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Mama…
I don’t have much in this world beyond The Devil’s Handmaidens MC, and I’ve always been okay with that. My sisters are my life, our mission my reason for being. But that all changes when a little boy chooses me to be his protector, to be his voice.

When I take him home, my plan is to drop him off and get out of dodge. Unfortunately, I’m met with a father who doesn’t know how to drag himself out of the pits of Hell. And for some reason beyond my understanding, I want to help. I just have to convince the man, and my club, that I can.

But helping them isn’t the only problem I’m facing. No, I also have to help stop the new threat to the club and community, all the while protecting the boy and the man I’m coming to regard as family.

Benson…
Losing my wife was the hardest thing I’ve ever had to deal with in my life. At least, until the day my son was kidnapped. When the police came up against dead end after dead end, I thought he was lost forever. My world became a black hole I couldn’t escape from.

I drown myself in booze, every day trying to numb the pain of my new hellish existence. It never works, but my heart doesn’t seem to care. That is, until a woman shows up on my doorstep, with my son in tow. I know I need to be the father my son deserves, but it’s not easy. And it’s made harder when the woman insists on helping because she makes me want more than to simply get better. She makes me want to be the man I thought was long dead.

When evil reappears, threatens to destroy the new life I’m building, can I keep those I love safe, or will the bad guys win again?

Devil's Handmaidens MC is a multi-author world focusing on a badass all-female MC with various chapters/locations written by some of your favorite MC authors.

136 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 8, 2023

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Andi Rhodes

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Andi Rhodes is an author whose passion is creating romance from chaos in all her books! She writes MC (motorcycle club) romance with a generous helping of suspense and doesn’t shy away from the more difficult topics. Her books can be triggering for some so consider yourself warned. Andi also ensures each book ends with the couple getting their HEA! Most importantly, Andi is living her real life HEA with her husband and their boxers.

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Profile Image for Doris.
3,632 reviews138 followers
June 5, 2023
Mama The Rescuer

When the Devils Handmaidens MC takes down another human trafficking ring it’s Mama that finds Simon, a little boy that was taken about six months ago. As they try to find his father in order to give him back, Mama is at her wits end with the way the man is ignoring her.

Benson Green has lost a lot in his life so when his son was taken, he lost his way. Good thing Mama takes charge but it is her past that is coming up and taking things to a whole new level. What an awesome read with twists, turns and surprises that had me turning pages just to see where things were headed. What a great HEA for all involved.
Profile Image for Suzana.
691 reviews26 followers
June 8, 2023
*ARC kindly provided by the author and I’m leaving an honest review*

5*

✔Contemporary romance
✔Romantic suspense
✔Single father / MC enforcer
✔MC romance
✔Loyalty and brotherhood
✔The mystery, secrets and danger they are thrown into
✔Enough suspense, pain and emotional baggage to fill a room
✔Fun cast of supporting – secondary characters that add to the story and development
✔Unpredictable twists and turns
✔Gripping / gritty /raw / dark
✔Emotional roller-coaster
✔Page turner
✔Off – the- charts chemistry
✔Fast paced
✔Intense

Devil's Handmaidens MC is a multi-author world focusing on a badass all-female MC with various chapters/locations written by some of favorite MC authors. Mama's Rules is the third and final book in this series and one of the most emotionally beautiful MC romantic suspense books I've read so far. It's an exciting, fast paced, dark, engaging MC romantic suspense with a high-octane characters and a storyline that will keep the reader glued to the pages and on the edge of the seat.

Losing his family, Benson's world shattered. He is drowning himself in booze trying to numb the pain. Mama is the club's enforcer who saved the little boy's life who chose her as his protector. At first, Benson and Mama clash and confront a lot especially because she wants to help while Benson is not ready to accept it. But she is fierce, stubborn and doesn't scare easily. She wasn't leaving until she made sure both of them started healing and feeling safe. Much to Benson's displeasure, even though she made him feel like he could be the man he was if not better. Their transformation and development throughout the book is incredible. I felt the anticipation and their build up while trying to confront their past and demons while staying safe from the new threat. The ending was beautiful.

Each book can be read as a standalone though reading in order enhances experience. It kept my attention at all times and I could not put it down.
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2,644 reviews61 followers
June 5, 2023
If you’ve kept up with the Devil’s Handmaidens MC series you know these ladies are all about stopping human traffickers. If you haven’t read the Various Devil’s Handmaidens MC chapters, the authors will take you on an amazing journey of thrills, excitement and romance, and I highly recommend them. These ladies kick butt and take no prisoners when it comes to the lives of people taken/sold/held captive and Mama’s Rules is no exception. Ms. Rhodes gave us readers a well written storyline with characters you just want to reach through the book and either hug or slap some sense into, along with a storyline so captivating that I literally couldn’t put down.

Benson has been through a lot: his wife died and shortly thereafter his 7 year old son was kidnapped. Benson is barely holding on as time goes by with no word. But months later Mama shows up at his door with his son. He soon learns her MC club rescued him from a horrific situation. But much to his displeasure, Mama won’t leave until she knows the boy will be safe - safe in his home, as his dad has turned into a spiraling drunk and safe from the kidnapper, who is still out there. Mama doesn’t really care that Benson wants her to leave, as she doesn’t scare easily, after all she is her chapter’s enforcer. What she does care about is the till boy she’s probably become too attached to.

This is an exciting, emotional journey with a few twists and turns. Can these two manage to keep themselves and the boy safe from the unknown as well as each other.

Outstanding read that I highly recommend grabbing up.
2 Thumbs Up and 5+++ Stars
Profile Image for Gemma Kitchen.
537 reviews10 followers
June 18, 2023
Mamas Rules is the third and final book in the Devils Handmaidens MC.

- An all female MC
- Enforcer for the club
- Single father
- Tense subject matter
- Insta chemistry

The Devil’s Handmaidens MC has taken down another human trafficking ring and what they find is not what they expected. Cages with children in them. In one of the cages is Simon a boy who was taken from school and all he wants is to go back to his father. Simon’s father Benson is struggling with the loss of his son and is drowning in his own emotions and grief and turns to alcohol. He promised Katie his wife who passed away that he would keep him save and would find happiness again when it came around. How can he keep going when he has no idea where Simon is and the police don’t seem to be be helping.

Mama takes Simon under her wing and the boy becomes attached to her. Mama continually tries to contact Benson to no avail and in the end packs Simon up in her car to drive to Benson’s house.

Benson is relieved to have his son back but he is confused with what has happened to Simon, how could he have been taken, what happened to him, how can he help him. Then there is his attraction to Mama, the woman who saved Simon and knows how to help him. But how can he move on from Katie.

This is an emotionally charged story which has been written so well and covers array of issues. Mama remains with Benson and Simon, as she vows to keep him safe from those who took him. Follow Mama and Bensons budding romance which develops throughout the book.
3,423 reviews20 followers
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June 4, 2023
Mama/Marisol & Benson + Little Man/Simom

I LOVED THIS ONE!

The Devil's Handmaidens MC are actually angels rescuing missing people. Often abducted children using their own methods such as the group of children being auctioned by another evil person or group after they had just rid the world of one. Mama usually worked on the rescue and capture and was done other than helping return the victims to their families.

This time, there was one little boy who couldn't seem to be matched and they didn't want to place him with the authorities. Too many questions. Too much danger of more pain for the boy. Besides, he only seemed to relate to Mama. She took him on as her personal project to find his family.

His family turned out to be a father whose wife had died and then his son was kidnapped six months ago with little success from the police. He turned to alcohol, almost giving up on ever getting him back. That is until a gorgeous, feisty woman showed up at his door--with his son.

Mama couldn't just leave Little Man as she'd intended, not like she planned when the alcohol smell permeated him and his home. Will she be able to bring the family back together? Can they both avoid the obvious attraction? If those problems are solved, what about the new enemy out to get Simon back?

There are more problems, a painful past and so much more. It is touching and has some heat, plus enough action, to keep you reading and wanting more. Don't miss it.
Reviewed for Words Turn Me On
Profile Image for Rebecca Carsley.
534 reviews8 followers
June 9, 2023
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Andi Rhodes never ceases to amaze me with her books. Each and every one that I read I become instantly obsessed with it and fall hard for the amazing and phenomenally written and paired characters. This is the first book I have read of her Devil’s Handmaidens MC series and am definitely looking forward to catching up with the series since this is book three in the series. Thankfully each is a standalone but I would recommend reading in order as characters do overlap.

This is Marisol and Benson’s heartbreaking tale of loss and redemption. Marisol lost her entire family, her sister to human trafficking and her parents shortly after to alcohol and drugs. Now she fights with her found family to save those taken by traffickers. Benson lost his wife to cancer then shortly after his seven year old son to human traffickers, now he struggles with alcohol while trying to find his son and the urge to just give up on everyone and everything. When these two’s worlds collide it’s an absolute rollercoaster ride of emotional ups and downs. Their story is one that is an absolute must read!!

This book is full of suspense, action, secrets, betrayals, twists and turns you truly do not expect and a chemistry between two individuals that is instant and off the charts hot. Ends on a HEA that is simply perfect. Can’t wait for the next book in this series. Highly recommend this book, this series and anything by this author!!!
Profile Image for Raye Lynn  Dowling.
52 reviews
June 10, 2023
Mama’s Rules
By Andi Rhodes

I have read many books by Andi Rhodes. With each one, I have the same criticism; they are too short. I love the stories and characters she creates and I want more. You can’t blame me for wanting more of a well written story. Then again, I’m glad she doesn’t drag the storyline out so the reader loses interest. She grabs your attention on page one and holds it until the last page. So the length of the book is probably a better choice because I’d stay up all night reading. The storyline and characters draw me in so much I could not put the book down. The twist at the end was definitely surprising.

The subjects of Andi’s books are not for the faint of heart. If you’re looking for a happy, feel good read…this isn’t it. You’ll get the happy ending but only after your heart has been drug through the filth of this world where the monsters hide. You’ve been warned. Despite that, I highly recommend this book, as I do any and all of Andi’s books.

I was given the opportunity to read an advance copy of this book. I voluntarily leave this honest review.
Profile Image for Christi Fowler.
1,637 reviews17 followers
June 8, 2023
Title: Mama's Rules
Author: Andi Rhodes
Format: ebook
Genre: Romantic Suspense, MC, Single Dad, Enemies to Lovers
Standalone: Yes
Part of a Series: Devil's Handmaidens MC: Atlantic City NJ Chapter book 3
POV: Mama, Benson
Steam Level: Slow burn to steamy
4/5

Mama's Rules is the third book in the Devil's Handmaiden MC Atlantic City NJ Chapter and is a standalone. The Devil's Handmaiden MC specializes in rescuing human trafficking victims. After they took out a ring another has popped up. in Mama's Rules we learn more about Mama and her history.

Benson is having a bad year. First his wife dies then his son gets kidnapped. As time moves on and there's no sign of his son, he turns to alcohol to cope. Enter Mama - enforcer for the DHMC who rescue's Benson's son. Benson's a mess and Mama insists on staying to ensure his safety.

I was enthralled with this is book from the start and I finished it the same day that I started it. The twists were unexpected and the payoffs were very satisfying.

I received an advanced copy of this book for free. This is my honest and voluntary review.
Profile Image for Sophie Ruthven.
2,328 reviews146 followers
June 11, 2023
This was a good addition to a must read series.
My rating is based solely on other books written by this talented author.
For me, I really really liked all of it, but it still felt rushed for lack of a better word. Don't get me wrong, all questions are answered, I am just a greedy reader that loves all the nitty gritty details and would of happily read a book triple the size.
But that's not always realistic especially when the author spoils us with so many amazing stories.
Could just be the head space I'm in and I know many readers who won't feel the same way.
In saying all of this I absolutely adored the characters (and sidekick), even though the male main character took a bit to warm up to.
The plot twist was good even in it's briefness.
Can't wait to see what she comes up with next.
Profile Image for Kelly Streeter.
200 reviews7 followers
June 3, 2023
Mama is part of the Devils Handmaidens MC and they help rescue kids and adults that get taken by human traffickers, but it's very close to her in so many ways.

Benson lost his wife then his son was taken, so he turns to drink to try and ease the pain of what as happened

When Mama brings Simon back to his dad after she has not been able to get hold of him to say she had her son, it does not go well at first as Mama is not just going to leave Simon there until she knows he is safe.

But when someone wants Simon back Mama will do anything to keep Simon safe.

Mama and Benson start to see each other different, but can Mama save them and find something special with Benson

Will Benson let himself feel again after what happened to his wife.
Profile Image for World Of Books 65.
3,244 reviews61 followers
June 7, 2023
Andi Rhodes always creates emotional MC romances, the ones that deliver great characters, great hard-hitting storylines that leave their mark, and none more so than Mama's Rules, Mama (Marisol) and Benson, who are going to meet under the most gut-wrenching of circumstances, when she and her Devil's Handmaidens a group of strong, take no S*** women take down a human trafficking ring and find Benson's son who has been missing for 6 months, that alone at the start of the book had me reaching for my tissues and as the story progresses, the adjustments, the suspense as they try and find out who is behind the ring was just a gripping page-turner, edge of your seat rea.

A great short novella packed to the prim and not to be missed.
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10 reviews2 followers
June 16, 2023
Book #3 in the Devil's Handmaidens MC: Atlantic City series opens quickly and immediately gains momentum as the book progresses.  Despite its shorter length, it carries a powerful punch as event after event unfolds.  Supposedly the end of the series, there are additional characters deserving of a book should the author decide to return to DHMC: Atlantic City . . . My suggestion would be for Giggles.

Although the premise of "Mama's Rules" involves rescuing children from human traffickers, the book has depth, focuses on the continuing battle between good and evil, reuniting families, dealing with trauma through therapy, finding love after loss, and much more.

An excellent read, so settle in and enjoy the ride!

[I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.]
Profile Image for LJ Metzger.
339 reviews3 followers
June 8, 2023
I really enjoyed this book and the whole series! I've never read Female MC stories before and this series has opened me up to other series. Mama's story was a good quick read. After one of their rescues, one of the children becomes close to her. She spends time trying to find his family and when she does it reminds her of her past. She knows the treat isn't over and decides she's sticking close to the boy until she knows he's safe. But her past comes back to haunt her. I've been curious about Mama's past since reading Harlow and we get the answers in this story. Definitely recommend this book and series for anyone who loves MC romance!
Profile Image for Amy Lierz.
96 reviews2 followers
June 9, 2023
Everyone has some baggage, and some of it is painful. Marisol’s childhood is haunted by a wayward sister and parents who threw their lives away. The DHMC is her family now and she would do anything for them and their cause.

Benson has been dealt a blow by losing the love of his life to cancer and is coping with in by burying his head in a bottle. And then he is dealt another major blow….

This is a must read. Tough topics, but it will make you appreciate life and grasping chances at happiness when they are presented.
2,426 reviews22 followers
June 10, 2023
Andi never fails to tackle the hard subjects. The whole series tackles a subject that is repulsive but she does it with heart. Andi’s book always makes me tear up and the ending of this is tissue worthy. The twist at the end of this story was very surprising. You got me. Both Benson and Mama have a lot of issues to deal with and they work so well together. A beautiful love story. I do wish the story has been longer to be able to live more of the lives of Benson and Mama and Simon.

I received a complimentary copy.
599 reviews2 followers
June 7, 2023
What a quick and fast paced book. The DHMC has rescued people again. An 8-year old by the name of Simon is part of the group rescued this time. Mama is the one that literally pulls him out of the cage and she is determined to make sure he is okay and not in any further danger. I definitely did not see the twist coming in this book but I'm glad Mama was able to handle the situation and find her HEA.
250 reviews3 followers
June 8, 2023
This story starts out at 60 at the very beginning and then we move to how Mama's group find the culprit and we spring ahead after some time when they find Simon. Hard to believe that Benson wasn't getting really any info on what was going on with the investigation.
Big curve ball coming down the road you really don't see coming.
Mama's secret comes out when we know that Simon and Benson are safe.
8,816 reviews63 followers
June 9, 2023
For Mama her life is the club, until she comes across Simon, a boy who was taken into a trafficking ring. Benson went on a downward spiral after the loss of his wife and now his son is missing but when Mama turns up at his door with Simon he knows he must do better not just for himself but Simon and Mama too, cos she's not going anywhere. Well written engaging emotional desires and more! A great addition to the series
2,032 reviews7 followers
June 3, 2023
Wow. This has some shocking truths come out. This is also a short story but packs a punch. I couldn't put book down once started.

I loved Mama and Benson together, they may of hated each other when they first meet, but a lovely boy brings them together. Mama gives what Benson needs. Benson stands beside Mama through everything that happens.

I can't wait for more.
865 reviews3 followers
June 8, 2023
Oh my did I love Mama's book! These ladies are the best! This is really a heart-breaking story about a little boy who been taken and Mama finds him and is his protector. Then she meets his dad, and I don't want to tell anything else that happens but the story was fantastic! This is a standalone, but there is no reason not to read the other two. This is the third in a brilliant series and it's a must read! Andi Rhodes has done a fantastic job with this series and I couldn't love it more!
Profile Image for Susan.
555 reviews5 followers
June 8, 2023
Mama is the enforcer for Devil’s Handmaidens MC. She meets Benson when her MC rescues a group of children. Mama is still dealing with her trauma from years ago. Benson is still trying to overcome the grief of losing his wife and almost losing his son. Mama’s past comes back with a vengeance. These two must navigate a new normal while keeping Simon safe.
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1,707 reviews13 followers
June 9, 2023
Book three in the Devil's Handmaidens MC: Atlantic City series. She’s the clubs enforcer with it comes duty to take care of those she loves. When the club rescues children she falls hard for a little boy. The father is on a mission of destruction. Now it’s up to Mama to try and fix what’s broken from Benson.
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700 reviews5 followers
June 13, 2023
Hits you right in the heart

This story really hits you hard. Growing up knowing that your family is gone and now you are trying to save another when the past you thought was dead and gone rears its ugly head. Finding peace and happiness is all Mama wants in life ….can she get it. I absolutely loved this whole story. Heartbreaking and heartwarming all rolled into one.
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4,817 reviews39 followers
June 14, 2023
When Mama, the enforcer with the Devil’s Handmaidens helps rescue a boy that had been kidnapped she takes him home to his father, what she didn’t expect was the broken man in front of her, Benson had lost his wife then when his son Simon is taken he hits the bottle ….. hard. Now he’s been brought back and Benson gets his life back only for trouble to rear its head.

Loved this
Profile Image for K Huskić.
2,207 reviews39 followers
June 21, 2023
So, I've enjoyed the others in this series, but unfortunately this one fell short for me.

I liked the characters but I feel like we didn't really get to know them. This was shorter than others in the series and as a result the story seemed rushed through. I just wish there'd been more.

Even though this wasn't my favourite, I do enjoy this author's work, and I look forward to reading more.
Profile Image for Spunky N Sassy.
5,399 reviews119 followers
June 9, 2023
Spunky N Sassy Rating: 5.0

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

Wow! What an amazing story. I loved Mama, Simon and Benson, their story together was full of twists I never expected. I couldn't read this story fast enough. Another hit for Andi Rhodes in this amazing series.
559 reviews5 followers
June 10, 2023
mama’s rules ( Devil’s handmaidens MC )

Mama was part of the devil’s handmaiden MC that saved traffic children and returned them to their parents. I enjoyed reading about how Mama was able to save a small boy and reconnected with his father.
Profile Image for Mrs Jayne Rushton.
1,405 reviews1 follower
June 13, 2023
Great read

I've really enjoyed this female MC series. I wish it had been longer.

Benson and Mama were a roller coaster ride of emotions from their very first meeting, under such stressful circumstances.

Fingers crossed for me books in this series.
Profile Image for Lisa.
407 reviews3 followers
June 7, 2023
A great story that you will not want to miss. Once you start, you won’t be able to put it down.
Profile Image for lisa jung.
5,455 reviews44 followers
June 8, 2023
Mama

She the club enforcer and her own backstop. But she and the club saves Simon but her pass comes after them. Another fun book in this series.
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