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Branagan
Branagan Kelly was born with the luck of the Irish--except in matters of heart. He gave up on finding Miss Right long ago and instead built a successful business in corporate finance. He’s accepted he was born to be a good son and brother and nothing else.
Until one stormy night leaves a mysterious, quiet girl stranded at his parent’s Irish pub. Now, life will never be the same.
Raven MIller can’t catch a break. She learned early that the world isn’t fair and life happens when you’re too busy making other plans. Navigating the world alone, she’s learned to rely on only herself after life landed her one sucker punch after another.
Until one stormy night leaves her stranded at an Irish Pub...
Until one stormy night leaves a mysterious, quiet girl stranded at his parent’s Irish pub. Now, life will never be the same.
Raven MIller can’t catch a break. She learned early that the world isn’t fair and life happens when you’re too busy making other plans. Navigating the world alone, she’s learned to rely on only herself after life landed her one sucker punch after another.
Until one stormy night leaves her stranded at an Irish Pub...
95 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 7, 2020
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Aria Cole
162 books1,372 followersAria Cole is the pen name of a USA Today bestselling author who published her first book in 2012 and began writing contemporary romance long before that.
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September 7, 2020
Pretty fast pace and some steam.
Raven has some car problems and weather problems now shes running towards a bar but she is harassed by few drunken men but she handles them well. And meets Bran as he's taking over for his family theirs a spark between them that driving Bran crazy once she leaves. Little did Bran know Raven is his Brothers new Tattoo artist at his shop.
They grow closer together after meeting again they do have a hiccup when Bran tries to but didnt mean to be to much, that it makes them have their first fight.
No ow drama and Tiny om deama (drunks and tattoo guy), no cheating, drama, slight secondary character, sexy times, virgin gal no manwhore celibate for years
Recommend- yes
Cover-⭐⭐⭐
Slowinsta
Masturbation
No condom
Anal play
Safeish
Hea
Epilogue
Raven has some car problems and weather problems now shes running towards a bar but she is harassed by few drunken men but she handles them well. And meets Bran as he's taking over for his family theirs a spark between them that driving Bran crazy once she leaves. Little did Bran know Raven is his Brothers new Tattoo artist at his shop.
They grow closer together after meeting again they do have a hiccup when Bran tries to but didnt mean to be to much, that it makes them have their first fight.
No ow drama and Tiny om deama (drunks and tattoo guy), no cheating, drama, slight secondary character, sexy times, virgin gal no manwhore celibate for years
Recommend- yes
Cover-⭐⭐⭐
Slowinsta
Masturbation
No condom
Anal play
Safeish
Hea
Epilogue
September 9, 2020
4.5 stars
This was a so close to 5 stars for me. If he would have been a virgin too it would have been right up there. I wasn’t sure about the heroine at doesn’t because it felt like she was going to be doing a lot of pushing away, but she relented.
-no cheating
-no ow/om drama
-a bit of pushing away but her heroine but was resolved quickly
-hero celibate a decade/ heroine a virgin
-epilogues 2 years and 8 years later
This was a so close to 5 stars for me. If he would have been a virgin too it would have been right up there. I wasn’t sure about the heroine at doesn’t because it felt like she was going to be doing a lot of pushing away, but she relented.
-no cheating
-no ow/om drama
-a bit of pushing away but her heroine but was resolved quickly
-hero celibate a decade/ heroine a virgin
-epilogues 2 years and 8 years later
June 29, 2021
Branagan's story was a torture to read... I was so excited that I finally I was going to indulge in another Kelly but I was disappointed. So disappointed, I skipped several sentences...Maybe even more... I liked Raven and Branagan as characters but that was the only thing that I actually liked. I'm not going to delve into the steamy moments, they were quite a turn-off.
P.S. An extra ⭐ because Trick made an appearance!
P.S. An extra ⭐ because Trick made an appearance!
October 22, 2020
When I’m with you, I feel like I’m living for the first time in my miserable life.
Branagan fell and he fell hard. Love when the H chases and fights for his one. Dual POV, virgin h, celibate H since high school, no cheating, talk of prior abuse, epilogue at 2 years and 8 years.
Branagan fell and he fell hard. Love when the H chases and fights for his one. Dual POV, virgin h, celibate H since high school, no cheating, talk of prior abuse, epilogue at 2 years and 8 years.
September 21, 2020
Bran is the oldest Kelly son, he helps at the bar occasionally, his regular job is in finance. Watching his parents struggle through the years he decided he needed the security money offered so he could better take care of his family. Raven works for Trick at his tattoo shop. Getting caught in a bad storm she has car trouble, has to walk to get help. Finds her way to Kelly’s where Bran is working. The two talk over drinks while she waits for the tow truck. Tired she sleeps in the bar’s office until the tow truck comes for her the next morning.
Neither can stop thinking of the other, Bran decides he’s going to get his girl, heads over to Trick’s shop to see her. Raven is dealing with a bad customer when Bran shows up, then Trick comes in, after getting rid of the customer both brothers argue. Not sure what that was about, Trick says something that leads you to believe he didn’t know Bran fought in illegal fights in college to make money for the family. Also how did Raven not put Kelly’s bar and Trick’s last name together? And how did Bran know Raven was a tattoo artist at Trick’s shop?
Bran and Raven talk and start their relationship, he even takes her to Sunday night dinner. Their sexy times were hot. But Bran oversteps the next morning and Raven gets mad and leaves his place. He apologizes and they make up. Soon after he proposes and they have their happily ever after. Two epilogues, two years later with pregnancy announcement and eight years later with three kids.
I really liked Bran and Raven’s characters, I like their chemistry and their caring for one another’s feelings. I felt like Bran’s character’s relationship with the family wasn’t the same as in the previous two books. He at one point says “ my miserable life”, the other two books made it seem like they were a very close knit loving family, and he comments on having a hard time with his dad. That made it hard to stay in the book, I kept thinking back to the other books.
Neither can stop thinking of the other, Bran decides he’s going to get his girl, heads over to Trick’s shop to see her. Raven is dealing with a bad customer when Bran shows up, then Trick comes in, after getting rid of the customer both brothers argue. Not sure what that was about, Trick says something that leads you to believe he didn’t know Bran fought in illegal fights in college to make money for the family. Also how did Raven not put Kelly’s bar and Trick’s last name together? And how did Bran know Raven was a tattoo artist at Trick’s shop?
Bran and Raven talk and start their relationship, he even takes her to Sunday night dinner. Their sexy times were hot. But Bran oversteps the next morning and Raven gets mad and leaves his place. He apologizes and they make up. Soon after he proposes and they have their happily ever after. Two epilogues, two years later with pregnancy announcement and eight years later with three kids.
I really liked Bran and Raven’s characters, I like their chemistry and their caring for one another’s feelings. I felt like Bran’s character’s relationship with the family wasn’t the same as in the previous two books. He at one point says “ my miserable life”, the other two books made it seem like they were a very close knit loving family, and he comments on having a hard time with his dad. That made it hard to stay in the book, I kept thinking back to the other books.
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October 26, 2020
Loved it!!
Safe read
No om/ow drama
H Celibate
h virgin
Epilogue 2 & 8 years
Safe read
No om/ow drama
H Celibate
h virgin
Epilogue 2 & 8 years
March 14, 2023
WOW!! I couldn't put this one down. I absolutely love it!! This was a nice quick, short read.
Branagan meets Raven when she comes into Kelly's the pub his parents own, on a Saturday night while he's working. Raven comes to the bar when her car breaks down, she has a couple of guys after her and Branagan scares them off. When she tells him she's tired he offers her a couch in the office to take a nap. He comes in the next morning, to let her know the tow truck will be there soon and he has some hot food waiting for her. Raven works with Bran's brother Tricks who owns the tattoo parlor, when a client walks in and wants Tricks to take care of him, he tells him he needs to step out for a minute and Raven can take care of him. After Tricks leaves the big guy tries to assault Raven but then she hears Bran come in. Bran tells the big guy he needs to leave, then Trick's walks in and sees what's going on, he tells the big guy he needs to leave also. The big guys tries to put up a fight but the two brothers stick together and the guy ends up leaving. Raven finally realizes Tricks and Bran are bothers and she can't believe it. Bran gets Tricks to change Raven schedule so she doesn't have to close up the shop anymore and is left alone. Bran takes Raven to Sunday dinner at this parents house, then they head back to his place. When they get inside he pleasure her, when she tells him she a virgin he is shocked. She gets up to leave but he tells her he's sorry and he doesn't want her to leave. He asks her to stay the night and he wants to do this right with her. Bran tells Raven to pleasure herself, while he watches her. Then he begins to pleasure her again, then they get physical. She wakes the next day, and he asks her about the tattoo on her wrist but she's not ready to tell him. Bran get a phone call from his assistant and then Raven realizes she is suppose to open, so she gets dressed. He asks her what she doing, when he tells her he called Tricks and asks for her to have the day off she flips out. Raven tells him he had no right doing that. She tells him she has to go and this was a mistake. When she gets to the shop they all look at her because they thought she was taking a day off. Bran comes storming in and tells her they need to talk. Tricks tells him he can't come into his business and shout at his employees. Wren, Tricks's girlfriend suggest they go get breakfast while Bran and Raven talk. Bran apologies to Raven, they talk about his past. He asks her not to run from him, he's waited his whole life for her. She tells him she's sorry, she's use to taking care of herself. He tells her he loves her, and asks her to have dinner with him, she accepts, so she can tell him about herself. Bran can't believe where Raven lives, he takes her to one of her favorite restaurants. Raven tells Bran what happened to her family and why she has the tattoo on her wrist. He takes her back to her apartment, he looks for her couch but she tells him she doesn't have one. He asks her to be his wife, and to marry him, she tells him yes. He tells her they'll get her stuff moved out in the morning he can't spend another night without her. He tells her he has big plans for them. Two years later they celebrate their one year anniversary. He places a piece of paper in her hands, its a drawing Tricks did of Raven sleeping, he got it tattooed on his left peck all the way to his belly button. She tells him she has a surprise of her own, she hands him a piece of paper. He asks her if they're having a baby, then he goes to his knees in front of her, talking to her stomach. He thanks her for giving him the world, she thanks him for giving her a family. Eight years later, they have Aisling, Clara, and Brin they are getting ready to go to Bran's parents for Sunday dinner. Raven tells them all she loves them all so much. Bran tells Raven from the moment he met her he knew she was his.
Branagan meets Raven when she comes into Kelly's the pub his parents own, on a Saturday night while he's working. Raven comes to the bar when her car breaks down, she has a couple of guys after her and Branagan scares them off. When she tells him she's tired he offers her a couch in the office to take a nap. He comes in the next morning, to let her know the tow truck will be there soon and he has some hot food waiting for her. Raven works with Bran's brother Tricks who owns the tattoo parlor, when a client walks in and wants Tricks to take care of him, he tells him he needs to step out for a minute and Raven can take care of him. After Tricks leaves the big guy tries to assault Raven but then she hears Bran come in. Bran tells the big guy he needs to leave, then Trick's walks in and sees what's going on, he tells the big guy he needs to leave also. The big guys tries to put up a fight but the two brothers stick together and the guy ends up leaving. Raven finally realizes Tricks and Bran are bothers and she can't believe it. Bran gets Tricks to change Raven schedule so she doesn't have to close up the shop anymore and is left alone. Bran takes Raven to Sunday dinner at this parents house, then they head back to his place. When they get inside he pleasure her, when she tells him she a virgin he is shocked. She gets up to leave but he tells her he's sorry and he doesn't want her to leave. He asks her to stay the night and he wants to do this right with her. Bran tells Raven to pleasure herself, while he watches her. Then he begins to pleasure her again, then they get physical. She wakes the next day, and he asks her about the tattoo on her wrist but she's not ready to tell him. Bran get a phone call from his assistant and then Raven realizes she is suppose to open, so she gets dressed. He asks her what she doing, when he tells her he called Tricks and asks for her to have the day off she flips out. Raven tells him he had no right doing that. She tells him she has to go and this was a mistake. When she gets to the shop they all look at her because they thought she was taking a day off. Bran comes storming in and tells her they need to talk. Tricks tells him he can't come into his business and shout at his employees. Wren, Tricks's girlfriend suggest they go get breakfast while Bran and Raven talk. Bran apologies to Raven, they talk about his past. He asks her not to run from him, he's waited his whole life for her. She tells him she's sorry, she's use to taking care of herself. He tells her he loves her, and asks her to have dinner with him, she accepts, so she can tell him about herself. Bran can't believe where Raven lives, he takes her to one of her favorite restaurants. Raven tells Bran what happened to her family and why she has the tattoo on her wrist. He takes her back to her apartment, he looks for her couch but she tells him she doesn't have one. He asks her to be his wife, and to marry him, she tells him yes. He tells her they'll get her stuff moved out in the morning he can't spend another night without her. He tells her he has big plans for them. Two years later they celebrate their one year anniversary. He places a piece of paper in her hands, its a drawing Tricks did of Raven sleeping, he got it tattooed on his left peck all the way to his belly button. She tells him she has a surprise of her own, she hands him a piece of paper. He asks her if they're having a baby, then he goes to his knees in front of her, talking to her stomach. He thanks her for giving him the world, she thanks him for giving her a family. Eight years later, they have Aisling, Clara, and Brin they are getting ready to go to Bran's parents for Sunday dinner. Raven tells them all she loves them all so much. Bran tells Raven from the moment he met her he knew she was his.
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January 16, 2021
Bran is the oldest of the Kelly boys, and he has been the one to make sure everyone has been taken care of. Bran wanted more of his lift than what he saw from his family, so instead of working at the bar, he paved his own way, but that did not mean he would not help out when needed. Raven moved to town recently and is good what she does, unfortunately the weather on her way home is not very welcoming, which is how she ending up on at the door of the bar.
Bran is a strong character with a possessive protective side, he does not give he heart to just anyone, but when he sees Raven, in his heart he knows things will never be the same. Raven has gone through pain in her life, more than one should especially at a young age, so she makes it a point to be able to take care of herself. But sometimes it is good to let go of the reigns.
This is a great addition to this series. I enjoy getting to know each brother as they find love.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Bran is a strong character with a possessive protective side, he does not give he heart to just anyone, but when he sees Raven, in his heart he knows things will never be the same. Raven has gone through pain in her life, more than one should especially at a young age, so she makes it a point to be able to take care of herself. But sometimes it is good to let go of the reigns.
This is a great addition to this series. I enjoy getting to know each brother as they find love.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 7, 2020
Smoking hot, I can't even explain how hot Branagan and Raven were! Raven is skittish, understandably so when you find out her past. Branagan's type A personality almost derails them. He just can't help himself, its in his nature to take care of anyone he loves. That said, he also apologizes when he messes up, which is huge to me. Their connection is very apparent right from the start and I was mesmerized by it. I didn't want it to end, I wanted to see their life together play out. I adored this story if you can't tell by my gushing! Another 5 star read from Aria Cole and Mila Crawford!
September 16, 2020
This book was a very quick read with very minimal amount of drama. Branagan and Raven meet when Raven is having car trouble in a storm. She walks into Kelly’s bar and ends up staying there while waiting for a tow truck. Their relationship takes off quickly and you can really feel how much Bran cares for Raven.
After a small amount of drama, I do think the story wrapped up unbelievably quickly. This was a cute story with a hea. I wanted to read it because I read the others in the series, but I did like the other brothers books better.
After a small amount of drama, I do think the story wrapped up unbelievably quickly. This was a cute story with a hea. I wanted to read it because I read the others in the series, but I did like the other brothers books better.
September 8, 2020
Love and first fight.
Branagan is a grumpy, strong and successful alpha man. Raven is a strong because she has to female who has been delt a raw hand from life. When he lays eyes on her for the first time the rest is history. This story has steamy scenes and shows of alpha dominance as well as both of their stubborn streaks but you cannot help but fall in love with these Kelly brothers.
Branagan is a grumpy, strong and successful alpha man. Raven is a strong because she has to female who has been delt a raw hand from life. When he lays eyes on her for the first time the rest is history. This story has steamy scenes and shows of alpha dominance as well as both of their stubborn streaks but you cannot help but fall in love with these Kelly brothers.
September 7, 2020
Sweet and spicy romance read!
An insta-love romance read that was sweet and spicy! I loved Branagan and Raven’s story is was quick, well written and had a sweet chemistry with the feels of a good romance. You don’t want to miss this newest release that doesn’t disappoint. I can’t wait to read the rest of the Kelly brothers story.
An insta-love romance read that was sweet and spicy! I loved Branagan and Raven’s story is was quick, well written and had a sweet chemistry with the feels of a good romance. You don’t want to miss this newest release that doesn’t disappoint. I can’t wait to read the rest of the Kelly brothers story.
September 8, 2020
WOW
Branagan doesn't play when he sets his sights on Raven it's like nothing can stop him! Such an awesome book, I literally could not put it down! I've always liked these two authors writing together but this one is great. It packs a lot of emotion and hotness all in one delicious book.im so loving these brothers!
Branagan doesn't play when he sets his sights on Raven it's like nothing can stop him! Such an awesome book, I literally could not put it down! I've always liked these two authors writing together but this one is great. It packs a lot of emotion and hotness all in one delicious book.im so loving these brothers!
September 18, 2020
Great
Raven is a tattoo artist with a rough past. Branagan is in corporate finance, he also helps with his parents bar. They meet when Raven ends up at his parents bar stranded for the night, The attraction between them immediate. But when the daylight comes raven leaves. Will Branagan find her again? Will there be a HEA?
Raven is a tattoo artist with a rough past. Branagan is in corporate finance, he also helps with his parents bar. They meet when Raven ends up at his parents bar stranded for the night, The attraction between them immediate. But when the daylight comes raven leaves. Will Branagan find her again? Will there be a HEA?
September 10, 2020
Finding Strength
Branagan takes one look at strong and independent Raven kicking butt and taking names and falls hard, she's the woman he's been looking for all his life. Raven has her scars but Bran knows how to heal her in this sexy and emotional tale.
Branagan takes one look at strong and independent Raven kicking butt and taking names and falls hard, she's the woman he's been looking for all his life. Raven has her scars but Bran knows how to heal her in this sexy and emotional tale.
November 27, 2022
Five stars for the newest book in the Kelly's brothers series. This was such an awesome read and your going to fall in love with the eldest brother in the Kelly family. Raven is such a sweet character and I love her moxie. Love how Bran gave her the one thing she needed a family.
September 9, 2020
It was soo soo good and soo soo H.O.T ! I love Branagan and Raven love story! Can't wait for Sean story! 😍❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🥰
September 18, 2020
Heartfelt
This was a good book to read. It was sweet. I liked it when he thought: sweet and beautiful and sassy.
This was a good book to read. It was sweet. I liked it when he thought: sweet and beautiful and sassy.
September 30, 2020
really enjoyed this one. solid 3.5 stars
October 11, 2020
😭😭😭🥰
This book made me cry. This poor girl really had a hard life, her back story was super sad... But she took to motherhood like a boss
This book made me cry. This poor girl really had a hard life, her back story was super sad... But she took to motherhood like a boss
October 26, 2020
I would have liked it more but didn't like the bedroom scenes, mostly the end
October 29, 2020
Intriguing series
I absolutely enjoyed reading branagan & raven story from the very beginning to the end. I can’t wait to see what happens next.
I absolutely enjoyed reading branagan & raven story from the very beginning to the end. I can’t wait to see what happens next.
December 16, 2020
Hard to rate. Parts I loved, parts I skimmed, and one particular part had me rolling my eyes. Didn’t love it but didn’t hate it either.
January 6, 2021
I liked this installment but for some reason, I could not really connect to the characters and I found the pacing a bit weird.
October 2, 2021
Loved it way better then 5 stars whole series
June 29, 2023
Rated
4 Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
4 Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
September 8, 2020
i read this book as part of an arc program. This is the story of Branagan Kelly, the oldest son of the Kelly family. When Branagan i=visits his family, he learns his mother and father need a break from the bar they own, so he offers to work on Saturday nights. Branagan never wanted to work at the bar, instead he is an wealthy investment consultant. When Raven was driving home during a storm, her car broke down and she went to the bar to call for a tow truck. branagan never had an interest in finding a woman until he saw Raven. Raven and Branagan were stuck at the bar over night and Branagan made sure Raven was comfortable in the office. The next morning, Branagan offered to make breakfast for Raven. Branagan wanted to get to know her and learned she was a tattoo artist. When Raven went to work, she was surprised to see Branagan coming in the shop, and that he was her boss's brother. Branagan knew Raven was meant to be his and he was determined to be with her. I liked this book. I think Branagan realized he was in love at first sight with Raven and wanted to be with her. Raven was attracted to Branagan, but she also wanted to have her own life and reach her dreams. Branagan was a little dominating and had to learn he couldn't control everything. Good one.
September 4, 2020
Wow!! This was so much deeper than I was expecting! Branagan, like his brothers, is an Irish rogue. He's massively built, smart, sexy, and has depths that go well beyond what the eye can see. He hides a pain, and rarely does anyone see him for the caring but complicated man he is. Raven is slight, feisty, guarded, and determined. She has a tragic and dark past, relying on no one as that only leads to disappointment. A dark, stormy, rain swept night changes everything for them both, in all the best ways. These two have unexpected pasts, making their connect all the more sweet. Now each finally has someone who sees them for who they are, accepts them, fears and all. Sexy, fun, and wonderfully intense, this is a great third book in the series. Happy Reading!!
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 8, 2020
Book 3 in The Kelly Brothers series is "Branagan", the story of the eldest of the Kelly brothers. Branagan is ridiculously successful in the world of high finance, but he is lonely. While helping out the family by tending bar in their pub one Saturday night, he rescues Raven when she has a minor car accident. He is instantly enamoured with the beautiful young tattoo artist. Having had a tragic upbringing, Raven does not trust easily and is overwhelmed by Branagan's protectiveness. But once she meets the entire Kelly family and sees what a family CAN be, she lowers her guard. Branagan's pursuit of the woman he knows is meant to be his is swoon-worthy. Mila Crawford and Aria Cole have created two wonderful characters and a hot and steamy read.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 8, 2020
I kind of loved this story. It was entertaining and enjoyable for the most part. The characters were interesting and likable mostly. I was glad that Timmy was caught and thrown out pending additional trouble to be handed down later. Branagan and Raven are opposites but somehow also not opposites at all. Branagan was a suit-wearing businessman while Raven was a tattooed tattoo artist and they totally clicked with each other. Branagan wanted to help and take care of Raven but Raven was too independent for that and told Bran so. I liked that Bran was all about letting Raven decide the pace of their relationship so that she would be comfortable. Their happy ever after made me smile. I recommend reading this book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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