Running on Diesel (The Whiskeys: Dark Knights at Peaceful Harbor, #8)

by Melissa Foster

A funny, sexy, and emotionally riveting standalone contemporary romance by New York Times bestselling author Melissa Foster. RUNNING ON DIESEL is the perfect love story for those who enjoy fiercely loyal and insanely sexy alpha heroes, smart, sassy heroines, strong family bonds, bikers, babies, and more!

Desmond “Diesel” Black is a Nomad with the Dark Knights motorcycle club. He protects others with his life and always rides alone. Tracey Kline left the only family she had for a man who broke more than her spirit, leaving her untrusting and on her own. When a twist of fate reveals pieces of the other no one else sees, will they be able to help each other mend their past hurts and learn to trust the chemistry and connection that’s too strong to deny?

• ISBN10: 1948868636
• ISBN13: 9781948868631
• Publish Date: 15 September 2021
• Publish Status: Active
• Imprint: World Literary Press
• Format: Paperback (US Trade)
• Pages: 324
• Language: English

Reviews

[Canadian Girl Book Blog]

*Audiobook Review ... October 4, 2021*

Running on Diesel (The Whiskeys: Dark Knights at Peaceful Harbor 9) ... 5 Maple Leafs

A fun and emotional journey about opening up and finding where you belong.

"It's you, baby. You make everything better, and you make me want to be part of something bigger. Something special."

Diesel is in love with the open road and never stays in one place for long. Tracey is still trying to pull her life back up after leaving an abusive relationship. Diesel has been captivated by Tracey since the day he saw her and feels protective over her. After years of tension between them, they finally give in to each other and begin their journey to healing.

The Whiskeys are the fiercest and most loyal group you will ever meet. I have been waiting for Diesel's book since we first met him and it did not disappoint. Diesel and Tracey have had so much tension between them that when they came together it was burning hot. I loved how Tracey was able to get grumpy Diesel to open up and show his softer side. I can not wait for more of the Whiskey family.

Audio ... Jacob Morgan and Savannah Peachwood did an amazing job at bringing Diesel, Tracey, and their story to life. They both gave the book a totally different feel and perspective than I experienced while reading the book.

Genre/Trope ... Small Town Romance, MC Romance, Opposites Attract, Workplace Romance

POV ... Dual Third-Person

*ARC Review ... Septemeber 15, 2021*

An emotional roller coaster of finding the place you feel safe and belong.

"You destroy me, baby girl."
"I don't want to destroy you," she said softly. "I want to make you whole."

Diesel has always been one for the open road, never staying in one place very long. When Tracey walks into Whiskey Bro’s, he is struck by her and feels an overwhelming need to protect her. After years of fighting his attraction, he finally gives in to temptation and begins to open up to her. His only fear is that his need to always be on the move will pull him away.

Tracey is finally starting to come into her own after a bad relationship. Working at Whiskey Bro’s has given her more confidence but the growly bartender just keeps getting under her skin. When Diesel saves her and finally starts to show his true side, she becomes determined to be the one he can trust with everything.

Another wonderful addition to the Whiskey family. I have been waiting for Diesel and Tracey for a while and was not disappointed. The tension that has building between them was so thick you knew once they gave in, it would burn the pages. Tracey is perfect for Diesel and it was great to see the growth in their relationship. There is a huge twist that was totally unexpected and caught me by surprise. I loved catching up with the rest of the Whiskeys and meeting new ones. I can not wait for more from this world and highly recommend them all as you can not go wrong with this fiercely loving and loyal family.

Running on Diesel by Melissa Foster (The Whiskeys: Dark Knights at Peaceful Harbor #9)
Rating… 5 Maple Leafs
Genre/Trope… Small Town, MC, Opposites Attract, Workplace
Point of View… Third-Person Dual, Diesel and Tracey

*advanced copy requested and honestly reviewed on behalf of Canadian Girl Book Blog*



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[Nadz@Totally Addicted to Reading]

I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.Running on Diesel was one of  my most anticipated reads for this year and it did not disappoint. What's tough on the outside and mushy on the inside, or should I say whom? None other than Diesel Black, Melissa Foster's hottest hero to date.

I have been waiting with bated breath for Diesel and Tracey's story and it delivered all I expected and more. This story gave me all the feels. It elicited a variety of emotions throughout the journey in Diesel and Tracey's world. The story had the perfect balance of  sad, angry, heartbreaking and feel good moments.

Despite their pasts being mired in pain and hurt, they were both survivors. Tracy survived an abusive relationship while Diesel overcame the pain and anguish of his mother's death and betrayal of a friend. Despite the differences in their circumstances they helped each other to heal. 

Diesel, rarely speaks, but will take action when necessary, which made him intimidating. Protective by nature, Diesel made it his duty to look out for Tracy.  She, however did not take kindly to his need to protect, which she made known in no uncertain terms. Not that it changed anything, which she came to appreciate when she became entangled in a dangerous situation. Diesel's reaction to this situations and his actions in the aftermath had me swooning. 

The sexual tension brewing between them from the moment their introduction in the previous book was sharp enough to cut through glass. So it came as no surprise they burnt up the pages. I loved the ease with which they slipped into their relationship. Of course this was after all the back and forth and the snarky remarks.

Running on Diesel was a beautiful, passionate and heartwarming story. I quickly found myself invested in the characters and their story I couldn't put the book down. Like all the books in the series,  family and friendship played an integral role in the story. I loved how they rallied around Tracy after she got hurt in the situation mentioned earlier.


Conclusion/Recommendation

I had a wonderful time with this story.  Running on Diesel was a compelling and delightful read which warmed my heart and left me smiling at the end. Fans of the author and the Whiskeys need to get a copy of this book. This review was originally posted on Totally Addicted to Reading