The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Amazing book! Could not put it down! Follows the Hawke siblings through their respective lives. Would recommend to everyone looking for something to read!!!!
The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Hawke family sure has their drama. This collection follows the lives of the Hawke siblings and their friends. This family regardless of their circumstances comes together in life, love, and friendship. They are guided by the eldest, Savage Hawke who runs dance clubs.
Throughout the series of six novels, we learn about each of the characters, their flaws and their strengths. This collection is full of suspense and steamy romance.
While I enjoyed the entire collection, Storm’s story, Building Storm was my favorite. For me, this story had the strongest plot and characters. I would recommend this book.
The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Are you kidding me?!? This is so good! I loved each couple in this set of 6 stories! Savage and Danika are up first and are hilarious and steamy! In addition to the dangers a mutual enemy brings this story is a page turner! Coming in second we meet Skye and are reintroduced to Gabe, a DAWG in true form! Of course these two have the issue of being the little sister and best friend of the over protective Savage but that just makes their attraction even more fun!! Third up is Stone (the baby Hawke of the family) and Nora (Danika’s little sister). Stone comes back into town with a handful of vices that hide a secret he’s trying to escape, Nora quit college and found freedom stripping in her BIL Savage’s club. These two meet and help one another find themselves once again. Storm and Landon are our 4th couple and this is more getcha in your feels and less drama than the others. Still phenomenal and speaks to the writer letting the character’s allowing the story to go where it’s supposed to not where the readers expect. In the fifth story we get Caroline (a Hawke family friend) and Saint (Savage’s bouncer for his club). Add in the witty word play that I’ve come to associate with this author and a little bit of intrigue and drama and this story will keep the pages turning! Last up in this family legacy is the story between Byron and Luca. Being a mob boss is hard enough, add in being gay and you have a very tough choice ahead of you. What will the choice be? Tell his family and risk his position or stay in the shadows and loose something beautiful and once in a lifetime.
The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is hands down one of the best collections I have read in a while. I haven’t read anything from this author before, so this way a great way to immerse myself in the books. If y’all are like me you like reading one book after the other in a series. This is amazing cause you can just keep reading and go form book to book without having to search for the next book or wait for the next release. This series takes you on twists and turn that will have you sitting up in your seat a little straighter or even getting angry at the way things are going just to be replaced by complete happiness when things go the way you had wanted them to go. This complete series will have you quickly turning the pages to see what happens and you won’t even really realize that you switched to the next book because the writing is that spot on. It flows so seamlessly from bool to book. I was able to read this whole collection in about 3 days. Granted I didn’t do much of anything else because this story just consumed me to where I would get upset if I had to do anything else but read. These characters are written with so much description that you honestly feel as if they are just your friends but you are watching everything unfold in front of you. There is growth between the charters with not only their emotions but also in the way they view themselves. It is a read that you won’t be able to put down. That said, grab your drinks, snacks, and a great comfy blanket; sink down into your couch and get ready to be transplanted into the whole story of the Hawke Family. It will be worth your while.
Reviewed by: @bbohls
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My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5217229083″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
This is a great series to add to any collection. There are plenty of twists and turns to keep you on your toes in the first book, Savage Collision. If you like hot headed, intelligent and feisty leading ladies then you will love Danika Eriksson. She stormed into Savage’s office to hopefully save her sister from working in his club. What she wasn’t expecting was to be attacted to the man. In return Savage Hawke wasn’t expecting that being told off by an attractive woman would be so enticing. With their attraction to one another being off the charts will they be able to tame the fire or get burned? <br /><br />In the second book, Tortured Skye, we get the story of Savage’s sister and his best friend. They have been dancing around each other for years and one kiss shared between then has the potential to ruin everything. Do they risk it all to be happy? <br /><br />Stone Sober is Stone Hawke and Nora Erikssons story. They are opposites in every way, but their building attraction cannot be ignored. Stone dabbles in things that he doesn’t want Nora exposed to because of the danger. However he cannot seem to keep himself away from her. Nora was on her way to getting a degree in the medical field before she dropped out of school and became a stripper at The Hawkeye Club. She knows what kind of man Stone is, or is perceived to be from others, but she can’t help the pull he has on her. Will they have to keep their love affair a secret? <br /><br />Building Storm follows Storm Hawke and Landon McCabe. Storm is trying to piece her life back together after seemingly losing it all. She has her daughter to look after so she soldiers on through her pain. She isn’t looking for love but love has found her even if she hasn’t realized it. Landon McCabe is running from his problems in Chicago. He figures he can get a fresh new start in New Orleans and not get attached. They are both broken in different ways but they help to heal each other in this story. Will they get a happily ever after or are they too broken to be fixed?<br /><br />The final books in the series Tainted Saint and Steele Resolve tie up this series beautifully. <br /><br />Tainted Saint follows Caroline Brooks and Solomon “Saint” Clarke. Caroline is a good friend to the Hawke sisters and Saint is a bouncer at The Hawkeye Club. They have been eyeing each other for a while but have never acted on their feelings until the night of a masquerade party. Both parties used the anonymity to get what they want but it may come at a price. <br /><br />Steele Resolve follows Byron Harris and Luca “Steele” Abello. Byron knows that he has to come clean to the Hawke’s at some point, but how? He knew he should have ended what he had going with Luca the moment he found out his identity but the attraction was too strong. There is no question that his loyalty is to the Hawke’s as they are the only family he has, blood or not. Will the Hawke’s turn their back on him? Luca Abello is a Mob boss who is trouble. Just like Byron he knew things should have ended after their first night together. He knowingly risks their lives every time he sees Byron but it’s a risk worth taking. Is bad blood between the Hawke’s and Luca too much for their relationship to withstand or will everyone get their happily ever after?
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The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The Hawke Family Complete Collection
This series is absolutely addicting. Savage Collision was my introduction to the author and I was hooked almost from the beginning, the fact it takes place in New Orleans made me live it a bit more.
Savage Collision – Danika Eriksson is a reporter for the Times and she barges into Savage Hawke’s office to confront him for “forcing” her sister to work at his club and drop out of school at Tulane.
Tortured Skye – Skye Hawke is Savage’s younger sister who has been emotionally withdrawn from her family and everyone after her twin sister Star was killed in an accident. Gabe Anderson is Savage’s childhood best friend and has watched Skye grow from a kid into the beautiful woman.
Stone Sober – Stone has an ego the size of Texas and doesn’t do anything to hide it but he seriously meets the one person to stand up to him and bring him to his knees all at once. Stone’s successful, financially stable and a total Alpha which adds to the hotness level. There were twists I didn’t see coming. I believe my jaw hit the ground during on particular scene
Building Storm – Storm reminded me of a phoenix rising from the ashes from the moment I started reading this book. Storm is having to learn how to live a new normal but thankfully she’s not alone. Her family is amazing through it all. I think I was crying or fighting tears through most of this book, made me think if a friend who is two months into this exact same journey.
There are so many raw emotional moments from the beginning to the end. I have loved this series from word one but there was something about this book that grabbed me.
Tainted Saint – Saint captured my heart in this story for a few reasons. He is strong, protective and has a heart a gold. Also the fact he represented the Who Dat Nation didn’t hurt. 😁
Caroline is similar to Dani in personality which is helpful since they’re best friends. She gets a “brilliant” idea which could end up costing her and others everything though her heart was in the right place.
Steele Resolve – Bryon and Steele are a couple I want to hang out, actually I would love to hang out with the entire Hawke Family. They just seem like a group that knows how to have a lot of fun and each one of them love their partner and family like there is no one else.
The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the complete collection of The Hawke Family and oh my god this is brilliant, to be able to have the whole series in one book is heaven.
With all six stories, Savage Collison, Tortured Sky, Stone Sober Building Storm, Tainted Saint and Steele Resolve in one book was great as you can read one after the other and be absorb within the words. Each book offers an insight into the family by following one of the family members with intrigue and twists and turners.
My favourite book out of all of them was Steele Resolve, a tale of forbidden love and unresolved issues within the family. Luca has come back after being away for a while but when he walks into a family meeting and sees the man, he has always loved can he reveal his secret and live a happy life. As the story unfolds you get to see the insight into both worlds these men revolve around.
I loved this series and enjoyed all the stories, with each character jumping out at you and the wonderful stories which involved you within the world of The Hawke family was brilliantly. So sad that it had to come to an end. Can’t wait to read more stories by this wonderful author soon.
Steele Resolve by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The ending to an amazing series! This book gives a new meaning to “keep your friends close, but your enemies closer”. Such a fun novel! Wonderful wrap up for the enticing series! Read this book if you like love, attraction, hot scenes, and crazy plot twists! Everyone deserves love, what it comes down to is how much are you willing to fight for it.
Tainted Saint by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Saint is a young man who has been through enough. Caroline is a strong woman, only willing to put up with so much. The Hawke family has a crazy background, so reading another Hawke family story always comes with trepidations, hardships, love, heartbreak, and family support. Read this book if you love romance, hot scenes, and plot twists.
Building Storm by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Storm was already a well developed, put together young mother. Storm is one of the older siblings in the Hawke family, and she always has her family for support. When she finally starts to make calls for her own happiness, the plot twists begin. Read this book if you like romance, secrets, and the rebuilding of a character.
Stone Sober by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Stone is one of the younger family members in the Hawke family, but he is definitely the most rebellious. He has his own mind, and in this book, it helps us understand how far he is willing to go to be different from everybody else, and to satisfy his own wants and needs. Read this book if you like to be on the edge of your seat, like steamy scenes, and don’t mind holding your breath when things get dicey.
The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Stars
The Hawke Family Complete Collection holds the complete Hawke Family Series (Books 1 – 6) by Gwyn McNamee. Ms. McNamee is one of my all-time favourite authors, her books providing numerous hours of avid reading. I don’t even have to read the blurb or know anything about her book/s, as they are on my automatic one-click, no questions asked list because I know I won’t ever be disappointed. This series is where my stalking, ummmm, I mean my appreciation of Ms. McNamee’s work began. Savage Collision completely blew me away and started my addiction.
The Series contains:
-Savage Collision (Book #1)
-Tortured Skye (Book #2)
-Stone Sober (Book #3)
-Building Storm (Book #4)
-Tainted Saint (Book #5)
-Steele Resolve (Book #6)
I have included my reviews to the first three books to give you a small taste of what you can expect…
Savage Collision (Book #1)
5 Stars
Savage Collision is the first book in the Hawke Family Novels and an exceptional debut novel by Gwyn McNamee. This is an intoxicatingly steamy romance, with a good dose of suspense, mystery, danger and intrigue. This book has so much going on with-in it, I am finding it almost impossible to do the book justice, without giving away any spoilers. But here goes…..
Danika Eriksson (Dani) is an Investigative Reporter who is extremely passionate and driven- and nothing gets in the way of a good story, her career is her life. Discovering her younger sister is stripping in a Club, Dani is so incensed that she goes to the club to confront the sleazebag owner.
Savage Hawke owns several restaurants and the Hawkeye Club, an upscale and classy Gentleman’s Club prides himself on his strong work ethic, impeccable reputation and professionalism. So, when this captivating beauty storms through his door with her ‘take-no-prisoners’ attitude, he entirely intrigued. His body responds to her in such a powerful way, he’s never experienced before, ever! Savage has huge secrets and some major unresolved issues from his traumatic past that impact on his ability to commit to anyone. Dani has her own secrets that threaten to destroy everything she has worked so hard to create.
This book is amazing, with the plot twisting and turning so effectively, I was firmly held in the story’s grip- completely hooked from the very first page. I couldn’t put it down, totally immersed in the story, page-after-page. This book is an experience of sensory overload- it had me yelling at my kindle; things like “No!” “No-way!” and “O.M.G!”, repeatedly… Then there were points where I caught myself reading with a big goofy grin on my face. On other occasions my tears were streaming so fast, I couldn’t see. Then there was the electrifyingly HOT bedroom (office, Lounge, car…) action that set my Kindle (and Panties) on fire and had me chewing my lip. Phew!!!!
Gwyn McNamee has found her place firmly on my favourite author list, with this outstanding and truly enjoyable novel. I will be waiting expectantly for her next offering!!!
Tortured Skye (Book #2)
5 Stars
Tortured Skye is the second book in the Hawke Family Novels Series by the supremely talented Gwyn McNamee. It is a very spicy and erotic contemporary romance that will tantalize you from the very first page and hold you enthralled right till the end.
Skye Hawke comes across as snarky, sassy, hot-headed, independent and a little on the stubborn side- but most of that is a façade she puts up to hide her pain and vulnerability. You see, Skye has endured a heartache that most people could never fathom and more often than not it takes all her energy to just get through each day. She harbours a lot of guilt for what transpired and living with this regret is slowly devouring her soul, piece by piece.
She was attending a special family function where everyone was so joyous in their celebration- which only serves to remind Skye of everything she had lost, and completely adrift in her personal sea of pain, desperate to tether herself before she is completely swept away. Then in walks the man she’s felt a powerful connection to for so long now. The man she has had a crush on since she was a teenager. She clings to him, and they share a passionate kiss…..but then he just walks away, leaving her suffering the sting of rejection. She has avoided him ever since, but how long can that last. After all he is her brother’s best friend and an honorary member of their family.
Gabe Anderson has his own demons that haunt his days and torture his nights. This has led him to ‘self-medicate’ on a prescription of alcohol and sex. He doesn’t do commitment, just a lot of hooking-up. He has always been closer to the Hawke’s, than his own family and values his friendship with Savage. Gabe has always felt a strong bond between himself and Skye- and appreciated that she had grown into a beautiful woman but had never really thought about it- until that kiss. Now he can’t get her out of his mind and the memory of it is consuming him.
He feels that he would be risking everything- completely jeopardizing his relationship with Savage, as well as his job and his heart – if he were to get involved with Skye. He also feels that because of his demons, he isn’t worthy of her. But now that he’s had a taste, he doesn’t know if he’ll be able to resist her.
With other factors at play in this story, as well- Ms. McNamee masterfully wove a story that absorbed me to a point where reality ceased to exist. I would love to tell you more, but I wouldn’t want to spoil it for you- so please do yourself a favour and discover the wonderful world of the Hawkes for yourself- you really won’t be disappointed.
Even though we met Skye in the first book, we didn’t really get to know her very well. I had decided that I didn’t really like her very much- but since getting to understand her more from this story, I really have come to appreciate her and think that she and Gabe really are a perfect match. I loved Gabe from the moment he is introduced in the first book, he intrigued me, and I wanted to know more about him. This book gave me all the answers I was looking for, plus some.
Ms. McNamee has a real talent for writing with emotion and the ability to connect her readers to the story and characters. I felt for Skye and Gabe and everything they’d been through- and I was with them every step of the way as this story transpires….. There’s so much emotion that at times Ms. McNamee had me free-falling through the spectrum of feelings, like a base jumper chasing an adrenalin high. Wow, what a ride!
One thing Ms. McNamee seems to be able to do better than most, is a raunchy, spine tingling, knee tremblingly HOT sex scene- and this story sure doesn’t disappoint. You have been warned, spare panties will be required!
Stone Sober (Book #3)
5 Stars
Stone Sober is the highly anticipated third book in the Hawke Family series by author extraordinaire, Gwyn McNamee. I really am at a loss for words to do this story the justice it deserves and relay just how fantastic this story is. I almost inhaled this book; I was so engrossed in the story. I laughed, I cried, and I cursed Ms. McNamee (sorry, but I was in a heightened state of anxiety from what I was reading)- I swear my heart stopped on several occasions and I spent a good portion of the time picking my jaw up off the ground- I was trying to anticipate what was going to happen, but Ms. McNamee deftly maneuvered the plot in such a way as to make the story quite unpredictable. I am not going to rehash the plot to you, Ms. McNamee does a far better job of that in the blurb- but I will tell you how her story made me feel and how much I love it, and the whole series so far.
I don’t know how she does it, but each new book slightly eclipses the last- every story is a credit to her and the series as a whole. There are very few series that I have read and can honestly say that EVERY single instalment deserves more than the maximum five stars I am allowed to allocate them. If I could award more stars, I would- that’s how much I love this book/series!
I fell in love with Savage in book one, then had my heart stolen by Gabe in book two- then this book comes along, and Stone branded himself so deeply into my heart- so I can’t/won’t choose between them all- at this point I am more than happy to be labelled a Hawke Family groupie. Dani, Skye and now Nora, are such worthy leading ladies- well matched to their men, and impressive in their own right.
I loved Stone’s bad boy, dirty talking, and dark(ish) sexual tastes- it certainly made for some volcanically HOT reading- I recommend placing several pairs of panties in the freezer before reading this book, because you will definitely need to cool down(under) while reading this.
As this book is part of a series, I suggest reading all the books in the correct order, because there is background information/backstories found in the other books that come to a head in this story- so having all that information will add to your reading pleasure.
I highly recommend this series- but be warned, it is entirely addictive, so find a comfy spot, and settle in, because you won’t want to put it down for even a second. And luckily, Ms. McNamee has plenty of other enticing books available to feed your new obsession/addiction.
Happy Reading!
Thank you, Gwyn McNamee!
Reviewed by @angelahayes
Tortured Skye by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Skye has had a hard life, many twists and turns that have led her to be a grumpy woman who lashes out at her loved ones. Gabe is the same emotional state as Skye, but has many other reasons to be in that position. They come to realize they understand each other on a level nobody else does. They have to decide if what they think they have is worth upsetting their family, and fighting the odds against everything they come up against together. Read this book, it has psychiatrists, dead family members, and betrayal and love at its finest.
Savage Collision by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Wow. Very unique, very enticing. Savage has his own secret that he doesn’t tell Danika until she is rather invested in their connection. Danika ends up having her own problems come full circle, and get her into a lot of trouble. Even though they meet under upsetting circumstances, they have a connection neither one could deny, no matter how hard either one of them try. Read this book. It is full of friendship, love, attraction, and amazingly descriptive hot scenes.
The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Such a great series! The Hawke family has all kinds of issues that will draw you in and keep you hooked! The Hawke’s value family more than anything in the world. They would do anything for each other, and that is usually what gets them into trouble. On top of the fact that they all draw danger like there’s no tomorrow. Read this series! It is fun, exciting, crazy, and a blast to follow. You won’t want to put them down.
The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I read this series as a complete collection and I’m glad I had that option because I just went from one book right into the next! The way McNamee not only builds the plot lines but her characters and how they intertwine is just fantastic. I also love how we are introduced to characters in other characters books. I really like seeing characters pop in and out of other books. I will be reviewing each book individually.
Savage Collision – Savage and Dani’s story is full of suspense and spice. They are both hard-headed and stubborn but learn to accept each other for who they are. This first book was action packed and full of twists, turns, and surprises. Great start to the series and I couldn’t wait to start the next.
Tortured Skye – Forbidden romance anyone? While I did find Skye a little annoying in the first book, McNamee definitely developed her character in this book. We get to see behind the curtain with Skye and Gabe and I really ended up rooting for them in the end. Again, there is suspense and spice in just the right amount.
Stone Sober – McNamee took the spice level and upped in for this book! You will need a cool drink of water after this one! I love the opposition of Nora and Stone and just how well that works for them. The twists, turns, suspense, and spice of this one has made it my favorite so far.
Building Storm – Storm and Landon’s story is more swoony than I typically gravitate toward but it was still a good story. There is suspense and everything you’ve come to expect from a McNamee story, but this one is just a little more tame. I suspect it’s to let her readers put themselves back together from her previous book 😉 This story will hit you a little more in the feels than some of McNamee’s others.
Tainted Saint – This is a shorter novella in the series. It focuses on Caroline and Saint and all of the twists and turns their story has taken. The spice is definitely there; however, the usual depth McNamee goes to isn’t. But with this being a novella and not focusing on an actual Hawke family member, it’s to be expected. Great short read.
Steele Resolve – THE FINAL ONE! I cannot believe the series is over! I have loved every one of the books in this series and the final book did not disappoint! I was a little apprehensive with it being a M/M simply because that’s not what I usually read but I was invested in the series and I wanted to finish it and I’m glad I did! Luca and Byron’s story was the perfect ending to this series and McNamee did a fantastic job weaving their stories together.
I absolutely recommend this series!
Reviewed by @meggs1717
The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What an entertaining and steamy series! This really is a complete collection you will not want to put down!
This series follows a different member of the Hawke family (and close circle) in each installment and each story builds on the last. The author does an amazing job developing the characters through each storyline, so the reader feels like they know them and builds a connection to each character and the family as a whole!
Each story is unique and has a suspenseful, action-packed flavor so it keeps the reader turning the page—not to mention the steam factor! The stories intertwine, which I love in a series as opposed to series with many standalones and little crossover.
The author weaves a wonderful collection that will leave you wanting more! I read this in a matter of several days and loved it, I hope you will too!
The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This whole collection the whole series is absolutely mind blowing. Each book followed the previous one well. Each couple in each series had a very good story. Kept me on my toes and surprised me more than I like to admit.
The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Hawke Collection is a very fun read and keeps you on your toes. All the characters are dealing with their own issues and figure out how to resolve them to improve themselves. The issues the characters are dealing with are very relatable. The way the author keeps the story going is very well done.
The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Six stories in the Hawke Family Collection by Gwyn McNamee. The stories start off with a bang in Savage Collision as Danika Ericksson storms into Savage Hawkes office demanding answers about her sister. Intense chemistry builds throughout the story that is a rollercoaster ride. Next in the collection is Tortured Skye with Gabe Anderson falling for his best friend’s sister Skye. Skye is full of fire and even when Gabe pushes her away, she can’t help falling for him. Stone Sober is Stone and Nora’s story. Stone has told himself that Nora is off limits, but he gravitates to her. When push comes to shove, he is all in with Nora, but his life begins to spiral out of control will he be able to fix it before he loses everything? Building Storm has Storms life is crashing hard around her and she doesn’t know where to turn until Landon comes into her life. Tainted Saint is Caroline and Saint’s story that has Saint getting his long-awaited chance with Caroline. Lastly is Steele Resolve with Byron in a one-night stand with Luca but when Luca shows up at the Hawkes his world shaken.
This was a wonderful compilation of stories. Each book is completely different then the next but the characters from the previous book play major parts in the story. Stone Sober was my favorite in the bunch but they all are terrific. Definitely going to check out other books by this talented author.
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The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I really loved this collection of stories. Each book follows a different member of the Hawke family. They are full of steamy romance but also an element of danger and the twists and turns make these books so easy to get lost in.
Every member of the Hawke family has a story to tell and each one of them is flawed and has problems and secrets but as they find love we slowly see them grow and overcome their issues. But it’s never an easy journey and there are plenty of bumps along the way to send them off course.
These stories will make you smile and cry but one things for sure you will definately fall in love with each member of the Hawke Family.
It’s a collection I read over 3 days because I literally couldn’t put it down. Such amazing writing and characters.
The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a great collection of the Hawke family series. This is an author that I love reading and have from the first book I picked up. This is a complete collection of this series which you do not want to miss. Each book features a family member plus lets you see what is happening with the others. Each book is unique and hard to put down. They have steam and characters that you will fall in love with. They are connectable and have not only great chemistry but growth throughout as well. This is a must read collection and I highly recommend it.
Review by @bjwagner
The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The Hawke Family Complete Collection is all the books in the first series by Gwyn. I was so excited when she made a complete collection. What could be better than having all 6 books at your fingertips to read one after the other. My first book I read by this wonderful author was Savage Collision and that is where my love of her writing began.
Savage Collision – Danika Eriksson is a woman on a mission, a mission to save her baby sister from the man who has seemingly drawn her into the seedy side of life, a strip club. She is like a dog with a bone and is hell bent on giving the man what for. She is intelligent, feisty and outspoken and not one to back down. When she comes face to face with one Savage Hawke, she gives him a piece of her mind an unapologetic piece at that. What she didn’t expect however was her attraction to him. I love the way our heroine doesn’t stay away from a good confrontation and speaks her own mind especially when it comes to those she loves most. Savage is certainly surprised when confronted by this woman who waltzed her way into his club to give him a piece of her mind. Hell, he may even like it. God knows his past has been one hell of a struggle with a monumental secret. But he has built a good life and has come so far in a few short years. Together they could be good, but will the threats be too much, and could a good thing be over before it even starts? Will Savage be able to save his girl, or will she be lost forever? Can Savage overcome his past to really see his future? Has Dani bitten off more than she can chew?
I love the way things develop between our two main characters, especially when she realises Savage is really a good guy an exceptionally sexy one at that. I also enjoyed the little twists the author weaved within the story. It is filled with love, romance, suspense and regret. There was moment when I was biting my nails as things develop but there were also times of emotion that threatened to spill over. It is certainly a rough road for these two and I was rooting for them all the way. I also loved that our heroine was so freely able to speak her mind and what she actually said often had me laughing out loud. Gwyn McNamee is a must on everyone’s to READ list.
Tortured Skye – Tortured Skye (Hawke Family Novels) is the second book in the series by Gwyn McNamee and is an erotic contemporary romance that will set you on fire. I love anything Gwyn writes, and the Hawke Family series is one of my favourites. The emotions that Gwyn instils in her stories has the ability to grab you from the very first page and keeps you titillated right until the very last word. Skye Hawke has lost one half of herself and is still trying to come to terms with it by hiding her pain behind her stubborn and hot headedness and downright rudeness. She also has a secret, a secret she has had since she was sixteen years old. Gabe Anderson doesn’t do commitment, but now that he has noticed his best friend’s little sister is no longer little, he has more to lose whichever way he turns. Love the woman and lose the best friend or keep the best friend and lose the woman.
Stone Sober – was not what I expected, it was better. Gwyn is a great storyteller, and this is one of my favourite series. I have loved the other two books in the series, but this is my favourite so far, they just keep getting better and better, if that is even a possibility. Gwyn weaves lots of twists and turns that will have your heart pumping and emotions running all over the place. There are laughter and tears, sorrow and doubt, confusion and heartache, love and heartbreak and that is just naming a few. It is a little dark as well and that just adds to the excitement, drama and thrills. Stone is the baby of the family and has just returned home but he is not so sure that is a good thing. He has a secret that only one other person knows, a secret that has led him down the wrong path, a secret that he uses vices to try to escape from. Now he has found a new vice and knows he needs to stay away or ruin a beautiful thing. Nora is smart and sexy and turned away from a brilliant career to strip but no one knows her reasons and no one understands but it is the perfect job, it is freeing and that is just what she needs for now. But when she finally finds out who hides in the corner, in the shadows her life will forever be changed. Trust me this is an amazing story, and you will not want to put it down. It is hot and dark and forbidden and oh so good.
Building Storm – just blew me out of the water. I thought Stone was my favourite and now Building Storm has surpassed my expectations. Gwyn is an amazing writer and I always know I am in safe hands when I read one of her books. This story I devoured in one sitting, even though I had to get up for work the next day I absolutely could not set it aside. I was so wrapped up in the story time was gone before I even came up for air. Gwyn knows just the right ingredients to weave together to give you an experience you will not forget. Your heart will be pumping and jumping out of your chest and your emotions running all over the place. I felt as though I was the one in the story as I felt it all. I laughed, I cried and sobbed, my sorrow and love were real, my heart broke and at times I could not breathe. It is as beautiful as it is dark, it is as wonderful as it is sad, and it is raw and powerful. The complexity of the characters and their lives and the plot is a work of art. There will be no spoilers on this review as the story speaks for itself.
Tainted Saint – is one story I have been waiting for, Caroline’s story. I have said it before, but I will say it again, Gwyn is an amazing writer and I always know I am in safe hands when I read one of her books. As usual I devoured this story in one sitting. It is a quick and easy read, but I wished there was more. Caroline hid behind the mask and decided to let her inhibitions out for one glorious night with the man she thought didn’t even know she was alive. Saint has loved her since the very first time he saw her, but he is not good enough for her. One night is all he wants until he tastes her and then he knew he had to make her his. Gwyn is definitely a go to whenever a new story comes along.
Steele Resolve – is sadly the last book in this great series. I suggest you read all the books in the series in order so that you get the complete picture and backstories of all the wonderful characters. I have come to love all the characters in this series and am glad that Gwyn included Luca as part of the Hawke family. This sexy M/M romance is a story where it is bad enough being a mob boss without throwing being gay into the mix makes for one suspenseful and explosive story. Luca has come home and wants back into the Hawke family that he had when they were younger but when you are the son of one of the most dangerous mob bosses, you are by default just as bad as your surname. What he didn’t expect was to find the one person who could make his life complete. Byron can’t stop thinking about the man he had just had a one-night stand and when that person turns up for a meeting with the Hawke’s he realises just how much of a mess his life is now in. Will he reveal the truth to the people he sees as family or will he walk away from the best thing that has ever happened. This story was so good I am sorry to see the series end but can’t wait to see what Gwyn has in store for us in the future.
Reviewed by @jennadb
The Hawke Family Complete Collection by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I loved reading this 6 book set of The Hawke Family.
It includes:
Savage Collision
Tortured Skye
Stone Sober
Building Storm
Tainted Saint
Steele Resolve
I found this collection to contain everything I love in a good romance: Suspense, drama, thrills, steam, mafia and wonderfully written characters that you can feel their emotions and everything they are experiencing. You can feel like you are right their watching yet. Yes, some of the characters can be downright annoying but they redeem themselves. I find that’s what makes them feel human to us as readers. I know plenty of annoying people. The stories were great. I loved how they built on each other. We had different main characters in each story but everyone was still there. The plots flowed fairly smooth. You can stay with the story pretty good. This is worth the investment. It makes an entertaining read. Once you start, you really will not want to put it down. If I had to pick favorites, I’m going for Storm and Landon. I loved their story.
BOOK SPOTLIGHT SHOWCASE ( ＾◡＾)っ
Romance. Suspense. The mob and murder…
There’s always something happening in the Hawke family in New Orleans. Whether it’s conflict with the Italian mob, issues with the dancers at their clubs, hurricanes, or typical sibling drama, the Hawkes and their friends will drag you into their lives and refuse to let go!
This series includes: Savage Collision, Tortured Skye, Stone Sober, Building Storm, Tainted Saint, and Steele Resolve.
USA Today Best Selling author Gwyn McNamee is an attorney, wife, and mother. Originally from the Midwest, Gwyn relocated to her husband’s home town of Las Vegas in 2015 and is enjoying her respite from the cold and snow. Gwyn has been writing down her crazy stories and ideas for years and finally decided to share them with the world. She loves to write stories with a bit of suspense and action mingled with romance and heat. When she isn’t either writing or voraciously devouring any books she can get her hands on, Gwyn is busy adding to her tattoo collection, golfing, and stirring up trouble with her perfect mix of sweetness and sarcasm (usually while wearing heels).
