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New Release and Review: Blind Side by Kandi Steiner

Blind Side by Kandi Steiner is now live!

Blind Side is a fake dating sports romance that early readers are calling Kandi's spiciest book yet! Add in that the heroine is a virgin and takes "lessons" from our star athlete Hero on how to please herself, and this is one hot summer release you won't want to miss!⁣
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𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐟𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐠𝐢𝐫𝐥𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝.⁣
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𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐈 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐡𝐢𝐦 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐦𝐲 𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲.⁣
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Clay Johnson has the abs of Adonis and the deadly smirk of the devil, himself. There's hardly a day he's not headline material during football season, and never a day he isn't a bullseye target for every girl on campus.⁣
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He used to be the easiest of all the players for me to wrangle as the Public Relations Coordinator, but after a nasty breakup with his high school sweetheart, he's a mess.⁣
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And a complete pain in my ass.⁣
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We meet to discuss his behavior and review media relations standards. But when he witnesses how I fall to pieces in front of my guitar-toting crush, his wheels start turning. And he cooks up this absurd plan.⁣
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He helps me get noticed. ⁣
I help him make his ex jealous. ⁣
All by pretending to be in a relationship.⁣
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What he doesn't realize is that this bookworm is a virgin, and far from versed in seducing a musician. So, to sweeten the deal, I convince him to help me -- not just to get my crush's attention, but to knock his socks off once I have it.⁣
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But the more I come unraveled at the hands of Clay Johnson, the more trouble I have discerning what's fake and what's undoubtedly real -- particularly, the way my heart flutters every time that breathtaking man touches me.⁣
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We set the rules. We put the safeguards in place.⁣
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But they say rules are meant to be broken.⁣
They probably should have added that hearts are, too.⁣

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My Thoughts and Review:

This book took me through the paces. It is an amazing fake dating romance.

Giana is a heroine to admire. I truly loved how she set out to prove others wrong, and get outside her comfort zones. She was always true to herself. I wish that I could be more like her. Clay is almost the book boyfriend to beat all book boyfriends. He truly knows how to sweep a girl off her feet. I loved watching the two of them fall in love with each other before they even realized they were falling.

This book has so many incredible characters. I truly love the entire NBU football team and the relationship they have with each other. I can't wait to see what Holden's story has in store for the NBU team.

Meet Kandi

Kandi Steiner is an Amazon Top 5 bestselling author and whiskey connoisseur living in Tampa, FL. Best known for writing "emotional rollercoaster" stories, she loves bringing flawed characters to life and writing about real, raw romance — in all its forms. No two Kandi Steiner books are the same, and if you're a lover of angsty, emotional, and inspirational reads, she's your gal.

An alumna of the University of Central Florida, Kandi graduated with a double major in Creative Writing and Advertising/PR with a minor in Women's Studies. She started writing back in the 4th grade after reading the first Harry Potter installment. In 6th grade, she wrote and edited her own newspaper and distributed to her classmates. Eventually, the principal caught on and the newspaper was quickly halted, though Kandi tried fighting for her "freedom of press."

She took particular interest in writing romance after college, as she has always been a die hard hopeless romantic, and likes to highlight all the challenges of love as well as the triumphs.

When Kandi isn't writing, you can find her reading books of all kinds, planning her next adventure, or pole dancing (yes, you read that right). She enjoys live music, traveling, playing with her fur babies and soaking up the sweetness of life.

Connect with Kandi

Website: www.kandisteiner.com

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New Release and Review: Fair Catch by Kandi Steiner

I thought being the only girl on a college football team would be my biggest problem... until I find out my brother's best friend is my new roommate.

Fair Catch by Kandi Steiner is now live!

As if things aren't already tough enough as the only girl on a college football team, Coach had to go and assign Zeke Collins as my roommate.

A cocky kick returner and my brother's best friend who should have been ripped of that title years ago, he's as infuriating as he is undeniably sexy.

I hate him, and for good reason -- reason I won't ever let him forget.

He thinks because we grew up together that it's his role to protect me, but all he does is get in my way, make me look weak, and piss me off more.

I tell him I can handle myself, and I'm hell-bent on getting that point across to him and the rest of the nation watching the only girl in collegiate football.

The pressure doesn't get to me. The scrutiny? I'm ready for.

But sharing very thin walls with Zeke Collins? I wasn't prepared for that.

And the more we're forced together, the harder it is to distinguish that pencil-thin line between hating him... and wanting him.

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My Thoughts and Review:

Kandi Steiner opened up a whole new ball field for this football romance. This romance has so many elements from so many different tropes it is sure to please just about any romance reader. It is a sports romance, brother's best friend, forbidden, roommates to lovers, and enemies to lovers all rolled into one. Let me tell you this, it is a recipe for perfection.

Riley is such a strong woman. She fights to earn respect in a male dominated (maybe male only) field. While she plays it off as doing it for her brother who can't any more, she really truly loves the game.

Zeke is so incredibly hard on himself. He is sure he is good at one thing and one thing only in life....Football.

These characters will tug at your heartstrings. You will laugh, love, and cry. I loved following these characters as they fought battles on and off the football field. They both learn so many lessons, and grow so much.

Meet Kandi

Kandi Steiner is an Amazon Top 5 bestselling author and whiskey connoisseur living in Tampa, FL. Best known for writing "emotional rollercoaster" stories, she loves bringing flawed characters to life and writing about real, raw romance -- in all its forms. No two Kandi Steiner books are the same, and if you're a lover of angsty, emotional, and inspirational reads, she's your gal.

An alumna of the University of Central Florida, Kandi graduated with a double major in Creative Writing and Advertising/PR with a minor in Women's Studies. She started writing back in the 4th grade after reading the first Harry Potter installment. In 6th grade, she wrote and edited her own newspaper and distributed to her classmates. Eventually, the principal caught on and the newspaper was quickly halted, though Kandi tried fighting for her "freedom of press."

She took particular interest in writing romance after college, as she has always been a die hard hopeless romantic, and likes to highlight all the challenges of love as well as the triumphs.

When Kandi isn't writing, you can find her reading books of all kinds, planning her next adventure, or pole dancing (yes, you read that right). She enjoys live music, traveling, playing with her fur babies and soaking up the sweetness of life.

Kandi Steiner may be coming to a city near you! Check out her "events" tab to see all the signings she's attending in the near future:

www.kandisteiner.com/events

Connect with Kandi

Website: www.kandisteiner.com

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7319216.Kandi_Steiner

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Kandi-Steiner/e/B00JDJOINE

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KandiSteiner/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kandilandks/

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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorkandisteiner

Review: Stroked by Meghan Quinn

Blurb:

Reese King: Olympic medalist, underwear model, Greek god.

His body is chiseled from rock, sculpted by the weight room, and refined by water.

On a daily basis his skin is completely bare for everyone to see, tan and defined, only covered up by a minuscule piece of spandex. There is no denying his sex appeal.

I hate to admit it, but I’m head over heels infatuated with him.

There is one HUGE problem though. His achingly gorgeous abs, inked up arm, and cocky swagger belong to my boss, the high-profile, reality star bitch from hell and certified heinous human being, Bellini Chambers.

What I think is going to be an easy job assisting a glorified wench turns into a cluster f*ck of epic proportions.

My Thoughts and Review:

This book.....it is amazing. It is intense. Meghan Quinn did an amazing job of bringing these characters to life. She brought the thrill of being an Olympic athlete to life with her words. There were times during the trials and the actual games I felt like I was there with Reese on the starting block, in the pool, or in the stands with Paisley.

There were so many things to love about this book. I loved Paisley. I loved Reese. For the most part I loved Jonathan. Hollis and Melony were both amazing. Then you get the ones you love to hate. Bellini, I am so glad we were given her point of view in this book. It made it that much easier to hate her. She was down right evil. Then there was Pocket, something was seriously not right with that one.

This is a book I almost wish I could read again for the first time. I can't wait until I can dive into the rest of the series.

Review: Fighter's Secret by A Rivers

"When the right thing comes along, we instinctively recognize it." Devon, Fighter's Secret by A Rivers

Have you ever found that one thing that you just knew was right? It could be the right job, the right best friend, or if you are lucky the right love. This book is about finding that right thing. Devon couldn't have been more right when he said the quote above to Harley. When it's right you just know. There is no denying it, no fighting it, and it doesn't matter who is against it. It will happen.

This book is an engaging, well written story. These characters will make you fall in love with them more and more from beginning to end. I didn't want to put it down. It is an intriguing mix of sports romance, forbidden, and brother's best friend.

New Release: Fighter's Secret by A Rivers

Title: Fighter's Secret

Series: Crown MMA Romance #3

Author: A. Rivers

Genre: Sports Romance

Release Date: July 24, 2021

BLURB

He’s too wild, too unpredictable, and completely off-limits by my coach’s decree.

My life imploded and now I’m halfway around the world, sleeping in my brother's spare room, and trying to get my sh*t together. A new relationship is the last thing I need. Especially one with my coach-slash-brother’s protégé, cocky cage fighter Devon Green.

Devon’s big heart, sexy swagger, and determination to coax me out of my shell appeal more than they should. I’ve spent years building my defenses, but every stolen moment with him tempts me to tear them down. Unfortunately, I need to keep my hands to myself unless I’m willing to risk losing my home, my job, and my family.

I’ve stepped into the ring dozens of times before, but fighting for love is the most terrifying prospect of all. When the final buzzer sounds, will Devon and I be left standing?

Fighter’s Secret is a standalone sports romance with a confident hero who knows what he wants and a badass heroine who makes him work for it.

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EXCERPT

“So,” Devon continues, rubbing circles on his chest. “This is the part where I ask you out again, yeah?”

I sigh. “If it was, I’d have to turn you down.” Strangely, I find myself regretting that fact, and not just because my body is still wired with attraction to him. He actually seems like a nice guy, but officially off-limits, and not the right match for me anyway.

“Damn.” His lips quirk, but he doesn’t seem upset at all. “Have you decided whether you want me to back off and stop flirting with you?”

My breath quickens. Why does he have to keep asking that and putting the responsibility on me to reject him? Why can’t he be like any other douchey guy who’d ignore what I want and flirt anyway? Because while I can’t date him, I enjoy exchanging hot looks across the gym floor and I don’t want it to end.

“No, I haven’t,” I say, something fizzing in my chest. “I need more time to think about it.”

“Okay, then.” He grins crookedly. “Can I ask what’s holding you back?”

I drag a hand down my face and battle to pull myself together. Dare I be honest with him? I moisten my lips. “The thing is, I’ve recently gone through something that makes it hard for me to trust people, and I’m not denying that I’m attracted to you, but you seem like a good-time guy and that’s not what I’m looking for.”

He cocks his head, the humor fleeing his expression, and his eyes become uncharacteristically serious. “I could be more than a good-time guy for you, Harley.”

A lick of heat runs down my spine. His gaze is so intense. So honest. But from what I’ve seen of him, I’m not sure whether to believe him. The fact is, I hardly know Devon. I knew Thaklaew much better, and I still didn’t see his betrayal coming. Why should I think I’m any better at reading this guy?

“Think on it.” He touches his glove to mine. “Ready for round two?”

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New Release and Review: Torn Apart by Nikki Ash and K Webster

Release Date: October 20

I’ve spent the past three years in college terrorizing the dean, also known as my father.

I’m everything he hates.

Troublemaker.

Slacker.

Gay.

But I’m only getting started.

I’m about to make Dad really proud with my newest life choices…

I fall for my best friend, Mia, who’s a freaking chick.

I’m dying to make out with my enemy, dude bro Brayden.

And best of all, I want to bone my new roomie, Drew, who happens to also be the school’s new hockey coach.

Senior year’s great.

I’m still the world’s worst human.

I’ve made all the wrong decisions, and when Dad gets wind of my newest mess, he might actually disown me this time.

But I can’t stop.

I don’t want to stop.

In typical Ashton Carter fashion, I wreck my life in the worst possible way.

It isn’t until it’s all torn apart, I realize I have a problem.

Me.

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My Thoughts and Review:

Nikki Ash and K Webster are two of my favorite authors. When they team up it typically results in magic happening. Torn Apart is everything I had hoped it would be and more.

This is told from the view points of 4 different characters. Brayden, the hockey player, and all around player. Mia, the gamer, tutor, college freshman, trying to escape her overbearing mom. Drew, the former NHL player, now hockey coach. Last but far from least... Ashton, the dean's openly gay son, slacker, and swimmer. Mia and Ashton are best friends. Brayden and Drew have an obvious history. When the four of them start interacting sparks fly, and jealousy roars.

"I'm matte in a glossy world." -Mia Torn Apart by K Webster and Nikki Ash

This line is one that I can really relate to. I truly loved Mia. To be completely honest I loved all of these characters. The boys were each unique to each other. They were each a little bit broody in their own way. I loved how Drew points out to Ashton that not everything needs to have a label. Labels are Black and White, where the world is shades of Gray.

I can not wait for the second book in this duet. I need the rest of this story.

Meet Nikki Ash

Nikki Ash resides in South Florida where she is an English teacher and mom by day and a writer by night. When she’s not writing, you can find her with a book in her hand.

From the Boxcar Children to Wuthering Heights to the latest Single Parent Romance, she has lived and breathed every type of book.

Reading is like breathing in, writing is like breathing out. – Pam Allyn

While reading and writing are her passions, her two children are her entire world. You can probably find them at a Disney park before you would find them at home on the weekends!

To learn more about Nikki Ash, visit: https://authornikkiash.com

Meet K Webster

K Webster is a USA Today Bestselling author. Her titles have claimed many bestseller tags in numerous categories, are translated in multiple languages, and have been adapted into audiobooks.

She lives in “Tornado Alley” with her husband, two children, and her baby dog named Blue.

When she’s not writing, she’s reading, drinking copious amounts of coffee, and researching aliens.

To learn more about K Webster, visit: https://www.authorkwebster.com

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Blog Tour: The Right Player by Kandi Steiner

The Right Player: A Sports Romance by bestselling author Kandi Steiner is now live!

From bestselling author Kandi Steiner comes a sexy, hilarious, opposites-attract sports romance set in the lively city of Chicago...

I have a three date rule — but it’s not what you think.

See, I’ve been told I’m the “good time girl,” not the one you take home to Mom. And

while that label stung at first, I’ve since embraced it — living the wild and

free life and sticking to a three date max. That’s just enough time to have

some fun and snuff out the possibility of catching feelings. And it’s been

working for me for years…

Until Makoa Kumaka.

Sadly, he also has a three date rule — and it’s the exact

opposite of mine. From the second I meet him, all I can think about is

stripping down that six-foot-five Herculean hunk of a man. But like the

gentleman I wish he wasn’t, he’s making me wait.

The more time we spend together, the more I feel those pesky emotions creeping in.

I’m even tempted to trust him, but blame it on my past or my instincts, I can’t

shake the feeling that he’s hiding something…

I’ve been playing the game forever, and no man has ever won my heart — which meant

they never had the power to break it.

But maybe I just hadn’t met the right player.

Maybe I’ll wish I never did.

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Excerpt

I burst through Gemma’s door at seven on the dot the next morning.

“We have a problem.”

Zach and Gemma were both in the kitchen, their hair a mess, sleep still in their eyes, Gemma mid-yawn while Zach hadn’t even poured the coffee grounds into the filter yet. He cocked a brow at Gemma, who managed a smile before leaning her hip against the kitchen counter and addressing me. “Well, good morning, Belle. Happy Saturday to you, too.”

“I know we agreed I couldn’t come over before ten on the weekends but this is an emergency,” I said, nudging Zach out of the way and taking over where he was in the coffee-making process. I’d barely slept, and if I didn’t get some caffeine in the next ten minutes, I’d become a monster. “Shoo.”

Zach chuckled, throwing his hands up and backing out of the kitchen.

“What’s the emergency?” Gemma asked, wrapping her arms around Zach’s waist when he joined her.

“He didn’t want to have sex with me.”

Their silence was my only answer, and I huffed, slamming the top of the coffee pot closed as I thrust the carafe under the faucet and turned it on.

“I’m confused,” Gemma finally said.

“HE DIDN’T WANT TO HAVE SEX WITH ME,” I repeated.

“Like, he’s not interested?”

“No, like, he had a thick, raging hard on threatening to break loose from his jeans but didn’t do anything about it.” I turned the faucet off with more aggression than necessary, slamming the carafe into place and flicking on the power switch. I crossed my arms and faced them when it started brewing. “He kissed me on the freaking cheek guys.”

Gemma chuckled, and Zach looked at her before he turned his confused expression on me. “That’s not an emergency. That’s not even a problem at all. That’s him being a gentleman.”

Gemma and I exchanged looks this time. “Please tell me you’re not on his side here.”

“I mean…” Gemma bit her lip, looking at her fiancé with a shrug. “That is kind of weird, nowadays anyway.”

Zach’s mouth popped open.

Gemma threw her hands up. “I mean, even we hooked up on our first date. Remember?”

Zach didn’t respond to that.

“Thank you,” I said, gesturing to Gemma before I let my hand fall to slap my thigh. “I mean, there we are, post-dinner and all talked out, and I’m running my hands all over his freaking tattoos. I start unbuttoning his shirt and he stops me.” I pause for dramatic effect. “The man stopped me from stripping him.”

“Maybe he’s really shy,” Gemma suggested.

“I don’t think that’s it. I mean, you saw him in the office. The man is confidence embodied.”

“True,” she agreed. “Oh, what if he’s into really freaky stuff? You know. Whips and chains, nipple clamps, all that. And he wants to ease you into it.”

I considered it, and I wasn’t mad at that possibility. “A Christian Gray, perhaps?”

“Could be! Did he have a room locked off that he wouldn’t let you go in?”

My shoulders sagged at that. “No, I saw his whole place. And the man brought everything he owns from California in maybe two-dozen boxes. I think he hired me because he lived like a college bachelor before now.” I shook my head. “I don’t think it’s because he’s so kinky he thinks he’ll scare me.”

“Maybe he just wants to get to know you before he has sex with you,” Zach said, deadpan, as if he couldn’t believe he even had to say that out loud.

I scoffed, crossing my arms again. “We talked all night. He knew me plenty well enough to bend me over his kitchen counter.” Then, all the blood drained from my face. “Oh my God, what if he has a micropenis?”

Gemma’s eyes shot open, and she covered her mouth. “No! You don’t honestly think?”

I shook my head, slumping against the counter once more. “Nah. I saw his bulge. No way was that a sock.”

We stood in silence for a bit, thinking.

“Maybe he has a weird shaped dick. Or a mole or something,” Gemma said.

“He wouldn’t let me take off his shirt. Maybe it’s a third nipple,” I guessed.

Gemma lit up like I’d told her her hair looked pretty. “Oh, that wouldn’t be so bad!”

“Maybe it’s the three date rule.”

I blinked a few times before I turned to look at Zach, confused. “Three date rule?”

“Yeah. You know… he doesn’t want to have sex until the third date. It’s like the classic dating handbook rule number one.”

I looked at Gemma, who tilted her head to the side as she considered it. “That does make sense.”

“So, you’re saying I’m not going to get any until he takes me out on two more dates?” I groaned, pulling three coffee cups from the cabinet and topping them all off. I handed one to each of them before wrapping my hands around mine. “Who on Earth still does that?”

“Nice guys. Good guys. Guys who are interested in more than just getting in your pants.” Zach shook his head. “Belle, come on. This is a good thing.”

“Tell that to my throbbing clitoris, Zach.”

Gemma nearly spit out her coffee, and Zach chuckled, throwing up his free hand in surrender. “And on that note, I’m going to watch Sports Center.” He kissed Gemma’s cheek before turning to me. “Good luck with your emergency.”

I wiggled my fingers in a goodbye to him, and Gemma and I shared a knowing smile once he was gone.

Meet Kandi

Kandi Steiner is a bestselling author and whiskey connoisseur living in Tampa, FL. Best known for writing "emotional rollercoaster" stories, she loves bringing flawed characters to life and writing about real, raw romance -- in all its forms. No two Kandi Steiner books are the same, and if you're a lover of angsty, emotional, and inspirational reads, she's your gal.

An alumna of the University of Central Florida, Kandi graduated with a double major in Creative Writing and Advertising/PR with a minor in Women's Studies. She started writing back in the 4th grade after reading the first Harry Potter installment. In 6th grade, she wrote and edited her own newspaper and distributed to her classmates. Eventually, the principal caught on and the newspaper was quickly halted, though Kandi tried fighting for her "freedom of press." She took particular interest in writing romance after college, as she has always been a die hard hopeless romantic, and likes to highlight all the challenges of love as well as the triumphs.

When Kandi isn't writing, you can find her reading books of all kinds, talking with her extremely vocal cat, and spending time with her friends and family. She enjoys live music, traveling, anything heavy in carbs, beach days, movie marathons, craft beer and sweet wine -- not necessarily in that order.

Connect with Kandi

Website: www.kandisteiner.com

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7319216.Kandi_Steiner

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Kandi-Steiner/e/B00JDJOINE/

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New Release and Review: The Right Player by Kandi Steiner

Blurb:

I have a three date rule — but it’s not what you think.

See, I’ve been told I’m the “good time girl,” not the one you take home to Mom. And while that label stung at first, I’ve since embraced it — living the wild and free life and sticking to a three date max. That’s just enough time to have some fun and snuff out the possibility of catching feelings. And it’s been working for me for years…

Until Makoa Kumaka.

Sadly, he also has a three date rule — and it’s the exact opposite of mine. From the second I meet him, all I can think about is stripping down that six-foot-five Herculean hunk of a man. But like the gentleman I wish he wasn’t, he’s making me wait.

The more time we spend together, the more I feel those pesky emotions creeping in. I’m even tempted to trust him, but blame it on my past or my instincts, I can’t shake the feeling that he’s hiding something…

I’ve been playing the game forever, and no man has ever won my heart — which meant they never had the power to break it.

But maybe I just hadn’t met the right player.

Maybe I’ll wish I never did.

My Thoughts and Review:

"He does not get to define you."- Makoa, The Right Player by Kandi Steiner

I think almost every woman out there has had that one relationship the went wrong in a bad way. The one where he broke her or said something that made her think poorly of herself. That relationship that when it ended made her want to give up on love, build up her walls, and protect herself for life. Belle Monroe had that in her college boyfriend. She thought they would end up married, then he told her she was a fun time, but not the girl you take home. So she spent her life being that fun time girl. Her 3 date rule was the opposite of most. Until she meets Makoa.

Makoa spent his younger years being placed firmly in the friend zone by every girl he liked. So he quit trying, and devoted himself to his love of football earning himself a place in the NFL. Then it went from friend zone to being used for his money or connections. All he really wanted was someone to love. He was a big teddy bear looking for a woman who wouldn't friend zone him and didn't want him for his money or fame.

The attitudes these two have towards dating is polar opposite. Which makes for some hilarious dates, and some major miscommunications. This book will have you laughing. It will have you crying, and it is has some smokin' hot scenes. Do we really expect anything less from Kandi Steiner? I loved the return of Gemma and Zach from The Wrong Game. There are just so many great scenes and supporting characters in this book.