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Under My Skin #3
Tattooed Heart
Sometimes love is the only way to heal a broken heart.
Bull and Tarah were best friends until they couldn’t deny their feelings any longer. Just when Bull was about to make his move, fate ripped them apart. They were finished before they ever started.
Years later, Bull has given up on the idea of true love, settling for good times only. After waking up in the hospital after his heart attack, he realizes he has another chance at life, and with that, another chance at love. This time he’s not giving up so easily. Tarah will finally be his.
Just when he thinks he’s healed from his near-death experience, another obstacle is thrown in their way. Bull has a past that refuses to stay there. When secrets come to light, Tarah struggles with the decisions she has to make. After all, it’s not only about her. She has a son to think about.
Will they get their happily ever after all this time, or will sins from the past rip away their chance at love?
Bull and Tarah were best friends until they couldn’t deny their feelings any longer. Just when Bull was about to make his move, fate ripped them apart. They were finished before they ever started.
Years later, Bull has given up on the idea of true love, settling for good times only. After waking up in the hospital after his heart attack, he realizes he has another chance at life, and with that, another chance at love. This time he’s not giving up so easily. Tarah will finally be his.
Just when he thinks he’s healed from his near-death experience, another obstacle is thrown in their way. Bull has a past that refuses to stay there. When secrets come to light, Tarah struggles with the decisions she has to make. After all, it’s not only about her. She has a son to think about.
Will they get their happily ever after all this time, or will sins from the past rip away their chance at love?
222 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 2, 2022
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Mica Rae
56 books118 followersMica Rae is a contemporary romance author. She lives in Oregon with her Havanese and two Doodles. In the fall you can find her screaming at the TV while cheering for her Oklahoma State Cowboys. The rest of the year when she’s not writing or reading, her wanderlust has her traveling the globe. Her love of history currently has her on a mission to visit all thirteen presidential libraries and museums.
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June 2, 2022
5 stars
Under my Skin #3
Finally Bull's story. As Bull parks outside of his tattoo shop, Sin & Ink there's an ambulance. Going inside he finds Mia has been assaulted by some psychopath that's been stalking her, possibly her ex-boyfriend. Feeling his chest tighten, he stumbles and falls to the ground, he's having a heart attack. Everyone is in the waiting room including Tarah. Bull has loved Tarah forever and were best friends and when he was ready to make his move it was not to be. So much as happened and the years have passed by, Bull gave up on ever finding love again and instead just had lots of hookups. But just maybe he'll get a second chance, because he's not giving up this time.
Tarah has a little boy, Ollie to think about and just when she and Bull have gotten together something from the past comes knocking. Will this second chance become no chance?
Loved Bull and Tarah's story. It's great seeing the characters from the other books but am curious about Stone and will we see his story?
Under my Skin #3
Finally Bull's story. As Bull parks outside of his tattoo shop, Sin & Ink there's an ambulance. Going inside he finds Mia has been assaulted by some psychopath that's been stalking her, possibly her ex-boyfriend. Feeling his chest tighten, he stumbles and falls to the ground, he's having a heart attack. Everyone is in the waiting room including Tarah. Bull has loved Tarah forever and were best friends and when he was ready to make his move it was not to be. So much as happened and the years have passed by, Bull gave up on ever finding love again and instead just had lots of hookups. But just maybe he'll get a second chance, because he's not giving up this time.
Tarah has a little boy, Ollie to think about and just when she and Bull have gotten together something from the past comes knocking. Will this second chance become no chance?
Loved Bull and Tarah's story. It's great seeing the characters from the other books but am curious about Stone and will we see his story?
May 30, 2022
Tattooed Heart is Second Chance romance at it greatest. Bull and Tarah have love each other for long time but faith was not on their side. Then when Bull had his heart attack, Tarah was there for him, and it brings up some painful memories from the past. But that doesn’t stop them from fall for each other again. Their story is incredible with some remarkable scenes. And little Ollie is fantastic. Their journey is sweet, sexy and painful at moments but in the end. Their HEA is worth everything they have to go through to complete their family. Mica Rae did wonderful job bring us Bull and Tarah story. She gives us everything we could want and more. I definitely recommend this book.
June 3, 2022
spicy and emotional
Yes! I have been an avid follower of Mica since the very beginning and have absolutely loved all of her work!
Bull and Tarah took me on the most beautiful emotional coaster of a ride. I couldn’t put it down as soon as I started reading. I love the slow burn and angst, followed up with the hot, hot, hot passion scenes, then the laugh out loud moments, then crushing emotional blows.
Their story was so unique but also so relatable. I love that even though she makes each story unique, it is always something you can emotionally connect with and have to be there until the end when they get their HEA.
Loved it, Mica!
Yes! I have been an avid follower of Mica since the very beginning and have absolutely loved all of her work!
Bull and Tarah took me on the most beautiful emotional coaster of a ride. I couldn’t put it down as soon as I started reading. I love the slow burn and angst, followed up with the hot, hot, hot passion scenes, then the laugh out loud moments, then crushing emotional blows.
Their story was so unique but also so relatable. I love that even though she makes each story unique, it is always something you can emotionally connect with and have to be there until the end when they get their HEA.
Loved it, Mica!
May 30, 2022
I crushed on Bull from the very beginning of this series. In Mia’s book he won my heart even more.
Bull is definitely one of my favorite characters and is officially a book husband forget being a boyfriend!
In true Mica fashion this book has its moments of healing, redemption and of course hard hitting moments that make you grip your kindle and realize that you are lost in the pages of a great book.
This is by far one of my favorite second chance or should I say second shot at love romances I have read!
I absolutely devoured this book and I have no regrets.
Also Olley that little one warms my heart so much. I enjoy how we get parts of old characters along with some new.
This book is definitely one you don’t wanna miss out on I absolutely love this series and can’t wait for more
Bull is definitely one of my favorite characters and is officially a book husband forget being a boyfriend!
In true Mica fashion this book has its moments of healing, redemption and of course hard hitting moments that make you grip your kindle and realize that you are lost in the pages of a great book.
This is by far one of my favorite second chance or should I say second shot at love romances I have read!
I absolutely devoured this book and I have no regrets.
Also Olley that little one warms my heart so much. I enjoy how we get parts of old characters along with some new.
This book is definitely one you don’t wanna miss out on I absolutely love this series and can’t wait for more
June 2, 2022
It’s finally Bull’s turn! If you’ve had the chance to meet Bull in the other books of this series, you can’t help but fall in love with him. He takes care of everyone, loves everyone, and protects everyone but it’s now time for him to get what he deserves; a second chance at happiness. After all, beneath that chiseled chest and rough demeanor, there is a heart that wants and needs love. Once again, thanks to Mica Rae for expertly navigating heartbreak, love, and redemption with some jaw-dropping twists!
June 3, 2022
Bull and Tarah
This is the third book in this series and probably my absolute favorite. Bull is absolutely my book boyfriend right now because wow he’s just amazing. This is a second chance romance and it’s spicy and very emotional. Bulls character is perfection and written beautifully. He’s strong and caring and protective of those he loves. Ollie is Tarahs son and he is such a great character. He is very unique and I loved it. This was an amazing story and I highly recommend it. I can’t wait for the next book in this series.
This is the third book in this series and probably my absolute favorite. Bull is absolutely my book boyfriend right now because wow he’s just amazing. This is a second chance romance and it’s spicy and very emotional. Bulls character is perfection and written beautifully. He’s strong and caring and protective of those he loves. Ollie is Tarahs son and he is such a great character. He is very unique and I loved it. This was an amazing story and I highly recommend it. I can’t wait for the next book in this series.
June 13, 2022
*****5 Loved Stars*****
This book was so good and I did not read the first 2 in the series and I’m definitely going back to read them. Bull and Tarah’s story put my emotions through the ringer. So much timed missed if honesty would have been there since the start. Bull and Tarah get a second chance to figure it all out but it is one rocky ride filled with healing, redemption. But one these two get it right it’s a beautiful story. I really enjoyed reading this.
*****ARC from Author for review*****
This book was so good and I did not read the first 2 in the series and I’m definitely going back to read them. Bull and Tarah’s story put my emotions through the ringer. So much timed missed if honesty would have been there since the start. Bull and Tarah get a second chance to figure it all out but it is one rocky ride filled with healing, redemption. But one these two get it right it’s a beautiful story. I really enjoyed reading this.
*****ARC from Author for review*****
June 5, 2022
Wow
I don't know how Mica does it but man her books just keep getting better and better. This story has you on your toes waiting for Bull and Tarah to finally give in to what they have always known. Add in an adorable puppy and kid and this book will have you laughing and maybe a couple tears along the way. Definitely a must read. I love the real life situations all your characters go through. It makes the almost real.
I don't know how Mica does it but man her books just keep getting better and better. This story has you on your toes waiting for Bull and Tarah to finally give in to what they have always known. Add in an adorable puppy and kid and this book will have you laughing and maybe a couple tears along the way. Definitely a must read. I love the real life situations all your characters go through. It makes the almost real.
June 2, 2022
What an amazing 3rd book to the Sin and Ink series!! I didn’t think bull would be one of my favorite characters but I was wrong. He was such a big teddy bear and I loved his passion for his family and for Tarah. This book made me laugh and smile so hard and made me go awww with some of the moments I highly recommend this book!
October 25, 2022
I'm beginning to think every review I write for Mica Rae will say "this is the best one yet" but DAMN! This one is my new favorite!
I love so many things about Tattooed Heart:
-Alpha male characters with a gooey center are my drug of choice, and Bull 100% fits the bill. It doesn't hurt that he's also smokin' hot!
-Tarah's confidence and strength shine through. Despite her painful past, she knows who she is and what she wants. And she's not willing to settle for less.
-Both MC's are in their mid-forties!
-Stigmas are smashed! Mica Rae's writes characters and situations that are complex and usually underrepresented.
-The spice level of this book is 5 Alarm HOT!
If you love well-written contemporary romance, and you like it spicy, READ THIS BOOK!
I love so many things about Tattooed Heart:
-Alpha male characters with a gooey center are my drug of choice, and Bull 100% fits the bill. It doesn't hurt that he's also smokin' hot!
-Tarah's confidence and strength shine through. Despite her painful past, she knows who she is and what she wants. And she's not willing to settle for less.
-Both MC's are in their mid-forties!
-Stigmas are smashed! Mica Rae's writes characters and situations that are complex and usually underrepresented.
-The spice level of this book is 5 Alarm HOT!
If you love well-written contemporary romance, and you like it spicy, READ THIS BOOK!
June 3, 2022
was so very fortunate to have been able to take part of reading and reviewing a arc copy of Tattooed Heart by the very talented Mica Rae . There are seriously no words to express what a wonderfully written story this was and is . It’d truly a story you need to read and experience for yourself . I don’t want to give any details away but what I will say is that it’s not often I come across a author or a series that has the ability to hold my attention or make me feel as many emotions As Micas books do . I can honestly say that I have read and adored each and every one of them , she has this wonderful gift of being able to write the most Likable and relatable characters that are just so very unique and multi layered , you cannot help but to fall In love with them all . But I have to say that Bull and Tarahs journey might be my favorite so far . It truly is a emotional rollercoaster In every sense of the word . It’s angsty , emotionally charged , steamy , heartfelt , heartbreaking, , sweet , sexy , passionate, painful at times , filled with second chances, humor , witty banter , drama , love , friendships, family , and much much more . There where moments I laughed, moments I cried and moments I found myself rooting so hard . Tattooed hearts Is genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this month, it’s unforgettable and unputdownable
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May 25, 2022
Another sensitive chapter in this series. New characters introduced and previous favorite characters as well. We finally get a happy ending for Bull and Tarah. They have history and it's really complicated. Chapter 20 has an awesome description of just how complicated their family really is. Ollie is a hoot and breaks the ice a few times. Years and years of fooling themselves of being nothing at all, loved this thought. Also a great topic that's not talked about a lot, men seeking help when they need it. Overall an emotional and very satisfying read.
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March 8, 2024
4 stars
This series is as complicated as a daytime soap opera from the ‘60’s. So many interconnected love stories.
Bull is the leader of the pack. He’s a great father figure to Mia and now to Mason. And would be for Stone. But Stone is too buttoned up.
This is Bull finally getting to love and be with the great love of his life, Tarah. Tarah was the fiancée of his best friend, who died at war. Another of their friends stepped up and married pregnant Tarah to fulfill a deathbed promise.
This was hashed out in the previous book.
This one centers on Bull finally getting the woman of his dreams, his own family and his HEA.
This series is as complicated as a daytime soap opera from the ‘60’s. So many interconnected love stories.
Bull is the leader of the pack. He’s a great father figure to Mia and now to Mason. And would be for Stone. But Stone is too buttoned up.
This is Bull finally getting to love and be with the great love of his life, Tarah. Tarah was the fiancée of his best friend, who died at war. Another of their friends stepped up and married pregnant Tarah to fulfill a deathbed promise.
This was hashed out in the previous book.
This one centers on Bull finally getting the woman of his dreams, his own family and his HEA.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 22, 2023
Bull is lost plain and simple. He’s got the biggest heart but he’s never allowed himself to take what is his. Tarah wants love in the worst way but feels like she’s betraying the man she lost years before… They’re both fighting feelings and dealing with some heavy stuff. But together they’re LIFE…. I love love love Ollie he’s the sweetest and it was beautiful the way the author wrote about his diagnosis . You could tell how much love and research went into his character ….
January 20, 2023
Wow! Book three was so good! I love having the blanks filled in and getting more of the back story of each character! It was such an emotional rollercoaster! I’m so excited to see where book four goes!
March 14, 2023
Inked men
This book was just the best. It was definitely what I needed. The storyline and characters were spot on. I loved the way their lives and their stories were interacting with the previous books. Great writing and keeping your readers interested.
This book was just the best. It was definitely what I needed. The storyline and characters were spot on. I loved the way their lives and their stories were interacting with the previous books. Great writing and keeping your readers interested.
August 27, 2023
2nd chances
This was an emotional up and down, with fate stepping in to give Bull and Tarah a second chance. I loved the interactions with Ollie. You will enjoy this story, as a continuation of this series.
This was an emotional up and down, with fate stepping in to give Bull and Tarah a second chance. I loved the interactions with Ollie. You will enjoy this story, as a continuation of this series.
May 11, 2023
So good!! Not much to say. I loved everything about it. I’m hooked on this series. It has a lot of love in this story. I loved how this book had a big unorthodox family unit.
September 29, 2024
Bull & Tarah are my favorite!
Great love story!! Another great one written by Mica Rae. The storyline is great. Spicy, funny, and emotional all wrapped up!!
Great love story!! Another great one written by Mica Rae. The storyline is great. Spicy, funny, and emotional all wrapped up!!
November 29, 2025
Bull & Tarah - story was fine.
December 15, 2025
Another interesting read by Mica, she certainly keeps you wanting to know more, I really enjoyed reading this
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