Stepbrother's Enemy

by Jenna Rose

85 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 14, 2026

Reviews

[Kimmylongtime · Rating 4 out of 5]

In the family Way!!

This series is doing something to my brain and I love it. There’s just something about a taboo exchange between two strong-willed people. Sable is an alpha in every way. Ryker is just as alpha, and together they’re oil and vinegar.

Constantly clashing, constantly orbiting. Then fate shifts, enemies become siblings, and the rivalry takes on a whole new edge. The tension is unreal. Can they stay away from each other long enough to fight these urges?!

Who will give in first ?

Because let’s be honest ,neither of them is built to fold. Sable would rather combust than surrender, and Ryker’s pride is just as lethal. That’s what makes it so addictive.

[Kendra · Rating 5 out of 5]

HOT, HOT, HOT!!!!!!🔥 🥵 😋 😍 👌

I absolutely loved this book and the characters.
I really appreciate the Multi-POV. There are just a few things that I bothered me. First, the physical description of Ryker was lacking. All we're told is that he's well muscled and tall and that's it. My 2nd issue is the horrible s*x phrase "Oh my God, It's happening!" 😬🙄🤨. CRINGE. What is wrong with "I'm c*ming"? It just sounds so stupid and/or cheesy. The last issue has to do with the parents. What happened with them? What was their reaction to Ryker and Sable's news? The epilogue starts out 5 years later and there is no mention of the parents. It just struck me as strange. None of these things were enough for me to take away a star. I would recommend this book for anyone who enjoys enemy-to-lovers, mafia romance, and taboo erotica.

[Johanna · Rating 5 out of 5]

'We were never meant to want each other.
 But enemies make the most dangerous lovers.
And Ryker Vale never lets go once he’s claimed something.'

The characters drove the storyline and they were very compelling and complex and complicated and perfectly steamy together. Plot was intriguing and intense and exciting and well paced. World building was solidly drawn and impressive. Thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend!

Grab a copy, kick back and enjoy!.

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[Jessica OBryant · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm ashamed to say this is my first Jenna Rose novel, but after reading this gem of a book, I fully intend to change that. This was a phenomenal read, one I'd absolutely read all over again!

This is basically an enemies-to-stepsiblings story that centers around Ryker and Sable. It's a fast-paced story with undertones of danger, steamy romance, drama and action and is an amazingly written plot with great world-building. I was hooked from page one. Can't wait to read more from this author!!!

[Sinful Bookwyrm · Rating 4 out of 5]

This captivating story follows Ryker and Sable as they navigate their path to a happily ever after. Sable, a feisty, strong, and trained individual with an innocent heart, finds herself at the center of Ryker's intense protectiveness and possessiveness. The narrative is an intriguing read that keeps you engaged from beginning to end.

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[Mindy Lopez · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is Book 4 In the Family Way Series by this author, and can be read as a standalone. It is an off limits, enemies to lovers romance between Sable and her stepbrother Ryker. These likeable souls and the unique plot make for an enjoyable read. It is a love story with drama and steam, sexual tension and chemistry, family dynamic, and twists and turns, plus appealing secondary characters. Entertaining.

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[Narelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ryker and Sable meet before their parents drop a bombshell on them - they're now stepsiblings as their parents have married! But should that deter our couple? Of course not in this steamy, slightly OTT stepsiblings read with taboo, enemies to lovers, first time and Mine!.

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[Lucy Chesna · Rating 5 out of 5]

A story that centers around Ryker and Sable. From step siblings to taboo. Enemies to Lovers. A great story two strong will characters that succumb to their desires and becomes more than they bargain for. A great story!.

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[good_girls_read_romance · Rating 3 out of 5]

I love the banter between Ryker and Sable. While I wasn't always sure where their feelings for one another stood or even how their parents felt about their relationship or if they knew about it.

Also, loved when Sable was being sassy and bossy.

*I was provided an Arc copy from Booksprout in exchange for an honest review*

[The Dragon Den Book Blog · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great short series filled with forbidden step-sibling energy, heavy on the steamy and naughtiness, and comes with a slight breeding kink.
No matter how much it is wrong, they are just wanting each other.
That enemies-to-lovers tropes a time in the spot light in this gritty, face-punching, mafia read.

[laura.lovesreading · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you love mafia, high heat, forbidden, enemies to lovers taboo stories, Sable and Ryker’s story is perfect.

It’s captivating, spicy and thrilling and ends with a sweet happy ever after.

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[CJ · Rating 5 out of 5]

The author has given us an enemies-to-stepsiblings story that pulls us into the lives of Ryker and Sable. The fast-paced story keeps us turning the pages with secret desires, danger, realizations and steam.

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[The Book Ssirren · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was straight up hot. Enemies turned step siblings compliments if their parents. And Ryker wants Sable in the worst way. And being step siblings isn’t going to stop him. Enemies to lovers in this hot and spicy novella. It was so good 🥵🔥🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️

[Trixie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Our MCs had a strange courtship that was uniquely theirs. It made me wonder whether they would have a happy ever. They did when they set aside their stubbornness and admitted what they felt for the other.

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[LiLu · Rating 5 out of 5]

Opposites ~

This story had me laughing. So much anger, is just the preview to how explosive they will become together. It takes them a bit to figure that out, but when they do, it changes them for the better. Loved their epilogue!

[Francheska · Rating 4 out of 5]

They are supposed to be mortal enemies … they end up step siblings whose attraction trumps everything else . No matter what she is going to be his.

[María · Rating 3 out of 5]

Inesperada familia mafiosa , solo me creo la parte sexual pero no la romántica , casa quien sus gustos y sus fetiches .
Lo que adoro son los finales felices y este lo tiene

[Lezel Ames · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fast And Furious

I really enjoyed the pace of this story and the characters! Definitely a great reread in the near future. Two families brought together on both ends.