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Naughty Neuro
It’s a high I never want to stop.
Job I love, big money, fast cars.
Good friends and fine women.
Saving lives one brain at a time.
I’ve got it all…
Except the one treasure I can’t touch.
Bella Garrett.
For seven years she’s tortured me.
Her smile, compassion, and a body that kills me.
Every. Damn. Time.
It’s like she knows but enjoys my pain anyway.
I promised to be good,
keep my hands to myself.
Until they told me she’s my new resident.
Six months working underneath me?
No man is that strong.
Be professional.
Share your knowledge.
Make her the best she can be.
The risk is worth the reward…
But the price I pay, could be losing it all.
Job I love, big money, fast cars.
Good friends and fine women.
Saving lives one brain at a time.
I’ve got it all…
Except the one treasure I can’t touch.
Bella Garrett.
For seven years she’s tortured me.
Her smile, compassion, and a body that kills me.
Every. Damn. Time.
It’s like she knows but enjoys my pain anyway.
I promised to be good,
keep my hands to myself.
Until they told me she’s my new resident.
Six months working underneath me?
No man is that strong.
Be professional.
Share your knowledge.
Make her the best she can be.
The risk is worth the reward…
But the price I pay, could be losing it all.
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Published June 14, 2020
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Karen Deen
52 books571 followersKaren Deen is an international bestselling author who loves to write love stories that will stay with you long after you’ve finished. Stories filled with spice and witty banter, while being full of emotion, comedy, suspense and twists and turns that you never see coming. All the time steering her characters to their happily ever after. Everything you need in a good love story.
Writing from her picturesque hometown near Sydney, Australia, Karen is enjoying life with her childhood sweetheart husband, three adult children and their ever-growing family. And can also be found out for a sneaky lunch or coffee date with friends that involves laughter until their sides hurt.
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Writing from her picturesque hometown near Sydney, Australia, Karen is enjoying life with her childhood sweetheart husband, three adult children and their ever-growing family. And can also be found out for a sneaky lunch or coffee date with friends that involves laughter until their sides hurt.
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June 10, 2020
With that kind of title, I was expecting erotica with little to no depth. How I was mistaken!
I loved the characters and their relationships: the dynamics between the 4 friends, the one between them and little Bella–at any age. Arabella’s grief and how she deals with it–or not–is also a big part of the story, and it’s heartwrenching. The father’s role, the friends’ protection, the way they behave with the dogs, everything feels real and helps getting into the story.
Everything that happens in the hospital, as well as how the life of a doctor isn’t a peaceful relaxing one, is fascinating. It isn’t too technical, but yet you get a real feel of it. It grounds the story in real life.
I also liked that, if it’s a standalone story, it goes hand in hand with the author’s previous books. The stories happen at the same time, not one after another, so you get glimpses at what’s happening in the other books–no need for tedious backstories or confusing half hints, you know what’s happening from start to finish, just not the details (for that, you have to read the other books).
The writing isn’t always great–there are some unnecessary repetitions, and the steamy scenes could have been written better–but the characters and the plot make up for it.
I assure you, it won’t be long before I read the author’s previous books. And I’m impatient for the next one!
Quickie
- Series: standalone (but linked to 2 other books of Karen Deen, Gorgeous gyno and Private pilot)
- Hashtags: #medical romance #best friend’s sister #playboy #virgin #secret relationship #dog lovers
- Triggers: mention of cancer and death of a parent
- Main couple: Arabella Garrett & Tate McIntyre
- Hotness: 4/5
- Romance: 5/5
- + Tate is such an adorable character
- – the writing isn’t always that good
I loved the characters and their relationships: the dynamics between the 4 friends, the one between them and little Bella–at any age. Arabella’s grief and how she deals with it–or not–is also a big part of the story, and it’s heartwrenching. The father’s role, the friends’ protection, the way they behave with the dogs, everything feels real and helps getting into the story.
Everything that happens in the hospital, as well as how the life of a doctor isn’t a peaceful relaxing one, is fascinating. It isn’t too technical, but yet you get a real feel of it. It grounds the story in real life.
I also liked that, if it’s a standalone story, it goes hand in hand with the author’s previous books. The stories happen at the same time, not one after another, so you get glimpses at what’s happening in the other books–no need for tedious backstories or confusing half hints, you know what’s happening from start to finish, just not the details (for that, you have to read the other books).
The writing isn’t always great–there are some unnecessary repetitions, and the steamy scenes could have been written better–but the characters and the plot make up for it.
I assure you, it won’t be long before I read the author’s previous books. And I’m impatient for the next one!
Quickie
- Series: standalone (but linked to 2 other books of Karen Deen, Gorgeous gyno and Private pilot)
- Hashtags: #medical romance #best friend’s sister #playboy #virgin #secret relationship #dog lovers
- Triggers: mention of cancer and death of a parent
- Main couple: Arabella Garrett & Tate McIntyre
- Hotness: 4/5
- Romance: 5/5
- + Tate is such an adorable character
- – the writing isn’t always that good
June 16, 2020
FULL DISCLOSURE: I went into this read for the dirty LOL #sorrynotsorry
You guys, I got a whole lot more than the dirty *happy sigh*
There’s a song mentioned in this book by Christina Perri, it’s called A Thousand Years . If you know the song then you already know that if it was mentioned and or used, this story packed a punch, and if you haven’t heard of it, look it up, it’s a great song and it fits this story. When I say I got a whole lot more with this story, I really mean it. This is not your momma’s night-time quickie read LOL
There’s a whole lot of backstory to not only the story but also the leads. This adds a layer of emotion you can’t even imagine. I was a bit stunned as the plot kept going and unfolding. This is not a dark read, but there are many times you will not be laughing. It has depth and it is real and it is relatable. The further I got into the story the more I fell in love with this author’s voice and style. I am seriously making time this weekend to back track to the first two books in this series.
You guys, I got a whole lot more than the dirty *happy sigh*
There’s a song mentioned in this book by Christina Perri, it’s called A Thousand Years . If you know the song then you already know that if it was mentioned and or used, this story packed a punch, and if you haven’t heard of it, look it up, it’s a great song and it fits this story. When I say I got a whole lot more with this story, I really mean it. This is not your momma’s night-time quickie read LOL
There’s a whole lot of backstory to not only the story but also the leads. This adds a layer of emotion you can’t even imagine. I was a bit stunned as the plot kept going and unfolding. This is not a dark read, but there are many times you will not be laughing. It has depth and it is real and it is relatable. The further I got into the story the more I fell in love with this author’s voice and style. I am seriously making time this weekend to back track to the first two books in this series.
June 16, 2020
I am just loving this series ! Bella and Tate have that underlying heat and have been denying the attraction for years. Tate is the quintessential play boy. He is a master in the operating room and the bedroom. A master of his craft as a top neuro surgeon has gained him much recognition in the medical world. His love them and leave them in the bedroom has gained him quite a reputation in the dating world. He has kept one woman at bay all these years. She is his best friends younger sister and off limits.
Bella has worked hard to get where she is today and all the rotations, sleepless nights, studying has put her front and center to a fabulous opportunity to shadow and learn from the best......Tate .
This couple has a fabulous banter that is fueled by friendship and a past but it soon becomes apparent that they have so much more under the surface. Is it possible to cross the line and have it all!!??They are sweet, funny, lovable and oh so sexy!
~~Michele McMullen ~~
Bella has worked hard to get where she is today and all the rotations, sleepless nights, studying has put her front and center to a fabulous opportunity to shadow and learn from the best......Tate .
This couple has a fabulous banter that is fueled by friendship and a past but it soon becomes apparent that they have so much more under the surface. Is it possible to cross the line and have it all!!??They are sweet, funny, lovable and oh so sexy!
~~Michele McMullen ~~
June 9, 2020
"I have loved you for a thousand years"...
Wow. Wow. Wow. Literally ALL that I can say, but NOT ALL that I have to say.
1. I am a proud member of Karen's ARC Team.
2. It has been a pleasure to read this book - your work always leaves me feeling in love.
3. I call dibs on TATE, he is MINES - lol kidding... Or am I?
We all know that young Dr. Arabella Garret is our Gorgeous Gyno, Gray's sister, and we know that the Naughty Neuro himself, Dr. Tate McIntyre, is of course said GG's best friend who just so happens to be holding a very huge torch for beautiful Bella.
I swear, I thought I was ready for this book. I was not at all. The emotional rollercoaster that I was on. One minute I was flying high and the next I was so low. I cried. A lot.
If you have read Gorgeous Gyno, then you know that these two books link (mmmm this makes me wonder if Mason & Lex's books link too).
Naughty Neuro is about Bella and Tate throwing caution to the wind and finally giving in to the feelings they have had for each other. Bella has loved Tate her whole life, Tate gave her his heart when she was 5yrs old and never got it back. This has been a love written in the stars and guided by the Maxine, for only she knew that her daughter needed to spread her wings before she could fly. And Tate needed to grow up, man up and be the man that Bella needed. Of course it took some time but time sure proved that a love that burns as hot as a flame can never be put out even by a lick of doubt. Here we watch Bella and Tate navigate life as a couple. We get to see if their love is enough to withstand the storm that life throws at them.
Oh before I forget!
4. I am sooooo ready for Lex's book (I promise).
If you have not read GG and Private Pilot, please do yourself a favour and grab a copy of each book. I promise you will not be disappointed. Love is the name of the game and the FF boys play for keeps.
Wow. Wow. Wow. Literally ALL that I can say, but NOT ALL that I have to say.
1. I am a proud member of Karen's ARC Team.
2. It has been a pleasure to read this book - your work always leaves me feeling in love.
3. I call dibs on TATE, he is MINES - lol kidding... Or am I?
We all know that young Dr. Arabella Garret is our Gorgeous Gyno, Gray's sister, and we know that the Naughty Neuro himself, Dr. Tate McIntyre, is of course said GG's best friend who just so happens to be holding a very huge torch for beautiful Bella.
I swear, I thought I was ready for this book. I was not at all. The emotional rollercoaster that I was on. One minute I was flying high and the next I was so low. I cried. A lot.
If you have read Gorgeous Gyno, then you know that these two books link (mmmm this makes me wonder if Mason & Lex's books link too).
Naughty Neuro is about Bella and Tate throwing caution to the wind and finally giving in to the feelings they have had for each other. Bella has loved Tate her whole life, Tate gave her his heart when she was 5yrs old and never got it back. This has been a love written in the stars and guided by the Maxine, for only she knew that her daughter needed to spread her wings before she could fly. And Tate needed to grow up, man up and be the man that Bella needed. Of course it took some time but time sure proved that a love that burns as hot as a flame can never be put out even by a lick of doubt. Here we watch Bella and Tate navigate life as a couple. We get to see if their love is enough to withstand the storm that life throws at them.
Oh before I forget!
4. I am sooooo ready for Lex's book (I promise).
If you have not read GG and Private Pilot, please do yourself a favour and grab a copy of each book. I promise you will not be disappointed. Love is the name of the game and the FF boys play for keeps.
June 22, 2020
5* Forbidden Soul Mate Stars
This was my first read by Karen Deen and I fell in love with her writing from the beginning of this wonderful story until the last page was read.
Bella and Tate’s road to love was not an easy one. Firstly, Tate is 10 years older than Bella and her brothers’ best friend. They met when Bella was 5 and had just lost her mother. Tate has watched over her like a sister as she was growing up however as she was maturing so were his feelings for her. Unbeknown to him, Bella was also developing feelings and told him so on her 18th Birthday. The did not act upon these feelings until 7 years later when Bella becomes a resident intern to Tate who is a well-respected Neurosurgeon. This is the beginning of their love and careers being tested as it is forbidden to have relations with interns and added to this is Bella’s brother Grayson who is the well-known Gynaecologist works at the same hospital.
Their story had a good balance of angst and humour. I enjoyed how feisty Bella was and how she stood up for herself after being so protected by Tate and her brother whilst growing up. Their passion was fierce and the chemistry between them sizzling.
The secondary characters were wonderful and so full of love and care. I am excited to read the other two books in the series which feature Bella’s brother Grayson (the Gynaecologist) and Mason the Private Pilot. I am looking forward to also reading Lex’s story which will be out soon. I believe they are all standalones set in the same time frame so they can be read without any order to them.
I am so happy to have found a new author whose writing and style I thoroughly enjoy.
This was my first read by Karen Deen and I fell in love with her writing from the beginning of this wonderful story until the last page was read.
Bella and Tate’s road to love was not an easy one. Firstly, Tate is 10 years older than Bella and her brothers’ best friend. They met when Bella was 5 and had just lost her mother. Tate has watched over her like a sister as she was growing up however as she was maturing so were his feelings for her. Unbeknown to him, Bella was also developing feelings and told him so on her 18th Birthday. The did not act upon these feelings until 7 years later when Bella becomes a resident intern to Tate who is a well-respected Neurosurgeon. This is the beginning of their love and careers being tested as it is forbidden to have relations with interns and added to this is Bella’s brother Grayson who is the well-known Gynaecologist works at the same hospital.
Their story had a good balance of angst and humour. I enjoyed how feisty Bella was and how she stood up for herself after being so protected by Tate and her brother whilst growing up. Their passion was fierce and the chemistry between them sizzling.
The secondary characters were wonderful and so full of love and care. I am excited to read the other two books in the series which feature Bella’s brother Grayson (the Gynaecologist) and Mason the Private Pilot. I am looking forward to also reading Lex’s story which will be out soon. I believe they are all standalones set in the same time frame so they can be read without any order to them.
I am so happy to have found a new author whose writing and style I thoroughly enjoy.
June 16, 2020
Bella has loved her brother’s best friend Tate for as long as she can remember. She doesn’t believe he will ever see her as more than a sister as her one attempt to tell him how she felt was an epic fail. Finding out that she was going to be his intern was either going to be a recipe for disaster or her chance to convince him they belong together.
Tate has known that Bella is the woman for him for years, but she is also younger than him and his best friend’s sister. He knows that having to work with her and keeping his distance may be a fight he won’t be able to win.
Bella and Tate are perfect together as her fiery and feisty personality is a perfect match for the protector in him. Their interactions are humorous and hot and it is finally their time.
Tate has known that Bella is the woman for him for years, but she is also younger than him and his best friend’s sister. He knows that having to work with her and keeping his distance may be a fight he won’t be able to win.
Bella and Tate are perfect together as her fiery and feisty personality is a perfect match for the protector in him. Their interactions are humorous and hot and it is finally their time.
January 1, 2021
I have totally loved reading about this group of friends.
Tate, the gorgeous neurosurgeon is the topic here...and his forbidden love for Arabella. Little sister of his friend and fellow doctor, Grayson.
This is a surprising story. Tate, who is basically a man whore, has a romantic streak a mile wide when it comes to "His Tinkerbella" and he never ceases to amaze!
As with the rest of this series, there is a lot of humour and laughter and all the various suspects make their appearances and make this a first class read!
Highly enjoyable. Great read. Great series. Highly recommended!
Tate, the gorgeous neurosurgeon is the topic here...and his forbidden love for Arabella. Little sister of his friend and fellow doctor, Grayson.
This is a surprising story. Tate, who is basically a man whore, has a romantic streak a mile wide when it comes to "His Tinkerbella" and he never ceases to amaze!
As with the rest of this series, there is a lot of humour and laughter and all the various suspects make their appearances and make this a first class read!
Highly enjoyable. Great read. Great series. Highly recommended!
June 18, 2020
Love, love, love this book!! This whole series is amazing!!
March 4, 2024
Tate and Bella💕 very grey’s anatomy vibes and I loved every second of it!! These two had such a sweet history! I loved how it coincided so well with the timeline of the first book and that I got some sweet reminders of their love story too!
June 13, 2020
Naughty Neuro by Karen Deen is the story of Arabella 'Bella' Garret and Tate McIntyre.
Arabella is Grayson's little sister from the book called 'Gorgeous Gyno' in addition Tate is Grayson's best friend...but you don't have to have read that book to fully enjoy this one. Just wanted to make note of that. Arabella has been in love with Tate since forever but that is as far as it went. Tate is 10 years older and he is a top neurosurgeon at Mercy hospital. Tate also is crazy about Arabella but has stopped anything from going further than his secret feelings since she is his best friends little sister and he has a playboy reputation. Then Arabella ends up becoming a intern for the hospital which puts them closer together making it harder for each to keep their feelings down but the added forbidden now is that they are working together too. Enjoyed their story and plan on reading more books from this author.
Arabella is Grayson's little sister from the book called 'Gorgeous Gyno' in addition Tate is Grayson's best friend...but you don't have to have read that book to fully enjoy this one. Just wanted to make note of that. Arabella has been in love with Tate since forever but that is as far as it went. Tate is 10 years older and he is a top neurosurgeon at Mercy hospital. Tate also is crazy about Arabella but has stopped anything from going further than his secret feelings since she is his best friends little sister and he has a playboy reputation. Then Arabella ends up becoming a intern for the hospital which puts them closer together making it harder for each to keep their feelings down but the added forbidden now is that they are working together too. Enjoyed their story and plan on reading more books from this author.
February 13, 2021
Naughty Neuro
This is the second Karen Deen book I’ve read, Gorgeous Gyno being the first. Bella 25 and Tate 35 have loved each other for a long time and now Bella’s finishing her neuro surgical residency under Tate and after admitting their feelings they begin a secret relationship. I enjoyed the story being set in a hospital and l like a younger woman older man story but I found the story development slow and a bit bogged down with a lot of internal dialogue. The time lines don’t quite flow with the other books in this series so I found that a bit confusing.
This is the second Karen Deen book I’ve read, Gorgeous Gyno being the first. Bella 25 and Tate 35 have loved each other for a long time and now Bella’s finishing her neuro surgical residency under Tate and after admitting their feelings they begin a secret relationship. I enjoyed the story being set in a hospital and l like a younger woman older man story but I found the story development slow and a bit bogged down with a lot of internal dialogue. The time lines don’t quite flow with the other books in this series so I found that a bit confusing.
August 23, 2020
3.5 stars.
June 10, 2020
'I have died every day waiting for you......I have loved you for a thousand years'
I always fill a pull on my heart when ever I hear that song and 'Naughty Neuro" a friends to lovers story pulled on my heart strings; it is a 100% romance story that has gone into my read again shelf. And the words fit this story so well!
Bella lost her mom when she was 5 since then she has been surrounded by Alpha males; one blood brother and 3 of his friends - with a 10 year age gap she has always been treated as the little sister - if only one of her brothers friends Tate had seen her as something else as she grew up into a woman! Now in her last 6 months of residency at Mercy hospital she will be working under Dr Tate McIntyre the top Neurosurgeon at the hospital and also well known man whore.
When Tate finds out that Bella Garrett is going to be his intern he freaks out - ever since Bella turned out 18 his thoughts of his best friend's little sister have been anything but brotherly and he knows he is going to have a hard time keeping his hands of the beautiful 25 year old.
Put two people together that have lusted after each other for years and the sparks are going to fly add in the outside emotional elements that come to play; Grayson Bella's brother who would have a heart attack if he found out what is on Bella and Tate's mind and the insecurities and guilt that Bella has been hiding since she lost her mom you are in for one really good story.
I loved the book so much and the hint of Graysons' story pulled me as well so I have just downloaded 'Gorgeous Gyno' - obviously you don't need to read them in order!
June 30, 2020
3-3.5 stars. Tate is one of the top neurosurgeons around and Bella Garrett has been assigned to his intern team. Bella is his best friend's younger sister and completely off limits. Tate has spent most of his time being with other women, but nothing serious. From the previous books, Tate has a sense of humor that is sometimes offbeat yet he's dedicated to his job. I liked the forbidden element, where Bella is Garrett's sister and also Tate's student. Bella is excited to become a doctor and she's incredibly hardworking and intelligent. Tate has always had an eye on her but never pursued her for obvious reasons, no matter how much he wanted to. Like in the previous books, I enjoy the set up of the story and even the characters, but then once the two of them get together for the first time, the male leads suddenly transforms overnight into these fully committed, possessive and lovesick guys. And the heroines are always giggling. The story afterwards is just a result of the male being so sure of his love and devotion which is swoony and all for readers who want quick resolutions towards everlasting love, but I wouldn't mind a bit more angst and tension to continue or to take longer to get that point so the battle would feel more hard won. In this case, Bella has a definite spine and personality to match, so Tate makes whatever sacrifices that he needs to for her sake. I liked certain elements of this story, especially with Tate and Bella being in the medical field and the behind the scenes aspects regarding the ethics of teaching and patient care. Fingers crossed that Lex's story will offer him a little different relationship trajectory than the other 3 guys.
June 13, 2020
I have loved you for a thousand years.
EVERYTHING!
Swoon galore.
Tate my boy where do I start?
This book captured me in a way unlike the first two F F boys. Don't get me wrong I still loved their stories and they were swoony as hell. But Tate he was on a whole new level.
The chemistry, the passion and the moments that captured you in pure bliss was what made Tate and Bella stand out for me.
I wanted that happily ever after for them despite the drama and the ups and downs that followed them.
Their road wasn't an easy one but boy did Tate let Bella know he wasn't going anywhere.
I loved how he fiercly he loved her but let her be her own person, that he held his ground but backed off when he knew she needed space.
The protectiveness and caveman like style that was Tate was enchanting and the things that came out of his mouth just made me swoon and gush so hard. I swear I had hearts in my eyes the entire time reading.
Bella was strong and fiery and I adored her she had guts and never backed down I loved that.
This fairytale like romance captivated me it made me laugh it made me cry and it made me fall in love with Tate and Bella so much more.
Even though I never wanted it to end I loved the ending and how Tate and Bella not only took me on a journey through their story but they made me feel so many emotions while doing so.
Karen has a way with words that sink you in and she holds you captivated while reading.
I am so ready for Lex's book and I can't wait to see how his romance unfolds.
EVERYTHING!
Swoon galore.
Tate my boy where do I start?
This book captured me in a way unlike the first two F F boys. Don't get me wrong I still loved their stories and they were swoony as hell. But Tate he was on a whole new level.
The chemistry, the passion and the moments that captured you in pure bliss was what made Tate and Bella stand out for me.
I wanted that happily ever after for them despite the drama and the ups and downs that followed them.
Their road wasn't an easy one but boy did Tate let Bella know he wasn't going anywhere.
I loved how he fiercly he loved her but let her be her own person, that he held his ground but backed off when he knew she needed space.
The protectiveness and caveman like style that was Tate was enchanting and the things that came out of his mouth just made me swoon and gush so hard. I swear I had hearts in my eyes the entire time reading.
Bella was strong and fiery and I adored her she had guts and never backed down I loved that.
This fairytale like romance captivated me it made me laugh it made me cry and it made me fall in love with Tate and Bella so much more.
Even though I never wanted it to end I loved the ending and how Tate and Bella not only took me on a journey through their story but they made me feel so many emotions while doing so.
Karen has a way with words that sink you in and she holds you captivated while reading.
I am so ready for Lex's book and I can't wait to see how his romance unfolds.
June 6, 2020
“The love we have both carried for so long is now laying bare between us. No matter what happens, I will never forget this moment. The one where I let the last piece of me go.”
I’ve been waiting for Tate and Bella’s story, the snippets of their personalities have shone through in the series. Such wonderful characters, Tate’s ego had me laughing so much and I want to adopt Nanna Joan as my own. The banter between Tate and Bella was like watching flirtatious foreplay.
Tate has been watching over his girl for years as an overprotective, adopted brother. However, he’s come to realise that she holds his heart in the palm of her hands. She is so close to becoming the doctor she’s meant to be, he is so proud of her. Tate is wise enough to know not to cross that line, because her brother Gray will string him up by the balls. This member of the f*#ckalicious four is quite partial to them so won’t be doing anything reckless or will he?
Bella has only been a little sister to him, but she has loved Tate for as long as she can remember. He’s a man whore, who has a notorious reputation with the nurses. Finding she has to finish her residency under his tutelage isn’t going to be an easy task. Keeping her feelings well hidden behind a mask, she once again pulls up her big girl panties. Bella is fierce, funny and intelligent, but she has a vulnerability that is kept close to her chest. Somehow Tate manages to wiggle his way in and she trusts him to catch her.
I’ve been waiting for Tate and Bella’s story, the snippets of their personalities have shone through in the series. Such wonderful characters, Tate’s ego had me laughing so much and I want to adopt Nanna Joan as my own. The banter between Tate and Bella was like watching flirtatious foreplay.
Tate has been watching over his girl for years as an overprotective, adopted brother. However, he’s come to realise that she holds his heart in the palm of her hands. She is so close to becoming the doctor she’s meant to be, he is so proud of her. Tate is wise enough to know not to cross that line, because her brother Gray will string him up by the balls. This member of the f*#ckalicious four is quite partial to them so won’t be doing anything reckless or will he?
Bella has only been a little sister to him, but she has loved Tate for as long as she can remember. He’s a man whore, who has a notorious reputation with the nurses. Finding she has to finish her residency under his tutelage isn’t going to be an easy task. Keeping her feelings well hidden behind a mask, she once again pulls up her big girl panties. Bella is fierce, funny and intelligent, but she has a vulnerability that is kept close to her chest. Somehow Tate manages to wiggle his way in and she trusts him to catch her.
June 15, 2020
I absolutely LOVE Karen Deen's writing, which is not only amazing but highly addictive, so I find myself reading her books in one sitting no matter the length. Tate is a brilliant neurosurgeon, who happens to be a complete playboy (only it's more of the w word to be honest) in his free time. Bella is one of the new interns on his service for the next 6 months which will be hell for him since she's the one woman he seriously wants, but cannot have because of being best friends with her brother, Grayson (Gorgeous Gyno). He's actually broken her hear when she turned 21 but with her in his space so much, all bets are off this time around. Bella has always wanted Tate as well, but with her brother Gray being against it & Tate breaking her heart years ago, she's somewhat given that hope up though she could never truly move on. So with hospital shenanigans, drama from disgruntled internees who are jealous, and the all around super sexy times that made me fan myself, this was a fantastic read. Of course, I stayed on the edge of my seat since Tate & Bella were having to sneak around, and her brother Gray is totally over controlling so will they be able to tell him before he finds out himself?! Hell, can they keep the hospital from finding out & derailing her career before it even starts?! You'll have to hit those one click buttons to find out! I CANNOT WAIT for Lex's story next, and HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO ALL!
June 9, 2020
‘My Tinkerbella’ All Alpha
Ah Tate ..... swoon .... my favourite to date of the FFs .... hiding behind the facade of being completely heartless, love em and leave em, one time only type. Little did everybody know (or did they?) that what he was hiding was the fact he gave his heart away to Tink when they were kids and was just biding his time! Unbeknown to Bella, Tate was hook line and sinker in love with her the moment she sprinkled her pixie dust.
Who would have thought that Tate was a closet romantic with his various forms of endearment ‘My Tinkerbella’, turning from the pretence of brotherly protection to possessive alpha tendencies. He couldn’t believe the gift she gave him which only fuelled his caveman mentality even more.
Everything was not smooth sailing with their level of crazy though ...... Bella had to teach Tate a lesson in taming his whole caveman alpha tendencies but he never gave up his pursuit because she was categorically his. They seal the deal at the end of their story and Tate being Tate has the best surprise ever for ‘his Tinkerbella’ which opens the flood gates, his heartfelt actions speaking louder than words and showing his devotion and love for her and
their kind of crazy
June 5, 2020
Tate and bellas story was hot and steamy and very wow from the start.
Bella has been inlove with tate since she was five and she always thought he just thought of her as his little sister.
On Bellas 21st she got drunk and told Tate that she loved him and he didnt know how to deal with that as he loved her aswell but promised her brother Grayson that he wouldnt go there.
Tate was a Neuro surgeon and he had intern work for him when he found out that Bella was one of his interns he new it wasnt a good idea to keep on his team but he couldnt move her.
Bella started flirting with Tate and he couldnt control his feelings any longer that he kissed her and from then on he couldnt keep his hands off her. They had to hide there relationship from work and def Grayson.
Tate was very protective of Bella before they started seeing eachother but once they got together he went full caveman on her and it was HOT!!!
Tate is a jokestar and loves to be inappropriate thats what made me love him and always laughing.
To find out how Grayson reacts to Tate and Bella being together and all the juicy raunchy stuff inbetween you MUST READ!!!!!!
Bella has been inlove with tate since she was five and she always thought he just thought of her as his little sister.
On Bellas 21st she got drunk and told Tate that she loved him and he didnt know how to deal with that as he loved her aswell but promised her brother Grayson that he wouldnt go there.
Tate was a Neuro surgeon and he had intern work for him when he found out that Bella was one of his interns he new it wasnt a good idea to keep on his team but he couldnt move her.
Bella started flirting with Tate and he couldnt control his feelings any longer that he kissed her and from then on he couldnt keep his hands off her. They had to hide there relationship from work and def Grayson.
Tate was very protective of Bella before they started seeing eachother but once they got together he went full caveman on her and it was HOT!!!
Tate is a jokestar and loves to be inappropriate thats what made me love him and always laughing.
To find out how Grayson reacts to Tate and Bella being together and all the juicy raunchy stuff inbetween you MUST READ!!!!!!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 16, 2021
Delightful
Dr Tate McIntyre successful Neurosurgeon fell in love with his best friend’s sister when she was 5 years old. Now a 25 year old in her last 6 months of residency, Dr Arabella Garrett is doing a rotation under her brother’s bestie. Everyone except her brother is aware that Tate has been in love with Bella since forever except Gray and Bella. Only Bella and their dad are aware of Bella’s feelings for Tate. Now, can Tate maintain a professional distance with the love of his life without compromising her future? Can Bella permit her real feelings to come through? And can they admit their love, hide them from the hospital staff, and Gray when everyone else around them knows? And what’s up with Martha at the Fresh Food Market who knows things? And Grey’s pup Memphis who helps Bella literally find Flossy find her forever home. Will big brother stand in the way of his little sister’s happiness?
A fun delightful read as part of the Chicago Boys series. Each book a stand-a-lone complete read. Grey, Tate, Lex and Mason are childhood besties each with their own story. Read one or read them all. ENJOY!
Dr Tate McIntyre successful Neurosurgeon fell in love with his best friend’s sister when she was 5 years old. Now a 25 year old in her last 6 months of residency, Dr Arabella Garrett is doing a rotation under her brother’s bestie. Everyone except her brother is aware that Tate has been in love with Bella since forever except Gray and Bella. Only Bella and their dad are aware of Bella’s feelings for Tate. Now, can Tate maintain a professional distance with the love of his life without compromising her future? Can Bella permit her real feelings to come through? And can they admit their love, hide them from the hospital staff, and Gray when everyone else around them knows? And what’s up with Martha at the Fresh Food Market who knows things? And Grey’s pup Memphis who helps Bella literally find Flossy find her forever home. Will big brother stand in the way of his little sister’s happiness?
A fun delightful read as part of the Chicago Boys series. Each book a stand-a-lone complete read. Grey, Tate, Lex and Mason are childhood besties each with their own story. Read one or read them all. ENJOY!
June 4, 2020
I'm a blubbering mess! What a wonderfully crafted story. Reading the third book in this series Tate and Bella's story, is like going to a family reunion. The side characters are so exciting and relevant. I loved Nana, Martha & George, and of course the boys and even the dogs! This story was a perfect balance of angst, drama, steam, hope and love. Tate is a top Neurosurgeon at Mercy hospital. He is a self proclaimed horn dog and has a big ego. He has also been secretly in love with his best friend Grayson's little sister Bella. She is 10 years younger tha. Him and she is also going to be one of his new interns for the next 6 months. Tate has been waiting a long time, and when Bella gives him an opportunity he gives on. But it's messy, dangerous for their careers and their relationships with Grayson. I absolutely recommend this book as well as the 2 previous books Gorgeous Gyno and Private Pilot for maximum effect! I received a free copy of this book in exchange for a fair and honest review.
June 11, 2020
I must admit going into this book with that title I was expecting something entirely different. What I got was not quite what I was expecting but it was still a good easy-going read with enough angst to keep me interested right until the end.
I enjoyed all the characters in this story but I felt Tate could have been a little more alpha male, which is how I like my men. He was always joking around and had a good sense of humour which helped my liking for his character. Arabella I loved, she knew what she wanted and spoke her mind when needed, putting Tate in his place many a time. I just felt the story and the characters at times were a little too sickly sweet. An added bonus was with all characters based in a hospital setting, it made for very interesting reading and the scenes were written really well.
It was fascinating to absorb what was going on in the life of a doctor during the day and to see what difficulties and emotions surfaced. All in all this was an enjoyable read that I would recommend.
I enjoyed all the characters in this story but I felt Tate could have been a little more alpha male, which is how I like my men. He was always joking around and had a good sense of humour which helped my liking for his character. Arabella I loved, she knew what she wanted and spoke her mind when needed, putting Tate in his place many a time. I just felt the story and the characters at times were a little too sickly sweet. An added bonus was with all characters based in a hospital setting, it made for very interesting reading and the scenes were written really well.
It was fascinating to absorb what was going on in the life of a doctor during the day and to see what difficulties and emotions surfaced. All in all this was an enjoyable read that I would recommend.
June 13, 2020
Love is patient
Bella had a crush on Tate for as long as she can remember but also thought of him like a brother and never thought he would like her for more than a little sister because he is her brothers best friend and has been since she was a kid now she is grown up and is traning to be a doctor her self she never thought Tate would have fellings for her in till she got matched up with him for her last rotation before she becomes a full license doctor. Tate was a world class nuro surgeon with a reputation of being man whore but that was because he was not trying to go after who he really wanted to because Bella was his best friends little sister and he saw her as one that was in till she turned 18 than something change for him and all of a sudden saw Bella as a women and not his best friends little sister but because he values his friend ship with her brother he never acted on it in till Bella got paired up with him as his new batch of interns he has to train for 6 months
Bella had a crush on Tate for as long as she can remember but also thought of him like a brother and never thought he would like her for more than a little sister because he is her brothers best friend and has been since she was a kid now she is grown up and is traning to be a doctor her self she never thought Tate would have fellings for her in till she got matched up with him for her last rotation before she becomes a full license doctor. Tate was a world class nuro surgeon with a reputation of being man whore but that was because he was not trying to go after who he really wanted to because Bella was his best friends little sister and he saw her as one that was in till she turned 18 than something change for him and all of a sudden saw Bella as a women and not his best friends little sister but because he values his friend ship with her brother he never acted on it in till Bella got paired up with him as his new batch of interns he has to train for 6 months
June 15, 2020
I must admit going into this book with that title I was expecting something entirely different. What I got was not quite what I was expecting but it was still a good easy-going read with enough angst to keep me interested right until the end.
I enjoyed all the characters in this story but I felt Tate could have been a little more alpha male, which is how I like my men. He was always joking around and had a good sense of humour which helped my liking for his character. Arabella I loved, she knew what she wanted and spoke her mind when needed, putting Tate in his place many a time. I just felt the story and the characters at times were a little too sickly sweet. An added bonus was with all characters based in a hospital setting, it made for very interesting reading and the scenes were written really well.
It was fascinating to absorb what was going on in the life of a doctor during the day and to see what difficulties and emotions surfaced. All in all this was an enjoyable read that I would recommend.
I enjoyed all the characters in this story but I felt Tate could have been a little more alpha male, which is how I like my men. He was always joking around and had a good sense of humour which helped my liking for his character. Arabella I loved, she knew what she wanted and spoke her mind when needed, putting Tate in his place many a time. I just felt the story and the characters at times were a little too sickly sweet. An added bonus was with all characters based in a hospital setting, it made for very interesting reading and the scenes were written really well.
It was fascinating to absorb what was going on in the life of a doctor during the day and to see what difficulties and emotions surfaced. All in all this was an enjoyable read that I would recommend.
August 21, 2020
Karen Deen has brought the magic again with Naughty Neuro, Tate and Bella's Story.
The sexy, cocky and womanising Neurologist Tate McIntyre has been protective of his best friend Grayson's little sister Bella since she was five and from the time she turned 18 has tried to deny his attraction to her. The beautiful, sassy, and hardworking Bella has loved her brother's best friend for as long as she can remember.
When their mutual forbidden attraction meets boiling point, and lines are crossed to a point of no return will their hearts survive? Will it jeopardise their careers? and Will their relationships with Grayson be impacted beyond repair. This angst and drama filled story was an emotional rollercoaster which had me both laughing and crying. And while Tate and Bella's road to a HEA wasn't easy, their journey was sweet, funny, swoon worthy, and kindle melting hot. This heart aching and beautiful story had me completely captivated and I devoured every word, even through tears during the Epilogue. A must read!! Now I wait for the Lovable Lawyer Lex.
The sexy, cocky and womanising Neurologist Tate McIntyre has been protective of his best friend Grayson's little sister Bella since she was five and from the time she turned 18 has tried to deny his attraction to her. The beautiful, sassy, and hardworking Bella has loved her brother's best friend for as long as she can remember.
When their mutual forbidden attraction meets boiling point, and lines are crossed to a point of no return will their hearts survive? Will it jeopardise their careers? and Will their relationships with Grayson be impacted beyond repair. This angst and drama filled story was an emotional rollercoaster which had me both laughing and crying. And while Tate and Bella's road to a HEA wasn't easy, their journey was sweet, funny, swoon worthy, and kindle melting hot. This heart aching and beautiful story had me completely captivated and I devoured every word, even through tears during the Epilogue. A must read!! Now I wait for the Lovable Lawyer Lex.
March 9, 2022
**Spoiler Alert**
Tate has his adopted brothers and that’s all he will ever need until he can let them know who his heart truly belongs too. It has for 7 years and maybe even before that but he needs to wait it out.
Arabella has loved him for years but she knows her brother will never allow it to happen. Will he ever know just how much she needs him? He is her soul mate but will his past stay in his past? Can she get past all the rumor's and gossip? She knew he had a life before she came along but will it prove to be too much?
Tate will never love another. The love he feels for her runs deep…deeper than he could ever have imagined and no one… not even Gray will stand in his way.
Can they get through the road blocks? Will their love conquer all?
I loved Tate and Bella’s story. So much love between these two characters. They had hurdles for sure but in the end… the universe proved that if a love is meant to be… nothing and no one can stop that from happening.
Now for Lex’s story. I have a feeling this one is going to knock the socks off me.
5 ♥’s
Tate has his adopted brothers and that’s all he will ever need until he can let them know who his heart truly belongs too. It has for 7 years and maybe even before that but he needs to wait it out.
Arabella has loved him for years but she knows her brother will never allow it to happen. Will he ever know just how much she needs him? He is her soul mate but will his past stay in his past? Can she get past all the rumor's and gossip? She knew he had a life before she came along but will it prove to be too much?
Tate will never love another. The love he feels for her runs deep…deeper than he could ever have imagined and no one… not even Gray will stand in his way.
Can they get through the road blocks? Will their love conquer all?
I loved Tate and Bella’s story. So much love between these two characters. They had hurdles for sure but in the end… the universe proved that if a love is meant to be… nothing and no one can stop that from happening.
Now for Lex’s story. I have a feeling this one is going to knock the socks off me.
5 ♥’s
June 14, 2020
Naughty Neuro – Karen Deen
Karen, we need to talk! What a magnificent read! Tate McIntyre one of the FF is our man of the moment. Hot shot top notch neurosurgeon, eye candy to every nurse in the hospital, alpha male and the biggest ego of the group. Also the man who has secretly loved Arabella Garrett, little sister of Dr. Grayson Garrett since what seems like forever, but officially when he broke her heart on her 21st birthday after telling him she loved him.
Oh no, this is a total off limits relationship, even though Arabella is now 25 and in her last residency rotation before graduation. Tate is technically one of her “pretend brothers” and crap she will be spending the next six months with Tate day in and day out! What can go wrong?
This was a wonderful read full of feelings and family. The emotions and whit that make up a good part of Bella’s and Tate’s story give us insight as to how the dynamics of the four (Tate, Grayson, Mason and Lex) came to be and how the feelings, wants and needs of Bella and Tate make their story sweet and emotional with a sexual charge between the two of them that could light up a city block.
I love the way Karen supported Tate and Bella’s story by giving the back story of Grayson and Tilley a revisit and how we saw the beginnings of Mason’s story and we will get Lex’s story.
Be prepared to cry, to laugh, to feel the deep love these two have, to support characters when they need support and to fall in love again with so many of the characters we know and the new ones (like Nana, George and Martha). Job well done Karen Deen!
I received a free copy of this book and have given my honest opinion on how I felt after reading this book
Karen, we need to talk! What a magnificent read! Tate McIntyre one of the FF is our man of the moment. Hot shot top notch neurosurgeon, eye candy to every nurse in the hospital, alpha male and the biggest ego of the group. Also the man who has secretly loved Arabella Garrett, little sister of Dr. Grayson Garrett since what seems like forever, but officially when he broke her heart on her 21st birthday after telling him she loved him.
Oh no, this is a total off limits relationship, even though Arabella is now 25 and in her last residency rotation before graduation. Tate is technically one of her “pretend brothers” and crap she will be spending the next six months with Tate day in and day out! What can go wrong?
This was a wonderful read full of feelings and family. The emotions and whit that make up a good part of Bella’s and Tate’s story give us insight as to how the dynamics of the four (Tate, Grayson, Mason and Lex) came to be and how the feelings, wants and needs of Bella and Tate make their story sweet and emotional with a sexual charge between the two of them that could light up a city block.
I love the way Karen supported Tate and Bella’s story by giving the back story of Grayson and Tilley a revisit and how we saw the beginnings of Mason’s story and we will get Lex’s story.
Be prepared to cry, to laugh, to feel the deep love these two have, to support characters when they need support and to fall in love again with so many of the characters we know and the new ones (like Nana, George and Martha). Job well done Karen Deen!
I received a free copy of this book and have given my honest opinion on how I felt after reading this book
June 15, 2020
Tate and Arabella were a great couple who were strong and a force separately, but together they burned up the pages. Tate was the sweetheart jokester, but downright dirty when it came down to “business”. Arabella was a head strong heroine who took no crap and dished it out as well as her male counterparts.
These two fought hard against being together and had to fight even harder to hide their attraction once they made it official. Throw in a couple of great side characters of the big brother variety along with a kooky old lady and this story had some hilarious moments.
Really good story, slightly long winded in the details though. I felt like there were some parts that were not pertinent to the story, but overall, the bones were good. Would recommend to anyone who enjoys a good hospital romance, shady coworkers and an overprotective, loving family.
These two fought hard against being together and had to fight even harder to hide their attraction once they made it official. Throw in a couple of great side characters of the big brother variety along with a kooky old lady and this story had some hilarious moments.
Really good story, slightly long winded in the details though. I felt like there were some parts that were not pertinent to the story, but overall, the bones were good. Would recommend to anyone who enjoys a good hospital romance, shady coworkers and an overprotective, loving family.
June 17, 2020
Tate has been Bella’s protector since she was 5 years old, along with his 3 best buddies. One of whom, is Bella’s brother, Grayson. Grey has told all his buddies that his sister is off limits. Dr Tate has struggled with this for years. When Bella ends up being one of his new interns, they can’t deny what is happening between them. When some controversy regarding Tate being her mentor comes between them, Tate makes a major decision about her future without discussing it with her.
Bella lost her mother when she was so little, she struggles to remember her. Now, working towards becoming a doctor, Bella has become a strong independent woman, who tries to deal with all the overprotective males in her life. When Tate blindsided her with his overprotective behaviour, Bella feels betrayed. She just wants what everyone wants, love, romance and comfort.
Bella lost her mother when she was so little, she struggles to remember her. Now, working towards becoming a doctor, Bella has become a strong independent woman, who tries to deal with all the overprotective males in her life. When Tate blindsided her with his overprotective behaviour, Bella feels betrayed. She just wants what everyone wants, love, romance and comfort.
September 13, 2020
I loved this book! I’ve always had a little trouble reading books where the characters central plot line is that one of them is a sibling of a best friend...I’ve always found it a bit cheesy! But I’ve read many of Karen’s books now and one of her other books is similar in that respect, and I loved it! So I knew going into this one I would enjoy it... and I wasn’t disappointed!
The character of Tate is fantastic! Such a cheeky chappy with a heart of gold! He’s everything you would want from a book boyfriend and the fact he has always wanted arabella from her being 18 *swoon*
Arabella is a remarkable character! Strong, overly protected and silently grieving, she stands up for what she believes and will not take less then what she deserves! A lot of women I feel can find inspiration in Bella!
All in all. A wonderful read and one I can’t wait to read again!
The character of Tate is fantastic! Such a cheeky chappy with a heart of gold! He’s everything you would want from a book boyfriend and the fact he has always wanted arabella from her being 18 *swoon*
Arabella is a remarkable character! Strong, overly protected and silently grieving, she stands up for what she believes and will not take less then what she deserves! A lot of women I feel can find inspiration in Bella!
All in all. A wonderful read and one I can’t wait to read again!
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