The Fake by Rebecca Jenshak

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The Fake

(Smart Jocks, Book 4)

By Rebecca Jenshak

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Sports Romance 

Basketball 

Fake Dating

College

Second Chances

Nathan and Chloe are such a great couple. I am so glad we got Nathan's back story. And I loved Chloe's story. I love that her experiences helped her see how Nathan could do the things he had to do for his family.

Nathan's past comes to haunt him in more ways than one. But I love that Chloe was able to calm him during his nightmare. Chloe's situation with her team is hard, but I loved seeing the team grow super close after the initial cold shoulder. 

The Tip-Off by Rebecca Jenshak

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The Tip-Off

(Smart Jocks, Book 3)

By Rebecca Jenshak

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Sports Romance 

Basketball 

College

Friends to Lovers

Slow Burn

"Beauty in imperfection"

What a great story. I love Zeke and his quiet determination. I think Gabby's wildness balances him out. Deep down, they are very similar. I love that they talk to each other through music. There is a deep connection with Zeke and Gabby that makes you want to root for them.

I think one of my favorite scenes is when they go to the tattoo parlor. How strong Gabby is for covering part of her scars and how Zeke is there to comfort her and opens up about his tattoo.

The Fadeaway by Rebecca Jenshak

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The Fadeaway

(Smart Jocks, Book 2)

By Rebecca Jenshak

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Sports Romance 

Basketball 

College

Single Mom

Reformed Player

Thursday may be my favorite day now! You just knew that when Joel fell, he would fall hard. Being a player was easier than dealing with his past, but you could tell his heart was looking for more.

Katrina is such a strong and amazing mom. Being a mom is hard, but becoming one so young and still going after your dreams shows her strength & determination.

With Joel being such a player, I was pleasantly surprised about the slow burn this story took. It was a perfect contradiction to the personality he showed in book 1 and tried to pull off in the beginning of their relationship.

The Assist by Rebecca Jenshak

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The Assist

(Smart Jocks, Book 1)

By Rebecca Jenshak

(New to me Author)

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Sports Romance 

Basketball

College Romance

Fantastic story. Full of basketball, nerds & love. Wes and Blair are amazing together. I loved the fact that they started as friends. The determination Blair has to accomplish her goals, even if at the beginning they weren't hers, was commendable. 

I love that Wes made her better, and Blair made Wes better. That is true relationship goals. The relationship that Blair formed with Wes' team was super sweet. They all had her back like they were her brothers. I loved it. Besides, the side characters were awesome and can't wait to read their stories.

Powerless by Elsie Silver

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Powerless

(Chestnut Springs, Book 3)

By Elsie Silver

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🌶🌶🌶.5

Small Town

Hockey

Ballet

Friends to Lovers

Unrequited Love 

Age Gap

Runaway Bride

Found Family 

Oh, Jasper!! I absolutely love his quiet, troubled heart. The things a young boy had to deal with that he should never have to just makes my heart ache. He is an Eaton through and through. I just love that family and their loyalty to each other.

Sloane's story is also a sad one but for totally different reasons. It makes sense that the two broken kids find each other and form such a strong friendship. Getting a glimpse into their summers growing up together was so great. And that even though She had Violet & he had Beau, they were meant to be best friends.

I also love the cross-over appearance of the Gold Rush Ranch & the Love Shack!! You knew when they both gave in, their passion was going to be explosive!! All I'll say is, it's always the quiet ones!!

Garnet Flats By Devney Perry

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Garnet Flats

By Devney Perry

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🌶🌶🌶.5

Small Town

Second Chance

Sports Romance

Single Dad

This was such a great book. I couldn't put it down. I especially love the UFC angle. Getting a look into quiet and stoic Talia was so good. Not everyone emotes the same, and it was great to see her opening up to her sister.

After meeting and falling in love with Foster Madden in college, Talia was heartbroken when he married her best friend. 

Seven years later, Foster is back to win Talia back. Moving to Quincy to be near Talia and train for an upcoming fight, Foster makes his feelings known from day one. 

After learning the reasons for his decision 7 years ago, Foster has to fight the biggest fight of his life, and that is to win Talia's love.

3 Count by Nikki Castle

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3 Count (Special Edition Cover)

By Nikki Castle

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Sports Romance

Friends with Benefits

Guy Falls First

I fell in love with Aiden's personality in 5 Rounds by Nikki. He is such a fun and positive life force and this book just sealed those impressions.

Dani is a career driven, bad ass who is afraid of giving up her lifestyle for commitment.

The chemistry is off the charts and gives Tristan and Remy (5 Rounds) a run for their money. Chapter 8 is 🌶🌶🌶 and I am here for it!

Loved the gym family scenes and that Dani falls right into their rhythm. The confidence in both Dani and Aiden should be illegal!! It was 🤌!!

Untying the Knot by Meghan Quinn

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Untying the Knot 

By Meghan Quinn

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Second Chances

Friends to Lovers

Child Abuse Representation 

Sports Romance

I have a new all time favorite Meghan Quinn book and this is it!! This book took me through all the emotions. I laughed. I cried. I swooned. It was 🤌 perfection!! 

After being taken for granted Myla decides she has had enough and gave her husband divorce papers. I have to say this book hit home with me for personal reasons. Seeing Ryot realize what he has done to their marriage was everything. 

I really enjoyed the flash back chapters and seeing their relationship develop. Seeing how their past linked to their present was perfect. 

I loved the cameos from Huxley & Lottie as well as JP & Kelsey. But seeing Kazoo was the cherry on top!!

5 Rounds by Nikki Castle

First let me say this is a re-read for me and I only noticed this week I hadn't written a review. So here is my review!! Go read 5 Rounds now!!

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5 Rounds

By Nikki Castle

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Enemies to Lovers

Forced Proximity 

Sports Romance

Found Family

I think we have all had that moment in life when we have to assess whether or not we are happy on the path we are on. The great thing about this story is there is such a great support group that doesn't hold back. 

Banter in this book is off the charts. I love Remy and her relationship with her sister and best friend Jax. I love Remy's story about finding her passion and being such a strong & supportive woman. 

Tristan is the epitome of sex on a stick. His story is more about having others accept him for who he is and not making suppositions about him. 

I loved how both story lines ran parallel and crossed at times. But their chemistry and dirty talk was smoking hot!!