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Yetti, Hayes, and Keys sibling love and loyalty. Their circle is tight, and no one comes before family.

After surviving a traumatic childhood, all three brothers are left a little unstable, with hearts of stone. It drives them to succeed in the streets, but creates a void where matters of the heart are concerned. Together, they run an empire that has allotted them money, respect and power, which of course fuels tensions and has enemies lurking in the shadows. Either way, they stand tall and they stand together.

Yetti especially was dealing with some serious demons, one of which was forced by his mother choosing his life over hers. His past has made him unwilling to open up, and his motto in life has basically been hit and run as far as women were concerned. Their only benefit to him was to satisfy his needs. No connection, no emotional commitments until he meets the one woman who can turn his life and his heart upside down.

Keys is set in his ways and enjoying life by his own terms. His status has placed him in the position to have just about any woman he sets his sights on until he runs across Asha. Their first encounter was one for the records. She took control and forced him to play by her rules This only fueled Keys’ curiosity and had him chasing her for more.

Hayes is the baby of the family and seems to have it all together, with a long term girlfriend and beautiful baby girl, you’d think life should be perfect, however new struggles seem to be finding the two of them daily.

The streets aren’t kind when it comes to matters of the heart and defending your empire. Hopefully they will all find their way out with their hearts intact.

700 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 2, 2022

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K.C. Mills

197 books1,701 followers
KC Mills is an international bestselling author, speaker, and CEO. Ranked along with well respected authors, Mills has over 100 books which have hit number 1 bestsellers. She has proven herself as a leader in her industry with over 120 successful books written and published within a five year timeframe. She is committed to bringing exceptional literary works that offer a romantic twist, as well as subtlety veering away from the norm. She still however leaves you captivated by her stories, characters and always wanting more. Mills’ current focus is her cross over to the script writing arena where she will begin writing for some of Atlanta’s top production companies and the nation’s most notable television networks.

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Profile Image for tayara tate.
929 reviews2 followers
March 30, 2022
Best book

I love every thing about this series. The masters are a fiery set of brothers that didn't back down from no one. I think it was told the best way possible for this book. The women changed them for the better.
919 reviews
February 16, 2022
The three brothers were complicated and flawed. It was a lot to unpack with them because they were crazy AF in their own way.

Yetti to me is the craziest brother. He’s always in his head and not friendly, but I liked his solumness. When he loves he will go hard. He did some crazy stuff that had me cracking up Lordt. He experienced trauma at a young age and it continued to still mess with him. Reelle was one sensitive individual and she needs a thick skin to handle Yetti. Her parents were a piece of work for real for real.

Hayes also battled demons and is madly in love with with his high school sweetheart, but happens when your high school bae feels stifled and needs her own identity thinking that she’s too involved with you? Rah was somewhat confused. She had everything, but had her trifling sister attempt to break up her home. Rah was very naive about her sister and just try to see the good in everyone.

Keys is the oldest, and he protected his two brothers with his life at a young age. He also battling demons. I loved how the brothers are so close. The brothers had it rough growing up and this shaped the way they think and handled situations. It stifled that emotional side of them so when these ladies came into their lives it was an adjustment for Keys and Yetti. They survived but if still messed their mental. Asha was annoying AF and just extra with everything.

Their dad was a monster and it’s sad how their mom stayed with him and didn’t get out because of the kids. I wanted to see how their dad Lewis was handled for real.

Again loved all three brothers because they all bring something to the table and were different in their own way.
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669 reviews2 followers
April 25, 2024
Twisted Brothers

Per! I enjoyed Yetti, Reelle, Keys, Asha, Hayse, and Rah's journey.

They faced some tough situations, but they had each other's backs.

Asha came off a bit thirsty in the beginning, but Sis just knew her worth and what she wanted. She played the game and got her man... and Keys got her in the end. Lol!

Yetti was nuts! He was damaged and simply lacked empathy. It was almost like his head, heart, and mouth were on three different vibrations. He was trying HARD to Do and Be better. Luckily for him cause while it took a minute, Reelle spoke his language..

All that empathy, he lacked was right there all along! "Teach me how to love" 🎵🎵🎵

Baby, Hayes was the biggest enigma of them all. He had no love for the streets w/ the exception of his two brothers, His lady and daughter. While his older brothers had no use for women outside of sex in their lives. He carved out his own piece of heaven just for him, in Rah and his daughter since they were jits!

Now, this is not a love story. These brothers were ruthless and deadly. It was funny to see them being loved and handled by the women in their lives.
2,670 reviews23 followers
September 28, 2022
The Are Some Royal Moments

Well now that I have gotten to the end of the series I can give an honest review. Throughout this series I was impressed with the chemistry between the characters, but especially with the brothers. The relationship between the brothers came.off has natural and it was just great to get a feel of genuine friendship and love. Now the girls had to kinda grow on me,because some of the whining and complaining was getting a little old. Also at times Asha was just a little bit too independent and judgemental. There was however one part of this story I couldn't agree with and that was how the situation with Nic ,I mean as women we should have been more understanding and helpful. Also if no one could understand ,Rah should have.I also think we missed out on enjoying a little bit of Asha and Keys dealing with pregnancy. Overall this not only enjoyr,but it was entertaining and eye opening.
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1,108 reviews21 followers
February 27, 2022
Family over everything

The Masters brothers and the women who loved them. I loved how close the brothers were. It was always them against the world, I loved how they had each other’s backs and didn’t let anyone get in between their bond. Ree and Asha were the perfect duo to handle the brothers and I love how they welcomed Rah into their friend bond. Great story! I’m glad everyone got their HEA.
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893 reviews18 followers
April 21, 2022
So good

This was good because it had layers...I do mean lots of layers...
Darkness, hurt, domestically damaged and the list goes on...unloyal siblings and unforgiving parents.
The flow and pace moved well and made sense for all the characters that the book has and the moments make sense and add to layer has we slowly see the transformation of the characters. Great book Bae moments too. Just a really good read and I am happy that this release was all the books in 1
Profile Image for Teresa.
72 reviews
February 15, 2022
Good Characters

I liked the characters and story plot. The first 1/3 had a few mix up with the brothers names. But since each brother had their our personality, I knew who they were talking about. There were other simple editing errors. But it didn't take away from understanding and enjoying the plot and characters!
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87 reviews37 followers
February 17, 2022
spoilers below

I liked this. Putting it all in one made me feel like I was reading this for years 😂😂 I’m a little disappointed there was no resolution with Reelle’s parents. I hate that her mom acted like that but it is what it is. Story wrapped up real cute. Glad you got your books back boo ❤️
Profile Image for Jahari Dowdy.
871 reviews4 followers
February 8, 2022
Great read!!! Glad this author is re releasing her earlier catalog! I definitely enjoy all her works I’ve read this far and this series was equally enjoyable!! I loved all the brothers and the women they loved❤️!! Great read👏🏽👍🏾👏🏽
2 reviews
February 11, 2022
A MUST READ!!!!!

Absolutely loved this series! Seemed so much like reality and lots of relatable relationships being told. I love how explanatory & articulate this writer was. Very few spelling errors, and soo many details and things to make your mind wonder! 10/10!!!
Profile Image for Alfreda Hatton.
461 reviews1 follower
February 17, 2022
loved it

I loved this book! The Master brothers were a trip. I love the growth they showed and the way the ladies showed them something different and had them wanting different! Yetti was my favorite…the way him and Reelle were together was great!
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1,651 reviews1 follower
May 12, 2022
A Southern Man

Mrs. Mills, you catalog is giving me life with all these fine damaged mens, yes I said mens. When you're not looking for love but it finds you anyway. Love, Love this book.
16 reviews
May 24, 2022


The book was okay , kind of drawn out really . But for the most part it was decent . Seems like all the books I read so far from k.c , the men are super angry . It’s the same type of storyline details when it comes to his characters .
Profile Image for Sonya Davis.
Author 50 books16 followers
July 11, 2022
So freaking good

This was so good. I loved all the Master’s men but that damn Yetti was bae🥰 KC did it again. I’ve worked my way through her catalog and have not been disappointed once!!! This is definitely one of my favs💯
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16 reviews
July 14, 2022
Good Read

This series was good and entertaining! The only drawback was the amount of grammatical errors throughout the book. Don’t let that stop you from getting to know these characters tho!
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6 reviews
January 17, 2023
Good book and loved all the characters especially Hayes & Keys. However I felt like the book was a bit repetitive and dragged on a bit. Would have been better if something really drastic happened and it didn’t work out for all of them.

2.75/3⭐️
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322 reviews1 follower
February 3, 2023
Beautiful story

This story was very good. It had it moments but it was straight. I truly enjoy it. And all the people in it. I was glad when everyone got the life that they deserved.
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959 reviews157 followers
February 12, 2023
4 ⭐🔥😍😍🔪

I really enjoyed this story; I am looking forward to reading more from this author.

Trope: Black Love, found family, 3 couples

Enjoyment: 4 ⭐

Character development: 4 ⭐

Romance: 4 ⭐

Heat\steam: 5 ⭐

Intrigue: 4 ⭐

Story\plot: 4 ⭐

World Building: 3 ⭐

Enjoy!!!
19 reviews1 follower
July 8, 2023
Great Read

This is my second book by KC Mills and I’m happy to be a continued supporter of this author. The story development was great. I loved all the storylines. I would have loved to hear how their businesses went after they went legit.
321 reviews10 followers
September 20, 2023
Great couples

Loved this series but the spelling errors is the only problems. Three couples deep in love and going through all the ups and downs that their past and family put in their way. A must read
6 reviews
September 26, 2023
Magnificent book

This was a amazing and wonderful book. The characters were amazing I love the way they found each other and became one big happy family to all trails and tribulation they found love with each other
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1,497 reviews
March 10, 2024
Master brothers

This was an interesting story. These brothers were no jokes, and the women who put up with their craziness. There were quite a few grammatical errors, but it was still an interesting read.
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631 reviews5 followers
February 9, 2025
Those Masters Brothers

I love a good K.C. Mills book! And when you got several books together…watch out. These brothers were a mess literally. Their upbringing damaged them but the love of three beautiful, strong ladies help change them and they wouldn’t it any other way!
32 reviews
November 6, 2025
Awesomeness

Loved this book and the characters were off the chain. They went from being rude, ruthless & cut throat. To loving, caring, family men. Plenty of twist & turns. You will not put this book down.
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487 reviews
February 4, 2022
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

I have loved Yetti for years. I am so happy to have this book available. KC never disappoints her readers!! Great Read.
Profile Image for Gina Martin.
765 reviews11 followers
February 6, 2022
Great Read

This is one of my favorite series by K.C. Mills. I am so happy she released it again. I certainly enjoyed read it again.
547 reviews8 followers
February 9, 2022
King

This is that was a very good book for one to four I read the book before on k.c mills . She always bring excellent books keep her the good work
156 reviews2 followers
February 11, 2022
Banger

Sis has done it again! I loved this book the first time around and loved it even more this time! I'm so glad she's putting all these gems back up!! Y'all grab this banger
Profile Image for Myrtie Redic.
444 reviews1 follower
February 12, 2022
Great

I just couldn't imagine watching my mother get beat to death those boys really needed some therapy I happy they found someone to love them
53 reviews
March 26, 2022
Awesome

I think I've read these books 3 or 4 times and it never gets old. Great story line and great finish!
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