Friday, August 7, 2015

Made for Us
(The Shaughnessy Brothers #1)
by Samantha Chase
Meet the Characters!



Title: Made For Us
Author: Samantha Chase
Release Date: August 4, 2015
Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Series: The Shaughnessy Brothers, Book 1

Synopsis

Can't make time for love?

The Shaughnessy brothers have spent the years since their mother's untimely death taking care of each other and trying to make their father proud. Oldest son Aidan is hard-working, handsome, successful-and still single. Sure, he'd like to have his own family someday, but who has the time?


She'll show him how to find it

Zoe Dalton, a stunning designer Aidan meets on one of his construction jobs, has the beauty and heart to make Aidan realize how much he could be missing. But it's not easy to break down walls you've spent years building up. Now there's a major storm bearing down on the North Carolina coast, and it could be catalyst enough to force Aidan and Zoe into some major decisions of the heart.

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Zoe Dalton has recently moved to town. She used to own her own interior design business but she left her life behind when she losses her only family. Currently, she works in a company and she likes what she does. When another designer messes up a very important job, Zoe's boss names her the new replacement and orders her to fix the problems. Aiden Shaughnessy's project becomes her one and only account. 

Aiden owns a very successful construction company. He is the kind of boss who is very hands on. He wants everything to be perfect for his customers. Mistakes are not in his dictionary. He's also a family man, as the oldest sibling he is the one responsible to help them achieve their best. His mother died a few years ago and he became like a second parent to his siblings. He doesn't have a personal life until he meets his new designer Zoe. But mixing business with pleasure is not on the menu. Too bad his body keeps on disagreeing with him.

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This book was cute. I like the Shaughnessy family. I like all the brothers and Darcy too, the only girl. She was only 17 when the book started but I can tell she is going to be trouble. All the brothers have cool careers and I'm intrigued about their lives and I want to learn more about them. 

The main characters were both interesting. I love how they meet and how they butt heads at first. The names she was calling him in her head made me laugh. 

I felt like they were two kindred souls. They both had experienced the loss of someone dear to them. Falling in love was not in their plans but plans are made to be broken sometimes. 
A couple of times I felt like I wanted to shake Aiden when he hurt Zoe's feelings but if she was able to forgive him, so can I. 

Cliffhanger: No

4/5 Fangs


A complimentary copy was provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.



Excerpt Meet the Characters:

This month, bestselling author Samantha Chase launches her new contemporary romance series the Shaughnessy Brothers. In the series starter, MADE FOR US, readers are introduced to the five amazing Shaughnessy brothers–each more successful than the last. From a building contractor, to a scientist, to a former racecar driver, and even a rock star, these brothers are as different as can be, but also extremely close. Losing their mother early in their lives solidified the brotherly bond and helping raise their baby sister also brought them together. But with their sister raised and careers in order it is time for the next phase in their lives. And while these brothers might not be looking for happily-ever-afters, romance is looking for them! Below get to know each of these sexy Shaughnessys starting with Aidan from MADE FOR US.



Name: Aidan Shaughnessy
Occupation:  Building Contractor                             
Height: 6’2
Hair Color:  Dark Brown               
Eye Color: Blue
Age: 34

What makes you the perfect date?

No one – including myself – has ever said that!  But if I had to say something, it would be that I like to take care of all the details so that my date doesn’t have to worry about a thing.

What do you look for in a woman?

Typically someone strong and independent but also enjoys being taken care of.

Describe yourself in 100 words or less: 

I’m a bit of a control freak – or so I’ve been told!  I’m hard working and know exactly what I want out of life.  I can be quiet and observant – a bit of a people watcher.  I don’t enjoy crowds very much.  I prefer if I’m out, to be out in a small group or with one person.

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Name: Hugh Shaughnessy
Occupation:  Luxury Resort Owner/Designer                     
Height: 6’3
Hair Color: Dark Brown
Eye Color: Blue
Age: 32

What makes you the perfect date?

I am extremely attentive.  I believe in taking a woman out for a romantic dinner with dancing and candlelight and making her feel like she is the most important thing in the world.

What do you look for in a woman?

She’s intelligent and easy to talk to but who isn’t looking for forever.  I travel a lot and she would need to be understanding of that.

Describe yourself in 100 words or less: 

I’m a really regimented man.  I mean really.  I like things done a certain way and I’m a stickler for routines and schedules.  Some say I’m overly cautious – in every aspect of my life – but that doesn’t mean that I’m boring.  I have an appreciation for the finer things and I’m outgoing and enjoy being around people and making new friends.

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Name: Quinn Shaughnessy
               Occupation:  Former Race Car Driver turned Automotive Restorer                          
Height: 6’
Hair Color:  Dirty Blonde
Eye Color: Blue
Age: 30

What makes you the perfect date?:  

I’m the fun one in the family.  I like to go out with a woman to a bar or someplace with loud music or find something athletic to do.  I want to be where the party is.

What do you look for in a woman?

I’ll admit to being a little shallow here – I am all about looks.  Tall, blonde, curvy…and that’s about it.

Describe yourself in 100 words or less

Like I said, I’m the fun one.  I am all about living life to the fullest.  I enjoy sports – all sports – and I hate to be idle.  Cars are my current passion and to me it’s go-big-or-go-home.  If I can’t succeed and excel at something, then it’s time to move on.  So far it’s worked for me.

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Name: Owen Shaughnessy
Occupation:  Astrophysicist       
Height: 6’
Hair Color:  Dark Brown
Eye Color: Blue
Age: 28

What makes you the perfect date?

I don’t really think I am.  I don’t believe perfect is something anyone can attain.  Dating really hasn’t been on my radar but when I do take a woman out, we usually talk about science.  And she’s normally a scientist so I guess you can say I make sure we talk about mutual interests.

What do you look for in a woman?

I spend a lot of my time trying to not be noticed.  But if I notice a woman, it’s usually because we’re both working together or studying together.  I look for someone who understands me.

Describe yourself in 100 words or less: 

Quiet.  Shy.  Socially awkward.  At least that’s how most people tell me I am.  I don’t think about it much.  I’m devoted to my field of study and helping others learn about astrophysics and it pretty much consumes all of my time and energy.

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Name: Riley Shaughnessy
Occupation:  Musician/Rock Star                             
Height: 6’
Hair Color:  Dark Brown
Eye Color: Blue
Age: 28

What makes you the perfect date?

When I’m out on a date with a woman, there is no one else in the world.  I put all of my attention on her and do my best to make sure that our date includes everything she wants.

What do you look for in a woman?

I used to be all about the looks – mainly because women were always chasing after me.  I had superficial relationships, now I look for a woman who sees more than a rock star, a celebrity.  I want to find someone who just sees me.

Describe yourself in 100 words or less: 

Confident.  Talented.  And currently, mildly insecure.  I have always loved music, loved to sing and if I couldn’t do that, I don’t know what I’d do with myself.  Music is just a part of me.  I put my partying ways behind me – not that I had much of one.  I’m just as comfortable on stage in front of thousands of people, as I am at home watching TV.

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About the Author




New York Times and USA Today Bestseller/contemporary romance writer Samantha Chase released her debut novel, Jordan's Return, in November 2011. Although she waited until she was in her 40's to publish for the first time, writing has been a lifelong passion. Her motivation to take that step was her students: teaching creative writing to elementary age students all the way up through high school and encouraging those students to follow their writing dreams gave Samantha the confidence to take that step as well. 

When she's not working on a new story, she spends her time reading contemporary romances, playing way too many games of Scrabble or Solitaire on Facebook and spending time with her husband of 25 years and their two sons in North Carolina.


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