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Holeshot #3
Bike Business
Apex Racing is expanding and absorbing Pilot and his lovers. Everyone is happy with it…except Johnny. He's feeling constantly left out and more alone than ever before. It's time to seek out his own win, and find his holeshot even if its off the track and away from Pilot.
Gavin is determined to put together the hottest Supercross team, and he wants that to include Bryce Nickels, but that seems almost impossible since he signed with Apex. Perhaps, he needs a new angle, like the sexy business partner of the bodyguard, Johnny Killebrew. Maybe he'll sign on more than he bargained for.
Everyone is chasing their own dreams, but Johnny isn't sure he even has one.
Gavin is determined to put together the hottest Supercross team, and he wants that to include Bryce Nickels, but that seems almost impossible since he signed with Apex. Perhaps, he needs a new angle, like the sexy business partner of the bodyguard, Johnny Killebrew. Maybe he'll sign on more than he bargained for.
Everyone is chasing their own dreams, but Johnny isn't sure he even has one.
- GenresSportsM M Romance
228 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 23, 2019
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About the author
Lynn Michaels
81 books301 followersLynn Michaels lives and writes in Tampa, Florida where the sun is hot and the Sangria is cold. When she’s not writing she’s kayaking, hanging with her husband, or reading by the pool. Lynn writes Male/Male romance because she believes everyone deserves a happy ending and the dynamics of male characters can be intriguing, vulnerable, and exciting. She has both contemporary and paranormal titles and has been writing since 2014. Her stories don’t follow any set guidelines or ideas, but come from her heart and contain love in many forms.
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August 23, 2019
this was so amazing.. so many mixed emotions and complications.. but the best kind of both. haha the writing is superb as always because this author is amazing.. the characters were fun and interesting and i loved this.. awesome part of this series and made me happy to read. wonderful job!
October 9, 2019
LOVE THIS SUPERCROSS!!!
This is Johnny's story. Johnny is not a Supercross racer or even a fan of the sport. He is Pilot's best friend. After he met Gavin, a recruiter for a Supercross team, Johnny's life completely changed. Gavin is different than anyone he has ever met. Into a little different sex, protective and flashy. These two have a unique relationship. Johnny needs to be commanded and Gavin loves to command. This story was a lot different than the other HOLESHOT books. It's just as GREAT, hot and complicated. These can be read as standalones but I love a great series. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK AND THIS EXCITING RACING SERIES!!!!!
This is Johnny's story. Johnny is not a Supercross racer or even a fan of the sport. He is Pilot's best friend. After he met Gavin, a recruiter for a Supercross team, Johnny's life completely changed. Gavin is different than anyone he has ever met. Into a little different sex, protective and flashy. These two have a unique relationship. Johnny needs to be commanded and Gavin loves to command. This story was a lot different than the other HOLESHOT books. It's just as GREAT, hot and complicated. These can be read as standalones but I love a great series. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK AND THIS EXCITING RACING SERIES!!!!!
September 15, 2021
Johnny is feeling left out as his long-time childhood friend Pilot finds love with not one but two younger men who are drivers in the Supercross dirtbike circuit. Readers discover that the bookkeeper for his uncle's Trident Security company linked his dream of being a co-owner to a life he had planned with Pilot. With Pilot committed to two other men, Johnny's goals and dreams are in tatters. He develops a relationship with Gavin, a manager for the team reeling from the arrest of the driver who was behind the harassment and attacks on Davey and Tyler. Gavin abandons his goals to lure away Bryce by manipulating Tyler and develops solid plans to win promising drivers for his team all while building and strengthening his relationship with Johnny.
As Johnny wrestles with changes in the dynamics of his relationship with Pilot, Gavin wrestles with his jealousy of Pilot as someone Johnny continues to rely on in time of need. In the end, Johnny makes three major changes in his life. He relinquishes his goal to join Pilot in becoming half-owner of his uncle's security company. He relocates from Colorado to California and moves in with Gavin. Lastly, Johnny accepts employment on Gavin's team to further his bookkeeping skills and develop new ones.
I must admit that my knowledge of the storyline for this book is sketchy as I found myself fast-forwarding past the BDSM sex scenes that were not predictably located at any point in the novel's chapters. Such made it difficult to navigate to the other relevant events in the book. Many writers choose to start and/or end a chapter with a sex scene, making it possible for the reader to more easily disengage from erotic content they may find excessive, uninteresting, or distressing. Most may find BDSM marvelously stimulating but it can be disturbing and repulsive for other readers, especially when the book's synopsis does NOT indicate it as a quality sexual interaction between characters in the story. BDSM can serve as psychoemotional triggers, especially for those suffering sexual trauma.
As Johnny wrestles with changes in the dynamics of his relationship with Pilot, Gavin wrestles with his jealousy of Pilot as someone Johnny continues to rely on in time of need. In the end, Johnny makes three major changes in his life. He relinquishes his goal to join Pilot in becoming half-owner of his uncle's security company. He relocates from Colorado to California and moves in with Gavin. Lastly, Johnny accepts employment on Gavin's team to further his bookkeeping skills and develop new ones.
I must admit that my knowledge of the storyline for this book is sketchy as I found myself fast-forwarding past the BDSM sex scenes that were not predictably located at any point in the novel's chapters. Such made it difficult to navigate to the other relevant events in the book. Many writers choose to start and/or end a chapter with a sex scene, making it possible for the reader to more easily disengage from erotic content they may find excessive, uninteresting, or distressing. Most may find BDSM marvelously stimulating but it can be disturbing and repulsive for other readers, especially when the book's synopsis does NOT indicate it as a quality sexual interaction between characters in the story. BDSM can serve as psychoemotional triggers, especially for those suffering sexual trauma.
September 29, 2019
I'm going to start by saying this was the first book of Lynn Michaels' Holeshot series that I read. Was it smart to start with #3? Probably not but it is what I did so I had to deal with it😉😉. I can't say I was lost at all or that I didn't enjoy Johnny and Gavin's journey but there were times I felt like something was missing and I know that is down to me for not starting at the beginning. This is the main reason I only gave this 4 bookmarks. Unfortunately, time is not on my side and I probably won't get to go back and read Holeshot from the beginning until 2020 and when I do I'm sure I'll re-read Bike Business at that time and I suspect knowing the series will increase my rating of this entry. I should also mention that I am not a follower of motorcross or any kind of motorcycle or bike sports but the author had a way that makes those of us who are not into the sport understand everything from the sport itself to the pull the characters feel towards their passion.
As for Johnny, well there were times that his demeanor towards Gavin seemed a bit abrasive but I think that had more to do with his heart leaning toward someone else(another point that I think I might have fully appreciated more knowing the earlier entries), I can't say it made me dislike him but I certainly wanted to smack him upside the head a couple of times😉. As for Gavin, well he is interesting and quite frankly a perfect fit for Johnny. I was cheering for the pair all the way.
Lynn Michaels has created another wonderful read that will delight fans of motorcross as well as those of us who don't follow the sport. The characters draw you in and despite some of Johnny's early attitude you can't help but love them. Bike Business is a journey of romance, friendship, love, drama, heat(oh the heat), and finding that something and someone that makes everything come together. As I started with, I wasn't lost by starting with book 3 but I did feel as if a part of Johnny's journey was missing but again that was down to me not starting from the beginning and not the author's writing. I look forward to starting from the beginning, re-reading this entry, and any future installments. Definitely a winner for fans of intriguing characters, interesting settings, and wonderfully blended drama and romance.
As for Johnny, well there were times that his demeanor towards Gavin seemed a bit abrasive but I think that had more to do with his heart leaning toward someone else(another point that I think I might have fully appreciated more knowing the earlier entries), I can't say it made me dislike him but I certainly wanted to smack him upside the head a couple of times😉. As for Gavin, well he is interesting and quite frankly a perfect fit for Johnny. I was cheering for the pair all the way.
Lynn Michaels has created another wonderful read that will delight fans of motorcross as well as those of us who don't follow the sport. The characters draw you in and despite some of Johnny's early attitude you can't help but love them. Bike Business is a journey of romance, friendship, love, drama, heat(oh the heat), and finding that something and someone that makes everything come together. As I started with, I wasn't lost by starting with book 3 but I did feel as if a part of Johnny's journey was missing but again that was down to me not starting from the beginning and not the author's writing. I look forward to starting from the beginning, re-reading this entry, and any future installments. Definitely a winner for fans of intriguing characters, interesting settings, and wonderfully blended drama and romance.
August 22, 2019
So,here's the question: what could make introverted, lonely Johnny come out of his shell? And more importantly, make him get over the years long infatuation with his best friend? No problem,because Lynn Michael's dirty mind comes with the perfect solution: make Johnny meet caring, commanding and kinky Gavin.
Hot premises for a story,right?
The chemistry between these two is off the charts and their sensual encounters are scorching. Ah,but that's the easy part,no issue there! Johnny was happy with the way Gavin managed to bring out sides of him ne never knew he had. It only started getting tougher when feelings got involved. I'll admit it was frustrating to watch Johnny retreat within himself or choose to stay away from Gavin whenever he felt too emotional, it seemed like a one step forward, two steps backwards kinda dance.
But,after all,the best kind of love is the one you have to work for,right? The author surely hasn't made it easy for either of them,but Gavin and Johnny eventually realize which are their priorities, they are obviously made for each other,both professionally and personally.
And I really liked how Lynn Michaels turned the bike racing business into a side character,as well described as all the others. Necessary, considering how huge part of Johnny and Gavin's lives revolve around it. And it only made the book all the more fun to read.
So,be ready to enjoy a charming romance with the soundtrack of rumbling engines. I loved it!
Hot premises for a story,right?
The chemistry between these two is off the charts and their sensual encounters are scorching. Ah,but that's the easy part,no issue there! Johnny was happy with the way Gavin managed to bring out sides of him ne never knew he had. It only started getting tougher when feelings got involved. I'll admit it was frustrating to watch Johnny retreat within himself or choose to stay away from Gavin whenever he felt too emotional, it seemed like a one step forward, two steps backwards kinda dance.
But,after all,the best kind of love is the one you have to work for,right? The author surely hasn't made it easy for either of them,but Gavin and Johnny eventually realize which are their priorities, they are obviously made for each other,both professionally and personally.
And I really liked how Lynn Michaels turned the bike racing business into a side character,as well described as all the others. Necessary, considering how huge part of Johnny and Gavin's lives revolve around it. And it only made the book all the more fun to read.
So,be ready to enjoy a charming romance with the soundtrack of rumbling engines. I loved it!
August 23, 2019
Johnny is feeling adrift. His best friend/brother Pilot is in a relationship with his two young boyfriends.
Where does that leave Johnny? On the outside looking in, unable to express his unrequited love for Pilot. When he meets Gavin at a motocross event, they hit it off and sparks fly.
Gavin is involved in the business of motocross and is hellbent on putting together a team of talent.
He exudes confidence and exerts his dominant nature over Johnny who didn't even know this was something he needed.
During the course of their relationship, Johnny begins to realize that his dream of owning his uncle's security firm has changed, along with his feelings for Pilot.
We get plenty of excitement with the races, and there's family drama.
An unexpected emergency brings back Johnny's father into his life and he's a horrible man.
Johnny comes to the realization that dreams change and it's ok to pursue new ones.
Gavin helps Johnny find confidence in himself by being steadfast.
It was wonderful getting to see these characters find their HEA.
Where does that leave Johnny? On the outside looking in, unable to express his unrequited love for Pilot. When he meets Gavin at a motocross event, they hit it off and sparks fly.
Gavin is involved in the business of motocross and is hellbent on putting together a team of talent.
He exudes confidence and exerts his dominant nature over Johnny who didn't even know this was something he needed.
During the course of their relationship, Johnny begins to realize that his dream of owning his uncle's security firm has changed, along with his feelings for Pilot.
We get plenty of excitement with the races, and there's family drama.
An unexpected emergency brings back Johnny's father into his life and he's a horrible man.
Johnny comes to the realization that dreams change and it's ok to pursue new ones.
Gavin helps Johnny find confidence in himself by being steadfast.
It was wonderful getting to see these characters find their HEA.
August 11, 2019
Johnny loves his best friend. But Pilot is in love with someone else, two someone’s actually. Adrift, Johnny has no idea what he wants to do. The dream about owning the business with Pilot seems tarnished somehow.
Enter Gavin, bossy, sexy, kinky, and exactly what Johnny needs. Their attraction to each other is tempered by Johnny’s feelings for Pilot and Gavin’s job which involves a lot of travel. But their feelings get stronger and soon become love. Issues still abound though
I really like Johnny. He is one of those characters you can’t help but fall in love with. Gavin is a take control kind of guys which is exactly what Johnny needed.
I understand nothing about motocross, but lack of knowledge didn’t hinder my the enjoyment of the book. Many familiar characters appeared. I suggest reading the other books in the series.
Be warned, sexy men with toys and they aren’t afraid to use them. Nice story.
I received an arc of this book from the author.
Enter Gavin, bossy, sexy, kinky, and exactly what Johnny needs. Their attraction to each other is tempered by Johnny’s feelings for Pilot and Gavin’s job which involves a lot of travel. But their feelings get stronger and soon become love. Issues still abound though
I really like Johnny. He is one of those characters you can’t help but fall in love with. Gavin is a take control kind of guys which is exactly what Johnny needed.
I understand nothing about motocross, but lack of knowledge didn’t hinder my the enjoyment of the book. Many familiar characters appeared. I suggest reading the other books in the series.
Be warned, sexy men with toys and they aren’t afraid to use them. Nice story.
I received an arc of this book from the author.
August 8, 2019
Gavin and Johnny complimented one another perfectly. Gavin came across as a hard ass at times, but we also saw a lovely caring side to him in his involvement with Johnny.
Johnny comes across as quiet and lacking in self esteem. However, Gavin seems to, when they're together, bring out the best in him, and visa versa. They are such opposites, but so good together.
Their relationship is very well written, and the whole thing is believable. I loved the way in which it developed, along with their characters. The story is of course about bike racing. I enjoyed reading about Gavin building his business, he worked so well with Johnny. It was an interesting part of the book.
I also enjoyed meeting the characters from previous books, as well as some new secondary characters. Overall an enjoyable book and I will be looking out for the next in the series.
Johnny comes across as quiet and lacking in self esteem. However, Gavin seems to, when they're together, bring out the best in him, and visa versa. They are such opposites, but so good together.
Their relationship is very well written, and the whole thing is believable. I loved the way in which it developed, along with their characters. The story is of course about bike racing. I enjoyed reading about Gavin building his business, he worked so well with Johnny. It was an interesting part of the book.
I also enjoyed meeting the characters from previous books, as well as some new secondary characters. Overall an enjoyable book and I will be looking out for the next in the series.
August 19, 2019
3.5 Stars
I love motocross and Lynn Michaels has done her homework. She writes a dirty, sexy story and does it well.
I had a hard time with Johnny. I honestly thought he was kind of a jerk towards Gavin. He was so hesitant, then always picking a fight. Gavin had shown him repeatedly how much he cared and how much he wanted Johnny's respect, but he still didn't give him what he needed.
Gavin was awesome. He balanced his very busy, hectic, classy job and travel with Johnny's needs like a pro and was the perfect boyfriend. I was thrilled when he finally got what he'd wanted from the relationship!
Overall, it was a fun, deep dive into motocross and new and upcoming riders and a great look into the role of BDSM to help heal.
I love motocross and Lynn Michaels has done her homework. She writes a dirty, sexy story and does it well.
I had a hard time with Johnny. I honestly thought he was kind of a jerk towards Gavin. He was so hesitant, then always picking a fight. Gavin had shown him repeatedly how much he cared and how much he wanted Johnny's respect, but he still didn't give him what he needed.
Gavin was awesome. He balanced his very busy, hectic, classy job and travel with Johnny's needs like a pro and was the perfect boyfriend. I was thrilled when he finally got what he'd wanted from the relationship!
Overall, it was a fun, deep dive into motocross and new and upcoming riders and a great look into the role of BDSM to help heal.
August 22, 2019
Wow! I can honestly say there is no one I would rather have as a supercross racing teacher, than Lynn. Once again she proved to me that knowing zilch about the sport (well, almost zilch) does not matter at all when reading one of her books!
The story is absolutely captivating. While revisiting previous MCs, we also experience a budding relationship between two complicated men. Johnny and Gavin do NOT have it easy in the first place and, to boot, they put a lot of effort into complicating the situation even further.
Lynn Michaels did a great job of capturing a pletora of different conflicting emotions in a way that lets the reader into the MCs' heads. Awesome book.
I received an ARC of the book and leave an honest review.
The story is absolutely captivating. While revisiting previous MCs, we also experience a budding relationship between two complicated men. Johnny and Gavin do NOT have it easy in the first place and, to boot, they put a lot of effort into complicating the situation even further.
Lynn Michaels did a great job of capturing a pletora of different conflicting emotions in a way that lets the reader into the MCs' heads. Awesome book.
I received an ARC of the book and leave an honest review.
October 10, 2019
Bike Business by Lynn Michaels is a story about MotoCross racing. Johnny’s best friend, Pilot, and he went into business together, but they drifted apart when Pilot fell in love with another man. Two other men to be precise. Johnny’s feeling left out, literally a fifth (well, fourth really) wheel. He’s not even into the racing, he was just into Pilot.
Enter Gavin, a strong and dominating man. Is this finally the relationship Johnny needs? Can he separate the business from his friend, and now his lover?
I enjoyed this story, though I didn’t read the earlier books. It was fine as a stand-alone, but reading all of them is probably advisable for the background information. It didn’t matter I’m not into racing. This is a life story, A love story, set in the racing environment of MotoCross.
Enter Gavin, a strong and dominating man. Is this finally the relationship Johnny needs? Can he separate the business from his friend, and now his lover?
I enjoyed this story, though I didn’t read the earlier books. It was fine as a stand-alone, but reading all of them is probably advisable for the background information. It didn’t matter I’m not into racing. This is a life story, A love story, set in the racing environment of MotoCross.
August 24, 2019
Mix motocross, sexy men, a bit of angst and lots of love and you have a great story. I love how this author can captivate me and get me totally engaged in her stories. I enjoyed the story-line and found the characters enjoyable and likable. This was an emotional story and these guys had to work for the happiness.
Johnny and Gavin are fun, sexy, steamy and will catch your attention and hold it for the ride. Grab your copy and enjoy!
I am so enjoying the Holeshot series and love that we now have Bike Business as part of that series.
I was gifted this book from the author and i freely give my honest opinion and review.
Johnny and Gavin are fun, sexy, steamy and will catch your attention and hold it for the ride. Grab your copy and enjoy!
I am so enjoying the Holeshot series and love that we now have Bike Business as part of that series.
I was gifted this book from the author and i freely give my honest opinion and review.
August 28, 2019
Man I truly love this series!! Lynn Michael’s is the queen of Motocross writing!! Johnny has been trying to move on from Pilot, it’s his best friend but Pilot has two men in his life. Johnny feels adrift, odd man out. Then Gavin walks in, things change then.
Johnny should be getting ready to take over Trident Security but that is not his dream, but trying to tell his uncle that is hard. Gavin gives him be strength and courage to go after what he wants. Both guys help each other all while falling in love.
A fantastic story, laughter, fun, races, friends getting together, all leading to that forever commitment. Life is so much sweeter with the one you love!
Johnny should be getting ready to take over Trident Security but that is not his dream, but trying to tell his uncle that is hard. Gavin gives him be strength and courage to go after what he wants. Both guys help each other all while falling in love.
A fantastic story, laughter, fun, races, friends getting together, all leading to that forever commitment. Life is so much sweeter with the one you love!
August 23, 2019
I absolutely adore the Holeshot series even though my super cross knowledge is very limited its in no way off putting.
I loved Johnny and Gavin even when Johnnys inventiveness gave me eye twitches..He needed Gavin to combat his loneliness and hurt and boy did Gavin do just that with love,compassion and a ton of kinky sexy times..
Lynn did a fantastic job of combining love,moto sport,kink and just enough angst to keep the pages turning.
I loved Johnny and Gavin even when Johnnys inventiveness gave me eye twitches..He needed Gavin to combat his loneliness and hurt and boy did Gavin do just that with love,compassion and a ton of kinky sexy times..
Lynn did a fantastic job of combining love,moto sport,kink and just enough angst to keep the pages turning.
August 18, 2019
Bike Business is part of the Holeshot series by Lynn Michaels. It is fun and steamy. Johnny and Gavin are sexy men and together they heat of the pages. They definitely fit well and are exactly what the other needs. Just a taste of angst, a little kink, some motocross and a lot of love... this book delivered on the emotions. A wonderful and satisfying read.
I received an advanced reader's copy of the book and I am voluntarily leaving my honest review and recommendation.
I received an advanced reader's copy of the book and I am voluntarily leaving my honest review and recommendation.
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August 3, 2019
Bike Business (Holeshot #3) (ARC) was graciously provided to me by the author for an honest review. I will voluntarily read this book and provide my honest opinion. Review to follow.
August 10, 2019
I received this book as an ARC from Lynn Michaels. Bike Business is part of Lynn's Holeshot books. And so far my favorite. I just love Johnny and Gavin's story. I could just feel the emotions these two have for each other. Lynn Michaels did an amazing job! I'm excited to see what she comes out with next!
August 9, 2019
This was an absolutely brilliant addition to the Holeshot series, I loved it and I don't even follow motocross. Johnny and Gavin were such well-written characters, engaging and likable, I could't help being drawn into their journey. I seriously enjoyed following along with them on their road to their happy ending.
*I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book*
*I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book*
August 24, 2019
I love this new addition to the Holeshot series!! Johnny and Gavin are amazing characters. Lynn Michaels has done an amazing job in pulling me into their story and I absolutely love it. I felt all the emotions that is going on in this story and it just made me love it even more.
August 27, 2019
Lynn Michaels had done it again! I've really enjoyed reading the first two books in this awesome series, and this powerful, grab-you-by-the-feels, fast paced, interesting, fascinating, action packed, and smoking hot story is an amazing addition to this marvelous series.
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