Five Brothers

By: Penelope Douglas

Narrated by: Andrew Eiden, Aaron Shedlock, Robin Blake, Kaleo Griffith, Abby Craden, Jeremy York

Length: 15 hrs and 58 mins

Publisher's summary

One woman learns the secrets of the five Jaeger brothers in the new romance from New York Times bestselling author Penelope Douglas.

On the other side of town, in the dark glades, under the rain…

Macon is the oldest. Thirty-one. Ex-Marine. I don’t think I’ve ever seen him smile.

Army is twenty-eight. A single dad with the most beautiful green eyes. He has no idea who he is, if not a Jaeger brother.

Iron will be in prison soon. You’d never think it to meet him. He’s a nice guy, actually. But he can’t stop reacting to everything.

Dallas is the one I hate. Twenty-one, cruel, and selfish. He takes and then throws away whatever’s left.

And Trace is mine. Or he was for about two seconds. No one can tame him for long.

Not that I ever wanted to. It was fun, but now I need to go home. Back to my side of the tracks. Away from the swamps and these men. To my parents’ big house. On my clean street. Where I’m never dirty or messy or hot. And I will. I’ll leave first thing tomorrow morning. I just want to crash on the couch tonight.

Their house is dark and quiet, everyone else is asleep. Except for one. He sees me crying and comes at me from behind. I let him wrap his arms around my body and hold me tightly. His breath is on my neck, his fingers are in my hair, and he doesn’t stop there.

I don’t think it was Trace.

©2024 Penelope Douglas (P)2024 Penguin Audio

Fantastic Story. Stellar Narration. A Must Listen!

This is one messy family with questionable brothers who definitely ride that morally gray line. Although the title implies that it’s about five brothers, it’s not a why choose book, so if that’s what you’re looking for, this isn’t it. But it is such an addictive listen. The majority of the first half of the book is from Krisjen’s POV, and what a complex woman she is. From the “right” side of the tracks, but drawn to the “wrong” side, she just can’t help spending time with the Jaegers.

Get ready for motorbike rides, kisses in the rain, pool parties, a thrilling version of strip tag, bed-hopping, prison, kids, mental health rep, dark themes and spicy times, and so much more. Even though I was daunted by the almost sixteen-hour length of this puppy at the start, I shouldn’t have worried. I should have trusted that Penelope would deliver the goods. AND SHE BROUGHT IT!

And the narration was amazing. I haven’t listened to Abby much before, but you bet, I’ll be keeping an eye out for titles narrated by her moving forward. She smashed it. Vulnerable, sassy, emotional, and just flippin’ brilliant! Each of the guys delivered in their chapters too and a little bonus scene from Dallas at the end was a nice touch. The guys for sure elevated this story, but it was Abby who was the star of the show here.

I’m not gonna tell you anything more about it, just that you need it in your life. It is shooting straight into my highlights for 2024.

BY FAR THE BEST BOOK I’VE READ IN AGES

If you’ve got doubts or think you won’t like it? Stop. You’re wrong. Just do it!!

Omg amazing

Reading this book was literally one of the best books I have read in a long time. It kept me intrigued and wanting more. I did not know who she was gonna end up with because I wanted her to be with every single one of those men they are also great and This book also was just amazing. I would read it again and I recommend it to everyone 100% five star.

I loved this book!

Penelope Douglas does it again. I just loved the story & ending. I love the characters, the angst and love each brother has for Krisjen.

Narrators were perfect

Only thing that would have made this better was if it was a duet narration instead of dual. But that’s just personal preference. THIS WAS AMAZING

Could. not. stop. listening.

This story was so good. It's everything you think it's gonna be, and everything you don't expect at the same time. Bingeworthy. I loved the individual character chapters, and being able to see the FMC through the eyes of each brother, and how they all loved her differently. Also, the spice was SPICY 🥵 P. Doug delivers, every time.

Characters were intoxicating

These books are soo hard to put down! The details and story line are amazing.

Great Story!

It was a great storyline & I really liked the characters. I also loved the multiple narrators. I look forward to hearing each of their stories & hope there will be more books to come.

Amazing

As good as Credence. Loved it. Make sure to read TW list before you start reading

🖤🖤🖤🖤

Five Brothers totally blew me away with its unexpected twist on Penelope Douglas' signature style. It's a rollercoaster of emotions - heartbreak, intensity, and sheer captivation. Krisjen, friends with Liv and Clay, is bravely navigating post-high school life, tangled in family drama despite her privileged upbringing.
Her fling with Trace Jaeger adds a juicy layer of mystery, leaving her craving more. A chance encounter with one of the brothers ignites curiosity, keeping readers on their toes.
To dive deeper into the Jaeger family saga and the town's secrets, starting with Tryst Six Venom is a must!