‘Til Encryption Do Us Part

The Vikings MC, Book 4

De: Cathleen Cole, Frank Jensen

Narrado por: Allyson Voller, Tyler Darby

Until death do they part. They can only hope it won’t come to that....

Rat’s MC took down one cartel leader. Now, his five brothers are coming for them. They need alliances fast. Teaming with the Italians and the Bratva could solve the problem. But those guys? They don’t exactly get along.

Sal Giuliani’s—the Italian Don—plan to end the conflict was marriage. Namely, Rat’s—to his daughter. Rat will do whatever it takes for his club, but he won’t make the mistake of trusting his bride. Or so he keeps telling himself....

One minute, Sal Giuliani’s daughter was happily living her life, and the next, her father was brokering an arranged marriage for her with some biker. These kinds of things weren’t unusual in a mafia family. But that didn’t mean she had to like it—or her new fiancé. Except she does, which complicates everything.

Soon, it’s clear that there’s more to this mafia princess than meets the eye, and her secrets could get them both killed. If their enemies don’t get to them first, that is. Overcoming it all won’t be easy.

But then again, nothing worth having ever is....

Be forewarned: These books contain violence and descriptions of illicit activities. If you enjoy sexy antiheroes, fast-paced and action-packed storylines, and steamy love scenes, these are the books for you! There are guaranteed happily ever afters for the characters, but the underlying storyline does continue from book to book. It is recommended you start with book one, Heart of Steel.

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Cracked Code

I absolutely LOVE Ari and Rat! They bring out the very best in each other. It's sweet and loving despite the circumstances that put them together.

Arianna "Ari" Giuliani and Viktor "Rat" Volkov may have been forced into marriage, but they share common interests and a genuine connection. I appreciate how each is leery and holds back, but when the cards are down, I like that they have each others backs.

Learning about the MC world through her eyes is fun. She's been sheltered for much of her life and I love how Rat is determined to rectify many of the limitations she previously experienced.

As for Rat's past, I'm glad we learn about it in small pieces. It's completely heartbreaking to hear some of the stories. He may have been spared some of the more devastating experiences, but even witnessing a fraction of it is awful.

I received an author's copy of the audio book. The narrators, Allyson Voller and Tyler Darby, are both really good. They have great pacing and are easy to listen to. The accents don't always match up with the characters, but I still like them.

Story: 5 stars
Narration: 4 stars
Listening Speed: 1.6x

Another great book in the series!

This is the first series I've read/listened to by Cathleen Cole and Frank Jensen. What a great writing team! These books just keep getting better and better. I do believe this is my favorite so far. The authors write well with great storylines and easy to like characters. I keep becoming more invested in their lives. They make me laugh as well as hold my breath in anticipation. I got warm feelings as well as cold chills. I couldn't wait for Rat's story and was not disappointed! My heart just went out to him. Ari was wonderful. I fell for the couple from the start. Both were living opposite lives but yet so very similar. The story is fast, with some steam, and the couple had a HEA ending. We were left hanging once again, wanting to know what happens next! The audiobook can't come soon enough!

Allyson Voller and Tyler Darby are excellent narrators. I am thrilled that they are narrating for the whole series! They continue to bring these audiobooks to life with emotional performances that have the audiobook rolling like a movie in my head. Great voices. Perfection.

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Loved This Audiobook!

Rat, found on the streets at 12, taken in by the Vikings MC, discovers his his identity. He has found his way into the readers heart throughout the series and his story is my favorite!
Twists and turns, unbelievable connections and a marriage to Arie (a mafia daughter) provides a beautiful romance
So enjoy revisiting the reoccurring charters, male and female, and feeling of family
Fantastic MC series with great narration
Hope this series keeps going
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Things you do for "family"!

I had a hard time waiting for the audio to come out and not peaking at the book. I knew Rat was going to be an interesting and complex character. This arranged marriage was quite entraining. I don't want to spoil which daughter he chooses but she is prefect for him. She is so much more than she appears. I loved how these two grew together and fell in love. There is lots of action and moving parts that will keep you engaged. I was so happy I waited to listen to this one as the narrators made it even more engaging.

WOW!

Hot hot hot! What a book Street rat to hero not a zero! This book was fantastic freaking task. The sex is hot 🔥.
However you can't judge the book by its cover going by this cover! It's a must read. The guy looks like a 10 yr. old.

Love Rat

Cathleen is one of many go to authors and I love the Vikings MC. Loved Rat & Ari's story. So many twist and turns a beautiful, arranged marriage, MC, mafia, possessive alpha story. #The FlockonTour

This is my favorite of the series so far

This is my favorite of the series so far. I didn't know just how bad I needed Rat's story and for him to find his other half to help him heal. And there is so much going on, so many secrets revealed and interesting new characters introduced whose stories I also need one day, along with some old friends lending a hand. All this kept me engaged in the story and impatient to find out what was next. I knew Rat had an heartbreaking history and it was so good to see him get closure, even as it hurt. An arranged marriage for business alliances may have been the intention, but an amazing love resulted as two perfect for each other people found forever...and she is one fierce, tough woman who fits right in with the Vikings. Narration brought the story from the pages. I'm so ready to listen to the next!

Book 4 - The Vikings MC

This is book 4 in author duo Cole and Jensen's The Vikings MC series. In all honesty, idk if this should be read as a standalone...I think it could but there are characters and past book events that are referenced so I personally think it's best if read / listened in series order but can be done as a standalone - you do you! Also, please read the warning associated as well and be mindful.
This book focus' on main characters Rat and Ari, the biker and the mafia princess. I loved these two characters, and I especially loved them together. Rat has to pick a wife and thankfully he goes with his gut and chooses the best possible woman for him. He's overcome so much, and I love how open he is with Ari and how his "brothers" are always there to support him, especially after all he went thru. Rat is the perfect balance of sweet and dirty, protective and violent. Ari is no stranger to danger and has seen the darkness of mafia life but is still in protected. I love the balance of sweet / soft with the tough as nails character she is. A perfect if unknowingly so at the beginning match. Perfect dual narration where Voller and Darby deliver wonderfully as our main characters and bring them to life! Storyline is well written and flows well with a great mix of everything you could want in an MC / mafia romance read / listen. All the action and danger that comes with twists and turns as well as the sweet, alpha protectiveness and steamy chemistry. Dark and violent at times but mixed in with hope and a hea for these two - although we know that more danger is just around the corner for this band of MC brothers, and I can't wait for it!

This book was given to me for free at my request and I voluntarily provided this review.

Til Encryption Do US Part

okay now this was a good book, I enjoyed every bit of it. Their love story was too cute, I liked how Steels Girl told Rats Girl I hate you because you're getting married before me. lol, they had their ups and downs but they made it work at the end. and with that ending I can't wait for the next book. I'm so looking for to it.

Fully Action Packed! Great Characters!

Another great story in this series! Fully action packed! A lot of character involvement. I was so excited for this one. Rat’s story started coming out in the last book which made me interested in what would happen to him now. Well I was not disappointed. I watched him pick his female, deal with his past, grow mentally and realize he can become a jealous possessive guy.

This really covers a lot ground involving the MC and a few other “families”. I loved all the suspense and action especially when the girls got involved. As usual the camaraderie between the boys is a delight. Then watching the female MC blend in and become happy just being around his family made my heart warm and fuzzy.

I listened to this on audio. Allyson Voller and Tyler Darby are the narrators. They both an excellent job and are easy on the ears. I enjoyed how they each brought these characters to life for me. I eagerly look forward to the next in the series.