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Born Into Trouble (Occupy Yourself Book 1) Kindle Edition
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Benny Jones grew up fast, much faster than anyone in his family realized, in the backwoods sticks of Wyoming. Blessed with movie star good looks he didn’t lack for female attention, and his first girlfriend set the tone for his romantic life. Older, beautiful, rich, and generous, she wanted to have a pretty toy to play with, and a prettier boy on her arm. His worth became defined by her needs, which left him feeling empty and hollow.
Ben found an escape from the sordidness of his world with music, and frequently lost himself in the sounds and rhythms he could create, trying to set aside the increasing feelings of worthlessness and betrayal. He knew eventually it would all catch up with him, and he was right. It did, the night he nearly died. Fortunately for Ben his older brother was there to save him. Again.
Now, he’s attempting to navigate the world as a sober artist, digging in and holding onto his dreams by sheer determination alone when Lucia walks into his life. Sweet, beautiful, caring, and oh-so off limits Luce makes him think there are better things in store for him. There are problems, though. Not only doesn’t she fit the mold of his previous ladies, but her father is one of his brother’s best friends. No problem, right?
18+ due to explicit content.
This series, Occupy Yourself, is a spin-off from the Rebel Wayfarers MC series. This book, Born Into Trouble, fits into that series following book #3, Bear.
Crossover Series Reading Order:
Mica, RWMC #1
A Sweet & Merry Christmas, RWMC #1.5
Slate, RWMC #2
Bear, RWMC #3
Born Into Trouble, OYBS #1
Jase, RWMC #4
Gunny, RWMC #5
Mason, RWMC #6
Hoss, RWMC #7
This Is the Route of Twisted Pain, NTNT #1
Harddrive Holidays, RWMC #7.5
Duck, RWMC #8
Biker Chick Campout, RWMC #8.5
Watcher, RWMC #9
Treading the Traitor’s Path: Out Bad, NTNT #2
Living Without, Lila Rose’s Hawks MC: Caroline Springs #4
Shelter My Heart, NTNT #3
A Kiss to Keep You, RWMC #9.25
Gun Totin’ Annie, RWMC #9.5
Secret Santa, RWMC #9.75
Trapped by Fate on Reckless Roads, NTNT #4
Bones, RWMC #10
Gunny’s Pups, RWMC #10.25
Not Even A Mouse, RWMC #10.75
Road Runner’s Ride, RWMC #12.5
Never Settle, RWMC #10.5
Fury, RWMC #11
Christmas Doings, RWMC #11.25
Gypsy’s Lady, RWMC #11.5
Thunderstruck, NTNT #5
Going Down Easy
No Man’s Land
Cassie, RWMC #12
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateJune 20, 2016
- File size2.8 MB
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"The character development is fantastic, with an amazing cast of secondaries. An intense, emotional, and well written storyline flows effortlessly. MariaLisa deMora's super talented writing style had me transported into the middle of Benny's world, and nearly brought me to my knees." - Jennifer P. 5-Stars
"It was a journey that I won't forget anytime soon." - Rosa S. 5-Stars ADDITIONAL SERIES AND BOOKS
Please note that books in a series frequently feature characters from additional books within that series. If series books are read out of order, readers will twig to spoilers for the other books, so going back to read the skipped titles won't have the same angsty reveals.
Rebel Wayfarers MC series:
Mica, #1
A Sweet & Merry Christmas, short story #1.5
Slate, #2
Bear, #3
Jase, #4
Gunny, #5
Mason, #6
Hoss, #7
Harddrive Holidays, short story #7.5
Duck, #8
Biker Chick Campout, short story #8.5
Watcher, #9
A Kiss to Keep You, novella #9.25
Gun Totin' Annie, short story #9.5
Secret Santa, novella #9.75
Bones, #10
Gunny's Pups, novella #10.25
Never Settle, short story #10.5
Not Even A Mouse, short story #10.75
Fury, #11
Christmas Doings, #11.25
Gypsy's Lady, #11.5
Cassie, #12
Road Runner's Ride, novella #12.5
Occupy Yourself band series:
Born Into Trouble, #1
Grace In Motion, #2 (TBD)
What They Say, #3 (TBD)
Neither This, Nor That series:
This Is the Route Of Twisted Pain, #1
Treading the Traitor's Path: Out Bad, #2
Trapped by Fate on Reckless Roads, #3 (TBD)
Other Books:
With My Whole Heart
Alace SweetsHard FocusMore information available at mldemora.com.
Product details
- ASIN : B01E0MFKB2
- Publisher : MLK Publishing
- Accessibility : Learn more
- Publication date : June 20, 2016
- Edition : 1st
- Language : English
- File size : 2.8 MB
- Simultaneous device usage : Unlimited
- Screen Reader : Supported
- Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
- X-Ray : Not Enabled
- Word Wise : Enabled
- Print length : 304 pages
- ISBN-13 : 978-0996748636
- Page Flip : Enabled
- Best Sellers Rank: #2,273,736 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #11,134 in Coming of Age Fiction (Kindle Store)
- #18,681 in Coming of Age Fiction (Books)
- #151,667 in Contemporary Romance (Kindle Store)
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About the author

Raised in the south, Wall Street Journal & USA TODAY bestselling author MariaLisa deMora learned about the magic of books at an early age. Every summer, she would spend hours in the local library, devouring books of every genre. Self-described as a book-a-holic, she says "I've always loved to read, but then I discovered writing, and found I adored that, too. For reading...if nothing else is available, I've been known to read the back of the cereal box."
deMora has penned a variety of stories, with eight established series that include motorcycle romance, veteran repatriation, time travel, sweet romance, and dark romantic suspense, as well as romantic standalones and a social justice thriller. Her website is filled with links and information, in addition to extras like character interviews, book playlists, character-inspired poetry, and trailer videos!
Her short bio reads, "Plate-spinner / cat herder at work; totally geeked author; hockey freak; wanna-be hiker; usta-be/on-again EQ gamer."
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- Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2016Format: KindleVerified PurchaseI put off reading this long enough; the anticipation was delicious. A person has to be ready for a MariaLisa deMora book. Why you say? Because she packs so much into each chapter, each paragraph actually. Reading her books is like studying for a quiz because just like studying for a quiz it's the small things you don't dare miss for fear of what knowledge may be required later on when reading her next book. A reader has to pay attention to the details! Our writer is GREAT with details!
I wasn't so sure I'd love Benny, based on the beginning. He was victimized and without anyone around to see what was happening to him he got sucked into the vortex of drugs and sex. It does catch up to him in some very dramatic ways. Thankfully his brother finds him; his brother being Andrew Jones of: Slate (Rebel Wayfarers MC #2). Not only does he now have a brother who won't give up on getting him straightened up but a whole family of Rebel Wayfarers who never let down a member of their family. The road is so bumpy for Benny and I for one, didn't know that he'd make it through. Yet; he does conquer many of his demons. What I think finally turns the tide for him is the woman (Mercedes) who becomes his sober companion. The woman is relentless and always a step ahead of where Benny's mind is headed. I was hoping she’d take a liking to one of the other MC guys……in a later book but turns out she’s taken already. I did find her especially fascinating.
Let's not forget Luce, the woman who falls for a much damaged Benny and becomes his everything. This book isn’t overly weighty with romance aspects but when we ferret them out; they’re wonderful to read. I’d also like to make special mention of Mason, as well. He was fairly prominent in this book; not a continually present character but when he's in the scene he is very much MASON, a very wise and commanding MC President. He's like the godfather of all these MC guys and when he speaks everyone listens because he doesn't waste words. I love Mason, he's still my fav.
The abuse factor in this book is written in a way that we are witness to Benny becoming a victim, feel his sense of self slipping away, try to stop him by screaming at the book......then feel heartbreak because we could not help Benny when he needed someone to pull him free. When brother Andrew/Slade gets into the fray to help Benny I got that much needed sense of hope that seemed so long in coming. Slade gives hope to the most dire of situations and he'd never give up on making things right for Benny.
I loved this book. Anything involving the Rebel Wayfarers MC would have to be good reading and I dearly love the Rebel Wayfarer MC Series. Thank you dear authoress for such a good story line. It's dramatic, angsty, thoughtful, endearing, and well written.
- Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2022Format: KindleVerified PurchaseAnother book that blew me away and taught me so much. I have not found a single MariaLisa DeMora book that didn't leave me scrambling to get my hands on the next one. Off to the zon for the next captivating tale in this combined series.
- Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2017Format: KindleVerified PurchaseKnew Benny was going to rip my heart out and he did, but he also put it back together. As with everything else I've read by MariaLisa this book kicks butt. The road Benny travels is rough but leads him to the greatest gift of all, love. Love of family, friends and his soul mate. You will laugh, you will cry and in the end you will want more. And of course you will see our beloved Rebel Wayfarers!
- Reviewed in the United States on June 22, 2016Format: KindleBorn Into Trouble (Occupy Yourself, #1) by MariaLisa deMora is the story of Benny Jones. He has endured a tough upbringing. Once living a good life in a loving family with his mother, father and his older brother. He now finds himself trying to keep his head above water after his world falls apart. His father is dead, his mother is the town alcoholic whore, his family farm has been sold and he now lives with his grandparents. His brother who has always been there has up and left to find work. Benny is left spiraling out of control and his rich girlfriend is no help. Music becomes his savior but now that cannot save him from his destructive behavior. This story can be read as a standalone but for those who have read the author’s Rebel Wayfarers MC series Benny is Andy aka Slate’s baby brother. A really good story and if you have read the MC series the book is another chance at reliving as well as seeing another side of what has happened to the members of the MC club. In this story we finally find out what happened to Benny once Andy had left him with their grandparents till he shows up at Marie’s to perform with his band. We get to learn if Benny can overcome his demons or if he will crash and burn. The subject matter can be a little tough at times, even so hang in there and enjoy the ride. I was given an ARC of the book for an honest review. I give Benny’s story 4 stars.
- Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2018Format: KindleVerified PurchaseWhat a great start to a new series! This book was an emotional wringer for me. ML's stories always work their way into my heart and soul. This story hits close to home with addiction and alcoholism.
Loved the tie into the Rebel Wayfarers MC.
Grab the kleenex, get comfortable because you will be riveted in place till the end!
- Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2016Format: KindleVerified PurchaseI am a BIG fan of the Rebels Wayfarers. But I so much enjoyed reading Benny's story. I've never had someone close to me deal with addiction, but MariaLisa brought it to real life. I wept with Benny. I cheered for him. This story was amazing and I highly recommend it to EVERYONE especially those who have dealt with addiction or who are currently experiencing addiction. You are not alone. This book is amazing!!!
- Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2016Format: KindleVerified PurchaseShows you can beat the hard times no matter what
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- Amazon CustomerReviewed in the United Kingdom on July 20, 2016
5.0 out of 5 stars 5 stars
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseThank you for Benny.... Beautiful, heartbreaking, could not put him down, cover to cover.. Ugly crying, moments that are heart wrenching and moments of pure joy.