Danby Series

by Tess St. John

Tyler ~ The last three years, ex-cop turned PI, Tyler Danby, has focused much of his attention on a charity for fallen police officer’s families. Since losing his partner, Sam, Tyler has become best friends with Sam’s girlfriend, Faith. He finds her bossy, sassy, yet vulnerable and sweet. When a sudden attraction flares between them, will they risk their friendship to learn if they can share more?


Aiden ~ In Houston on business, attorney Aiden Danby makes a deal with friend Charli Simmons. Since she’s stuck for a babysitter, he agrees to watch her kids, if she’ll be his date for a business dinner. Aiden can’t forget the forbidden crush he had on Charli while growing up. Spending time with her now, getting to know the sweet, sexy woman she’s become, he realizes he’s more attracted to her than ever.


JC ~ Rock and Roll star JC Danby’s world was turned upside down eight months ago when his wife left town. Brandy has sent him a text here and an email there, but no one knows where to find her. Guessing she would never miss her uncle’s funeral, JC flies home from his world tour to confront his wife. What he finds is certain to change their lives forever.


Brock ~ Picked to be photographed for a Hot Fireman calendar, Firefighter Brock Danby is surprised to see Juliana Murray, the prettiest girl in his high school class, is the photographer. Their attraction is instant, hot, and leaves both of them wondering if they can be as good out of bed as they are in it.


Levi ~ Veterinarian Levi Danby is devoted to making his clinic a success. He’s guarded when his ex-girlfriend Candice Purdy shows up at his clinic claiming she wants a second chance. Five years ago she moved to New York in hopes of getting her big break on Broadway. He didn’t begrudge her that, but she’d totally abandoned him. Their attraction is still electric, yet he’s not certain he can forgive her.

Genres: Contemporary

196 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 10, 2013

About the author

I’m not your “normal” writer. I didn’t aspire from a young age to become a writer. My last day of high school, my English teacher said, “There is a book in each of you. Whether it’s a how-to, non-fiction, fiction—find that book.” I thought, right.

My hubby reads a lot, so I began to pick up the books he’d buy—mysteries and thrillers. But he traveled, so I only read while he was in town…too scared to sleep by myself. LOL. Years later, hubby and I planned a trip to an amusement park with the kids, and since I can’t ride roller coasters anymore, I went to B&N and picked up a book. A romance. I read all day and stayed up most of the night to finish the book. After that, I read every romance I could find.

I’d always kept my teacher’s words in the back of my mind, “There is a book in you,” and sat down one day to write a scene that kept playing in my mind. The floodgates on my imagination opened and before I knew what a critique partner was, I’d written four books (I use the word “written” very loosely, they needed a tremendous amount of work).

I never planned it, never dreamed about it, never expected to get such joy from it, but writing has become a vital part of my life.

Being the youngest of five children (my hubby the youngest of seven), much of my writing centers around family and relationships. I thank my parents for their example of how to live a life of love and happiness. And I thank my siblings, in-laws, nephews, nieces, and friends for their constant support and encouragement.

I live near Houston, Texas, with my real-life hero husband (the man is my inspiration each and every day) and our two children—who fill my heart to overflowing. I am blessed beyond belief and tickled to be able to write the stories of my heart.

Reviews

[Margaret Watkins · Rating 5 out of 5]

Five boys, all about the same age, adopted by Pops and Mimi, are taken from the darkness of their early years and given a new life with stability, nurturing, life skills and love. Each story opens with a dedication to people who serve their community and humanity in a special capacity, making one realise that the role they play has far-reaching effects.

Tyler is living with a memory that haunts him. When Faith drops an unspeakable proposition in his lap, there is no way that he can respond positively. However, what has been done cannot be undone, and Tyler cannot forget her request. Both Faith and Tyler struggle with the loss of Sam but when Faith finally breaks down and Tyler witnesses her heartbreak, it is as if new life has been unleashed as they both come to terms with the past and recognise the gift of love between them.

Aiden has had a crush on Charli ever since he was a kid. the problem is that Charli is the sister of one of his adopted brothers, which puts her off-limits. When Brock is unable to give his sister the help she needs, Pops volunteers Aiden to babysit the widowed Charli's children. Finding a connection with the children makes it even harder to keep his distance from Charli, but as he spends more time with them, they find they are the only ones denying the attraction between them.

JC's hard-earned stardom comes with a price when inexplicably his wife disappears without a trace. Brandy has left enough of a trail for him to know that she is safe, but her reasons for leaving elude him. When events bring Brandy and JC back into the same orbit with the rest of the Danby family, JC is shocked to learn the circumstances behind Brandy's decision. When the truth is revealed, JC and Brandy have choices and adjustments to make, but recognise that together they can conquer almost anything.

Brock is nominated by his fellow firemen to represent their station in a Hot Firemen Calendar to raise funds, much to his chagrin. Upon arrival at the park where the shoot is to be done, his jaw drops when he realises that the photographer is none other than his youthful crush, Juliana. She has been through the mill and the gentle Brock is just the man she needs to help her reconnect with her feelings and emotions. Brock's heart drops when Juliana asks that before getting involved they first explore the friendship zone. With Pops' wise counsel ringing in his ears, Brock gives Juliana what she needs. His reward is seeing his brothers' faces when he brings her home.

Levi is shocked to see Candice in his veterinary clinic after she dumped him five years previously. Discovering that her big New York break is just a pipe dream, Candice returns home thoroughly humbled and grabs at the opportunity to deliver puppies to Levi's clinic for a photoshoot. Levi has no intention of giving her a second chance but after spending some time with her, he is surprised when she steps back and gives up the chase. Once again Pops steps in and gives his wise counsel and Levi takes a chance on Candice and if he hasn't messed up completely, love as well.

Five brothers, five stories and five happy endings in one boxset, make this an enjoyable, romantic and warm-hearted read. I received a copy of this book as a gift and this is my honest voluntary review.

[Bethany Averie · Rating 4 out of 5]

What can I say? Author Tess St. John is immensely talented. These are fun, short, contemporary romances that will keep you entertained from beginning to end. I highly recommend this author and this set is another hit for her. I wish her all the best with future releases!

[Stephanie]

Great, just wish it was longer.

Great read. I thought the stories were way too short. I would have loved to have an epilogue for the whole set.