Rough Riders Series by A.J. Llewellyn, D.J. Manly

Diego Champagne, Sergeant in Arms for the Louisiana Banni motorcycle gang, has grown up tough—half French, half Creole, and all male. Diego loves men, but keeps his sex life on the down-low...until he meets Colby Young, that is. Colby carries his own baggage. He has his own reasons for not believing in love—reasons he doesn't share—and he sure as the devil doesn't like it when he's forced to accept help from anyone... moreDiego Champagne, Sergeant in Arms for the Louisiana Banni motorcycle gang, has grown up tough—half French, half Creole, and all male. Diego loves men, but keeps his sex life on the down-low...until he meets Colby Young, that is. Colby carries his own baggage. He has his own reasons for not believing in love—reasons he doesn't share—and he sure as the devil doesn't like it when he's forced to accept help from anyone. When Diego intervenes in a bar brawl during a motorbike rally and saves Colby and his best friend, Spider McGraw, leader of the rival gang Death Proof, it begins to look as if Colby and Diego are going to be joined at the hip. Somebody puts a hit out on Colby, and Spider's up to his neck in mayhem. When the Banni offer their protection to advance their own game, Colby begins to wonder: is love like artificial moonlight, seductive yet false? Or is it powerful and true, something for which he might risk everything...maybe even his life? less

The passion between Colby Young and Diego Champagne grows stronger, and Diego’s fear that they will be discovered grows right along with it. Violence and deception are all around them, and now with Colby as a full-fledged member of the Louisiana Banni motorcycle gang, there are new worries for Diego. He fears for Colby’s safety, realizing that Colby is the most important thing in his world... moreThe passion between Colby Young and Diego Champagne grows stronger, and Diego’s fear that they will be discovered grows right along with it. Violence and deception are all around them, and now with Colby as a full-fledged member of the Louisiana Banni motorcycle gang, there are new worries for Diego. He fears for Colby’s safety, realizing that Colby is the most important thing in his world. Colby continues his quest to discover what became of his young sister who disappeared years ago, and when his older sister and her children are threatened by the Texas Crushers, trouble hits close to home. He takes comfort in the arms of the man he loves, a comfort that is continually in danger of being cut off. Meanwhile, Diego is challenged to the death by a prominent member of the Texas Crushers, and Chase, the leader of the Banni, is harboring secrets that will also result in a stand off between Chase and Diego. As the moonlight continues to seduce, will Diego successfully become the leader of the Banni? And if so, will a desperate Colby be able to find his place in a gang led by the man he desperately loves? less

Colby Young and Diego Champagne continue to steal moments together when passion becomes so intense it can not be denied. Danger is ever present as an old enemy of Diego resurfaces and is out for vengeance. And in an attempt to convince everyone around him of his heterosexuality, Diego sleeps with Tammy, who longs to become his “old lady.” His heart, however, belongs to Colby, who must swallow his own pain at the necessary deception... moreColby Young and Diego Champagne continue to steal moments together when passion becomes so intense it can not be denied. Danger is ever present as an old enemy of Diego resurfaces and is out for vengeance. And in an attempt to convince everyone around him of his heterosexuality, Diego sleeps with Tammy, who longs to become his “old lady.” His heart, however, belongs to Colby, who must swallow his own pain at the necessary deception. Meanwhile, Diego’s mother falls ill, which draws her and Colby closer as they both fret for Diego’s life. And when it comes to his own family issues, Colby finally learns what happened to his little sister, which completely shatters his world. Now, Diego walks a fine line, maintaining his leadership role and dealing with his emotions, which he sometimes finds difficult to hold in check. And when a sudden change in Colby’s life threatens to pull him away from Diego forever, will the secret lovers find even a moment of true happiness? less

(Book 4 of the Rough Riders series) When Diego Champagne realizes that he can’t live without Colby Young, he comes up with a plan that will free him from the Banni motorcycle gang forever. He’s prepared to leave everything behind and make a new life for the man he loves and the children for which Colby is now responsible. But he can tell no one, not even Colby, if he hopes to carry it off... more(Book 4 of the Rough Riders series) When Diego Champagne realizes that he can’t live without Colby Young, he comes up with a plan that will free him from the Banni motorcycle gang forever. He’s prepared to leave everything behind and make a new life for the man he loves and the children for which Colby is now responsible. But he can tell no one, not even Colby, if he hopes to carry it off. Colby’s having problems accepting that if he’s to remain the guardian of his niece and nephew, he must stay clear of the Banni, and that means Diego. Given Colby’s past, he’s being watched like a hawk, and not just by Child Protection Services. Then Colby’s world spirals out of control when a member of the Banni informs Colby that they found Diego’s body burnt beyond recognition, along with his vest and bike. Miserable and angry at the world, Colby ends up in more trouble, his entire world held together by a thread. Meanwhile, Diego must fulfill a promise to the leader of the Texas Crushers, who ironically helps him escape from the Banni life. Putting miles and time between him and the man he loves, Diego sets the wheels in motion that will prepare the stage for a crime-free life with Colby and the children. Question is, how will he tell Colby he’s not dead, and will Colby ever forgive him for keeping the truth from him? Genres: Gay / Contemporary / Action / Adventure / Suspense / Thriller / Series Heat Level: 3 Length: Novel (40k words / 116 paperback pages) less