Devin

Grant Brothers #2

by Kathi S. Barton

Devin Grant is having a crappy day. He lost his case, wrecked his car and got a ticket. Then instead of going straight home as he wants to, his brothers make him stop at a out of the way diner and have breakfast. He takes his rotten mood out on the pretty little waitress/cook. Ronnie Frey is working her way through law school and doesn’t need crap from a rude gorgeous man. When Devin leaves her a huge tip, she tracks him down through his brother and returns it. Both of them are too stubborn and smart to give in until Devin shows her passion and love beyond anything she’s ever known. Now a different kind of heat forms between them. Until Ronnie’s family shows up and kidnaps Devin. Then hell hath no fury like a woman whose love is harmed.

Genres: Romance, Contemporary Romance, Contemporary, Erotica, Suspense, Family, Abuse

280 pages, Paperback

First published June 14, 2011

About the author

Kathi Barton, author of the bestselling series Force of Nature, lives in Nashport, Ohio with her husband Paul. In addition to writing full time Kathi likes to spend time with her eight grandkids, three children and three children-in-laws. She writes to relax and have fun.
Her muse, a cross between Jimmy Stewart and Hugh Jackman brings them to life for her readers in a way that has them coming back time and again for more. Her favorite genre is paranormal romance with a great deal of spice. You can visit Kathi on line and drop her an email if you’d like. She loves hearing from her fans. aaronskiss@gmail.com.
Follow Kathi on her blog: http://kathisbartonauthor.blogspot.com/

Reviews

[Charlotte Blackwell · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love these Grant brothers. Devin is such an amazing tale that will pull at your heart, you feel for the characters. Kathi Barton is the most talented new author I have ever read, her ability to put the reader in the story and keep you there to the very end is amazing. Make sure you don't have any plans when reading this book, because you won't want to put it down.

I don't want to give away any spoilers, but I will say get comfy, have a box of tissue ready and make sure you have easy access to a cold shower...cause it is going to get HOT!

[Paula · Rating 1 out of 5]

I didn't like it.

[Rhonda Hicks · Rating 4 out of 5]

'Devin' is book two in Kathi S. Barton's "The Grant Brothers" series and I have to admit, the evil depicted in this book sometimes took my breath away. We met Devin previously in Nickolas' story if you remember. He's the attorney of the family. What surprised me as well as the fact that Devin had the same characteristics as Nickolas when it came to being pompous and argumentative, just not quite as bad. Veronica, aka Ronnie, was the waitress four of the brothers had encountered at a diner they stopped at on their way home from their mom's house. Even though Devin had started off in a surly mood when they had entered and continued to push his mood onto Ronnie, she held her own and gave as good as she got. If you've read the blurb then you know Devin left a huge tip under the law books he saw at her table, knowing how expensive the books were, as his way of making it up to her. Ronnie took exception to what she interpreted as charity from a group of rich, pompous gay men. Since Spencer was the one who had paid the bill with his credit card, he was the only one she was able to track. And track him she did. Her backstory is heinous and as the story unfolds it's a roller-coaster ride of emotions that kept me on the edge of my seat. I can’t imagine what Spencer's story will bring.

[Christi · Rating 5 out of 5]

After reading the first book Nickolas in the Grant Brother series I couldn't wait to start reading Devin. It starts out with Devin being a butt headed lawyer. He is mean to a waitress when him and a couple of his brothers go to a restaurant to eat. She returns something to him at his law office and he realizes that he wants to be with her and is falling in love with her. Just like with Nickolas, Devin is a book you can't put down. It only took me one day to read this one. I can't wait for the next book in this series to come out. I am really excited about this series. Kathi has done a wonderful job in showing that people in relationships fight and argue but things can be worked out. She is my new favorite author.

[April · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another tear jerker! I really like this series but hope not all the Grant brother suffer from head up the ass syndrome!

So much conflict from simply misunderstandings. I am finding this to be a theme and feel like an emotional yoyo at times.

Still a fantastic read!

[Nevy2000]

Unrealistic. Not believable.

[Elaine Kirby · Rating 4 out of 5]

She’s Feisty!

When Devin 1st met Veronica he was a surly jerk & she gave him it right back; his brothers just laughed.

Devin & Veronica kind of reminded me of how Nickolas & Morgan 1st a Ted when they met each other. (& both of them were also in this book).

Veronica has had a very screwy & hard childhood & thought that she’d never have to see her “father” again but she was wrong; & Devin got caught in the middle of it.

But, you’ll have to read the book to find out what goes on. This book was very good.

[Sean Harding · Rating 1 out of 5]

Barton Bartoff #2
Grant Brothers #2
Ugly rubbish book with ugly characters and an ugly plot.
No redeeming qualities at all.
Garbage.

[Niki Driscoll · Rating 4 out of 5]

After the dick Nickolas made of himself in the first book you would think his brother had learned their lesson. Nope, Devin decides to take out his bad day on the waitress while having dinner with his brothers and is promptly put in his place. Ronnie is working hard to pay for law school and studying in between customers. She has no time for the attitude of the sexy guy in her section who thinks he is better then everyone else. She doesn't need his attitude or his pity and doesn't understand the humor the other men at the table are finding at the situation. Once again we get to see that not everything is flowers and rainbows. Ms. Barton shows us that with every relationship it takes work, sacrifice and compromise to make it work. Devin is smooth but he has no idea what to do with Ronnie as she fails to fall for his charm making for some great entertaining reading. I love that the Grant boys mother is such a strong force in their lives, she has no problem letting them know when they screw up. While Devin does have his "dick" moments and needs to be helped to see the error of his ways Ronnie is not always smelling like a peach either. Seems to be a theme with the Grant brothers , they say they will not make the same mistakes as the brother who has just met the women that completes them but they always find a way to fu@# it up. Another great story and a good series.

[**Elle**Bee**Double U** · Rating 4 out of 5]

After reading Nickolas (the first in the Grant Brothers series) I wasn't so sure about continuing with the series. Especially if the brothers all seemed to act as he did. While Devin did have his moments where he was an asshole, he did make up and grovel a little bit better than Nickolas did.

Veronica, aka Ronnie, is waitressing her way through law school. She didn't have an ideal childhood, in fact, she's had one that nightmares are made of. However, she's done what was necessary to survive and has worked hard to be where she is today. She's not normally a violent person nor is she one who is snippy with customers, but Devin Grant just seems to bring out this argumentive person that she normally isn't.

Devin Grant watched all the mistakes his brother made with his wife and his "wooing" of her. Too bad it didn't seem to take and all he can seem to do is make an ass of himself when it comes to Ronnie. But Devon's not going to give up and he'll do what it takes to make sure he knows that he's worth every argument they have. Besides, making up is the best part of arguing ;)

**Fair warning, this book does contain scenes of incest and rape that may not be something some readers may read**

[Heather · Rating 5 out of 5]

I bought this series as a boxed set - Each book in this series will take you on an emotional roller coaster!! Byron is still my favorite, but the ladies in this series are AMAZING! They have over come so much in their pasts and the men trying to convince them that they want yo be in their lives is pretty funny. Of course, Mom knows how to keep her boys in line and what's not funnier than watching a grown man squirm when his Mom is called in. It takes a strong man to go with a strong woman. Each couple has their ups and downs as their pasts rear their ugly heads. But working together and leaning to trust each other has it's benefits.

[Charlene Bauer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Devin

I loved this book.

Ronnie and Devin.

When Ronnie first encounters Devin, she thinks he's gay. Then she just thinks he's an arrogant jerk.
Then she falls in love with him.

Devin find Ronnie beautiful, and intelligent, but he keeps putting his foot in it. (Big surprise)

After much fussing and fighting, they finally come together, but someone from Ronnie's past threatens their future.

Can they survive? Come read and see.

[Joy Whiteside · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kathi S. Barton has done it again. Once I started reading this book I could not put it down and managed to finish it in a couple of hours.

Devin moved along at an amazing pace from beginning to end, had characters that you cannot help but fall in love with and an amazing story as well.

Kathi S. Barton is an amazing author and I look forward to reading and rereading her books. I look forward to all the new ones that will be coming out and I would have no problem suggesting her books to my friends.

[Allison · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love the Grant Brothers!!!


Book starts with Devin meeting Ronnie in the coffee shop where she works to earn extra money for law school. Devin & Ronnie don't hit it off but he goes back to see her again again. This book takes you through the ups and downs through Ronnie's childhood. Will not give too much. It is a great book and I stayed up all night reading it!!!!

Another great book Kathi!

[April · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another tear jerker! I really like this series but hope not all the Grant brother suffer from head up the ass syndrome!

So much conflict from simply misunderstandings. I am finding this to be a theme and feel like an emotional yoyo at times.

Still a fantastic read!

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

All I can say is wow I love these grant brothers book two of the series was just amazing and again the ending leaves you wanting more I was also excited that Nicky and Morgan where mentioned also

[Donna Porter · Rating 5 out of 5]

love, love, love it. Kathi Barton you really know how to hold your interest in a story. I started this book early this afternoon and I just finished it I couldn't put it down. thank you for writing such great books

[Tracy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good read. These Grant brothers certainly have a lot in common!!!

[Denise · Rating 5 out of 5]

loved the series ...cant wait for next series

[Bookaholicreviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ugh my heart is melting! These books are awesome!

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good book. I liked Nicholas but I really like Devin. The writing's good, the characters are well written, the banter is witty and sarcastic. All in all a very good book.

[Gigi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it

this booked hooked me in. tears came the story had tragic moments and well written , love conquers all
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[Carmen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love it. felt bad for Ronnie she had a very bad family. couldn't put it down.

[Rogetwhi · Rating 3 out of 5]

2.5 stars!!!

[iliana G · Rating 5 out of 5]

reall loved this book!

These Grant boys and women can really grow on you