My Brother's Keeper Collection Series by Royal Blue

My Brother's Keeper Collection: Book One Some scars are on the body, while others exist only on the heart. But together, two scarred souls can find healing, love, and family. Professional basketball player Kyle Tyson is suffocating beneath the weight of his responsibilities and his past. Childhood abuse left its mark, as did Kyle’s guilt over his sister’s death... moreMy Brother's Keeper Collection: Book One Some scars are on the body, while others exist only on the heart. But together, two scarred souls can find healing, love, and family. Professional basketball player Kyle Tyson is suffocating beneath the weight of his responsibilities and his past. Childhood abuse left its mark, as did Kyle’s guilt over his sister’s death. Now he’s trying to raise his young nephew, pursue his career, and dodge a narcissistic and manipulative ex who wants to out Kyle before he’s ready. Schoolteacher Andy Connor found comfort in food as a boy, and he bears the marks of a botched skin-tightening surgery following the dramatic weight loss that saved his life. Still, Andy is insecure about his body and can scarcely believe someone like Kyle could be interested in him. But as they get to know each other, Andy starts to see himself through new eyes. Now if he can just help Kyle learn to love himself as much as Andy is growing to love him. less

I can’t breathe. Everyone’s counting on Kyle Tyson. Too bad I don’t know who Kyle is anymore, but there’s no time for me to fall apart. My sister is gone and now I have her son to look after. To top it all off, the man I’ve cared for five years has forced my eyes open when I needed him to be there most. Just when I think I may drown, Andy Connor comes into my life. Never in a million years did I think the Kyle Tyson would give me a second glance. I mean, come on... moreI can’t breathe. Everyone’s counting on Kyle Tyson. Too bad I don’t know who Kyle is anymore, but there’s no time for me to fall apart. My sister is gone and now I have her son to look after. To top it all off, the man I’ve cared for five years has forced my eyes open when I needed him to be there most. Just when I think I may drown, Andy Connor comes into my life. Never in a million years did I think the Kyle Tyson would give me a second glance. I mean, come on. He’s gorgeous and a professional basketball player. I’m just the schoolteacher who wants desperately to help his nephew make it through this difficult time after losing his mother. We both have scars. Mine are emotional and could cover the entire basketball court. Mine are skin-deep and could chase away my chance to hold on to love. Will we overcome our turmoil, insecurities, and demons while navigating the obstacles in our way? Or will our scars reveal too much and cost us everything? less

My past is riding my back. I can still hear them chanting my name— Beau James, Beau James. I’m not the Beau James Dalton everyone rooted for. The man I love lost his life at my hands. I don’t deserve redemption after what I’ve done. I certainly don’t belong in a boxing ring. I left my heart in that ring that night. At least, I thought I did. I can’t live my life like this. I’m a Marine. I was built to survive and conquer. Still, I know I’m not the same Angel... moreMy past is riding my back. I can still hear them chanting my name— Beau James, Beau James. I’m not the Beau James Dalton everyone rooted for. The man I love lost his life at my hands. I don’t deserve redemption after what I’ve done. I certainly don’t belong in a boxing ring. I left my heart in that ring that night. At least, I thought I did. I can’t live my life like this. I’m a Marine. I was built to survive and conquer. Still, I know I’m not the same Angel. That last tour took the biggest chunk out of me, and I’m fighting every day just to keep my head above water. My twin brother has offered me a chance to catch my breath at the gym he works for. I’ve been staying my nights there. Well, that’s until his boss, Beau, walks in and finds me in the shower after hours. We both need a lifeline. Interestingly enough, an unexpected special little someone may be just what we both need to heal enough to move on. Or will PTSD get the best of us all? less