Deacon is the second book in the Gideon's Riders series based in the same world as the popular Beyond series by the same author, in a time period after the war that liberated the sectors from Eden. There's still plenty of action to be had and lots of problems still brewing in the sectors. 
 Deacon is one of Gideon's riders, holy roller bikers patrolling the sectors, taking down the trouble makers and bullies. He's a trainer of sorts for the other riders and has a past he'd sooner forget, but the folks he used to work with aren't going to let him do that. 
 Ana is the first female rider. Let me say that again. The first female rider. As the first, she's got a lot on her shoulders. Not only does she have to prove that she's worthy -- she has to pave the way for other females to have the opportunity. That's a heavy load that she happens to carry very well. The only thing in her way is Deacon and the feelings she has for him. Loving him will only make both of them look weak, so she holds back her feelings until she can't do it anymore. 
 There's plenty of action in this book, but I have to say I really do like the more romantic feel of this series. It's all about the HEA, and Ana and Deacon's path to happiness is full of detours and roadblocks, but eventually they get there. 
 I really do like this series. Kit Rocha knows how to write great action sequences which I love, and then there's the steamy scenes between the main characters that always entertain. 
 A great addition to this series, especially Ana's contributions to Gideon's Riders and her reconciliation with her feelings for Deacon and being strong enough to be one of the Gideon's Riders. Loved that part the most. 
 An ARC was provided for review.