Raven

Copyright © 2023 Nikki Landis All Rights Reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the publisher, except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical reviews and certain other noncommercial uses permitted by copyright law. This is a work of fiction. Names, places, and incidents are products of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously and are not to be construed as real. Any resemblance to actual events, locales, organizations, or persons, living or dead, is entirely coincidental. Cover by Pretty in Ink Creations Model: Alfie Gordillo Image: JW Photography Table of Contents Author’s Note Dedication Common Terms Playlist Chapter 1 – Raven Chapter 2 – Bree Chapter 3 – Raven Chapter 4 – Bree Chapter 5 – Raven Chapter 6 – Bree Chapter 7 – Raven Chapter 8 – Bree Chapter 9 – Raven Chapter 10 – Bree Chapter 11 – Raven Chapter 12 – Bree Chapter 13 – Raven Chapter 14 – Bree Chapter 15 – Raven Chapter 16 – Bree Epilogue Sneak Peek About the Author Author’s Note Raven is the second book in the Devil’s Murder MC. It’s filled with dark and gritty content, a supernatural twist, steamy scenes, violence, biker slang, torture, kidnapping, miscarriage, and references to SA. Mature readers only. Heed the CWs and proceed with caution. Tough subjects occur in this book, please don’t read if they will cause you discomfort. I’ve been asked on occasion why I include dark content in my books. I see no reason to hide the horrors and inhumane acts that one person can do to another, it only keeps these atrocities in secret, hiding in the dark where they can grow and thrive and continue. I don’t seek to harm the reader, but to inform them, give strength and the will to fight, to persevere, overcome, and survive. Most of all, I want to bring hope and shine light into the darkness. Every soul is beautiful and deserves to be loved, even the damaged ones. There’s a little piece of me in every book I write but this one stole a large chunk and I hope you enjoy the journey. If you’re a fan of the Royal Bastards MC Tonopah, NV Chapter, you’ll find a surprise inside. Dedication To all who have fought against corruption, have championed those who don’t have a voice, and seek to end violence against the innocent: You are appreciated. You are needed. You are hope. Never stop fighting. Common Terms DMMC Devil’s Murder Motorcycle Club. One-percenter outlaw MC with several chapters within the U.S. Founded in Henderson, NV 1981. The Crow Shifter ability & shared soul of every Devil’s Murder club member; a black feathered, predatory bird with enhanced traits. Murder A group of crows, an omen of death. Kraa An intense cry from a crow, fueled by strong emotion. The Roost Bar & clubhouse owned by the Devil’s Murder MC. Bull’s Saloon Second home to club members, bar owned by Lucky Lou. Mobbing Individual crows assembling together to harass a rival or predator by cooperatively attacking it. One-percenter Outlaw biker/club Pres President of the club. His word is law. Ol’ lady A member’s woman, protected wife status. Cut Leather vest worn by club members, adorned with patches and club colors, sacred to members. Church An official club meeting, led by president. Chapel The location for church meetings in the clubhouse. Prospect Probationary member sponsored by a ranking officer, banned from church until a full patch. Full Patch A new member approved for membership. Rook Former president, son of Jackdaw. Crow Third generation club member, son of Rook, president. Hog motorcycle Cage vehicle Muffler bunny Club girl, also called sweet butt, cut slut. DDMC Dirty Death MC, rival motorcycle club. Playlist Crows – Saliva Body Bag – I Prevail Behind Your Walls (Acoustic) – The Offspring Black Vultures – Halestorm The Shadow of a Black Crow – Melissa Etheridge Never Die – All Good Things Paint It, Black – Ciara Kill Or Be Killed – Muse Tell Your Heart to Beat Again– Danny Gokey After Dark – Mr. Kitty Little Do You Know – Alex & Sierra Through the Fire and Flames – DragonForce In the Name of Love – Martin Garrix & Bebe Rexha Don’t Let Me Go – RAIGN Die for You – Otherwise Separate Ways (Worlds Apart) – Journey Don’t Stop Believin’ – Journey Faithfully – Journey You can listen here on Spotify: Raven Playlist Raven, the V.P. of the Devil's Murder MC, is no stranger to loss. Four months ago, his best friend Rook, president of the club, was gunned down and left for dead. Vengeance becomes his only focus as Rook's son Crow returns home to take his place as the new Chapter 1 – Raven Ten years ago – “You’re headin’ out now?” Rook asked, eyeing the sky like I’d lost my damn mind. “Sarah needs me,” I slurred, reaching for his shoulder and missing it as I stumbled. He caught me before I could faceplant on the asphalt, pushing