RELEASE BLITZ WITH EXCERPT: The Girlfriend Zone by Lauren Blakely

THE GIRLFRIEND ZONE, a sexy new coach’s daughter, one-who-got-away, age-gap, forbidden hockey romance from #1 New York Times Bestselling Author, Lauren Blakely, is available now!

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He’s as forbidden to me as I am to him…

 

 

In my defense, I had no idea the tattooed, glasses-wearing, soulful hottie I spent one perfect day—and one unforgettable night—with was a hockey star on my father’s team.

And Miles didn’t know I was the coach’s daughter.

That’s the point of a “no-work-talk” date.

But now? He’s as forbidden to me as I am to him.

When I land a new gig as the team photographer, we vow to keep it professional. We mostly succeed…except for that time after a game when he couldn’t keep his talented hands off me. But I swear, it won’t happen again.

Too much is at stake—I can’t risk my heart or my father’s team.

But when I’m asked to dog-sit Miles’s pack of rescue pups for a few weeks, I discover there’s more to him than I ever imagined—a man who’s genuine, thoughtful, and irresistibly real.

He looks at me like he can’t believe his luck. Touches me like he never wants to let go. And listens to my hopes and fears.

My heart’s getting dangerously attached. But if I follow it… am I putting everyone’s dreams on the line?

 

 

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“A perfect blend of sexy, sweet, and emotionally gripping!” ~Danielle, Red Cheeks Reads

 

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EXCERPT:

 

“You’re…Miles Falcon,” I say, since I need to voice it out loud, and as I do, the truth hits me with full force. I didn’t put Miles the chef together with Miles Falcon the Sea Dog, because why would I? I legit thought he was a chef; I don’t study the pictures of the players on my dad’s team. I haven’t been to a game in a while, since I studied abroad the year I think he joined, and, well, I’ve been pretty busy in the last year too. “You don’t look like a hockey player. You look like…” I flap my hands at him, still adding up how the hell this misunderstanding has happened. “Well, you look like a chef. With the boots and the black and the glasses.”

He sighs heavily. “Yeah, well, I only cook for fun. I play hockey for work. And I thought you knew.”

“How would I know?” I’m nearly shouting. “I don’t memorize pictures of the players.”

Also, hello! He plays hockey. He’s not a movie star. But that’s rude to point out.

Miles holds up his hands in surrender, clearly frustrated with himself now. “I don’t know what I thought. I guess I thought maybe you knew I played hockey and didn’t care. Or that you just…didn’t care what I do.”

“I didn’t care about what you do…until I found out you worked for my father,” I say, sputtering.

“Shit, shit. This is terrible.” He shakes his head, not even bothering with the spilled artichokes and glass on the floor. “I can’t believe I did this. I can’t believe I slept with the coach’s daughter.”

 

 

 


About Lauren Blakely:

A #1 New York Times Bestselling, #1 Wall Street Journal Bestselling, and #1 Audible Bestselling author, Lauren Blakely is known for her contemporary romance style that’s sexy, feel-good and witty. Her books have been featured in US Weekly and People. Lauren likes dogs, cake and show tunes and she is the vegetarian at your dinner party.

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REVIEW: The Girlfriend Zone by Lauren Blakely

 

5 SMOOCHES!

   

 

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SYNOPSIS:

In my defense, I had no idea the tattooed, glasses-wearing, soulful hottie I spent one perfect day—and one unforgettable night—with was a hockey star on my father’s team.

And Miles didn’t know I was the coach’s daughter.

That’s the point of a “no-work-talk” date.

But now? He’s as forbidden to me as I am to him.

When I land a new gig as the team photographer, we vow to keep it professional. We mostly succeed…except for that time after a game when he couldn’t keep his talented hands off me. But I swear, it won’t happen again.

Too much is at stake—I can’t risk my heart or my father’s team.

But when I’m asked to dog-sit Miles’s pack of rescue pups for a few weeks, I discover there’s more to him than I ever imagined—a man who’s genuine, thoughtful, and irresistibly real.

He looks at me like he can’t believe his luck. Touches me like he never wants to let go. And listens to my hopes and fears.

My heart’s getting dangerously attached. But if I follow it… am I putting everyone’s dreams on the line?

 

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REVIEW:

The Girlfriend Zone by Lauren Blakely was an addictive age-gap, forbidden love story that crackled with tension! This story features Miles, the irresistible NHL player with a heart of gold who falls hard for Leighton, the one that got away and resurfaces as the off-limits coach’s daughter and team photographer. Their chemistry is undeniable and positively electric, sparking with every stolen glance and loaded with witty banter that’s equal parts flirty and fiery. I listened to the audiobook, narrated in duet by Jason Clarke and Samantha Brentmoor. Both of these narrators turned in fabulous performances, and their natural chemistry making for authentic portrayals of these characters.

Blakely masterfully built the steam, weaving a slow-burn romance that’s as emotional as it is scorching. The forbidden stakes—Leighton’s ties to the team, their age difference, and Miles’ respect for her dad and fear of crossing the line—add delicious tension, making every touch and confession feel thrillingly illicit. Yet beneath the passion lies a deep connection as both characters grapple with vulnerability, loyalty, and the risk of losing everything for love. Blakely’s sharp and engaging storytelling balanced humor, heat, and heart in a way that made this story impossible to put down. A perfect blend of sexy, sweet, and emotionally gripping! Five smooches from me for The Girlfriend Zone by Lauren Blakely!

~Danielle Palumbo

 


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EXCERPT REVEAL: The Girlfriend Zone by Lauren Blakely

THE GIRLFRIEND ZONE, a sexy new coach’s daughter, one-who-got-away, age-gap, forbidden hockey romance from #1 New York Times Bestselling Author, Lauren Blakely, is coming March 26th!

Scroll down for an excerpt!

 

 

He’s as forbidden to me as I am to him…

 

 

In my defense, I had no idea the tattooed, glasses-wearing, soulful hottie I spent one perfect day—and one unforgettable night—with was a hockey star on my father’s team.

And Miles didn’t know I was the coach’s daughter.

That’s the point of a “no-work-talk” date.

But now? He’s as forbidden to me as I am to him.

When I land a new gig as the team photographer, we vow to keep it professional. We mostly succeed…except for that time after a game when he couldn’t keep his talented hands off me. But I swear, it won’t happen again.

Too much is at stake—I can’t risk my heart or my father’s team.

But when I’m asked to dog-sit Miles’s pack of rescue pups for a few weeks, I discover there’s more to him than I ever imagined—a man who’s genuine, thoughtful, and irresistibly real.

He looks at me like he can’t believe his luck. Touches me like he never wants to let go. And listens to my hopes and fears.

My heart’s getting dangerously attached. But if I follow it… am I putting everyone’s dreams on the line?

 

 

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EXCERPT:

Leighton

“When I said you, I meant I want all of you,” I add. That’s clear enough, but just in case it wasn’t, I press my body even closer so I’m rubbing against the outline of his erection. Making my intentions crystal clear.

For a hot second, his eyes go glassy. His breath stutters. But then he gains control again.

“All of me?” he asks like it’s a question, even though it’s an amused me, as if he’s having too much fun with my words as he keeps one hand looped firmly around my waist. “How exactly do you want all of me?”

Oh my god. He’s toying with me.

I groan in mock frustration. “You want me to spell it out?”

“I do, Leighton,” he rasps out. “I really, really do.”

I roll my eyes, but it’s doing little to mask how turned on I am. “Fine—then here’s an opinion for you.” I pause, letting him hang there on my every word as I run a hand down his chest, over the buttons on his shirt. I lift my chin, look him in the eyes. “I want you to f*&k me hard. And a little rough.”

 

 

 


About Lauren Blakely:

A #1 New York Times Bestselling, #1 Wall Street Journal Bestselling, and #1 Audible Bestselling author, Lauren Blakely is known for her contemporary romance style that’s sexy, feel-good and witty. Her books have been featured in US Weekly and People. Lauren likes dogs, cake and show tunes and she is the vegetarian at your dinner party.

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RELEASE BLITZ WITH EXCERPT: Ms. Fortune by Jay Crownover

MS. FORTUNE, an all-new secret crush, hidden identity, small-town romance from New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author, Jay Crownover, is out now!

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He’ll move mountains to keep her and her legacy out of the wrong hands…

 

 

Sometimes the universe has jokes.

Like a woman named Lucky Fortune who has lived her whole life plagued by one mishap and misfortune after another. The catastrophes that regularly derail her life would crush a normal person, but Lucky is stubbornly resilient.

The single constant in her life is the rustic, old ski lodge her grandparents built in a small, picturesque Colorado town. And now it belongs to her.

Lucky refuses to let her unending run of bad luck ruin the opportunity to build on her grandparents’ dream and carve out one of her own.

But forces greater than chance are out to sabotage her new life. They’re after the lodge, the land, and they want Lucky out of the way by any means necessary. Danger lurks closer than Lucky knows.

Fortunately, she’s found herself lucky in love for the first time ever, thanks to the secretive drifter she picked up and brought home on a whim. By day he plays the role of the worst handyman in existence. But when the stakes are raised, and Lucky’s life is on the line, he’ll move mountains to keep her and her legacy out of the wrong hands.

 

 

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“…a steamy small-town romance with a touch of mystery and a whole lot of heart.” ~Danielle, Red Cheeks Reads

 

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EXCERPT:

 

“Why didn’t you come home when you finished college if the lodge was so important to you?”

I dropped my hand and let my forehead hit the window. The glass was cool, but it did nothing to temper the fiery anger still surging through my blood from dealing with the sheriff.

“I ran into a bit of bad—”

“Luck.”

I blinked in surprise when Risky finished my sentence for me. I saw him smirk out of the corner of my eye.

“I’ve noticed that’s your default explanation for everything that goes wrong. Big or small. It’s nothing more than luck. Somehow, the power going out and someone taking a shot at you are equally unlucky.” He turned his head slightly to give me a pensive look. “I think your perception might be off.”

I laughed for real this time and held up my hand and started ticking things off on my fingers. “I was born to parents who act like they’re on perpetual spring break. The first time my grandpa tried to teach me to ride a bike, I broke my arm. On my first day of school, I got attacked by a loose dog and ended up needing twenty stitches. The first time I went camping, I fell into a patch of poison oak and nearly died from an allergic reaction. I got lost in a blizzard when I was ten and had the state’s search and rescue teams out looking for me. I thought it would be fun to join a sport in middle school. I played one game of soccer and left the game with a broken nose. I got this truck for my birthday when I was sixteen. Thank God my granddad knew I needed a tank because the first time I drove it without him supervising from the passenger seat, I ended up in a multi-car pileup on the pass. And don’t get me started on my love life.” Because that was where things had really turned into a train wreck. The situation with Baker had been enough to turn me off of dating for the rest of my life.

“But I want to ask about your love life. I’m curious if there’s anyone you can think of who might want to take a shot at you.”

I frowned and shifted on the hard seat uncomfortably. “You don’t think it was a wayward hunter?”

He gave me a look that indicated I shouldn’t ask dumb questions that I already knew the answer to.

“I only have one ex capable of hurting someone. But his target was never me. It was himself.” I shuddered as memories of the bloody night broke free from the chains I’d kept wrapped around them. “He’s no longer a threat to anyone. He died.”

 

 

 


About Jay Crownover:

Jay Crownover is the international and multiple New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the Marked Men Series, The Saints of Denver Series, The Point Series, Breaking Point Series, and the Getaway Series. Her books can be found translated in many different languages all around the world. She is a tattooed, crazy haired Colorado native who lives at the base of the Rockies with her awesome dogs. This is where she can frequently be found enjoying a cold beer and Taco Tuesdays. Jay is a self-declared music snob and outspoken book lover who is always looking for her next adventure, between the pages and on the road.

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REVIEW: Ms. Fortune by Jay Crownover

 

5 SMOOCHES!

   

 

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SYNOPSIS:

Sometimes the universe has jokes.

Like a woman named Lucky Fortune who has lived her whole life plagued by one mishap and misfortune after another. The catastrophes that regularly derail her life would crush a normal person, but Lucky is stubbornly resilient.

The single constant in her life is the rustic, old ski lodge her grandparents built in a small, picturesque Colorado town. And now it belongs to her.

Lucky refuses to let her unending run of bad luck ruin the opportunity to build on her grandparents’ dream and carve out one of her own.

But forces greater than chance are out to sabotage her new life. They’re after the lodge, the land, and they want Lucky out of the way by any means necessary. Danger lurks closer than Lucky knows.

Fortunately, she’s found herself lucky in love for the first time ever, thanks to the secretive drifter she picked up and brought home on a whim. By day he plays the role of the worst handyman in existence. But when the stakes are raised, and Lucky’s life is on the line, he’ll move mountains to keep her and her legacy out of the wrong hands.

 

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REVIEW:

Ms. Fortune by Jay Crownover is a captivating small-town romance that blends sizzling chemistry, heartfelt emotion, and a bit of mystery! This slow-burn, secret-crush story follows Lucky, a fiercely independent woman whose life has been anything but lucky, and Risky, the enigmatic handyman with a hidden identity. Their chemistry is electric, and the witty banter between them is both sharp and endearing, making their connection impossible to ignore. Crownover masterfully builds the tension, delivering a steamy small-town romance with a touch of mystery and a whole lot of heart.

Lucky’s resilience and Risky’s mysterious charm make them a couple you can’t help but root for. The twisting, turning mystery plot keeps you guessing, adding a layer of intrigue to this already compelling romance. Crownover’s storytelling is exceptional, weaving together passion, humor, and heart in a way that feels authentic and unforgettable. Ms. Fortune by Jay Crownover gets five smooches from me!

~Danielle Palumbo

 


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RELEASE BLITZ WITH EXCERPT: If You Love Me by Helena Hunting

IF YOU LOVE ME, a new second-chance, workplace hockey romance from New York Times Bestselling Author, Helena Hunting, is out now!

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For her—I want to break all the rules…

 

 

Two nights with her ruined me for all other women, but I never got the chance to make her mine.

I’m the pinnacle of control. I protect the net, my team, and my daughter.

It’s my final season and I can’t afford any distractions.

Except our new assistant coach just walked in.

And I would know her face anywhere.

She’s the one I dream about.

That weekend, I was just a man—not the legend, the dad, the mentor.

I didn’t care that I was a decade older.

For the first time in my life, I was ready to risk everything if it meant having her.

Until I woke up to an empty bed and no note.

Three years of wishing I knew how to find her, now she’s my new boss.

I can be patient.

But for her—I want to break all the rules.

 

 

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“…an emotional, swoon-worthy hockey romance…” ~Danielle, Red Cheeks Reads

 

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EXCERPT:

Chapter 1

ROMAN

“No fuckin’ way.”

Standing at the front of the room, looking like a damn vision, is the woman of my dreams. Quite literally, she’s been the star of them for the past three-plus years. At least once a month I wake up with a massive hard-on, the wisps of yet another dream featuring her slow to fade. I love those nights as much as I loathe them. They’re a reminder of what I had, briefly, and lost.

“Alexandria Forrester comes to us from the Ontario League…”

Coach Vander Zee keeps talking, but I don’t hear any of it, because I’m too busy staring at the siren of a woman next to him and the GM, trying to figure out what the hell is going on.

And now I have a last name to go with the one I groaned and whispered like a prayer.

Alexandria Forrester.

Lexi.

It was hands down the best forty-eight hours of my life. Most of it was spent naked.

And now here she is. In three dimensions. Real and tangible and more beautiful than she was the last time I saw her.

I tune back in as Vander Zee says, “She’ll be joining the Terror as our new assistant coach.”

My entire world inverts. Because the woman of my dreams—the one who disappeared without so much as a goodbye note—just became my fucking boss.

 

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About Helena Hunting: 

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New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of PUCKED, Helena Hunting lives on the outskirts of Toronto with her incredibly tolerant family and two moderately intolerant cats. She writes contemporary romance ranging from new adult angst to romantic sports comedy.

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REVIEW: If You Love Me by Helena Hunting

 

5 SMOOCHES!

   

 

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SYNOPSIS:

Two nights with her ruined me for all other women, but I never got the chance to make her mine.

I’m the pinnacle of control. I protect the net, my team, and my daughter.

It’s my final season and I can’t afford any distractions.

Except our new assistant coach just walked in.

And I would know her face anywhere.

She’s the one I dream about.

That weekend, I was just a man—not the legend, the dad, the mentor.

I didn’t care that I was a decade older.

For the first time in my life, I was ready to risk everything if it meant having her.

Until I woke up to an empty bed and no note.

Three years of wishing I knew how to find her, now she’s my new boss.

I can be patient.

But for her—I want to break all the rules.

 

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REVIEW:

If You Love Me by Helena Hunting is an emotional, swoon-worthy hockey romance that stole my heart! This slow-burn, forbidden love story pairs Roman, the utterly charming and devoted single-father NHL goalie, with Lexi, the trailblazing first female assistant coach in the league. Their chemistry is electric, and the witty banter between makes their connection impossible to resist. Hunting masterfully builds the tension, blending steamy moments with deeply emotional layers as Roman and Lexi navigate the challenges of their forbidden relationship.

Roman’s dedication to his daughter and his vulnerability make him a hero to root for, while Lexi’s strength and determination as she breaks barriers in a male-dominated field are inspiring. The emotional depth of their journey—tackling themes of love, loss, and second chances—adds a richness to their story that will keep you hooked. Hunting’s storytelling is impeccable, weaving together passion, humor, and heart in a way that feels authentic and unforgettable. I listened to the audiobook and it was fantastic. Narrated in duet by Stephen Dexter and Stella Bloom, who both delivered exceptional performances. If You Love Me by Helena Hunting gets five smooches from me!

~Danielle Palumbo

 

 


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EXCERPT REVEAL: Ms. Fortune by Jay Crownover

MS. FORTUNE, an all-new secret crush, hidden identity, small-town romance from New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author, Jay Crownover, is coming March 17th!

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He’ll move mountains to keep her and her legacy out of the wrong hands…

 

 

Sometimes the universe has jokes.

Like a woman named Lucky Fortune who has lived her whole life plagued by one mishap and misfortune after another. The catastrophes that regularly derail her life would crush a normal person, but Lucky is stubbornly resilient.

The single constant in her life is the rustic, old ski lodge her grandparents built in a small, picturesque Colorado town. And now it belongs to her.

Lucky refuses to let her unending run of bad luck ruin the opportunity to build on her grandparents’ dream and carve out one of her own.

But forces greater than chance are out to sabotage her new life. They’re after the lodge, the land, and they want Lucky out of the way by any means necessary. Danger lurks closer than Lucky knows.

Fortunately, she’s found herself lucky in love for the first time ever, thanks to the secretive drifter she picked up and brought home on a whim. By day he plays the role of the worst handyman in existence. But when the stakes are raised, and Lucky’s life is on the line, he’ll move mountains to keep her and her legacy out of the wrong hands.

 

 

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EXCERPT:

 

“Why didn’t you come home when you finished college if the lodge was so important to you?”

I dropped my hand and let my forehead hit the window. The glass was cool, but it did nothing to temper the fiery anger still surging through my blood from dealing with the sheriff.

“I ran into a bit of bad—”

“Luck.”

I blinked in surprise when Risky finished my sentence for me. I saw him smirk out of the corner of my eye.

“I’ve noticed that’s your default explanation for everything that goes wrong. Big or small. It’s nothing more than luck. Somehow, the power going out and someone taking a shot at you are equally unlucky.” He turned his head slightly to give me a pensive look. “I think your perception might be off.”

I laughed for real this time and held up my hand and started ticking things off on my fingers. “I was born to parents who act like they’re on perpetual spring break. The first time my grandpa tried to teach me to ride a bike, I broke my arm. On my first day of school, I got attacked by a loose dog and ended up needing twenty stitches. The first time I went camping, I fell into a patch of poison oak and nearly died from an allergic reaction. I got lost in a blizzard when I was ten and had the state’s search and rescue teams out looking for me. I thought it would be fun to join a sport in middle school. I played one game of soccer and left the game with a broken nose. I got this truck for my birthday when I was sixteen. Thank God my granddad knew I needed a tank because the first time I drove it without him supervising from the passenger seat, I ended up in a multi-car pileup on the pass. And don’t get me started on my love life.” Because that was where things had really turned into a train wreck. The situation with Baker had been enough to turn me off of dating for the rest of my life.

“But I want to ask about your love life. I’m curious if there’s anyone you can think of who might want to take a shot at you.”

I frowned and shifted on the hard seat uncomfortably. “You don’t think it was a wayward hunter?”

He gave me a look that indicated I shouldn’t ask dumb questions that I already knew the answer to.

“I only have one ex capable of hurting someone. But his target was never me. It was himself.” I shuddered as memories of the bloody night broke free from the chains I’d kept wrapped around them. “He’s no longer a threat to anyone. He died.”

 

 

 


About Jay Crownover:

Jay Crownover is the international and multiple New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the Marked Men Series, The Saints of Denver Series, The Point Series, Breaking Point Series, and the Getaway Series. Her books can be found translated in many different languages all around the world. She is a tattooed, crazy haired Colorado native who lives at the base of the Rockies with her awesome dogs. This is where she can frequently be found enjoying a cold beer and Taco Tuesdays. Jay is a self-declared music snob and outspoken book lover who is always looking for her next adventure, between the pages and on the road.

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RELEASE BLITZ: Merit by Devney Perry

MERIT, an emotional enemies-to-lovers, college football romance from Wall Street Journal and USA Today Bestselling Author, Devney Perry, is out now!

 

 

The world loves Maverick Houston. Me? I hate that he made me love him too…

 

 

The world loves Maverick Houston. Me? I’ve hated him since we were ten.

It’s not exactly easy to escape your childhood nemesis when your parents are best friends who live on the same block. Through countless vacations, parties and holidays, Maverick and I have spent the past decade trading insults.

Until that family dinner when his mother tells us she’s dying. When she asks us to forget the past and start fresh. That’s how I found myself on a date with the Treasure State Wildcats football star. The campus playboy. The boy I kissed when I was three. The man who is the bane of my existence.

He’s arrogant. He’s blunt. He’s too handsome for his own good. But if he has a single, redeeming merit, the guy sure does love his mom. And that’s why I started fake dating Maverick Houston. That’s why I made him a proposition of my own. That’s how this sham of a relationship ruined my life.

The world loves Maverick Houston. Me? I hate that he made me love him too.

 

 

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About Devney Perry:

Devney Perry is a Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author of over forty romance novels. After working in the technology industry for a decade, she abandoned conference calls and project schedules to pursue her passion for writing. She was born and raised in Montana and now lives in Washington with her husband and two sons.

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REVIEW: Merit by Devney Perry

 

5 SMOOCHES!

 

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SYNOPSIS:

 

The world loves Maverick Houston. Me? I’ve hated him since we were ten.

It’s not exactly easy to escape your childhood nemesis when your parents are best friends who live on the same block. Through countless vacations, parties and holidays, Maverick and I have spent the past decade trading insults.

Until that family dinner when his mother tells us she’s dying. When she asks us to forget the past and start fresh. That’s how I found myself on a date with the Treasure State Wildcats football star. The campus playboy. The boy I kissed when I was three. The man who is the bane of my existence.

He’s arrogant. He’s blunt. He’s too handsome for his own good. But if he has a single, redeeming merit, the guy sure does love his mom. And that’s why I started fake dating Maverick Houston. That’s why I made him a proposition of my own. That’s how this sham of a relationship ruined my life.

The world loves Maverick Houston. Me? I hate that he made me love him too.

 

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REVIEW:

 

 Merit by Devney Perry is an intensely emotional sports romance that delivers all the feels! This slowly burning, enemies-to-lovers story follows Maverick, the brooding college football star, and Stevie, his fiery childhood friend turned enemy, as they navigate a fake relationship that quickly turns into something achingly real. Their chemistry is electric, and the witty banter between them is both sharp and hilarious, making their journey from animosity to affection utterly captivating.

Perry masterfully builds the tension, blending steamy moments with deeply emotional layers as Maverick and Stevie confront their shared past and personal struggles. Maverick’s vulnerability and Stevie’s resilience make them a couple you can’t help but root for. The small-town setting adds charm and depth to their story, while the college football backdrop brings an exciting energy. Perry’s storytelling is exceptional, weaving together passion, humor, and heart in a way that feels authentic and unforgettable. I listened to the audiobook, and the performances delivered by Megan Wicks and Robert Hatchet were outstanding. Their natural chemistry brought these characters to life in my ear buds. Merit by Devney Perry gets 5 smooches from me!

~Danielle Palumbo

 


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