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Oh how I love the Thorne brothers! I love how the author brings to life each brother in all the books. Like the previous ones, Give a Little is not just about Gray as we continue to learn more about the other brothers and even some extra family members in this book.

Gray... well he's your traditional play boy, not wanting to commit to anyone which isn't unlike his brothers given their upbringing. I felt the pairing with Tessa to be a little odd, more than just the whole opposites attract thing. And her "inner voices" were killing me.

Not as good as the first book in the series, but still leaves me wanting more from these boys. I CAN'T wait for Ryker's story!

** ARC received from Netgalley **

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Give a LIttle is an interesting story. Filled with a good romance and excellent dialogue. I liked it and enjoyed reading it

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GIVE A LITTLE by Lee Kilraine is a wonderful laugh out loud romance. Seven Brothers Construction is the team I want for my renovation! Definitely going to look for more from this series! This book I couldn't put down, I was hooked from the first page.

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Give It Up, by Lee Kilraine is an entertaining contemporary romance, and it's the first book in The Thorne Brothers series.

Grayson Thorne works at Six Brothers Construction along with his brothers, except for their missing brother. They had a rough childhood that split them apart, and only five of the six brothers were reunited.

At a new client visit, Grayson meets Tessa Madigan...again. Their first meeting in a bar was rather dramatic and entertaining. Tessa is focused on renovating her home, particularly the kitchen to prepare pet treats for her new mobile pet business. She also needs her van renovated to serve as transportation for her new venture. After dealing with a traumatic and life-changing situation, Tessa is continuing to revising her life, and renovations by Six Brothers Construction is one of those steps.

During their initial working relationship, Grayson and Tessa are awkward and difficult towards each other. Their attraction leads to romance and a serious relationship. The five Thorne Brothers (and a couple of surprises along the way) are a vital part of the story.

As the third book in The Thorne Brothers series, it can read as a standalone story. However, it's recommended to start with the first book in the series, since the brothers and their interconnecting stories are entertaining and important to the overarching theme in the series. I'm looking forward to reading future books in this series!

Give a Little is recommended and geared towards those who enjoy reading modern romances.


Note: I received this book from NetGalley, which is a program designed for bloggers to write book reviews in exchange for books, yet the opinions expressed in this review are my own.

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This brothers series is extremely good. This one is about Tessa and Gray the playboy, the one with a remorse and another secret. This brothers love each other like no one. They are a true family and this family is getting bigger and better.
Tessa is a strong women with inner voices that help her make the big choice in her love life. Also we heard from the othersbrothers and can't wait for Hope and Sinclair story. Ryker is always present.......
I receive and ARC from Netgalley for a honest review.

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Six Brothers Construction brings us to Gray's story. Gray has a reputation around town and parts beyond as a one and done and I'm out of here guy. He doesn't do love, any semblance thereof and is closed off, and he's a damn good designer and that is what he's known for in the business. The guys business is really growing and they've just taken on a new client. Tessa is finally out on her own, after three long years she's got a house and a business in the works and the Thorne brothers come highly recommended. Tessa's first meeting with Gray takes place in a bar on Halloween where she is mistaken for someone else and Gray makes an impression on her. She's there with a friend doing something that was a yearly ritual for them but again, was put on hold for those three years. When Beck is a little overwhelmed with new bids he passes off some to Gray and included in that is Tessa's remodel. When he arrives she slams the door in his face. Then opens the door. It's something she does, a result of anxiety she suffers from. They start off on the wrong foot, Gray throwing Halloween night in her face and it's pretty obvious she isn't the girl he's angry with, but Gray is Gray. When she excuses him from the job and says she deal with Beck he's more than relieved. Although he can't figure out why he's drawn to this girl. Tessa does talk with Beck and when it's brought up at the next staff meeting Gray agrees to go back. This goes on several times, her pushing him and then pulling away. He finally agrees and does redesign her work vehicle and her kitchen. Tessa's backstory slowly evolves and we hear it when Gray does. It's tragic, sad and she still battles with it daily and is slowly making progress. Her father and best friend help her as do her many customers. This is a good story, I didn't understand why as I was reading that it seemed like a chunk from a previous novel was dropped in out of nowhere about the guys finding out about their half sister and her showing up. And the same story with Ryker, their missing brother. Unless it was a gross editing error, it didn't belong in this book, I felt it was out of place in the story. The book is smooth and steamy and well written. When Gray pulls a typical Gray move, I couldn't help but feel for Tessa.
Honestly I was a little disappointed with this one, Gray being such great fodder for a story and not that this was a bad story, it was a great story, Tessa's character didn't seem like a great fit for him. Then again that's just me. Having read the previous 2 books this just kind of didn't have that same flow. Nonetheless, read the book. These brothers have it all going on and I love their interaction and caring for each other! And we get a peak at the next book and wow what a surprise. Maybe..... have to wait and see!

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"Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for the advance copy of this book, in exchange for an honest review."

Loved this book very much. It had just enough sweet, sexy romance and the storyline was great! I highly recommend!

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I love those Thorne Brothers. Gray and Tessa were two people that really deserved a happy ending. Gray had a difficult childhood and can’t let go of his guilt related to his brother, Ryker. Tessa gone through hell and back from a life altering car crash. She fought to come back which proved to me that she has more strength than anyone. I loved the added part about her soul talking. Solidified the feeling that these two belong together. Basically, I loved this book. It touched all emotions and I would highly recommend it.

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Give a Little, is book THREE in Lee Kilraine's series.

I didn't even realise this, but when I was reading it I was like am I missing something here, and sure enough I did. I liked the sound of this story, enough to request an arc.

A ride of emotions with this one, from happy, to sad, angry, then you were giggling and enjoying the brothers banter.


The story was not for me, not a wow I loved this book, I liked it and that was all. I will check her other books out, and see how i like them with this in mind. ya know. It will be interesting to see the other siblings' get there own stories and what adventure they go on.

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Oh my goodness, man flu. So hilarious! The bond that the brothers share is remarkable. I am envious of Tessa, she's lucky to have Gray.

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Another stellar read! This story not only has amazingly strong characters in Tessa Madigan and Gray Thorne, but it has a riveting story line. This romance covers second chances at love, healing, unexpected enemies to lovers, a little steam and of course romance. This book will keep your attention from cover to cover! I'm excited to see what the next Thorne Brother book will be!

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Omg I love love this series !! Sux brothers construction!! This is Grey and Tessa book, Grey of course is one of the brothers and they all had it really bad growing up! Tessa was in a terrible accident that was all kinds of messed up!! But omgosh !! So much going on?!! The sister!! Ryker!!!! Omg I just can't wait for more!! Such a great series!! Definitely don't miss out on this one! Thank you. Netgalley and Kensington publishing for sharing this book with me!!

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This story covers a huge range of emotions, from supreme happiness to gut wrenching sadness. There’s the quirky and the stoic...humor and despair. There’s brotherly love and side spitting banter...then there’s Tessa, a one in a million character who’ll live on long after the story has ended.

Ms Kilraine delivers on an exceptional level with the Thorne brothers, I can only imagine what she has in store for the remaining siblings who have yet to take the journey to their own HEA.

This ARC book was complimentary, provided by the Publisher and NetGalley. I am voluntarily providing my honest review.

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