter and this was an action filled page turner wirh plenty of action and lots of twists and turns and emotions such as hate, revenge, lust and lots more in this wild read isabout Bron & Short, he met her because her dad is the MC"s paid Doc but he is a pervert the club only uses because they need him to keep any injuries that happen to club on down low
Short has a soft spot for Bron that turns into strong attraction once he is hurt. Highly recommended 5 star read with so much action you wont want to put it down.

[GKP2460 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Short and Bronwyn's story gives us a fantastic ride. It comes with everything! Rival club trouble, degenerate, abusive Doc, found family and love where you least expect it. These characters, every single one of them, are great! They're relatable, easy to love and you either want to slap them or kiss them depending on the page. Trip breaks my heart. That kid as well as Bronwyn hasn't had it easy. I love that the club steps up and takes care of them as a family should but I really love Short and Bron together. These two are absolute perfection!

[Amanda BikiBookworm Vermaak · Rating 5 out of 5]

So much mayhem and some murder in the mix. The Kings are in for a rough ride. Theyve got enemies who wants them dead. After nearly killing three of the brothers, the hunt is on.
A man who is a rotten pedophile and who committed incest is the club doctor. Short fell in love with his daughter an offers her friendship after he saw how her father treated her. She fled to the club one night with her "brother" in tow. Bron has been to hell and back. Without giving too much more, I suggest you get this book. I totally recommend it.

[Mrs J · Rating 5 out of 5]

When Short is injured and needs medical attention from the shady club Doc, Bronwyn, Doc’s daughter comes into his orbit. She is totally off limits, but when she turns up at the club, beaten with 8 year old Trip, Short doesn’t hesitate to step in.

What an emotional roller coaster, gripping story. It’s dark and gritty in parts with shocking twists, long hidden secrets, trauma, toxic family drama, action and danger from club enemies.

This is the second book in this Kings of Anarchy MC Arizona chapter and I can’t wait patiently enough for the next.

[Debbie Earley · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book kept me turning the pages and on the edge of my seat from beginning to end. Bron has been keeping secrets about her life that eventually come to light. Short knows she's forbidden and offers her friendship. Secrets, danger, truths, loyalty, steam, action, and an adorable little boy who will capture your heart fills these pages. This is a must read in this series and I can't wait to see what happens next.

[Jodie Mihas · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this story about Short and Bron and let’s not forget Trip too. Bron is the daughter of the Doc that the MC employ to look after them,we met them both in the previous book in this series. Bron’s dad treats her horribly and one day she calls Short for help and the MC find out all of the secrets that doc has been hiding. War comes to the MC, Short and Bron fall in love and Trip gets a family that loves and cares about him. This one is a must read 🖤❤️

[Doris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Secrets Come to Life

This is another addition to the KOAMC series and it was full of surprises that changes everything and everyone. Bron has been to the club before with her father who is the club’s doc and even though she was shy and liked Short, he was warned off her by his President. Now desperate she comes to Short for help. The secrets that come out sure took me by surprise. I’m so happy after everything that the “three” of them were able to find their HEA. This is a must-read book.

[Rebecca · Rating 5 out of 5]

Short his part of the MC Browyn is a training doctor, and there's attraction between them, but her father wont allow.

Will she get away and be able to have her freedom?

Who is trying to destroy the MC?

Sexy wicked read 📚

[Patricia Lord · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a page turner wirh plenty of suspense,action, twists and turns with a lot of hate, revenge, lust, betrayal, and more that has Short showing Bronwyn and Trip how much he cares and will do anything to protect them

[✩ layla ✩ · Rating 1 out of 5]

I don’t care how the hero tried to play it off - his actions proved that he most certainly did care about her being a virgin for the exact reasons he said he didn’t. And the heroine is so damn traumatised, she’d believe anything the hero says.

No thanks. DNF @ 45%

[Renee Gonzalez · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved loved loved the story of Short and Bron. Hard to review without spoilers, but I will say I couldn’t put it down ! Great book in the series !

[Lori Hammons · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bronwyn has a traumatic past and present when she meets Short. Their relationship begins slow and cautious, with danger and suspense to deal with. Romantic suspense that must be read.

[Teresa Lara · Rating 5 out of 5]

love this series
love this mc
loved Short and Brons heartstopping broken beautiful insta love
Heartwrenching
Gripping
all the feels
ready for more
gimme Freak

[Kurtins R · Rating 4 out of 5]

This story was great. Manda Mellett is one of my go to MC authors and she didn't disappoint her either.
Short and Bron are great together.