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Devlin (7 Brides for 7 Blackthornes Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Barbara Freethy (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 1,511 ratings

Meet the Blackthorne men, each one as hot, fast, and smooth as the whisky that built the family fortune, and the yachts and race cars that bear their name. From proud Scottish stock, Blackthornes never lose. But, one by one, the seven sexy men in this family are about to risk everything when they fall for strong and beautiful women who test their mettle in life…and love.

Devlin – Book One

As the second Blackthorne son, Devlin usually likes to stay out of the family drama, but with his family suddenly falling apart, he has one way to bring them back together. He wants to win the Southern Maine Sailing Invitational, like his father and uncle before him. He has built the fastest boat, he has planned for every contingency, except one…a beautiful blonde determined to beat him and avenge a family betrayal.

Hannah Reid is tired of watching the Blackthornes win races on boats built by her dad, especially after the family patriarch fired her father. She has only one way to get revenge, win the race. Unfortunately, Devlin Blackthorne is standing in her way. She wants to hate him, but Devlin's love of the sea and brave, adventurous spirit mirrors her own, and she begins to realize that this sexy, charming man is hurting, too.

As they race to the finish, battling strong winds and family loyalty, Hannah and Devlin wonder if winning each other wouldn't be the greatest win of all…

Don't miss these sexy, heartwarming, emotion-filled books by seven bestselling authors: Barbara Freethy, Julia London, Lynn Raye Harris, Cristin Harber, Roxanne St. Claire, Samantha Chase, and Christie Ridgway.

Devlin #1 – Barbara Freethy

Jason #2 – Julia London

Ross #3 – Lynn Raye Harris

Phillip #4 – Cristin Harber

Brock #5 – Roxanne St. Claire

Logan #6 – Samantha Chase

Trey #7 – Christie Ridgway

What the readers are saying about Devlin!

"I loved this book! Barbara Freethy never fails to deliver a story filled with complex characters, great dialogue, beautiful scenery and wonderful plots. Freethy has got this series off to a flying start, and I can’t wait to read the rest. Another 5-star read devoured in one sitting ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️" Book Lovers Anonymous

"This is a quick enjoyable read with sharp, likeable, passionate characters. Its a fun book and a great beginning to what promises to be an excellent series. Don't miss it!" Trude – Goodreads

"I binge read this book. Seriously, I didn’t even get out of my PJ’s until I was finished. I loved everything about this story. The setting, the family dynamics and of course Devlin Blackthorne himself. I was drawn into their world and I didn’t want it to end. Devlin hooked me and I’m anxious for the next book, I can’t wait to see what’s next for the Blackthorne’s. I highly recommend!" Tammy – Goodreads

"Passion, competition, family relationships, renewed friendships, and chemistry bring Devlin and Hannah together. A heartwarming book full of emotion and passion- another winner by Batbara Freethy and an engrossing start to the series. I loved it!" Kristen - Goodreads

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"A fabulous, page-turning combination of romance and intrigue. Fans of Nora Roberts and Elizabeth Lowell will love this book." — NYT Bestselling Author Kristin Hannah on Golden Lies

"This book has it all: heart, community, and characters who will remain with you long after the book has ended. A wonderful story." — NYT Bestselling Author Debbie Macomber on Suddenly One Summer

"Gifted author Barbara Freethy creates an irresistible tale of family secrets, riveting adventure and heart- touching romance." — NYT Bestselling Author Susan Wiggs on Summer Secrets

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    7 Brides for 7 Blackthornes
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07SX7TV6V
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Fog City Publishing
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 1, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.5 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 200 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1943781881
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  • Book 1 of 7 ‏ : ‎ 7 Brides for 7 Blackthornes
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Barbara Freethy is a #1 New York Times bestselling author of 75 novels ranging from mystery thrillers to romantic suspense, contemporary romance, and women's fiction. Barbara has sold more than 11 million copies of her books worldwide. In 2014 she was named the Amazon KDP bestselling Author of ALL TIME! Twenty-eight of her titles have appeared on the NY Times and USA Today bestseller lists.

Barbara is known for writing emotional, page-turning novels that often include family drama and always have a surprising twist. Her newest thriller, ALL THE PRETTY PEOPLE is a destination wedding that turns into a terrifying weekend of mystery and suspense and not everyone will get off the island alive. Her next mystery thriller LAST ONE TO KNOW is currently on preorder.

Romantic suspense fans will enjoy the ongoing OFF THE GRID: FBI SERIES, which features a group of agents who met at Quantico. Each book is a standalone romantic thriller! The newest book is PERFECT TARGET.

Contemporary romance fans who love books that are complex, heartwarming, emotional, with a mix of sexy and romantic will want to check out Barbara's ongoing series: WHISPER LAKE (the newest book is TANGLED UP IN YOU), THE CALLAWAYS, THE WISH SERIES, as well as twelve standalone romance novels. DANIEL'S GIFT is the ultimate tearjerker and won the RITA from Romance Writers of America for BEST CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Women's fiction fans who also like some suspense should take a look at Barbara's NYT standalone bestellers: SUMMER SECRETS and DON"T SAY A WORD.

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Customers find this book to be a great beginning to the series, with an engaging story that keeps readers interested. They appreciate the romance elements, particularly the family dynamics, and one customer describes it as a heart-warming story about a broken friendship. Customers love the characters and find the writing style well-executed.

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Customers find the book easy to read and appreciate it as a good starting point for the series, with one customer particularly enjoying Devlin and Hannah's story.

"...Loved the story also, looking forward to the next book." Read more

"...Devlin was such a wonderful story, with amazing characters and setting. I felt like I was right there on the water...." Read more

"...Add in a sailboat race to add to the tension. A great story." Read more

"...to be the beginning of a series of books but you can definitely read it as a standalone...." Read more

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Customers find the book engaging and fun, describing it as a sexy set of books that keeps their interest.

"...This is the first of seven Blackthornes to fall! Devlin is sweet and sexy. He feels his dad has treated Hannah's dad unfairly...." Read more

"...Frisky, pushy, cute and loving describes Hannah. Together, they are hot and determined. This is a great partnership to begin the Blackthorne series...." Read more

"...fashion, she has developed characters and a storyline that are compelling and endearing. I was hooked in chapter one of Devlin's story...." Read more

"...Great family dynamics, tension, sparks and following your dreams." Read more

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Customers enjoy the romance in the book, appreciating its great love story and family dynamics, with one customer noting its bittersweet moments.

"A interesting romance that captures life in a Small Town. Devlin and Hannah have a few challenges to overcome along with their parents." Read more

"...The book is filled with bittersweet moments and poignant memories. I could not put it down. I am looking forward to reading Jason's story." Read more

"...say this book taught the meaning of the importance of family and friendship. I can't wait to see where the next book take it...." Read more

"An intriguing story about a broken friendship; a broken marriage that had lasted many years but lastly about a boat race that helped to bring two..." Read more

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Customers love the characters in the book.

"I liked this book because of the characters and the setting...." Read more

"...Devlin was such a wonderful story, with amazing characters and setting. I felt like I was right there on the water...." Read more

"...The author does a fantastic job of introducing all of the characters as well as their 'hometown'...." Read more

"...The characters are smart, strong and independent. The obstacles that bring them together are a problem that they work to overcome...." Read more

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"...I love, love, love, Barbara Freethy's writing style!! Wonderful book!!" Read more

"...Fun, love the characters, well written. Highly recommended!" Read more

"...Character development is superficial and trite. Mechanics of the writing is not professional; there are grammatical errors, awkward phrasing and..." Read more

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  • SonyaPott
    5.0 out of 5 stars Started a good series
    Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2025
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    I liked this book because of the characters and the setting.
    Always look for books in towns by the ocean especially New England and the west coast.
    Loved the story also, looking forward to the next book.
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    4.0 out of 5 stars Decline (7 Brides for 7 Blackthornes book 1) by Barbara Freethy
    Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2023
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    A interesting romance that captures life in a Small Town. Devlin and Hannah have a few challenges to overcome along with their parents.
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  • Patti Lucas
    5.0 out of 5 stars Devlin is an Outstanding Love Story
    Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2019
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    I really enjoyed Devlin, Book One of the 7 Brides for 7 Blackthornes by Barbara Freethy. It was a really outstanding and heart warming story. Devlin is the story of Devlin Blackthorne and Hannah Reid. Hannah arrives in King Harbor to defend her father who has been fired from his job at the Boatworks, the boat making division of Blackthorne Enterprises. Devlin starts with the 60th birthday party of Devlin's mom Claire. Once again, her husband, Graham has decided to mix business with pleasure. Claire walks out of her own birthday party and leaves King Harbor. Hannah confronts Devlin, and Devlin promises to talk to Graham about why he fired Frank Reid when he returns to King Harbor. The attraction between Devlin and Hannah is undeniable, but they both have ghosts in their past that they must deal with. Devlin is only interested in casual flings, because he has never gotten over the death of his first love ten years ago. He wants to protect his heart. Hannah really does not want to do casual, but not sure if she is interested in getting involved with someone still in love with his first love, since she is recovering from a broken three day engagement where her fiance got back together with his ex-girlfriend. Hannah decides to enter the annual Memorial Day sail boat race with her Dad, both of them hoping to beat the Blackthornes. Hannah plans on returning to her life in Austin as a realtor with her Mom after the race. As race day approaches Hannah and Devlin get closer. Who will win the race and what will Hannah decide to do with her life. Devlin was such a wonderful story, with amazing characters and setting. I felt like I was right there on the water. The book is filled with bittersweet moments and poignant memories. I could not put it down. I am looking forward to reading Jason's story.
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  • Pamela Devereux
    5.0 out of 5 stars Meant to be
    Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2020
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    Hannah Reid is one honest woman. If you don't want to hear the truth, you should not ask for it. Mess with her family, she will come at you with everything she's got. Devlin Blackthorn runs one of the family businesses. He is happy because he gets to build boats and sail the ocean blue. From the time they meet, she is spitfire angry and he feels like he's won the lottery. As these two get to know each other, feelings shift. Can she change her mind and stay. If not, can Devlin leave everything he knows. They both know they don't want to be their parents.
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  • Elaine
    4.0 out of 5 stars Great start of a series.
    Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2021
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    The Blackthorne brothers have grown up with money and love. First in a series about them. Each book is a stand alone book. Devlin works at the Blackthorne boat works where Hannah's father had worked until Devlin's father fired him. This sets off conflict between Hannah and Devlin. And Devlin and his father. Hannah has been living in Texas but was back in Maine after her father was fired. Now she is in the middle of all of the conflict but also noticing that she is developing feelings for Devlin. Add in a sailboat race to add to the tension.
    A great story.
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  • Shellebelle
    3.0 out of 5 stars it was okay
    Reviewed in the United States on December 8, 2024
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    I really like Barbara Freethy so this was an easy pick for my next book. Maybe it’s because I’ve been reading books with more substance or I wasn’t in the mood for a romance book, but it just didn’t do it for me. I didn’t get into the characters or even the storyline It wasn’t unenjoyable but I’ll probably pass on the rest
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  • Pamela
    5.0 out of 5 stars Devlin
    Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2019
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    I really enjoyed this book. This is the first of seven Blackthornes to fall! Devlin is sweet and sexy. He feels his dad has treated Hannah's dad unfairly. He is trying to make it right. Along the way things change for hi. And Hannah. Hannah lives a calm life in Austin but when needed gets fired she makes the trip to help him. These two together have undeniable chemistry. They are both struggling with different issues but they was they are together is amazing I loved this book and can wait for the next Blackthorne to fall!
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  • NancyBJ
    5.0 out of 5 stars #1 Book for the 1st Blackthornes Book
    Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2019
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    First, let me say that this book is supposed to be the beginning of a series of books but you can definitely read it as a standalone. The author does a fantastic job of introducing all of the characters as well as their 'hometown'. I hate to give away plots... let me just say this book taught the meaning of the importance of family and friendship. I can't wait to see where the next book take it. I am sure the next author (a different one will do a good job) I love, love, love, Barbara Freethy's writing style!! Wonderful book!!
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  • M. Wright
    5.0 out of 5 stars 5 stars for Devlin by Barbara Freethy
    Reviewed in Canada on October 29, 2023
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    An excellent read for the first book in a new series. Loved the small town vibe. Loved this family and the obvious characters. Loved reading about Devlin and Hannah. A beautiful love story. Can't wait for the next installment of Blackthorne Family.
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  • Bronwyn
    5.0 out of 5 stars A great start
    Reviewed in Australia on August 2, 2019
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    This is the first book in a collaborative series, and a great start. Our leads are very likable, there is family issues and a grudge boat race. Loads of fun! I love these multi author series' and these authors have written together before. While each write in their own style, they blend very well picking up the essence of the other authors characters when they crossover in the storylines. It is a great way to meet new authors, it is how I found Barbara Freethy the first time. Try it and find yourself a new author to read!
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  • Lady-Anna
    5.0 out of 5 stars Kept you wondering from the start
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 18, 2021
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    We have Devlin and Hannah and both their fathers' constant wondering where it was leading right from the start
    I loved following Devlin and Hannah as they wove around each other
    Then, towards the end, you are really wondering what will Hannah do
    Loved this book I recommend it
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  • chaitaly
    2.0 out of 5 stars Not enough of a story
    Reviewed in India on June 7, 2020
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    In today's times it is difficult to believe one falls in love in 2 weeks and there's a happy ever after. Also because Jason is the 2nd book it seems he is here.no depth if relationships and considering his mom has left no one seems he'll bent on finding her or after knowing where she is go to her!
    Sloppy
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  • Shelley C
    4.0 out of 5 stars Devlin opens his heart❣️
    Reviewed in Australia on September 8, 2019
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    Hannah returns to King Harbor upon learning that her father has been fired from the Boatworks which the Blackthornes run. She is livid, especially after her father has dedicated his life to the company and has been extremely loyal, to the detriment of his personal life and even his marriage. Poor Devlin takes the brunt of her emotions when she marches into his office and lays it out for him😁

    Devlin hasn’t wanted to be in a relationship for as long as he can remember, now his mother has up and left her own birthday party, he’s dealing with losing one of their master builders while trying to negotiate with his father, prepare for an annual race and find a crew mate, and he’s fighting his feelings for Hannah😍

    I started reading this series at book three as I usually only buy the books from authors I know, but I’ve ventured out of my comfort zone and I’ve lost my virgin status with Barbara and a few other new to me authors recently❣️Will make an effort to finish Jason before the final story releases this next week...Trey💕
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