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Montgomery Ink: Fort Collins #3
Inked Devotion
The Montgomery Ink saga from NYT Bestselling Author Carrie Ann Ryan continues with a road trip romance between two friends running from their past.
Brenna Garrett watched her best friend fall in love with another woman all the while keeping his darkest secrets from her. Now she’ll have to figure out who she is without him while not letting the rest of the Montgomerys see her break.
When her family forces her on a road trip, she finds herself bringing Benjamin Montgomery with her. The problem? He’s her best friend’s twin, so there’s no escaping that familiar face.
Benjamin didn’t want to leave his family in a lurch, but Brenna isn’t the only one who needs a break. Only a drunken mistake leads to a night of passion with unintended consequences.
When it turns out they can’t walk away, they’ll have to make a choice: remain just friends or start something new and possibly risk everything.
Including themselves.
Brenna Garrett watched her best friend fall in love with another woman all the while keeping his darkest secrets from her. Now she’ll have to figure out who she is without him while not letting the rest of the Montgomerys see her break.
When her family forces her on a road trip, she finds herself bringing Benjamin Montgomery with her. The problem? He’s her best friend’s twin, so there’s no escaping that familiar face.
Benjamin didn’t want to leave his family in a lurch, but Brenna isn’t the only one who needs a break. Only a drunken mistake leads to a night of passion with unintended consequences.
When it turns out they can’t walk away, they’ll have to make a choice: remain just friends or start something new and possibly risk everything.
Including themselves.
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Carrie Ann Ryan
275 books6,345 followersCarrie Ann Ryan is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of contemporary, paranormal, and young adult romance. Her works include the Montgomery Ink, Talon Pack, Promise Me, and Elements of Five series, which have sold millions of books worldwide. She's the winner of a RT Book of the Year and a Prism Award in her genres. She started writing while in graduate school for her advanced degree in chemistry and hasn’t stopped since. Carrie Ann has written over seventy-five novels and novellas with more in the works. When she’s not losing herself in her emotional and action-packed worlds, she’s reading as much as she can while wrangling her clowder of cats who have more followers than she does.
The Montgomery Ink World contains the following series, though each series is a stand alone and can be read in any order. Feel free to hop around:
The Montgomery Ink Series
The Gallagher Brothers Series
The Montgomery Ink: Colorado Springs Series
The Whiskey and Lies Series
The Fractured Connections Series
The Montgomery Ink: Boulder Series
The Less Than Series
The Promise Me Series
Her Elements of Five Series is her Young Adult Romance series while her other series are all adult.
Her Talon Pack series is set in the same world as the Redwood Pack series, only 30 years later.
The Dante's Circle, Holiday, Montana, and Branded Packs series are all individual series as well.
The Montgomery Ink World contains the following series, though each series is a stand alone and can be read in any order. Feel free to hop around:
The Montgomery Ink Series
The Gallagher Brothers Series
The Montgomery Ink: Colorado Springs Series
The Whiskey and Lies Series
The Fractured Connections Series
The Montgomery Ink: Boulder Series
The Less Than Series
The Promise Me Series
Her Elements of Five Series is her Young Adult Romance series while her other series are all adult.
Her Talon Pack series is set in the same world as the Redwood Pack series, only 30 years later.
The Dante's Circle, Holiday, Montana, and Branded Packs series are all individual series as well.
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October 17, 2021
I just love the Montgomery family- this one focusing on the heartbroken Brenna who finds herself on a road trip unexpectedly with Benjamin, her best friend's twin brother. She's still reeling from the heartache she's had with her bestie, so seeing his face on his twin while trapped in the care isn't ideal...especially when it turns out his presence isn't the only big surprise that comes out of that weekend.
This is a delightful friends to lovers read. These two are simply adorable together, and I love the other trope that plays out in this story- it's my favorite to see the way a couple grows and evolves in the face of that unexpected step. As always, CAR highlights how love finds us most unexpectedly, but can't be denied- so just embrace the ride. And, as usual, the Montgomery family entertains and supports in the most perfect way.
This is a delightful friends to lovers read. These two are simply adorable together, and I love the other trope that plays out in this story- it's my favorite to see the way a couple grows and evolves in the face of that unexpected step. As always, CAR highlights how love finds us most unexpectedly, but can't be denied- so just embrace the ride. And, as usual, the Montgomery family entertains and supports in the most perfect way.
October 26, 2021
I along with everyone in the Montgomery Fort Collins Circle of family and friends had always thought that Brenna had a crush on her best friend Beckett so I was surprised when he found his HEA with someone other then her in the previous book. Now we find out exactly what Brenna's feelings were and what secrets of her own she was keeping from everyone in this newest release of the MONTGOMERY INK: FORT COLLINS Series.
Brenna is taking a road trip to her family's reunion in Virginia and it's perfect timing because she needs to get away and figure things out, only she's not the only one that needs a break so Benjamin goes along for the ride.
This story was one of finding yourself after life changing events. There were laugh out loud moments as well as moments that tears were shed. Benjamin and Brenna will have you rooting for them even before they get together. INKED DEVOTION is a perfect addition to the series that can be read as a standalone if that is the way you choose to read it.
I would recommend this book to anyone that enjoys Steamy Contemporary Romances or Friends to Lovers Romances.
Happy Reading!!!
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Brenna is taking a road trip to her family's reunion in Virginia and it's perfect timing because she needs to get away and figure things out, only she's not the only one that needs a break so Benjamin goes along for the ride.
This story was one of finding yourself after life changing events. There were laugh out loud moments as well as moments that tears were shed. Benjamin and Brenna will have you rooting for them even before they get together. INKED DEVOTION is a perfect addition to the series that can be read as a standalone if that is the way you choose to read it.
I would recommend this book to anyone that enjoys Steamy Contemporary Romances or Friends to Lovers Romances.
Happy Reading!!!
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**I have voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Readers Copy of this book for my Blog, Nadine's Obsessed with Books**You can find me here: https://linktr.ee/NadineBookaholic
October 27, 2021
Whenever I pick up a book in the Montgomery Ink world I am so pleasantly satisfied! The stories and characters are just great fun! I mean the Montgomery clan are a blast to read but with this book it was next level because, yes, Brenna’s family is also fun-cray!! #winning
I couldn’t have loved the choices made for this story more! I loved everything about the relationship build-up from friends to more. A road trip allowed them to not just build off their chemistry but also introspect on their own circumstances to grow individually as well. I loved reading their friendship roll right into more organically and realistically. It was a fun story full of heart!
I haven’t caught up my reading to all the Montgomery couples that have come before and if you just wanted to start with Inked Devotion, I would say it stands on its own pretty well. All the stories I’ve read do. I normally wouldn’t say that, but this is a huge family with several branches and if you normally read series from the beginning (like me) it might seem daunting, but you don’t have to with this clan. #trust
I couldn’t have loved the choices made for this story more! I loved everything about the relationship build-up from friends to more. A road trip allowed them to not just build off their chemistry but also introspect on their own circumstances to grow individually as well. I loved reading their friendship roll right into more organically and realistically. It was a fun story full of heart!
I haven’t caught up my reading to all the Montgomery couples that have come before and if you just wanted to start with Inked Devotion, I would say it stands on its own pretty well. All the stories I’ve read do. I normally wouldn’t say that, but this is a huge family with several branches and if you normally read series from the beginning (like me) it might seem daunting, but you don’t have to with this clan. #trust
October 25, 2021
If you love babies, this is the book for you!
Brenna is comfortable in her role as Beckett's best friend and is happy to see him in love with Eliza. And she's friends with his twin brother, Benjamin, and appreciates how she's been informally adopted by the entire Montgomery clan. So comfortable, that when Benjamin invites himself along on her road trip to her family reunion, she welcomes the company.
Ah, but the forced proximity has never been hotter or more productive than it is on this road trip. Secrets are revealed, lines are crossed, promises are made and then made to be broken.
It seems everyone is having a baby in this installment - new Montgomery babies, new Garrett babies, even a unique baby plan for Benjamin's ex and her new wife - so one more baby that is sorta planned but sorta not exactly planned that way just adds to the joy and elevates a simple friendship to new heights of love and devotion.
Their HEA was beautiful, and followed by a lead-in to the next book in this family-based series of standalone romances. If you've read any of the earlier Montgomery family books you don't want to miss this one. If you haven't, start with this one then go back and catch up. I guarantee you'll love every single one. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
Brenna is comfortable in her role as Beckett's best friend and is happy to see him in love with Eliza. And she's friends with his twin brother, Benjamin, and appreciates how she's been informally adopted by the entire Montgomery clan. So comfortable, that when Benjamin invites himself along on her road trip to her family reunion, she welcomes the company.
Ah, but the forced proximity has never been hotter or more productive than it is on this road trip. Secrets are revealed, lines are crossed, promises are made and then made to be broken.
It seems everyone is having a baby in this installment - new Montgomery babies, new Garrett babies, even a unique baby plan for Benjamin's ex and her new wife - so one more baby that is sorta planned but sorta not exactly planned that way just adds to the joy and elevates a simple friendship to new heights of love and devotion.
Their HEA was beautiful, and followed by a lead-in to the next book in this family-based series of standalone romances. If you've read any of the earlier Montgomery family books you don't want to miss this one. If you haven't, start with this one then go back and catch up. I guarantee you'll love every single one. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
October 26, 2021
Brenna and Benjamin love story was a delight to read. Is a friend to lovers that has a bit of a surprise element. I really enjoyed watching them grow and character development and admitting their feeling for each others. Montgomery family is always a delight to read them and they way they interact with each other.
October 9, 2021
ARC received for review
Brenna and Benjamin go on a road trip and with a little drunken intervention become something more...actually will be a lot more in nine months. Her family crazy rivals his family crazy. Along the way of trying to figure out co-parenting, they fall in love.
Brenna and Benjamin go on a road trip and with a little drunken intervention become something more...actually will be a lot more in nine months. Her family crazy rivals his family crazy. Along the way of trying to figure out co-parenting, they fall in love.
October 26, 2021
Inked Devotion is the latest installment in the Montgomery Ink saga by Carrie Ann Ryan. The Montgomery's are my all-time favorite series ever so I was anxiously waiting for Brenna and Benjamin's story to be released. It certainly did not disappoint. Ms. Ryan's writing style brings the story to life and draws you in like you are part of the family watching everything unfold in front of your eyes. Brenna and Benjamin were amazing characters and it was obvious from the start there was definitely a spark between them. What about that ending? Ahhh I can't wait to see what's in store for the Montgomery's next!
October 27, 2021
This one was interesting, mostly due to Brenna having plans and then they got screwed up by her own actions, but in a good way. I also loved how awkward it was between Brenna and Benjamin after their actions came back to haunt them. I think what made it so much fun was that you could tell both wanted more, but were too scared to say it, to maybe make things worse, instead they kept trying to friendzone each other left and right. While I hated the event that changed their minds, I did like how this one ended, glad that they finally got their heads out of their asses and went for what they wanted, each other.
November 1, 2021
This is book 3 in the Montgomery Ink: Fort Collins series and it features Benjamin and Brenna. She’s best friends with his twin brother, friends with him and the rest of this Fort Collins Montgomery clan. This is a friends to lovers romance with a really special plot twist.
The story line is fantastic! The character growth is amazing with these two. They really need to work on their communication skills though. I love the closeness of the Montgomery family! I can’t wait for the next book!
The story line is fantastic! The character growth is amazing with these two. They really need to work on their communication skills though. I love the closeness of the Montgomery family! I can’t wait for the next book!
October 26, 2021
5 PHENOMENAL STARS!! Can I say I LOVED THIS ONE!! Yes I am shouting....it was so good. Benjamin and Brenna touched all of my heart. This series has been fabulous, but this is by far my favorite.
October 25, 2021
4.5 stars
Brenna Garrett is still struggling with the idea that her best friend kept a big secret from her, and pushed her away when she needed his ear. She decides a road trip to her family’s reunion in Virginia will give her time to think through her dilemma without needing anyone else’s input. Somehow at the last minute, she finds herself with a passenger in the form of Benjamin Montgomery, her best friend’s twin brother.
Benjamin is the steady brother, who doesn’t take spur of the moment trips, but when he finds himself in need of his own break to think, he invites himself along. Besides he can act as a buffer for her family if she needs one (because to hear her tell it, the Garretts are harder to handle than the Montgomerys).
One drunken mistake leads to consequences neither expected nor are they prepared to handle (because they were already struggling to handle a challenge, hence the road trip). Now it’s not a matter of forgetting their night together, they have to figure out how to move forward together and what that will mean for everyone involved.
I enjoyed these two. The book overall was a very quick read, but their story continually moved and twisted. They are each struggling with decisions that turn out to be related, though from slightly different angles. I loved the way Benjamin worked to reassure Brenna that his feelings for her were not new, and not based on the alcohol.
The Montgomerys from Fort Collins are very involved in their brother’s story, and their questioning (interrogation tendencies) is exactly why he decided he needed to take the trip in the first place. Brenna and Benjamin may have surprised the family with their news in Inked Devotion, but they are not the only ones with news in these pages. Archer and Paige’s stories continue to be teased in the background, and with Paige’s story coming next I can’t wait to see what happens next for her!
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Brenna Garrett is still struggling with the idea that her best friend kept a big secret from her, and pushed her away when she needed his ear. She decides a road trip to her family’s reunion in Virginia will give her time to think through her dilemma without needing anyone else’s input. Somehow at the last minute, she finds herself with a passenger in the form of Benjamin Montgomery, her best friend’s twin brother.
Benjamin is the steady brother, who doesn’t take spur of the moment trips, but when he finds himself in need of his own break to think, he invites himself along. Besides he can act as a buffer for her family if she needs one (because to hear her tell it, the Garretts are harder to handle than the Montgomerys).
One drunken mistake leads to consequences neither expected nor are they prepared to handle (because they were already struggling to handle a challenge, hence the road trip). Now it’s not a matter of forgetting their night together, they have to figure out how to move forward together and what that will mean for everyone involved.
I enjoyed these two. The book overall was a very quick read, but their story continually moved and twisted. They are each struggling with decisions that turn out to be related, though from slightly different angles. I loved the way Benjamin worked to reassure Brenna that his feelings for her were not new, and not based on the alcohol.
The Montgomerys from Fort Collins are very involved in their brother’s story, and their questioning (interrogation tendencies) is exactly why he decided he needed to take the trip in the first place. Brenna and Benjamin may have surprised the family with their news in Inked Devotion, but they are not the only ones with news in these pages. Archer and Paige’s stories continue to be teased in the background, and with Paige’s story coming next I can’t wait to see what happens next for her!
November 17, 2021
When it comes to family dynamics Ms. Ryan is one of the best in creating close knit clans. With her latest series she continues that tradition with the Montgomery family and the up and down emotional rollercoaster ride they take readers on.
Brenna Garrett was once closer than close with Beckett Montgomery...or so she thought, until she realized the secrets he was keeping and the need to finally find out who she is on her own. A road trip to a family reunion sounds like the perfect time to rethink things, but her plans go awry when a face familiar to her joins her on the road. Benjamin Montgomery, Beckett's twin, has his own answers he's seeking and decides that hanging with Brenna will help him make some important decisions in this emotional tale of starting over. When a drunken night of togetherness leads to an unexpected pregnancy, these two will have to navigate newfound feelings that pulled at my heartstrings with each turn of the page. From the moment these two started interacting it was clear that they had strong chemistry, chemistry that led to their unexpected night.
Benjamin's a stand up guy, a guy with a positive connection to his ex and an attraction to Brenna that he's never acknowledged before. Deep down he knows the answers he seeks but spending time with Brenna is something he wants. For Brenna, she's tired of people thinking she's broken up over Beckett falling for someone else, when in fact she's more upset over the secrets he kept from her and it's those feelings that weigh on her when she looks at Benjamin. Throughout their trip together these two are very open and honest with their concerns and doubts, bringing them closer together until their unexpected night together. From that moment on things changed irrevocably and though Benjamin is all-in, Brenna's a bit more blind to what's right in front of her which frustrated me a bit. Despite a bit of frustration with Brenna, their journey was a sweet and heartwarming one, one full of emotions and featuring two appealing characters who I was rooting for every step of the way. Interspersed with the decision-making of this appealing pair are glimpses of other family members and the unexpected events happening to them too. Paige especially has me intrigued with what happened to her at the end of the story and I look forward to her story being told next in this well-written addition to the Montgomery clan series!
Brenna Garrett was once closer than close with Beckett Montgomery...or so she thought, until she realized the secrets he was keeping and the need to finally find out who she is on her own. A road trip to a family reunion sounds like the perfect time to rethink things, but her plans go awry when a face familiar to her joins her on the road. Benjamin Montgomery, Beckett's twin, has his own answers he's seeking and decides that hanging with Brenna will help him make some important decisions in this emotional tale of starting over. When a drunken night of togetherness leads to an unexpected pregnancy, these two will have to navigate newfound feelings that pulled at my heartstrings with each turn of the page. From the moment these two started interacting it was clear that they had strong chemistry, chemistry that led to their unexpected night.
Benjamin's a stand up guy, a guy with a positive connection to his ex and an attraction to Brenna that he's never acknowledged before. Deep down he knows the answers he seeks but spending time with Brenna is something he wants. For Brenna, she's tired of people thinking she's broken up over Beckett falling for someone else, when in fact she's more upset over the secrets he kept from her and it's those feelings that weigh on her when she looks at Benjamin. Throughout their trip together these two are very open and honest with their concerns and doubts, bringing them closer together until their unexpected night together. From that moment on things changed irrevocably and though Benjamin is all-in, Brenna's a bit more blind to what's right in front of her which frustrated me a bit. Despite a bit of frustration with Brenna, their journey was a sweet and heartwarming one, one full of emotions and featuring two appealing characters who I was rooting for every step of the way. Interspersed with the decision-making of this appealing pair are glimpses of other family members and the unexpected events happening to them too. Paige especially has me intrigued with what happened to her at the end of the story and I look forward to her story being told next in this well-written addition to the Montgomery clan series!
October 25, 2021
4 star Review Inked Devotion (Montgomery Ink: Fort Collins #3) by Carrie Ann Ryan
It was good to be back in Fort Collins with the Montgomery family. This is Brenna Garrett and hew best friends’ twin brother Benjamin Montgomery’s story and was an entertaining read. After watching her best friend fall in love the last things that Brenna wants or needs is to go on a road trip with his twin brother and yet that’s exactly what happens.
Neither Brenna or Benjamin have any idea that fate has plans for them. They both needed an escape but neither of them expected the attraction that a passionate one night stand ignites. Do they dare risk it all for a chance at happiness or will uncertainty rip them apart?
I loved that their relationship was based on friendship and it was heart warming to watch it develop along with a surprise or two.
It was good to be back in Fort Collins with the Montgomery family. This is Brenna Garrett and hew best friends’ twin brother Benjamin Montgomery’s story and was an entertaining read. After watching her best friend fall in love the last things that Brenna wants or needs is to go on a road trip with his twin brother and yet that’s exactly what happens.
Neither Brenna or Benjamin have any idea that fate has plans for them. They both needed an escape but neither of them expected the attraction that a passionate one night stand ignites. Do they dare risk it all for a chance at happiness or will uncertainty rip them apart?
I loved that their relationship was based on friendship and it was heart warming to watch it develop along with a surprise or two.
October 18, 2021
This book is rich with emotion and you best believe that your heart is going to get a workout as the story unfolds. Brenna and Benjamin hit me with some very powerful feels and swoon as they take their relationship from friends to lovers. This is a sweet and steamy, heart melting romance that will leave your heart a melty mess. It was lovely. I am posting an unbiased, unsolicited review.
October 24, 2021
Once again 5 stars. What an amazing story. I just loved Brenna and was hoping for her HEA at the end of Beckett’s story—see he’s always there 😉. Benjamin deserved her and what a journey they were on from one road trip to visit her family. What can possibly happen on a road trip, with margaritas and nachos 🤷🏻♀️I love how this family is there for them both and can see what they don’t until they finally do. Grabbed me in from page one. I couldn’t stop reading it. I just adore The Montgomery’s and love how we catch up with them all.
October 26, 2021
When one door closes, another opens. Inked Devotion is Brenna and Benjamin's emotional rollercoaster ride of a story. This heartwarming and entertaining friends to lovers romance will have you rooting for Brenna and Benjamin to get together. I can't wait to read Paige and Lee's story in Inked Craving, Book 19 of the Montgomery Ink series.
October 15, 2021
I loved this one. Brenna and Benjamin are so perfect for each other. It certainly did take them awhile to realize it. I had forgotten about Beckett's secret and the problems it caused. I remember his romance though with Eliza though. This one had lots of visits with all the Montgomeries. And BABIES!! Lots of babies. Benjamin is going to have his hands full for the next little while and it will be fun to watch. I loved the epilogue too It was perfect
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October 27, 2021
4.5-stars.
Inked Devotion by Carrie Ann Ryan is the third book in the Montgomery Ink: Fort Collins series and gives us Benjamin and Brenna’s story and I was all here for it! Though you can technically read each book on its own, it is better experienced in order and it is so worth reading them all. Their story was a friends to lovers romance that was captivating and all kinds of feels. When they both need a break from all the things going on around them, they find themselves on a road trip that changes everything between them and made for a great read. Charming, sweet and emotional, this is a must-read!
Happy reading!
Inked Devotion by Carrie Ann Ryan is the third book in the Montgomery Ink: Fort Collins series and gives us Benjamin and Brenna’s story and I was all here for it! Though you can technically read each book on its own, it is better experienced in order and it is so worth reading them all. Their story was a friends to lovers romance that was captivating and all kinds of feels. When they both need a break from all the things going on around them, they find themselves on a road trip that changes everything between them and made for a great read. Charming, sweet and emotional, this is a must-read!
Happy reading!
January 26, 2022
This is my first Carrie Ann Ryan book. It was gifted to me by a TikTok friend. I’d added it to my Amazon Wishlist after it was recommended to me on my SmutTok Unicorn video.
Please note - I read this as a standalone. It’s in the middle of a series I’ve never read. From an author I’ve never read. I didn’t feel too lost. Yes, there were big family moments where I probably would’ve felt better knowing more, but I don’t think it took away from my experience. And I don’t think it’d be a big deal if you read it first as well. Just as long as you know it’s part of a standalone series.
I loved the blurb. I think I misread at first because I thought it said she was in love with her best friend. It didn’t. My expectations didn’t match the read. But it wasn’t just because of that. This book was bubble gum sweet. That cover was not. The very end mentioned a family tattoo, but there was no mention beyond that of any tattoos. So, the Ink thing felt off to me. But the blurb really heightens the issue that this is her best friend’s twin. And honestly, while that is the case, it’s not the most important aspect of this book.
TW: Babies. Pregnancy. Babies and pregnancy are the most important aspects of this book. Big Time.
I feel like the lead was buried a bit here. I know that the cover blends in with the series, but it doesn’t match the book. And the blurb only touches on a bit of the story. I wish I had known how important the pregnancy aspect was. I wasn’t triggered, I know people could be, but I wasn’t. It’s just that the issue of pregnancy literally drove this story and it wasn’t mentioned at all in the blurb. I found that frustrating.
The only potential TW in this book is pregnancy and I know that’s a pretty controversial TW. So, I can’t really blame the author for not including it. But I hope that she’s paying attention to the current conversation about trigger warnings.
Overall, did I like the book? I didn’t dislike the book. It felt very sweet to me. I was hoping for a bit more steam. And I really wasn’t ready for all of the baby talk. But that’s not why I give it three stars. I give it three because it was good. It was just good. It didn’t blow me away, but I didn’t dislike it either. Had I been prepped for the baby thing I probably would’ve popped it up to 4 stars, but maybe not. It’s a good book. I don’t regret reading it. In fact, at the moment I think I might be intrigued enough to read the next one. But all in all, I think it’s going to end up being one of those books that’s pretty forgettable.
I do want to point out that I like the author’s writing style and I don’t mean anything against her at all. I’m just thinking this may not have been the story for me to start with. Particularly considering that my expectations were different from my reality.
Oh and probably 2 1/2 chili peppers. There’s steam, but not a lot, and it takes a while. More importantly, it takes a while after we get it for the first time.
Please note - I read this as a standalone. It’s in the middle of a series I’ve never read. From an author I’ve never read. I didn’t feel too lost. Yes, there were big family moments where I probably would’ve felt better knowing more, but I don’t think it took away from my experience. And I don’t think it’d be a big deal if you read it first as well. Just as long as you know it’s part of a standalone series.
I loved the blurb. I think I misread at first because I thought it said she was in love with her best friend. It didn’t. My expectations didn’t match the read. But it wasn’t just because of that. This book was bubble gum sweet. That cover was not. The very end mentioned a family tattoo, but there was no mention beyond that of any tattoos. So, the Ink thing felt off to me. But the blurb really heightens the issue that this is her best friend’s twin. And honestly, while that is the case, it’s not the most important aspect of this book.
TW: Babies. Pregnancy. Babies and pregnancy are the most important aspects of this book. Big Time.
I feel like the lead was buried a bit here. I know that the cover blends in with the series, but it doesn’t match the book. And the blurb only touches on a bit of the story. I wish I had known how important the pregnancy aspect was. I wasn’t triggered, I know people could be, but I wasn’t. It’s just that the issue of pregnancy literally drove this story and it wasn’t mentioned at all in the blurb. I found that frustrating.
The only potential TW in this book is pregnancy and I know that’s a pretty controversial TW. So, I can’t really blame the author for not including it. But I hope that she’s paying attention to the current conversation about trigger warnings.
Overall, did I like the book? I didn’t dislike the book. It felt very sweet to me. I was hoping for a bit more steam. And I really wasn’t ready for all of the baby talk. But that’s not why I give it three stars. I give it three because it was good. It was just good. It didn’t blow me away, but I didn’t dislike it either. Had I been prepped for the baby thing I probably would’ve popped it up to 4 stars, but maybe not. It’s a good book. I don’t regret reading it. In fact, at the moment I think I might be intrigued enough to read the next one. But all in all, I think it’s going to end up being one of those books that’s pretty forgettable.
I do want to point out that I like the author’s writing style and I don’t mean anything against her at all. I’m just thinking this may not have been the story for me to start with. Particularly considering that my expectations were different from my reality.
Oh and probably 2 1/2 chili peppers. There’s steam, but not a lot, and it takes a while. More importantly, it takes a while after we get it for the first time.
November 5, 2021
My review is written after listening to the audio version of this book.
Everyone in the Montgomery family assumed that Brenna was in love with Beckett, and worried about her when he fell in love with her friend Eliza. She never felt like that about Beckett and has done her best to convince everyone that she only ever thought of Beckett as her best friend. Because of this misconception, Benjamin has always damped down his feelings for Brenna and has tried to only ever think of her as a friend something he's been very successful at.
Brenna has been making plans and keeping secrets, not because she doesn't think everyone wouldn't understand but because it's something she wants to do for herself, she wants a child and has decided to do it alone, well with the help of a doner. She'll tell her friends when she's achieved her goal and is pregnant. But before this happen she needs to go home and visit her family and has decided to make it a road trip instead of flying.
Shortly before her planned departure Benjamin, having been asked for a very special favour by his ex and her new partner realises he needs to get away and asks if he can join Brenna on her road trip. Benjamin is the quiet, thoughtful but growly twin but they've always got along so Brenna says yes.
During their trip, he confides what has been asked of him to Brenna and she, in turn, tells him what she has decided to do. The trip is going well until a storm hits and they end up having to share a room, they have both been drinking but are in no way drunk but the barriers are down and passions run high. After the trip, it's agreed it will never be repeated or mentioned again but then you know what they say about the best-laid plans......
Inked Devotion is the 3rd book in the Montgomery Ink: Fort Collins Series and I have to say I loved it and thought that Benjamin was so good with Brenna, he was there for her even when she was horrid to him, it's a feel-good story about the journey Brenna and Benjamin take together.
The narration by Aaron Shedlock and Emma Wilder is excellent as always they know these characters do well they are able to bring them to life beautifully.
Everyone in the Montgomery family assumed that Brenna was in love with Beckett, and worried about her when he fell in love with her friend Eliza. She never felt like that about Beckett and has done her best to convince everyone that she only ever thought of Beckett as her best friend. Because of this misconception, Benjamin has always damped down his feelings for Brenna and has tried to only ever think of her as a friend something he's been very successful at.
Brenna has been making plans and keeping secrets, not because she doesn't think everyone wouldn't understand but because it's something she wants to do for herself, she wants a child and has decided to do it alone, well with the help of a doner. She'll tell her friends when she's achieved her goal and is pregnant. But before this happen she needs to go home and visit her family and has decided to make it a road trip instead of flying.
Shortly before her planned departure Benjamin, having been asked for a very special favour by his ex and her new partner realises he needs to get away and asks if he can join Brenna on her road trip. Benjamin is the quiet, thoughtful but growly twin but they've always got along so Brenna says yes.
During their trip, he confides what has been asked of him to Brenna and she, in turn, tells him what she has decided to do. The trip is going well until a storm hits and they end up having to share a room, they have both been drinking but are in no way drunk but the barriers are down and passions run high. After the trip, it's agreed it will never be repeated or mentioned again but then you know what they say about the best-laid plans......
Inked Devotion is the 3rd book in the Montgomery Ink: Fort Collins Series and I have to say I loved it and thought that Benjamin was so good with Brenna, he was there for her even when she was horrid to him, it's a feel-good story about the journey Brenna and Benjamin take together.
The narration by Aaron Shedlock and Emma Wilder is excellent as always they know these characters do well they are able to bring them to life beautifully.
October 29, 2021
4 Maple Leaf Review of Inked Devotion (Montgomery Ink: Fort Collins 3) by Carrie Ann Ryan
"𝑰 𝒅𝒐𝒏'𝒕 𝒌𝒏𝒐𝒘 𝒘𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒕𝒐 𝒅𝒐, 𝑩𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒏𝒂. 𝑾𝒆 𝒄𝒂𝒏'𝒕 𝒌𝒆𝒆𝒑 𝒅𝒐𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒔, 𝒃𝒖𝒕 𝒇𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒌𝒍𝒚? 𝑰'𝒎 𝒇𝒊𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒊𝒕 𝒉𝒂𝒓𝒅 𝒏𝒐𝒕 𝒕𝒐."
Benjamin and Brenna both need a break from their current lives. So when Brenna's family forces her to drive to see them, Benjamin tags along for the ride. While on the road trip, Benjamin and Brenna give in to one night of passion between them. Once they both return home and try to go back to their normal lives, things take an unexpected turn. Benjamin and Brenna will now have to figure out how to navigate this new reality they have found themselves in.
Benjamin and Brenna's story was entertaining. Benjamin always wants to make everyone happy. Brenna is heartbroken and determined to become independent. The road trip was perfect for both Benjamin and Brenna as it helped them both grow individually and as friends which ultimately leads to growth in their romantic relationship. Both the families, Montgomery's and Garrett's, are funny and the typical meddling families.
Audio... Aaron Shedlock and Emma Wilder both did a great job of bringing the characters and story to life.
Inked Devotion is a small town, friends to lovers, road trip romance told in the first-person point of view of Benjamin and Brenna.
*advanced copy requested and honestly reviewed on behalf of Canadian Girl Book Blog*
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"𝑰 𝒅𝒐𝒏'𝒕 𝒌𝒏𝒐𝒘 𝒘𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒕𝒐 𝒅𝒐, 𝑩𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒏𝒂. 𝑾𝒆 𝒄𝒂𝒏'𝒕 𝒌𝒆𝒆𝒑 𝒅𝒐𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒔, 𝒃𝒖𝒕 𝒇𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒌𝒍𝒚? 𝑰'𝒎 𝒇𝒊𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒊𝒕 𝒉𝒂𝒓𝒅 𝒏𝒐𝒕 𝒕𝒐."
Benjamin and Brenna both need a break from their current lives. So when Brenna's family forces her to drive to see them, Benjamin tags along for the ride. While on the road trip, Benjamin and Brenna give in to one night of passion between them. Once they both return home and try to go back to their normal lives, things take an unexpected turn. Benjamin and Brenna will now have to figure out how to navigate this new reality they have found themselves in.
Benjamin and Brenna's story was entertaining. Benjamin always wants to make everyone happy. Brenna is heartbroken and determined to become independent. The road trip was perfect for both Benjamin and Brenna as it helped them both grow individually and as friends which ultimately leads to growth in their romantic relationship. Both the families, Montgomery's and Garrett's, are funny and the typical meddling families.
Audio... Aaron Shedlock and Emma Wilder both did a great job of bringing the characters and story to life.
Inked Devotion is a small town, friends to lovers, road trip romance told in the first-person point of view of Benjamin and Brenna.
*advanced copy requested and honestly reviewed on behalf of Canadian Girl Book Blog*
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October 20, 2021
Inked Devotion is part of the Montgomery Ink series by Carrie Ann Ryan. The book focuses on Brenna Garret and Benjamin Montgomery, to people who have been friends forever and through circumstance end up on a road trip together where their attraction for each other comes to a head. To make matters more complicated, everyone has an opinion on both of their lives and their relationship. But as we know, love can happen when you’re not looking for it and friends can become more in an instant.
I really enjoyed reading about Brenna and Benjamin’s story. It was a little complex as both of them had things going on in their own lives individually, not just when they got together, and things became even more complex. The family dynamics were interesting as was how both Brenna and Benjamin think they fit into each of their families.
This was a sweet and steamy romance with plenty of the feels in between. Both characters try so hard to protect themselves that sometimes they couldn’t see what was right in front of them. Throw in some complications and twists and this makes for a great friends to lovers to romance. Secondary characters were also great and at times funny, infuriating and nosey (as most siblings and other family members are). Overall, a really sweet read!
ARC received for a fair, honest and sometimes long review. All opinions are my own. 😊
More of my reviews can be found on my blog: http://thehotmesslibrary.blogspot.com
I really enjoyed reading about Brenna and Benjamin’s story. It was a little complex as both of them had things going on in their own lives individually, not just when they got together, and things became even more complex. The family dynamics were interesting as was how both Brenna and Benjamin think they fit into each of their families.
This was a sweet and steamy romance with plenty of the feels in between. Both characters try so hard to protect themselves that sometimes they couldn’t see what was right in front of them. Throw in some complications and twists and this makes for a great friends to lovers to romance. Secondary characters were also great and at times funny, infuriating and nosey (as most siblings and other family members are). Overall, a really sweet read!
ARC received for a fair, honest and sometimes long review. All opinions are my own. 😊
More of my reviews can be found on my blog: http://thehotmesslibrary.blogspot.com
October 31, 2021
Love Brenna and Benjamin. Brenna needs a break from everyone assuming she was in love with her best friend, Beckett, so she is going on a cross country trek to a family reunion. Brenna didn't like Beckett keeping secrets from her, but she is keeping secrets herself. Brenna wants a child and plans on getting artificially inseminated. Benjamin has been thrown for a loop when his ex and her wife ask him to be the donor for the child they want. Benjamin needs to get away to decide what he will do without his family putting their opinions into the mix. Brenna lets Benjamin come along to her family reunion. Along the way, Benjamin and Brenna give into their attraction to each other after a night of drinking. What happens when their night of passion leads to an unexpected surprise? Will Brenna continue to push Benjamin away while finding she wants him more and more in her life? Can Benjamin convince Brenna he has always been attracted to her and wants a future with her? Will Brenna and Benjamin work through their issues and find their happily ever after? Will Benjamin say yes to his ex or not? I love Carrie Ann Ryan! Inked Devotion is a great book with fantastic characters. The Montgomerys are the best! I would definitely recommend getting Inked Devotion or any of the other Montgomery books by Carrie Ann Ryan. I received an ARC copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving my honest review.
October 24, 2021
I thoroughly loved reading Benjamin and Brenna's story. Brenna had become a part of the Montgomery family through her friendship with Beckett. Things recently have become slightly awkward because everyone thought she had a thing for Beckett, who has fallen in love with Eliza, but that isn't the case, yet there are complicated secrets she has going on in her life that she hasn't yet shared with everyone. Benjamin has things to think over so asks to tag along on a cross country drive Brenna is about to embark on for her family reunion - a family that is even bigger than the Montgomery's and just as involved. Things become incredibly complicated as a result of their time together on that road trip.
I loved all of this - I'm a sucker for forced proximity and unintended consequences. But more than that, pieces of this book really struck a chord with me. Maybe it's that my husband and I first got together and made a cross country trip of our own on before we were really together! But I also loved all the moments when they are each with their families and the funny things that occur when everyone is all in each other's business. This was just a fun read and I loved reading about how Benjamin and Brenna work through their fears and find their way to each other.
I had an Advance Reader Copy and have voluntarily left an honest review.
I loved all of this - I'm a sucker for forced proximity and unintended consequences. But more than that, pieces of this book really struck a chord with me. Maybe it's that my husband and I first got together and made a cross country trip of our own on before we were really together! But I also loved all the moments when they are each with their families and the funny things that occur when everyone is all in each other's business. This was just a fun read and I loved reading about how Benjamin and Brenna work through their fears and find their way to each other.
I had an Advance Reader Copy and have voluntarily left an honest review.
October 26, 2021
Nothing reads like a Carrie Ann Ryan book. It’s like being welcomed home with a warm cozy blanket after a long cold journey. Inked Devotion takes us back to Fort Collins with the Montgomery’s in the 18th installment of the series. In the previous book, Beckett gets his happy ending, but leaves our lovely Brenna heartbroken and struggling to move on.
This is where the book starts.
Brenna is returning home for a family reunion, and uses it as a perfect time to lick her wounds from the heartbreak she is dealing with from her best friend Beckett. Just as she thinks she has the trip figured out, the biggest wrench she didn’t see coming gets thrown in her plan.
Benjamin Montgomery.
Not only is he a Montgomery, but he’s also Beckett’s twin brother. So much for getting away from her pain. Now she has to see the face of the man she loves, but can never have.
I feel for Brenna so much during this book, she wants Beckett to be happy, she knows she needs to move on. Benjamin and Brenna are funny and cute together that even while she is mourning her lost love, as a reader I was rooting for her and Ben to be together. Inked Devotion does deal with heartbreak, but also the delight in finding new love as well. A new hope in falling in love and being happy. The ending is gasping and I can’t wait to see what comes next in the series. Way to go C.A.R!
This is where the book starts.
Brenna is returning home for a family reunion, and uses it as a perfect time to lick her wounds from the heartbreak she is dealing with from her best friend Beckett. Just as she thinks she has the trip figured out, the biggest wrench she didn’t see coming gets thrown in her plan.
Benjamin Montgomery.
Not only is he a Montgomery, but he’s also Beckett’s twin brother. So much for getting away from her pain. Now she has to see the face of the man she loves, but can never have.
I feel for Brenna so much during this book, she wants Beckett to be happy, she knows she needs to move on. Benjamin and Brenna are funny and cute together that even while she is mourning her lost love, as a reader I was rooting for her and Ben to be together. Inked Devotion does deal with heartbreak, but also the delight in finding new love as well. A new hope in falling in love and being happy. The ending is gasping and I can’t wait to see what comes next in the series. Way to go C.A.R!
October 24, 2021
Sometimes the family that you have been wanting has been right in front of you the whole time. And that person whom you’re meant to be with is the someone you weren’t expecting.
Brenna is focusing on herself. Being the best she can be, growing her business and starting a family by herself. When her best friend’s twin brother, Benjamin, gets asked a very important life request, he tags along with Brenna to her family reunion so he can have time to think about it. However, neither Brenna or Benjamin were expecting feelings or another life surprise to come into the picture.
I absolutely loved Brenna and Benjamin’s story! I knew that the storyline was going to center around them but with any Carrie Ann Ryan book, it’s an automatic download and read for me. It was a great friends to lovers with a surprise baby thrown in. That little nugget and plot twist had my jaw dropping. When they are together, you can expect those times to be spicy and hot. It’s been a minute since we had a Montgomery book and I loved getting updates from all of the family. You can jump ahead or go back a few books and you never feel lost with the way Carrie Ann Ryan tells her stories. And the little teaser we get for the next book has me anxiously waiting for its release.
Brenna is focusing on herself. Being the best she can be, growing her business and starting a family by herself. When her best friend’s twin brother, Benjamin, gets asked a very important life request, he tags along with Brenna to her family reunion so he can have time to think about it. However, neither Brenna or Benjamin were expecting feelings or another life surprise to come into the picture.
I absolutely loved Brenna and Benjamin’s story! I knew that the storyline was going to center around them but with any Carrie Ann Ryan book, it’s an automatic download and read for me. It was a great friends to lovers with a surprise baby thrown in. That little nugget and plot twist had my jaw dropping. When they are together, you can expect those times to be spicy and hot. It’s been a minute since we had a Montgomery book and I loved getting updates from all of the family. You can jump ahead or go back a few books and you never feel lost with the way Carrie Ann Ryan tells her stories. And the little teaser we get for the next book has me anxiously waiting for its release.
October 30, 2021
Inked Devotion was a surprise in so many different ways.
Brenna has a plan. One that she’s been keeping a secret from those she loves. A plan that will give her everything she wants in life, on her terms. Benjamin is living his life his way. When a dear friend asks for a favor, he’s thrown for a loop yet willing to do what is in his power to help. Two friends have Big things happening in their lives and no one to confide in. When Benjamin sees an opportunity to tag along on a road trip that Brenna has planned. Both are able to confide in one another about the big things going on in their lives. They share themselves with one another fully. Upon returning home they soon learn that the relationship they share is about to change and they must reevaluate how they stand with one another.
I am a lover of all things Montgomery and the Fort Collins clan is making their presence known within the family. I always enjoy visiting with them. Brenna and Benjamin both had a plan yet feet stepped in and decided maybe it wasn’t quite so crystal clear. I absolutely love these characters. In what could’ve been a hot mess of a drama there was integrity and emotion throughout every page. Inked Devotion will make your jaw drop in the best ways.
Brenna has a plan. One that she’s been keeping a secret from those she loves. A plan that will give her everything she wants in life, on her terms. Benjamin is living his life his way. When a dear friend asks for a favor, he’s thrown for a loop yet willing to do what is in his power to help. Two friends have Big things happening in their lives and no one to confide in. When Benjamin sees an opportunity to tag along on a road trip that Brenna has planned. Both are able to confide in one another about the big things going on in their lives. They share themselves with one another fully. Upon returning home they soon learn that the relationship they share is about to change and they must reevaluate how they stand with one another.
I am a lover of all things Montgomery and the Fort Collins clan is making their presence known within the family. I always enjoy visiting with them. Brenna and Benjamin both had a plan yet feet stepped in and decided maybe it wasn’t quite so crystal clear. I absolutely love these characters. In what could’ve been a hot mess of a drama there was integrity and emotion throughout every page. Inked Devotion will make your jaw drop in the best ways.
October 18, 2021
This is Benjamin and Brenna's story. What a wonderful story with inspiration and love sprinkled liberally throughout. I love the way Benjamin was asked to give the ultimate gift and he knew he was gonna say yes, he just had to think things through first, I mean he wouldn't be him if he jumped to doing things. Much better to think things through and what better way than go on a trip with a trusted friend. And Brenna definitely needs a bit of peace and quiet to have a think, she never has a moment to herself and going home for a family reunion gives her that chance. Loved the way the family just assumed she'd make the bread for the family party, it's what family does not realising how much work it takes. Love how Benjamin just jumped in to help. The tension is there from the start and after so many years of telling everyone she didn't have feelings for Beckett she now starts to have feelings for Benjamin. And of course they now allow themselves to see each other in 'that light'
Loved this romance, how they are genuine and caring people and having to juggle both sides of their massive families.
Loved this romance, how they are genuine and caring people and having to juggle both sides of their massive families.
October 26, 2021
I love the whole Montgomery world. Doesn't matter if they are in Denver or Fort Collins or wherever, they are a great family to fall in love with. This book is a perfect friends to lovers tale. Brenna and Benjamin are both struggling with some personal issues and decide a cross county trip together to sort their brains is just what the Dr. ordered. Little did they know that their true feelings for one another would peek up over the walls they had built up. Suddenly they were looking at each other differently.
When Brenna ends up with more than a one night stand, she and Benjamin have to decide what their hearts truly mean to each other. Along the way, both of their large families start to meddle. Great banter among everyone in this book.
I LOVED Benjamin. So much more than anyone had previously given him credit for. He was the perfect hero for me.
A couple more siblings to go for this family. It was nice to have the mentions of previous couples and the Montgomery, Ink crew as well.
Great book!
*I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
When Brenna ends up with more than a one night stand, she and Benjamin have to decide what their hearts truly mean to each other. Along the way, both of their large families start to meddle. Great banter among everyone in this book.
I LOVED Benjamin. So much more than anyone had previously given him credit for. He was the perfect hero for me.
A couple more siblings to go for this family. It was nice to have the mentions of previous couples and the Montgomery, Ink crew as well.
Great book!
*I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
October 27, 2021
Brenna and Benjamin has so much undeniable chemistry. Their relationship had so many levels, starting with friendship. The Montgomery clan is looking to take over the world and their family just keeps on growing.
“I knew when it came to the Montgomerys, once you fell, there was no getting back up. You were lost.”
About the book:
Brenna Garrett watched her best friend fall in love with another woman all the while keeping his darkest secrets from her. Now she’ll have to figure out who she is without him while not letting the rest of the Montgomerys see her break.
When her family forces her on a road trip, she finds herself bringing Benjamin Montgomery with her. The problem? He’s her best friend’s twin, so there’s no escaping that familiar face.
Benjamin didn’t want to leave his family in a lurch, but Brenna isn’t the only one who needs a break. Only a drunken mistake leads to a night of passion with unintended consequences.
When it turns out they can’t walk away, they’ll have to make a choice: remain just friends or start something new and possibly risk everything.
Including themselves.
“I knew when it came to the Montgomerys, once you fell, there was no getting back up. You were lost.”
About the book:
Brenna Garrett watched her best friend fall in love with another woman all the while keeping his darkest secrets from her. Now she’ll have to figure out who she is without him while not letting the rest of the Montgomerys see her break.
When her family forces her on a road trip, she finds herself bringing Benjamin Montgomery with her. The problem? He’s her best friend’s twin, so there’s no escaping that familiar face.
Benjamin didn’t want to leave his family in a lurch, but Brenna isn’t the only one who needs a break. Only a drunken mistake leads to a night of passion with unintended consequences.
When it turns out they can’t walk away, they’ll have to make a choice: remain just friends or start something new and possibly risk everything.
Including themselves.
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