Seven Brothers Series by Catherine Lievens

Curtis didn’t expect to meet his mate while he was face-first and naked in the snow. He supposed he hadn’t exactly met Manuel that way, since he’d been unconscious, but that was probably not the best first impression. Manuel wasn’t sure what to do with the naked, gorgeous man, but he took him home—and Curtis ran away. But now small gifts have started appearing on Manuel’s doorstep, and he knows they’re from Curtis... moreCurtis didn’t expect to meet his mate while he was face-first and naked in the snow. He supposed he hadn’t exactly met Manuel that way, since he’d been unconscious, but that was probably not the best first impression. Manuel wasn’t sure what to do with the naked, gorgeous man, but he took him home—and Curtis ran away. But now small gifts have started appearing on Manuel’s doorstep, and he knows they’re from Curtis. With Christmas looming so close and Manuel’s mood being so dark because of his mother’s recent death, he’s not sure what to do about it—or about Curtis. Curtis seems to be intent on gently pushing his way into Manuel’s life, though, and Manuel doesn’t exactly mind. less

Leon isn’t jealous of his best friend. Really, he isn’t. He doesn’t do relationships, so while he’s happy that Manuel has found the man of his life, he’s not planning to follow down his path.Hugh likes his life the way it is—familiar and predictable—even though most people, including his brothers, think he’s boring.He’s in for the shock of his life when he meets Leon. Leon is the opposite of him. He’s colorful and happy, always talking and having fun.He’s also Hugh’s mate... moreLeon isn’t jealous of his best friend. Really, he isn’t. He doesn’t do relationships, so while he’s happy that Manuel has found the man of his life, he’s not planning to follow down his path.Hugh likes his life the way it is—familiar and predictable—even though most people, including his brothers, think he’s boring.He’s in for the shock of his life when he meets Leon. Leon is the opposite of him. He’s colorful and happy, always talking and having fun.He’s also Hugh’s mate.Hugh doesn’t know what to do with that, and after Leon tells him he doesn’t date, Hugh steps back, unsure whether or not he should tell Leon he’s his mate.Hugh can’t keep it a secret forever, but can he ignore everything that makes him who he is and throw himself into what could be the happiest relationship of his life? And if he does, will Leon agree to take a chance, or will he run away like he’s used to doing? less

Strength is infinite.Richie left his own personal hell behind when he ran away from his abusive boyfriend, or at least, he’d thought so. But even now that he’s back home, he’s afraid and can’t stop seeing his ex everywhere. He doesn’t know if he’s strong enough to dig Francis’s claws out of him, but he’s going to try.Meeting his mate wasn’t part of his plan.Gilbert’s best friend’s family has unofficially adopted him. He cares about all seven Long brothers, even Richie, whom he barely knows... moreStrength is infinite.Richie left his own personal hell behind when he ran away from his abusive boyfriend, or at least, he’d thought so. But even now that he’s back home, he’s afraid and can’t stop seeing his ex everywhere. He doesn’t know if he’s strong enough to dig Francis’s claws out of him, but he’s going to try.Meeting his mate wasn’t part of his plan.Gilbert’s best friend’s family has unofficially adopted him. He cares about all seven Long brothers, even Richie, whom he barely knows. Gilbert doesn’t understand why he wants to protect Richie and help him heal, but he does, and as long as Richie doesn’t push him away, he’ll continue.Richie has no idea how to deal with his mate. His last relationship was a disaster, and he doesn’t trust himself anymore. He has to deal with his fears if he wants to be happy, but can he? And as if that weren’t bad enough, what will happen when Francis decides to step back into his life? less

Can you fake a relationship... with your mate?Andy is the only one of his brothers who hasn’t met his mate yet, and he doesn’t expect it to happen anytime soon. What would be the odds? So he’s stunned when he meets Claude and realizes he just did.Claude had no idea what he was getting into when he agreed to go to a birthday party. He didn’t expect his boss and father figure to tell him that he, his family, and his son-in-law’s family are all shifters... moreCan you fake a relationship... with your mate?Andy is the only one of his brothers who hasn’t met his mate yet, and he doesn’t expect it to happen anytime soon. What would be the odds? So he’s stunned when he meets Claude and realizes he just did.Claude had no idea what he was getting into when he agreed to go to a birthday party. He didn’t expect his boss and father figure to tell him that he, his family, and his son-in-law’s family are all shifters.Claude has a hard time believing shifters are a thing outside romance novels, so Andy decides to wait to tell him about their bond. Then Claude asks him to be his fake boyfriend at a work event, and Andy can’t say no. He hopes the experience will pull them together, but Claude has erected a hard shell around his heart, and he’s not about to break it down.Claude is done with relationships, so why does he want to give in to Andy? Why is he tempted to put his heart in jeopardy once again when he swore he’d never allow another man to make him vulnerable and hurt him?Will Andy be the one to break down Claude’s walls and convince him to trust his heart, or will he fail and find himself rejected by his mate? less