Ghoul

Royal Bastards MC: Cleveland, Ohio Chapter #2

by Chelle C. Craze, Eli Abbott

I never hesitated to take a life in the name of my club, the RBMC. If they were stupid enough to cross us, then they didn’t deserve to live anyway. Other people recoiled at the thought of torturing another human being, not me. When death crawled closer, and I began to smell all those lost souls surrounding me, I found myself the most alive. I was a flawed individual, there was absolutely no questioning that. My insides were made up of too many fragmented pieces that were damaged beyond mending to ever return to normalcy…not that I ever truly knew it anyway. 


All of this was as natural to me as breathing, so questioning motives and being an enforcer was never something I did. It was not difficult to accept a life of wickedness when it was all I’ve ever known.



Insert the problem, the most gorgeous broken beauty I had ever met. Her mind was sinister, maybe even worse than my own. The dynamic between us became a messed-up game of sadism, lust, and animosity. We never knew from one second to the next if the other’s fantasies were ones driven by adoration or disgust.



To love or hate someone was intimate and elegant. Each took careful consideration for a person to feel, but the lines were often blurred with us. It wasn’t clear if either of us would survive the other, but that didn’t stop us. She was my addiction, and I was her obsession. Both of us were dangerous and unpredictable apart, but when our lives were interlaced so tightly, the result could be lethal.


This book is intended to be a prequel to the first in the series, Bad Like Me. However, each book is written so it may be read as a standalone and in any order.

Genres: Enemies To Lovers, Romance

152 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 14, 2020

About the author

Chelle C. Craze is a USA Today bestselling author, and native of West Virginian.
She has authored numerous books in the romance genre
with sub-genres
varying from MC romance, romantic suspense, & dark
romance to contemporary
romance.


Her biggest inspirations and blessings will always be 
her children.


Visit her website, www.ChelleCCraze.com, or find her on social media.


Reviews

[Nerdy Dirty & Flirty · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is my first book of this series and it certainly can be read as a stand-alone. This was on the darker side of the MC world, it was right up my alley. And now I am looking forward to more from this series to see when these other characters come into play.

Ghoul is the club's enforcer. He is ruthless and dark and a lot broken. He has a different type of role in the MC but he revels in it. He doesn't need relationships because not many can handle what he has to offer. Then comes Hazel, or Ginger.

Hazel has spent a good part of her life looking for answers. But when she is ready to put an end to her long journey she is quite thrown by what she finds. She doesn't expect Ghoul, at all. Nor does she expect what comes in her search. She is an interesting mix of feisty meets a shattered spirit.

This was certainly fast-paced, a bit bloody, part sexy, and a whole lot of interesting. I did miss some connection with our characters and I don't know if it because of the length or something else. I did want a bit more to the story and how we get to the end, I felt like I missed something from at one point to the end. But it was still enjoyable. It is a prequel and I am looking forward to where this world goes from here.

[Shirl · Rating 1 out of 5]

In the full series of the Royal Bastards MC I'm picking up a few new to me authors but this is not one. Matter of fact she might go on my not for me list. This was a pretty short book, thank God, because I don't think I could have took much more of the mindless dribble. So many words and no action. We was told what was done but not showed anything. Nada. The only action was a couple minutes of a sex scene. If you want to read about the same thought process over and over just with a bunch of different words that meant the same thing then go ahead but if you skip this one I don't think you'll miss much.

[domestic_godess_reads · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a darker MC read, my favorite kind! Ghoul is the enforcer for his chapter the RBMC. He does the dirty work, and he enjoys it. Hazel is a women set on vengeance until her entire work is shattered.
I wouldn’t classify this a romance, for most of the book the main characters did not interact much. I thoroughly enjoyed the story but wanted more interaction between the main characters.
This book is actually a prequel to the first book.

[Philomena Callan Cheekypee · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a stand-alone in the Royal Bastards MC collection. Although this is a stand-alone I enjoyed it so much I’m regretting not reading book one first. If Ghoul is anything to go by then I’ll have to go back and reread as I loved this story.

Ghoul was beyond broken. His family was his MC club and he would do everything for them. When Hazel entered his life he had a mixture of feelings. It’s hard to say more without spilling spoilers. I will say I thoroughly enjoyed this story and can’t wait to read more.

If I had a negative it would be I’d have liked to hear more of Ghouls background and a few more chapters added on... hey I’m greedy and when I love a story I don’t want it to end.

I’ll definitely be looking to read more from this author in the future.

[Yoneidis · Rating 4 out of 5]

The love story between Ghoul and Hazel, aka Ginger, is one of the most complicated and twisted in the RB series. Why? Bc Ghoul kills Ginger’s father when she is still a child and she witnessed it. And how they end up together? Let’s say that everything starts when Ginger wants to kill Ghoul and ends up seducing him. Things aren’t always what they seem and Ginger learns that in the worst possible way. Ghoul, the man who brought so much suffering to her life, in the end is the one who ends up helping and comforting her.
The truth is that I would have liked to read more about them as a couple, I hope there is another book where they appear.

[Lissa Smith Reads'~A Bookaholics Bookshelf · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rated
4 Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Owner Library

[Kathy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the second book about this chapter. This book is more a prequel than a second book in the series. Ghoul is the club’s enforcer. He doesn’t hesitate to do what needs to be done. Things change though when he meets Hazel or Ginger as he first is introduced to her as. Hazel has spent a great deal of time looking for answers. Ghoul spent time in jail because there was a witness. But not everything is not as it seems. The club is working with law enforcement to go things done that the law can’t or won’t. Hazel’s world is about to be turned upside down. Ghoul is nothing like she thought he would be. Hazel is perfect fit for Ghoul once she knows the truth and isn’t trying to go after him. Ghoul never dreamed that there would be a woman as perfect for him as Hazel. There is a lot going on surrounding them. This book was a great read. I loved how everything turned out. I feel for Hazel. She has been through so much only to learn nothing is at it seems. Ghoul has been though a fair bit as well. What they are working on is taking a toll on everyone in the club. They aren’t innocent men but the things these other men have been doing is far worse than anything the men in the club have done. I look forward to reading more books about this chapter. I am loving this collection as a whole. All the authors are fantastic and Chelle was no different.

[Barbara · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed Ghoul’s story. The author gave us a very emotional ride with two characters that have endured pain and emotional traumas that have them leading very dark and dangerous paths in life. Two souls whose paths were destined to cross years before they actually met.

Ghoul is mentally unstable, hearing and viewing things in his head differently than most, but has found a place with the Royal Bastards Cleveland MC. His thought patterns serve him well when it comes to the things he does as the enforcer for his club. Hazel has grown up with nothing but a vengeous vendetta driving her since she witnessed the death of her father at a young age. Apart they are lost in their own heads but together look out.

Nothing in life is ever as cut and dry as it appears. What happens when Ghoul and Hazel face the truth and learn how their paths were meant to cross is a thrilling ride. Kudos to the authors for a job well done.

[Jenni · Rating 5 out of 5]

My first book by this due of authors and will be back for more! this is part of the RBMC series compiled by various different authors. This is Hazel and Ghouls story. Hazel had witnessed the murder of her father by Ghoul as a child and even though he was jailed for the crime Hazel still had a burning desire for revenge, and with Ghouls early release she planned on getting it one way or the other. Ghoul had lived in the darkness and in his mind of whispers and the souls he took, when he is released he meets Hazel who brings a meaning to his life. But revenge has a way of twisting lives apart, some secrets are best left in the past and revelations are just the beginning as Ghoul never thought the woman who brought a flicker of light back to his dark heart is the daughter of the man he killed. Well written with great story line that has you gripped from page one.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[All About The Books By Clara · Rating 4 out of 5]

*** Review ***

Ghoul by Chelle C. Craze and Eli Abbott

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Amazing back story.

Ghoul is done as a standalone but its also a prequel to another Royal Bastards MC book that I now know I will need to read.

I was already interested in Ghoul's character when he saved and helped Scorch in Cyclone of Chaos.

This is hard to review without too many spoilers so it may seem brief.

I liked the main characters Ghoul and Hazel and getting points of view from each of them.

I loved the dynamic between them that the story of them meeting and getting together so much more interesting.

It was very much focused on the relationship between the two of them not much on club life or other members apart from a couple of mere snippets.

However that was what I believe it was suppose to be about. Its like a retelling of them meeting and their story.

I would definitely recommend and I will need to get Bad Like Me soon so can let you know what I think of that as well!

[Spunky N Sassy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Spunky N Sassy Rating: 4.0

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

Ghoul and "Ginger" past and present collides but who will come out unscathed? Wow, this story was so intense and I couldn't put it down. This is one MC series that you are not going to be able to stop reading. First time read for this author and it won't be my last book. This gritty and dark story that has turns that will leave you breathless.

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

This book is fabulous. Ghoul is crazy and mixed up but he will do anything for his MC. His past confronts him and Hazel has her own fire. Her dad was her life. These two take us on a ride that you will never forgot. Great writing. Spectacular storyline.

[Isabelle D'A · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you're looking for an easy to follow, hot, steamy, sexy, smooth flowing MC read that captures your attention from the start. Congratulations my friends you've found it. The characters and scenes are realistic and believable. Twists and turns and unpredictable surprises that kept my eyes on the pages and on the edge of my seat. I followed the characters fascinated as their personalities transformed and blended. Vivid detailed descriptions were so life like and on point. The storyline was solid and well defined. Cold showers may be in order when your finished. Chelle C. Craze and Eli Abbott did a remarkable job bringing this story together beautifully.

I voluntarily submitted an ARC review for this book.

[Debra Akers · Rating 4 out of 5]

Reading the blurb I wasn't sure that I first off understood the premise of the book and second that I was going to like reading it. The story is different than ones I have read before...the main characters Ghoul and Hazel (Ginger) have history from her witnessing him killing her father...she in turn goes to a party 10 years later to kill him. Hazel eventually learns some really hard truths about her father and it turns her life and everything she has ever believed in upside down and Ghoul is there to help her pick the pieces back up. There is a bit of everything in this one...murder, child trafficking, FBI, revenge plots...the epilogue was a little crazy but I do love how it shows them together down the road.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Elsie Pitt · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have waited for this book since I first saw it. I am totally, irrevocably in love with ALL THINGS ROYAL BASTARDS MC! Chelle and Eli know what they are doing. The authors bring it dark, gritty and downright dastardly in such a way that you the reader become so invested with these characters you do not want the ride to be over! This book although short does not skimp on story! This had me glued to my kindle and I even went back and reread it! Yes Ghoul and Hazel got under my skin and into my soul! It packs a punch! So get ready because nothing prepares you for what you are about to partake it will be simply FANTASTIC! PHENOMENAL JOB!

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Tracy · Rating 4 out of 5]

MC lite with a twist

I purchased this book via Amazon and am leaving my review voluntarily. It is part of the multi-author Royal Bastards MC series. 

Triggers:
torture, murder, illegal drug use, talk of child sex trafficking

Spoilers:
Ghoul, part of the MC. lives hard/plays hard. he does what needs to be done.

Hazel, mom is a drug addict. raised by her grandma. traumatized as a child by her fathers murder, dreams of revenge.
When she finds out one of the men responsible for her fathers murder is out of prison, she goes after him.

And this is where the story gets a bit disturbing but the authors explain it away very quickly. (and it is believable) Time flies. I wish there had been a little more push/pull or "drama/angst" between the 2 msin characters. HEA

[TinaMarie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ghoul is a prequel to 'Bad Like Me.' This is Ghoul and Hazel's story. This is an enemies to lovers tale, with a compelling MC storyline but weak relationship storyline. Too much time was spent in their heads and not enough time interreacting with each other.

Ghoul and Hazel are two broken, dysfunctional people that start to co-habitate while Hazel struggles to rebuild herself after her worldview is drastically shifted. There are some wonderful moments between them but I needed and wanted more.

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[Rose Brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very Unique MC tale!
“Ghoul” is Hazel and Ghoul’s twisted love story. Hazel was 10 years old when her father, an undercover cop was murdered by Ghoul. Hazel vowed revenge against the Royal Bastards MC and against Ghoul specifically. At 20 years old, Hazel felt it was time. This original, and well-written dark MC tale is filled with violence, betrayal, action, drama, and burning hot chemistry. This tale is about two broken souls that find peace and acceptance in each other. I loved this tale and am excited about the next book.

[Joy Whiteside · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book and there was no putting it down no matter what I needed to do. It will grab you and keep you reading till the very last page is read. These characters are so real, that you feel as though you know them and you arn't sure whether they are friend or foe. It is an amazing read that will have you hooked and as soon as you are done you are needing more bikers. This book needs to be read, there is no doubt about it.

[Tee loves Kyle Jacobson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lord can I just say that I love The Royal Bastard MC books. They are filled with everything you want in an MC book and so much more.

I started reading about Ghoul and Hazel and could not put their story down. They both had some serious issues but together they were explosive. This is another must read by The Royal Bastards MC.

So go on out and one click this bad boy. I promise you won't be disappointed!

[Penny Ellgass · Rating 5 out of 5]

A 5 but I wanted more at the end. Thank god there is another story about Ghoul comming.
Loved and hated what happened for Hazel. The loss, revenge need, hate she felt at the death of her dad. The betrayal, hate, hope, love and acceptance she went through just slayed me.
The story touches on abuse and mental illness, and how you live with it.
I strongly recommend this book to anyone who likes MC stories.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Sherry Hays · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved reading this book.
Ghoul is the 2nd book in the Royal Bastards MC
Cleveland, OH Chapter.
We met Ghoul in the first book, he's Scorch's uncle.
The story was very well written and sucked me in from page one.
Ghoul and his girl have interesting chemistry.
Loads of MC action thrown into the plot to make
things interesting.
I would recommend this book to others.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Irene Talbert · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the prequel to the first book in the Royal Bastards MC: Cleveland, Ohio series. It's a fast-paced and standalone book that will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish.
Ten years ago, the h witnessed the death of her father by the H. Now, she's out to kill him! But things aren't always what they seem with what her father was doing. Trafficking children!
Read to find out what happens.

[Lora Cimino · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love Hazel and Ghoul

This book is not just another biker romance. How Hazel aka Ginger and Ghoul find each other is very unique. She came to him with revenge in her heart and eventually she just gave him her heart without revenge. They have a past which they let go of and work toward a future. He leads her to a very traumatic truth and she finds her safe place by his side. I loved this book and highly recommend it. I can't wait to read he next book in the series.

[Fran Zoch, LSoR · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is dark gritty and all kinds of awesome wrapped in a great MC book!!!

I have gotten to read all the RBMC books released so far and each author puts their own spin on each chapter and makes you want to join the MC.
I will add more to this review when it releases but I will say this these two will.make you shake your head, want to slap them and hug them

[Mari (Mystics & Metaphysics Book Blog) · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love that this is a prequel to the first book that came out but can be read as a standalone so reading one or the other first won't matter, although it does put some things into perspective. I felt for Ghoul and Hazel. Their chemistry and attraction is undeniable. There are some hard themes here and darkness but I loved it.

[Elysian Fields · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a really fun dark MC read. I liked how the darkness, vengeance, violence and action was highlighted but not overwhelming. The characters were unique and I really felt their desire for each other. I have not had the pleasure of reading this author before but I will be reading her moving forward. This story was fun to read and a great escape from life for a few. 3.75 stars.

[Andrea Floyd · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book

A totally different story filled from the headlines, a dirty cop who traffics children, his daughter who is a witness to his demise, a rough alpha biker, a brotherhood sworn to protect and help the FBI, many years later a twisted relationship grows into something more after the daughter realises how bad her father was. Can you love a murderer.

[Lynne Garlick · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great read.

Another great addition to the Royal Bastards MC series. This kinda broke my heart a little.
Hazel witnessed something horrific and spends the next 7 years planning her revenge......but when it comes down to it, she can't. When Ghoul figures out who she is, feelings are involved and not all is as it seems.
What a read!

[J. Ockenhouse · Rating 5 out of 5]

What I liked about GHOUL was definitely the brokenness of the leads. Ghoul and Hazel star in a dark MC romance and take vengeance to a whole new stage.

Hazel starts out questioning and observant which I liked. Ghoul has his past and the demons that follow him. These two together are lethal in the best of darkest ways. I received an ARC for an honest and voluntary review.

[Sharon · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the second book that I have read by this author, I chose to read this book after seeing the book cover and reading the blurb. It’s a fairly short book to read and it’s a brilliant book to read. The story is fast-paced and no matter how bad these characters are I couldn’t help but love them!

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.