#UmiMarkkanen
LightNews LightNews
quinnreed.bsky.social
💙 REVIEW 💙

GUNNAR: Kiss of Death MC bk 1 by #MarteekaKarland, narrated by #UmiMarkkanen 4.5🌟

Gunnar & Pippa are wonderful together in this OTT ❤️‍🔥 📓

www.goodreads.com/review/show/...

🌶📚💙 #books #romancelandia #bookreview #bookrecs #goodread #audiobook #steamyreads #MCromance #agegaprom #instalove
Book cover Title: Gunnar, Kiss of Death MC Author: Marteeka Karland Read by: Umi Markkanen *****Book review***** >Promises Made, Promises Kept< This is a jump ahead from where I am in Marteeka's MC world, but it isn't hard to get my bearings as Gunnar Gill takes on the rescue of Pippa. I love his honor and integrity even if he's beyond bullheaded in his approach. -- Book quote “I’m not gonna lie to you. No matter how much you bully me. I will give her my property patch so she has my protection, but I’m not promisin’ anything beyond that.” -- Gunnar Gill He may be a little more than a decade older than her, but when it comes to matters of the heart and libido, his growth doesn't really go beyond his teenage years, before things went topsy turvy. I really like that they're essentially on equal footing, experiencing all their intimate firsts together. It's sweet and hot. This is a bit different from the other MC books in this world. The dark and gritty stuff happens early. I love that the rest of the book centers around them and family reunions. I do wish there was more. At the same time, I know this isn't the last I'll see of this couple and their families. It's bittersweet, to say the least. I enjoyed Umi Markkanen, the narrator. She does a great job with both characters and is consistently easy to listen to. 🎧💙🎧 Story: 4.5 stars Narration: 4.5 stars Listening Speed: 1.8x H = 31; h = 19 or 20?
December 18, 2025 at 1:31 PM
quinnreed.bsky.social
🎄 REVIEW 🎄

CASPER VANHORNE by #HarleyWylde, narrated by #UmiMarkkanen 4.5

The middle of this had me completely forgetting reasons why Casper needed a kick in the pants. 😂❤️‍🔥

www.goodreads.com/review/show/...

🌶📚💙📚🎧 #books #romancelandia #bookreview #bookrecs #goodread #steamyreads #holidayromance
Book cover Title: Casper VanHorne Author: Harley Wylde *****Book review***** >North Pole Special< This starts on a sour note. They have had a marriage of convenience for the past decade. It's sad really and broke my heart that someone so vulnerable experienced anything like this. Carmella Juarez has been left to her own devices the entire time. Sure, Casper VanHorne paid for everything in that time, but there's nothing personal to it. -- Book quote “Am I supposed to be thrilled that you had a naked woman in a hotel room but couldn't get it up?” -- Carmella Juarez I do love when she lays into him. His change of attitude is a little over-the-top, but I still like it. His possessiveness is as humorous as it is hot. It isn't perfect, but it does provide PLENTY of entertainment. 🥵😂🥳 That's all well and good, but the best parts involve his grandkids. Their attempts to "clean" their grandma and unannounced visit are literary gold! 🤣🤣🤣🤣 I received an author's copy of the audio book. Umi Markkanen is the marvelous narrator. She always does a great job. Story: 4.5 stars Narration: 4.5 stars Listening Speed: 1.8x H = 57; h = 28
December 17, 2025 at 5:38 PM
quinnreed.bsky.social
🦊 REVIEW 🐦‍⬛

FOX: Hades Abyss MC bk 7 by #HarleyWylde, narrated by #UmiMarkkanen 5🌟

Raven & Fox are amazing despite all the dark 💩

www.goodreads.com/review/show/...

🌶📚💙 #books #romancelandia #bookreview #bookrecs #goodread #audiobook #steamyreads #MCromance #darkromance #agegaprom #ChangelingPress
Book cover Title: Fox, Hades Abyss MC 7 Author: Harley Wylde Read by: Umi Markkanen *****Book review***** >Finding Hope and Family< Oh my! The heartbreak starts immediately, and I had to take several deep breaths to get through it. Raven... oh, this poor, sweet, young woman.... 😢 💔 Josh (Fox) Turner gets many surprises when Raven rushes into his life. I love how he seems to just get her and how she begins to come out of her shell. This book is undoubtedly dark with some very sadistic antagonists, but the devotion and love that blooms is worth the horrors. Oh, and the retribution satisfaction. Can't forget that. I received an author's copy of the audio book. The narrator is the lovely Umi Markkanen. She continues to deliver quality narration for these characters. Story: 5 stars Narration: 4 stars Listening Speed: 1.8x H = 50; h = 20
December 13, 2025 at 5:01 PM
quinnreed.bsky.social
💥 REVIEW 💥

STEEL: Devil's Fury MC bk 5 by #HarleyWylde, narrated by #UmiMarkkanen 4.5🌟

I ❤️ this new family. It's OTT, dark, & 🌶

www.goodreads.com/review/show/...

🌶📚💙 #books #romancelandia #bookreview #bookrecs #goodread #audiobook #newrelease #steamyreads #MCromance #agegaprom #ChangelingPress
Book cover Title: Steel, Devil's Fury MC #5 Author: Harley Wylde Read by: Umi Markkanen *****Book review***** >Age Was Only a Number< Unsurprisingly, Isaac (Steel) Crowley and Rachel Williams quickly establish a relationship. With six year-old Coral and Victoria the pug in the mix, we immediately see Steel's softer side when it comes to the three new females in his life, which overjoyed me. Of course, I was also elated when he commanded bedroom activities 🥵 and allowed his fierce protectiveness to shine through. Holy cannoli! It is gritty and dark (check your triggers), as well as sweet and loving. In other DFMC news, it was great to see the other women and how they've come together. I also love seeing how their lives and families have grown. Plus, there are crossovers - by mention and by presence - of other MCs in Harley's universe, which I always love to see. I received an author's copy of the audio book. I do love the narrator, Umi Markkanen. She consistently provides a good listening experience. 🎧💛🎧 Story: 4.5 stars Narration: 4.5 stars Listening Speed: 1.8x H = 55; h = 23
November 25, 2025 at 10:55 PM
quinnreed.bsky.social
✅️ REVIEW ✅️

MARS: Iron Tzars MC bk 10 by #MarteekaKarland, narrated by #UmiMarkkanen 5🌟

I so enjoyed this. It's dark, steamy, & unexpectedly funny. ☠️🥵🫣😂

www.goodreads.com/review/show/...

🌶📚💙 #books #romancelandia #bookreview #bookrecs #goodread #audiobook #indieauthor #steamyreads #darkromance
Book cover Title: Mars, Iron Tzars MC #10 Author: Marteeka Karland Read by: Umi Markkanen *****Book review***** >Bros Before... Foes< This is one of Marteeka's books that I really need to be longer. Francis (Mars) Mars and Scarlet have horrific stories. Not only do I wish we got more of their respective histories, but I also need more of them happy and knowledge that there's more on the horizon. Yes, yes, I know that I'll see them again in future books to be able to check in, but it's not the same. Before I turn into a whiny itch, I have to say the Lemon nearly steals the show. OMG! She has me in freaking stitches with her antics and brazen actions. She lets her fierce flag fly, and I love every. Single. Moment! It is absolutely, positively awesome! I received an author's copy of the audio book. The narrator, Umi Markkanen, is fantastic as always. 🎧💚🎧 Story: 5 stars Narration: 4 stars Listening Speed: 1.8x H = late 20s?; h = 18
November 22, 2025 at 8:47 PM
quinnreed.bsky.social
💢 REVIEW 💢

DRAGON: Devil's Fury MC bk 3 by #HarleyWylde, narrated by #UmiMarkkanen 4🌟

Oh, this couple. 😄 Never a dull moment! 🫣❤️‍🔥

www.goodreads.com/review/show/...

🌶📚💙 #books #romancelandia #bookreview #bookrecs #goodread #audiobook #steamyreads #MCromance #darkromance #suspense #ChangelingPress
Book cover Title: Dragon, Devil's Fury MC #3 Author: Harley Wylde, Changeling Press Read by: Umi Markkanen *****Book review***** >Denying Temptation< Lilian Moore and Dane "Dragon" Stark are definitely an interesting couple. I do not like how Dragon deters Lilian's attraction at the beginning. Even if I kind of understand where he's coming from, he's a fool. I do love how he steps up when certain news comes to light, though. Oh, he still manages to mess up some more, but Lilian definitely does a good job of setting the record straight. I may not be a violent person, but I do like seeing justice served, and that undoubtedly happens here. There's setup for not only future books in this series but also another series, Reckless Kings MC. I can't wait! 😍❤️‍🔥 I received an author's copy of the audio book. Umi Markkanen continues to be a great narrator! 🎧💛🎧 Story: 4 stars Narration: 4 stars Listening Speed: 1.8x
November 12, 2025 at 3:05 AM
quinnreed.bsky.social
❤️‍🔥 REVIEW 🔧

SARGE: Dixie Reapers MC bk 14 by #HarleyWylde, narrated by #UmiMarkkanen 4.5🌟

Katya has a big ❤️ & is über protective, much like Sarge.

www.goodreads.com/review/show/...

🌶📚💙 #books #romancelandia #bookreview #bookrecs #goodread #audiobook #steamyreads #dramedy #MCromance #agegaprom
Book cover Title: Sarge, Dixie Reapers MC #14 Author: Harley Wylde Read by: Umi Markkanen Changeling Press *****Book review***** >Do Not Trifle with the Spitfire< Incredibly OTT and smoking hot! Lance "Sarge" Reed and Katya Voronin are insanely over-the-top instalove and absolutely worth spending time with. 😂❤️‍🔥 -- Book quote Lance "Sarge" Reed: “Let me tell you something right now, little girl. You will stay here, and if you refuse, then I’ll spank your ass and tie you to the bed.” Katya Voronin: “Promise?” Katya rising to challenges, issuing her own, and taking on anyone who she feels might do her or those she cares for wrong is priceless. Sarge is so in over his head that it's comical - when it's not scary, of course. I'll be back to visit these two, I just know it. There are some trigger & content warnings that you may want to check. Also, there's a crap ton of cameos and references. Having familiarity with the general world that all these series operate in will help, but going it without prior reading should be possible. I received an author's copy of the audio book. The narrator, Umi Markkanen, is great. I've missed having her in my ears, and I'm very happy to be listening to this book! 🎧💙🎧 Story: 4.5 stars Narration: 4.5 stars Listening Speed: 1.8x H = 54; h = 22
November 5, 2025 at 5:03 AM
quinnreed.bsky.social
💜REVIEW💜

DAGGER, #DevilsFuryMC bk 4, by #HarleyWylde, narrated by #UmiMarkkanen 5🌟

OTT #bisexual love w triggers

www.goodreads.com/review/show/...

🌶📚💙 #booksky #books #smutsky #bookreview #bookrecs #romancelandia #audiobook #indieauthor #goodread #spicyreads #MCromance #mmf #ChangelingPress
(Book cover) Title: Dagger, Devil's Fury MC #4 Author: Harley Wylde, Changeling Press Read by: Umi Markkanen (Book review) >Expansion Pack - Family Edition< Zoe Lopez stumbling upon Santiago "Dagger" Athoa and Jared "Guardian" turns into quite the happy accident. The only part that I wasn't fond of was that this started with Dagger interested in another woman. Within pages, it's more like, Shella who? Yes, it proves she wouldn't have been a forever partner, but still.... -- Book quote "I want sex! Lots and lots of sex!" -- Zoe Lopez There are several heartbreaking moments, past and present, but it does shape them into who they are now. And I love this trio and who they are now. The addition of Luis makes it, them even sweeter. I received an author's copy of the audio book. The narrator is Umi Markkanen. She has become one of my favorite solo narrators, providing consistently good listens. Story: 5 stars Narration: 4 stars Listening Speed: 1.8x H1-2 = ?; h = 19
June 4, 2025 at 3:33 AM
quinnreed.bsky.social
🍀REVIEW🍀

OUTLAW, #DevilsFury bk 2, by #HarleyWylde, narrated by #UmiMarkkanen 4.5🌟

Elena & Noah are OTT with action in & out of the bedroom.

www.goodreads.com/review/show/...

🌶📚💙 #booksky #books #smutsky #audiobook #bookreview #bookrecs #goodread #steamyreads #ChangelingPress #spicyreads
(Book cover) Title: Outlaw, Devil's Fury #2 Author: Harley Wylde Publisher: Changeling Press (Book review) Starting Over Being groomed by her foster parents for a man in the church is still grooming. I was so happy to see Elena Vargas make her own path. Although, the fact that she felt like she had to run away as an adult was sad. She's insanely naive, but I like how even when she struggles against what she grew up with, she finds a way to move forward. I laughed when she pulled a book out while at a party at the clubhouse. 😆 It's the kind of thing I'd do if the scene wasn't what I expected or enjoyed. -- book quote I'd never felt so confused and yet certain at the same time. He left me reeling, but I knew I wanted what he was offering. -- Elena Vargas I loved getting Noah "Outlaw" Borden's story and seeing him get his HEA after everything that happened in Wire's book (prior reading not required, but might be helpful). It's sad to see the impact to his "usefulness" to the club, but it's also one of the most realistic aspects of this incredibly over-the-top tale. He comes across as quite the alpha🕳 on a few occasions, but it's apparent that he is more teddy bear and fierce protector than anything else when it comes to Elena. I received an author's copy of the audio book. The narrator is Umi Markkanen. I've listened to a couple dozen of the books she's narrated. She continues to deliver a great listen. Story: 4.5 stars Narration: 4 stars Listening Speed: 1.8x H = 36; h = 21
March 20, 2025 at 12:36 PM
quinnreed.bsky.social
💚REVIEW💚

LEMON, #GrimRoadMC bk 2, by #MarteekaKarland, narrated by #UmiMarkkanen 4.5🌟

She's fierce, vulnerable, and willing to right wrongs at all costs.

www.goodreads.com/review/show/...

🌶📚💙 #booksky #books #smutsky #audiobook #bookreview #bookrecs #goodread #steamyreads #spicyreads #spicyread
(Book review) Feeling It As Lemon settles into her new role, my complete entertainment with this young woman continues to grow. Even when she finds herself in WAY over her head. She's quite the force to be reckoned with. Just ask Falcon or Pinhead. ...LOL... a pink bike... 🤣🏍🤣 At the same time, she looks out for those who are vulnerable and tries to help them heal, which I absolutely love. "No more torture. Bad, Lemon!" -- Dwayne "Rocket" Lexington Dwayne "Rocket" Lexington really does have his hands full with her. 😂🤪 I love that he makes her comfortable enough to be vulnerable when she needs to be. I also love that he heeds the advice of his brothers and lets her fight her own battles sometimes. She really doesn't pull any punches and does a good job of asserting her position in the club. At the end of it all, I'm so happy we got this bonus addition for Rocket and Lemon. It's not often that we get a second book for a couple, but I'm so glad we did. Prior reading is recommended. I received an author's copy of the audio book. The narrator is Umi Markkanen. The more I listen to her, the more I appreciate her work. 🎧🩵🎧 Story: 4.5 stars Narration: 4.5 stars Listening Speed: 1.8x H = 40s?; h = 18
March 6, 2025 at 5:19 AM
quinnreed.bsky.social
🟢REVIEW🟢

Dingo, #DevilsFuryMC bk 1, by #HarleyWylde, narrated by #UmiMarkkanen 4.5🌟

This may be her darkest book, but it was so good. Check the TWs.

www.goodreads.com/review/show/...

🌶📚💙 #booksky #books #smutsky #audiobook #bookreview #bookrecs #goodread #romancebooks #steamyreads #spicyreads
(Book cover) Title: Dingo, Devil's Fury MC bk #1 Author: Harley Wylde Narrator: Umi Markkanen Publisher: Changeling Press (Book review, 1/2) Unity and Family This is over-the-top, instalove told in a dark setting. I really like this book, even though it hits some of my personal triggers. There is A LOT packed into this novella, including the introduction to this new series that crosses over with several of Harley's other series. Meiling "Mei" Shan Young has had it ROUGH. As in you-seriously-need-to-consider-your-triggers-when-you-read-this rough. The details of her abuse as a child and barely adult aren't specified, but those shared are stomach turning. Jameson "Dingo" Withers is a protective alpha who asserts himself quite handsomely into Mei's life. (Translation: forcefully but in a good way.) He doesn't always see rain, but it's obvious that he quickly develops a soft spot for her. "Did my wife sleep well?" Yeah, this would be a fun conversation. -- Dingo, the newly minted husband to his "wife" who had fallen asleep as only a guest in his home. Oops. (Book review, 2/2) Even with all the darkness and seriously messed-uppedness (it's a word now; you're welcome), there are some really sweet and bright spots. They don't overshadow the darkness, but they do bring hope and light to everything. One of those bright spots is found and blood family. The reunification of one family, and the creation of several others is quite something. I look forward to seeing how that all plays out as we go along. I received an author's copy of the audio book. The narrator is Umi Markkanen. She's the go-to narrator for this author, and she continues to deliver a worthy listen. Story: 4.5 stars Narration: 4.5 stars Listening Speed: 1.8x H = mid-30s; h = 18
February 25, 2025 at 7:04 PM
quinnreed.bsky.social
**REVIEW**

Wire, #DixieReapersMC bk 13, by #HarleyWylde, narrated by #UmiMarkkanen 4🌟

Yes, Wire, I love it when you go all alpha. 😘

www.goodreads.com/review/show/...

🌶📚💙 #booksky #books #smutsky #indieauthor #audiobook #bookreview #bookrecs #goodread #steamyreads #spicyreads #erotica #spicyread
(Book cover) Title: Wire, Dixie Reapers MC #13 Author: Harley Wylde Read by: Umi Markkanen Publisher: Changeling Press A man with short red hair and a full beard is wearing in a black hoodie and sitting on a motorcycle. (Book review) When Your Past Collides with Your Present I wanted to laugh, cry, hug anyone and everyone special to me, moan, and laugh some more. Lavender (Dark Labyrinth) Roberts and Levin (Wire, Voodoo Tracker) Crawford find themselves in an over-the-top, instalove mess. Despite the darkness that permeates their story, I did enjoy this. I'd always had a weak spot for gingers, and he had to be the sexiest one I’d ever seen. -- Lavender Roberts I love the support offered by the "old ladies" and other MCs when times call for assistance. I also love how Lavender stands her ground, ensuring the wellbeing of others who step up to try to protect her. Oh, and Wire showing his alpha side? *rawr* Yeah, so worth it! I received an author's copy of the audio book. The narrator, Umi Markkanen, is as wonderful as always. 💛🎧💛 Story: 4 stars Narration: 4 stars Listening Speed: 1.8x H = nearly 40; h = 22
February 5, 2025 at 3:44 AM
quinnreed.bsky.social
**REVIEW**

Rocket, Grim Road MC bk 1, by Marteeka Karland, narrated by #UmiMarkkanen 5🌟

Despite me being lost initially, this is one of Marteeka's best books.

www.goodreads.com/review/show/...

🌶📚💙 #booksky #books #smutsky #audiobook #bookreview #bookrecs #goodread #steamyreads #spicyreads
(Book cover) Title: Rocket, Grim Road MC book 1 Author: Marteeka Karland Publisher: Changeling Press The upper torso of a man in aviator sunglasses and non-descript clothing is shown. There's blood splatter behind the title, across the mid- and lower sections of his torso. (Book review) Bucking the Secrets So... I really love the connected universe that Marteeka writes in, but not having read all of the Iron Tzars MC books, I was REALLY lost for the first couple of chapters, filling in as many gaps as possible. Once I caught up enough, I was able to get into and enjoy it. There's still more to figure out, but I have enough sorted to move forward. "Touch my man again, and I'll bury you somewhere neither Google nor Siri will know where the fuck you are." -- Lemon Lemon... OMG! 🤣🤣🤣 (three rolling on the floor laughing emojis) This woman had me in stitches! Think of a force to be reckoned with and amplify it by 100. Holy cow! Neither Rocket nor the other members of Grim Road know what to make of her. She's is fierce... and some. I love that she claims Rocket and he just sits back and lets it all happen. It's quite the show. (And I can't stop laughing.) There are some awful things that occur, but she really stole the show and set several things to rights. I received an author's copy of the audio book. The narrator is Umi Markkanen. She does a great job with all the characters. The sass and emotion comes flying through my ear buds. Story: 5 stars Narration: 4.5 stars Listening Speed: 1.8x H = 40s?; h = 18
February 2, 2025 at 2:32 AM
quinnreed.bsky.social
Here's my review of Stryker, #Salvation‘sBaneMC bk 6, by #MarteekaKarland, narrated by #UmiMarkkanen

There are some bangin' BANGING scenes that make this worth reading! 🥵🔥💦

www.goodreads.com/review/show/...

🌶📚💙 #booksky #books #audiobook #romancelandia #bookreview #angstyread #MCromance #smutsky
Book cover Changeling Press Stryker Emblem with a skull with a rag tied around the top of the head and text reading Salvation‘s Bane MC Palm Beach, FL (Florida) Marteeka Karland Read by Umi Markkanen The background contains stormy skies over palm trees and the ocean with churning waves. In the foreground is a big muscular man who has blond hair that is a little more than shoulder length, facial hair, and chiseled facial features. He's wearing a faded black t-shirt that has several large tears, which allow some of his tattoos on his arms and torso to show. Going Out with a Bang This one didn't hook me as much as I anticipated. Glitter is interesting, and I love her attitude about her job. Stryker is alpha, ridiculous, and unintentionally funny, at least to me. The chemistry between them is a mixed bag, especially when they fight it. I can't. Rather, I won't deny that the dances she performs for him are off-the- charts steamy. I definitely love them. That last one should be immortalized. 🌶🥵🔥❤️👀🫦💦💥 Honestly, I rounded my rating up simply for that scene. There were parts related to Butcher and The Dark that could've been fleshed out a little better. Still, I do like how that all concluded. There are crossovers from other series, which I always love. It's like seeing an old friend. Well, for some of the men. 😉 Of course, there are plenty of interactions with the others within this series, too. How they all look out for Glitter, even when she really messes up, is beautiful. I received an author's copy of the audio book. The narrator is Umi Markkanen. Even while I'd love another voice to accompany her sometimes, Umi does a wonderful job providing voices that are easy to listen to. Story: 4 stars Narration: 4 stars Listening Speed: 1.7x H = 39; h = 20
January 19, 2025 at 3:32 PM
quinnreed.bsky.social
Rocket, Hades Abyss MC bk 2, by #HarleyWylde, narrated by #UmiMarkkanen 4 🌟

www.goodreads.com/review/show/...

🌶📚💙 #booksky #books #romancelandia #bookreview #MCromance #darkromance #goodread #bookrecs #erotica #smutsky #spicyreads #agegaprom #audiobook #suspense #novella #steamyreads #momswhoread
In the first book of the series, Spider, we were introduced to Violeta Gomez and her sisters and some of the horrors they endured while in their father's care. While those events are referenced, they aren't revisited. Instead something equally bad rears its ugly head. This is your warning to check your triggers. He may have been manipulated a smidgen, but I love how Jesse "Rocket" Jones finally gets his act in gear even if things go off the rails. Heck, he goes off the rails a couple of times. Even so, I do like him, her, and their battered and bruised but never broken story. This is far from a rainbows and unicorn ending, but it's befitting them. I received an author's copy of the audio book. The narrator is the talented Umi Markkanen. She always does a good job with accents and the different male / female roles. Story: 4 stars Narration: 4 stars Listening Speed: 1.8x H = 36; h = 18
January 8, 2025 at 11:44 PM
quinnreed.bsky.social
Tonight's review is for Blood, Salvation‘s Bane MC bk 5, by Marteeka Karland.

www.goodreads.com/review/show/...

#booksky #books #romancelandia #bookreview #MCromance #darkromance #goodread #bookrecs #erotica #smutsky #spicyreads #agegaprom #audiobook #MarteekaKarland #UmiMarkkanen #audiobooks
December 11, 2024 at 4:50 AM