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Bentley Legacy #3
Nolan
Nolan finally had a practice of his own, and soon his brother Burke would be leaving the hospital and joining him. Now, if the rest of the family would mind their own business, Nolan would be much happier…or not. He was sulking over his dilemma when his nurse told him he had a patient, a hurt kid who wasn’t doing much talking.
Rylee nearly collapsed with worry when she found out her nephew had been hurt. She wasn’t sure if she was cut out to be a parent. She loved her nephew, Shane, dearly and had taken on his care when her sister died, but how she’d missed the warning signs was beyond her. He was being bullied at school daily and she knew nothing about it until he’d been cut with a knife.
“I didn’t know.” Her entire body sagged at her confession. “He said he had it handled. And I thought he did. It’s my fault he’s beaten up like this. I should have…I’m not any good at this parenting thing.”
Nolan reached for her just as Shane moved on the bed. He wasn’t sure what the kid could do, banged up the way that he was, but as soon as Nolan touched her, he knew what she was to him. Her body, warm and strong, leaned into his even as he buried his nose into her neck. Christ, his body screamed at him, she was his. Licking her throat, tasting her, he could hear her moan, but when his head was jerked up by his hair, all he could do was stare at her.
Rylee nearly collapsed with worry when she found out her nephew had been hurt. She wasn’t sure if she was cut out to be a parent. She loved her nephew, Shane, dearly and had taken on his care when her sister died, but how she’d missed the warning signs was beyond her. He was being bullied at school daily and she knew nothing about it until he’d been cut with a knife.
“I didn’t know.” Her entire body sagged at her confession. “He said he had it handled. And I thought he did. It’s my fault he’s beaten up like this. I should have…I’m not any good at this parenting thing.”
Nolan reached for her just as Shane moved on the bed. He wasn’t sure what the kid could do, banged up the way that he was, but as soon as Nolan touched her, he knew what she was to him. Her body, warm and strong, leaned into his even as he buried his nose into her neck. Christ, his body screamed at him, she was his. Licking her throat, tasting her, he could hear her moan, but when his head was jerked up by his hair, all he could do was stare at her.
150 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 14, 2015
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About the author
Kathi S. Barton
446 books673 followersKathi 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/
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/
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October 25, 2021
If you've been following this series, then you'll remember when Angel's powers were transferred from Micah to Christ and right before the transfer, Nolan had held Joey back from touching her. The visions they shared showed Nolan as completely broke and homeless and Burke thought he was an absolute failure. Get ready to see how those visions play out … at least in part. A fourteen-year-old boy came into Nolan's new practice needing the doctor. He'd been stabbed by a bully. Turns out that his aunt is Nolan's mate and of course, all the drama, villains, and excitement comes with Ms. Barton's characters. You see, the aunt in question, Rylee, was a Captain in the Army until she was needed to come home and take care of her dying sister and now raise her nephew. As easygoing as Nolan normally is, he's got himself worked up over his family helping him with the Homeless Clinic he started. Rather than being grateful or appreciative of their offer to help or their pooled finances he's resentful. Add to that a normally very strong female who is made vulnerable by being completely out of her depth and her comfort zone. Let's not forget the introduction to Shane's, the nephew, paternal family. What an intriguing family that one turned out to be. Nor Barron, Rylee's vampire friend, and his contribution to the story. This book as most of Kathi S. Barton's stories within a series can be read as a standalone but truly are built upon any previous books within that series. They just get better as they go along.
May 31, 2018
Men!
This book is not only filled with good men but bad as well.
Rylee used to be in the Army but left to take care of Shane her nephew when his mother, her sister, died. Rylee has been harassed by the next door neighbor, Shane is being bullied by Walter who is being abused by his mean father. & Shelby, Shane's mother had been bullied & harassed by Shane's biological father. All of this stopped when Rylee & Shane became part of the Bentley family.
Nolan is stubborn but, cares deeply not only for his family but for other people too. He almost made himself a pauper when he wouldn't ask for help from his family in a project that he was working on; Rylee set him straight on that subject.
This book was very good; it had several good vs bad themes, several sex scenes, new friends & family members that also were there to help out when needed.
This book is not only filled with good men but bad as well.
Rylee used to be in the Army but left to take care of Shane her nephew when his mother, her sister, died. Rylee has been harassed by the next door neighbor, Shane is being bullied by Walter who is being abused by his mean father. & Shelby, Shane's mother had been bullied & harassed by Shane's biological father. All of this stopped when Rylee & Shane became part of the Bentley family.
Nolan is stubborn but, cares deeply not only for his family but for other people too. He almost made himself a pauper when he wouldn't ask for help from his family in a project that he was working on; Rylee set him straight on that subject.
This book was very good; it had several good vs bad themes, several sex scenes, new friends & family members that also were there to help out when needed.
December 31, 2018
Rylee and Nolan
I liked the book and it was great but the writters way of writting was confusing in most of the book. There were sentences that weren't completed and thoughts that weren't completed. Such as "he would..."it was a broken thought. It was a very good story line but the writter wrote as if ahe was an amateur.
I liked the book and it was great but the writters way of writting was confusing in most of the book. There were sentences that weren't completed and thoughts that weren't completed. Such as "he would..."it was a broken thought. It was a very good story line but the writter wrote as if ahe was an amateur.
December 15, 2015
One of the things I love most about Kathi's books is that even though they're mostly paranormal in nature, the characters are your normal everyday people, insomuch as they're just like us. They laugh, they hurt, they mourn, they cry, they have insecurities, and they love and yearn to be loved in return. We can identify with all of those traits and that makes us feel for her characters. They aren't unbelievably perfect, they struggle like we do.
Nolan and Rylee are two such people. Nolan, though he lost his parents at a young age, has always had the love and support of his aunt and brothers and later accomplished his dream of becoming a Doctor. He's also in the process of creating a shelter to help the homeless, yet he is in way over his head financially, and refused to ask his family for help. When they find out the extent of his situation, they do what families do, which is help. But to Nolan this means they're taking over and he's a disappointment, causing him to lash out and close himself off. See, real life thoughts and doubts.
As Nolan is working at his and Burke's new office, he meets Shane. Shane is a teenager that not only recently lost his Mom, Shelby, to cancer, but is also being bullied at school. He's now being raised by his Aunt Rylee and hasn't told her the full extent of the bullying situation. Rylee is called to the office and informed about everything. Nolan also discovers she's his mate. The attraction is mutual and instant, as it is for mates.
Rylee is struggling in all ways possible...emotionally, financially, mentally, and physically. She misses her sister, feels she is failing Shane, is sometimes working up to three jobs to provide for them, and it's all taken a toll on her health. Once the truth is out, Rylee and Shane are now under the family's protection, have a safe place to stay, adjusting to Nolan's role in their lives, and trying to stop the bullying.
They also need to deal with Shane's biological father, David. He has never been a part of Shane's life, treated Shane's Mom horribly, and is just an awful human being. All of a sudden he needs Shane though. It seems the truth of Shane's parentage has been revealed to Alta, Shane's great-grandmother, and David is being disowned.
So now Nolan and Rylee have another thing to deal with, but at least the bullying issue is resolved. I'm not going to share any details about that resolution, as reading it will make so much more of an impact. I will say, I absolutely love how Kathi handled it. It was brilliant, beautiful, and breathtakingly emotional in my opinion.
Do Nolan, Rylee, and Shane get their HEA as a family? Will David get what's coming to him? Will Nolan learn to accept help and understand his family is proud of him? Will Rylee accept that she's not a failure as a parent and is doing a great job with Shane? There's also two little stories within this story and I loved them. They don't detract the focus off of Nolan and Rylee at all. They enhance the book. Can't wait to read the next one. I highly recommend anything Kathi writes.
**I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.**
Nolan and Rylee are two such people. Nolan, though he lost his parents at a young age, has always had the love and support of his aunt and brothers and later accomplished his dream of becoming a Doctor. He's also in the process of creating a shelter to help the homeless, yet he is in way over his head financially, and refused to ask his family for help. When they find out the extent of his situation, they do what families do, which is help. But to Nolan this means they're taking over and he's a disappointment, causing him to lash out and close himself off. See, real life thoughts and doubts.
As Nolan is working at his and Burke's new office, he meets Shane. Shane is a teenager that not only recently lost his Mom, Shelby, to cancer, but is also being bullied at school. He's now being raised by his Aunt Rylee and hasn't told her the full extent of the bullying situation. Rylee is called to the office and informed about everything. Nolan also discovers she's his mate. The attraction is mutual and instant, as it is for mates.
Rylee is struggling in all ways possible...emotionally, financially, mentally, and physically. She misses her sister, feels she is failing Shane, is sometimes working up to three jobs to provide for them, and it's all taken a toll on her health. Once the truth is out, Rylee and Shane are now under the family's protection, have a safe place to stay, adjusting to Nolan's role in their lives, and trying to stop the bullying.
They also need to deal with Shane's biological father, David. He has never been a part of Shane's life, treated Shane's Mom horribly, and is just an awful human being. All of a sudden he needs Shane though. It seems the truth of Shane's parentage has been revealed to Alta, Shane's great-grandmother, and David is being disowned.
So now Nolan and Rylee have another thing to deal with, but at least the bullying issue is resolved. I'm not going to share any details about that resolution, as reading it will make so much more of an impact. I will say, I absolutely love how Kathi handled it. It was brilliant, beautiful, and breathtakingly emotional in my opinion.
Do Nolan, Rylee, and Shane get their HEA as a family? Will David get what's coming to him? Will Nolan learn to accept help and understand his family is proud of him? Will Rylee accept that she's not a failure as a parent and is doing a great job with Shane? There's also two little stories within this story and I loved them. They don't detract the focus off of Nolan and Rylee at all. They enhance the book. Can't wait to read the next one. I highly recommend anything Kathi writes.
**I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.**
May 16, 2016
Nolan Bentley is a great doctor, he has his own practice and is working on competing his dream of a place for the underprivileged to get the help they need. He is also lost, depressed and seriously in need of an intervention. Rylee is struggling to raise her nephew after her sister dies, army life was so much easier and something she was good at. Meeting Nolan adds another complication to Rylee's already complicated life but to Nolan meeting Rylee is just what he needs. I really enjoyed these two characters, Nolan needs a good kick in the butt for the way he is acting and Rylee has no problem giving it to him. Rylee on the other hand doesn't act like she was a Army officer who had grown men shaking in their boots until Shane is threatened and the real Rylee takes over. My god , that was one of the most funny things I have read. I think it surprised me as much as the character it happened too. Again a great storyline with an underlying message, great characters, funny happenings and a house with great magic. I really want one of these houses, they are so cool. I enjoyed reading about Nolan and Rylee and will be glad to see how things have progressed when the next book in this series comes out.
June 13, 2018
One thing I really love about all of Kathi's books is the capacity of love the characters have for each other. This book was no different.
Rylee has no idea what to do with kids. All she knows is the Army life, but that doesn't prevent her from coming in and taking care of her nephew when her sister dies. Now her and Shane are learning how to live with each other as well as keep their head's up when they financially struggle to live day to day.
Nolan's family will take care of anyone they believe are theirs. When Nolan discovers Rylee is his mate after treating her nephew, they take both of these lost souls under their care and provide them with a safe place and the love they both seem to need. Nolan also has to come to terms with his family coming into his project to help and not takeover as he seems to believe they will.
Unlike other Kathi books, this one didn't have one definite bad guy throughout the story, but a few which made it all the more fun to see how this new family dealt with the problems.
**I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book**
Rylee has no idea what to do with kids. All she knows is the Army life, but that doesn't prevent her from coming in and taking care of her nephew when her sister dies. Now her and Shane are learning how to live with each other as well as keep their head's up when they financially struggle to live day to day.
Nolan's family will take care of anyone they believe are theirs. When Nolan discovers Rylee is his mate after treating her nephew, they take both of these lost souls under their care and provide them with a safe place and the love they both seem to need. Nolan also has to come to terms with his family coming into his project to help and not takeover as he seems to believe they will.
Unlike other Kathi books, this one didn't have one definite bad guy throughout the story, but a few which made it all the more fun to see how this new family dealt with the problems.
**I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book**
December 19, 2015
Bentley brother Nolan finds love in this addition to the Bentley Legacy Series. Nolan is an amazing doctor in his own right and when his family decides to help him financially....he's not happy at all.
Rylee is forced to leave her military career to care for her ill sister and help take watch over her nephew Shane. When her sister dies of cancer, she finds herself guardian to a teenage boy. When Shane is hurt in a fight with an older boy at school, the feisty human female comes face to face with the hot sexy panther shifter Nolan Bentley.
Nolan has a new mate in the beautiful Rylee.....but he'd better watch his step, for this lovely ex-Army Sergeant doesn't know what being someone's mate is, but she can take care of herself. Yet from the get go, the two young lovers can't keep from touching each other for five minutes.
I really love Kathi's books.....her focus on family and their relationships are a main part of all her stories. This exciting and sexy tale will make you hungry for more from this amazing author.
Rylee is forced to leave her military career to care for her ill sister and help take watch over her nephew Shane. When her sister dies of cancer, she finds herself guardian to a teenage boy. When Shane is hurt in a fight with an older boy at school, the feisty human female comes face to face with the hot sexy panther shifter Nolan Bentley.
Nolan has a new mate in the beautiful Rylee.....but he'd better watch his step, for this lovely ex-Army Sergeant doesn't know what being someone's mate is, but she can take care of herself. Yet from the get go, the two young lovers can't keep from touching each other for five minutes.
I really love Kathi's books.....her focus on family and their relationships are a main part of all her stories. This exciting and sexy tale will make you hungry for more from this amazing author.
February 24, 2017
Well what can I say...... Another story well written by kathi!
I loved how the story follows on from the last book. It opened the story of the whole family up and it went into more detail of the struggle that Gracie went through when she lost her mate and how she is overcoming some of her heartbreak by t
I love of her family that is still expanding.
Nolan and Rylee are perfect for each other with their stubbornness and loving the ones that mean the most to them with all of their hearts.
I instantly fell in love with the boys with them working out their differences to the point that they see each other as a brother.
I cannot wait for the next book to come out so I can see how the family is doing and expanding. Also to see what adventures/trouble they can get into next.
I loved how the story follows on from the last book. It opened the story of the whole family up and it went into more detail of the struggle that Gracie went through when she lost her mate and how she is overcoming some of her heartbreak by t
I love of her family that is still expanding.
Nolan and Rylee are perfect for each other with their stubbornness and loving the ones that mean the most to them with all of their hearts.
I instantly fell in love with the boys with them working out their differences to the point that they see each other as a brother.
I cannot wait for the next book to come out so I can see how the family is doing and expanding. Also to see what adventures/trouble they can get into next.
December 21, 2015
Nolan Bentley is a struggling Doctor and a panther and doesn't want to admit to his brothers that he is in over his head with trying to build a homeless shelter - he doesn't want his brothers to come in and just take over.
Rylee is in the Army and leaves to take care of her sister who is dying from Cancer and her nephew. She feels that she is letting her nephew down after her sister dies in every way - emotionally - financially - physically - in everything possible. Then when Shane gets hurt and she meets Nolan she doesn't know what is happening to her as her feelings are all crazy for him.
Definitely a must read to find out how they come together and take care of everything.
Rylee is in the Army and leaves to take care of her sister who is dying from Cancer and her nephew. She feels that she is letting her nephew down after her sister dies in every way - emotionally - financially - physically - in everything possible. Then when Shane gets hurt and she meets Nolan she doesn't know what is happening to her as her feelings are all crazy for him.
Definitely a must read to find out how they come together and take care of everything.
September 8, 2016
3.5 stars
December 10, 2015
This was a fantastic read that I finished reading in one sitting. I love these characters and you cannot help but fall in love with them. The story is amazing and once you start reading you will not be able to put it down. This story moved along at an amazing pace keeping you the reader interested and entertained from beginning to end. This has to be on your to be read list, there is no doubt about it. I cant wait to read more.
December 14, 2015
Spectacular
I absolutely loved reading Nolan and Rylee's book. I love that the author makes her female characters so independent and fierce, and the Men just as stubborn and possessive. The drama and intrigue in this story wasn't as pronounced as in some of her previous stories, but still enough to keep the reader interested. The sub story of Shane and Walter also added a lot to the plot. I am looking forward to reading more by this author.
I absolutely loved reading Nolan and Rylee's book. I love that the author makes her female characters so independent and fierce, and the Men just as stubborn and possessive. The drama and intrigue in this story wasn't as pronounced as in some of her previous stories, but still enough to keep the reader interested. The sub story of Shane and Walter also added a lot to the plot. I am looking forward to reading more by this author.
December 7, 2015
I loved this one from front to back once I started I couldn't stop i love kathi's books she always seem to hit it out of the park and have a winner :) amazing
December 15, 2015
Another great read from Kathi. I loved everything about this book & the sex scene's Smokin' Hot!!! Can't wait for Burke's story.
December 18, 2015
Great read
Another great book from Kathi Barton. The characters are exciting and the story keeps you on your toes. I love this series and can't wait for the next book.
Another great book from Kathi Barton. The characters are exciting and the story keeps you on your toes. I love this series and can't wait for the next book.
March 26, 2019
What a wonderful story!
Kathi S Barton writes the most fascinating, intriguing and riveting storylines ever! I love going on the journey with the characters to true love!
Kathi S Barton writes the most fascinating, intriguing and riveting storylines ever! I love going on the journey with the characters to true love!
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