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The Beckett Brothers #1
Brayden
Having lost five years to prison after wrongly convicted of murder, Brayden Beckett is starting over. Leaving Texas to return to Montana is step one, opening a rescue sanctuary for horses in honor of his late wife is step two, and doing whatever he can to protect his heart from the pain of falling in love again is step three. Melissa Conroy has been in love with her best friend’s husband since the first moment she met him…so when he calls her out of the blue to offer her a job, she leaps at the chance. She knows how much he loved his wife but even if it only means being close to him, she is willing to risk the heartache of rejection until she becomes the other woman. Terrified of losing someone he loves again and being left alone, Brayden pushes Melissa away even as he can’t help but seek her out, until he pushes her away one too many times and she says enough. Now he’s at risk of losing her forever and his greatest fear has come true. Is it possible to have two great loves in one lifetime—and love both at the same time?
262 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 8, 2017
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About the author
Susan Fisher-Davis
86 books78 followersSusan was born and raised in a small town in the western part of Maryland surrounded by the Appalachian mountains. She moved to Tennessee in 1996 with her husband and two children. She's been writing for as long as she can remember and is currently writing three different series. The Men of Clifton Montana which will be seven stories and The Bad Boys of Dry River will be six stories. The Callahans will be about four cousins. Although it is best to read the stories in order, all can be read as standalone. She is also writing four standalone books. Excerpts from her books can be read on her webpage: susanfisherdavisauthor.weebly.com and you can also sign up for her newsletter there. Susan tries to thank each person for their review.
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February 9, 2018
I felt the trope of dead spouse was overdone here as most authors love to do. And it just ruined the story for me. Because it dominated the entire book, not just the hero. The romance felt lacking, Melissa was just brazen and came across desperate. Yes, she was feisty (when she sluggged him in the stomach) but I just hate how much she chased Brayden to the point it got sad. Have a little pride and self-control. Brayden definitely wasn't ready to move on and so Melissa forwardness was just a bit much too much. The man probably thought it's a huge betrayal just to look at another woman. Not to add, his dead wife, Maisy, was Melissa's bestie. Yep, she'd been carrying a torch for her best friend's man.
Brayden mantra's that he can never love her got old and it lasted nearly to end of the book. Jesus Christ! His denial was pointless, especially given how little effort it took for Melissa to get him back into her bed. So many times I got pissed off at how Brayden was such a callous jerk to her. Behaving like a cold-hearted asshole. Blowing hot and cold. The way he would deny his feelings, pushing Melissa away but still sleeping with her. All the while telling her he will never love her. It's just sex. No one can replace his wife. blah, blah, blah. So infuriating. We get it.
In the end, Melissa had enough and finally left. About time I say. But unfortunately, it wasn't until months later that Brayden even attempts to go after her. At least without other peeps, friend, his ex-father in law, urging him to so. Sucks that other folks have to motivate him to fight for the heroine. He ambushed her at her new work, deliver a pretty little speech, and she jumped into his arms. All is forgiven, so not much grovel or work on his part. Guy got off easy if you ask me. He was such a stubborn, insufferable ass majority of the book. But Melissa accepts that treatment so I didn't feel too sorry for her.
Story ends with her planning to name her first child after his dead wife. Wonderful, congrats.
Brayden mantra's that he can never love her got old and it lasted nearly to end of the book. Jesus Christ! His denial was pointless, especially given how little effort it took for Melissa to get him back into her bed. So many times I got pissed off at how Brayden was such a callous jerk to her. Behaving like a cold-hearted asshole. Blowing hot and cold. The way he would deny his feelings, pushing Melissa away but still sleeping with her. All the while telling her he will never love her. It's just sex. No one can replace his wife. blah, blah, blah. So infuriating. We get it.
In the end, Melissa had enough and finally left. About time I say. But unfortunately, it wasn't until months later that Brayden even attempts to go after her. At least without other peeps, friend, his ex-father in law, urging him to so. Sucks that other folks have to motivate him to fight for the heroine. He ambushed her at her new work, deliver a pretty little speech, and she jumped into his arms. All is forgiven, so not much grovel or work on his part. Guy got off easy if you ask me. He was such a stubborn, insufferable ass majority of the book. But Melissa accepts that treatment so I didn't feel too sorry for her.
Story ends with her planning to name her first child after his dead wife. Wonderful, congrats.
September 14, 2017
What a great start to what looks to be wonderful series.
I really liked both Brayden and Melissa. Both of them had a shared pain that in some ways brought them together but it was also what was keeping them apart.
I felt so bad for Brayden. I felt for like for the past 5 year his life was just stuck. I loved reading about him working towards getting his life back together and moving on not from just one traumatic event but two. I loved that he still wanted to pursue the dream he and his wife had and seems to really know what he is doing and flourishing.
I liked the character of Melissa. In someways her boldness was a little much for me but I think that was because I was secretly envious of her. She was very good with the animals and cared deeply for them. She was a perfect fit working with Brayden.
Watching these two circle each other was both heartbreaking but yet beautiful at the same time. I thoroughly loved reading this book. I can't wait for more in this series.
I really liked both Brayden and Melissa. Both of them had a shared pain that in some ways brought them together but it was also what was keeping them apart.
I felt so bad for Brayden. I felt for like for the past 5 year his life was just stuck. I loved reading about him working towards getting his life back together and moving on not from just one traumatic event but two. I loved that he still wanted to pursue the dream he and his wife had and seems to really know what he is doing and flourishing.
I liked the character of Melissa. In someways her boldness was a little much for me but I think that was because I was secretly envious of her. She was very good with the animals and cared deeply for them. She was a perfect fit working with Brayden.
Watching these two circle each other was both heartbreaking but yet beautiful at the same time. I thoroughly loved reading this book. I can't wait for more in this series.
November 12, 2017
A new Susan Fisher-Davis series with hot men, all brothers this time? Oh yes, please! The first Beckett Brothers novel promises an outstanding series about a truly intriguing family. Brayden is a broken man, desperate to forget the last five years of his life. Melissa wants the job he offers her but covets so much more from him. She's independent, fiery, confident, and doesn't shy away from confrontations. My kinda girl, and she is definitely among my favourite characters in any series by Ms. Fisher-Davis.I can't wait for the next brother's story!
September 13, 2017
I love when a story takes me by the hand and pulls my heart into the story. These characters made me fall in love with them. This was a great start to a new series of hot cowboys! I can't wait to meet the next one!! ❤️
November 3, 2017
Omg, this was such a beautiful love story!!! Brayden and Melissa both had to find a way to move on from Maisy's death, Braydens murdered wife and Melissa's best friend. They both were in love with each other but they didn't how to embrace it and not tarnish Maisy's memory, even though everyone around them was rooting for them. Susan has written another great love story and I highly recommend you one-click this book to find out.
September 18, 2017
As always, Susan never let's me down when it comes to her cowboys. Brayden is one stubborn, quiet, hot and all around good man. He just needs a little tender loving care and Melissa is the one to reel him out of his funk and bring him back to life.
Great story Susan! I loved it.
Great story Susan! I loved it.
January 30, 2022
it’s hard to face the truth
Brayden and Melissa story a tear jerking .After begins in death row for five years,
Being accused of murder of his wife. He was set free and the real killer was caught .But Brayden need to pickup piece of his life . Melissa was Brayden wife best friend .Brayden want build a place rescue animals but he need veterinarian , happens to be Melissa. She is great doctor
But she was in love with .Brayden can not let go of his dead wife .love this story 📕💯👍🏽❤️
Brayden and Melissa story a tear jerking .After begins in death row for five years,
Being accused of murder of his wife. He was set free and the real killer was caught .But Brayden need to pickup piece of his life . Melissa was Brayden wife best friend .Brayden want build a place rescue animals but he need veterinarian , happens to be Melissa. She is great doctor
But she was in love with .Brayden can not let go of his dead wife .love this story 📕💯👍🏽❤️
January 25, 2019
Oh!!!! My what a fantastic Read!!!!!
Oh my goodness I love Susan Fisher books but I have to say this one stole my heart ❤. Brayden this man literally had me in tears. Then add Melissa and your heart will shatter. Page after page pulls at your soul. A very well written book that has you loving all the characters hoping they all find some peace and happiness that only Susan can give them. I so am looking forward to reading more in this awesome series
Oh my goodness I love Susan Fisher books but I have to say this one stole my heart ❤. Brayden this man literally had me in tears. Then add Melissa and your heart will shatter. Page after page pulls at your soul. A very well written book that has you loving all the characters hoping they all find some peace and happiness that only Susan can give them. I so am looking forward to reading more in this awesome series
January 29, 2018
I loved this book. I wish I had the courage that Melissa did with a man she wanted. She went after what she wanted. I know that some reviews say that she was too brazen, but to me, she knew what she wanted and went after it. I suppose some women would call that brazen but to me, that's just determination. Great book.
June 27, 2025
Hardheaded
This one had more depth to it. To have a man in prison for something he didn't do takes a lot of thought. This was good writing skills. Then to have her sister be the one who actually commit the crime sounds to much like a real murder. You can find love in some unexpected places and unexpected people.
This one had more depth to it. To have a man in prison for something he didn't do takes a lot of thought. This was good writing skills. Then to have her sister be the one who actually commit the crime sounds to much like a real murder. You can find love in some unexpected places and unexpected people.
February 1, 2021
Barbie and Ken go to Montana
"The on again, off again thing was wearing thin." Says it all! The characters were so shallow . Every man that got noticed was drop dead gorgeous and the women were beautiful.
"The on again, off again thing was wearing thin." Says it all! The characters were so shallow . Every man that got noticed was drop dead gorgeous and the women were beautiful.
September 9, 2021
A great read
I love this story about how Melissa and Braydon came together after the death of his wife and her best friend. The characters are great it's easy to read and you just can't help but turn the page.
I love this story about how Melissa and Braydon came together after the death of his wife and her best friend. The characters are great it's easy to read and you just can't help but turn the page.
September 14, 2021
Redemption
Grayson is fresh out a prison and trying to start over on his life. The vet he hired to help him turns into more. His struggles to move on and get redemption is heartbreaking.
Grayson is fresh out a prison and trying to start over on his life. The vet he hired to help him turns into more. His struggles to move on and get redemption is heartbreaking.
September 11, 2018
Great story!!
Can’t wait to read the next book!! Such believable characters!! This author is so creative in the story lines!! Love it!!
Can’t wait to read the next book!! Such believable characters!! This author is so creative in the story lines!! Love it!!
November 27, 2018
My heart just broke for this man. Brayden needed some happiness in his life after all he went through but when Melissa shows up and lets him know she wants him, he just can't get past grieving for his deceased wife. It has a HEA and it was a wonderful story.
July 25, 2019
Great story
A little bit of a year jerker, but we'll worth reading. This author pulls no stops in showing emotions in every word she writes.
A little bit of a year jerker, but we'll worth reading. This author pulls no stops in showing emotions in every word she writes.
January 21, 2020
I loved Brayden and Melissa. It was so interesting to watch them work thru their shared pasts. I love that it was James who put them together. Can't wait to read more of the series.
September 27, 2020
He’s an ass to her and she keeps going back.
February 21, 2022
3.25 rounded down to 3 stars
June 22, 2022
5 stars
What a convoluted way to come together! But a great love story that will put a smile on your face!
What a convoluted way to come together! But a great love story that will put a smile on your face!
May 5, 2024
⛔️(in notes)
May 11, 2020
Getting Over First love!
Brayden: Fantastic writing! I loved all the characters. I loved everything Brayden had gone that he was able to start over after losing five years of his life. I loved how to rescue ranch idea and all the different animals that he rescued. I loved the connection that Melissa and he had. Great story.
Brayden: Fantastic writing! I loved all the characters. I loved everything Brayden had gone that he was able to start over after losing five years of his life. I loved how to rescue ranch idea and all the different animals that he rescued. I loved the connection that Melissa and he had. Great story.
December 6, 2019
Brayden
Another amazing story My 2nd time reading couldn't put it down yet again just An amazing love story.. and great sex...😊 I might have to check out Montana for myself And grab a Beckett brother A cowboy of my own😍
Another amazing story My 2nd time reading couldn't put it down yet again just An amazing love story.. and great sex...😊 I might have to check out Montana for myself And grab a Beckett brother A cowboy of my own😍
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