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Saving #2
Saving Magnolia
Dewey Stone spent seventeen years serving his country and more than ten of them as a fighter pilot with a death wish. He constantly searched for that one adrenaline rush that would make all others pale in comparison. He found it the day his Super Hornet stalled and subsequently spun out of control and crash landed in the Mediterranean Sea. But Dewey hasn’t quite been the same and for the last two years, he’s focused finding his new normal and for the first time in his life, relaxing and maybe even finding the right woman to settle down with. Magnolia Clarke had been dealt a crappy hand since the day she’d been born. She did her best with what she had. Her sole goal in life was to make sure she didn’t end up like her parents. Dead or in prison. However, when someone from her past shows up in her tattoo parlor with threatening her demise if she doesn’t do something for her incarcerated mother, Magnolia believes she has no choice, but to run. Having no other options, she turns to Dewey and the Brotherhood Protectors for help. Dewey will save her from her mother… And he’ll steal her heart.
160 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 9, 2020
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About the author
Jen Talty
225 books510 followersJen Talty is the USA Today Bestselling Author of Contemporary Romance, Romantic Suspense, and Paranormal Romance. In the fall of 2020, her short story was selected and featured in a 1001 Dark Nights Anthology. She is currently contracted to write in the With Me in Seattle series by Kristen Proby with Lady Boss Press, as well as Susan Stoker’s Special Forces: Operation Alpha and Elle James’s Brotherhood Protectors.
Regardless of the genre, her goal is to take you on a ride that will leave you floating under the sun with warmth in your heart. She writes stories about broken heroes and heroines who aren’t necessarily looking for romance, but in the end, they find the kind of love books are written about :).
She first started writing while carting her kids to one hockey rink after the other, averaging 170 games per year between 3 kids in 2 countries and 5 states. Her first book, IN TWO WEEKS was originally published in 2007. In 2010 she helped form a publishing company (Cool Gus Publishing) with NY Times Bestselling Author Bob Mayer where she ran the technical side of the business through 2016.
Jen is currently enjoying the next phase of her life…the empty nester! She and her husband reside in Jupiter, Florida.
Grab a glass of vino, kick back, relax, and let the romance roll in…
Regardless of the genre, her goal is to take you on a ride that will leave you floating under the sun with warmth in your heart. She writes stories about broken heroes and heroines who aren’t necessarily looking for romance, but in the end, they find the kind of love books are written about :).
She first started writing while carting her kids to one hockey rink after the other, averaging 170 games per year between 3 kids in 2 countries and 5 states. Her first book, IN TWO WEEKS was originally published in 2007. In 2010 she helped form a publishing company (Cool Gus Publishing) with NY Times Bestselling Author Bob Mayer where she ran the technical side of the business through 2016.
Jen is currently enjoying the next phase of her life…the empty nester! She and her husband reside in Jupiter, Florida.
Grab a glass of vino, kick back, relax, and let the romance roll in…
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June 16, 2020
This is book 2 in the Saving Series but it can absolutely be read as a stand alone. In this one we Dewey Stone and Magnolia Clarke's story. Dewey spent years being a fighter pilot just looking for the next thrill. But when he almost dies, his priorities change. Now he is trying to find his new normal and thinking about a woman to settle down with. Magnolia went through hell as a child and is just trying to keep one foot ahead of her past. She made it her goal to never end up like her parents. But when her past catches up to her, she thinks she will have to run again or go into hiding permanently. But when she turns to Dewey, she never expects to feel the things she does or for him to change everything about her life.
I absolutely loved this one! Magnolia is this strong woman who had a crap childhood but is making the most of her adult years while trying to be completely different than the role models she had. Dewey is this strong, alpha male who made me laugh so much because he has literally no game when it comes to women. But that made me love him all the more!! They have this great chemistry but they also have this connection that allows them to be friends as well. I loved how their relationship came about. My only thing that I wished for was more of a resolution on what happened to his ex. I know that doesn't really have anything to do with their HEA, but I just wanted to see her get her comeuppance!
I absolutely loved this one! Magnolia is this strong woman who had a crap childhood but is making the most of her adult years while trying to be completely different than the role models she had. Dewey is this strong, alpha male who made me laugh so much because he has literally no game when it comes to women. But that made me love him all the more!! They have this great chemistry but they also have this connection that allows them to be friends as well. I loved how their relationship came about. My only thing that I wished for was more of a resolution on what happened to his ex. I know that doesn't really have anything to do with their HEA, but I just wanted to see her get her comeuppance!
July 4, 2021
Saving Magnolia: Brotherhood Protectors World: Saving Series Book 2 is by Jen Talty. It is always a little scary to try a new author who writes a type of book you like. Will they be able to keep up the standards you are use to reading or will they exceed those standards? Jen Talty definitely exceeds those standards. Her writing is clear and interesting with plenty of details to help you see the story. The action keeps you moving forward hoping for a certain ending. The one part that is questionable is the total change of Magnolia’s Mother’s attitude. It is just a little too improbable that she would change so drastically.
Magnolia had stopped at the base of the Crazy Mountains in Montana when she had fled from South Carolina. Her Father was dead and her Mother in prison. Magnolia just wanted away from it all. There were plenty of military folks here who were into tattoos so keep her in business. She felt safe here until Cal Duggett came to get her Mother’s gang tattoo. Magnolia didn’t want to do it; but Cal had a way of convincing her to do the tattoo. He said her Mother was getting out of jail and setting up the old gang and wanted her involved. Magnolia knew it was time to go.
However, an encounter with Dewey, a member of the Rescue and recovery team here. He had a crush on Magnolia for the last year; but the age difference bothered him. However, he would do anything to help her. Is there a future for them?
Magnolia had stopped at the base of the Crazy Mountains in Montana when she had fled from South Carolina. Her Father was dead and her Mother in prison. Magnolia just wanted away from it all. There were plenty of military folks here who were into tattoos so keep her in business. She felt safe here until Cal Duggett came to get her Mother’s gang tattoo. Magnolia didn’t want to do it; but Cal had a way of convincing her to do the tattoo. He said her Mother was getting out of jail and setting up the old gang and wanted her involved. Magnolia knew it was time to go.
However, an encounter with Dewey, a member of the Rescue and recovery team here. He had a crush on Magnolia for the last year; but the age difference bothered him. However, he would do anything to help her. Is there a future for them?
June 9, 2020
This book has two great things going for it one it is by one of my favourite authors and two it is one of my favourite series and like all the books in this series and by this author once I started it i didn't want to put it down
Dewy was a fighter pilot who shouldn't have survived the crash that ended his military career now two years later and a member of the brotherhood protectors he is still having trouble coming to terms with his new life The only thing that is drawing his attention is the tattoo artist at his local parlour a woman who he is attracted to hence the many new tattoos on his body. When her shop is peppered with bullets he rushes to her aid and finds her life is much more complicated than he realised she is on the run from her mother a woman who ran a criminal gang but is now in jail and due for release and she wants her daughter back in the fold or does she is it all that it seems With danger closing in on Magnolia it will be up to Dewey and the brotherhood protectors to keep her safe and in the process will Dewey be brave enough to let Magnolia know how he feels about her and what will she say.
Dewy was a fighter pilot who shouldn't have survived the crash that ended his military career now two years later and a member of the brotherhood protectors he is still having trouble coming to terms with his new life The only thing that is drawing his attention is the tattoo artist at his local parlour a woman who he is attracted to hence the many new tattoos on his body. When her shop is peppered with bullets he rushes to her aid and finds her life is much more complicated than he realised she is on the run from her mother a woman who ran a criminal gang but is now in jail and due for release and she wants her daughter back in the fold or does she is it all that it seems With danger closing in on Magnolia it will be up to Dewey and the brotherhood protectors to keep her safe and in the process will Dewey be brave enough to let Magnolia know how he feels about her and what will she say.
June 5, 2020
This world has the power to suck me in and pull me under. From the opening scene the drama and tension ratchet up and left this reader gasping for breath at how quickly the situation escalates. There was no time to catch my breath as twist after turn was thrown at this pair and I despaired if their best would be good enough. I adored Magnolia’s strength and determination. And Dewey’s “awe shucks” charm had me swooning right along with the rest of the female population. Together, they made a formidable team. I think one of the things I loved most about this story is that it brought me back into the heart of the Brotherhood Protectors World I’m most familiar with and we get to see what has become of some of those couples that captured our hearts in earlier books.
I received a complimentary advanced copy of this book from the author.
I received a complimentary advanced copy of this book from the author.
June 8, 2020
After almost two decades in the military and a crash landing that should have killed him, Dewey Stone has left the military and joined the Brotherhood Protectors. He is attracted to tattoo artist Magnolia Clarke and has found that getting a tattoo is a way to spend time with her. When she is threatened by a man from her past, he knows that he and the Brotherhood must protect her. As he learns more about her past, he realizes that she has had a horrible childhood that includes her mother serving time in prison. Fear of her mother getting out of prison has Magnolia ready to run, again. Can Dewey convince her that it is time to stop running and face and eliminate the threat? A beautiful love story of a man determined to give the love of his life a future…for both of them. I received an advance review copy at no cost and without obligation from the author. (by paytonpuppy)
June 6, 2020
A combination of one of my favorite authors and one of my favorite worlds is always a good thing, and this is such a combination. Dewey has been interested in Magnolia for a while, but hasn’t acted on it, and Magnolia is very aware of the handsome vet. This book has fast-paced action, heat between Dewey and Magnolia, and a revisiting of some of my favorite Protectors. It has the Brotherhood Protectors doing what they do best – protecting someone in danger and neutralizing the threat to her. It dealt more sensitively than anticipated with Magnolia’s mother too; perhaps there is redemption. So, all in all – great characters, good story, good suspense, fabulous world – what’s not to like?
I received a free copy of this book, and my review is voluntary.
I received a free copy of this book, and my review is voluntary.
June 9, 2020
Magnolia has a successful tattoo shop and she's been very happy here in the foothills of the Crazy Mountains. Now she fears she has to leave, a man sent a picture of her mother's crew tattoo and asked for an appointment. She put him off but an employee found the room. The events following the completion of the design make her fear for her life.
You know that Dewey and the Brotherhood Protectors aren't going to let her run, they're going to figure everything out and make sure she can live her life free of her mother and all the leftover minions.
Fast-paced, action-packed with plenty of suspense and sizzling heat.
I haven't read the other books connected to this world by Jen but somehow they just found their way to my kindle.
You know that Dewey and the Brotherhood Protectors aren't going to let her run, they're going to figure everything out and make sure she can live her life free of her mother and all the leftover minions.
Fast-paced, action-packed with plenty of suspense and sizzling heat.
I haven't read the other books connected to this world by Jen but somehow they just found their way to my kindle.
June 9, 2020
Magnolia hasn’t had an easy life.. Her parents are known criminals.. Her dad is now dead and her mom is in prison for killing him. She is living in Montana and running a tattoo parlor.. She had no clue the guy she was tattooing was Big Cal, but she knew he was tied to her family just by the tattoo she was doing.
Dewey works for the Brotherhood.. He has had a thing for Magnolia but no guts to do anything about it. When he is driving by her shop and it is being shot up he rushes in to help her. The more he finds out about her situation the more he wants to protect her.
Can Dewey protect her and make her his?
Dewey works for the Brotherhood.. He has had a thing for Magnolia but no guts to do anything about it. When he is driving by her shop and it is being shot up he rushes in to help her. The more he finds out about her situation the more he wants to protect her.
Can Dewey protect her and make her his?
June 6, 2020
I haven't read many Brotherhood Protectors, but Jen Talty is one of my favorite authors and I have loved every one of her books I read. Saving Magnolia is no exception. Dewey Stone and Magnolia Clarke have been attracted to one another from a distance. Trouble finds Magnolia and Dewey is there to help. I love the well-written plot and wonderful characters. The story is in the Brotherhood Protectors World, but it can be read as a stand-alone. I love the chemistry between Dewey and Magnolia. I highly recommend this book.
June 11, 2020
Another good book in this world.
Dewey is a retired military pilot and is living the good life doing up his ranch and work for Hank Patterson and the brotherhood protectors. His one love in life is Magnolia, a tattoo artist. The past is starting to catch up with Magnolia and a knight has swooped in to help. As their lives get better pretty quick, a past girlfriend threatens their happiness and their lives. I really liked this book. The characters were likable and were well suited for each other. I love these books in the brotherhood protectors world.
Dewey is a retired military pilot and is living the good life doing up his ranch and work for Hank Patterson and the brotherhood protectors. His one love in life is Magnolia, a tattoo artist. The past is starting to catch up with Magnolia and a knight has swooped in to help. As their lives get better pretty quick, a past girlfriend threatens their happiness and their lives. I really liked this book. The characters were likable and were well suited for each other. I love these books in the brotherhood protectors world.
June 13, 2020
Magnolia thought she was safe enough in Eagle Rock, but one tattoo changes that and before she has a chance to bolt Dewey is there making it difficult for her to decide what to do. You get why both Dewey and Magnolia hadn't acted on their attraction to each other and unfortunately or fortunately their hands are forced now that Magnolia's life is in danger. There is attraction, suspense, twists along with laughs and steamy times to keep you hooked and it was also great seeing Alabama and Dakota again!!
June 5, 2020
Magnolia is a tattoo artist. She also wants to be as far away as possible from her mom finding her. She has a thing for Dewey but he doesn't know about it.
Dewey works for Hank and the Brotherhood Protectors. He has had his eye on Magnolia for quite awhile.
Magnolia is in trouble and wants to run. Dewey is trying to get her to stay and the Brotherhood to help protect her. When trouble finally shows up, will their protection be enough?
Dewey works for Hank and the Brotherhood Protectors. He has had his eye on Magnolia for quite awhile.
Magnolia is in trouble and wants to run. Dewey is trying to get her to stay and the Brotherhood to help protect her. When trouble finally shows up, will their protection be enough?
June 9, 2020
If you like the Brotherhood Protectors you will like this book. We get to see Hank and the guys and some of their wife's. This is Dewey's book he was a Navy pilot when he comes to work for Hank. He meets Magnolia whose a tattoo artist and likes way to much but doesn't act on it because he thinks he's to old for her. What he doesn't know is she is hiding from her mother who is in prison. There's action, suspense, twists and turns. This is a quick read and as always the character's are great.
June 9, 2020
This was an excellent read. You have your highs and lows and the epilogue was epic. Magnolia is a tatto artist and hiding out from her mom who is in prison and Dewey was a Navy plot. He has like her a long time, but he's 40 and she's in her 20's. There is some danger, funny parts and new beginnings. HEA Received this book for free to leave an honest review.
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June 15, 2020Good read
Magnolia had been working on a tattoo for Dewey for about a year. But the night some guys shot up her tattoo parlor Dewey was there right away to help her. He insisted on her staying with him so he could protect her. She knew who had done the shooting but didn't want the police involved.
Magnolia had been working on a tattoo for Dewey for about a year. But the night some guys shot up her tattoo parlor Dewey was there right away to help her. He insisted on her staying with him so he could protect her. She knew who had done the shooting but didn't want the police involved.
May 18, 2021
Dewey & Magnolia's Journey
This is very good story from the Brotherhood Protectors world. Magnolia's parents had been running an illegal operation & are now in prison. This is the story of Magnolia's journey to get free of her parents & all aspects of their criminal actions and threats with help from Dewey. Good rezdinv
This is very good story from the Brotherhood Protectors world. Magnolia's parents had been running an illegal operation & are now in prison. This is the story of Magnolia's journey to get free of her parents & all aspects of their criminal actions and threats with help from Dewey. Good rezdinv
June 16, 2020
Great story!
I totally enjoyed reading this book! I loved the big old lug who was intent on saving Magnolia! He was clueless about love and relationships. But sometimes the bigger they are, the harder they fall. And he crashed, big time!
I totally enjoyed reading this book! I loved the big old lug who was intent on saving Magnolia! He was clueless about love and relationships. But sometimes the bigger they are, the harder they fall. And he crashed, big time!
June 10, 2020
Saving Magnolia was such a captivating story. Jen Talty has written a story that consumes you. I hooked from the first page till the last.
June 10, 2020
Good read
What a great little novella from Jen Talty..good storyline, plenty of action and drama with Magnolia and Dewey and the brotherhood protectors.
What a great little novella from Jen Talty..good storyline, plenty of action and drama with Magnolia and Dewey and the brotherhood protectors.
June 14, 2020
Talty penned a fast-paced, keep you on the edge of your seat novel that will keep you entertained from beginning to end. Fans of Talty and the Brotherhood Protectors won’t want to miss this one.
August 31, 2020
Chandra's Review
I truly enjoyed reading this book it was intriguing, mysterious, loving, and sexy! I would definitely recommend this book to read!👏🏾👏🏾😁😁
I truly enjoyed reading this book it was intriguing, mysterious, loving, and sexy! I would definitely recommend this book to read!👏🏾👏🏾😁😁
June 8, 2021
Romance
Thank you for sharing these wonderful romance novel series books. Please keep writing more of these wonderful books. Thank you
Thank you for sharing these wonderful romance novel series books. Please keep writing more of these wonderful books. Thank you
December 26, 2024
Great book
These are great books in this series. I've liked each one. You'll really like them. Not too long and great endings to them.
These are great books in this series. I've liked each one. You'll really like them. Not too long and great endings to them.
June 13, 2020
I received this book as part of an ARC review. Dewey and Magnolia were dancing around each other until Magnolia's past reared it's ugly head. Dewey steps up to protect her and in close quarters, their attraction flares and they fall in love. Magnolia is no shrinking violet and actually solves her own problems. Her mother turns states evidence but Magnolia still wants no more contact with her. The memories of her childhood were not good. I do like the surprise that Mother Nature gives Dewey and Magnolia. I look forward to more in this series.
October 15, 2020
You can't pick your family...
Magnolia has done everything she can to run as far from her family as fast as possible, but just as she has found a place that feels like home the ghosts of the past come calling. The minute Magnolia's life is in danger Dewey is done waiting! She is his and he will fight all her demons to keep her safe...forever.
Another fantastic book in the Brotherhood Protectors World.
Magnolia has done everything she can to run as far from her family as fast as possible, but just as she has found a place that feels like home the ghosts of the past come calling. The minute Magnolia's life is in danger Dewey is done waiting! She is his and he will fight all her demons to keep her safe...forever.
Another fantastic book in the Brotherhood Protectors World.
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