Love Above Law

Love Above Law was cowritten by Sandy Alvarez and Crystal Daniels. <br /><br />The timeline aligned with book two in the Kings of Retribution MC series, the Darkest of Light. Leyna Martinez was Gabriel’s younger sister and was caught up in the suspenseful plot that surfaced within Gabriel and Alba’s story. Agent Lex Taylor was introduced in that saga as well. <br /><br />Technically it could be read as a stand-alone; however, I enjoyed it more having had the full back story but this time getting the insight from Lex and Leyna’s perspectives. <br /><br />I loved both characters as well as the storyline and I was glad the MC was incorporated, even if at a distance. Although enjoyable, I was craving more. It was an entertaining, quick and suspenseful read but I would have welcomed a longer version with more depth. In the end, I can’t wait to see what the authors have in store for us next.

<img src="https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/hostedimages/1448148910i/17101351._SY540_.jpg" width="250" height="250" alt="description" class="gr-hostedUserImg" loading="lazy"><br>I was late to the party when finding authors Crystal Daniels and Sandy Alvarez. But once I started reading their Kings of Retribution MC series, I binged every book of that exciting series. I was hooked! So when I heard Gabriel 's sister Leyna was getting her story with hunky FBI agent Lex I was over the moon! <br><br>From the very first meeting you could feel the sizzling connection between Leyna and Lex even though a horrific experience was taking place. Leyna's quiet strength was a balm to the intensity that lives in Lex. One of the sweetest parts of <i>Love Above Law</i> is the patience and respect Lex had for Leyna. Never pushing her or taking things too far until she was ready. It was a beautiful slow burn that strengthened their relationship. <br><br>I loved that we got to see some of our favorites from the Kings of Retribution MC, but these two wonderful authors also introduced us to new characters that were just as fascinating! Fingers crossed that we will learn more about them. <br><br>Amazing read from two authors that are becoming an automatic one click!

OMG! This book had my heart in it's hand with an iron fist type of grip and refused to let go!!<br />If you've read any of The Kings of Retribution MC series, you know that Gabriel who's story we got in The Darkest of Light (Book 2) has a sister named Leyna. This is her story.<br />Leyna has had a difficult life in her homeland of Cuba, unfortunately things are about to get much worse for her. Without giving away too much of this harrowingly beautiful and tragically heartbreaking story, I will say that it's an emotional story of a past wrapped in misunderstandings, loss, reunions and love. These ladies evoke the same scale of feelings I've ever only had with one other author who is lovingly nicknamed The Queen of Angst by her fans. Bravo ladies, you both have tremendous talent in telling stories and turning up the heat and angst with this one!!

It was fun to see Lex and Leyna's connection from the start. Better still was Gabriel's reaction and how Leyna didn't put up with it at all! She quickly had her brother put in his place, that her life was her life and she was going to do what she wanted with it. Just as it should be.<br /><br />Lex did a great job of getting to know Leyna before making a move. That made how their relationship changed all the easier for them. While there were some rocky patches, like Lex's ex, Leyna wanting to get a job, they were able to work through that and sadly, so much more. It was nice to see things settle down and for them to be happy at the end surrounded by family.

I didn’t think I’d ever love anything quite as much and Sandy and Crystal’s MC series, but I was completely proven wrong. Love Above Law is not only captivating from the very start it’s also one of the most beautiful stories of love ever. Romantic love, family bonds, and all the ups and downs and everything in between, it’s just overflowing in this book. Leyna and Lex have a story that will absolutely blow you away. <br />Individually both Leyna and Lex are incredible people who from two wildly opposite worlds. However that isn’t enough to stop them from being down right amazing together. Their love is near instant but filled with so many hurdles you’d think no one could overcome. That doesn’t hold these two back though. The powerful and intense connect they have pulls them closer and closer together and nothing can stop something like that. With as much nail biting suspense as there is major swoon there is no putting this book down once you start!

<br />Let's start off by saying these authors are definitely one of my top go to authors for MC romance reads as everything they write are always awesome reads and this current read was just as awesome.<br /><br /><br />The story itself was suspenseful and heart-wrenching in the fact that the Leyna was separated from your family by a whole country as well experiencing the loss of love ones moving on but, also about reconnection and about your past sins coming back to haunt you by effecting those you love getting caught up in the crossfire. <br /><br />Leyna- We found to be smart, brave, loyal, beautiful, loving, giving, caring and willing to take risks. We loved when she loved you, she loved all your faults and all of you.I loved the fact that she grew up in Cuba and lived life modestly but, she accepted her brother's lifestyle with open arms and loved his family fiercely, and they loved her back just as much.<br /><br />Gabe- Gabes been a favorite of mine we already loved the dark and moody brute of a man who happens to be Leyna's brother their love evident and their closeness for one another no matter the distanced they have endured but, that love will be tested when Leyna decides to love someone who is and will always be the clubs enemy. Leyna needs to prove she can be loyal to both sides, and only hope her brother comes around before it's too late.<br /><br />Lex- We loved him and found him to be patient, driven, protective, highly skilled when it came to his job, loved his family fiercely, sexy, smart, funny, caring, loving but, what we loved most of all is the closeness he had with is family especially since they're always in his business. Can you just imagine what that was like, as he had three opinionated sisters and he was an unmarried male? Lol, I loved his special moments with his Nonna.<br /><br />We loved the suspenseful story as it had tons of drama as well-being infused with a sweet romance that went on between Lex and Leyna. The story had an engaging plot a great cast of character's and an amazing ending that was perfect for this couple but, most of all, we loved seeing that straight laced Lex fall apart and go to great lengths and would sacrifice all that he has worked for just to save the women her loved and have the back in his arms once again at all cost.<br /><br />Another Keeper !<br />Sandy &amp; Crystal have done it yet again !

Love Above Law is <a href="https://goodreads.com/author/show/17091537.Crystal_Daniels" title="Crystal Daniels" rel="noopener">Crystal Daniels</a> and <a href="https://goodreads.com/author/show/17091538.Sandy_Alvarez" title="Sandy Alvarez" rel="noopener">Sandy Alvarez</a>'s first book that takes place outside the Kings of Retribution MC world. Although we first meet Alexander "Lex" Taylor and Leyna Martinez in <a href="https://goodreads.com/book/show/38137605.The_Darkest_of_Light__The_Kings_of_Retribution_MC___2_" title="The Darkest of Light (The Kings of Retribution MC, #2) by Sandy Alvarez" rel="noopener">The Darkest of Light</a>, we finally get all the details about her abduction and rescue. <br />Their insta-love story is nothing short of amazing, hot, and full of angst. It's impossible not to feel connected with these characters because, after all, who doesn't want a chance in life and love? While Lex is every bit of alpha, badass FBI agent, Leyna is not your typical damsel in distress. She might be in trouble but she is a strong and outspoken Cuban woman. She is inventive and feisty. And to me, finding a character like this is simply refreshing because there aren't many heroines like her.<br />I purposely don't want to give away details of their story because this book should be read by going in blind. Trust me, you will appreciate the full effect of their story and feel every bit of frustration and angst that surrounds it. <br />If you are a fan of the Kings of Retribution MC, don't worry! This might not be an MC book, but you will still get a glimpse of them, including some of Quinn's famous and funny out-of-place remarks.<br />But my favorite secondary character is Lex's nonna. She steals the show and made me laugh so much that I had tears in my eyes. <br />Once again, I'm blown away by Crystal and Sandy's capacity and talent to create characters that feel real and stories that I can't put down. Since this book can be read as a standalone, it's a great starting point if you want to experience Crystal Daniels and Sandy Alvarez's amazing writing. You will probably be hooked and want to binge-read the Kings.

I was lucky to get an ARC for this book guys you must read it ASAP!<br /><br />It was so good like all there books are this was no different idk what I had expected but it blew me away it was that good I loved Lex he was a good fit for Layna they were good together we got to see them go from friends to lovers well more friends from layna because Lex was all in since the get go but it was still wonderful and we also got to see more of the Kings at first I was kinda mad at the Kings for turning there back on Layna when she came told them about her moving to Seattle with Lex so she can go to school so I was mad at gabriel and the Kings I get where he’s coming from but idk I thought he was exaggerating a bit... I’m not going to make this review long because I feel like the more I write the more I give spoilers out you know so I’m just leaving it as is and all I can say is you guys will love them I know I did can’t wait for you guys to read about them together so sweet and wild ? lol wish I could go higher than 5 stars ? can’t wait to see what they have in store for us with Nikolai and the his father cuz I need some more of my Russian men can’t wait ?

I have been anxiously awaiting Lex’s and Leyna’s story since the characters were introduced in the Kings of Retribution Series. Love Above Law brings it all to the table – love, strength, family, and passion with an extra-large side of sexual tension. I love how genuine and true to themselves both characters were. We get to see Leyna’s strength, while Lex shows us his softer side. But make no mistake, he’s ready and willing to do anything for his woman.

You ladies did it again!! <br /><br />Once I started reading this book I didn't want to put it down! Lex and Leyna may just be my favorite couple so far! I want to read more about them, I want to read what happens to them for the rest of their lives!! Lex was such a strong character it is hard not to love him from the very first page! Hope to see them in another book soon!