Raging Heart On (Lucas Brothers Book 2)

This is the second story of the Lucas Brothers series, that launched the Lucas universe. While this could probably be read as a stand-alone, why would you want to? For maximum reader satisfaction, I HIGHLY recommend that these be read in series order, as there are reoccurring characters, consecutive timelines and overarching themes.This contemporary romance is written with a sense of humor that had me laughing so hard I had tears running down my face and actually woke my husband up! From the “baby batter” to the pet cow that thinks it is a dog (plays fetch, loves belly rubs, etc.) I don’t know how Jordan Marie came up with some of these things, but can’t wait to read the next one.⛔️ Contains references to, or scenes detailing subject matter that may be a trigger or offensive to some, including: adult language; derogatory terms; mental health issues (anxiety, depression, PTSD); steamy adult intimate scenes with dominance, submission, multiple hookups, etc.; violence such as fighting, assault, attempted rape, blackmail, betrayal, subterfuge, as well as the mental and physical abuse of a female and adult, etc.There are grammatical issues throughout, although nothing was difficult to interpret. These primarily included incorrect word choice / tense, missing words and extra inserted words. I am mentioning these for readers such as myself that visualize the story as it is read, because errors interrupt the flow.I love me some Ida Sue and Janson, they both are scene stealers, but she really is over the top - love it! The things that she says just cracks me up and keeps me searching for her next scene. I think she needs her own story!This story has several sub-plots and a really good pace. We also get a chance to meet Black and he does sound interesting. The naming convention of the kids and grandkids still cracks me up.White is a professional football player for Dallas. He hurt his shoulder, so he had surgery. He is still recovering, but it is not healing like it should, so there is a chance he might not be able to return as the Quarterback.Kayla is White’s best friend and has been for years. She has been in love with him since he took her to prom after his brother (Green) cancelled on her when the girl he really wanted to go suddenly became available. White has no idea and Kayla has finally decided that she needs to let her dream of him go and find someone else. She wants a family and White has been very open about how he never wants kids or a wife.So Kayla decides to make a rational decision and accepts the proposal of a man even though it is not a love match. Tommy is still in love with his ex and is a good father to their child. Kayla dreads telling White because he is not a fan on Tommy or his ex (she is also the ex of one of White’s brother), but even she is surprised at White’s reaction.White can’t believe that Kayla is really thinking about marrying Tommy and why? Why would she do that? Kayla says because she is lonely and wants a family, but she still has time. White can’t let her make this mistake and is determined to find a way to stop their nuptials.Then after White is successful in getting Kayla to call it off, he has to stop her from going to a bar … geez what is going on? Why has he suddenly started to have fantasies and dreams of his best friend?! How could she trust some stranger to be a baby daddy? What about a disease?!Then he finally tracks her down with some assistance and gets a look at the list she has started of potential fathers … and he is NOT on the list, but two of his brothers are? NFW!! Over his dead body! If she wants a baby, then she can have his!

With each book, each page I more fall for Crayon Gang. They are hilarious, emotional combustion and royal as family should be. And I need more of them.I loved Kayla and White together. They were witty, sexy and sweet. They both completed each other. Filling what was missing in theirs life.Kayla has some issues, which comes from her childhood. When it was reveal what she's been through, I couldn’t believe it. I so was pissed and wanted to beat the s*** out of someone's. It partly made me to understand her hang-ups. Because the way she saw herself disturbed me so much. Kayla is beautiful, sweet and loyal woman, that deserved for her all dreams to come true, but she was always putting herself down, always criticising herself and second guessing. It was painful to 'see' her like that and you just wanted to give her a big hug.But also, Kayla made me sometimes so frustrated with her. There was a secret she kept from White. Those things always so irks me. At the beginning, I could understand her reasoning. But latter it was just... She was so lost in her misery, she wasn’t listening a word White was saying. He may not been exactly blunt with his words about his feelings, because he isn’t flowery guy after all, but he was opening his heart for her and claiming her with every unsaid word, with every touch. She just needed to open her eyes to see and to feel it. But that secret made her so unhappy, scared and insecure, even though she was living a dream with him, that Kayla just couldn’t see anything else. She wanted to tell him about it. Kayla even was close a couple of times, but each time fear was keeping her back. Sometimes I thought that her fear and insecurities were much stronger then her love for White. And that was so sad. Because being with someone, meant talking with him not only about your dreams but fears too. Not to mention, for you to be really happy with someone, there shouldn't be any secrets that could smear special thing for you.And White.... I love that man. He's so bossy alpha. But also sometimes can be like a big kid, ready to cause mischief and make you laugh. On another time he can be really sweet, that you wish to cry happy tears, you are so touched by that side of his. I especially loved his possessiveness. Those growly caveman moments of his... Sighs. In all he was a perfect hero with his flaws, that made him even more ideal. Though, I have to say, while I'm sitting at this review, I couldn’t come up with not even one flaw of White. Lol.

This book was fantastic, I just loved everything about it.It's funny and Sexy and highly addictive.I just loved White and Kayla together I was rooting for them from the start. I admit to wanting to slap White a few times just to kick him into gear.Kayla has loved White from a distance for years happy to be his friend it's because it's better than nothing.But she's unhappy with her life, she wants a baby. After making a short list of candidates she thinks it all going to be okay.White has other ideas after hearing about Kaylas baby plans. It unleashes a jealousy that White can't explain. It forces him to confront his feelings for Kayla and act on them before it's too late.This book was fantastic it had it all humour mixed with a dirty talking Alpha Male who knows exactly what he's doing.I adore this series I can't wait for book 3. I still love Ida Sue hard I love her humour and fierce protective streak for her family. The woman is as mad as a hatter. Who names all their kids after colours and flowers??? It's crazy but it works.I'm absolutely dying to read the other brothers story's, I'm especially excited for more about Cyan his secrets are going to be dark and I can not wait.Well done Jordan Marie this series is going on my instant 1 click list. I just love it. <3

This is white and Kayla's story. Another alpha of the LUCAS Brothers. White and Kayla have been friends for 15 years and it takes that long for him to realise that his best friend is the woman he wants. When he learns that Kayla wants a baby. He is determined that he is the man to do the job, he just needs to convince Kayla that he could be her baby daddy and so much more when he realises how much his best friend is not only the woman he loves but is the woman who holds his heart like no other woman has. Just buy the damned book and let White Hall Lucas show you how to love hard and conquer. Five star read in another Lucas Brother book. Get crazy with the family and feel apart of something only real love and family can give. A warm feeling that makes your toes curl and heart clench just being part of it

I loved this book and the character White and Kayla, I found myself laughing out loud at some of the mothers dialogue in the book. I liked the fact that it was huge family but had each others back. I cant wait to read about the other brothers and sisters. Not found a character I don't like yet.I have now read lot of books from this author and can say the majority of the books are well written and have good flow.

Brought dowm to watch with a bump and finally falling in love with his best friend. Some outside interference and a few skeletons add some drama to a sweet funny book.

White was the perfect kind of swoon worth alpha male and the way he loved Kayla was just beautiful!! I loved that we got to know the brothers a little more in this book and it especially made me curious about Cyan and Alice and Petal and Luka! Ida Sue was dishing out more of her very own brand of crazy in this book too which is always hilarious to read about!5 stars ✴✴✴✴✴