More Than Enough

This first book in the series introduces us to six female firefighters that bonded 10 years ago during training and continue to support each other . Trish “Mac” Mackenzie is one of those women. Though she’s an outstanding firefighter, her childhood was filled with abuse and sadly, her current relationship is as well. Casing Mac to have little self esteem and belief in herself. Nathan is a kindergarten teacher who loves his students and is happy to be single. Though when he meets Mac, he is attracted to her, and realizes that her cop boyfriend is not good to her or for her. But he will not interfere. That is, until a violent episode injures Mac and Nathan steps in to help. This is a well written and classic Ms Shay in that she creates stories that are real and thought provoking. A reminder that our experiences in our childhood will influence and affect us as adults. Also a reminder that domestic abuse exists even in homes one would never suspect. I am looking forward to the next story in this promising series. I was entrusted a copy of this book. The opinions expressed are solely my own.

4 Star reviews of More Than Enough (Sisters of Fire #1) by Kathryn Shay I was excited when I learnt that Kathryn Shay had a new series releasing, particularly since it is a series based on strong women and I couldn’t wait to dive in to More Than Enough. The writing was strong, with characters that were easy to relate to and a story line that you cannot help but become invested in. This is firefighter Trish “Mac” Mackenzie and kindergarten teacher Nathan Mitchell’s story and I was hooked from the first chapter. This is an emotional story that brought me to tears on occasion; having been verbally abused as a child and then by her boyfriend, Mac has no self confidence. When Mac and Nathan meet he feels a connection, but since she already has a boyfriend he knows it cannot go further. However once Mac gets away from her abusive boyfriend, Nathan is there to offer support in any way he can. I really loved Nathan, he is so swoon worthy, loyal and supportive and I fell hard and fast for him. The chemistry and connection between them is obvious but Mac needs time to heal emotionally and build up her self confidence. Ms. Shay handled this subject matter with dignity and respect, she isn’t afraid to write about characters that are flawed, human if you will and who are not afraid to seek therapy and help when it all becomes too much. I am excited to see what Ms. Shay has in store for the rest of the series.

MORE THAN ENOUGH....Katheryn Shay #1 Sisters of Fire At the academy five woman and two teachers bonded a name of Sisters of Fire was given to them. The first we meet is Trish and called Mac . We meet Mac a firefighter, took a few showdowns for the others to realize she was not going to be a pushover. With Banks checking the second story of a house fire, stairwell is gone, and Mac getting a woman out and to safety. Didn’t want to have shoulder that beam hit looked at, would they accept why the bruises. Going home, a day off for Frank, with beer and a game on, saying sorry, that was not enough .Living with him and his abuse of throwing her across the room. His older brother was a cop and drank too much, together disaster. Growing up in a traumatic situation Mac recreated it by choosing a man like Frank. With her job she is a winner. Would a major event have to happen before she could and would take the steps to work on her self esteem and how to chose a healthy relationship Good story that was handled well, and steps needed to get out of it, Given ARC for my voluntary review and my honest opinion