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Inferno (Men of Inked: Heatwave 12) by Chelle Bliss-review tour

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date June 13, 2023

Stone Gallo has lived life like every day is a party. No attachments, no responsibilities, and absolutely no falling in love. He spent his days at Inked and his nights wherever he pleased. But when Stone rescues a beautiful woman in need, his entire world gets turned upside down, and he’ll never be the same.

Opal hasn’t had much luck in life. No family, no friends, and absolutely no love. But when a handsome tattoo artist steps in and saves her from a horrible situation, her entire world changes. She’s immediately sucked in by his charming family, wanting nothing more than to be one of them, but knows it’s not in the cards for her…it never is.

But when fate steps in, they can’t stop what’s coming—Stone and Opal sitting in a tree, k-i-s-s-i-n-g…

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REVIEW:Chelle Bliss is taking us back into the world of the Gallo men, and boy oh boy am I ready! This is the next installment in the Men of Inked: Heatwave series. As always, I recommend reading in order, but Inferno can be read as a standalone as well.

Stone Gallo does what he wants, when he wants, and most of the time who he likes as well, he lives his life with no attachments other than those of his family. This may come off cold to some, but he is the way he is and he makes no fuss about it. With a name like Stone you would think he would be as cold as one, but no. Stone has major golden retriever vibes and a heart of gold, even if he keeps it hidden. Stone is content to live his life just like he has been, but it would seem that life has other ideas in mind for him.

Enter Opal. Opal was born with a little black rain cloud. Her life has been one crappy thing after another since the passing of her family. When she walks into a tattoo shop with her boyfriend she wasn’t expecting someone like Stone. When said future ex-boyfriend starts…lets say respecting Opal in front of Stone, he is quick to act. Stone was raised to protect and respect women, so seeing what he does, he jumps right in to rescue poor Opal.

Opal and Stone are an unlikely pair, but one that I very much enjoyed reading. The Gallo’s are a family filled with love, kindness, respect and protectiveness, things that Opal hasn’t experienced much of in life. Their chemistry is amazing, their dynamic interesting and the plot keeps the reader engaged waiting for the next page with bated breath. I can’t wait to see what the Gallo Guys give us next.

 

Reading Order and Previous Reviews
Flame
Burn
Wildfire
Blaze
Ignite
Spark
Ember
Singe
Ashes
Scorch

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Reviewed by Sarah

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USA Today bestselling author Chelle Bliss currently lives in a small town near the Gulf of Mexico. She’s a full-time writer, time-waster extraordinaire, social media addict, and coffee fiend. She’s written over ten books and has two series available. She loves spending her free time with her boyfriend, 2 cats, and her hamster.

Before becoming a writer, Chelle taught high school history for over ten years. She holds a master’s degree in Instructional Technology and a bachelor’s in History. Although history is her first love, writing has become her dream job and she can’t imagine doing anything else.

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Torch (Men of Inked: Heatwave 11) by Chelle Bliss-review tour

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date January 24, 2023

Trace Caldo’s smart mouth always gets him in trouble. As the youngest of three brothers, he’s used to scrapping to earn respect. But when he picks a fight with the wrong person, Trace ends up kidnapped, bound, and blindfolded with no hope for escape. And when a beautiful woman comes to his rescue and offers him a way to staying alive, Trace can’t refuse her.

Ana Marie Kelly appears to live a charmed life. Raised in a wealthy family, she has everything a woman can want—if you don’t count freedom. Ana’s always been under her father’s thumb, expected to do as she’s told and not bring shame upon the family. But when Ana makes a mistake that could send her life in a tailspin, she can only think of one way out—the handsome man in her father’s garage.

…and their only way out is to say, “I do.”

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REVIEW: The Gallo’s are near and dear to me, and Ana even more so. Ana’s story is one of strength, perseverance, love and determination. I am so overjoyed that she finally got her HEA. Torch is the eleventh installment in the Men Of Inked: Heatwave spinoff by the ever talented Chelle Bliss.

Without too many spoilers, Ana’s life isn’t all that it is cracked up to be. Sure, she was raised by a wealthy family, has never had to want for anything, but that is only on the surface. What is underneath all that fake is something far darker. Ana is a woman with no freedom, she exists solely for her family, and is controlled by a father who will never let her go. Poor Ana has been mentally abused and belittled her entire life. Enough is enough already. She has to get out, and the only way to do that is to help the man than her father kidnapped

Trace is the youngest of the Caldo brothers and the one that always finds himself in need of rescue one way or the other. Well this time he needs more than just a helping hand, he needs an actual rescue. He’s been kidnapped. When the unknown Ana comes to his aid at random, he is surprised, but doesn’t care, he just wants to get out of there. However, to save each other they are going to have to do something extreme, something that ends with I Do.

I loved Trace and Ana together! Trace has always come off as cocky, no cares guys that didn’t have a worry in the world, but that quickly changed when Ana came into the picture. It was so amazing to watch as Ana came out of her shell under Trace and his family’s guidance. They treated her like she had always been a part of their family, it was so moving. A real family is all Ana has truly ever dreamt of, and Trace was the one that gave it to her. Of course there is some drama towards the end, and Trace and Ana are tested, but that won’t stop them, they both are determined to keep what they have found.

Torch was a fantastically wonderful read that will surely bring joy to its readers.

Reading Order and Previous Reviews
Flame
Burn
Wildfire
Blaze
Ignite
Spark
Ember
Singe
Ashes
Scorch

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Reviewed by Sarah

Haven’t started the series? Get FLAME book one FREE at the following ebook retailers:

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USA Today bestselling author Chelle Bliss currently lives in a small town near the Gulf of Mexico. She’s a full-time writer, time-waster extraordinaire, social media addict, and coffee fiend. She’s written over ten books and has two series available. She loves spending her free time with her boyfriend, 2 cats, and her hamster.

Before becoming a writer, Chelle taught high school history for over ten years. She holds a master’s degree in Instructional Technology and a bachelor’s in History. Although history is her first love, writing has become her dream job and she can’t imagine doing anything else.

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Scorch (Men of Inked: Heatwave 10) by Chelle Bliss-review tour

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ABOUT THE BOOK: RELEASE DATE: August 2, 2022

After spending years of his life in prison for a crime he didn’t commit, Nevin Walsh doesn’t know where he fits in anymore. His family has changed, and the world is a very different place.

But then, his brother’s best friend, Luna Gallo, makes it her personal mission to help him settle back into his newfound freedom. He should say no. Turn her away. But there’s something about the woman who radiates sunshine that makes her impossible to ignore. And the harder he pushes her away, the harder she comes.

And what starts off as an unwanted friendship turns into something he never expects. But can Nevin let go of the hurt from his past to allow himself happiness in his future?

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REVIEW: The Men of Ink are back with the Heatwave book ten, and this one hits all the feels. As I always do, I recommend reading the series in order, but it can be read as a standalone.

Nevin Walsh is out of prison and breathing fresh air again, after serving time for a crime he didn’t commit. Things are not as he remembers, people have moved on, family is gone, and the places he thought would never change are harder than ever to recognize. He has resigned himself to his new life, but Luna has other plans. Plans that will test his hard earned patience.

Luna is a Gallo, and we all know what that means. With a promise to Nevin’s brother Ian; her very own best friend, she is determined to help Nevin assimilate to a life of freedom. Nevin is all doom and gloom, and Luna is a happy ray of sunshine. They butt heads at every turn, but that also leads them to their connection and chemistry. With a future now brighter than he ever thought possible again, can Nevin let go of the pain of his past and move on?

I adore the grumpy sunshine trope!! It was such an adventure. Reading as Luna broke down the walls that Nevin had built to protect himself, to see his vulnerability and hope. Nevin wants Luna more than his next breath before he finally gives into her charms. When they finally make a breakthrough, Luna is out for blood when she decides that Nevin is it for her. Nevin thinks he is alone in the world, with no one on his side anymore, little does he know that Luna is not only on his side, but so is the rest of the Gallo clan.

I have loved the Gallo series so much and I am always going back to read my favorites. Nevin and Luna have definitely cracked the top five. Chelle Bliss’ track record of amazing books is still intact, and I can’t wait to see what comes next.

Reading Order and Previous Reviews
Flame
Burn
Wildfire
Blaze
Ignite
Spark
Ember
Singe
Ashes

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Reviewed by Sarah

Haven’t started the series? Get FLAME book one FREE at the following ebook retailers:

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USA Today bestselling author Chelle Bliss currently lives in a small town near the Gulf of Mexico. She’s a full-time writer, time-waster extraordinaire, social media addict, and coffee fiend. She’s written over ten books and has two series available. She loves spending her free time with her boyfriend, 2 cats, and her hamster.

Before becoming a writer, Chelle taught high school history for over ten years. She holds a master’s degree in Instructional Technology and a bachelor’s in History. Although history is her first love, writing has become her dream job and she can’t imagine doing anything else.

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Ashes (Men of Ink:Heatwave 9) by Chelle Bliss-review tour

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date JANUARY 4, 2022

Dylan Walsh left his small town behind and vowed to never return. But when his brother needs help, Dylan steps back into the memories he tried so hard to forget. He thought there was nothing there for him anymore until a woman he knew as a little girl catches more than Dylan’s eye.

Rosie Gallo is known for her kind spirit, good-girl vibes, and her loyalty to the ones she loves. She’s spent her entire life avoiding the Walshes, knowing her father’s distaste for the family. But when Rosie’s ditched during a disastrous date, it’s a Walsh who puts a smile back on her face.

The attraction is easy, but the complications are many.

Can Dylan prove that he is more than his troubled past? Or is he as bad as the good girl next door always believed him to be?

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REVIEW:My dear, dear Chelle Bliss, how I wish I could pick your brain while you wrote this lovely little nugget. Ashes is the ninth book in the Men of Inked Heatwave series, and what a fabulous read it was. The book itself can be read as a standalone, but the series is such a good read, that it’s better to read together.

Chelle kicked off 2022 with a sizzling sweet story with Rosie and Dylan. Dylan returns home as a last resort, his brother needs his help. Leaving the service and returning back to his home town is the last thing he wants, but family is family. Rosie, as sweet as she comes off, is still a Gallo, thus she knows that her family and Dylan’s don’t mix. When Dylan comes to Rosie’s rescue after a horrible date, things change. Dylan is head over heels for Rosie, totally gone for her, all he has to do is convince her to give him a go. Rosie being Rosie however, headstrong and independent, isn’t one to be won over easy.

Here we go, 2022 first book of 2022 and it’s a winner! Ashes was a perfect title for Dylan and Rosie’s story, Dylan was almost rising from the ashes of his childhood, and determined to build a better life for himself. Rosie was his last puzzle piece, strong and wiley, always keeping him on his toes. I love the Men of Inked series and can’t wait to see what the rest of the series brings.

Reading Order and Previous Reviews
Flame
Burn
Wildfire
Blaze
Ignite
Spark
Ember
Singe

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Reviewed by Sarah

Haven’t started the series? Get FLAME book one FREE at the following ebook retailers:

Amazon.com / Amazon.ca / KOBO  /Google Play

 

USA Today bestselling author Chelle Bliss currently lives in a small town near the Gulf of Mexico. She’s a full-time writer, time-waster extraordinaire, social media addict, and coffee fiend. She’s written over ten books and has two series available. She loves spending her free time with her boyfriend, 2 cats, and her hamster.

Before becoming a writer, Chelle taught high school history for over ten years. She holds a master’s degree in Instructional Technology and a bachelor’s in History. Although history is her first love, writing has become her dream job and she can’t imagine doing anything else.

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Singe (Men of Inked: Heatwave 8) by Chelle Bliss-Review Tour

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date August 3, 2021.

HOW DOES A FAKE RELATIONSHIP TURNS INTO SOMETHING REAL?

While everyone around Carmello Caldo found love, he was busy losing himself in pleasure and pain. But when his cousin Lily wants to help him find true love, he doesn’t hesitate to accept her offer.

Arlo King is not Carmello’s usual type. She’s a bookworm who doesn’t give herself away easy. But she’s the perfect woman to help reform the serial womanizer, even though she has commitment issues of her own.

Quickly, their fake relationship goes from slow-burn to scorching hot from the very first touch. But can they work through their trouble pasts and embrace a fairy tale future?

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REVIEW:The Men of Ink are back at it again in Singe by Chelle Bliss. Singe is book eight in the Men of Heat Heatwave series and can be read as a standalone in the series. As a reader, I always recommend reading a series in order to get the full impact the author wants, but Singe offers enough background to read as a standalone.

Mello and Arlo are a quirky, fun couple to read about, and as always with this series, the guys are hot, hot hot! Arlo and Mello also have a favorite story of mine in the way of slow burn. They meet, they fall in like, they are friends, and then they get their happy ever after. I mean come on, what’s better than a sweetie pie like Mello and a booknerd like Arlo?

Not everything is so easy though. Mello has the reputation for playing the field and breaking hearts, not exactly what Arlo is looking for in a man. Mello though has his reasons for his player status, losing his last girlfriend in a horrible accident. Arlo must look beneath the surface of Mello and see the great guy that resides under all the pain, and then make the choice if she’s willing to put her heart on the line.

As always, whenever Ms. Bliss puts out a new story with the Gallo’s I can’t wait to get my hands on it. The family is always there for one another, and no matter what they always love and support each other. Visiting with previous characters is like visiting family. The books are so relatable and always so much fun to read! Way to go on the new release!

Reading Order and Previous Reviews
Flame
Burn
Wildfire
Blaze
Ignite
Spark
Ember

Copy supplied for review

Reviewed by Sarah

Haven’t started the series? Get FLAME book one FREE at the following ebook retailers:

Amazon.com / Amazon.ca / KOBO  /Google Play

 

USA Today bestselling author Chelle Bliss currently lives in a small town near the Gulf of Mexico. She’s a full-time writer, time-waster extraordinaire, social media addict, and coffee fiend. She’s written over ten books and has two series available. She loves spending her free time with her boyfriend, 2 cats, and her hamster.

Before becoming a writer, Chelle taught high school history for over ten years. She holds a master’s degree in Instructional Technology and a bachelor’s in History. Although history is her first love, writing has become her dream job and she can’t imagine doing anything else.

WEBSITE – FACEBOOK – NEWSLETTER – TWITTER – INSTAGRAM

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Ember (Men of Inked:Heatwave 7) by Chelle Bliss-Review tour

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date April 20, 2021

INKED PROTECTOR REUNITES WITH A SINGLE MOTHER.
Rocco Caldo is tall, dark, and handsome, but not interested in love. Loyal to a fault, he can’t turn away an old friend in need or a beautiful woman on the run…especially when they have unfinished business.

Rebel Bishop is a single mom, looking for shelter, not a handout. But when her path crosses with an old flame, they uncover an ember of passion that’s been smoldering inside them both for over a decade.

Can they move beyond their tragic pasts, allowing the flame to burn bright into their future?

Ember is the seventh full-length standalone novel in the Men of Inked® Heatwave series by USA Today bestselling author Chelle Bliss®.

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REVIEW:Ember; book 7 in the Men of Inked: Heatwave series by the brilliant Chelle Bliss is here and it’s setting the pages alight! As always, I’m a sucker for reading a series in order, and this one holds true as well. In the last book; Spark, I was a little nervous about what CB had in store for her readers, but I should have known better.

Rebel is true to her name, a Rebel. She’s tough and stubborn, she’s learned to grow a second skin after the hand she has been dealt. However, as one tough chick, she forages on and survives. After her latest mistake, she is now running from an abusive set on hurter her more than he already has. She turns to Carmello for help, and that leads her right back to Rocco.

Oh Rocco, my Rocco. The Gallo men…there isn’t any like them…anywhere…

Rocco and Rebel have a history, a history of a steamy night full of passion and pleasure, everything that could lead to a forever kind of relationship. Then, due to horrible accident, the pair are ripped apart and love doesn’t mean what it should anymore. Rocco turns a cold shoulder to love and any kind of meaningful relationship, until 10 years later when Rebel is back and asking for his help.

There is nothing better than a good second chance romance, I’m a sucker for one for sure. My most favorite moments in this book are the ones between Addy and Rocco. We all know that Rocco is a Gallo, he’s tried and true, he’s protective and just spicy enough to make him tip the scales hot.

When Rebel comes back into his life, asking for his help and protection fir herself and her daughter, he has one choice. Do whatever it takes to prove to Rebel that he can protect her and Addy. When drama breaks out Rocco is there, when Rebel is unsure how to act or who to trust, Rocco is there. He’s doing everything in his power to prove to Rebel that they are worth a second chance. Is it enough? Can they make it work? Read and find out!

Reading Order and Previous Reviews
Flame
Burn
Wildfire
Blaze
Ignite
Spark

Copy supplied for review

Reviewed by Sarah

 

USA Today bestselling author Chelle Bliss currently lives in a small town near the Gulf of Mexico. She’s a full-time writer, time-waster extraordinaire, social media addict, and coffee fiend. She’s written over ten books and has two series available. She loves spending her free time with her boyfriend, 2 cats, and her hamster.

Before becoming a writer, Chelle taught high school history for over ten years. She holds a master’s degree in Instructional Technology and a bachelor’s in History. Although history is her first love, writing has become her dream job and she can’t imagine doing anything else.

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Spark (Men Of Inked: Heatwave 6) by Chelle Bliss-Review tour

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date January 12, 2021

Nick Gallo works hard.
He plays harder.
And always steered clear of drama.

Josephine Carmichael was born into Hollywood royalty.
She is used to being in the public eye.
She loves the finer things in life.

But when Josephine’s stranded with the paparazzi and a crazy ex-boyfriend on her heels, Nick’s protective instincts kick in and he can’t walk away.

What starts out as a simple favor leads them both down a road they never imagined.

Spark is the sixth book in the new steamy romance Men of Inked: Heatwave series by Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author Chelle Bliss.

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REVIEW:Perfect word to describe Spark; Swoon! Like the rest of the Men of Ink series, Spark is a hot, sexy read that leaves nothing to the imagination and everything to the feels.

Nick is an alpha, he’s protective, hot but a true sweetie at heart. My favorite type of guy! Jo and Nick’s story is full of character depth and inner struggle. Jo has always felt like a captive, her family and how the world sees them being the most important thing. When she meets Nick, he’s just the kinda guy she needs to show her all the things she has missed out on.

I loved Sparked! It was a sweet and spicy read that lightened my day and brought me some joy in a crazy time. Awesome job to Chelle Bliss for her newest release!

Reading Order and Previous Reviews
Flame
Burn
Wildfire
Blaze
Ignite

Copy supplied for review

Reviewed by Sarah

 

USA Today bestselling author Chelle Bliss currently lives in a small town near the Gulf of Mexico. She’s a full-time writer, time-waster extraordinaire, social media addict, and coffee fiend. She’s written over ten books and has two series available. She loves spending her free time with her boyfriend, 2 cats, and her hamster.

Before becoming a writer, Chelle taught high school history for over ten years. She holds a master’s degree in Instructional Technology and a bachelor’s in History. Although history is her first love, writing has become her dream job and she can’t imagine doing anything else.

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Ignite (Men of Inked: Heatwave 5) by Chelle Bliss-Review tour

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date October 13, 2020

Bossy, protective bad boy biker Mammoth Saint always thought he’d be member of the Disciples MC…until he laid eyes on her.

Tamara Gallo has always been headstrong, sassy, and never afraid to speak her mind, even when it comes to her hottie biker boyfriend and his brothers in the MC.

But when Mammoth’s ready to sever ties from the club for good, choosing love over the brotherhood, until someone from his past shows up and needs his protection, threatening his freedom along with their future.

♥ Happily Ever After—YES!
♥ Swoon-Worthy—Heck, YEAH!
♥ NO Cliffhanger

If you love a loyal biker, a strong heroine, steamy swoony romance, and witty laugh-out-loud banter…this book is for you.

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REVIEW:Ignite by Chelle Bliss is the fifth book in the Men of Inked: Heatwaves Saga. I 100% recommend reading this series in its intended reading order, I feel like you need to do this seeing as this story is a continuation of Wild Fire, the third in the series. There is so much that happens in this book that if readers are unfamiliar with the story or characters, they may not know who some people are and become confused.

We meet Tamara and Mammoth in Wildfire, we see how they start their adventure together, and in Ignite we get to see them find their happily ever after. I so enjoyed reading about them in their first book, and Tam is a hoot all on her own. She’s a Gallo and that says it all. Tamara in this story and her emotions are so real, she’s so strong all the time, but in Ignite you see her shell crack just a little. Of course Mammoth is there to make it all better, but she worries about him and the life they want to start together. The club is important to them both, but once a member always a member. Tamara and Mammoth must navigate choppy waters to find their safe harbor on the other side.

Chelle Bliss is a genius when it comes to writing hot, over the top alpha’s and the woman they fall for. This series is such a fun, happy read and I would give it 4.5 stars for sure! Congrats to the author for another great release!

Reading Order and Previous Reviews
Flame
Burn
Wildfire
Blaze

Copy supplied for review

Reviewed by Sarah

 

USA Today bestselling author Chelle Bliss currently lives in a small town near the Gulf of Mexico. She’s a full-time writer, time-waster extraordinaire, social media addict, and coffee fiend. She’s written over ten books and has two series available. She loves spending her free time with her boyfriend, 2 cats, and her hamster.

Before becoming a writer, Chelle taught high school history for over ten years. She holds a master’s degree in Instructional Technology and a bachelor’s in History. Although history is her first love, writing has become her dream job and she can’t imagine doing anything else.

WEBSITE – FACEBOOK – NEWSLETTER – TWITTER – INSTAGRAM

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