Made for Us
by Samantha Chase
Series: The Shaughnessy Brothers, #1
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Release Date: August 4, 2015
Meet the Shaughnessy Brothers
This month, bestselling author Samantha Chase launches her new contemporary romance series the Shaughnessy Brothers. In the series starter, MADE FOR US, readers are introduced to the five amazing Shaughnessy brothers–each more successful than the last. From a building contractor, to a scientist, to a former racecar driver, and even a rock star, these brothers are as different as can be, but also extremely close. Losing their mother early in their lives solidified the brotherly bond and helping raise their baby sister also brought them together. But with their sister raised and careers in order it is time for the next phase in their lives. And while these brothers might not be looking for happily-ever-afters, romance is looking for them! Below get to know each of these sexy Shaughnessys starting with Aidan from MADE FOR US.
Name: Aidan Shaughnessy
Occupation: Building Contractor
Height: 6’2
Hair Color: Dark Brown
Eye Color: Blue
Age: 34
What makes you the perfect date?
No one – including myself – has ever said that! But if I had to say something, it would be that I like to take care of all the details so that my date doesn’t have to worry about a thing.
What do you look for in a woman?
Typically someone strong and independent but also enjoys being taken care of.
Describe yourself in 100 words or less:
I’m a bit of a control freak – or so I’ve been told! I’m hard working and know exactly what I want out of life. I can be quiet and observant – a bit of a people watcher. I don’t enjoy crowds very much. I prefer if I’m out, to be out in a small group or with one person.
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Name: Hugh Shaughnessy
Occupation: Luxury Resort Owner/Designer
Height: 6’3
Hair Color: Dark Brown
Eye Color: Blue
Age: 32
What makes you the perfect date?
I am extremely attentive. I believe in taking a woman out for a romantic dinner with dancing and candlelight and making her feel like she is the most important thing in the world.
What do you look for in a woman?
She’s intelligent and easy to talk to but who isn’t looking for forever. I travel a lot and she would need to be understanding of that.
Describe yourself in 100 words or less:
I’m a really regimented man. I mean really. I like things done a certain way and I’m a stickler for routines and schedules. Some say I’m overly cautious – in every aspect of my life – but that doesn’t mean that I’m boring. I have an appreciation for the finer things and I’m outgoing and enjoy being around people and making new friends.
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Name: Quinn Shaughnessy
Occupation: Former Race Car Driver turned Automotive Restorer
Height: 6’
Hair Color: Dirty Blonde
Eye Color: Blue
Age: 30
What makes you the perfect date?
I’m the fun one in the family. I like to go out with a woman to a bar or someplace with loud music or find something athletic to do. I want to be where the party is.
What do you look for in a woman?
I’ll admit to being a little shallow here – I am all about looks. Tall, blonde, curvy…and that’s about it.
Describe yourself in 100 words or less:
Like I said, I’m the fun one. I am all about living life to the fullest. I enjoy sports – all sports – and I hate to be idle. Cars are my current passion and to me it’s go-big-or-go-home. If I can’t succeed and excel at something, then it’s time to move on. So far it’s worked for me.
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Name: Owen Shaughnessy
Occupation: Astrophysicist
Height: 6’
Hair Color: Dark Brown
Eye Color: Blue
Age: 28
What makes you the perfect date?
I don’t really think I am. I don’t believe perfect is something anyone can attain. Dating really hasn’t been on my radar but when I do take a woman out, we usually talk about science. And she’s normally a scientist so I guess you can say I make sure we talk about mutual interests.
What do you look for in a woman?
I spend a lot of my time trying to not be noticed. But if I notice a woman, it’s usually because we’re both working together or studying together. I look for someone who understands me.
Describe yourself in 100 words or less:
Quiet. Shy. Socially awkward. At least that’s how most people tell me I am. I don’t think about it much. I’m devoted to my field of study and helping others learn about astrophysics and it pretty much consumes all of my time and energy.
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Name: Riley Shaughnessy
Occupation: Musician/Rock Star
Height: 6’
Hair Color: Dark Brown
Eye Color: Blue
Age: 28
What makes you the perfect date?
When I’m out on a date with a woman, there is no one else in the world. I put all of my attention on her and do my best to make sure that our date includes everything she wants.
What do you look for in a woman?
I used to be all about the looks – mainly because women were always chasing after me. I had superficial relationships, now I look for a woman who sees more than a rock star, a celebrity. I want to find someone who just sees me.
Describe yourself in 100 words or less:
Confident. Talented. And currently, mildly insecure. I have always loved music, loved to sing and if I couldn’t do that, I don’t know what I’d do with myself. Music is just a part of me. I put my partying ways behind me – not that I had much of one. I’m just as comfortable on stage in front of thousands of people, as I am at home watching TV.
Can't make time for love?
The Shaughnessy brothers have spent the years since their mother's untimely death taking care of each other and trying to make their father proud. Oldest son Aidan is hard-working, handsome, successful-and still single. Sure, he'd like to have his own family someday, but who has the time?
She'll show him how to find it
Zoe Dalton, a stunning designer Aidan meets on one of his construction jobs, has the beauty and heart to make Aidan realize how much he could be missing. But it's not easy to break down walls you've spent years building up. Now there's a major storm bearing down on the North Carolina coast, and it could be catalyst enough to force Aidan and Zoe into some major decisions of the heart.
There was so much to love in Made for Us – a small town set on the beach, a close-knit family, well-written characters…and there was even a wonderful little dog that helped tell this story! When put together with some fabulous writing you have a great read that sets the stage for what should be a wonderful series to come – just think, three more Shaughnessy brothers, a little sister, and maybe a HEA for Dad - lots of great books to come!
From the opening of the book you can tell how deeply impacted Aiden was from the loss of his mother and how it has shaped his life. With his father working hard to provide for the family, he’s taken on the role of a second father to his siblings to help fill the gap that the loss of his mother has created. He’s become a bit of a control freak, needing order to minimize what could become chaos in his life, which has also made him very averse to any type of change, something that has also followed him into his professional life. No one wants to be on the receiving end of one of Aiden’s tirades when things on the construction site are not done to his level of quality – something he demands no matter the cost…professional or personal. But underneath it all is a man who cares deeply about the people he loves and wants to do the best he can to protect them and keep them safe – even if that does make him an overbearing ass at times.
Zoe Dalton has also been impacted deeply by the loss of her mother. Although it is a recent loss, it is one that has prompted her to seek out a new life on the east coast. When Zoe gets assigned the Shaughnessy account, Aiden’s reputation precedes him, so she knows she’s going to be faced with a very big challenge. I loved how Zoe wasn’t afraid to stand up to Aiden. She’s talented, smart, and able to take care of herself, and even though I was a little bit irked at her recklessness when the storm was rolling in, I did understand her need to try and keep her home safe.
Aiden and Zoe were an interesting couple. Because Aiden was a master of hiding his feelings, it was tough for Zoe to get a good read on him at times. And then his inability to see that his fear of change – which Zoe definitely was for him – could make him lose not only Zoe, but his relationship with his family as well, was often times frustrating.
I totally fell in love with the entire Shaughnessy clan and loved the way the loved and supported each other. Even though at times they could drive each other crazy, there was nothing but love between them all. I can’t wait to see how these family dynamics continue to play out in the rest of the books in the series!
With great characters, emotional depth, and just a touch of angst and drama, this small town romance is definitely worth checking out!
When she's not working on a new story, she spends her time reading contemporary romances, playing way too many games of Scrabble or Solitaire on Facebook and spending time with her husband of 25 years and their two sons in North Carolina.
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