Love Restored

Gallagher Brothers, Book 1

By: Carrie Ann Ryan

Narrated by: Gregory Salinas

In the first of a Montgomery Ink spin-off series from NYT best-selling author Carrie Ann Ryan, a broken man uncovers the truth of what it means to take a second chance with the most unexpected woman.

Graham Gallagher has seen it all. And when tragedy struck, lost it all. He's been the backbone of his brothers, the one they all rely on in their lives and business. And when it comes to falling in love and creating a life, he knows what it's like to have it all and watch it crumble. He's done with looking for another person to warm his bed, but apparently he didn't learn his lesson because the new piercer at Montgomery Ink tempts him like no other.

Blake Brennen may have been born a trust fund baby, but she's created a whole new life for herself in the world of ink, piercings, and freedom. Only the ties she'd thought she'd cut long ago aren't as severed as she'd believed. When she finds Graham constantly in her path, she knows from first glance that he's the wrong kind of guy for her. Except that Blake excels at making the wrong choice and Graham might be the ultimate temptation for the bad girl she'd thought long buried.

©2016 Carrie Ann Ryan (P)2016 Carrie Ann Ryan

Great start for a spinoff series! Loved Graham Gallagher!

Graham is the oldest of the Gallagher brothers, he has been hurt by loss, a loss he can't get over with, a loss that brought his marriage to an end. He meets Blake who works at Montgomery Ink, a sexy tattooer with her own secrets. It's hate at first sight... They keep meeting and dismissing each other but they can't deny their attraction. It is so amazing how their lives complete each others if only they gave their love a chance. I loved the family banter with the Gallaghers, the way Maya glues that family to the Montgomery's and the love they share with their friends. This series is all about family ties. I so enjoyed Graham and Blake's HEA. Loved it!!
Oh and the narrator's voice is great, the growly voice and the low tones: super sexy :-)

Love Restored

Oh Graham…. Where do I even start with this one? Graham is the oldest Gallagher brother who we got to know a little bit in Jake’s book which is part of the Montgomery Ink series (Ink Enduring). My heart shattered for Graham when everything came to light. However I also understand why Blake did what she did…. But I don’t want to spoil that for anyone, even if it does happen pretty early in the book. I am glad Maya played a part in this book (I just love her), though I guess I shouldn’t be surprised since Graham and Jake are brothers. I can’t wait to see what other secrets Owen and Murphy are hiding from us.

Nice start for a spin off series

Love the Gallagher’s!! Graham is definite bbf material. Great character. Blake was a little tough to like for me but still a cute story.
Gregory Salinas did a nice job with the characters.

A nice spin...

A nice spin off of the Montgomery Ink series. Shorter story but real depth in the characters. I really enjoyed the fierce family relationship and bond that matters. The world can be cruel but having love matters

I liked the idea

The idea of the story was nice but the ending left something to be desired. The personality of the female lead was a bit annoying. Don’t get me wrong, I am a momma too but how she handled having friends/relationship was just plain annoying. And how she changed her mind super fast at the end and decided to be with gram just added to it. I love happy endings but not when it like ‘bam!’ Here it is, is a bit disappointing. I feel like this story could have been a bit more longer and it would have been way better.