Eric

The Kingsbrier Quintuplets #1

by Jody Kaye

At eighteen the future is uncertain, but Ginny Adair knows one thing. She loves Eric Cavanaugh the way her mother loved her father before his death. She’d remain true to Eric for the rest of her life to regain the stability her parent’s marriage gave her as a child. And Eric’s notoriety as one of the infamous Kingsbrier Quintuplets—or even the fact that his granddaddy left each of the quints more money than God? That means nothing because she knows the real Eric. Yet, Ginny’s not so sure how they’ll manage to stay together when she leaves for college in the fall, and if Eric will still want her four years from now.

Level-headed Eric Cavanaugh has a plan and he intends to stick to it. About to graduate high school, Eric’s marked a clear path toward his future. After working alongside construction crews throughout high school, Eric is the sole quint choosing to stay behind to learn the ropes o the family business. Patience paid off when he went after Ginny to make her his girlfriend. Someday down the line, Eric’s going to make the gorgeous blonde with a heart of gold his wife.

When Ginny's forced to admit to the lengths she’s gone to keep Eric will her deceit become the roadblock that tears them apart or the stepping stone to a different life neither had imagined?

Genres: Romance, Contemporary, Contemporary Romance, New Adult

181 pages, ebook

First published May 2, 2016

About the author

Jody Kaye writes interconnected steamy contemporary romance, including the unbridled Kingsbrier Quintuplets and the emotionally charged, multi-generational southern Shattered Hearts of Carolina series.

“Jody is a masterful storyteller, with beautifully developed characters, incredible landscapes and every now then and plot twists that will leave you reeling.” —Goodreads review

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[Chalice · Rating 3 out of 5]

The couple: Eric and Ginny

Romance genre:
Part of a series: Yes (The Kingsbrier Quintuplets)
Length: 219 pages

Plot: Eric, along with his four brothers and sisters, is about to graduate from high school. But that morning, they wake up to his mom having found out that his girlfriend is pregnant, something Ginny (the gf) had not yet told him. He's angry, and blames her, and when someone says something to Eric about it, she confesses that she stopped taking her pills on purpose (don't worry - Ginny's not the villain in this story). It takes a while, but they finally come to understand their new reality. Eric was always going to stay on his family's property working at his family's business (which seems to include something to do with the ranch and construction and vineyards). Ginny, however, was the valedictorian and was headed off to college, but not anymore. The two of them learn how difficult navigating young parenthood is, but they love each other and have the ability to forgive just about anything.

Character development: I was upset at how much hate Ginny was getting at first. Yes, she stopped taking her birth control for a short time (which of course is all it takes), but she was scared and didn't have the loving supportive family that Eric did. It was wrong and she took responsibility, over and over. It took a long time for Eric to get over himself and forgive her, which is fairly realistic, I guess. I did find it strange that Eric didn't say anything to his brother when Colton intimidated and harassed Ginny in the bathroom early on in the story. I know that's his twin, but that's double the reason something like that shouldn't happen. These really were fairly normal kids, with most of the drama from regular teenage growing pains, aside from the crazed stepdad.

Grammar/formatting: I hated how there were so many POVs in this story. It was Eric and Ginny's story, but we heard from them, as well as the other four brothers and sisters and a friend, as well as Ginny's stepdad at one point. It wasn't confusing after I noticed it was happening - it was disruptive. I'm guessing that the other books are the same. It's not a format that I particularly like.

Next book in the series: Brier

[Storied Conversation · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.Okay I admit I had a hard time with the heroine being named Ginny since that is my sister's name. Let's face it's hard to imagine a sibling in any sort of romance book role and every time I read her name my sister is all I could think about. That being said this is still a really sweet read.

Eric and Ginny have a plan which includes Eric working in the family construction business and taking college classes online. While Ginny will attend college. Well that's the plan until a little surprise throws a monkey wrench in those plans. This the classic young couple thrown for a loop when life takes a sudden turn. They are left to navigate the new bumps in the road but they are both more than capable.

It was well written and was a great way to start the series. Jody Kaye did a wonderful job writing this particular book.

I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.This review was originally posted on Wickedly Romance

[Kari Hansen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Eric may come from a wealthy family, but they are determined that the children will forge their own path before they inherit. Eric is the one Kingsbrier Quintuplet that is prepared to stay at home and work for the family business while Ginny, the girl that he loves, heads off to college.

Ginny loves Eric with all her heart and is worried about being away from him and maintaining a long distance relationship. When she makes a decision with far reaching consequences will it bring them together or tear them apart?

I really enjoyed watching Eric and Ginny’s relationship unfold and will be reading the rest of the series to see what happens with his siblings.

[Kim Owens · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh, how I love this series! I first “met” Jody Kaye when I read Cavanaugh, the story of Ross Cavanaugh and Rose Kinsbrier. I fell in love with everything about the story!
Eric is the story of one of the Kingsbrier quintuplets - Rose and Ross’ children. The quints are now eighteen and cut off from the family fortune until they are twenty-five. They must make their way in the world, before they can receive their inheritance.
Eric and his girlfriend, Ginny have a plan - a four year plan. Eric will be working in the family construction business, learning the ropes, while taking online college courses. Ginny will attend university. Great plan, until life happens, and a bomb is dropped, creating a huge detour to their plan.
Jody is a masterful storyteller, with beautifully developed characters, incredible landscapes and every now and then she throws in a plot twist that will leave you reeling. I loved the personal growth of both Ginny and Eric as they adjusted to their new reality, handling the curveballs life threw them.
This is a brilliant sweet romance that you absolutely must read!

[Sarah · Rating 5 out of 5]

Eric and his siblings (a set of quintuplets living on a Texas ranch) have just graduated high school - and are all on different paths. What one planned in the naive land of high school is not always the the future that will happen. Eric and his girlfriend, Ginny, have their lives ahead of them. Through his eyes and others, we are drawn quickly and deeply into the quints' lives. As the high school sweethearts deal with an unexpected pregnancy, we see the couple grow up suddenly before our eyes.

The author, Ms. Kaye, is able to create a world that is easy to imagine yourself in. Whether it's Momma Rose providing a caring shoulder or a strict parental command, or a sister who is constantly pushing her boundaries, the reader feels as though he/she is part of the family. I cannot wait to read more about the Kingsbrier quints!

*I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

[Gretchen · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Kingsbriers are a set of quintuplets who the reader meets as they are about to graduate. They come from a good family, and from money, but their inheritance will be kept in trust for a few years so they can learn to get out into the world and support themselves. While we meet all of them, and start to get to know them, this first novel in the series focuses on Eric and his girlfriend Ginny. They have their whole lives planned out for them...until those plans get thrown off track by a surprise pregnancy and the couple needs to work through a tough time in their relationship and figure out new plans for their lives. My favorite thing about Jody's novels has to be the characters...you really feel like you get to know them and want to know more of their lives, and you want the best for them. I loved reading about Eric and Ginny's story, and I can't wait to hear more about the other quints!

[Charlotte Isaac · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a great start to a series. I really enjoyed this book. It had so many twists and turns. And we got to know each of the Quintuplets.

I loved Eric and Ginny together, you could tell they had an forever love. Even with secrets from beginning.

They may of been young, but they made it work.

Jody Kaye did amazing job on this book.

[Messy Bun Book Blog · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is my first Jody Kaye book, and I loved it! Eric and Ginny's story was pretty amazing. The characters were relatable and the storyline flowed pretty well. I cannot wait to read about the rest of the Quints!

[Ga Books LoverX · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was more than just the first in the series, it sets the entire series up and gives us more than just Eric's story. To truly understand the family and Eric, you have to know the rest of the Quintuplets and it was a great start to the book. I am not usually a huge fan of 3rd person point of view, but it was a sweet romance that sets the stage for an unforgettable series!

[Jamie Leigh · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great read

I loved this family's relationship with each other. They are strong and secure in each other. This was well written!

[Bena Roberts · Rating 4 out of 5]

It took me a little while to get into the book Eric as it was very dialogue rich. I had to take a few notes on who everyone was. The four quintuplets and another sister plus their partners. But after Chapter 5, I got the story and it was easier to follow.

This is a story about growing up. Without giving away too much it tackles the issues of pregnancy before marriage and going to University.

I enjoyed the sections on Brier and related to her the most throughout the book. Her comments about cutting out her heart also made me warm to her the most ("No heart, no heartbreak.") Ginny the other female had a lot of emotional ups and downs which were quite endearing. But, I preferred the stronger Brier and her madness of a relationship with Drew.
Reading Eric, definitely makes me want to read Brier!

[Barbara Hynes · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed Eric and Ginny's story. It brought so many emotions out of me. Happy, sad, scared, love, and romantic. It was reality. It was a page turner, wanting to find out what happened next. I loved how Eric's two sisters and two brothers were there for each other. To be quintuplet teenagers and have the love of family but responsibilities. I loved how Eric stepped up to his responsibilities as did Ginny. Wow! I am looking forward to reading about this family more. A 5 star book for sure. Thank you Jody, for an emotional roller coaster ride in this book that ended up with the best happy ending.

[Jeanne · Rating 5 out of 5]

This story is told from basically nearly all of the characters’ points of view, which I love because you get the thought processes. Ginny panicked about leaving her boyfriend behind when she was to go to college and went off birth control without telling him, changing all of their plans when she got pregnant before graduating high school. This is about growing up and moving on for all of the family as they go forward to college, work, and (for Eric and Ginny) parenthood.

[Kerstie Hazelbaker · Rating 5 out of 5]

I just loved the characters in this book from the very first chapter. This is not the type of book I usually read but I really enjoyed it, it was quick and easy to read and well written. I think everyone can relate to one of the quints and I can't wait to read more about them!

[Sara · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Kingsbrier Quints are going to be amazing! The first book in this series absolutely hooked me and now I can't wait for the rest! The author sets the stage for strong roots, country living and all of the fun that 5 kids going their own ways can offer.

[Sommer Pratte · Rating 3 out of 5]

The story was cute, but a little cliche. It moved well enough but could have used a professional editor. I'm on the fence about reading the next one, but recommend this for youth late teens/college age.

[Sierra_611 · Rating 1 out of 5]

DNF @15% The different POV’s was hard to follow and it felt everywhere.

[Amy S · Rating 3 out of 5]

Family drama told from multiple POVs.
I really enjoyed the author's style but the number of typos drove me nuts.
The title and intro led me to believe it was more of a teen romance but it really takes a while to get around to focusing on the romance after introducing a whole bunch of characters. Every new character fascinated me, the author has a flair for creating unique perspectives.
I was in the right mood for an angsty, dramatic, soap opera of hormonal teens which made this one fun instead of ridiculous.
Setting was good. Dialogue was okay. The plot jumps forward a little erratically moving the timeline along in skips and darts.
The ending left a lot to be satisfied and completed although it did aim for happy and hit somewhere in the ballpark.
Violence. Sex. Swearing. A lot of trigger topics including a kidnapping and violent encounter involving a small child. Underage all the things. Some discussion of abortion, adoption, teen pregnancy concerns.

[M · Rating 5 out of 5]

What an interesting read. The title of this book is Eric, but it is so much more than Eric and Ginny's story. Eric is one in a family of five, but the fact that those five are quintuplets makes the novel all the more interesting. The author does a good job of the individual personalities. Sure there are a lot of characters, but they are well written.

I especially like Coulton. He is a bit of a bad boy initially, but certainly has a story to tell, and I suspect, a heart of gold deep down.

The other person of interest going forward, is Cris, one of the farm workers. I see the story of Daveigh has been written so I will have to read that next to see what happens between them.
Eric is a fast-paced read with lots going on, but that's the way family life is, especially with five young adults all the same age.

[Kimberlee Marie · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed the premise of the story but given that the story was about Eric and Ginny it was distracting having basically every chapter be someone else’s pov.
It took away from it being about them because the chapters it wasn’t in their pov added to other peoples story. It made it seem like the title of the story should have been different. Why name it after the male lead and then have the story be about everyone and the starts of all their stories. It just doesn’t make sense to me.
200+ pages and a lot of that wasn’t even about Eric and Ginny.

[Mary Stockwell · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good

Interesting family saga. What a unique idea to write about quintuplets. They are all so different yet so close and protective of each other. Eric is the main character of this story. He turns into quite a great man at such a young age. Jenny, his girlfriend/fiancé/wife is a character you just want to hug and comfort. The author did a good job of giving a little bit of insight into each character while still focusing on Eric and Jenny.

[Teon · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nice book

I would say definitely a young adult book. Story about quintuplets who graduate high school and start to spread their wings. This one was Eric's story but all the siblings are present w/ some stories started more than others. Appears to be a great start on a family series.

[RICHARD LEWIS · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Cavanaughs

This was the story of quintuplets children. Growing up, finding their way in the world, their struggles, falling in love, finding their forever mate. It was well written and realistic. Moving and touching at times and well worth the read. I would definitely recommend it!

[Bookreader73 · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book but since it was my first one by Ms. Kaye I had to get use to her writing. I liked that the book because it was real to life. There were no pampered free ride kids. I just did not understand the pregnancy part. Was it intentional? That part escaped me but maybe I just didn't understand. Still all in all a good book.

[Patti · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great start to the Kingsbrier Quintuplets. Eric had to let go of the hurt from what his girlfriend did. And Ginny had to except that she did something wrong and figure out how to move forward. They store was really good and I can’t wait to read the next book in the series.

[Elisha Campbell · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have read this book twice now and both times it was excellent. The book is steamy without being trashy. It has romance without being cheesy. Jody Kaye hit just the right balance of what I feel a book should be. The story is easy to follow and easy to lose yourself in.

[Sue Woodard Hebble · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such an interesting way to start a series. I can't wait to see where the other characters end up.

[Emm · Rating 3 out of 5]

Eric

A young adult romance that was an okay read. The book had some good elements to it. Just hard to get into it.

[Paula Genereau · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book. Ginny and Eric's story was amazing. You will love the Cavanaughs. I know I did.