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Inked Beauty #1

Beautiful Ink

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*Author's Warning*

If you do not have a whacked out sense of humor please refrain from buying this bucket full of foul-mouthed chaos. This book is a romantic comedy that is riddled with F-bombs and a variety of other colorful expletives that are sure to peel the paint off the walls. There is talk about vaginas, cockalicious peens, and a pregnant woman crazy enough to stab a fool in the neck. So, if you can handle a group of crazy, gutter-mouthed, ganja smoking best friends then, by all means, read the damn book! I guarantee you're either going to laugh 'till you pee or sit in a corner and cringe. Either way, I nailed it!

Happy Reading!

THIS BOOK IS INTENDED FOR READERS 18+ AS IT CONTAINS EXPLICIT SEX AND PROFANITY.

(Synopsis)

“Welcome to Beautiful Ink. One of these bitches will be right with you.”

When Harlow Gentry re-opened the doors to Beautiful Ink with her six best friends she never would have thought that it would sustain as the hottest tattoo shop in town. Keeping up with the long list of clients, while trying to keep a shop full of needle-wielding, crazy women in check, makes for some serious late night therapy sessions with a bottle whiskey and a big bag of chocolate.

And as if Harlow’s plate wasn’t full enough, her life is thrown for a loop when a sexy inked up blast from her past stumbles back into her life.

Slade Harrison, Vice President of Lucky Sinners MC, knows a thing or two about women. He likes em’ quiet, submissive, and easy to please. But when Harlow Gentry shows back up in his life his world is tilted on its axis. She’s like none of the women he’s ever had moan beneath him. Her fiery, independent attitude and sharp tongue was what had him intrigued all those years ago, and there’s nothing that is going to stop him from getting her back.

Who will break first?

All bets are on at Beautiful Ink…

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161 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 24, 2016

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S.L. Romines

10 books122 followers
S.L. Romines lives in a small town in Central California, and if you blink you just might miss it. She resides on a ranch with her family which she lovingly refers to as the funny farm. Between getting dish pan hands, listening to three bickering teenagers, pretending that she’s a gourmet chef (her family would like to disagree), and trying to tune out the sound of twenty-seven deranged Guinea fowl, somehow she finds the time to write about crazy characters that even make her laugh till she cries.

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Profile Image for Emily.
5,944 reviews555 followers
November 23, 2016
When Slade Harrison told his girl Harlow Gentry he needed to leave for a few months as he was working his way up the Lucky Sinner MC to become Vice President. Harlow reacts swiftly, if Slade leaves he is gone for good in her book.

One year later Slade is back and coming for Harlow. Harlow is drawing a line, she doesn't want Slade back but he keeps popping up everywhere. With her band of crazy friends they try to throw Slade off but Slade has one love and it is Harlow and he is going to do everything to convince her he is worth a second chance.

I thought this was a wickedly fun read. I thought Harlow was a hoot, her friends are all unique and I look forward to their books in the future. Slade was relentless and although you understood Harlow's reasoning, you were hoping for a reconciliation.
Profile Image for Emily.
5,944 reviews555 followers
December 3, 2016
When Slade Harrison told his girl Harlow Gentry he needed to leave for a few months as he was working his way up the Lucky Sinner MC to become Vice President. Harlow reacts swiftly, if Slade leaves he is gone for good in her book.

One year later Slade is back and coming for Harlow. Harlow is drawing a line, she doesn't want Slade back but he keeps popping up everywhere. With her band of crazy friends they try to throw Slade off but Slade has one love and it is Harlow and he is going to do everything to convince her he is worth a second chance.

I thought this was a wickedly fun read. I thought Harlow was a hoot, her friends are all unique and I look forward to their books in the future. Slade was relentless and although you understood Harlow's reasoning, you were hoping for a reconciliation.
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430 reviews15 followers
November 2, 2016
This is the first book I've read by this author and I seriously LMAO I couldn't see my kindle through of the tears. This book is one of the funniest I have read, even though there are some difficult issues being faced by some of the characters.There's loads of witty banter between Harlow and her best friend's. The way the scenes are described is hilarious. Even the bad situations were turned into positive outlook. The sex is sizzling hot and OMG I didn't want the book to end.

Harlow is a feisty tattoo artist that has grown up around the MC world. She makes her boyfriend Slade choose her and stay or leave and choose the club. He left, so it was the club. Game over she wants nothing more to do with him. A year later he breezes back into her tattoo shop like nothing was wrong. Slade wants her back. Her body is a traitorous bitch and craves him.

Will Harlow let Slade back into her heart?

Added bonus you get a sneak peak of book two Inked and Pieced. Can't wait for this book. Harlows mad as a hatter BFF Chelle's story.
Profile Image for Monica Holloway.
761 reviews26 followers
December 3, 2016
Beautiful Ink

Absolutely loved this book! It hit a lot of points for me and drew me right in. I can't wait to read more from S.L. Romines!!! Grab a copy today!!!!
Profile Image for Jamie Ellis.
1,131 reviews15 followers
October 2, 2018
Vagoobies = Priceless!!

OMG this book!! I freaking floved it. The storyline is so fast paced, the sex scenes hot 🔥AF, and the laugh out loud moments and just brilliantly written.
The rapport between the ladies of Beautiful Ink is so funny. The friendship and love they all have for each other was an amazing thing to witness. And I even learned some interesting ways to use profanity bahahaha....
Cannot wait for book two and see what shenanigans these characters come up with next. Thank you for keeping this avid reader entertained.
Thanks Jamie Nibarger Ellis
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April 6, 2020
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969 reviews15 followers
November 26, 2016
What a great read!!! What an awesome ride!! These characters are amazingly written and so well defined. I loved this group of fouled mouthed friends. They were an absolute trip! And Slade, that hot as hell bad boy is one for the books. And when he and Harlow get together the sparks fly, and in more ways than one. The story of heartbreak and love returned, friendship beyond measure Beautiful Ink will have you by the throat and won't let go until you are at the very end and chomping at the bit for the next part of the story.

Profile Image for Aundrea Mielke.
133 reviews2 followers
November 9, 2016
Funny, loving, heartbreaking, and just so damn good. LOVE the women of Beautiful Ink. What a bunch of sassy, foul mouthed, halarious, kick ass, great women. Slade yum!! I cannot wait to read Chelle's story. this book was a read in one sitting kind of book.
Profile Image for CD Keith.
390 reviews16 followers
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March 15, 2017
Ok

I just couldn't get into this story. There was no deep storyline to pull you in. I never did understand the reason Slade left if the family and MC were in town with Harlow. Plus the girl's parts in the story were lacking.
4 reviews
January 5, 2017
Mehh

This just didn't do it for me. I unfortunately had to make myself pickup the book. I really wanted to like it.
Profile Image for Tiffany Copple.
1,491 reviews69 followers
May 15, 2020
4.5 stars for Beautiful Ink by S.L. Romines and Michelle Myers. This is book 1 in the Inked Beauty Series. This story is about Harlow and Slade. Slade left for the Lucky Sinners MC, said he would be back in a couple months, Harlow did not want to hear it. If he left, he was leaving her for good. Slade broke Harlow’s heart that day. Now 1 year later and Slade is back, and he wants Harlow. This book is amazing, and the characters are fantastic. This is a funny and witty story. All of the girls at Beautiful Ink deserve their own books. They are all great characters. Harlow is a tattoo artist and know what she does and does not want. She doesn’t want Slade, but she does all at the same time. If you love crazy, funny, and inked women who know their own minds, then this is a book for you. I am ready to read more about these women.
583 reviews
April 7, 2020
Slade and the artist

I know I am not really into the book when I can’t remember characters name and for some reason while writing this review I don’t remember the main female character names. The boos is about a tattoo shop full of woman which is great! Woman empowerment, however it also has to do with slade the man she loved and left her for the club but is now back and this is where it get whiny
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64 reviews
April 22, 2020
I wanted to like it, but it wasn't fleshed out enough. I kept reading, hoping the ending would explain everything, but it just kind of ended. The reason Slade left was never mentioned. He never really grovelled, he just showed back up and harrassed Harlow until she took him back. The friends were too over the top the entire book, even when it should have been serious.
Profile Image for Katrina Hogan.
5 reviews1 follower
December 12, 2016
FRickin FANTASTIC!!!!!

I never leave reviews but as a child that has suffered through a mother with breast cancer and a douche ex this absolutely has me spinning. I laughed so hard I cried, I cried so hard I laughed. A very good read that I'll be recommending to all my friends!
735 reviews6 followers
April 12, 2020
Such a great story

Omg. The emotions this story has. You're laughing, crying, giggling. Your heart seems to be ripped out, everything jam packed together. This is a story that touches the feels
Profile Image for Evangeline Luguna.
Author 5 books7 followers
April 14, 2020
Noooooooooo

That’s not the ending I wanted..... omg nooooooo I want more....... I need more..... omg please I want more... this book was hilarious and I loved every moment of it.. especially when her and spade get caught in the cabin...
Profile Image for Jay Moore.
43 reviews1 follower
April 22, 2020
Laugh out Loud story

Love this group of friends!!!! Everyone needs this group. Needed Slade to grovel and hurt more. But overall funny story. Can't wait to read about the rest of the group.
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132 reviews4 followers
August 19, 2017
Awesome story

This was my first book by S.L.
All I have to say is what a ride.
Totally loved this story.
The twisted group was a blast to get to know.
Profile Image for Shana.
189 reviews1 follower
June 29, 2020
Very juvenile

This book was nothing but cracked out trash talk and a teeny bit of story line. I got halfway through after 3 attempts and decided I couldn't deal.
326 reviews1 follower
May 22, 2018
If you have no aversion to bad language and can get with the vibe of this book The I Absolutely Recommend this fantastic read!!!!

First Time read for me from this author , It was so deliciously refreshing to read about strong female characters who aren’t afraid to be the loud, wacky, foul mouthed individuals they are! True female friendships, were they call you out for been stupid you argue you fight but god help anyone else who hurts you they come out guns blazing, The females in this book do and say what ever they want when they want and don’t give a crap what anyone thinks!

In this book we don’t get just one we get a whole squad of them including This book is for me about sisterhood something I feel is sadly lac king in society today. A love lost and found again with ‘low’ and Slade and the friendships between these women of Beautiful Ink Tattoo Parlor. is beautiful to read. Although the story was about their relationship woes and the journey of love lost and found and eventually to HEA. This was not for me the main stay of the book, All though the author has done did an amazing job of pulling you into the story and making you feel the emotions of both characters! It was hard to pick a side in this one as I could see the reasons for the actions on both Harlow and Slade’s part, For me that story took second place to Harlow’s best friends, the other ladies of Beautiful Ink, the relationships between each and every oen of them was linked, very emotionally and raw , and as friends they took their girls side and did not make it easy on poor Slade but for good reason. He broke their friends heart and they were determined to make him earn his way back into her life!

The bond between these women is unlike anything I’ve ever read before! It was like the 3 Musketeers all for one and one for all “Hurt one, you answer to them all!” The antics of these women is truly laugh out loud, snort and pee your pants hilarious! Hands down the funniest book I have ever read for awhile and just what I needed after reading quite a few dark thenmed books. ! Combine that with sexy bad boy biker Slade and some off the charts hot, and very steamy love scenes also with side characters that are truly awesome we have one with Tourettes syndrome and boy does he have it bad but its handled well, twirl that all with A BEAUTIFUL WRITTEN BOOK and you get the whole package of a MUST READ BOOK!

Again a WARNING If you are offended by foul mouthed ladies with attitudes to match then choose another book because these girls are raw in it’s finest , If you miss out on this because of that then I can guarantee you are missing out!

Thank you S.L. Romines for my first book by you and showing everyone that women don’t need a man to make them strong or make them happy, if they have good friends who have your back no matter what , but that it’s also it’s OK to admit when you’re wrong and let love back in! I read the snippet for Chelle’s story which is the next book in the series and see what else these crazy best friends have in store for us! It’s already bought and downloaded.
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53 reviews80 followers
November 27, 2016
Absolutely fantastic read!!!! I fell in love with this author after reading her first release Bitter! It is so refreshing to read about strong female characters who aren't afraid to be the loud, wacky, foul mouthed individuals they are! They do and say what they want when they want and don't give a crap what anyone thinks of them! In this book we don't get just one we get a whole squad of them including Viv who we meet in the previously mentioned Bitter. This book is about love lost and found again with Harlow and Slade and the friendships between the women of Beautiful Ink Tattoo Parlor. The couples journey to love and HEA was not an easy one and the author does an amazing job of pulling you into the story and making you feel the emotions of both characters! It was hard to pick a side in this one as I could see the reasons for the actions on both Harlow and Slade's part but my heart was completely invested in these two finding their way back to each other! Harlow's best friends, the other ladies of Beautiful Ink, did not make it easy on poor Slade but for good reason. He broke their friends heart and they were determined to make him earn his way back into her life! The bond between these women is unlike anything I've ever read before! Another reviewer said it best- "Hurt one, you answer to them all!" The antics of these women is laugh out loud, snort and pee your pants hilarious! Hands down the funniest book I have ever read! Combine that with sexy bad boy biker Slade and some off the charts hot,steamy love scenes and you get the whole package of a MUST READ BOOK! If you are offended by foul mouthed characters then choose another book but I guarantee you are missing out! Thank you S.L. Romines for showing us that women don't need a man to make them strong or make them happy but also that it's ok to admit when you're wrong and let love back in! I cannot wait to read Chelle's story which is the next book in the series and see what else these crazy best friends have in store for us!
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53 reviews80 followers
November 27, 2016
Absolutely fantastic read!!!! I fell in love with this author after reading her first release Bitter! It is so refreshing to read about strong female characters who aren't afraid to be the loud, wacky, foul mouthed individuals they are! They do and say what they want when they want and don't give a crap what anyone thinks of them! In this book we don't get just one we get a whole squad of them including Viv who we meet in the previously mentioned Bitter. This book is about love lost and found again with Harlow and Slade and the friendships between the women of Beautiful Ink Tattoo Parlor. The couples journey to love and HEA was not an easy one and the author does an amazing job of pulling you into the story and making you feel the emotions of both characters! It was hard to pick a side in this one as I could see the reasons for the actions on both Harlow and Slade's part but my heart was completely invested in these two finding their way back to each other! Harlow's best friends, the other ladies of Beautiful Ink, did not make it easy on poor Slade but for good reason. He broke their friends heart and they were determined to make him earn his way back into her life! The bond between these women is unlike anything I've ever read before! Another reviewer said it best- "Hurt one, you answer to them all!" The antics of these women is laugh out loud, snort and pee your pants hilarious! Hands down the funniest book I have ever read! Combine that with sexy bad boy biker Slade and some off the charts hot,steamy love scenes and you get the whole package of a MUST READ BOOK! If you are offended by foul mouthed characters then choose another book but I guarantee you are missing out! Thank you S.L. Romines for showing us that women don't need a man to make them strong or make them happy but also that it's ok to admit when you're wrong and let love back in! I cannot wait to read Chelle's story which is the next book in the series and see what else these crazy best friends have in store for us!
Profile Image for Brandy Roberts.
2,082 reviews64 followers
November 30, 2016
S.L. Romines IS SUPER AWESOME SHES SUCH A BADASS . Harlow I loved write off the bat this author really knows how to make my favorite heroine shes funny has a backbone and speaks her mind . I didn't know her but the first page I saw how strong she was after what went down . Love how she didn't fall write away with Slade she fights the attraction until she couldn't anymore and I must say WOW and EXPLOSIVE. I love hot dirty talkin bikers but now I also love hot awesome tattooed chicks that are a group of sisters that know loyalty like the brothers in an MC but stronger . I laughed on so many parts , cried heartbreaking tears ,silly grind like a goof , fanned myself like it was the hottest day of summer I didn't want this book to end cant wait to see whats to come . If you haven't had the chance to read bitter you are crazy you need to one click it now like now and while you are at it one click this gem . kindly provided a copy for honest review .
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hero = 10
heroine = 10
chemistry = 10 ++++++
secondary characters = 10
pacing = 10
ending = HEA
author = LOVE
character development = 10
Profile Image for Jennifer Ellis.
407 reviews
November 10, 2016
Beautiful Ink by S.L. Romines is book 1 in her Inked Beauty Series.

Harlow has moved on with her life after the love of her life leaves her to handle some business for the MC that he is a member of. She is the successful owner of the tattoo shop Beautiful Ink along with her best friends and has convinced herself that she doesn’t need a man who puts club business ahead of her.

One night out of the blue Slade shows back up to help with a family crisis. He wants her back but she’s going to make him work for it.

There are so many funny situations in this book, I couldn’t stop laughing. It also had a serious side to it, as the women gather together to lend strength to each other as one of their own deals with a potentially life threatening illness.

The book revolves itself around men and women who grew up in the MC life. They are very raw and blunt at times and this just brings the funny to a whole new level.

While this is part of a series, it can be read as a standalone book. I’m looking forward to reading the next installment.
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2,667 reviews61 followers
November 11, 2016
What a great read! This isn’t what I would call a typical biker book, even though it is packed full of sexy, hard nosed characters that you can’t help but all in love with. This story is about love, friendship and sisterhood. The women involved with Beautiful Ink Tattoo Parlor may not be blood related but they are closer than a lot of sisters. Bound by undying friendship, these ladies are there for each other 100%. Hurt one, you answer to them all. They are sassy and outspoken (often foul mouthed) but they love hard and feel things deeply.

This story deals with heartbreak, survival, cancer, romance, with lots of “hot scenes”. But best of all the story involves alpha bikers who aren't afraid to feel and show their softer sides, at least with their women. An awesome start to what this reader feels will be an amazing series! 2 Thumbs Up for a wonderfully written storyline and I for one am anxiously awaiting book two of the series when we open Beautiful Ink Parlor #2 in Texas.
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556 reviews2 followers
November 23, 2016
This is a great read! I'm typically not crazy about MC books but absolutely felt drawn into this book right from the start.

Harlow and her group of girl friends take no crap off anyone. They support each other 100% and don't hesitate to call each other out on anything. We'd all love to have friends like these ladies.

Harlow also makes Slade work hard to get back into her good graces and also to really 'hear' her.

We have our tough motorcycle dudes that are man enough to show their softer side.

We have love lost, cancer, death. Harsh realities of life. But there is also great humor and seriously sizzling hot sex.

There is a lot of F bombs dropped throughout the book but I didn't take offense as I felt it gave the story more of what reality is for MC life.

I have been wanting to find a good laugh out loud book for quite awhile and this one is a great one!

This is the first book in this series and I'm anxiously awaiting the next one in this series!
Profile Image for Tina Todd shobe.
556 reviews2 followers
November 23, 2016
This is a great read! I'm typically not crazy about MC books but absolutely felt drawn into this book right from the start.

Harlow and her group of girl friends take no crap off anyone. They support each other 100% and don't hesitate to call each other out on anything. We'd all love to have friends like these ladies.

Harlow also makes Slade work hard to get back into her good graces and also to really 'hear' her.

We have our tough motorcycle dudes that are man enough to show their softer side.

We have love lost, cancer, death. Harsh realities of life. But there is also great humor and seriously sizzling hot sex.

There is a lot of F bombs dropped throughout the book but I didn't take offense as I felt it gave the story more of what reality is for MC life.

I have been wanting to find a good laugh out loud book for quite awhile and this one is a great one!

This is the first book in this series and I'm anxiously awaiting the next one in this series!
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2,770 reviews56 followers
August 26, 2017
Marie's Tempting Reads ARC Review
Beautiful Ink by S.L. Romines is a heck of a entertaining ride! Characters full of spark, sass, with foul language spewing forth, you just can't help but to enjoy the attitude from them. Slade is a gorgeous bad boy who turns out to be dreamy, sexy, and determined (and who wouldn't love a man like that?) while Harlow is a bit leery, beautiful, sassy, and full of tude! When you put these two together you get sparks, flames, and HEAT! Along with all of this you get enough heart and a generally great story that is plenty HOT, steamy, and yea, fun! I am SO hooked on Miss Romines writing...her stories are full of awesomenss and I am kind of in love with them.

Beautiful Ink has a gorgeous cover a great plot, feisty characters, and a wonderfully appealing storyline. Its fun, HOT, and full of sparks, its no wonder this book gets great reviews.

Beautiful Ink gets a GIVE ME MORE OF THIS FIVE SHOOTING STARS! Its a heck of an amazing read.
Profile Image for Wendy Fisher.
181 reviews4 followers
November 30, 2016
If you want laughs, tears and strong willed, sassy women, you've purchased the right book!  Harlow was left behind by her MC devoted man Slade. A year later he's back and thinks they can pick up where they left off. But that's not the case where Harlow (or her best girl friends)is concerned. He's going to have to work for it! Will Harlow let him back into her life? Is Slade being genuine? Can they have a HEA? There aren't enough words to accurately describe this book. The circle of women surrounding Harlow will have you in stitches. I've never read such descriptive words before. I laughed and I teared up as this story progressed. This was such a breath of fresh air type of read. Thoroughly enjoyed it and hope the author continues telling the stories of the friends. Give it a read, it's worth it!
382 reviews3 followers
December 20, 2016
Beautiful Ink!

This is my first time reading this book from this author and I am so glad I decided to get a sample first before buying it. This is about Harlow and her one and only love Slade who left her to go join in his fathers MC and breaking her heart and her love for him when he left. One year later he comes back to try and win her heart and love and who also deal with a devastating news about his mom. What I really love about this book is that it's about best friends, all females who own and run a tattoo shop. Love how these women stick together, have your back in any situation, their back and forth banter which is hilarious!!! I totally
Love the stuff that comes out of these women mouths it's funny as sh*t. They are sisters not of blood but by their strong bond they have. Can't wait for the next book and hope it's about Chelle and the new store.
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