Entwined

Iron Bulls MC #3

by Phoenyx Slaughter

In Entwined, the highly anticipated third book in the Iron Bulls MC series, shocking secrets and desires are revealed. Can Dante and Karina’s passionate bond survive or will they be torn apart?

Entwined is the third book in the Iron Bulls MC series. It is a 28,000 word novella and should probably not be read as a stand-alone, as it picks up where Disconnect left off. But it’s up to you.

Karina’s young, so the ending could be considered a Happy For Now.
 

Genres: Romance, BDSM, Erotica, Contemporary, Novella, Erotic Romance, High School

136 pages, ebook

First published February 2, 2016

About the author

Phoenyx “Nyx” Slaughter has many roles, including writer, reader, and roughneck wrangler. She loves taboo stories—the filthier the better.
She loves to travel and meet new people with similar interests. Feel free to visit her on facebook or send her an email: NyxSlaughter@gmail.com

Reviews

[Jessica Alcazar · Rating 3 out of 5]

Let me start out by saying this is a really well told story with a bunch of ways it could get #twitchy and it almost never does. Phoenyx Slaughter has skills. I've been hooked to this story from the moment I read the first word. However, this last installment didn't go so well for me. Nothing actually happened of purpose. There has to be a reason for the story. Even with installments, there has to be a purpose for the installment. I couldn't find one with Entwined. Everything that happened of any consequence you should have already known was going to happen if you paid attention to Asunder and Disconnect. This felt more like I was reading a moment in time...

The bomb that Logan dropped on Karina at the end of Disconnect didn't really explode, it just sorta kept ticking .... Did the ticking get a little louder? Yes, but not with any purpose. Nothing really escalated. Don't get me wrong, I have EVERY confidence that what lies ahead for the Iron Bulls MC family is going to get uuuuuuugly! But it didn't happen here, in this installment, and I really wish it had, because it would have added purpose and meaning...

Dante and Karina are still absolute perfection for me . I just can't get enough of Dante. He continues to surprise me with his rough and raw exterior which is in total contrast to his nurturing charming inside. And Karina continues to amaze me with her young softness, strength, perseverance and growth. Her love for Dante is unstoppable and it shows in everything she does. And the same goes for Dante. There's no doubt in my mind that Dante and Karina have an established HFN relationship with a soon to be HEA, MC style ;) But their relationship could evolve into something much greater, if Phoenyx allows it ;) She's already laid the grown work for it ... let's see where she goes with it. I'm pretty sure anyone who knows me or follows my reviews knows where I'd like her to lead their relationship, but it's not my story to tell...so we shall see :)

Lastly *sigh* I must once again bring up the daddy issue ... because it's there and it just won't go away lol In my opinion, there's a time and a place for terms of endearment. And also, sometimes they work and sometimes they don't. Terms of endearment, in order to work, have to be a part of a couple's every day language towards one another. The term of endearment daddy is a little different because it's mostly used in a sexual form. But the rules still apply. If you're going to use it, then use it and use it properly...the term can turn icky reeeeal fast ....
There's a point in the story where Karina leaves school early to go shopping and when Dante asks her about it, he doesn't like the way she's answering so he decides to get the correct answers from her by doing a little spanking. Nothing wrong with a little spanking among adults ;) but then Karina yells "Daddy! It hurts". I'm not gonna lie, I almost stopped reading. That was WAY too close to an actual daddy spanking his daughter for misbehaving and I couldn't put that picture in my head. Clearly I continued to read LOL I am a die hard fan-girl, after all!

Now let me tell you about a second instance.... So Karina is wearing the special outfit Dante asks her to wear and of course it gets him all hot and bothered so the sexy sexy is happening and ...

Dante: Are you my girl?
Karina: Yes
Dante: You gonna let me do what I want?
Karine: Yes, daddy.

Now THAT'S a perfectly legit answer from Karina in THAT moment.

So my point is this .... It seems from the beginning of this journey that the term daddy has been used on and off throughout the story line but there have been times where it most definitely did not fit and there are other times where it felt right. On a personal level, because of the age difference between Dante and Karina, I would have preferred it not used at all in the story. But again, not my story to tell :)

I'd like to leave future readers with some parting wisdom about this story as a whole ... it IS a great story that does take you on some twists and turns and WILL melt the panties right off of you! If you're an MC reader and want a story with grit and heart, love and family, growth and maturity, truth and consequences, well written and well developed with a hell of a story-line ... you just found it!

I'm looking forward to a lot more from the Iron Bulls MC and the ticking bomb that is Karina's world!

ARC was provided by the author for review

[Cheryl · Rating 4 out of 5]

I REALLY don't understand why people give books low or mediocre ratings without having read the book. It's rude and disrespectful to the author. I'm giving the book 5 stars even though I have not read it because I have been enjoying the series and want to try and balance the previous asinine rating. After the book is published and I do read the book I will update my review..........

[Julie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Baby girl?... Yes daddy?

Ok we definitely had the hot factor x10 going on. I swear baby girl got nastier each book, lol.
The sex was off the charts, this author knows how to deliver dirty! Again I don't feel there was enough story going on here. Where is Logan? I don't feel you can just insert that little bit then ~poof~ be gone. Just doesn't make sense to me! If that's not weird enough, how are we going directly to Romeo because if that was the ending for Dante and Karina, then that was as bad as the end of Sons of Anarchy! Dante is such a damn dirty~hottie, he makes all my qualms disappear, for awhile anyway! I am so HAPPY Phoenyx "heard" Romeo wanting his story next because even though I want Lucky's story, (just between me & you, I was hoping for some tense moments between Lucky and Dante regarding baby girl) I'm imagining both sex Gods, Romeo and Dante squabbling all the time! If I'm guessing though... maybe the author intends to continue on bringing all characters with her to finish up the ending when all is complete?!

[Tanya · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 O.M.G SO HOT MY KINDLE ALMOSTED MELTED STARS!!!!!!

This book was everything that was promised and so much more. Phoenix Slaughter has done it yet again with this book!!!

It was oh so hot and sexy as we followed Dante and HIS baby Girl thru all the shit that was thrown at them, as we watch her grow with more confidence in herself.

Dante is as hot and kinky as ever. (Just the way we love him) His love for his girl shine through as he helps her to deal with her ass of a father and in fulfilling some of her naughtier fantasy.

So the question is did I fall in love with this book as much as the others???? That's one hell of a YES!!!!

Pick up this book you will NOT be disappointed. It has everything and so much more in an MC romance.

I was given this ARC in return for an honest review

[Tanya · Rating 5 out of 5]

wow!!! This book was so worth the wait. I love how menacing Dante can be but yet with Karina he is so gentle and caring towards her. He's tough when he needs to be, and is determined to love and protect her and help make her dreams come true. Karina is still reeling from finding out family secrets she knew nothing about. What her father kept from her makes her have so many different emotions. she tries to act strong but inside there are questions she needs answered. Dante is always there,having her back and protecting her. I love the sex scenes, they were hot and very descriptive and the intensity they both have for each other is amazing and you just feel the love between them!!!

I also love reading Romeo and his bad horny self!!!! super excited for his book!!!! I hope there are many more books in this series, love it!!!!!

[Storm's Steamy Reads Book Blog · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sooooooooooo worth the wait!

[Quinn Murphy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Phenomenal follow up to Disconnect and Asunder! This series gets better with each book and leaves me satisfied but wanting more!

[Chris · Rating 3 out of 5]

Last installment of Dante and Karina's story and I'm really happy that this one wasn't so heavy on the "bitch". It was smoother and less intense compared to the previous two installments BUT many issues left unanswered... for example: What the hell happened with Logan?

[Belinda Donaldson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Phoenyx has done it again with another amazing instalment from the Iron Bulls MC.

This book picks up right where the previous one left of (so if you haven't read Asunder and Disconnect you need to read them first, which I also highly recommend)

Following on with Dante's and Karina's story from both POV's (which I really love in a story).

As Karina's world is turned upside down by discovering family secrets, Dante is there always as her rock. Friendship, brotherhood and families are put to the test in this book. While they are struggling with everything that is happening outside their own little world the relationship between Dante and Karina only gets stronger.

I don't want to say to much and give away the story and ruin it for everyone else.

Even though this book is a quick read it is one that I will be able to re-read and still enjoy it.

I really look forward to the next one and cant wait to read more about the Iron Bulls MC

[Jos · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 Solid Stars SPOILERS AHEAD: You have been WARNED proceed with caution

ok, so this was another great read. I loved that the story picks right up and flows seamlessly until the very end. Only bummer and I do get it because she is still young and has so much of her life yet to live, this was another HFN ending. Call me selfish, call me impatient BUT I feel anxious because I am excited to "see" where their future goes:) Yes, I imagine once her half sister's book comes out we will see even more growth and where their relationship goes, like the next step and speaking of that....we were left with him telling her how the whole initiation thing will go down.....lol should prove to be very interesting.....

OK, so why again only 4.5 stars, well again, I am not into the "daddy" calling thing but again it wasn't overused so I could tolerate it but still I can't help but cringe when I hear it lol....it's really NOT my thing at all. My other minor issue was with what happened at the latter half of the story with Luck. Hmmmmmmm......HOT yes BUT I have my reservations on it. Wished it had happened in say book one....lol just me

I DO love that we get Karina's inner thoughts on the whole Luck situation, as much as she has her fantasies and as much as Dante is willing to give her anything....I just find it weird he would have even considered this.....very conflicted on that BUT yet I LOVED hearing Karina say that if it's his fantasy she was good with it although confused because she is the one who voiced that fantasy not him BUT I loved that she said inwardly that she wouldn't be ok with sharing him with another woman BUT then proceeded to say she would prob do whatever he asked of her so THAT I was disappointed with. OK, call me selfish BUT I could see the fantasy of myself, my hubby and another guy, lololololl, OMG I know embarrassing BUT no way in hell I would share him with another woman, hehehehe. Double standard, HELL YES!!!!! LOLOLOL Anyways, that whole part left me perplexed on how I felt about the whole scene etc..... I guess given the storyline aka MC maybe I am ok with it a little because it was HOT in the book as was the first opening scene in book 1. Yet, there are other times/books, it would not be ok with me if that makes sense... See I am all over the place but nevertheless, I still enjoyed the heat between these two as well as their storyline.

Cant wait for more, now onto Romeo and Athena's story!!!!!!! YAY

[Tate · Rating 3 out of 5]

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What just happened? I mean I kinda like this stories with hot biker and pretty awesome sexy scenes but I mean... this book is left unfinished for me and I'm bit confused, I wish it would be longer so we could finished the scenes. But yes, I will read the next books and hopefully author decide to finish their HEA. :)

[Vanessa Booked Up · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hot, dirty, and DELICIOUS!! Everything that a serial series like this should be. Fast-paced, nail bitingly exciting, and sexy as hell!

Love how it started with crazy, over the top sex, but has now morphed into something WAY more for Karina and Dante.

Love this taboo biker series. Crazy addicting!

[Sheila · Rating 5 out of 5]

LOVE Dante and Karina! I'm so sad that this seems to be the last of their story, but am still looking forward to reading more Iron Bulls MC books. You really need to read these in order to get the full impact of their relationship. I wouldn't call Karina a 'little', but they do have the "daddy/baby girl" deal going on. But before you decide against it for that reason let me tell you, I don't usually get into that sort of thing but there's nothing creepy about their relationship or the way they interact. It's simply the age difference and what they choose to call each other that makes it look that way.

Karina's dad came into the picture at the end of the last book. He's a crappy dad, so this one is all about Dante protecting her from him and being there for her when he fails her. He's never been a good father, but she would've been better off in my opinion if he'd just stayed away. All he does when he's in her life is hurt and disappoint her. Dante is the only family she needs; he provides for her, cares for and loves her, and supports her in any decisions she chooses for her future. He makes her feel good about herself for the first time in her life. Yes, Dante fulfills some parental-type roles in her life but it's because she's never had that and being a senior in high school she needs it. She needs someone to be proud of her good grades and hard work, someone to make sure she does well in school and has all of her material needs met without worrying about where she's going to get money for food and clothes. Parents usually do that, in this case Dante is able to provide those things and since he loves her so much he's happy to do so.

Now...let's talk about the BEST way Dante takes care of Karina....sexually, of course! SO FREAKING HOT!! The way he has command over her body??? Makes me insanely jealous. I can't really say much more without my review getting denied but trust me...any way she can be taken, she IS. And it's written VERY well...in a way that will have you reading it over and over again. Be sure and have a cold shower and a smoke nearby!

[Willow Madison · Rating 3 out of 5]

What the fuck, Nyx?? Just what. the.

Okay. No. Let me start over. The first @ 40% is all pure sex and I was a ho on board for the long haul. Seriously - it's one sex scene followed by another and another and so on and sooooo *on* I was having a hard time concentrating on anything but my Dante.

But then.....crickets on the story front....

I love dessert. Really feel like every meal should have dessert included. But I was expecting a meal here! Where's the motherfucking meat n taters?!?!

*Sigh* The sex was really great. I could almost forgive the lack of story progression...almost. I was close to giving this a 4* but just can't in good conscience. Because now I'm left wondering what's the end for Dante and Karina? What happens in the next book, since they won't be the focus? Am I ever going to get more than gravy n chocolate cake??

I'll read the next one. But I'm tellin ya right here as a vow that will be tattooed on my sorry ass - if there isn't a happy meal in that book, there will be some serious cursing in my next review...

[Tracy Antonelli Manderson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Entwined (Iron Bulls MC #3) by Phoenyx Slaughter
5 out of 5 stars
I was given this book for an honest review….
Entwined is the third book in the Iron Bulls MC series and I have to say I love it I simply loved it even though this book is a quick read!!!!!! You will need to read Asunder and Disconnect before you read Entwined.
As the story continues it is clear that Dante and Karina have come a long way. However; there are still some things they don't know about each other. There are shocking secrets and desires that will be revealed.
We find out that Karina's world is turned upside down by discovering family secrets; Dante is there always by her side and as her rock. Dante is a mean scary biker but with Karina he shows her how she should be loved.
Can Dante and Karina’s passionate bond survive or will they be torn apart by the secrets?
I really look forward to the next book in this series and so I can read more about the Iron Bulls MC.
By
Tracy Manderso

[K.L. Donn · Rating 5 out of 5]

HOT HOT HOT!!! I love Daddy Dante!! He just keeps getting more and more Alpha? Possessive? Obsessive? All of the above? The twists and turns in this book keep me guessing and coming back for more!! I loved the kinkier look into this one... A little more Luck... A little more Romeo... Can't wait for the next one!!

[Kimkbries · Rating 5 out of 5]

I cannot say enough about the great romance of Dante and Karina. Book three of their story and it was so enjoyable to read. They are so different as individuals you would never think they would connect but are so amazing together. Great story!

[Leigh · Rating 3 out of 5]

Dante and Karina have grown closer and stronger. I like that Dante isn't in a rush on the claiming since Karina is still young, but I have no doubt she will one day be his fully in the eyes of the club.

[LaVida Brisco - One Last Page Book Blog · Rating 5 out of 5]

DANGEROUS DANTE

***ARC provided in exchange for honest review***

Phoenyx has knocked it out of the park with this steamy installment to the Iron Bulls MC. If you're familiar with this series than you know that there isn't anything that Dante won't do for his baby girl (Karina). When family secrets come to light Dante does what he does best protect Karina as much as possible. Ms. Slaughter gives us page after page of sexiness with a bit of kink thrown in along with the delicious Luck and I wanted more. This is a short and sinfully sexy read that will leave your panties wet and your heart racing. At the end we do get a glimpse of the next book and all I can say is I CAN'T WAIT!!!!

[Sarita Matthews · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing follow up to Disconnect! I really want more, more, more of Dante and Karina's story. I love how far they've come since Asunder and can't wait for what the future brings these two sexy characters.

Even though Dante is hard and gruff, his love for Karina is pure. He always has her best interests first in mind, which is why I think he's my favorite dirty-talking-gruff biker at the Iron Bulls MC clubhouse!
Can't wait for Vexed, which will be Romeo's story.

[Ashley Crapps · Rating 5 out of 5]

Phoenyx slaughter has fast become one of my fav authors and this one didn't disappoint. She was so sweet as to provide me with an ARC copy and I love her for it! This is the 3rd book in the series and I love the development of the characters. Dante is amazing! A must read! Looking forward to Romeo's story next!

[Ashley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great book by Phoenyx Slaughter! I fall more and more in love with each book that comes out in this series. I sure hope this isn't the last book for Dante and his baby girl! Can't wait to see where the next book leads.

[Maricela · Rating 5 out of 5]

Omg I'm in love with Dante..... Phoenyx has did it again I want more... Even with the age difference Karina and Dante make such a great couple can't wait for the next one I want to see what happens with Luck and Romeo and Athena ....The sex is so

[ke-sha · Rating 5 out of 5]

Guess what comes out tomorrow!!!

[Natalie M · Rating 4 out of 5]

I just love this series and was so excited to read Entwined after waiting so long for it. It was definitely worth the wait! Dante is as domineering and sexy as ever, yet he is so loving with Karina. They make a fantastic couple and I can't seem to get enough of them. This installment details more of their relationship and shows Karina getting comfortable in the MC/clubhouse environment. The exception is Romeo... and I can't blame her. He creeps me out at times and I can't really put my finger on what he's hiding. We, of course get lots of smexy times between the couple and even a bit with Luck too (I love his character)! I can't wait to read more about Luck and find out what Romeo's deal is. There are so many questions I have... like where is Hemi, what will happen with Athena and Romeo and how will things play out with Kadence . The writing really grabs you from the start and everything flows so nicely within the pages. I'll be counting the days until Vexed! I'm so grateful to the author for the advanced copy!!

** Phoenyx Slaughter kindly provided me with a copy of Entwined in exchange for an honest review**

[Alison Chewning · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was so worth the wait. I devoured this book in a couple of hours and couldn't put it down. I loved Dante I so want my very own Dante. He is so sexy and the way he talks with Karina omg its hot. This is the third book in the Iron Bulls MC series these books are so hot and so sexy. The sex is super hot in Entwined. Karina is getting ready for her high school graduation and Dante is very supportive of Karina. He is over protective of her and cares deeply for her. This book was so good I can't wait to one click this one once it goes live. Highly recommend this series!

*** review on behalf of the author ***

[Jacinda Timm-avalos · Rating 5 out of 5]

WOW Phoenyx it was so worth the wait!!

This book Dante is Karina's rock when her world is turned upside down. I love how very protective he is with her so her dad can't hurt her. The chemistry between Dante and Karina is still off the charts and Karina is growing more confidence. I can't wait to see where Phoenyx takes them in time!

[Deborah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ok now I love Dante even more 4.5 stars.

Just when I didn't think it was possible to love Dante more this book comes out and proves me wrong.
I've had this date on my calendar for what seems like ages, after the cliffhanger at the end of 'Disconnect' I couldn't wait to find out where this was going plus I was missing Dante like crazy.
As with the previous books 'Asunder' and 'Disconnect' there's tons and tons of hot sex,
Karina is settling into her life with Dante, she's more confident in both herself and him this is reflected in her behaviour at the club when once again she finds herself face to face with Melody.
Dante is amazing and in Karina he's found everything he didn't know he was looking for, I'm kinda sad that this book is the end of their story for now, and yes I know they'll still feature in other books but let's be honest you can't have too much Dante but the author hasn't ruled out another Karina book in the future so fingers crossed.
We also get a little more Luck and while I'm still hoping he gets his own book I'm happy for him to appear as much as possible in others.
The next book 'Vexed' belongs to Romeo who I must admit is not my favourite person but I'm sure it'll make an interesting read and as soon as the release date is out it will be on my calendar.

[Mariann {at} Belle's Book Bag · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is another one of my favorite series...LOVE LOVE LOVE all that is Dante and Karina. I CANNOT WAIT for Romeo next. I'm hoping that Dante and Karina will still play a major part in this series. It's definitely a HFN ending for them as I felt there was still so much left undone...especially for Karina. I get the reason why because she is young but I just wanted a little bit more of a HEA for them. I have to admit that while I LOVE Luck and am hoping he gets his own story, I was kinda confused about the outcome of what happened after the part with him, Dante and Karina. And I'm probably the only one but I really just want Dante and Karina together with no one else involved. ;)

Another great story and I'm so looking forward to more. Crossing my fingers that Romeo ends up with Athena but not really sure how that is going to all work out. Can't wait!!

[Cassandra Hall · Rating 4 out of 5]

Received ARC for honest review


I've been waiting anxiously for this book after the way Disconnect ended. I was not disappointed!! This book is steamy, filthy, dirty and dark with just enough storyline to keep you hooked. Karina is starting to explore her sexuality and Dante has no problems making sure his baby girl is not left wanting. Romeo is starting to understand and experience the chemistry of Dante and Karina's connection. Honestly I was only left wanting on the Logan issue.... was hoping for more there. I am hoping for more development in Luck and Karina's friendship in upcoming books. I am excited to see what develops in%the next installment in the Iron Bulls MC.