First off wow! This series is such a page turner I cannot rave about it enough. Gwyn has become a new favorite author. Each book in the series focuses on different people. So you get a different point of view with each one. There is plenty of steam, excitement, romance and drama to keep you reading. I highly recommend this series.
Savage collision features Savage Hawke and Danika Eriksson. The good girl and the bad boy. Their chemistry is on fire from their first encounter.
Tortured Skye features Skye Hawke and Gabe Anderson all I will say is the phrase “forbidden love”
******** Stone Sober features Stone Hawke and Nora Eriksson although Nora works at the club, she’s still has such an innocent take on the world.
Building Storm is my favorite installment. This one features Storm Hawke and Landon McCabe. It’s full of grief, healing, romance, steam, and the unexpected.
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Tainted Saint is interesting because it’s the first story where a Hawke isn’t the center of it. Instead we focus on Solomon Clarke aka Saint a bouncer that works at the Hawkeye Club, and Caroline Brooks. This one is probably my second favorite!
Steele Resolve is the last installment in this series. It features Luca “Steele” Abello and Byron Harris. They shouldn’t be together but they cannot help themselves. If the others find out about it it can cost them their lives and hurt their loved ones.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amber Howardhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmber Howard2023-01-12 20:54:122023-01-16 17:58:56The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Amber Howard
Oh, what can I tell you about Savage Collision which is book 1 in this collection?! I can tell you that there are secrets and information being withheld for the purest of reasons. I can tell you this story will break your heart just a little and very nicely put it back together again. I can tell you this author can write a really good story! This story had me laughing, crying, and even panting! These two are super-hot together, but as with all good things, this too will end, right? With the secrets they each hide and the danger lurking around, can Danika and Savage really be it for each other? I, for one, have always said communication is the key to everything, this author has proven me wrong with this story. Some things really are on a need-to-know basis. I love being wrong, this time.
Book 2 in this collection is Tortured Skye and is about Savage’s little sister Skye, and Savage’s best friend Gabe. And even though Skye is all grown up, Savage is still an overprotective big brother. Gabe is Savage’s best friend, actually raised more like brothers. Skye and Gabe should be off limits to each other but you really can’t help who you lust after…or is it really love? Skye is determined to have Gabe. She’s loved him for as long as she can remember, even when he only thought of her as a little sister. Gabe is determined to hide his feelings for Skye. He feels like he will just drag her down with his war time nightmares, crazy father and with her being like a little sister to him. But hang on to your hats, there’s a hurricane a-coming! Not only the hurricane of feelings but the actual weather system itself. When things seem to go wrong what can make it right again? How about a little sex?!? The sex between these two is super-hot, which seems to be the way with the Hawke family. But they also ground each other, making everything feel right. And then there’s a little more unexpected crazy thrown in and maybe being together isn’t so bad. But then there’s Savage. His name is Savage for a reason!
Book one is Savage Collision. Book two is Tortured Skye. Book 3 is Stone Sober. This is my favorite story line so far but I am still #TeamSavage! I really loved this story and I still love the Hawke family! This book was easy to read with lines and thoughts as simple as: “Maybe in another world, another life, another time, things could be different.” Sounds like the same old story but this author is able to kick it up more than just a notch, she kicks it in high gear. This story is hot! Exciting! And oh my! those “large black lacquered wardrobes” and all the things they held inside! No wonder Nora was feeling a little confused.
Then comes Building Storm which is book 4. Storm is Savage’s other sister. And this is her story. Storm is suffering one of the biggest losses a person can suffer. How can she continue being a mom, a sister, even alive at all. What could possibly make breathing easier? Is mindless sex really the answer? Well, it couldn’t hurt to try. Enter Landon. At a sex party no less. Their eyes meet across a crowded room…well yeah that happened. But this connection is so much more. They both feel it but the timing is all wrong. Can these two overcome their pasts to enjoy their present and build a future, either alone or together? Another story by this author that is oh so hot, not safe for work and must be read in order.
This author’s stories never fail when it comes to making the characters ache and yearn for each other. Her stories never fail at making the reader sigh or want to continue reading. I love how these main characters, Caroline and Saint, have been watching each other, both thinking the other is out of their league and unattainable. I love when they finally realize their feelings. But of course, their story isn’t just as simple as that. There has to be a “bad guy” who tries to mess everything up.
The last story in this series is Steele Resolve. This story, in fact I think this whole series, proves my point of you can’t help who you love and I love that. In the stories that I read and in real life. Byron is part of the Hawke family, they trust him, they love him. Luca aka Steele not so much. When these two get together the pages sizzle and burn!! Wow! Trust and love are two key elements for happiness. But throw in a little bad blood and some misunderstandings and you have yourself a pretty good story!
The Hawke Family collection is one collection you do not want to miss! And to think there is a second generation on its way!!
I love finding a great boxset of books and I could not put these books down! I was drawn in by the writing and was intrigued by the synopsis on the books. I found myself wanting to just sit and seclude myself in a room away from everyone wanting to read the books. It had everything that I wanted in a book, including action, romance, a great story line! I loved it all and I cannot wait to read more books by this author! I cannot wait to tell my friends about these books so that they can read them as well and we can all tallk about our favorite parts together!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Carlie Del Gallohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCarlie Del Gallo2023-01-12 20:22:322023-01-16 17:57:59The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Carlie Del Gallo
This series I can say wothout a doubt, will instantly pull you in. It follows the Hawke family (and a few individuals close to them) as they navigate their oftentimes, complicated life. Although each book can be read separately, they build on each other and help significantly by starting from book one; which I highly recommend. The character development continues to grow with the series and each book brings on a new emotion.
Book One The books follows Savage and Danika and their unlikely romance. They find each other in the most unlikely of places and although neither was expecting to find love, they are perfect for each other. Dani is the perfect amount of spice that Savage needs and Savage is the calm that Dani needs. The action is just starting in this book.
Book Two Gabe and Skye should not work. They’ve known eachother since they were kids. Everyone sees them as family but the two have had feelings that they’re having a hard time denying. Only time will tell if this can work. You can definitely feel how each other souls are tortured but looking for that someone.
Book Three Stone has been strange until it’s revealed he’s been helping Uncle Dom. Nora is sweet with a hint of spice. Stone doesn’t think he’s good enough for Nora and Nora thinks Stone is a pig, and yet, they can’t seem to stay away from each other. Another book with hope, love, and heartache. This book has by far the most action so far in the series and makes you wanting more.
Book Four Storm has not had it easy and heartache has her trapped in her own head. Landon is desperately trying to escape his past. It the most unexpected ways they cross each other’s paths. This is by far the most emotional and heart wrenching book so far in the series. There could be several triggering moments but it is dealt with in a caring and heartfelt manner. This may be my favorite book so far.
Book Five Such a sweet short story of finding love where you least expect it. I love seeing stories of the background characters that played a role in the Hawke family. Caroline and Saint, although not major characters in the first four books, are very important to the family. Lot of detail packed in a small package.
Book Six This book brought the series full circle with a surprising ending. I really enjoyed the final conclusion being about Luca and Byron. Their relationship, i feel, was really important. There were hints of this conclusion in the last few books and you’ll find yourself saying “Oh, that makes sense now”. Great series.
This collection of novels encompasses all of the novels in Gwyn Mcnamee’s first generation of the Hawke family series. All six books Savage Collison, Tainted Sky, Stone Sober, Building Storm, Tainted Saint, and Steele Resolve are all wonderful, well written books that will suck you in from the start and not let go. I wanted to devour all six books at once, but you know, life, so I had to pace myself but they are something you will want to spend a lot of time devouring because they are incredibly addicting, full of action, and lots of steamy romance from story to story. I have added this author to my auto buy list, I am looking forward to her next series concerning the second generation of the Hawke family series, and checking out her back log of books that have already been released.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Micalahhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMicalah2023-01-12 18:51:152023-01-16 17:57:04The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee -Review by Micalah Weatherholtz
This was a really good series. It follows the Hawke family siblings and their friends. Set in New Orleans, you get clubs, murder, mob, hurricanes and lots of family drama! Some very streamy scenes as well. Well written and you get to really know the characters as they develop.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tabithahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTabitha2023-01-12 18:22:392023-01-16 17:56:18The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Tabitha Montero
I thoroughly enjoyed each book in this series, and ‘binge read’ this collection having been hooked from page one. Each story is about a different member of the Hawke family, and should be read in order, so as to fully understand and enjoy the storylines. I liked how the main characters were recurring throughout the series, and enjoyed ‘catching up’ with those who’s story had already been told. The wonderfully detailed descriptive narrative brought both the characters and the setting vividly to life, making me feel fully immersed in the Hawke family’s world. The storyline and plot twists and turns have kept me happily turning the pages, completely gripped. I was desperate to read the next book in the series as soon as I had finished the previous one! I remained captivated by the Hawke family and their world throughout all six books. Each book had amazing world building, atmospheric settings, wonderful main characters and supporting ones, plenty of drama and suspense, and of course romance. The romance did lead to some steamy scenes, and the chemistry between each couple sizzled off the page. Each main character was very well defined and their relationships developed in each book. This collection is an entertaining and engaging read, and I am sad to be leaving the Hawke family behind. However, I am glad that I have read it and definitely recommend reading all six books.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Gordonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Gordon2023-01-12 17:27:422023-01-16 17:54:12The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Jennifer Gordon
I am absolutely floored by the sheer genius of how this author flawlessly delivers this collection. I read quite a bit, and this is by far the best collection I have read in SUCH a long time. I picked it up by chance but I could not be happier about my choice. I was completely and utterly absorbed in these stories from page one until the very last word. Gwyn McNamee seamlessly blends each story together with plenty of steamy scenes, suspenseful action, and romance.
Savage Collision started the collection off and gave me a glimpse of what I was getting into (hint: it was amazing) After reading about Savage and Dani, I dove straight into Tortured Skye without any hesitation at all. I loved the beautifully written damaged hero and their forbidden romance.
I feel like the author picks up and continues the Hawke family stories so well with the third and fourth books in the series, Stone Sober, and Building Storm. As with the previous two, there are plenty of steamy scenes and drama abound, so buckle up! Stone Sober took me a minute to warm up to because the sibling drama threw me for a bit, but once I got further into the story, I fell in love again (no surprise). Gwyn does such an exquisite job creating not just a story to read but characters whose lives you feel part of while you’re reading. Building Storm is an incredible second-chance romance that will give you all the hope, but of course has all the drama that this author builds so well!
These shorter but equally astounding reads bring the Hawke Family Collection to an end. While I’m sad to end such an incredibly wonderful series, I am beyond happy to have found this author and the Hawke Family. I will definitely be following Gwyn McNamee in the future to see what other magical journey she has for us. Tainted Saint brings more pieces to the puzzle and though it is a quicker read, you’ll still love to see what drama and heat happens here! Steele Resolve brings everything to the close where you’ll get a resolution whether you like it or not. I loved every little bit of these books. Pick up the entire collection and save yourself the time of thinking on it, you will fall head over heels for all of them!
Sometimes you stumble upon a series and you wonder where it has been your whole life. You can’t read it fast enough and yet you also do not want it to end. The Hawke Family is that series. Each book gets better than the last. These characters have so much depth to them and there is so much drama that it keeps the pages turning. Plus they are so very steamy. They are so good, I definitely recommend them, especially if you are looking for a new series that won’t disappoint!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Christinehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngChristine2023-01-12 16:58:162023-01-16 15:06:47The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Christine Baranek
This is the entire saga of the Hawke family and everything that is entailed behind the scenes. The emotions of this family from start to finish is amazing. This author absolutely nailed it with this! I will absolutely be reaching for more by her. As always check trigger and content warnings. The final novella was my absolute favorite and she never let me down. She absolutely makes you feel every raw emotion and feeling.
These books definitely didn’t disappoint one bit! Gwyn put as much into these books as she did in Night Hawke. I seriously found myself reading these books every chance I had…these books were 100%-page turners! I found myself lost in not only the steamy parts of the book, but the mystery and back story as well. Gwyn has a talent for creating in-depth story plotlines and characters with intriguing skill! And yes, there is a lot of steamy scenes, but what I really enjoyed is that it is not purely sex-filled romance, but there was plenty of action and suspense, which really created deeper stories.
Savage Collision: Savage….what a name…and what a man! Gwyn has a way of describing a beautiful character with a kind soul, but of course is described to be as hot as a man can be! But with every kind soul, there’s a past lingering its ugly face in the background…and Savage has to deal with that and more!
Savage is introduced to a woman named Dani…has Savage met his match when it comes to Dani? Is Dani falling for Savage…will their relationship work out beyond “friends”…there’s only one way to find out and that is to read the book yourself! I promise you…this is a page turner that you will not want to put down!
Tortured Skye:
The second book in the Hawke Family Series, and it was as good as the first book! Gwyn may honestly be one of my new favorite authors! This book was well written and didn’t lack in anything! Skye and Gabe are the two main characters in the second book, and there were times when the author had me wondering how these two were ever going to connect! But like the other books I have read by Gwyn…she magically found a way to bring everything together! She writes with such detail and has this way of creating world’s that you can easily find yourself lost in!
I really enjoyed Gabe and his story, his journey was a unique one, and Skye just adds to the plot! There’s emotion, attraction, passion, and so much more! I hope that you find yourself as lost in the books as what I was!
Wow!!!!…. really, I mean wow! Once again, Gwyn has not disappointed one bit! In a way I think that the series has gotten even better in these two installments. The author has upped her game even more by providing intriguing, page-turning storylines. Like any good family dirt…there are secrets that run deep in the first two books, and more secrets are revealed in these next two books, which really helped suspense and the world building!
Stone Sober: This one was interesting and had a darker vibe than the others. Stone is introduced to a woman named Nora, and the two of them find that they are drawn to each other, but there’s one problem…they are not at all alike. There are plenty of secrets, darkness and just the overall unknown that creates tension that keeps you turning the page to find out more and to try to learn more about Stone and Nora!
Building Storm:
Storm finds herself in a unexpected situation and is trying to piece her life back together after what can only be described as losing it all. She has to try to be strong because she has her daughter to look after and is trying her best to live life through all of the pain that she has endured! She isn’t looking for love but lo and behold, apparently love has found her! And the hardest thing for Storm is that she has been through so much, that she doesn’t even realize that love has found her! Landon McCabe is looking for a fresh start after being a man on the run. He figures why not start fresh in New Orleans…nothing can go wrong there…right?! Well let’s just say that Landon and Storm find themselves both coming from broken situations and have no idea that the healing compound is each other! You must read in order to find out what else goes on between Storm and Landon!
Like all things…. the series has come to an end with these last 2 books, I’m sad to see this series come to an end, but it was definitely entertaining while it lasted! Gwyn built a wonderful world, with amazing characters that all had unique characteristics and backstories that truly captivates the reader. Gwyn didn’t disappoint with these last 2 books and gave it the proper ending without leaving you thinking what if or that’s it!
Tainted Saint: This book was a shorter read than the previous 4 books but was still satisfying and entertaining. It was nice that Gwyn made sure that all of the characters from the previous stories continued to find their way into each book….and this book was no different! There were familiar characters, romance, steaminess, mystery and secrets!
Caroline is introduced in this book, and she has found out that she has an eye for Saint, a bouncer of one of the clubs. Does Caroline also catch Saint’s eye or is she in for a rude awakening? Gwyn didn’t go as in depth with this story, but she still continues to provide the reader with a story that has plenty of twists and turns!
Steele Resolve:
When I say I didn’t expect an ending like that…I mean it was truly unexpected, but still a satisfying ending to an amazing series! We met Byron in the first book of the series and wonder what happened to him? Well Gwyn waited until the last book to bring Byron back as a main character, and it was worth the wait! He has been featured as an amazing loyal and enjoyable supporting character, but I was glad to see that he got his own story in the series!
This book would be considered another quick read, but that doesn’t mean that it isn’t full of emotion and suspense! Steele…is she good for Byron, is she bad for Byron? Does poor Byron even know which way he needs to go…will his heart win or will it be his family that gets the last laugh? This story takes us on an adventure with Byron and his journey of who he is.
I’m sad that the series is over, but I can’t complain with how Gwyn ended it. It was well thought out and very entertaining! All I can say is Happy Reading!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Mary E Espinozahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMary E Espinoza2023-01-12 15:23:402023-01-16 15:06:01The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Mary Espinoza
The Hawke Family books each focus on a different member of the Hawke family and their romantic interest – this can sometimes put me off a series if the underlying story suffers as a result, but I can assure you that this is not the case with this collection. I really enjoyed how the ongoing story continued throughout the books and was written in a way that made the books flow well as a series whilst ensuring that it didn’t detract from the romances (and vice versa!). I was initially concerned that the stories would end up being very similar and blur into one, but they were certainly unique, and each kept me gripped to the end! The characters each had differing motivations, ways in which they overcame challenges and interactions with others, and this left me falling in love with all of them as their stories unraveled. They were well written, and it was great to witness events from both sides lending a greater understanding to their building relationships and actions. These easy and enjoyable reads are considered romance novels but there is also danger throughout which go well together and flow nicely. I would recommend this collection to anyone who loves a steamy romance but also enjoys elements of action and suspense. I read these back-to-back unwilling to put them down so I can’t wait for the second-generation books to all be released so I can dive into those but in the meantime, I will be reading other books by this author!
Boy oh boy! Such a GREAT romantic suspense set!! Okay ,so there are SIX books total in this set (Savage Collision, Tortured Skye, Stone Sober, Building Storm, Tainted Saint, and Steele Resolve). YES, you CAN read them alone, BUT you SHOULDN’T!! Just don’t do it! You will want them all! TRUST ME!! They are all so, so good!!! They build on each other so well!! They will mention things in the others and you won’t quite know what they are referring to, but you will get the overall point in most cases. BUT you NEED to read them all! Seriously! I loved them all so much. The Hawke family lives in New Orleans and just like the town, there is always something going on with them! Lets see…. The mob? Check!… Family issues? Of course. Check!… Workplace Drama? Unfortunately always with clubs. So, check and double check! AND Hurricanes!!!!!?? Oh geesh! Check!! What fires will this family need to deal with in this collection of contemporary suspense romance books?? Read them ALL to find out!!!!!
Savage Collision- Savage is a damaged billionaire who owns and runs a couple of upscale clubs. When a dancer’s sister comes barreling into his office he doesn’t know it yet, but his life will never be the same. He has secrets, but weather he likes it or not, he can’t keep it from coming out, or the consequences afterwards.
Tortured Skye- Skye is Savage’s sister (from book one). She works on the office side of the local hospital and although the family drives her crazy and she’s a bit snippy sometimes, she has a decent life. She likes her work, she’s been “seeing” a guy from HR, and she’s handling life and family. Unfortunately one encounter, at a Hawke Family event no less, has her life flipped upside down. She’s really being tortured at this point!
Stone Sober- Stone is the younger brother of Savage and Skye (from book one and two). He is a lawyer at an older firm but he still has ties to his home town and unfortunately some dangerous people there. Coming home and setting up shop for himself is looking better and better. But, he’s a control freak who can’t control his life right now! Between the mob and an off limits employee of the family, his world is spinning. He can’t control himself and he finds himself rushing into things unprepared. Hard as stone but a sweet cupcake can make it all burn to the ground!
Building Storm- Storm is another Hawke sister (from the previous books). She hasn’t really been living. At all. Going through the motions on auto pilot isn’t truly living. Everyone sees it. Even her daughter. She’s failing. The Hawke family means well, but they’re driving her insane trying to control everything. She can’t rely on anyone. She has to take care of her life and her daughter. She can do it alone and she has to. Storms are crashing around in her brain and stomach as she tries to navigate what her new life should be like. The guilt, hurt, and anger are so much. The inferno that ruined her life, flashes like a deja vu, and losing everything has her fighting for her breath and her life!
Tainted Saint- Saint is a bouncer at one of the Hawkeye Clubs. He’s an ex ball player which gives him the perfect build to put anyone in their place if they even try to step out of line and break any of the club rules. Working for the Hawke family has been anything but boring though! There is ALWAYS something going on in one of the clubs, bars, restaurants, or businesses. Trouble is just attracted to them! Between lovers, one night stands, family drama, and the Italian Mob…. who knows what will happen to this family next! Unfortunately for him, he failed them when keeping an eye on a family member, so his life is a bit up in the air since the fire. Caroline is a reporter and a friend of the Hawke family. She’s reporting on a masquerade party and she’s excited for some of the fun. Being anonymous gives her the courage to step outside her normal box. With secrets everywhere things are about to change for this family, again.!! And of course Saint and Caroline are being scooped right into the story with them all.
Steele Resolve- Steele (aka Luca Abello) is a mob boss. Taking over for his father was never in his plans. He wanted nothing to do with him or anything that he did. His father sent him and his mother away because the truth of what he is. He isn’t to be trusted. His father was bad enough, but now that Luca is in town the Hawke family is on edge. Not knowing what Luca is up to is keeping them and their businesses on their toes. Knowing it all, Byron has a hard time staying away. Yes, at first he didn’t know who he was, but now they are both risking it all because they can’t seem to stay away from each other. Secrets and guilt are ripping the poor Hawke family apart. And this rift could ruin a lot along the way. The Hawke’s are the only people Luca has ever cared about and now they are on opposite sides.
What an ending!! Talk about coming full circle. I loved this set!!!! I can’t wait to read the prequel that just came out!! Sad to see this story end, but I am excited to read some of Gwyn’s other books!!!! Think I found another favorite author!! You HAVE TO READ THIS SET!!!!!
One family with completely different personalities will draw you in and keep you captivated throughout the entire collection. Love, mobs, drama, murder…this complete series has something for everyone and is so hard to put down!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amy Deanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmy Dean2023-01-12 14:22:242023-08-04 22:52:48The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Amy Dean January 2023
WOW What an absolutely fantastic collection of books from this very talented author. Each of the 6 books included will keep you just as captivated as the last, right from the very first words. With fantastic characters, interesting storylines and enough steam to have you continually fanning your self you simply won’t want to put the book down! This author definitely has a new fan in me!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Juleshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJules2023-01-12 13:02:232023-01-16 15:04:48The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwen McNamee – Review by Jules Herbert
Can you say addiction! This was such a great read and if i didn’t have the opportunity to read all six books in the collection, back-to-back – there would have been tears!
There is never a dull moment when your spending time with the Hawke family! The Hawke Family Collection is a fantastic series including six stories: Book #1 – Savage Collision Savage and Danika Book #2- Tortured Skye Skye and Gabe Book #3- Stone Sober Stone and Nora Book #4 – Building Storm Storm and Landon Book #5 – Tainted Saint Saint and Caroline Book #6 – Steele Resolve Byron and Luca
Gwynn McNamee has written this collection with such passion and spice. Each book had me feeling all the heightened emotions from anger to empathy and unconditional love. I could not put this down after I fell in love with the characters of the Hawke family and friends.
Definitely recommend the collection! You will not want to wait to dive straight into the next book!
Gwyn McNamee gives us a heart throb thrilling series with six books in total. Things start with a bang when Danika faces off with Savage Hawke in book number 1 titled Savage Collision. Sparks fly and you can definitely cut the tension with a knife! After answers about her sister, Danika doesn’t expect to develop the feels and Savage is pleasantly surprised. This book was a rollercoaster that put me in a state of determination to see what came next and what more the author had to offer.
In book 2 titled Tortured Skye we see a female member of the Hawke family burning the pages with another sultry tale of angst and heavy chemistry. Cue Gabe. The best thing aside from keeping me on my toes was the face we were previously introduced to Skye and I am a sucker for seeing a character grow and develop throughout the series! Book two held its weight as a great addition to the growing series.
Stone Sober or book 3 was one I read from beginning to end in one sitting. There was enough build up that I needed to consume it wholly. At this point Gwynn has me hook line and sinker and Stone and Nora took home the cake here. The dynamic between them was so out of left field in the most perfect way and his gruff, straight sex appeal versus her school girl saint naivety had a duo that just had me right up in my feels. by far my favourite *so far* of the series. I honestly think that if you are reading this review and wanting to start the series on book three…DONT DO IT. I don’t know that the effect would be the same if you didn’t have the full story to build on the world these characters are living in and the rules they play by. As always Gywn gave us a solid read that left us fantasizing about our own Stone.
Book 4 called building storm left a storm in my heart. Total goals was the character Storm showcased and I think the reason the book was so addicting was the fact that at some level angst, pain and difficulty are all relatable. This duo had me sobbing and I really didn’t want it to end!
Book 5 was Tainted Saint and it was a definite tale of don’t judge a book by its cover. Saint and Carolines dynamic was fire. They both project whether willingly or not, different people than who they are deep down and I wasn’t sure this duo would survive to the end. Gwyn has a way of entwining us into these peoples lives where you feel as if you are experiencing their emotions and rooting them the whole way through! Another book in the series I couldn’t have put down even if I wanted to!!
All good things come to an end and for this blazing box set Steel Resolve brought it home. The risks were high, my fingers cramped from gripping the edge of my seat and this was a real curveball. I enjoyed the deviation as it kept the series fresh. Left opportunity. Luca is SOMETHING ELSE and man, I was sweating more than once. A true nail biter with this balanced beautifully with the glimpses into the softer side of the hardest people.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00April McCoyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngApril McCoy2023-01-11 23:01:322023-01-16 15:03:00The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee – Review by April McCoy
This collection was absolutely amazing, that I couldn’t put them down I read all of them in a row. The depth this author wrote the story, and the characters was just phenomenal that I thought I was right there in the story and know the characters on a personal level. All these books were compelling and intriguing, filled with suspense, steamy romance and action-packed not only is there friendship, love and the way the family comes together when needed. Highly recommend these, you might not sleep until you’ve read them all, but its worth it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Reimerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Reimer2023-01-11 20:49:472023-01-16 14:59:42The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Jennifer Reimer
My Oh My! This collection is fantastic! I did not expect this book to have so many twists and turns! There is so much character development throughout the book you would have never expected! I loved the relationships in this book and how it gives you a different perspective on love, trauma and personal development. This collection is one of a kind, it was very exciting, intriguing and it kept you on the edge of your seat! I would definitely recommend this collection to anyone who enjoys romance, strong female characters and an unlikely couple!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Noor Jivrajhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngNoor Jivraj2023-01-11 14:38:092023-01-16 14:56:04The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Noor Jivraj
The best thing about this is that it was the complete collection of the Hawke family so you could delve into it and immerse yourself in the world for a while. The characters are complex, distinct, and well developed. I didn’t want the series to end! Perfect for some winter break reading while by the fire. You will not want to put it down! Gwyn’s writing style is CAPTIVATING!!
5 Stars The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee
The Hawke Family Complete Collection is a collection of six books that make up The Hawke Family series. My first book by this author was Savage Collison and the rest is pretty much history. I never hesitate to read whatever she writes. Her style of writing along with her creative characters make for one heck of a story. Each one is about a different family member and we get glimpses of other characters. Her stories have just the right amount of steamy scenes that will have you turning the pages to see what is going to happen next. Her characters are real, relatable and fully developed which makes it easy to fall in love with them that much easier. I highly recommend reading this Complete Collection by this amazing author. I can’t wait to read more from this Author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dawn Daughenbaughhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDawn Daughenbaugh2023-01-10 22:37:492023-01-16 14:51:46The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh
I absolutely loved this collection. The collection includes all 6 books of the Hawke Family. The author gives just enough detail about each character that gives you the feeling that you are a close personal friend but not so much in depth that you get bored with the words. There is a lot of heat and spice throughout the entire series but also each book has an in-depth plot.
Savage Collision: This is the first book in the collection and focuses on the eldest son of the Hawke family, Savage. We are also introduced to the entire family in this book and get a good glimpse at different character personalities. I absolutely love Savages character development throughout this book, it is shown through each chapter how much he has grown. The romance is between Savage and his employee’s older sister Danika. Savage owns not only clubs, and restaurants but also a gentleman’s club, which makes Dani call him a “pussy peddler”. Dani is a journalist and is working on a big story that deals with the Mob and Mayor. Savage is a control freak who has lost a good bit of control in his life, which makes him even harder to deal with. Dani is also hardheaded and is definitely not looking for love. Will these two be able to even stand in the same room without going completely insane? This book is full of steam, suspense, and action, in addition to the romance.
Tortured Skye: This is the second book in the collection and focuses on Skye, the youngest daughter of the Hawke family. The romance with Skye also involves her brother’s best friend, Gabe. I absolutely loved Skye in the first book, and I fell in love with her even more in this book. While Skye is a little bitchy and hot headed, I feel she is really more misunderstood than anything. She lost her twin sister and that alone would give anyone major issues. Both of the fight their love and attraction for the longest time, but once they give in, the flood gates are open, and it gets hot and heavy quickly. Gabe is still quite reluctant to be in a relationship given it is a semi betrayal to his best friend Savage. The author shows us in this book that there is always something more going on with a person that what is shown on the outside. The journey Skye and Gabe take is a long winding road.
Stone Sober: This is the third book in the collection and focuses on Stone, the youngest Hawke in the family. This what absolutely nothing I expected it to be, but it was much better. This is my favorite story of the entire collection. There is a ton of twists and turns in this book that will have your heart racing and fist clenching. The storyline is a little darker than the others which I loved. Stone has just returned home and is on edge, he has a secret that he has been keeping that only one other person knows about. This secret could set him completely down the wrong path, moreso than it already has done. Nora, is an amazing smart young woman who is also an employee of his brother Savage’s gentlemen’s club. Absolutely no one knows her reasoning for giving up her doctor career to become a stripper, besides that it is more freeing. This story is hot, dark and full of secrets.
Building Storm: This is the fourth book in the collection and follows the oldest sister, Storm. I ended up so wrapped up in this story that I read it completely in one sitting. In this story, you will definitely feel every emotion possible. The author has written it perfectly for you to feel all of the sorrow, the anger and the lust. There were parts where I felt like my heart actually broke from the way Storm was feeling. From the other books we know that Storm has a daughter and was married, but now we get to see how Storm is putting her life back together. She definitely wasn’t looking for love, but it found her anyway. Landon is from Chicago and ends up in New Orleans after trying to run from his problems. They are both broken, but in different ways and they hope to heal each other. Do you think Storm is ready for a happy ending, or are they both two broken to be fixed?
Tainted Saint: This is the fifth book in the collection and focuses on Caroline and Saint. Caroline, we met back in book one, she is Danika’s best friend, and a friend of the Hawke women. She is fun, feisty, and adventurous. She has her eyes set on a new bouncer of one of the clubs, Saint. This story is smoking hot with so many different twists. One of my favorite aspects of this book is that Caroline is not the type of woman that takes orders very well, like Saint is used to. I felt there was not a lot of the same depth in this story but loved it, nonetheless.
Steele Resolve This is book six in the collection and is a M/M romance that follows Byron and Steele. We met Byron in the first book, he is the manager of the gentlemen’s club that Savage Hawke owns. This is a forbidden romance, and enemies to lover’s trope. You can’t help but to love Byron, he is sweet, funny, and loyal. This book is full of high-strung emotion. Steele is Mr. Right but also oh so wrong for Byron. Steele is the enemy, and how is Byron going to choose between his heart and his family?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Helen Dawkinshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHelen Dawkins2023-01-10 20:52:092023-01-16 14:50:33The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Helen dawkins
If this is how my reading year is starting I say roll on 2023 !!What an epic way to start 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
So I was spoilt with not but 6 books in 1 ❣️📕 how did I do it , well it’s like eating an elephant , bit for bit 🤭😂 what an absolute treat this was !!
SAVAGE COLLISION
When Danika storms into Savage’s office I brace myself but this girl is afraid of nothing and I wasn’t sure who was more entertained me or Savage😉
There is not a scared hair on Danika’s head and as an investigative reporter that serves her well but it also gets her into a rather precarious position and thank all that is good that Savage and Gabe are around but for every action there’s a reaction and it adds a lot of suspense to the tension between Danika and Savage 😱nail biting , riveting and absolute brilliance !
Savage has issues and demons of his own as does Gabe but these 2 friends are lifers and watching them deal with their issues was a gift , a privelage and it made them human 🤗 I just love these guys and I know I shouldn’t have favorites but Savage you’re it for me 😉🥰
TORTURED SKYE
I don’t blame Skye for kissing Gabe ! If it wasn’t for Savage owning my heart I’d have been all over Gabe like a bad rash 🤭 but this can only get complicated 🙈bring it on 😉
Both Skye and Gabe have had some serious pain and loss and those scars stay behind but these 2 are pure perfection together and HOT 🥰🔥
I must say these 2 have had me on the edge of my seat and emotionally rather drained but it was oh so worth it 😉❣️📕
STONE SOBER
How hot is this cover !?! I nearly self combusted and I hadn’t even started reading 🥰😂🔥🤭
Stone is that every man hates and every woman wants ! Good grief I think he could make a nun denounce her vows #truestory#
Now Nora may be a dancer in the club but there’s a purity and an innocence to her that Stone finds appealing and let me say she’s one lucky girl to have attracted his attention 🫶🏼
This series is like aging red wine each one is better than the previous one and I just so invested in these Hawke boys!
I laughed , I cried , ok I sobbed and just remember secrets always have a way of coming out .
This was beautifully twisted and I loved every single moment ❣️📕
BUILDING STORM
Storm and Landon ripped my heart out !
Storm is an exceptionally strong woman to have survived all that she has and not be swallowed by sadness and bitterness blows my mind !
Landon is hurting and dealing with things and I think that’s what helps him be more empathetic to Storm and he draws from himself to help get heal
When these 2 got together I was panicking , I thought this was going to be a recipe for disaster but these 2 are just pure perfection and they had be all hot and bothered most of the time but there were moments where I didn’t think I had any more tears left , this Hawke family is going to be the end of me yet 🥰
TAINTED SAINT
Caroline and Saint had me all over the place if I must be honest and I’m not sure if it’s because I’m so emotional over the Hawkes that I’m sensitive but I just want peace and serenity for these people and we’ve journeyed together now ,, they feel more like family than friends 🥰
Saint may be a BIG man but he’s a real old softy don’t let his size fool you and Caroline is all bark and no bite and these 2 are soooooo good together 🥰
STEELE RESOLVE
I met the Abellos a long time ago , like 5 books back and they’re not the type I would want to cross but everyone no matter how strong or mean or cruel they seem have a soft spot somewhere , we all have an Achilles, even the Abellos 😉 Luca show us the softer side of his family
This was a different read to the others to a degree , yes it did make me feel a little uncomfortable but that doesn’t take anything away from the pure brilliance of this series in actual fact it shows the diversity of the author and that right there already earns 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Byron managed the club and his “ affiliation “ with Luca had me on edge , there’s so much at risk and I was on the edge of my seat , yet again 😱😂
I didn’t want the series to end but the saying all good things come to an end and I may have got to the last page but the Hawkes will always be in my heart !
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Heidihttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHeidi2023-01-10 13:02:382023-01-16 14:45:36The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Heidi Sturgess
The Hawke Family Complete Series is fantastic! If you enjoy steamy, spicy, action-packed drama, romance, and so much more this series is for you! The web this author weaves connecting everyone worked out beautifully. The Hawke Family is more than just blood relatives, its friends and coworkers/employees as well. This Collection consists of 6 books, each their own. Each one involves all characters throughout, but each focusing on a specific two. Written from the point of view of both main characters. I enjoy when authors do that because then you know what each character is thinking and what the author might’ve been thinking when writing them. Savage Collision – Savage & Danika Tortured Skye – Gabe & Skye Stone Sober – Nora & Stone Building Storm – Landon & Storm Tainted Saint – Caroline & Saint Steele Resolve – Byron & Luca I enjoy and appreciate each book in a different light. However there were two books that stuck out to me. Two books that rose to the top for me, which were Stone Sober & Tortured Skye. I loved both of them. I was pulled to Stone even before his novel, I wanted a deeper dive into his character, and man the author definitely did not disappoint. Everything he went through and dealt with reading and digesting it just made me love him even more. Yes, Stone is my favorite Hawke Family member. Stone and Skye were the most troubled Hawke siblings, however they were all broken souls, that gave me hope they would grow and mend themselves even “adopted” son/brother Gabe. These books are hard to put down, there’s just so much going on, that sometimes it could seem too much. However the balance the author gives throughout gives you time to digest even in thoses moment. Is there love? Yes Is there happiness? Yes Is there tragedy? Unfortunately Is there action? Absolutely Those are just a few reminders on why you should jump into this world. Am I going to say what happens in what books? Absolutely not, what’s the fun in that! It’s up to you to read THEM!
Savage Collision The first book in this series really sets the stage (plot wise) for the rest of the stories. It gets going really quick, and you literally have to hang on for the ride. Loved the build up and the twist the author threw at us! I also enjoyed the details we got to see about the businesses he was running. You get a deep respect really quick for the hero. Loved the chemistry between Savage and Dani!
Tortured Skye The second book is about Savage’s little sister Skye. Her romance starts out with that forbidden attraction and it is delicious! Gotta love that scenario! Of all the characters, Skye’s personality is my least favorite. With that said, I still enjoyed her love story, and definitely how good her man is for her. The plot line that was started in first book continues, so my advice is to read in order even if someone’s story draws you more.
Stone Sober Stone is the black sheep in the family, and I was concerned where his story would take us. His romantic interest is also off limits, and it heightens this storyline with a hint of danger. Just reading a few pages will have you worried about Nora, about Stone’s association with Dom, and impending doom for this family you have started to love.
Building Storm This was my favorite book in the series. Storm is everything I love in a female lead. Landon seeing her pain and determined to help her thru it was one of the most romantic scenarios that I’ve ever read. The way the author wrote their first meeting, second meeting, their love scenes at the beginning with Storm holding back, and the moment she finally lets go was just beautiful. Very realistic to the way grief works. I connected with this character in a way I didn’t expect. I was moved reading this story in a way I haven’t been in a long time.
Tainted Saint Novella length, but has so much that happens. Saint and Caroline’s story starts off at a masquerade party, and I just love it. They are freaking perfect together!
Steele Resolve Steele Resolve is an unexpected twist to the stories we have been reading. This one also has a forbidden romance with the two being involved with the mob and the Hawke family. It is a great plot and this story is the final installment of that plot. A great story to wrap it all up even though I am sad it is ending! Seriously, one of the best series I have ever read!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tina Vegahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTina Vega2023-01-09 22:34:442023-01-16 14:40:51The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Tina Vega
This us a fantastic series from start to finish, with each and every book juat getting better and better. The first time I read a book by this author I honestly didn’t think she could live up to the hype I had seen. I am so pleased to say that not only was I wrong but her work completely blew me away. And this series is the perfect example of why. It is engaging, complex, intense and has some amazing characters. With each of these books I haven’t been able to put them down, needing to finish then all in one sitting. This author is now one of those that I will buy without even looking at the book description. I wokke urge everyone to try her work today!
This series and the author is new to me and I’ll definitely be reading her books as often as I can get my hands on them. The Hawke Family Series is awesome and I read through all 6 books in about 2 weeks. Each one stars one of the Hawke Family members or a close friend. The Hawke are a strong family and once you connect with them you seem to get integrated quickly into the family. I highly recommend reading these books in order!
Book 1 – Savage Collision: The first book introduces us to Savage Hawke, the oldest of the Hawke siblings. He is a man dedicated to his businesses while doing his best to keep his employees safe. When he’s accused by Danika Ericksson that he’s putting women in dangerous situations, he adamantly denies those accusations. The attraction between Savage and Danika is spicy from the start and keeps you on the edge. There are moments in the book that are steamy, sad, heartbreaking, and action packed. The book introduces us to the Hawke family members and to loyal and new friends.
Book 2 – Tortured Skye: One of the younger Hawke sisters Skye, who is smart but has been a little off due to a tragedy. She is tolerated by her family based on her actions and reactions. Skye finally gives into her feelings for her brother’s best friend. Could this turn into something good or will it destroy something special?
Book 3 – Stone Sober: The youngest and the only other brother of the family Stone. He is super smart but seems to get himself in trouble all the time. This book brings out more about Stone so we get to understand him better. Can he keep the shady dealings from ruining Nora who he is attracted to because of her innocence or will he drag her into the shady side of his life?
Book 4 – Building Storm: This is my favorite book of the series which is about Storm Hawke. Storms life went up in flames and she needs to find a way to build it back up again. There are some tough times that Storm must work through. This is my favorite book of the series. Although our stories are different, I had to find my way to a new life too.
Book 5 – Tainted Saint: Although this book isn’t specifically about one of the Hawke family members, it is about a couple of their friends. Caroline Brooks (Danika’s best friend) is attracted to Solomon Clark (aka Saint) and he is attracted to Caroline. Will these two be able to survive what happens when they connect while at a masquerade ball?
Book 6 – Steele Resolve: Byron Harris works for Savage Hawke at the Hawkeye club. Luca ‘Steele’ Abello is a dangerous mob boss. Their chance encounter will bring danger but will the danger bring them together. Luca is in town to take care of his father once and for all. Will the distraction of his feelings for Byron bring more danger is way? How will the Hawke family help their friend and club manager Byron?
If you want to get enthralled in amazing work, story line, and family mine… then this collection is the series for you. McNamee’s ability to hold the readers undeivided attention for 6 straight books is remarkable. Trust me, you won’t stop after just one. Being a first time reader it hers, this definitely has opened my library to anything Gwyn!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Trishahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTrisha2023-01-08 17:35:022023-01-16 14:30:31The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Trisha Cargile
This book collection was simply amazing to read. It had a little bit of everything for everyone. From BDSM, to LGBT+, to everything in-between, this world was beautifully created You could tell that the author loved writing this series by the time she took to create the characters and their development in just a few words. I loved reading all six books, and had a book hangover so much to the point where I had to go back and read it all over again just to see if I missed anything. This will forever sit on my bookshelf on my kindle for me to read over and over again!
Amazing book! Could not put it down! Follows the Hawke siblings through their respective lives. Would recommend to everyone looking for something to read!!!!
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