A Night for Us

The Wilder Brothers #0.5

by Carrie Ann Ryan

Eli Wilder is at a loss. Due to tragedy, time, and life in general, he and his five brothers are suddenly getting out of the military at the same time.

Only none of them have any idea what to do next.

Eli might have a plan—one so far-fetched it will take a miracle for them to agree to it.
When he takes a chance, however, he meets the perfect woman. One he hadn't expected.

Now he has one night to prove he's the right man for the job—and for her.

Genres: Romance, Contemporary, Novella, Military Fiction, Contemporary Romance, Amazon, Audiobook

55 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 16, 2022

About the author

Carrie Ann Ryan is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of contemporary, paranormal, and young adult romance. Her works include the Montgomery Ink, Talon Pack, Promise Me, and Elements of Five series, which have sold millions of books worldwide. She's the winner of a RT Book of the Year and a Prism Award in her genres. She started writing while in graduate school for her advanced degree in chemistry and hasn’t stopped since. Carrie Ann has written over seventy-five novels and novellas with more in the works. When she’s not losing herself in her emotional and action-packed worlds, she’s reading as much as she can while wrangling her clowder of cats who have more followers than she does.

The Montgomery Ink World contains the following series, though each series is a stand alone and can be read in any order. Feel free to hop around:

The Montgomery Ink Series
The Gallagher Brothers Series
The Montgomery Ink: Colorado Springs Series
The Whiskey and Lies Series
The Fractured Connections Series
The Montgomery Ink: Boulder Series
The Less Than Series
The Promise Me Series

Her Elements of Five Series is her Young Adult Romance series while her other series are all adult.

Her Talon Pack series is set in the same world as the Redwood Pack series, only 30 years later.

The Dante's Circle, Holiday, Montana, and Branded Packs series are all individual series as well.

Reviews

[Jessica Alcazar · Rating 5 out of 5]

There's not much to say except I'm intrigued LOL Every brother having an E name might make it a bit #twitchy to keep up but it's kinda neat ...

Looking forward to reading how Eli & Alexis find their way back to each other and how Wilder Retreat becomes a reality for all the Wilders! It should be an interesting journey.

[Gladys · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a really great quick read. I thought the story was fun and I found the characters intriguing. The gage count is low, but this novella delivers a very satisfying amount of emotions and feels. This read does a wonderful job of setting up this new series and I for one am very eager to explore and enjoy each of one of The Wilder Brothers stories.

[Alice · Rating 2 out of 5]

Even for a set up this felt incomplete. I am curious to try the series but I really hope the writing style isn't the same bc the repetition in this was horrible.

[Nadine Bookaholic · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was such a great way to get to know Eli and Alexis before we get their full story in April (2022). I have been dying for the Wilder Brothers to get their own stories since we've met them in their sister's book (Inked Obsession) and they've popped up in a couple of other books in the Montgomery Ink: Fort Collins Series, and they finally are!

This little prequel is about Alexis and Eli meeting for the first time, this doesn't end in a HEA or even a HFN, heck the ending had my head spinning and I can only guess that their book is going to take place sometime in the distant future...maybe a few years? I don't know but what I do know is that the heat was strong between the two of them in this book so I cannot wait to see what happens next...thankfully it will be here in just under a month.

Grab this little gem and spend an hour getting to know Alexis and Eli and I can guarantee you'll want more of their story as well.

Happy Reading!!!

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[Darcy · Rating 3 out of 5]

This one is very short, seems to bridge from the Montgomery book where we met Eliza to the new series. A good way to introduce all the brothers as they all are at a cross roads in their life. I find the new beginning they are about to undertake to be an interesting choice for Military men just out of the service, although I do like that the brothers want to stick together for the next part of their lives. I look forward to reading more in this series.

[Rhonda Ziglar · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 AMAZING STARS!! A short amazing story that was so good....I am addicted. I can't wait for more, so excited.

[Bobbie · Rating 5 out of 5]

An intriguing intro to a new series. This is the first book I've read by the author. I like her writing style.

[Kristi · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great prequel to the Wilder Brothers series. It gives you just enough to make you want to keep reading.

[Klare · Rating 3 out of 5]

A quick read. A good introduction to the brothers.

[Sarah · Rating 5 out of 5]

Prequel to wilder brothers series.
This is a great introduction to the wilder brothers series that is the new series by Carrie Ann Ryan so far you me all the brothers except the sister who isn’t in the book itself but all the brothers are and their discussion of starting a resort ranch idea after coming out of the forces. This book is a full on Tis I absolutely love it cannot wait for the series to start this is one of my favourite authors and for me automatic Pre buy

[ZETTER · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mind-blowing Start!!!

Eli Wilder was finally out of the military after twenty years of serving his country. Now he and his five brothers were all out of the service at the same time. They were learning to be civilians again after such a very long time. It was challenging but he and his siblings were alwaya up for a challenge, come what may.

He had a idea for them all to open a family business together. It was a project that would give them something to do and not go stir crazy. Opening up a a wedding and event venue wasn't going to be easy but he knew that they could do it. When a family friend invited him to see how things were do, Eli never expected to mee the woman that would steal his heart forever.

Alexis was the wedding planner at a wedding that Eli and one of his brothers were attending. She got the shock of her life, when she caught the bouquet and a handsome stranger caught the garter and they had to dance with each other. She never expected him to made her feel seen for the first time in a long time.

Despite the connection they both felt, life and circumstances threw them a curveball. They went their separate ways with her making a choice she didn't want to and Eli focusing on the new venture the Wilder brothers were embarking on.

A NIGHT FOR US is the prequel of Carrie Ann Ryan's new series, the WILDER BROTHERS . It was fast-paced and a great read. Can't wait for ON OUR WAY BACK ;). Carrie Ann Ryan did it again!

****I received this book, without any obligation to review.****

[Diane · Rating 5 out of 5]

I voluntarily reviewed a copy of "A NIGHT FOR US"
This the prequel to the new Wilder Brother Series I can't wait to read.
Eli along with his 5 brothers retired from the military trying to fit back into civilian life decide to start their own business it an existing business running an event wedding location attached to a winery who will do what has to be yet decided.
Eli, Evan, Everett, Elijah, East & Elliot their sister Eliza Wilder she's married to Beckett a family you met in Montgomery Ink Series time for their stories to be told.
Eli & Everett get invited to a wedding by his friend great to go check things out for their new business Eli ends up catching the garter & Alexis the wedding planner catches the bouquet gave to dance with each other.
Eli would like to see more of Alexis but when her boyfriend asks her to marry him he walks away.
I definitely recommend to get this great start to this new series will Eli & Alexis meet again the sparks flew between them or did he lose his chance to her boyfriend did she marry him or will they see each other again & have their story.
I can't wait for next book "ONE WAY BACK HOME" to see what happens to Eli & Alexis li Ed the characters I thoroughly enjoyed this story.

[Liz · Rating 4 out of 5]

A Night for us by Carrie Ann Ryan is book #0.5 in her new The Wilder Brother series and I am all here for it. This novella introduces us more formally to the Wilder’s brothers whom we first met in the Montgomery Ink: Fort Collins series. The characters in this series are Eliza’s brothers, from Inked Obsession, but you do not have to read that series to read the new one, however, they are great books, in my opinion, and I highly recommend them.

The Wilder brothers are now out of the military and need to find what their future will entail. Eli has some thoughts and hopes his brothers will be all in. We meet the brothers as they are introduced to Eli’s idea and go and see an event at a similar business to see if this suits them. Eli is the oldest and you can tell he has a lot on his shoulders, but he is ready to take the lead. We also meet Alexis, the wedding planner who seems organized, smart, and determined. They have some sparks when they dance, but life takes them on different paths…for now. I am so excited to read their journey in One Way Back to Me, coming later this year.

Happy reading!

[Kara Quade · Rating 5 out of 5]

Eli and his brothers are all back in Texas after they all left the military at the same time. Not knowing what the future holds for them, Eli has come up with a plan that involves the brothers buying an existing business that is a wedding and event location with a winery and going into business together. A friend invites Eli and his brother to "crash" a wedding and observe. At the wedding, Eli meets Alexis, the wedding planner. Chemistry sparks between Eli and Alexis when they dance after catching the garter and wedding bouquet. Eli is hoping to see more of Alexis but walks away when Alexis' boyfriend asks her to marry him. A Night for Us by Carrie Ann Ryan is a great start to a new series, The Wilder Brothers. I cannot wait for One Way Back to Me to find out what happens with Eli and Alexis. I received an ARC copy of this book, and I am voluntarily leaving my honest review.

[Fallen Star Book Reviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

This gives us a glimpse into the Wilder brothers and what they have going on in their lives. Eli has came up with a plan that will let them all work together after many years of barely seeing each other because of their service in the military.

They’ve all settled down in South Texas except for their baby sister Eliza that lives in Colorado Springs with her husband and his family. Eli’s plan involves them checking into buying a villa and winery to host big events such as weddings except none of them have the first clue how to do that. However nothing is set in stone and they are just checking out the place to decide if it’s right fit for them.

Overall this is just a small start to what promises an amazing series. Looking forward to seeing what happens for the Wilder’s in their adventures.

[Samantha · Rating 3 out of 5]

I really liked this story about Eli and alexis meeting at a wedding and Eli is thinking of working for himself and his other brothers since leaving the forces and love that all brother and one sister names begin with e and the borther have done different job and Eli is retired and Alexis is a wedding planner and love that Eli and alexis meet at the wedding and I really like that Eli talks about his family and they are close and love the end with Alexis boyfriend Clint proposed to her at the wedding and she said yes and I can’t wait to find out more about Eli and Alexis and what happened and this was a quick short read and a good intro to the wilder brothers and what they want to do next after leaving the forces and I like that the wilder siblings are close and Eli talks about his family

Prequel
Dual PoV
Under 50 pages
Read as an ebook

[Kari Hansen · Rating 5 out of 5]

After spending the last two decades serving his country Eli and his five brothers have decided to leave the only career they have ever know. He believes that he has found the perfect business where they could all use their individual skills to work together which is a winery that also holds special events which leads him to a wedding planner he can’t seem to forget.

While at the latest wedding Alexis has planned she and Eli and thrown together under the most unlikely of circumstances. They share one dance but when the night takes a twist will that dance be all that they will have?

This is an introduction to a new series that leaves us looking forward to the stories of Eli and his brothers.

[Addison · Rating 5 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - I LOVE THIS AUTHOR!!
A Night for Us kicks off the Wilder series with a perfect mix of chemistry, humor, and emotional depth. Eli Wilder, a military veteran, finds himself at a crossroads in life after he and his brothers leave the service. When he meets a woman who challenges him in the best possible way, he’s determined to prove that he’s the right man for her—even if it’s only for one night. Their chemistry is palpable, and the stakes feel high, especially when Eli has to fight for not just her affection but also his place in the world. The story is fast-paced and steamy with moments of tenderness that balance the intensity. It’s a delightful introduction to the Wilder family, full of heart and heat.

[Tessa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! What a delightful taste of the Wilder brothers. Eli is first up. As the oldest brother of these recently retired military men, he has an opportunity for them that is too good to pass up. Now he just needs to convince them. Alexis is the cute wedding planner who crosses Eli’s path and after a brief encounter he wants more. Their chemistry is undeniable but there is a slight problem. Read this novella before you dive into the much anticipated One Way Back to Me. This teaser of a story will leave you looking for more pages now. At least that happened to me. I need Eli’s story as soon as possible.

[Lillian · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a prequel novella. Ends as a cliffhanger

This is a prequel of a new series for Carrie Ann Ryan. And what a wonderful start. It involves the Wilder Brothers and it starts with the eldest brother, Eli. He meets his dream woman at a wedding he is sort of crashing. He and 1 of his brothers are checking out the venue to see how it's run by a friend because the Wilders are thinking of doing a similar setup where they live. Alexis is the wedding planner and they are thrown together for a dance when he catches the garter and she catches the bouquet. Can't wait to read the rest of their story.

[Jen B · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sign me up, a new Carrie Ann Ryan series! Meet the Wilder brothers, Eli, Everett, Evan, East, Elijah and Elliot. They have a little sister Eliza, who they admit runs the show. The Wilder brothers have retired from the military life and are looking for a new career, hopefully one that can keep them all in the same place. With a variety of specialities among them, Eli, the oldest, brings up a business idea. To check it out, they have to put on a suit and tie and attend a wedding. Wilder Resort starts here. Enjoy, I look forward to getting to know these guys much more intimately as the series progresses.

[Gabrielle Lee · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a quick read that gives readers a taste of the Wilder brothers. These are Eliza’s brothers whom we met in a previous Montgomery book. I am excited to see what their stories will be. This starts their own series, and we get a glimpse at the brothers and just how their new lives will begin. It was interesting to see Alexis and Eli’s first meeting and I am eager to see just how things will go from here. With strong characters and a good storyline this short does not disappoint and it leaves readers excited for the Wilder boys.

[DJ · Rating 5 out of 5]

Short prequel but all Carrie Ann Ryan Romance!

A Night For Us is a prequel to Carrie Ann Ryan's Wilder Brothers series. It is just a tiny sweet morsel of what Carrie Ann Ryan has to offer in steamy romance novels! It is enough to peak your interest and like myself run over to your Kindle Store to buy up the series! Seriously, A Night For Us is the best set-up for a series I have read. And I am dying to get started on the rest of the series!
Stay tuned for the rest of the story. I am sure it is going to be five stars !

[Erin · Rating 4 out of 5]

A Night for Us was short but sweet—a quick read that mostly serves as a meet-cute for the couple and a setup for One Way Back to Me. Because it’s a novella, there isn’t a ton of room for deep development, but it still gave me enough to enjoy and get excited about what’s to come.

I’ve already read three of the Wilder brothers’ stories, and I’m loving getting to know this family. This little glimpse into their world makes me even more eager to keep going with the series. If you’re planning to dive into the Wilder Brothers books, this is a nice way to get a taste of what’s ahead.

[Susan · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’m so excited about the Wilder brothers series! This is a prequel where we meet Alexi who is a wedding planner. She’s amazing at her job while keeping a nervous bride calm and a rogue bridesmaid under control. Eli is pitching his brothers on a great business adventure for them. He attends the wedding to see how things run at his friend Roy’s resort. Eli gets more than he bargained for!!! Do looking forward to his full story.

[Shelley C · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Wilder Brothers Prequel🤩

A Night for Us is the prequel to the Wilder Brothers series! Six brothers all with their names beginning with the letter “E” embark on a new journey that is not a part of the military and decide to do something completely different with money that they’ve inherited😳

A few small details jump out at you, where you know this series is going to be an interesting one❣️

[Brittney Lathan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wilder Men

This was a nice prequel. Eli and his five other brothers get out of the army at the same time. Eli is the oldest of the bunch. He has a crazy plan to have all the brothers come together. It might get a little confusing with all their names starting with the letter E. For them to be their own bosses.

He meets wedding planner Alexis at a wedding. Can't wait to go for a ride with them. To see how things work out for each of them.

[Jennifer Lovins · Rating 5 out of 5]

just a night

Eli and his brothers have retired from the military. Eli has a plan he wants to run by his brothers. He wants to take over a resort and winery. He and his brother Everett visit his friend Roy’s place during a wedding, at Roy’s request. That’s when he meets Alexis. Eli and Everett leave with what they need to run their new adventure. Alexis ends up in a situation that makes her feel trapped. Will things work out in the end?

[Whitney · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Night for Us is a prequel in The Wilder Brothers Series and I just loved getting to enter this new world. This was a great little introduction into this new world. You get some of the background for some of the Wilder brothers and meet them briefly. You can tell that it’s going to be really interesting getting to see all of the brothers have their own story. I’m super excited to read more stories from this family.

[Vera Blaz · Rating 4 out of 5]

Can’t wait to get to know these Wilders!

This was short but a great introduction to the Wilder men and the series to come. I’m excited to see how their civilian life and this great adventure they’re embarking on pans out. I can’t wait for the first book to get into my hot little hands!

I received an advance copy of this book at my request and voluntarily left this review.