Ever After Between the Lines

by Carrie Ann Ryan

Happy Ever After is Only the Beginning.
Find your fate between the lines in this collection of steamy and special romances from NYT Bestselling Author Carrie Ann Ryan.
Fate can change in an instant.
But love can be everlasting.

Includes EIGHT short stories and novellas never before in audio or print.

What if it's You (A Montgomery Ink Legacy Romance)

Over the Bridge (A Montgomery Ink Legacy Romance)

Was it Over Then (A Wilder Brothers Romance)

Inked Kingdom (A Montgomery Ink Romance)

Montgomery Midnight Kisses (A Montgomery Ink Romance)

Inked Fantasy (A Montgomery Boulder Romance)

A Very Montgomery Christmas (A Montgomery Boulder Romance)

Delicate Nights (A Montgomery Ink Romance)

383 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 25, 2025

About the author

Carrie Ann Ryan is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of contemporary, paranormal, and young adult romance. Her works include the Montgomery Ink, Talon Pack, Promise Me, and Elements of Five series, which have sold millions of books worldwide. She's the winner of a RT Book of the Year and a Prism Award in her genres. She started writing while in graduate school for her advanced degree in chemistry and hasn’t stopped since. Carrie Ann has written over seventy-five novels and novellas with more in the works. When she’s not losing herself in her emotional and action-packed worlds, she’s reading as much as she can while wrangling her clowder of cats who have more followers than she does.

The Montgomery Ink World contains the following series, though each series is a stand alone and can be read in any order. Feel free to hop around:

The Montgomery Ink Series
The Gallagher Brothers Series
The Montgomery Ink: Colorado Springs Series
The Whiskey and Lies Series
The Fractured Connections Series
The Montgomery Ink: Boulder Series
The Less Than Series
The Promise Me Series

Her Elements of Five Series is her Young Adult Romance series while her other series are all adult.

Her Talon Pack series is set in the same world as the Redwood Pack series, only 30 years later.

The Dante's Circle, Holiday, Montana, and Branded Packs series are all individual series as well.

Reviews

[Julie Booklover · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you are a lover of Carrie Ann Ryan it is good to catch up with her series. If you have never read her, a great sampler to start. This collection of novellas covers her Wilder series and Montgomery world.

Includes EIGHT short stories and novellas never before in audio or print.

What if it's You (A Montgomery Ink Legacy Romance)

Over the Bridge (A Montgomery Ink Legacy Romance)

Was it Over Then (A Wilder Brothers Romance)

Inked Kingdom (A Montgomery Ink Romance)

Montgomery Midnight Kisses (A Montgomery Ink Romance)

Inked Fantasy (A Montgomery Boulder Romance)

A Very Montgomery Christmas (A Montgomery Boulder Romance)

Delicate Nights (A Montgomery Ink Romance)

Each story stands on its own. Each story brings heart, spice, and charm that Ms. Ryan writes into all her stories. Some heat, some emotion, and if you are like me, one who cannot get enough, visits with old friends.

Thank you to the Author for the advanced copy; this is my voluntary review.

[Nadine Bookaholic · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love that Carrie Ann Ryan took these never-before-in-print or in audio novellas and bonus scenes and put them together in this collection. It's an excellent way for readers and fans of the Montgomery Ink, MI Legacy, and Wilder Brothers Series to read some things they may have missed before, if they were in Anthologies that are no longer available.

Inked Kingdom (A Montgomery Ink Romance) ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Underworld Kings Series is a multi-author series that revolves around the same Organized Crime World and is a great way to dive into new authors. I have been a fan of Carrie Ann Ryan's for a while now but if you haven't read any of her books before this a great time to explore her work.

Stone has had enough of the Kingdom and wants out; his girlfriend, Sarina, got out several years ago. Now it's his turn...only it's not going to be as easy as it sounds.

Sarina has started a new life for herself after she ran from the Kingdom. With one eye always on the lookout for trouble, she has kept busy with work and the few friends she has made....the Montgomerys.

A Very Montgomery Christmas (A Montgomery Boulder Romance) ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Christmas Montgomery Style!
What a nice way to catch us up with all of the Boulder Montgomerys.
All your questions will be answered. Who has kids? Who's pregnant? Will there be a Christmas baby, or maybe there will be a surprise or two? Gather around the Christmas table and celebrate with the family we have all come to love.

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[Erin · Rating 4 out of 5]

ARC Review
Ever After Between the Lines was such a treat to read. This collection of novellas was full of heart, warmth, and romance, and I truly enjoyed each and every one. While every story stands on its own, they’re even more special if you’ve read the other books in these “universes” and are already familiar with the characters.

Some novellas were sweet and feel-good, others heartfelt and emotional, but all carried that signature Carrie Ann Ryan charm that keeps you hooked. The characters felt like old friends, the romances were easy to root for, and the moments of connection were beautifully done.

As for spice, there are definitely several spicy chapters sprinkled throughout the collection, though they’re spread across multiple novellas and hard to pin down exactly — something to keep in mind for readers who like to know heat levels in advance.

If you enjoy small bites of romance with a mix of sweet, emotional, and steamy moments — plus the joy of revisiting beloved worlds — this collection is well worth picking up.

[World Of Books 65 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ever After Between the Lines is a collection of eight irresistible novellas from the Montgomery Ink Legacy world—each one delivering heart, heat, and that trademark Carrie Ann Ryan emotional punch.

We open with Inked Kingdom, a pulse-racing second chance romance. Stone has been trapped in the dark world he was born into for far too long, but the only girl he’s ever loved escaped years ago. Now, he’s ready to fight for her—and for freedom. But will The King, the ruthless boss, let them go?

Next is Inked Fantasy, where a single date turns into so much more. Jack and Jane’s evening is full of sizzling surprises, but what happens when the sun comes up?

A Very Montgomery Christmas is everything you want in a holiday novella—family banter, love, warmth, and just a touch of Yuletide drama to make it perfect.

Halfway through, we get a brilliant secret romance between Sawyer and Kate. But when the truth comes out, it’s followed by even more heart-wrenching revelations. This is Carrie Ann Ryan at her finest—tissues highly recommended.

What If It’s You proves once again that second chances are magic in Ryan’s hands. This sizzling F/F romance is tender, passionate, and absolutely perfect.

Was It Over takes us into the Wilder Brothers world with a celebrity and bodyguard second-chance romance that’s as intoxicating as it is heartfelt. You can’t help but root for Everland and Finley.

Finally, Delicate Nights gives us a Montgomery Ink bonus scene with Austin and Sierra. Their original story was captivating, and now, a few years later, we see them navigating life and love as they try to steal just one night together.

Eight novellas. Eight happily-ever-afters. All wrapped in Carrie Ann Ryan’s signature blend of heat, heart, and unforgettable characters. Ever After Between the Lines is a must-have for any romance lover’s library.

[Sally · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a brilliant collection of novellas from the Montgomery's.
It's lovely to catch up with some of the characters and get more of their lives together and hea.
Some drama and plenty of steam scenes but also so much more.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.

[Jennifer Leigh (jenjenbookfan) · Rating 4 out of 5]

𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 by Carrie Ann Ryan is a collection of 8 must-read novellas from her Montgomery Ink Legacy or Wilder Brothers worlds. It is the ultimate way to get a taste of what she always brings to her books… compelling characters, real emotions, palpable chemistry, and a natural witty banter that is enhanced by Carrie Ann’s mastery of the found family vibe exuded by her large families! I just wish they were longer!😆

𝑶𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝑹𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 — ★★★★

𝐈𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐝𝐨𝐦 (A Montgomery Ink Romance) is a high-octane second romance for Stone and Sarina. She escaped the ruthless King years ago, and Stone’s finally ready to take a chance for freedom and love, but will really be free? I loved the angst, the connection, and the dark edge of the world they came from! What a fun intro to this couple!

𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐠𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐌𝐢𝐝𝐧𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐊𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 (A Montgomery Ink Romance) is a heartwarming holiday novella that revisits Alexander and Tabby Montgomery and their branch of the family, as he surprises his wife with a New Year’s trip away! It was a great blend of sweetness and spice and family antics as the two young parents navigate raising twin toddlers! And how fun is it to go back and see Aria and Sebastian as littles! I love this large family dynamic so much!

𝐈𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐅𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐬𝐲 (A Montgomery Ink: Boulder Romance) is a sizzling one-night stand novella between strangers Jack and Jane, or is it? I loved the chemistry, the banter, and the plot twist! It was a fun one!

𝐀 𝐕𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐠𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐬 (A Montgomery Ink: Boulder Romance) is a fantastic Christmas story that covers several of the Boulder Montgomery couples. From exhausted new parents, to pregnancies, kids, babies, and dogs, I live for the banter, the bonds, and the family drama. Loved this one!

𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐞 (A Montgomery Ink Legacy Romance) is a super brief, yet emotional and passionate novella by Carrie Ann Ryan, featuring Kate and Sawyer’s story. In just 5 short chapters, these characters went on a full roller coaster ride of angst, undeniable chemistry, suppressed feelings, major secrets and surprises all wrapped up in a covert relationship between two people who may or may not be on the same page. It was great to revisit this world that I love, but the profound emotion just deserved more time! I needed more from this couple! Gah!

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐟 𝐢𝐭'𝐬 𝐘𝐨𝐮 (A Montgomery Ink Legacy Romance) is a FF second chance romance for Jess and Demi that feels heavy on fate with some passion, romance, and emotional moments.

𝐖𝐚𝐬 𝐢𝐭 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐧 (A Wilder Brothers Romance) is a celebrity/bodyguard second chance romance for Everland and Finley! It was full of great characters, authentic emotions, good chemistry, and a couple that was obviously meant to be together and finally getting their chance!!

𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 (A Montgomery Ink Romance) revisits Austin and Sierra from Delicate Ink, and despite the happy marriage and two great kids, they really need a night together! A glimpse at what is so great about this world… a couple who has been through it, found real love on the other side, and still has that passion and love for one another! Then when it’s time to go home, they shower their kids with love, too! I love these characters!

[Dar · Rating 5 out of 5]

Inked Kingdom – that has an edge, a darkness, to it that I did not expect, but was there for wholeheartedly. We have new characters, Stone and Sarina, connected to the Montgomery’s, but you can read this one without anything else. A miasma of pain lingers over their story, but they do get their HEA

Montgomery Midnight Kisses – I’m always up for some OG Montgomery’s, and Alex and Tabby are two of my favourites! It was so sweet seeing Sebastian and Aria as toddlers, now that we’ve seen them as adults, and feel the warmth and love this family exudes <3

Inked Fantasy – These two stole my heart the first time around, and seeing them happy and settled, and still incredibly hot together, only solidified that 😊

A Very Montgomery Christmas – This was an emotional one, a happy emotional one, as we get each of the four siblings POV, and their mom, at Christmas. Families have grown, and are growing, and everyone is settling into their new roles as parents, grandparents, and welcoming, or planning, for new family members

Over The Bridge – Okay, so Kate finally gets her story, and it is with Sawyer. Secret, check; Falling anyways, check; Tragic secrets, double check; Life alternating moment that gives clarity to the road for forever, all the checks <3

What if It’s You – Gah, this was so sweet and wonderful! A missed chance years earlier turns into a coincidental meeting, and they are off to the, well, baseball game. These two deserved their chance, and while it took years to get to it, they finally are with the person they should be 😊

Was it Over Then – A second chance, now that the time is right. These two picked up where they left off, and it was all the more perfect because now was their time!

Delicate Nights – A heated moment with the Montgomery who started it all!!!

[ChristiLovesBooks_smut · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ever After Between the Lines, book 8.5 of the Montgomery Ink Legacy, by Carrie Ann Ryan @carrieannryanauthor. Carrie Ann is an amazing author! This book has 8 short stories for the multiple Montgomery series. I ONLY read the following novellas at this time.

Over the Bridge (A Montgomery Ink Legacy Romance)- Sawyer & Kate was a deliciously naughty secret relationship novella that was excellent! Tropes: Contemporary, Secret Relationship, Same Building/Different Businesses Co-Workers,

What if it's You (A Montgomery Ink Legacy Romance) - this was about Jess & Demi & it was a great novella. Tropes: Contemporary, Sapphic (to my knowledge, this is Carrie’s only WLW book), College Friends to Lovers, Chance Meeting, Feels Like Fate, No 3rd Act Break Up & HEA!

[Brit W · Rating 5 out of 5]

Carrie Ann never fails to hook you from the beginning, and makes it hard to want to put the book/(books) down! Right from the first two stories, I knew I needed more and purchased the audio version (and if you didn’t know, all her books and audio’s are available on her website a WEEK before release!!) They are adventurous through each couples story, emotional, heart-warming, and captivating. There were even a few seasonal ones that are giving me all the feels! Now, I am going back to read each couples full story because I loved them all! Oh, and that cover? STUNNING!

I appreciate the opportunity to have received an advance copy and my review is honest and voluntary.

[Only.ever.books · Rating 5 out of 5]

Review:
✨Ever After Between The Lines✨
8 Short Stories and Novellas

By Carrie Ann Ryan

✨ Montgomery Ink
✨ Wilder Brothers
✨ Montgomery Ink Legacy

⭐ 5/5

This book gives us 8 short stories and novellas that were never in audio or printed. We get stories with spice, emotions and more.
You get an “what happened to”… stories with characters we got to read about and characters you will root for.
Every story, no matter how short, has you entertained and intrigued.
Inked Kingdom and A Very Montgomery Christmas were my personnel favorite. These short ones are exactly as written and developed as the other books from this world.

[Karen Gray · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this book you revisit the books I could not put down.
I just love Alex and tabby story and Kate and sawyer. Reading this makes me want to read all of them once more.
I just love the Montgomery and wilder families. The books make me laugh and also cry .
They are my go to books when I’m feeling low .
Well written,

[Raeann Wolfley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rtc

[Kamila Mykhailiuk · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! I absolutely loved this collection of books. Amazing characters and wonderful plots. Very beautifully written and easy to read.

[Vicki · Rating 4 out of 5]

this was cute little snippets and it was nice seeing just a little bit more with theese characters