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I’d led a selfish existence.

I liked who I was. Hell, I loved myself.

Women threw themselves at me and I took what they offered without remorse. I promised them nothing.

I sank my teeth into life, holding on to the bitc h like my very existence depended on it.

Time passed.

Women came and went.

The second I let my guard down and released the hold I had on life… What was my award for such carelessness?

A love so spectacular and heart wrenching that it threw me for a loop. When I was in too deep to escape, my greatest fears became reality.

This is my story.

My downfall.

My salvation.
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (April 7, 2015)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 268 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1508634467
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1508634461
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  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.67 x 9 inches
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Chelle Bliss is the USA Today bestselling author of the Men of Inked and ALFA P.I. series. She hails from the Midwest, but currently lives near the beach even though she hates sand. She's a full-time writer, time-waster extraordinaire, social media addict, coffee fiend, and ex high school history teacher. She loves spending time with her two cats, alpha boyfriend, and chatting with readers. To learn more about Chelle, please visit chellebliss.com.

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—MEN OF INKED SERIES— 


THROTTLE ME - Book 1

HOOK ME - Book 2

RESIST ME - Book 3

UNCOVER ME - Book 4

WITHOUT ME - Book 5

HONOR ME - Book 6

WORSHIP ME - Book 7

Men of Inked Bonus Novellas

The Gallos (Bonus Book .5)

Resisting (Bonus Book 2.5)

Men of Inked Xmas (Bonus Book 6.5)

—ALFA PI SERIES—

SINFUL INTENT - Book 1

UNLAWFUL DESIRE - Book 2

WICKED IMPULSE - Book 3

Men of Inked spin-off series!

—OTHER BLISS BOOKS—

MISADVENTURES OF A CITY GIRL

ENSHRINE

REBOUND

TOP BOTTOM SWITCH

DIRTY WORK

DIRTY SECRET

—TAKEOVER DUET—FALL 2017—

ACQUISITION - TAKEOVER DUET 1

MERGER - TAKEOVER DUET 2

—LOVE AT LAST SERIES—

UNTANGLE ME - Book 1

KAYDEN THE PAST - Book 2

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5.0 out of 5 stars THE END OF AN ERA!!!
Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2015
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Without Me (Men of Inked #7) by Chelle Bliss
Anthony & Max

First and foremost, I believe that this is and will always be the most difficult review I've ever had to write. Not only is this the ultimate conclusion to the Men of Inked series, but it's a very personal story brought to us by my fave Chelle Bliss. I went back and reread all of my annotations and highlights from every single book in this series and the memories came flooding back in. It brought back so many emotions and so many heart wrenching, gut busting sensations. It felt like I was saying goodbye to my own family. I guess I am in a small way. The Gallo's have become a part of me that I will cherish for the rest of my life!

From City's brand of "Roadside Assistance" for Suzie and all his glorious tattoos and rockin' motorcycle in Throttle Me to Michael watching Mia kick some dude in the balls for manhandling her and then telling her she smells like a cupcake, ahhhh... Vanilla Bean Noel... Hook Me, it certainly did... Shortly after the fighter and the fixer Chelle brought us that foul mouthed, arrogant, sexy brat Izzy Gallo and that damn fine DEA agent James in Resist Me. Talk about aggressive sex scenes... Whoa!!! Enter Thomas and Roxy in Uncover Me. This one nearly put me in the ground with its suspense and all the secrets and damn I'm a sucker for a chick with red hair. Now the final blow is brought to us in Without Me. Chelle does pepper in a few novellas in there... The Gallos: The Beginning, Throttled, and Resisting just to put her little twists into this magnificent series.

All this time I thought Anthony Gallo was the youngest of the boys and here I stand corrected, he is the oldest of the boys and the last one to fall. And fall hard he did! Although he does come across a tad bit self-centered and a little bit like a man-ho, his character is absolutely exhilarating. Anthony is not what he seems... although he portrays himself as the fly by night rocker and tattoo artist, his heart is the size of Texas. It killed me to see him want for something and not be able to obtain it. He is from Gallo stock and therefore he's genuine, good, and an upstanding person.

Maxine a.k.a. Max was a breath of fresh air. She carries herself in such a way that not only did I respect her and admire her but I wanted to be her. Max was not only dealing with all the crap that life naturally throws you but she was thrown a curveball in the health department and although it may appear she was rolling with the changes she seemed to stay locked up inside of herself until Anthony. I love this woman with my whole heart! She can throw 'em back with the best of 'em, she can hold her own, and she's a knock out! All complete with a over protective older brother... ring any bells... **wink wink!

To wrap this up... this story is humorous, tragic, and unexpected. The storyline is so compelling and the characters so convincing that I found myself making their every move and every word my main concern. I wanted to be Max. I wanted to be loved by Anthony. I wanted to hug Chelle for writing such a breathtaking closing story for the Men on Inked series.

The dialogue flowed with expertise. The pacing was perfect and the tension leading up to that climax... pure bliss! It made me laugh out loud. It made me ugly cry. It will take you to heights you never knew and lows you wish you could forget, but all in all it will warm your heart and brand your soul.

Husbands, boyfriends, and boy toys if your girl is reading the Men of Inked series... you'd better step up your game. LOL!!!

5 Mutha Effin' Stars... all the damn way!!!
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Marci (Soul of the Single Lady)
5.0 out of 5 stars IT WAS SOOOO NICE, I READ IT TWICE!!!!!!
Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2015
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"Without Me" is Chelle Bliss' final book in the Men of Inked Series. In the seventh installment, we meet Anthony Gallo, the oldest sibling of the Gallo family. What we already know of him, is that he's the single, sarcastic, s*** talking sidekick of Izzy in the shop and at Sunday dinners. He wants absolutely nothing to do with relationships, and prides himself on the music he makes and the insurmountable amount of women that fall in his lap. Then he meets Maxine (Max), and his world is tuned upside down. Max seems the be the female equivalent of Anthony, in the fact that she refuses, any kind of relationship, and this fuels Anthony, as he is determined to be with the woman that he loves.
STORYLINE - 5 BOOKS
I loved this story. I loved it so much, I read it twice. First of all, it had me at Rudy Huxtable...LOL! I knew one of the Gallo boys would be down with the swirl...LOL! All jokes aside, it is really an amazing story. I laughed. I cried. I swooned. (well, nearly) "Without Me" is hilarious, erotic, and heart warming.
CHARACTERS - 5 HEARTS
Anthony Gallo, the man, the myth, and the MOUTH! OH THAT MOUTH. (You'll have to wait to wait until the section for me to elaborate on that! As cocky as Anthony is, he wears his heart on sleeve. Who doesn't LOVE, a character, or real person who does that. Anthony has just the right amount of arrogance and heart. Oh, I just love him.
Maxine, is a tough cookie, sharp as tack, and quick witted. As much as Anthony dealt it out, she would not only match his hand, but would knock down his house of cards. I love that she is not weak or vulnerable. She's strong, but maybe a little too strong for own good. When it's revealed why and how she's come to be this why, she gets a pass....LOL! I love how her character is portrayed, because it reminds me of myself a little. We can all be strong, but scared of the unknown.
What is there not LOVE about the Gallos? They have they hilarious, relatable, and each character/sibling's personality is portrayed exactly the same as they are in their respective books. We get to meet Ruth, Max's mother, who is very hands on with Anthony, and Uncle Earl who is clearly an "butt man". I enjoyed these characters, because they remind me so much of my family. Their antics and their banter were so relatable and enjoyable.
SCENES OF INTIMACY - 5 DRIPPIN' WET PANTIES
OMG! Anthony, so cocksure, literally and figuratively... LOL! And a mouth of the Gods... OH THAT MOUTH. He used it well. Between the slick talking banter, the melodic serenade, and the toe curling multiple O's served by that MOUTH, Anthony's mouth is a character in itself...LOL! The scenes were hot. Some of my favorites ever. My favorite in the book, would have to be the scene in "The Confrontation". After that chapter, he damn near, had me saying, "It's yours."
LOVED THIS BOOK!!!!!
IT WAS SOOOO NICE, I READ IT TWICE!!!!!!
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chrissycf
4.0 out of 5 stars Amazing ending to the series!
Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2015
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The end of the Gallo's and Men of Inked Series is Anthony's story. The oldest of the Gallo children, and the one that never wants to settle down.

I really enjoyed Anthony's story, and never thought he would end up falling for a girl that gives as good as he does with everything. She's sassy, rough around the edges, and at the same time sweet and amazing.

Anthony and Max's story spans a few months so we get to see some things that have happened in previous books, but also more from where the previous books ended. I loved seeing how all the previous characters were doing, as well as watching Anthony do what he swore he never would, fall in love.

As much as Anthony wants Max, getting her to admit she feels the connection between them is a difficult task for Anthony. He's the one chasing, the one wanting more, and the one pursuing Max like there are no other women in the world.

Max pushes Anthony away more times than one, and it really broke my heart for Anthony. She would let him in, and then push him away again, and it drove me mad as a reader, as well as made me feel horrible for Anthony. As much as I enjoyed Max's character, at times I wanted to strangle her. After learning everything we did about her, I understand why she did what she did, but at the same time, she should have been open with Anthony when she saw he was not using her, and really wanted more.

Anthony and Max's story is a bumpy road, and I really enjoyed it. I laughed, I screamed and I wanted to hug both of these characters. This was a beautiful ending to an amazing series, and the Epilogue.. OH MY GOD! I am sad to say goodbye to such amazing characters, but loved how everything ended for them.
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Courtney Anne
5.0 out of 5 stars Seriously awesome series!
Reviewed in Australia on June 6, 2021
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When reading a book from a newly discovered author I always hope it will be as good as the synopsis. The Men of Inked series certainly delivered with loveable characters, cutting one liners, hot alphas and strong independant females. This series is a must read.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing series !
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 12, 2015
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Anthony led a selfish existence loved himself,women threw themselves at him,took what they were offered without remorse he promised them nothing.women come & went second he let he's guard down a love so spectacular & heart wrenching threw Anthony for a loop.when he was too deep to escape my greatest fears become reality,hes life changed day he met max he wanted her from moment he saw her she wasn't interested in relationship only one without strings.she lied she didn't want to be burden on Anthony for rest of there lives.can Anthony make her realise hes there through sickness & health for rest of there lives.loved series I'm sad series come to end hope get more of gallos in future.well done chelle bliss on an amazing series i will never forget.
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Jen N
5.0 out of 5 stars Another Hit in my books
Reviewed in Canada on April 12, 2015
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Heart breakingly beautiful love story. I positively loved Max and Anthony's story the ups and down fighting for true love and truly being someone's rock threw thick and thin .....Anthony's bad ass persona and Max's Tough exterior they made a great story together finally finding love. Loved that we got to hear about the other Gallo family at the end of the book had me giggling great ending. Can't wait for Alfa's PI Series book 1 to come out spin off of the Gallo family . YYAAAHOOO people we have not heard the last of them '
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Kerry Fletcher
5.0 out of 5 stars 5 Fab end of series stars!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 11, 2015
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I love this series sooooo much!!!

This is the last instalment of the Men of Inked series and i am really sad to see the end.

This book is about the eldest Gallo, Anthony. All through the series Anthony has been the eternal bachelor. You just knew he was going to be the one who fell the hardest! oh and fall he does! He meets his match Max who initially wants nothing to do with him. He chases and chases like a true Gallo. He's soooo smoking hot you can hardly catch your breath but what surprised me is his vulnerable side. Max is an awesome character, very strong and independant with a secret she is determined to keep to family and close friends only. She fights him hard and i feel quite sorry for Anthony but he knows there is something there worth the chase and the fight and it ends on a great note and a catch up with the whole family.

Out of all the Gallo's Anthony has surprised me the most and i absolutely loved him.

Whilst the main subject matter is a difficult one (no spoilers from me) i loved the message that came through, Live each day as if it's your last. This is a fab way to end the series and i loved the little peek we get at the end for the new series Chelle is working on.

Great end to a great series!
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Addicted2Romance
5.0 out of 5 stars Defiantly not the last of The Gallo family
Reviewed in Australia on April 8, 2015
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I'm so in love with the Gallo family I was a little sad thinking that this would be the last of the sereis and I'm excited that it will continue.
Without Me is a moving story where Maxine and Anthony meet by chance and he is instantly attracted to her but she pushes him away after weeks of trying to find her again he does only to be pushed away after a night of passion when they finally get it together enough they become a fantastic couple and it's great to learn a little more on anthony as he was always the quite broody one. Great book Chelle this one series I absol adore and can't wait for the new series which also involves The Gallo family.
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