Fearless

The Solomon Brothers Series, Volume 3

By: Leslie North

Narrated by: Rebecca Roberts

MMA fighter Henry Lorenz relies on discipline as much as strength to get through life. With his former mentor's boxing gym now in his hands, Henry is busy training a new generation -- including the troubled teen who reminds him of his own past. Despite a spirited social worker's attempts to intervene, Henry won't stop grooming the kid for success. The counselor is as stubborn as she is beautiful, but perhaps he can prove to her that there's more to fighting than knowing how to throw a punch. Guidance counselor Maggie Kavanaugh gives everything she has to keep kids away from the violence of the streets. She's busy teaching teens to use their brains, not their fists, to get ahead in life. When one of her most talented teens begins training in MMA, Maggie doesn't approve. The gym's owner may be covered in muscles and tattoos, but Maggie won't back down -- especially when a scholarship is on the line. She'll let the training continue, but she's going to be watching every step of the way. While Henry is trying to right old wrongs, Maggie is determined to shape the future. But as their attraction grows, a dark moment from Henry's past threatens to come between them. He may be a man of few words, but should he stay silent when speaking up may ruin everything? Even for a fighter like Henry, none of us are fearless -- particularly when it comes to love.

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Must read

** Audiobook review** I was given a copy of this audio book for an honest review. This is book #3 in the Solomon Brother series by Leslie North. Once again, Rebecca Roberts does a fantastic job narrating. This book is expertly crafted with raw and real characters. This story is beautifully written, filled with emotion and bold characters who are unapologetic in their beliefs. Henry is insecure & harbors tons of self doubt until Maggie walks into his life. Highly recommend this series.

I Want More Solomon Brothers

If you could sum up Fearless in three words, what would they be?

Surprising, Likeable, Interesting

What did you like best about this story?

I liked how the characters were all about helping the kids in their area. It was a story that was not just all about the main characters.

What about Rebecca Roberts’s performance did you like?

I liked listening to her read to me. I did however have to get past the point of trying to picture her as Maggie. Her voice just didn't give me a clear picture of what Maggie would look like. Not all narrators give you that clear picture but then you go back and re-listen and realize that it's the story that's important here.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

I did want to listen to it in one sitting. You get so involved in what's going on that you get frustrated when you have to stop and go on to other things. But then you look forward to the next time you pick it up again. One thing I love about my car is that I can plug my iPod into the car system and listen to the book through the radio. I very rarely listen to music any more. I'd much rather listen to a book like this one.

Any additional comments?

This book is listed as a romance but I found that I was more interested in how Henry and Maggie were dealing with the kids they work with. I wanted to see their alliance in this project grow. The romance was secondary. I've not really ever watched an MMA fight but I can see having a fight play on the TV, have the sound on mute, and having Ms. Roberts read this book to me. I can't wait to catch up with the series by listening to Celi-Bet. Loving this author the way I do, I would also purchase the actual book - in case I want to hear my own voice as narrator :)

I received this title for free in exchange for an unbiased review

Opposites attract

A confrontational kind of romance with two people with opposing points of view, both convinced their way is the right way. Of course they fall in love! This can be read as a stand alone if you choose, but I highly recommend reading the other two books as well. This is an excellent series. There is a community spirit in this series that leaves you feeling very positive after you've read the books. I received a free review copy of the audio version of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Another great Leslie North series

I enjoy Leslie North books. Leslie writes many interconnected story lines which I enjoy, I always hate to see a story line arc come to an end. Her stories revolve around alpha males and their lady loves and these three stories deliver on that. The male characters are caring, strong, smart matches to their mates. The women are wonderful loving individuals who care more for others than themselves. A thoroughly enjoyable trio of stories.

Great narration

I got the ARC via audiobook boom and this is my voluntary review. I enjoyed the story although it did not seem to be a well developed as books 1 and 2. This story needed more details about each of the characters and their interactions. The narrator made the story come alive but she needed more details to work with. I have listened to several of the author's books and this one followed in the same mold but should have been better developed. more interactions between the character so I could get to know them.