Fighting for Us

The Bailey Brothers, Book 2

By: Claire Kingsley

Narrated by: Aaron Shedlock, Samantha Cooke

How long would you wait for the love of your life?

The Asher Bailey who comes home to his quirky small town isn’t the same man who put a ring on Grace’s finger. He’s bigger, harder, haunted. Forced to give up Grace and everything else that was good in his life for a prison sentence he barely survived.

Now that he’s home, he finds himself aggressively welcomed by his brothers and gleefully gossiped about by his neighbors. He’d counted on both.

But he never expected to see Grace still wearing his ring.

Grace’s fairy tale didn’t end. It was interrupted. She’s spent the last seven years living her life while waiting for one man. Now that he’s back, she’s got her work cut out for her. He’s scarred and angry, and stubbornly convinced they can’t be together. She’s more than happy to educate him otherwise.

Every beer, every prank, every kiss brings him closer to where he’s always belonged. In her life. In her arms. In her heart.

Asher fears the darkness inside him can’t be contained. But Grace won’t give up on him without a fight.

Author’s note: A brooding, wounded hero and the woman who won’t give up on him. A pack of unruly, prank-loving brothers. A wild neighborhood rumor mill. Spectacular BFF banter. This is a love story about soulmates that delivers the heat and all the feels. The Bailey Brothers series is meant to be heard in order and Fighting for Us concludes Grace and Asher’s happily ever after.

©2020 Claire Kingsley (P)2020 Claire Kingsley

Believe in Love

What an emotional conclusion to Grace and Asher's story. There are lots of highs and lows in this one that will have readers feeling all the feels. I liked that the conflict was more internal for this couple, as they tried to confront and overcome their personal demons. I felt that the story unfolded in a realistic way and appreciated that there wasn't some magic bullet that righted all the wrongs. Our characters struggle and stumble, but that only made me root for them harder. Plus, the chemistry between Grace and Asher is scorching hot and some of their scenes will leave you a little breathless.

I will say that my favorite character of the book though is probably Cara. Any time she was on the page she completely stole the show. Cara brought some wonderful comic relief to the story and I loved all the sparks between her and Logan. I'm hoping to see things progress between them as the series goes on. The narration by Aaron Shedlock and Samantha Cooke was outstanding again and they were the perfect Asher and Grace. Fighting for Us sets up future books very well and I'm looking forward to getting to know each of the Bailey Brothers better. The epilogue has me dying to start broody and grumpy Evan's book right away!

Note: Fighting for Us is not a standalone and should only be read after enjoying Protecting You first.

*I voluntarily listened to a review copy of this book*

Excellent Story

This is such a great story. Definitely worth the read/listen. You will not be disappointed.

Incredible audio for the Claire's best book yet

This is not only my very favorite Claire Kingsley book, but I think it is objectively the best book she’s ever written. There was so much going on here and it all weaved together in such a seamless way. I felt the depth of Grace and Asher’s past friendship and relationship, the weight of their time apart, but still had hope for their future. The other characters are so rich, and I can’t wait to dive into them.

I was not familiar with either of these narrators, but they were the perfect choice. Aaron Shedlcok had a gravelly quality I knew was necessary for Asher and the way he captured the transition between pre-prison and post-prison Asher was incredible. I could hear how prison had changed him. Samantha Cooke has a brightness yet strength in her voice that is just so perfectly Grace.

Side note about the cover: This book inspired a “deal” I made with myself for 2021 – whenever I happen upon a book with Andrew Biernat on the cover, I read it, no matter what it is. My TBR is LENGTHY!

Wow!

Wow! Everything about this story! The hot steaminess between Grace and Asher. The inner battle they are both dealing with. The wisdom of Gram. The sweet protective relationships of the brothers. Just wonderfully created.

I'm addicted to the Bailey Brothers' stories!

This was awesome and intense! I had an unproductive weekend just enchanted in this story!