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Brothers in Blue #1-3
Brothers in Blue Complete Trilogy
Meet the men of Manning Grove, three small-town cops and brothers, who meet the women who will change the rest of their lives...
Max:
Big city party-girl Amanda Barber has been spoiled most of her life. But life for Amanda suddenly becomes a major challenge: adapting to small-town life, dealing with her special needs brother, and constantly butting heads with a frustrating local cop.
As a police officer and former Marine, "responsibility" is Max Bryson's middle name. Never having been in a serious relationship, he has no plans for one in the near future. He likes being his own man. And even if he were interested in a serious relationship, he certainly wouldn't choose someone so immature and irresponsible as Amanda. But no matter how hard he tries, he can't get sexy Amanda out of his head or his heart. Watching her mature in front of his eyes, his protectiveness towards her only strengthens.
Bossy and possessive aren't the only words Amanda uses to describe this frustrating cop. She can't deny just looking at the man makes her tremble. But she's done with having anyone control her and this man isn't going to be any different. Or is he?
Marc:
Officer Marc Bryson doesn’t believe women should be in law enforcement. Ever. When his older brother, Max, is promoted to the small town’s police chief the first thing he does is hire a woman fresh out of the academy. Then makes Marc her Field Training Officer.
Determined to follow in her late father’s footsteps, Leah Grant has the moxie to break any glass ceiling that stands in the way from becoming a police officer. Even if that means proving to her coach—who only wants her in his bed and not in the field—she’s worthy of being a permanent member of the force.
Working in a man’s world, Leah challenges Marc’s misconceptions about women in the line of duty. But as they struggle to separate their work life from their undeniable chemistry, things continue to steam up and get a little kinky. These two officers of the law must toe the line after being caught red-handed.
In the end, can Leah prove to Marc that she is good as backup as well as in bed?
Matt:
As a former Marine, Matt Bryson has dealt with PTSD ever since coming home from the Middle East. He finds himself fortunate to be able to return to his job as a cop at the local police department with his brothers Max and Marc.
Dr. Carly Stephens works hard as an obstetrician at the local hospital, struggling to pay off her medical school loans, financially support her elderly parents, and save money to adopt a baby. Unable to have children, she still longs for one of her very own.
Instantly attracted to the Dictator Doctor, Matt finds Carly easily brings him to his knees both emotionally and physically. What starts out only as a convenient sexual relationship turns into a whole lot more when dealing with their pasts and their future. Especially since Matt doesn’t ever want children.
Matt and Carly find themselves on a passionate and emotional journey that can either bring them together or rip them apart.
- GenresRomance
688 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 9, 2017
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Jeanne St. James
127 books2,420 followersJEANNE ST. JAMES is a USA Today and international bestselling romance author who loves an alpha male (or two). She writes steamy contemporary M/F and M/M romance, as well as M/M/F ménages, and has published over 60 books (so far). She also writes M/M paranormal romance under the name: J.J. Masters. Some of her books have been translated into French, German, Italian and Portuguese.
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March 23, 2020
I would say 2 but round it to 2.5. Pretty good book; an enjoyable story; actually really good story. The story kinda got washed out from all the heavy sex. I mean sex starting out of no where.
So with that, it was a skimmer for me.
Did not continue on to the second book.
*The epilogue was nice but so rushed that I almost wish there wasn't one.
So with that, it was a skimmer for me.
Did not continue on to the second book.
*The epilogue was nice but so rushed that I almost wish there wasn't one.
June 29, 2019
Son I skipped A LOT
In a set like this, when author does something, it's much more noticeable. For example, lines and expressions repeated in all three books. Almost like copy & paste, which comes off as highly unoriginal. I can't.say I liked the female characters that much, and the make characters just came off as jerks. I basically skipped the sex scenes, I don't like the way she writes them.
In a set like this, when author does something, it's much more noticeable. For example, lines and expressions repeated in all three books. Almost like copy & paste, which comes off as highly unoriginal. I can't.say I liked the female characters that much, and the make characters just came off as jerks. I basically skipped the sex scenes, I don't like the way she writes them.
August 16, 2019
Great books...but I loved Marc the bestest...
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January 10, 2021Did not finish. Just couldn't get into this story.
August 26, 2019
Borrowed this book from Kindle Unlimited, what a great read! Three brothers working together in law enforcement in their hometown.
Max, Mr. Responsible comes across Amanda, a woman who has been spoiled her whole but when her dad and stepmother die she is given guardianship of her special needs brother. Max and Amanda continually run into and butt heads..will they find a way to co-exist or maybe find they really belong together???
Marc, the Field Training Officer doesn’t believe women should be in law enforcement but when his brother Max, now the police chief hires a woman for the force, Marc is the one who must train her....Leah is following in her late father’s footsteps and is determined to become the best and will let no man tell her differently until the chemistry they have get them in trouble and they must toe the line or both could lose their jobs...can Leah prove to Marc she has his back in a crisis and in bed???
Matt, has PTSD but has it under control and is fortunate to being able to work in law enforcement with his brothers. Because of all the things that happened to him in the Middle East he is determined that he will have no children because of his issues. When he meets Dr. Carly Stephens, the local obstetrician, sparks fly, but she only wants a fling. She is determined to pay off her school debt, supports her elderly parents and save money to adopt as she can’t have children. Can these to have more than a fling and find their HEA or will it tear them apart???
At the end of the book you find a novella about Teddy, honorary Brother in Blue!!
Max, Mr. Responsible comes across Amanda, a woman who has been spoiled her whole but when her dad and stepmother die she is given guardianship of her special needs brother. Max and Amanda continually run into and butt heads..will they find a way to co-exist or maybe find they really belong together???
Marc, the Field Training Officer doesn’t believe women should be in law enforcement but when his brother Max, now the police chief hires a woman for the force, Marc is the one who must train her....Leah is following in her late father’s footsteps and is determined to become the best and will let no man tell her differently until the chemistry they have get them in trouble and they must toe the line or both could lose their jobs...can Leah prove to Marc she has his back in a crisis and in bed???
Matt, has PTSD but has it under control and is fortunate to being able to work in law enforcement with his brothers. Because of all the things that happened to him in the Middle East he is determined that he will have no children because of his issues. When he meets Dr. Carly Stephens, the local obstetrician, sparks fly, but she only wants a fling. She is determined to pay off her school debt, supports her elderly parents and save money to adopt as she can’t have children. Can these to have more than a fling and find their HEA or will it tear them apart???
At the end of the book you find a novella about Teddy, honorary Brother in Blue!!
January 6, 2019
I read these when they were released individually. Loved every single one of them. Here is my review for all three.
Max:
I was offered a free book from Jeanne St. James to read and give my honest opinion on. I absolutely loved this book from beginning to end. This was the first book that I have had the chance to read by Jeanne and I absolutely loved this very well written book. The character chemistry between Max and Mandy is off the charts hot.
Mandy returns to this small town after the death of her stepmother. She is there to take care of her halfbrother Greg. She is up against quite a battle when it comes to taking care of Greg but no matter what she takes the reins and does what is needed. During her first couple of days there she runs into Max one of the many police officers in this small town. He is giving her a nonsense ticket for being parked in a free parking lot after the time limit. Sparks fly from that first moment. But Max has his own issues with relationships and Mandy. Things happen that threaten to not let this relationship happen. Things threaten to take Mandy away from this small town. But in the end will love get Mandy to stay?
I absolutely loved this story from the beginning to the end. Mandy "Amanda" was a hero to me. Her character was so very well written. Showing all the battles that she was dealing with and how by the end she did what was needed to change the way her life was going. Her strength alone makes you want to cheer for her and reach in at times and give her a hug and let her know that she was doing great. Max is a yummy police officer that seriously needs a kick in the butt about his mother but by the end you cheer for him too because he finally figures it out.
I absolutely loved the steamy sex scenes and just the chemistry in general. I highly recommend this book by Jeanne and i honestly cannot wait to read more about these brothers.
Marc:
Absolutely loved this book. I read the first one that had Max in it and fell in love with these brothers. Marc and Leah are my favorite now. I love that Leah is a cop and a strong female cop and will not take any shit from the man she is surrounded by. Her character is written so well. I love that no matter what is put in front of her she handles it with ease and a strong head. The chemistry between her and Marc is off the freaking charts. I absolutely love that these two were put together and put in the situations that they were put in. I feel it helped them to build an even better stronger relationship. I did not like that Marc was not ok with Leah being a cop. That females should not be cops until she proved herself. But i quickly got over that when she proved herself with flying colors. This was a well written book with amazing character chemistry between all the characters. I love the added addition of the mom and dad in this book and how they are involved in this storyline. Makes the book even better. I highly recommend reading this book and the whole series.. I cant wait to read about Matt the last brother.
Matt:
I have read the first two in this series and absolutely loved them. But Matt has my heart. I loved this book. It was amazing from beginning to end. It was very well written with a great story line great character chemistry and feelings beyond. Matt is a guy you can easily fall in love with and want to help through everything he is going through. You just want to crawl inside the book hug him and never let go until he is ok again. I absolutely love Matt and Carly their relationship is fast paced but you can clearly see that these two belong together.
Matt is an ex- military who is suffering with so much. Carly is an OBGYN who cant have children of her own. They are both so very strong and stubborn but together they are perfect. I love how good they are together and they make each other stronger.
Jeanne is an amazing writer. I absolutely love her books.I highly recommend grabbing this book and enjoying.
Max:
I was offered a free book from Jeanne St. James to read and give my honest opinion on. I absolutely loved this book from beginning to end. This was the first book that I have had the chance to read by Jeanne and I absolutely loved this very well written book. The character chemistry between Max and Mandy is off the charts hot.
Mandy returns to this small town after the death of her stepmother. She is there to take care of her halfbrother Greg. She is up against quite a battle when it comes to taking care of Greg but no matter what she takes the reins and does what is needed. During her first couple of days there she runs into Max one of the many police officers in this small town. He is giving her a nonsense ticket for being parked in a free parking lot after the time limit. Sparks fly from that first moment. But Max has his own issues with relationships and Mandy. Things happen that threaten to not let this relationship happen. Things threaten to take Mandy away from this small town. But in the end will love get Mandy to stay?
I absolutely loved this story from the beginning to the end. Mandy "Amanda" was a hero to me. Her character was so very well written. Showing all the battles that she was dealing with and how by the end she did what was needed to change the way her life was going. Her strength alone makes you want to cheer for her and reach in at times and give her a hug and let her know that she was doing great. Max is a yummy police officer that seriously needs a kick in the butt about his mother but by the end you cheer for him too because he finally figures it out.
I absolutely loved the steamy sex scenes and just the chemistry in general. I highly recommend this book by Jeanne and i honestly cannot wait to read more about these brothers.
Marc:
Absolutely loved this book. I read the first one that had Max in it and fell in love with these brothers. Marc and Leah are my favorite now. I love that Leah is a cop and a strong female cop and will not take any shit from the man she is surrounded by. Her character is written so well. I love that no matter what is put in front of her she handles it with ease and a strong head. The chemistry between her and Marc is off the freaking charts. I absolutely love that these two were put together and put in the situations that they were put in. I feel it helped them to build an even better stronger relationship. I did not like that Marc was not ok with Leah being a cop. That females should not be cops until she proved herself. But i quickly got over that when she proved herself with flying colors. This was a well written book with amazing character chemistry between all the characters. I love the added addition of the mom and dad in this book and how they are involved in this storyline. Makes the book even better. I highly recommend reading this book and the whole series.. I cant wait to read about Matt the last brother.
Matt:
I have read the first two in this series and absolutely loved them. But Matt has my heart. I loved this book. It was amazing from beginning to end. It was very well written with a great story line great character chemistry and feelings beyond. Matt is a guy you can easily fall in love with and want to help through everything he is going through. You just want to crawl inside the book hug him and never let go until he is ok again. I absolutely love Matt and Carly their relationship is fast paced but you can clearly see that these two belong together.
Matt is an ex- military who is suffering with so much. Carly is an OBGYN who cant have children of her own. They are both so very strong and stubborn but together they are perfect. I love how good they are together and they make each other stronger.
Jeanne is an amazing writer. I absolutely love her books.I highly recommend grabbing this book and enjoying.
January 3, 2019
I read each of these stories when they were initially released individually. It is a fantastic series!! I fell in love with all the characters and would definitely recommend reading about the Bryson brothers and the people of Manning Grove. What follows are the reviews I left for each book at the time of their individual releases.
Max:
Amanda is a big city girl with no real direction in life. Max is a small town cop who is following the family tradition. When Amanda's step mother dies, she moves to small town Manning Grove to take care of her step brother, Greg, who has special needs. From the beginning she and Max get off on the wrong foot, although there is definitely some sizzle beneath the surface. I love the banter between the two and their chemistry is off the charts. The sex is hot! The supporting characters are great, too. Mary Ann, Max's mom, is more of a mother to Amanda than Amanda's own mom. His dad is a gentle giant. Teddy, Amanda's hairdresser and new best friend, is a wonderful addition to the town and storyline. Oh, and we can't forget Max's brothers, Marc and Matt. I can't wait to read their stories!
Marc:
This is the second in the Brothers in Blue series. It can be read as a standalone although most of the supporting characters are ones from book one as well. I love Ma and Pops Bryson and Teddy and was glad to see them a bit in this book. Amanda is also back with her outspoken personality, her brother Greg, and husband Max (Bryson brother #1). They're such a close-knit group of people and Leah fit in perfectly.
Leah and Marc were also perfect together. They had instant attraction and chemistry. Leah was fresh out of the police academy and had been hired on by the Manning Grove police department. Marc was the only one qualified to be her training officer. Too bad he had old fashioned values about women and them not being capable of being police officers. These ideas mixed with his attraction to her led to some interesting interactions between them. It was great! Their banter and inner dialogue had me laughing out loud quite a few times. I definitely recommend reading this series!
Matt:
I loved Max and Amanda first. I loved Marc and Leah second. However, I think I love Matt and Carly the most. Their story grabbed ahold of my heart and didn't let go. The emotions were raw. The mental health struggles Matt went through were heartbreaking. The progression and evolution of their relationship was endearing.
I am sad this is the end of our journey with the Bryson family. Thankfully, we'll get to visit them for a short time with Teddy's story. After that, it will be hard to let them go. These are stories I will have to reread. I instantly fell in love with the whole lot of them. They are the type of family you can just picture yourself sitting down with at the dinner table. Because I don't want to let them go, I would love it if the author would give us one more story. It could even be a short novella length, but I would love to see Ma and Pops Bryson in their early years at the beginning of their relationship. I definitely recommend this whole series!
*I voluntarily reviewed Advance Reader Copies of these books. This is my honest review.*
Max:
Amanda is a big city girl with no real direction in life. Max is a small town cop who is following the family tradition. When Amanda's step mother dies, she moves to small town Manning Grove to take care of her step brother, Greg, who has special needs. From the beginning she and Max get off on the wrong foot, although there is definitely some sizzle beneath the surface. I love the banter between the two and their chemistry is off the charts. The sex is hot! The supporting characters are great, too. Mary Ann, Max's mom, is more of a mother to Amanda than Amanda's own mom. His dad is a gentle giant. Teddy, Amanda's hairdresser and new best friend, is a wonderful addition to the town and storyline. Oh, and we can't forget Max's brothers, Marc and Matt. I can't wait to read their stories!
Marc:
This is the second in the Brothers in Blue series. It can be read as a standalone although most of the supporting characters are ones from book one as well. I love Ma and Pops Bryson and Teddy and was glad to see them a bit in this book. Amanda is also back with her outspoken personality, her brother Greg, and husband Max (Bryson brother #1). They're such a close-knit group of people and Leah fit in perfectly.
Leah and Marc were also perfect together. They had instant attraction and chemistry. Leah was fresh out of the police academy and had been hired on by the Manning Grove police department. Marc was the only one qualified to be her training officer. Too bad he had old fashioned values about women and them not being capable of being police officers. These ideas mixed with his attraction to her led to some interesting interactions between them. It was great! Their banter and inner dialogue had me laughing out loud quite a few times. I definitely recommend reading this series!
Matt:
I loved Max and Amanda first. I loved Marc and Leah second. However, I think I love Matt and Carly the most. Their story grabbed ahold of my heart and didn't let go. The emotions were raw. The mental health struggles Matt went through were heartbreaking. The progression and evolution of their relationship was endearing.
I am sad this is the end of our journey with the Bryson family. Thankfully, we'll get to visit them for a short time with Teddy's story. After that, it will be hard to let them go. These are stories I will have to reread. I instantly fell in love with the whole lot of them. They are the type of family you can just picture yourself sitting down with at the dinner table. Because I don't want to let them go, I would love it if the author would give us one more story. It could even be a short novella length, but I would love to see Ma and Pops Bryson in their early years at the beginning of their relationship. I definitely recommend this whole series!
*I voluntarily reviewed Advance Reader Copies of these books. This is my honest review.*
September 17, 2020
first book.... is between Max and Amanda... Amanda never expected to come back home to Manning Grove Pa. Yet here she is and now the guardian of her special needs brother Greg. Max sees her as spoiled and hopeless, a sure trouble maker, she thinks he's a jerk who loves making her life miserable. The attraction they both feel seems to grow out of control, the man, is a former Marine,he's a hometown cop and on top of that he is hot!!. ....Book 2 is Marc and Leah .... Marc doesn't approve of women on the police force. So what in the world does his brother Max ...the police chief do but stick him with training their new hire, Leah. Straight out of the academy, of course she jumped at the job offer. When she met her FTO...Field training Officer, Marc, she realized two things. That not only was he was super hot !! but he was also a jerk who was somewhat a misogynistic about women in law enforcement. Too bad they can't keep their hands off each other. This one was a wild ride, Leah is a strong woman and she doesn't put up with much. actually a good read and she helps change Marc's thinking.... then we have book 3 and the story of Matt the baby Brother and Carly the dominating doctor .... Matt's time in the service changed him dramatically. He does what he can to manage his issues but is barely existing. Then he meets Carly, the ob/gyn who just delivered his niece the night before. He can't help his attraction to her but she wants things he can't have. Life has certainly taken its shots at Carly but she doesn't let it get her down for the count. Before they know it, their lives are entwined. But Matt's mental health is in crisis and Carly doesn't know how she can help the man she has fallen for. truly is a great read .. and book 3 is a wow! The whole set from start to finish was mesmerizing. Loved all the couples and the guys' parents are a much needed comical relief. seriously you gotta Love Pops aka Ron and his "just happens to walk in or find the "boy's with their girl's" ... hahahhahaaha .... seemingly such simple plots, what sets them apart are the emotions.OH and we certainly cannot forget "Teddy" and his amazing talent" and his character who just wants Love and acceptance... If you have read any Jeanne St James' books,then you know she sucks you in with the amazing characters and how they make you feel. Their struggles and successes pull you into the story and you feel as if you are a part of the family. A totally sensational read! so enjoyed this box set..
September 3, 2020
Wow! Could definitely use a cigarette if I still smoked! Highly recommend!
For mature readers only (18+ years old) due to subject matter that may be a trigger or offensive to some including adult language, steamy intimate scenes, emotional issues (PTSD, fertility issues, etc.) and violence.
This is a trilogy about police officers and contains some acts of violence on the periphery of law enforcement. It is not a thriller and does not go about trying to solve any criminal acts. It is about “protect and serve” that the Bryson family has devoted their lives to for generations.
My perspective on the trilogy:
It is so nice to have all three stories in one edition, plus a link to the unofficial official novella “fourth” story about Teddy, a reoccurring character in the series. I only wish I could have a loyal, funny Teddy in my own life.
All three of the stories are excellent, well-written, steamy and absolutely hilarious, starting in Max’s story with Amanda and her brother, Greg, who suffers from certain intellectual challenges and always seems to pick up on the most inappropriate word of any conversation, which with Amanda is a lot. 🤣
It continued into Marc’s story and his struggles with accepting and training a female rookie. The chemistry between the two of them are off the charts and let’s just say that I am so glad I wasn’t drinking anything during one enlightening evening / night that involved handcuffs. 😁
There are parts of each story that I laughed until I cried, but especially during Matt’s. Surprisingly so, as it could have been the heaviest if not handled in an appropriate manner, as he suffers from PTSD after serving multiple back to back deployments overseas as a marine.
Matt’s story also had the most emotional and heartbreaking scenes, not only because of Matt and his service, but because Carly has fertility issues, and I went through that on my own.
If you are looking for a series that has heart, laughter, tears, family (those who are blood and those that are not), and real life struggles that have to be faced while finding what life should be about, then I highly recommend this series.
For mature readers only (18+ years old) due to subject matter that may be a trigger or offensive to some including adult language, steamy intimate scenes, emotional issues (PTSD, fertility issues, etc.) and violence.
This is a trilogy about police officers and contains some acts of violence on the periphery of law enforcement. It is not a thriller and does not go about trying to solve any criminal acts. It is about “protect and serve” that the Bryson family has devoted their lives to for generations.
My perspective on the trilogy:
It is so nice to have all three stories in one edition, plus a link to the unofficial official novella “fourth” story about Teddy, a reoccurring character in the series. I only wish I could have a loyal, funny Teddy in my own life.
All three of the stories are excellent, well-written, steamy and absolutely hilarious, starting in Max’s story with Amanda and her brother, Greg, who suffers from certain intellectual challenges and always seems to pick up on the most inappropriate word of any conversation, which with Amanda is a lot. 🤣
It continued into Marc’s story and his struggles with accepting and training a female rookie. The chemistry between the two of them are off the charts and let’s just say that I am so glad I wasn’t drinking anything during one enlightening evening / night that involved handcuffs. 😁
There are parts of each story that I laughed until I cried, but especially during Matt’s. Surprisingly so, as it could have been the heaviest if not handled in an appropriate manner, as he suffers from PTSD after serving multiple back to back deployments overseas as a marine.
Matt’s story also had the most emotional and heartbreaking scenes, not only because of Matt and his service, but because Carly has fertility issues, and I went through that on my own.
If you are looking for a series that has heart, laughter, tears, family (those who are blood and those that are not), and real life struggles that have to be faced while finding what life should be about, then I highly recommend this series.
May 31, 2020
I am kicking myself for waiting so long to read Brothers in Blue! Max loves being a small town cop, he loves the difference he makes in his community. Amanda never expected to come back home. Yet here she is and now the guardian of her special needs brother. Max sees her as spoiled and hopeless, she thinks he is a jerk who loves making her life miserable. The attraction they both feel flames out of control and man, it is hot. Awesome read, I was so glad I had the next book to jump into! Marc doesn't approve of women on the force. So what does his brother the police chief do but stick him with training their new hire, Leah. Straight out of the academy, she jumped at the job offer. When she met her trainer, Marc, she realized two things. That he was hot and he hates women in law enforcement. Too bad they can't keep their hands off each other. This one was such a wild ride, Leah is such a strong chick and she doesn't put up with much. I immediately jumped right into Matt's book. Matt's time in the service has changed him dramatically. He does what he can to manage his issues but is barely existing. Then he meets Carly, the ob/gyn who just delivered his niece the night before. He can't help his attraction to her but she wants things he can't have. Life has certainly taken its shots at Carly but she isn't down for the count. Before they know it, their lives are entwined. But Matt's mental health is in crisis and Carly doesn't know how she can help the man she has fallen for. Just, wow! The whole set from start to finish was mesmerizing. Loved all the couples and the guys' parents are a much needed comical relief. Such seemingly simple plots, what sets it apart are the emotions. As with all of Jeanne St James' books, she sucks you in with the amazing characters and how they make you feel. Their struggles and successes become yours. A totally phenomenal read!
September 2, 2022
I enjoyed this series about brothers who are cops. The stories are interesting and warm. The town is small so everyone knows everyone. The parents are warm and funny.
Max
Is an officer first and foremost. He meets Amanda when she has take off her license plate from her car. He also meets her when has let her parking meter run out. She is out with her brother who is mentally retarded and he knows everyone.
Amanda has just moved and doesn't want to stay in this small town. She's from Florida and wants to return but her brothers special needs keeps her where she is. When she meets Max she is hot for him but doesn't know how to get him.
Marc
He is a police officer that has been picked to train Leah. Leah is from the top of her class but there are few jobs for a woman policeman. Marc tries to stay professional buy Leah is just too sexy for him and his pull towards her gets him in trouble with Max.
Leah is just trying to do the job and keep it she's in probation and doesn't want to lose the job. Marc is her achilleas heel. She wants him but she wants the job more. After getting caught by her boss she is trying very hard to stay in line.
Matt
He is a warrior that has returned from war with PTSD. He's trying to stay in the here and now and keep his cool while working. But he has met Dr. Carly, his sister-in-laws doctor and he's interested but could she be interested in such a broken man. He's still sleeping in a tent in the backyard of his house.
Carly
As a doctor she understands that Matt has returned broken but it's not her specialty. She wants to help him so bad since she is attracted to him and the sex is great. But Carly doesn't know how to help Matt except to get him into counseling but he's against it. She has to find a way to help him.
Max
Is an officer first and foremost. He meets Amanda when she has take off her license plate from her car. He also meets her when has let her parking meter run out. She is out with her brother who is mentally retarded and he knows everyone.
Amanda has just moved and doesn't want to stay in this small town. She's from Florida and wants to return but her brothers special needs keeps her where she is. When she meets Max she is hot for him but doesn't know how to get him.
Marc
He is a police officer that has been picked to train Leah. Leah is from the top of her class but there are few jobs for a woman policeman. Marc tries to stay professional buy Leah is just too sexy for him and his pull towards her gets him in trouble with Max.
Leah is just trying to do the job and keep it she's in probation and doesn't want to lose the job. Marc is her achilleas heel. She wants him but she wants the job more. After getting caught by her boss she is trying very hard to stay in line.
Matt
He is a warrior that has returned from war with PTSD. He's trying to stay in the here and now and keep his cool while working. But he has met Dr. Carly, his sister-in-laws doctor and he's interested but could she be interested in such a broken man. He's still sleeping in a tent in the backyard of his house.
Carly
As a doctor she understands that Matt has returned broken but it's not her specialty. She wants to help him so bad since she is attracted to him and the sex is great. But Carly doesn't know how to help Matt except to get him into counseling but he's against it. She has to find a way to help him.
July 6, 2020
I read the trilogy of Max, Marc and Matt, the Bryson Brothers, all police officers and all former military. It's small town USA, so everyone knows everything.
Max - Amanda breezes into town to pick up her special needs adult brother, not realizing what she's getting into. Greg and her share the same father. Everyone in Manning Grove hates her as she never showed up at her father's funeral. A big city girl, stuck in a small town. She doesn't need anyone to help her, but she's really irresponsible and immature and Max keeps showing up to help. Amanda rubs Max the wrong way, but the the attraction is combustible. The one thing I remember about this book is "Always Listen!"
Marc - Leah is a rookie getting the opportunity to become a police officer in the small town of Manning Grove. Marc does not believe woman should be allowed on the Force. He's stuck being her trainer for the next three months., there are lots of memorable moments in this book including, Bambi's dad, camo Crocs and socks, Mother's day dinner, sister wife and being schooled. Lots of laughter in this second chapter.
Matt - the final and youngest brother. This was the most emotional book I found, I loved that you could really see inside Matt's mind by the way Ms. St. James wrote. Carly is a doctor in a small town trying to pay off her debts. "Why are you being so nice? I'm not, its just an illusion." The PSTD issues were severe and Ms. St. James again, handled them with extreme care. Memorable moments in this chapter were Ron (as he was in all three books), the ceiling fan and panties and dusting and overall all the family dinners throughout.
I absolutely love this author and highly recommend any of her books. Always a 5+ starts read.
Max - Amanda breezes into town to pick up her special needs adult brother, not realizing what she's getting into. Greg and her share the same father. Everyone in Manning Grove hates her as she never showed up at her father's funeral. A big city girl, stuck in a small town. She doesn't need anyone to help her, but she's really irresponsible and immature and Max keeps showing up to help. Amanda rubs Max the wrong way, but the the attraction is combustible. The one thing I remember about this book is "Always Listen!"
Marc - Leah is a rookie getting the opportunity to become a police officer in the small town of Manning Grove. Marc does not believe woman should be allowed on the Force. He's stuck being her trainer for the next three months., there are lots of memorable moments in this book including, Bambi's dad, camo Crocs and socks, Mother's day dinner, sister wife and being schooled. Lots of laughter in this second chapter.
Matt - the final and youngest brother. This was the most emotional book I found, I loved that you could really see inside Matt's mind by the way Ms. St. James wrote. Carly is a doctor in a small town trying to pay off her debts. "Why are you being so nice? I'm not, its just an illusion." The PSTD issues were severe and Ms. St. James again, handled them with extreme care. Memorable moments in this chapter were Ron (as he was in all three books), the ceiling fan and panties and dusting and overall all the family dinners throughout.
I absolutely love this author and highly recommend any of her books. Always a 5+ starts read.
May 19, 2020
Max - This story had me locked in from the first few pages. The characters Amanda and Max had chemistry from their first interaction. They made me laugh and they put a smile on my face. It was great to see Amanda's special needs brother Greg have such an impact on the story. I cannot wait to read more in this series.
Marc - I thought I loved Max, but Marc now takes the cake. He was such a strong police officer but a totally teddy bear with the woman he fell in love with. Leah was looking for a real just and ended up with a community and a family that fell in love with her. The two together were massive sparks but true soulmates. A read that I highly recommend. I cannot wait until Matt's story.
Matt - The best one yet…..This was an incredible story. I fell in love with Matt from the first few pages even with all his self-proclaimed failures. His struggle to let Carly's love surround him was so heart wrenching. I had tears in my eyes while reading some parts and laughed out loud during other parts. Overall, Matt's story was the best out of the entire series. I am depressed that there are no more single brothers in the family. I highly recommend this book.
Marc - I thought I loved Max, but Marc now takes the cake. He was such a strong police officer but a totally teddy bear with the woman he fell in love with. Leah was looking for a real just and ended up with a community and a family that fell in love with her. The two together were massive sparks but true soulmates. A read that I highly recommend. I cannot wait until Matt's story.
Matt - The best one yet…..This was an incredible story. I fell in love with Matt from the first few pages even with all his self-proclaimed failures. His struggle to let Carly's love surround him was so heart wrenching. I had tears in my eyes while reading some parts and laughed out loud during other parts. Overall, Matt's story was the best out of the entire series. I am depressed that there are no more single brothers in the family. I highly recommend this book.
October 25, 2020
Max, Marc and Matt
I loved Max and Amanda's story. The sex holy crap. I loved the oil and water reference as to how they were with each other, but in the end it didn't matter because the feelings they had for each other trumped it all. I loved Greg. I work with Adults with Disabilities and it was refreshing to see someone being cared for the way he was without being judgemental of them. I can't wait to read Marx's story.
WOW just holy cow these two can set a room in fire when their together. I'm so happy they found each other. Their banter is cute as well. I can't wait to Matt's story.
Omg Matt's story broke my heart and restored it all at the same time. After serving his country he returned home and has PTSD as well as OCD. Carly came into his life when he was trying not to spin out of control. I loved how Carly was able to command him during sex. I'm so happy he realized he need help and sought it out not only for himself, but so he can be the man she needs.
I loved this family Ma, Pops, Max, Amanda, Greg, Marc, Leah, Matt, Carly and let's not forget Teddy omg I can't wait to read his story. The banter between them had me laughing my butt off.
I loved Max and Amanda's story. The sex holy crap. I loved the oil and water reference as to how they were with each other, but in the end it didn't matter because the feelings they had for each other trumped it all. I loved Greg. I work with Adults with Disabilities and it was refreshing to see someone being cared for the way he was without being judgemental of them. I can't wait to read Marx's story.
WOW just holy cow these two can set a room in fire when their together. I'm so happy they found each other. Their banter is cute as well. I can't wait to Matt's story.
Omg Matt's story broke my heart and restored it all at the same time. After serving his country he returned home and has PTSD as well as OCD. Carly came into his life when he was trying not to spin out of control. I loved how Carly was able to command him during sex. I'm so happy he realized he need help and sought it out not only for himself, but so he can be the man she needs.
I loved this family Ma, Pops, Max, Amanda, Greg, Marc, Leah, Matt, Carly and let's not forget Teddy omg I can't wait to read his story. The banter between them had me laughing my butt off.
January 3, 2019
Max:
This is a great story from the first page to the last. The characters were believable and well developed. I loved Max's family, especially his brothers and I look forward to reading more about them. This is a sexy , fun emotional book with a great ending leaving you wanting more.
Marc:
This is a well written addition to the Brother's In Blue series. The characters are well developed real and honest. I especially loved the Bryson family they added another level to this story. This is an addictive fact paced read with a strong heroine and a macho alpha hero. The sexual tension between these two was hot.
Matt:
Brothers In Blue Matt is the third book in this series. It can be read as a stand alone but it's so much better to read all the books to get to know the whole family. I really loved Matt's story and the author did an incredible job with such the difficult topic of PTSD. I loved the characters and how they are human with real life problems. It is well written with a perfect mix of story line, comic relief and romance.
This is a great story from the first page to the last. The characters were believable and well developed. I loved Max's family, especially his brothers and I look forward to reading more about them. This is a sexy , fun emotional book with a great ending leaving you wanting more.
Marc:
This is a well written addition to the Brother's In Blue series. The characters are well developed real and honest. I especially loved the Bryson family they added another level to this story. This is an addictive fact paced read with a strong heroine and a macho alpha hero. The sexual tension between these two was hot.
Matt:
Brothers In Blue Matt is the third book in this series. It can be read as a stand alone but it's so much better to read all the books to get to know the whole family. I really loved Matt's story and the author did an incredible job with such the difficult topic of PTSD. I loved the characters and how they are human with real life problems. It is well written with a perfect mix of story line, comic relief and romance.
August 21, 2019
Three Brtothers Find Their Other Halfs
This book is about a set of three brothers. All grown up. They all look just about the same. Max is the first story. The oldest brother. Out on duty he sees a car parked in a two hour parking area. The car being there for longer he gives the car a ticket and then sees the driver. New to town Mandy has her hands full. Her father and stepmother both dead. Her the sole person in charge of her half brother Greg with development issues. Max pushes his way into both their lives.
Marc is the middle brother and in charge of the job training for the newest recruit to the force. Leah is a tiny spitfire and doing what she has wanted to all her live to follow in her fathers footsteps.
Matt is the youngest brother. He spent more time in the Marines and more time deployed. Suffering from PTSD and medically discharged he is home. And back on the police force. Until he runs into a force to be reckoned with. Dr. Carly.
This book is about a set of three brothers. All grown up. They all look just about the same. Max is the first story. The oldest brother. Out on duty he sees a car parked in a two hour parking area. The car being there for longer he gives the car a ticket and then sees the driver. New to town Mandy has her hands full. Her father and stepmother both dead. Her the sole person in charge of her half brother Greg with development issues. Max pushes his way into both their lives.
Marc is the middle brother and in charge of the job training for the newest recruit to the force. Leah is a tiny spitfire and doing what she has wanted to all her live to follow in her fathers footsteps.
Matt is the youngest brother. He spent more time in the Marines and more time deployed. Suffering from PTSD and medically discharged he is home. And back on the police force. Until he runs into a force to be reckoned with. Dr. Carly.
May 29, 2020
Sexy, hot alphas in Blue
The Bryson brothers are hot as hell!! They are all men with no desires to settle down. They come from a loving family and devoted parents. Their only complaint is that their Ma wants them married and having babies. They each follow in their father's foot steps of becoming a Marine and then a Police Officer. Max and Marc have the "perfect" life until certain woman are thrown into their paths. While they both finally embrace their women and new lives, Matt struggles to survive his life. Matt chose to stay with the Marines instead of coming home and his mental health pays the price. He is burdened with the things he saw while serving his country and he can't let it go. Carly comes into his life unexpected and turns it upside down. Now he wants what his brother's have but isn't sure he can really have that life. I enjoyed all the books but Matt's story got to my heart.
The Bryson brothers are hot as hell!! They are all men with no desires to settle down. They come from a loving family and devoted parents. Their only complaint is that their Ma wants them married and having babies. They each follow in their father's foot steps of becoming a Marine and then a Police Officer. Max and Marc have the "perfect" life until certain woman are thrown into their paths. While they both finally embrace their women and new lives, Matt struggles to survive his life. Matt chose to stay with the Marines instead of coming home and his mental health pays the price. He is burdened with the things he saw while serving his country and he can't let it go. Carly comes into his life unexpected and turns it upside down. Now he wants what his brother's have but isn't sure he can really have that life. I enjoyed all the books but Matt's story got to my heart.
April 26, 2020
Wow
I so said to see all them go . I love books about cops but this was more than that . Amanda omg she cracker me up .Leigh and Marc though always had me laughing . Max was chief of police even though he was his brothers boss he did let them get away or baby them or it's ok . He stuck to books m Carly and Matt story was sad I cried a lot during that one that's a toughie with ptsd . And with Carly situation 2 . Those 2 belonged together to help each other . Omg teddy and Greg . I can't wait it read teddy store bye bye byrantsv. Going to miss you thank for being in my life. Great author i read lots of her book are wonderful. Thank you
I so said to see all them go . I love books about cops but this was more than that . Amanda omg she cracker me up .Leigh and Marc though always had me laughing . Max was chief of police even though he was his brothers boss he did let them get away or baby them or it's ok . He stuck to books m Carly and Matt story was sad I cried a lot during that one that's a toughie with ptsd . And with Carly situation 2 . Those 2 belonged together to help each other . Omg teddy and Greg . I can't wait it read teddy store bye bye byrantsv. Going to miss you thank for being in my life. Great author i read lots of her book are wonderful. Thank you
February 6, 2021
Yummy Brysons
I don't know who I love more from this clan
Mary-Ann a.k.a Ma Bryson
Ron a.k.a Pop Bryson
Or any of the Friends that become family.
Everyone is welcomed, no one is judged.
Pop's see everything and he's been there n done that themselves so can't slip out past him😉
The sons aren't ever gonna get serious but when they find Miss right they fall & fall hard.
Think my favourite would have to be Matt. I had a soft spot for him
So pleased I downloaded the series after I met two of the brothers in the Dirty Angels series
Have to download the Christmas story next to find out they've turned out so far
I don't know who I love more from this clan
Mary-Ann a.k.a Ma Bryson
Ron a.k.a Pop Bryson
Or any of the Friends that become family.
Everyone is welcomed, no one is judged.
Pop's see everything and he's been there n done that themselves so can't slip out past him😉
The sons aren't ever gonna get serious but when they find Miss right they fall & fall hard.
Think my favourite would have to be Matt. I had a soft spot for him
So pleased I downloaded the series after I met two of the brothers in the Dirty Angels series
Have to download the Christmas story next to find out they've turned out so far
July 28, 2021
Good series
My favorites in this book collection were Matt and Carly followed by Marc and Leah. I found the author after a KU reader said the Dirty Angels series was the best MC read. It was great so I went to the authors web page and found this series. The first book was not my favorite but I got more and more invested with the characters as the books progressed. It’s a crazy family of bullheaded men but the parents Ron and Mary Ann were fabulous. And you have to love a book that has two dogs named Chaos and Menace. Matt and Carly’s book sea with PTSD which might be a trigger for some but I thought it was very well done.
My favorites in this book collection were Matt and Carly followed by Marc and Leah. I found the author after a KU reader said the Dirty Angels series was the best MC read. It was great so I went to the authors web page and found this series. The first book was not my favorite but I got more and more invested with the characters as the books progressed. It’s a crazy family of bullheaded men but the parents Ron and Mary Ann were fabulous. And you have to love a book that has two dogs named Chaos and Menace. Matt and Carly’s book sea with PTSD which might be a trigger for some but I thought it was very well done.
March 25, 2019
Great!
I chose this rating because this was a really great series. I really enjoyed all of the characters. I had already read the book of Max and Amanda and given my review. So I will give my review on Marc and Leah, and Matt and Carly. Each brother was a dedicated police officer that served in the military. The guys were great brothers that when they fell I love it was for real. Even the they had their own individual personality. They were overall great guys. The women they chose were great ladies also. Great read! I recommend this book to all romance readers.
I chose this rating because this was a really great series. I really enjoyed all of the characters. I had already read the book of Max and Amanda and given my review. So I will give my review on Marc and Leah, and Matt and Carly. Each brother was a dedicated police officer that served in the military. The guys were great brothers that when they fell I love it was for real. Even the they had their own individual personality. They were overall great guys. The women they chose were great ladies also. Great read! I recommend this book to all romance readers.
March 14, 2020
It is great having all three stories in one set. It shows how each story and the family build on each as the new family member is introduced. I did not care for Max in the first book because of how he treated Amanda, but as the stories progressed I came to like him and how he cared for his family. These can all be read alone or in order. Each has a HEA and talks about police and the community. There are some great moments with silliness, love and serious content. The only item not covered that I wish was, is how or if Teddy got a HEA.
January 30, 2021
*Spoilers*
This book was a trilogy. I enjoyed all 3 books but the last one, about Matt, seemed kind of rushed. Matt was a former Marine who had many tours in the middle East. I thought the author did a great job with Matt's PTSD, but this troubled man was "all good" after a 30 day inpatient treatment program for vets. As I know several people in the armed forces, you don't just do a 180 with flashbacks, nightmares and other issues after a month of treatment; it's a lifelong struggle. Other than that, I enjoyed the books.
This book was a trilogy. I enjoyed all 3 books but the last one, about Matt, seemed kind of rushed. Matt was a former Marine who had many tours in the middle East. I thought the author did a great job with Matt's PTSD, but this troubled man was "all good" after a 30 day inpatient treatment program for vets. As I know several people in the armed forces, you don't just do a 180 with flashbacks, nightmares and other issues after a month of treatment; it's a lifelong struggle. Other than that, I enjoyed the books.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 26, 2022
excellent series!
This is a really good series about three brothers, their love lives, their crazy family, their dogs and one extra-crazy friend.
All former Marines, they are now law enforcement in a small town. Although I enjoyed all of them, the third book had me laughing out loud time after time!😂
It does have profanity and explicit sex, so if you don’t want to read about it don’t buy it and complain. I am in my sixties and I enjoyed the books even though they are about couples half my age.
This is a really good series about three brothers, their love lives, their crazy family, their dogs and one extra-crazy friend.
All former Marines, they are now law enforcement in a small town. Although I enjoyed all of them, the third book had me laughing out loud time after time!😂
It does have profanity and explicit sex, so if you don’t want to read about it don’t buy it and complain. I am in my sixties and I enjoyed the books even though they are about couples half my age.
February 10, 2019
Wow.. a.must read grabbed me
This trilogy was amazing.
Max and a fiesty rich girl, Amanda. Loved their story. Cop.writes a ticket and boom fireworks of words..
Marc and Leah.. he is a jerk thinking women dont belong as cops. Leah doesn't back down
Matt and Carly.. this one was my favorite or it hit me in the feels. He deals with PTSD. The author really spent time with this issue in the story.
Loved Teddy and Greg.. thus series has fun ,humor, angst and steamy scenes.
This trilogy was amazing.
Max and a fiesty rich girl, Amanda. Loved their story. Cop.writes a ticket and boom fireworks of words..
Marc and Leah.. he is a jerk thinking women dont belong as cops. Leah doesn't back down
Matt and Carly.. this one was my favorite or it hit me in the feels. He deals with PTSD. The author really spent time with this issue in the story.
Loved Teddy and Greg.. thus series has fun ,humor, angst and steamy scenes.
June 30, 2019
Absolutely loved this box set.
I'd already read Max but jumped at the chance of reading all three at once. I loved Max and Amanda's story the most, of all three theirs is my favourite. I really enjoyed all the characters throughout the box set and the town they live in. The Sunday dinners around Ann Marie and Ron's table sound totally unmissable.
Can't recommend this set enough.
I'd already read Max but jumped at the chance of reading all three at once. I loved Max and Amanda's story the most, of all three theirs is my favourite. I really enjoyed all the characters throughout the box set and the town they live in. The Sunday dinners around Ann Marie and Ron's table sound totally unmissable.
Can't recommend this set enough.
March 10, 2020
Three brothers, three excellent stories
Three brothers who all joined the Marines and then became cops in their small town. One by one they meet the women who forever change their lives and they fall hard. All of the stories are excellent but the last one was especially riveting. Matt is the youngest brother whose having a hard time dealing with PTSD. His story is heartbreaking at times and really draws you in.
Three brothers who all joined the Marines and then became cops in their small town. One by one they meet the women who forever change their lives and they fall hard. All of the stories are excellent but the last one was especially riveting. Matt is the youngest brother whose having a hard time dealing with PTSD. His story is heartbreaking at times and really draws you in.
May 12, 2020
A good read
I love the brothers and it was a good read took me 2 days to finish all 3 books. I wish the author developed the plot story a bit more. The book had good build up but the end just seemed so rush for all 3 books and I was disappointed. You do get a happy ending but.. I do wish we also got an epilogue to see how they ended up a few years later or make a 4th book that includes all the couples and how life is for them
I love the brothers and it was a good read took me 2 days to finish all 3 books. I wish the author developed the plot story a bit more. The book had good build up but the end just seemed so rush for all 3 books and I was disappointed. You do get a happy ending but.. I do wish we also got an epilogue to see how they ended up a few years later or make a 4th book that includes all the couples and how life is for them
December 26, 2020
This trilogy has you captivated and enchanted unable to put this series down. Three brothers who have all served in the marines and are now brothers in blue lose their hearts to women with strength, determination and have a sassy nature that call to these men. Take a journey with plenty of witty banter, steamy moments and chemistry that sparks off the pages. Their stories are also emotional and heartfelt and will have you falling in love with the entire Bryson family.
December 27, 2023
Cops in love
I must say that this writer has the gift of storytelling. So look forward to great plot development and wonderful characters as you can always expect from Ms. St . James.The brothers are given unique personalities and steamy exploits aplenty... Then come on and grab your citation pad and go for a ride along with Manning Groves fineists...Enjoy, I did and you will too.
I must say that this writer has the gift of storytelling. So look forward to great plot development and wonderful characters as you can always expect from Ms. St . James.The brothers are given unique personalities and steamy exploits aplenty... Then come on and grab your citation pad and go for a ride along with Manning Groves fineists...Enjoy, I did and you will too.
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