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Baseball may be the only place in life where a sacrifice is really appreciated, but catcher Tag Gentry never expected Skye Schuyler to risk everything for him. A reporter's lies have ruined Skye's reputation, yet she refuses to reveal the truth about Tag's career-ending injuries. She loves him too much to betray his secret. The best thing she can do for him is leave the game. Easier said than done. Tag didn't earn his Gold Glove by letting pitchers shake him off, and the now-elusive Skye is no different. Except someone is out to destroy her and the only way to stop them is to expose his vulnerabilities to the world. But will his confession come too late? (Originally published as MASK OF THE QUEEN)

A captivating tale of duty, honor, love - and baseballSam Cloud-Carson knows great loss. He lost his family and then his freedom when he was blackmailed into working as a tracker for a private military company in the rugged mountains of Afghanistan.Conniving CEO Drake Dixon didn't make it easy, but standout pitcher Sam finally has a fresh start on the ballfields of Nicaragua, where his quest for baseball stardom is just beginning. Sam's natural talent and innate kindness bring attention from scouts - and from a troubled woman who faces her own demons.He's ready to make his mark on and off the field when his arch-enemy resurfaces and threatens to crush his chance at redemption. Can Sam keep Drake Dixon at bay and his Big League dreams alive?

CAGETengo a los cazatalentos de la Liga Nacional de Fútbol Americano observando cada uno de mis movimientos. Lo último en lo que debería estar pensando es en Quinton Toro, mi inteligente, torpe y sexy tutor, y los sentimientos calientes que genera en mí. Puedo fantasear con él por la noche, pero he trabajado muy duro durante mucho tiempo... y no puedo echarlo a perder ahora. Pero, si tuviera que elegir entre él o una carrera en la NFL, ¿qué elegiría? La respuesta debería ser obvia, ¿verdad? Entonces, ¿por qué no puedo dejar de pensar en la forma en que me mira? Creo que estoy en problemas. QUINTONEl problema de enamorarse por primera vez es que te hace creer en cosas imposibles, como que tienes una posibilidad con un hermoso mariscal de campo que no solo está enfocado en ser un jugador profesional, sino que, además, tiene novia. Él insiste en que pasemos tiempo juntos. Eso significa que le gusto, ¿o no? ¿Por qué no logro entender qué es lo que está pasando? Además, ¿cómo se sentirá cuando se entere de los problemas que implica salir conmigo? Mi única esperanza es que encontremos una manera de estar juntos. Pero ¿podrá el amor sobreponerse a todo lo demás? Nota: Este libro es parte de la colección Amor es Amor, del mismo autor, y está disponible como un romance entre dos hombres en Serios problemas, como un romance heterosexual picante en Mi tutora y como un romance heterosexual tierno en Enamorándome de mi tutora.

Two players. One apartment. A whole new game.Serial dater Finn Palmer has it down to a science: dinner, drinks, the this-is-just-sex conversation, and he's back in his own bed by midnight. With his infectious smile and preference for one-night flings, he's exactly the distraction Jenna Carling needs when she returns home for her sister's dreaded wedding.So when Jenna shows up on his doorstep looking for a hot do-over of their failed one-night stand from a year ago, she's shocked that Finn offers her something entirely different: his spare bedroom for the summer.Finn's self-prescribed singledom means two things: he is woefully cuddle-starved, and he will never, ever sleep with a woman he's interested in. He knows there's something different about Jenna. She's charming, warm, lets him wax poetic about his favorite documentaries... And there's no way he can sleep with her without catching serious feelings. But he can definitely keep her around as a platonic roommate. And he can definitely get this pesky crush under control.Problem is, Jenna's now convinced she's lost her mojo. And the harder she tries to tempt Finn into more-more sex, more midnight bakery rendezvous, more... cuddling?!-the harder it is not to fantasize about a future with her. Too bad he's witnessed the destructive effects of love. And Finn would never put himself through that.He only needs to survive the summer. Soon, her evil sister's wedding will be over. Jenna will be gone. And Finn can get back to... What, exactly?The No-Judgment Zone is a steamy romantic comedy with the roommates-to-lovers, reformed player, forced proximity, sunshine/golden retriever, and wedding date tropes. This romance has a happily ever after.It's the second book in the Sunset Landing series but can be read as a standalone.

There's nothing I wouldn't do for my best friend. Like, hide the fact that I've been in love with her for years. Or agree to be her fake boyfriend when we have to return to her hometown for her exes wedding. Little does Jillian know this is what I've been waiting for. It's a dream come true. I finally get to touch her and love her in all the ways I've been dying to show her. For one weekend only, she's mine, even if she thinks it's fake. Pretending to love her is easy. I want her to be mine forever. Getting Jillian to admit it's what she wants too, is another thing. On or off the ice, I have no problems fighting dirty to get what I want. But this is one fight I might just lose.

The fifth and final book in the Football Crazy series has Justin's team - with Aiden's managerial expertise - continuing to rise through the ranks and up into the Premier League, heading towards European football.Having lost his first wife, Leah, to a brain tumour, Aiden is shocked to find that new love, Nicole, completes him in a way he didn't know existed. His family aren't all happy about his decision to marry Nicole three years after they lost Leah - but eventually give their blessing.After an accident involving the brothers on their way to a match, Justin soon recovers, but Aiden is not so lucky. Nicole's idea to spend time in peaceful Eastbourne as part of Aiden's recuperation is a great one, as they both fell in love with the seaside town on their first visit.Two years before, Aiden took Nicole to the annual tennis tournament there when he discovered her love of the sport. Heading from there onwards to Wimbledon, even Aiden is astonished by the difference. Like the tournaments, life too is completely different comparing city living to the peaceful quiet of the seaside.As Aiden contemplates his retirement, will they move from the hustle and bustle of London? The couple liked it enough to marry in Eastbourne, so why not move there also?

Justin feels like he isn't the only one with a point to prove, knowing that his brother was the best England Manager for years, if ever, and it is a waste of his talents to not be managing a team. Being one of those players who is considered beyond his playing prime days, there are many in the same boat - their clubs selling them for younger replacements, but experience and wisdom are things that cannot be bought. It is a seemingly mad idea for Justin to have his own team of older players to lead to FA Cup glory. However, he lacks the necessary management training and experience - but Aiden would be a perfect candidate, if Justin can convince him to come onboard with the idea... Would the idea work? An experienced older team to go from nowhere together to the ultimate final in British football?

I fell for the enemy.He broke me, and then put me together again. Our future? It's worth fighting for. Or it was before the accident.The accident stole Phoenix from me. Now, he's nice... kind even. But the memory of me-of our baby-is gone. Despite everything, I'm left fighting for our child and the man I've come to love.How much will I have to sacrifice to bring him back? What happens when secrets buried deep in the past burst into the present? Do we have a chance? Or is it inevitable that history repeats itself and we're forced to go our separate ways? Cruel Love is an enemies-to-lovers, fake relationship, new adult, sports romance with pregnancy, plenty of angst, heat, and a HEA. This is the conclusion of Cruel Hate, and Aspen and Phoenix's duet. This book contains mature content that some readers may find disturbing.

Two pink lines won't change the bad blood between us.I haven't always hated my brother's best friend, but Michael Oliver gets under my skin and brings out the worst in me. He knows how to push my buttons, and I relish pushing all of his. He betrayed my trust years ago, and I've made it my mission in life to aggravate him until he admits he was wrong. When his sister's wedding brings us together, Michael suggests a truce for one night. If only he weren't so handsome and smart, maybe I could resist the allure, but I've always been a little impulsive, and this man is my ultimate temptation. After years of pent-up frustration and unrequited love, I finally let down my guard, and that's all it takes for us to combust.But like all bad decisions, the morning after brings a reckoning, and I leave his hotel room swearing to never waste another moment of my time pining after him. Who needs that grumpy jerk warming her bed? Not me.I don't let myself think about that steamy night together, or how it pained me to hear about his football injury, or how much I know he wants to get drafted so he can help his family. Because I'm cutting Michael out of my life for good.Only the two little pink lines mean I can't forget him. Even if I desperately want to.* * *The Baby Blitz is a companion standalone to USA Today-bestselling author Lex Martin's sensational college football romance novels, The Varsity Dad Dilemma and Tight Ends & Tiaras. Readers will love this sensual multicultural romance featuring a scorching-hot college football player and the feisty, but slightly nerdy girl next door-the one he swore he'd never make a move on. Will Michael make the right decision if he has to choose between Maggie or fulfilling his dream of playing professional football?

A playboy, fake dating and a secret, what could go wrong? At first glance, the celebrated football star Darren and the inconspicuous Millie do not fit together in any way. They are complete opposites; she is shy and studious while he has a reputation as the college playboy.However, for his sister's wedding, Darren is forced to bring a plus one in order to appease his mother. Since Millie is the perfect fake girlfriend in his eyes - and one of the few he hasn't slept with - he decides to invite her.On their trip to Darren's family ranch in Texas, the two get to know each other better and quickly realize they have more in common than their love of football.But behind the seemingly calm facade, Millie is hiding a secret that could jeopardize more than just her connection to Darren ...

Oscar Cavanaugh f**ing terrifies me.And it has nothing to do with his ability to throw down on the ice.His cool-as-a-cucumber attitude and smoking hot body hide a keen mind that sees too much.Bad news for someone who has spent their life pretending to be a functional human being.Mia Maddren is the girl of my dreams.People say I'm laid back until I lace up my skates, but here's the thing.When I see something I want?I go for it.I want Mia. I want to know what's behind that mask she wears. To peel back the layers and find out what makes her tick.My team call me Caveman, and that's exactly who I'm going to be.Mia Maddren is mine...She just doesn't know it yet.

"Netherland: the odyssey of two brothers crossing the world in search of an African soccer prodigy who might change their fortunes. Mark, a millennial technical writer who lives in Pittsburgh with his wife, Sushila, and their toddler daughter, grew up a world apart from his much younger half-brother Geoff. Raised in the UK by the mother who deserted Mark when she divorced his dad and married a richer man, Geoff is now a fast-talking soccer agent, who pulls Mark across the ocean into a scheme to find an elusive prospect known only as "Godwin"--an African teenager Geoff believes will be the next Pele. All they have to go on is a video of Godwin; they don't even know which country it was shot in. Narrated in turns by the intellectually rigorous yet self-thwarting Mark, and Lakesha Williams, the conscientious leader of the writers' collective where he works, the novel becomes a twisty international adventure that is part heart-of-darkness and part American Main Street in the 2010s--deliciously far-flung geographically, ethically, and emotionally. Godwin immerses us in the hazy world of high-stakes soccer-recruiting and the beautiful game itself, weaving the search for Godwin together with the moving story of Mark's mixed-race family and Lakesha's surprising path into their lives."--

"James: Football is my everything. I live, eat, breathe the sport. But when I transfer to McKee University to escape the distractions that nearly cost me my future in the NFL, I'm faced with another consequence: retake and pass the writing class I failed at my last college, or lose any chance I have at making it big. That's where fellow senior Beckett Wood -- gorgeous, stubborn, and just my type -- comes in. She's the key to my success in this class... but the price of her help is a fake relationship, and I never do things halfway. Bex: I don't mess around with athletes, and at first glance, handsome, self-assured James Callahan is no exception. He wants me to help him pass the writing class we're both stuck taking, but I'm too busy to take on yet another responsibility. But when his teammate -- my cheating ex -- won't leave me alone, I realize I need to convince him I've moved on... and what better way than by pretending to be with James, who wants nothing to do with a real relationship? Yet with every fake kiss, James pulls me deeper into a place that thrills and terrifies me. Why does he make me feel alive like no one else has? And why don't I want it to end?"--

Having a pack isn't even on the radar for Dr. Piper Blake. Her focus is strictly on her surgical residency. There's no time for dating when the standards you set for yourself are sky high.Unfortunately for Piper, the captain of the New Haven Foxes has a different idea. Alexi Badnin is ready to make this his best season yet, by winning the Cup, and building his dream pack in the process.The larger-than-life Alpha is playing his own matchmaker when it comes to the stubborn Piper and the team's new broody goalie, Owen. He becomes obsessed with the three becoming a pack, and will do just about anything to make them both his.The three have to unpack insecurities, self-doubt, and secrets to make this work. Time will only tell if they can make it to the end of the hockey season in one piece, or completely shattered.This can be read as a standalone, but it's recommended to read One Pucked Up Pack first.

Dive deep into the world of professional wrestling where dreams, rivalries, and legends intertwine. "Ringside Redemption: Legacy of a Champion" follows the journey of Alex 'The Meteor' Mendez, a third-generation wrestler struggling to step out of the colossal shadows of his family legacy. As Alex confronts past ghosts, mends broken bonds, and faces the fiercest opponents in the ring, he learns that the weight of the champion's belt is not just about the victories but the sacrifices, grit, and the heart that goes behind each move.From grueling training days to the stories untold behind legendary match-ups, the book offers a raw, unfiltered look at the world of wrestling beyond the spotlight. It's not just a tale of one man's journey to greatness but an anthem for every underdog who dreams of leaving an indelible mark in their chosen field.Join Alex as he navigates the highs and lows, the triumphs and heartbreaks, and learns what it truly means to be a champion. A tale of ambition, resilience, and redemption awaits you in the squared circle.

In college, they were friends. For one night, they were lovers. Now she needs a favor, if only she can forgive him for ruining her life. Twelve years ago, would-be sportscaster Hannah LaRosa's life was forever changed when she spent one night with her friend, Callaghan Entay. Now she's finally ready to launch her career, covering all the sports news that's fit to report. And as much as she'd like to forget about her past with Callaghan Entay, he's making news that she has to cover. Callaghan Entay has made soccer his whole life, sacrificing everything to be one of the country's best goalkeepers. He has one milestone left … and then what? Like a moth to a flame, Callaghan can't stay away from his former friend. But he doesn't want to, even though he's pretty sure she's using him for his career, like everyone else in his life. Hannah's not sure she can ever trust Callaghan to stay, no matter how attentive he seems. But what if, this time, he really is a keeper?

In a world where the roar of the crowd and the thrill of the fight can be deafening, Dave has risen through the ranks, earning his title the hard way. However, the ring has more to offer than just punches and titles; it's a mirror reflecting personal demons, past mistakes, and the chance at redemption."Echoes of Victory: Shadows and Redemption" is an electrifying tale of a boxer's tumultuous journey, both inside and outside the ring. After a nail-biting victory against the formidable Danger Bull, Dave finds himself grappling not just with opponents in the ring but also with the shadows of his past and the weight of his newfound fame.But every punch Dave throws and every bruise he receives is not solely his. It's entangled with the hopes, dreams, and fears of those around him - from Mike, his wise trainer with a mysterious past, to Mina, a beacon of light in his often turbulent life.The story delves deep into the world of professional boxing, giving readers a front-row seat to the raw passion, intricate strategies, and the mental battles that a boxer endures. But more than the sport, it's a tale of personal growth, love, and finding redemption in the unlikeliest of places.Will Dave overcome the shadows that threaten to pull him under, or will he find the strength within, echoed by the victories and defeats of his past?A compelling read from start to finish, "Echoes of Victory" is a testament to the human spirit's resilience and the profound connections that bind us all. Dive into a world where every jab is a dance, every fight is a song, and every ring is a stage for life's grandest dramas.

He's supposed to catch baseballs, not feelings...Baseball catcher Tag Gentry's World Series dream is shattered along with his leg and possibly his career. The only thing that cheers him up is his daily visits from Skye Schuyler, hired by the team owner to make sure Tag is kept fed and on his diet during rehab.Skye's new job doesn't ease her financial woes, but the paycheck definitely helps, and seeing Tag has made her days a lot brighter. She knows her crush won't go anywhere, but it doesn't hurt to dream, right? With her financial situation growing more dire, a little distraction is welcome.Neither Tag nor Skye know that the team owner didn't just hire Skye for Tag... he's got his own plans for her. He's counting on her desperate need for money to put her exactly where he wants her. But he's not counting on Tag or his growing feelings for Skye.Tag's new mission: to protect Skye, even at the cost of his own future with the team. #Halloween #FriendsWithBenefits #WomanInPeril #Baseball (Previously published as MASKS OF OCTOBER)