Barely Behaving: with My Brother's Best Friends

by Kit Nicole

One cruel comment from my ex shattered my confidence and left me questioning everything I thought I knew about myself. Coming back to Jasmine Hollow after college was supposed to be a fresh start, not a reminder of everything I lack.

I planned to keep my head down and slip back into normal life, but then three men stepped in—determined to prove my ex wrong in ways I never imagined.

Henry Riley is the rancher who’s been my brother’s best friend forever—and my secret crush just as long. Nick Snow, my other brother’s best friend, is a hockey player home for the off-season. And then there’s Ryker Williams, the team’s gorgeous goalie coach with a wicked smile and a way of looking at me that makes me forget every ounce of doubt.

One night with them explodes into a whirlwind of pleasure, trust, and rediscovering my confidence.

I came home to lick my wounds. I never expected to fall headfirst into forever with three men who refuse to let me forget my worth.

Barely Behaving is a spicy reverse harem novella (with a touch of MM) set in Jasmine Hollow. Short, swoony, and straight to the happily-ever-after—once you meet Miriam’s men, you’ll never want to play with anyone else.

81 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 25, 2025

About the author

Kit Nicole is the creative force behind a collection of deliciously steamy romance novels, specializing in over-the-top reverse harems where sticky sweet heroes worship their heroines with their whole heart and body.

A passionate lover of love stories, Kit dedicates herself to crafting the juiciest tales that captivate and indulge the senses.

Reviews

[Lisa Bing · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was another fun and hot read for the series and I love that, although it's a shorter read, we get plenty of backstory and character connections to make the fast pace feel good. Of course, who wouldn't love to have three hot men devoted to you and each other ;P Miriam knew that she crushed on Henry for years but she was surprised to feel that connection to Ryker and Nick, as well. However, after a humiliating experience with her boyfriend, now ex, she's unsure about anything. Thankfully, Henry, Ryker and Nick were more than happy to boost her confidence ;P This felt like a lighthearted (but spicy!) romance and I love that they got their HEA. Good fun!

[Lynn_G · Rating 4 out of 5]

It’s a RH instalove for Miriam when it comes to her men, except for Henry, who she’s known she’s been in love with since they were children. Nick and Ryker were surprise bonus BFs and all together their unit just clicks. The pacing and revelations were super fast, as were the declarations of love. However, the subject matter, content, and sw0rd cr0ssing were exactly what one could expect from this author.

I received an advance reader copy from the author and bookfunnel, and I’m sharing my honest review.

[Praline 99 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Small town romance. (harem reverse)
Miriam is a young woman returning to her hometown after an internship and a complicated breakup. As she returns to the city she meets Henry, her childhood boyfriend and her brother's best friend. When he sees her crying and depressed, he invites her to the bar with his friends. She then meets Nick and Ryker after a night of drinking and games, their repressed feelings and new ones plunge them into an evening full of firsts.
Will Miriam and her men live a beautiful story or once the sun rises will they separate...

[Cindy Palmer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nick, Henry, Ryker, and Miriam are a fantastic insta love and I fell instantly in love with them. I hate that Miriam has gone through the humiliation with her ex. He doesn't deserve her and Miriam heads home a day early. Luckily that's perfect timing as she runs into Henry and they end up with Nich and Ryker at a bar. The rest as they say is history and it's a perfect story!!

[Melissa Carter · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love Kit's short but spicy stories, they have an amazing way of pulling the reader in a such a short amount of time but without it feeling forced or pushed. I loved reading about Miriam, Henry, Ryker and Nick's romance.
Definitely recommend a read if your looking for a great instant attraction story.

[Christine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great

This was such a cute novella. From start to finish it was a fast paced, high heat story.

It’s about four people finally giving in to their hidden feelings leading them to forever and their own HEA!