Sting (Iron Tzars, MC 1)

A Bones MC Romance

By: Marteeka Karland

Narrated by: Umi Markkanen

Length: 3 hrs and 39 mins

Publisher's summary

Iris: Since my mother died, my only goal has been to get custody of my sister Jerrica and keep her safe. I was on my way, too—getting emancipated by the court so I could get a job and prove I had the means to take responsibility for my little sister. I promised I'd keep her safe and I'd never abandon her. I was with her every day until I came to her group home one morning to find she'd been adopted out overnight. It's obvious there's something sinister at work, but no amount of threats and demands will override a closed adoption order. It looks like Jerrica is gone from my life forever, but I've got one more trick up my sleeve. Jerrica made friends with a woman from a local motorcycle club. I have no idea if the woman will help, but I have no where else to go. What I didn't count on is him. Sting. President of Iron Tzars MC. He doesn't know it yet, but once I get Jerrica back, he's next on my list.

Sting: I wasn't ready to be president of an MC like Iron Tzars, but my father left me little choice. I grew up in the club. At 29, most of the men still see me as no more than a kid. But my daddy taught me well. I tolerate no disloyalty or disrespect and always, always put the club first. Then I met Iris. She's a heap of trouble in a small package and she pings my radar from the moment I first lay eyes on her. I know she's going to be mine—which means she has to trust me to take care of her. But Iris trusts no one when it comes to her sister. With both of them in danger, I now have to make a decision. Changing plans will put the club at risk, but doing nothing will risk them both. I'm not willing to take that risk.
Putting a woman above the club is what got my father in trouble. Now I'm in the same boat. Stupid. Especially since Iris has no idea I've already claimed her.

***NOTE*** while Sting's book can be enjoyed by itself, if you are new to Marteeka's books, you may enjoy it more if you listen to Bones MC 13: Deadeye and Black Reign MC 9: Warlock as well.

©2022 Marteeka Karland (P)2023 Marteeka Karland

Good Start

This is a good start to the series and if you're new to the Author I would suggest not starting here. While this can be read stand alone I think it would be better if you start with the Bones MC Series, I've read/Listened to most of those and I would continue on with the Black Reign Spin off series, which I have not started yet and will be back tracking too, there is some history I think would make this one more enjoyable. It's a quick listen and the narration is fantastic making it that much more entertaining.

Stop trafficking.

A well written, well told MC Romance. Love at first sight. Sting and Iris. Sting, the new prez of the MC. Iris, working hard to get custody of her young sister. She is kidnapped. Sting's MC is out to get traffickers. Their story is predictable, but very good and exciting.
Umi's narration is spot on. Even her male voices are wonderful.

Finished in One Sitting!

A quick and enjoyable MC romance! I love the characters especially Sting. The pace was good for the length. It felt like a complete story and a satisfying ending. This is an age gap romance so keep that in mind going in.

The audiobook narrator was great! Umi Markkanen did a great job. At one point I forgot there was only one narrator.


I received a free review copy from Story Origin in exchange for my honest review.

Great beginning

This was a great beginning to the series. I actually started out with Book 2 as part of an ARC and had to buy Book 1 as I was so intrigued with the storyline and the characters. I wanted to know about this character and his path. I wasn't let down either. Great character development and world building. Love the strong image but teddy bear underneath. Can't wait to get more in this series and other series by this author.

Sting/Iris

Iris is doing everything she can to get custody of her sister but when she goes back to see her sister and they said she was adopted overnight, she knew it was more going on. Iris turns to the only people who might be able to help a local MC. Sting is visiting his father for counsel after taking over his MC when Iris demands entry to ask for help. Sting and some of his men come into assist the local MC. I felt like there was a lot I didn't know because I haven't read any of the other series but enjoyed this one and you do get a complete story of Sting/Iris.

sweet

Short but sweet. About a Motorcycle Club that helps rescue women that have been abducted. Two girls parents die and one of the girls will be 18 in 3 months so she can adopt her sister but before that can happen they adopt her out to a sex scandal. the 17 year old gets help from the MC to get her back.

Couldn’t stop listening

Listened to this story in one sitting, it wasn’t a long story but it was complete (which is rare in short stories).
I am looking forward to listening to more stories by this author.

sting and iris

this book was great. it was well written. the narrator umi was perfect at the voices. I loved the love between sting and iris. iris had to find her sister after she was taken from the group home she was at. the bond between the two of them was amazing also.

Short

This was a short but intense story, it focused more on the rescue and not as much on the romance. It was brutal and sweet & tender.

Short & Sweet

This is a quick, somewhat angsty instalove read that features a teenager and an MC member and it’s better than that might sound … it packs missing kids, trafficking, plenty of drama, some good, old-fashioned tension, ‘found family’ vibes and some interesting displays of loyalty.

Perfect to bring along on a workout or two, as it doesn’t require undivided attention, despite having lots of fun elements—and it’s quick and to the point.

Hits a lot of popular tropes:

⊹ Very dominant / control-y / possessive alpha MMC.
⊹ Age gap (~11 years).
⊹ Instalove
⊹ Bikers, club life.
⊹ Fresh start vibes.
⊹ Trafficking / crimes against minors. (More talked about than shown, doesn’t get dark, other than conceptually.)
⊹ A bit of action.
⊹ V!rg!n heroine.

Overall: 3.5 stars. ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

Audio:
The audio is fantastic! Great narrator who performed well, and has a lovely voice and overall sound quality is perfect. 5 stars. ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️