Mercy Ravens MC Series by M.J. Marino

Not all the best decisions in life come from making logical choices. Going off the path most chosen sometimes brings you to where you were always meant to be.Josephine Holland doesn’t veer from the path of least resistance. She may appear fragile like a pixie, but Josephine takes control like a dictator with a Napoleon Complex. An awful ex-boyfriend has left her with a sour taste for any future relationships. Josephine wipes the slate clean for a fresh start in Fort Collins, Colorado... moreNot all the best decisions in life come from making logical choices. Going off the path most chosen sometimes brings you to where you were always meant to be.Josephine Holland doesn’t veer from the path of least resistance. She may appear fragile like a pixie, but Josephine takes control like a dictator with a Napoleon Complex. An awful ex-boyfriend has left her with a sour taste for any future relationships. Josephine wipes the slate clean for a fresh start in Fort Collins, Colorado. With no time for nonsense, Josephine busies herself with her start-up design company and hopes for the best.Maceo Tabares, a man who oozes trouble, is only interested in no-strings-attached hookups. The former Navy SEAL’s life is dangerous, and a target is always on his back. A relationship would only complicate things. Tired of the vagabond lifestyle, he chooses Fort Collins as his headquarters for his crew, with plans of expanding his security company. Maceo longs for stability, but having an old lady to share his life with is not in the cards.So when a chance encounter on a hiking trail has these two conflicting characters running into each other—literally—neither one is interested in anything beyond a stolen moment. What neither of them expected was for a spark to form after that single encounter—a spark that would burn down their defensive walls and throw their clear-cut paths into unfamiliar territory.Josephine’s reaction is to flee while Maceo’s is to pursue.Josephine has no intentions of seeing Maceo again, but fate intervenes. When she meets her new client, Atlas, President of the Mercy Ravens MC, she comes face-to-face with Maceo, and all bets are off.When a potential stalker puts Josephine in danger, Maceo will stop at nothing to protect the woman who has consumed his life. Several hurdles must be cleared for them to have a fighting chance, but will their love be enough fight off all those that want to to do them harm? Will love conquer all for these two headstrong lovers?Lips On My Heart is the first book in the Mercy Ravens MC series. less

Their love story continues…Maceo and Josephine have overcome so much in their new romance, but their challenges are far from over—if anything, their troubles are only starting.The headstrong and independent, Josephine Holland, is a former shell of herself after surviving her stalker, plagued by night terrors and an uneasiness of something—someone—lurking in the shadows. Josephine can’t help but feel she is losing her grip on sanity, fearing the worst is yet to come... moreTheir love story continues…Maceo and Josephine have overcome so much in their new romance, but their challenges are far from over—if anything, their troubles are only starting.The headstrong and independent, Josephine Holland, is a former shell of herself after surviving her stalker, plagued by night terrors and an uneasiness of something—someone—lurking in the shadows. Josephine can’t help but feel she is losing her grip on sanity, fearing the worst is yet to come.The love of her life and president of the Mercy Ravens MC, Maceo Tabares, refuses to sit back and watch her shrink inside the recesses of her mind. He takes command and helps her to remember the woman she was before her abduction, and stands by her side as she rebuilds herself into someone stronger than she could have ever imagined. However, Maceo has not made it this long in his life without listening to his instincts. Taking a page out of Josephine’s book, Maceo follows the illogical route, taking Josephine’s fears seriously, and digs to discover the root of her worries is far more serious than her imagination.With Josephine’s estranged family back in the picture, wedding preparations going amuck, unplanned construction projects, Mercy Ravens missions, spies creeping, leaked personal files, and a hacker causing all kinds of mayhem, life throws Maceo and Josephine lots of hilarious curveballs and heart-shattering moments. And of course, there’s always Esteban Moreno to worry about. But a threat closer to home may be their biggest obstacle—mafioso Don, Lorenzo Bianchi. Lorenzo’s unhealthy attachment to Josephine is only growing by the day, and he has no intentions on backing off, no matter how many threats Maceo makes.Will Josephine be able to overcome her personal fears and use the safety techniques that Maceo has taught her to protect herself from all those who wish to harm her? Will Maceo be able to help Josephine to heal emotionally from her past trauma so she can move forward? Are they doomed to fall apart at the hands of their enemies, or will love, once again, triumph? Lips On My Soul is the second book in the Mercy Ravens MC Series. It's a steamy, protective biker romance with plenty of angst, suspense, and comedy. Reading the previous book in the series is not necessary, but recommended. There are dark elements and strong language in this book. Therefore, it is intended for readers 18+ years. Full content disclaimers are listed on the author's website for reference. less

He thinks he can take her from me, but he’s wrong. He already stole one family from me, and I refuse to let him take another. She’s mine and I protect what’s mine.
Maceo “Atlas” Tabares, president of the Mercy Ravens MC and alpha extraordinaire, has finally married the pixie-like woman who shares the other half of his soul. As their love grows, so does Maceo’s need to protect her. Josephine wears the title First Lady proudly, yet understands this new life comes with a warning label... moreHe thinks he can take her from me, but he’s wrong. He already stole one family from me, and I refuse to let him take another. She’s mine and I protect what’s mine.
Maceo “Atlas” Tabares, president of the Mercy Ravens MC and alpha extraordinaire, has finally married the pixie-like woman who shares the other half of his soul. As their love grows, so does Maceo’s need to protect her. Josephine wears the title First Lady proudly, yet understands this new life comes with a warning label. 
With a new home, thriving businesses, and everyone they love surrounding them, their future looks bright as they begin the next chapter in their lives. But the retired Navy SEAL has made several enemies working as a mercenary, and one man he can’t shake. 
Esteban Moreno, Colombian drug lord, has been looming over Maceo for years like a dark shadow, waiting for the opportune moment to approach him. A buried secret keeps him coming back. Maceo’s military experience is ideal for running his drug-trafficking empire, and Josephine is the incentive Esteban needs to bring Maceo to heel. 
Heads will roll before Maceo bends a knee to his greatest enemy. With his padre’s journal, the devotion of his crew, and help from an unlikely source, Maceo pieces together the clues to hunt down the man who threatens to take everything he holds dear in this world. 
Can Maceo track down Esteban before the drug lord can put his plan into action? With Josephine in a fragile state, will she be able to protect herself and the most precious gift Maceo has given her? Will this ride-or-die alpha couple survive their greatest challenge and finally have the happily ever after they deserve?
Lips On My World is the third book in the Mercy Ravens MC Series. A swoon-worthy, steamy, instalove, protective biker romance. less