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Brother's Keeper #1A
Declan: Part 1
Alternate cover edition of ASIN B08BHHKXHP
PART 1
You met them in the McKenzie Ridge series, get to know them in Brother's Keeper...
This broody bunch of Irish Alpha's with heart are the brother's you want on your side when things go wrong...
This edge of your seat series will make you laugh just before it takes you through twists and turns you won't see coming and will give you all the feels along the way...
The O'Reilly Brothers are your next binge read series - they're unputdownable...
Brother's Keeper I: Declan -
The only thing that can taint money, privilege, and endless access to the finer things in life is murder.
Lydia exchanges her life of luxury for a life on the run when she discovers her real estate tycoon husband is nothing more than a cold-blooded killer with endless resources. The only person who can keep her alive is the last person she wants to trust.
Declan O’Reilly was on his way to retiring from a life undercover when his final case took a potentially fatal turn. Blowing his cover to protect the only reason he stayed on the case to begin with becomes a challenge when money and power corrupt the very agency he was sworn to trust.
Going off the grid, where nobody can find them, Dec learns his desire to protect Lydia is more than just a job...
He risks it all to protect the one thing he thought he could never have...
She fights to discover what she’s really made of only to find its what he saw in her all along...
Not once, but twice, fate offers a maniacal twist that can tear them apart, as much as it can drive them together while trying to outrun the extensive reach of a diabolical criminal.
Sometimes you have to break rules to protect what you love.
Can Brother’s Keeper Security help them find their way, or does it just put more lives on the line?
PART 1
You met them in the McKenzie Ridge series, get to know them in Brother's Keeper...
This broody bunch of Irish Alpha's with heart are the brother's you want on your side when things go wrong...
This edge of your seat series will make you laugh just before it takes you through twists and turns you won't see coming and will give you all the feels along the way...
The O'Reilly Brothers are your next binge read series - they're unputdownable...
Brother's Keeper I: Declan -
The only thing that can taint money, privilege, and endless access to the finer things in life is murder.
Lydia exchanges her life of luxury for a life on the run when she discovers her real estate tycoon husband is nothing more than a cold-blooded killer with endless resources. The only person who can keep her alive is the last person she wants to trust.
Declan O’Reilly was on his way to retiring from a life undercover when his final case took a potentially fatal turn. Blowing his cover to protect the only reason he stayed on the case to begin with becomes a challenge when money and power corrupt the very agency he was sworn to trust.
Going off the grid, where nobody can find them, Dec learns his desire to protect Lydia is more than just a job...
He risks it all to protect the one thing he thought he could never have...
She fights to discover what she’s really made of only to find its what he saw in her all along...
Not once, but twice, fate offers a maniacal twist that can tear them apart, as much as it can drive them together while trying to outrun the extensive reach of a diabolical criminal.
Sometimes you have to break rules to protect what you love.
Can Brother’s Keeper Security help them find their way, or does it just put more lives on the line?
220 pages, ebook
First published August 24, 2017
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About the author
Stephanie St. Klaire
51 books940 followersAbout Stephanie St. Klaire
USA Today Best-Selling Author Stephanie St. Klaire is multifaceted romance writer that has found her calling making readers bite their nails in suspense and hang on the edge of their seats with baited breath, as they wait for the next startling mystery to be unveiled.
Whether she’s off the grid hunting her diabolical killer’s next victim or plotting gritty crime thrillers that will leave you questioning her sanity, she always brings the chaos and the heat. (Watch yourself or you just might end up a character in one of her stories!)
Equal parts Hallmark and Criminal Minds, SSK balances her dark side by writing rom-com as her alter ego Stephie Klaire.
The Pacific Northwest native currently resides in Portland, Oregon with her husband, five children, and two ferocious lap dogs— where every day is Taco Tuesday and Christmas isn’t just a season... it’s a state of mind.
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USA Today Best-Selling Author Stephanie St. Klaire is multifaceted romance writer that has found her calling making readers bite their nails in suspense and hang on the edge of their seats with baited breath, as they wait for the next startling mystery to be unveiled.
Whether she’s off the grid hunting her diabolical killer’s next victim or plotting gritty crime thrillers that will leave you questioning her sanity, she always brings the chaos and the heat. (Watch yourself or you just might end up a character in one of her stories!)
Equal parts Hallmark and Criminal Minds, SSK balances her dark side by writing rom-com as her alter ego Stephie Klaire.
The Pacific Northwest native currently resides in Portland, Oregon with her husband, five children, and two ferocious lap dogs— where every day is Taco Tuesday and Christmas isn’t just a season... it’s a state of mind.
Follow Stephanie St. Klaire on Social media to learn more about her, and to keep up with her work.
Website: www.stephaniestklaire.com
Newsletter: www.stephaniestklaire.com/newsletter
Facebook page: http://bit.ly/2l27QeK
Facebook profile: http://bit.ly/2kdNBa1
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November 11, 2022
Oh my... The story starts off being interesting. The author writes in 3rd person and switches the perspective of the two lead characters from one paragraph to another, sometimes from sentence to sentence, which is annoying.
Through the book it is pointed out that the female lead is a committed vegan. She is bickering about it, but the first moment it gets complicated, she eats non vegan food. Fine, I can ignore this two or three times. However, when Declan cooks dinner, she fusses about being vegan and then takes his steak. Not the buttered vegetables; no the steak.
I can understand if the author doesn't like vegan people. However, she could have shown this in another way. If she wanted to show that Lydia is spoiled, there would have been other ways. Lydia doesn't comment, not having her lotions or hair products or whatever. She is only bickering about the (non) vegan food. It is talked more about in the book than that she is separated from her son. Strange emphasis on that topic. I stopped reading at Chapter 8.
Through the book it is pointed out that the female lead is a committed vegan. She is bickering about it, but the first moment it gets complicated, she eats non vegan food. Fine, I can ignore this two or three times. However, when Declan cooks dinner, she fusses about being vegan and then takes his steak. Not the buttered vegetables; no the steak.
I can understand if the author doesn't like vegan people. However, she could have shown this in another way. If she wanted to show that Lydia is spoiled, there would have been other ways. Lydia doesn't comment, not having her lotions or hair products or whatever. She is only bickering about the (non) vegan food. It is talked more about in the book than that she is separated from her son. Strange emphasis on that topic. I stopped reading at Chapter 8.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 30, 2020
Declan Part 2: Fantastic, great suspense, surprise, and challenges. Declan was always the right one for Lydia. I loved how he would do anything for her because of his love for and Jax. Declan and his brothers would do anything to protect the family and the women they love. All the characters are amazing. The men may be the heroes but the women are defiantly heroines throughout the stories. Lydia protects her heart from Declan because of how he left before and she didn't want to get hurt again but her feelings are so strong for him and she knows in the back of her mind that he is not doing everything because he feels guilty but because of his love for them both. It was a wonderful story and a great romance.
June 27, 2020
GREAT BEGINNING!! This story is AWESOME and looooong and also fun!! LOL! A romantic suspense that will keep you glued to the pages but, will also have you cracking up!! I found myself laughing so hard at one point that I had to stop reading to wipe my eyes. A GREAT start to a new series!!!
June 27, 2020
Great book! I did not want to put it down once I started the book. It was a very fast paced book. Very well written. I love how the author writes separate stand alone books, but they are inter-twined with each other. So glad I did not get caught reading at work when I should have been working.
November 5, 2021
Love this one so much! Give me some mystery and action along with romance and I am hooked. Lydia is living an awful life except for her son. Now she has witnessed something horrific and needs to run for her life. Someone grabs her and she is terrified. She realizes who it is and still terrified until he tells her he is under cover. His name is Declan. She goes along with him even though she does not know whether to trust him or not. Declan is there is keep her safe and bring her husband to justice. But he underestimates the attraction to Lydia. Now he has the challenge to keep her safe and keep himself in check. Think he can do it?
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March 27, 2022"He was feeling a bit sensitive and emotionally aware- not like him at all. All her could feel at that moment, when thoughts of vegan cooking and emotions raced through his head, was that he was becoming a giant pussy, and he didn't hate it.
DNF
This one isn't for me, but it probably will sit well for everyone else. A good on the run protective plot line, but I couldn't stand the toxic male lead. I had one foot out when he "didn't really think she was vegan" (like, how would he know?) and comments and actions after just left a bad taste in my mouth. (But I'm a sensitive vegan so no, the third time he's like serving steak after knowing her preferences wasn't amusing to me)
DNF
This one isn't for me, but it probably will sit well for everyone else. A good on the run protective plot line, but I couldn't stand the toxic male lead. I had one foot out when he "didn't really think she was vegan" (like, how would he know?) and comments and actions after just left a bad taste in my mouth. (But I'm a sensitive vegan so no, the third time he's like serving steak after knowing her preferences wasn't amusing to me)
February 6, 2023
Dagnabbit!
I only recently found this author, but have enjoyed her books until this one. I absolutely hate books that end with a cliffhanger and don't understand why authors have to use them. It seems to me that authors only use them to pull us in and get us to buy more books. I'm more likely to buy from an author who is loyal to their readers than with this trick. I live on a fixed income and have to choose what I purchase carefully. I've even had to stop purchasing some of my favorite authors due to the cost. If you don't like cliffhangers, don't get this book.
I only recently found this author, but have enjoyed her books until this one. I absolutely hate books that end with a cliffhanger and don't understand why authors have to use them. It seems to me that authors only use them to pull us in and get us to buy more books. I'm more likely to buy from an author who is loyal to their readers than with this trick. I live on a fixed income and have to choose what I purchase carefully. I've even had to stop purchasing some of my favorite authors due to the cost. If you don't like cliffhangers, don't get this book.
August 31, 2020
The book was captivating right from the start. Once I started I failed to let go of it. The story was properly written and I felt like I was part of the scene. However, I felt sorry for Lucy and Declan as they hide from the ruthless killer Esteban and his followers. Finally the killer was killed without harming Megan
I liked the book and gave it 5 star rating. I am looking forward to read more of your books
I liked the book and gave it 5 star rating. I am looking forward to read more of your books
June 4, 2021
Enjoyable read. Lydia sees her husband kill someone and ends up going on the run with Esteban's right hand man who is actually undercover to bring down Esteban's entire organization. This book started out slow in the beginning. Lydia seem to be someone with high standards not eating certain foods and questioning everything Declan was trying to do to keep her safe. I like that Declan had enough patience at first, but then had to bring her down some notches. Overall this was a ok read.
August 12, 2021
Love Stephanie St. Klaire; don't like books where the story finishes in book two, but I've read many of her stories and they always end well, so I purchased a 3 book set with Brother's Keeper 1 -3 (Declan Books 1 & 2 + Liam). Book 1 is about Declan and Lydia (no spoilers) and continues into book 1.5/2. NOT a standalone (need to read the 2nd book to finish the story), but a HEA at the end of book #2. Lots of action, intrigue, secrets, tie-ins with the rest of the books in the series.
September 20, 2021
Brothers Keeper I: Declan (Part 1)
It would be good to read the McKenzie Ridge series first to better understand this series. Part one is the other viewpoint of keeping Lydia safe as well as her son and het sister. Action packed, it tells of the story between Declan and Lydia as well as the difficulty of being on the run when the bad guys keep finding you before you can take them out of the equation.
It would be good to read the McKenzie Ridge series first to better understand this series. Part one is the other viewpoint of keeping Lydia safe as well as her son and het sister. Action packed, it tells of the story between Declan and Lydia as well as the difficulty of being on the run when the bad guys keep finding you before you can take them out of the equation.
February 17, 2022
This thrilling story immediately captivated me and had me on the edge of my seat through a forbidden love, ups and downs, suspense, family drama, and more. I loved the raw honesty of this story. I loved the chemistry. I loved watching Lydia & Declan navigate a life on the run. I let out an audible GASP several times while reading this. And that speaks to just how well this author gets her readers wrapped up in the story. I did not see that ending coming. Talk about a plot thickens. I can’t take it!! My heart has been put through a roller coaster ride of emotions and then St. Klaire twisted the knife a little bit further...with that cliffhanger!! Thankfully part 2 is sitting on my Kindle app ready to be read.
July 3, 2023
This was really good, but spoiler alert I could not give it 5 stars because of a cliff hanger! Declan and Lydia's story should have been one full story. Declan is undercover and he has to help Lydia, if not.... she and her son could die. He will have a tough time getting her to trust him. Lydia has witnessed her husband murder a man, but he doesn't realize it...though his right hand man Jason does. Her world is turned upside down.
October 11, 2024
Great
Declan and Lydia.
This was a great read. A roller coaster ride.
So many ups and downs.
This is the first book in the Brother's Keeper Security. It has so much drama. It is a witness protection type of book. The main characters start to get feelings for each other because of their proximity to each other.
Lydias son lives with her sister until the situation clears up..
To me the ending is a cliffhanger.
I don't like them, but I want to know what happens so read on.
Declan and Lydia.
This was a great read. A roller coaster ride.
So many ups and downs.
This is the first book in the Brother's Keeper Security. It has so much drama. It is a witness protection type of book. The main characters start to get feelings for each other because of their proximity to each other.
Lydias son lives with her sister until the situation clears up..
To me the ending is a cliffhanger.
I don't like them, but I want to know what happens so read on.
January 10, 2025
I downloaded the eBook because the value of the entire series was too good to pass up. Also, the last two novels I wrote were filled with crime and mystery, but I haven't read anything current from the genre. So, to keep current in the industry I'm trying to break into, I read The Fall of Declan and was quite pleased by it. From mystery, to romance, to suspense and high stakes, this turned out to be a decent read.
June 8, 2022
The fall of Declan
I love this book! Love Declan and his not much to say attitude. He was very protective and fell hard for Lydia. Lydia was sweet but kind of naive after being raised with money. Her whole world came crashing down and Declan was there to pick it up. I can't wait to read book two!
I love this book! Love Declan and his not much to say attitude. He was very protective and fell hard for Lydia. Lydia was sweet but kind of naive after being raised with money. Her whole world came crashing down and Declan was there to pick it up. I can't wait to read book two!
December 9, 2020
This is the author's first book that I tried. I have finished this series, all books are now out. It was amazing. I have now read all of her books and have loved them all. Definitely give this book a try and then you will be a fan for life.
February 22, 2023
Heart racing, action packed and emotionally thrilling roller coaster adventure filled with exciting charters, witty banter, thrilling twists and undeniable passion. Highly entertaining adventure that was so had to put down.
July 24, 2023
Review
Declan was on the run with Lydia and her son trying to protect them from her husband and his men. Declan was retiring but he had to protect by going on the run. They were fighting their connection. With his brothers not his team because somebody is giving away secrets
Declan was on the run with Lydia and her son trying to protect them from her husband and his men. Declan was retiring but he had to protect by going on the run. They were fighting their connection. With his brothers not his team because somebody is giving away secrets
July 28, 2023
Excellent story but unnecessary sex
I loved the story and the characters ut the explicite sex scenes are so unnecessary. With the right suggestions the imagination is so much more satisfying.
I loved the story and the characters ut the explicite sex scenes are so unnecessary. With the right suggestions the imagination is so much more satisfying.
October 24, 2023
4.5
Omg 😳 this story had something of everything, love of cause, trills & spills, a traitor, anger, even a few laughs and annoying slowness 😡. But all in all a good story, looking forward to reading about Dec & Lydia’s HEA
Omg 😳 this story had something of everything, love of cause, trills & spills, a traitor, anger, even a few laughs and annoying slowness 😡. But all in all a good story, looking forward to reading about Dec & Lydia’s HEA
November 8, 2024
Romantic suspense with a little steam.
Declan is protecting Lydia while they run from Lydia's criminal husband. I wasn't sucked into the story and probably wouldn't continue it except I own them all, so why not? It's entertaining enough to keep reading.
Declan is protecting Lydia while they run from Lydia's criminal husband. I wasn't sucked into the story and probably wouldn't continue it except I own them all, so why not? It's entertaining enough to keep reading.
November 28, 2024
On the run
Absolutely loved this book. Lydia and Declan are forced on the run because of what she witnessed. Always looming over there shoulder creates a bond of trust and lust. Great characters!
Absolutely loved this book. Lydia and Declan are forced on the run because of what she witnessed. Always looming over there shoulder creates a bond of trust and lust. Great characters!
December 23, 2024
She's tougher than she looks
Well, she went through hell and back after witnessing her true husband.
Declan was her real savior in more than one way.
But she's made of stronger stuff, and he brought that out in her.
Well, she went through hell and back after witnessing her true husband.
Declan was her real savior in more than one way.
But she's made of stronger stuff, and he brought that out in her.
September 2, 2020
Okay I Want More
What a great read, love a little adventure with romance.
Thanks for an enjoyable tale and preview of next book which sounds better than Declan.
What a great read, love a little adventure with romance.
Thanks for an enjoyable tale and preview of next book which sounds better than Declan.
September 3, 2020
Love the way the story flows!
Don't want to say too much, but definitely a great read!
Don't want to say too much, but definitely a great read!
November 4, 2020
That was a good ending to part one. I’d like to find out what happened with the rest of the clan.
November 8, 2020
I really liked this story didn't want it to end. I am now reading book two can not wait to see what happens next. Would make a great movie
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