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Jaci Burton's Play by Play series continues in Changing The Game, the second novel in the very hot and very seductive.
I truly liked how this narrative unfolded.
It begins hot and heavy as Gavin and Liz begin their admittedly sexual relationship—each of them experiencing far more than they anticipated. Then it gradually evolves into something deeper as Liz and Gavin connect on multiple levels. Ms. Burton has a knack for creating strong sequences that are both sensual and raw, and the sexual heat and playfulness in this book are definitely worth the read.
It's a pleasure to meet Gavin's family and friends. I appreciate how they all offer counsel, support, and the proverbial swat in the backside when necessary. Gavin and Mick maybe star on the field, but to their family and friends, they are just Gavin and Mick. It's heartbreaking to see Mick continuously abuse Liz, and all you can do is watch while she apologizes and begs forgiveness. You really want to hit him in the face. Several times and forcefully. I appreciate Tara and Nathan's ability to forgive and rejoice for Gavin and Liz.
We get to know Liz better as the story continues, and her background reveals a lot about her attitude and behaviors. Growing up wasn't easy for her, and it left an unforgettable impression on her. She and Gavin's relationship has its ups and downs, and the story's primary conflict adds to the wonderful tension. We all have the power to hurt those we love the most in any relationship, and Ms. Burton doesn't sugarcoat or pull any punches in this.
As the game nears its conclusion, we wait on pins and needles with the rest of the Rileys to see if the home team will win or lose this crucial game. One scene, in particular, had me in tears when someone speaks out of turn and says the worst thing they can to someone they care about. However, sometimes you have to lose everything in order to see what you truly want out of life.
It was entertaining to watch the sparks fly between Gavin and Liz. This wasn't one of those stories where there's a lot of drama and a lot of things happen at the same time that the main pair falls in love. No, this was a simple romance in which the tale rested on the reader relating with the characters, and it worked well for me. I wanted to read a baseball romance after being utterly captivated with the World Series and my Dodgers' spectacular season, and this book met the bill perfectly.
Gavin was a typical younger brother. He does not want to live in his brother's shadow but rather wants to shine on his own. I had a great time getting to know him and watching him connect with Liz. I really appreciated observing his relationship with his family. The Rileys were family goals, and it was great to see them again. Don't get me wrong, there were times when I wanted to strangle him for being such a jerk, but he gets it right in the end, Liz's love for him was strong, and I was glad he was able to put things right with her before it was too late.
Liz was a strong heroine, and I enjoyed getting to know her. She was sorry for her behavior in the incident with Mick and his family, and I appreciated that she had learned her lesson and wanted to make things right for everyone involved. She was a mature adult who handled everything that came her way in the same manner that I hoped I would, and I simply admired the crap out of her after all was said and done. She was a good person on the inside and out, and she worked hard and loved deeply. I was overjoyed when she finally received her happy ending because I genuinely believed she deserved it.
Overall, a wonderful story with enough romance, sexy males, hot sensual kissing, and humor to keep you turning the pages till the very end.
Changing the Game was a sassy sports romance with an even sassier leading guy.
Jaci Burton's Play by Play series continues in Changing The Game, the second novel in the very hot and very seductive.
I truly liked how this narrative unfolded.
It begins hot and heavy as Gavin and Liz begin their admittedly sexual relationship—each of them experiencing far more than they anticipated. Then it gradually evolves into something deeper as Liz and Gavin connect on multiple levels. Ms. Burton has a knack for creating strong sequences that are both sensual and raw, and the sexual heat and playfulness in this book are definitely worth the read.
It's a pleasure to meet Gavin's family and friends. I appreciate how they all offer counsel, support, and the proverbial swat in the backside when necessary. Gavin and Mick maybe star on the field, but to their family and friends, they are just Gavin and Mick. It's heartbreaking to see Mick continuously abuse Liz, and all you can do is watch while she apologizes and begs forgiveness. You really want to hit him in the face. Several times and forcefully. I appreciate Tara and Nathan's ability to forgive and rejoice for Gavin and Liz.
We get to know Liz better as the story continues, and her background reveals a lot about her attitude and behaviors. Growing up wasn't easy for her, and it left an unforgettable impression on her. She and Gavin's relationship has its ups and downs, and the story's primary conflict adds to the wonderful tension. We all have the power to hurt those we love the most in any relationship, and Ms. Burton doesn't sugarcoat or pull any punches in this.
As the game nears its conclusion, we wait on pins and needles with the rest of the Rileys to see if the home team will win or lose this crucial game. One scene, in particular, had me in tears when someone speaks out of turn and says the worst thing they can to someone they care about. However, sometimes you have to lose everything in order to see what you truly want out of life.
It was entertaining to watch the sparks fly between Gavin and Liz. This wasn't one of those stories where there's a lot of drama and a lot of things happen at the same time that the main pair falls in love. No, this was a simple romance in which the tale rested on the reader relating with the characters, and it worked well for me. I wanted to read a baseball romance after being utterly captivated with the World Series and my Dodgers' spectacular season, and this book met the bill perfectly.
Gavin was a typical younger brother. He does not want to live in his brother's shadow but rather wants to shine on his own. I had a great time getting to know him and watching him connect with Liz. I really appreciated observing his relationship with his family. The Rileys were family goals, and it was great to see them again. Don't get me wrong, there were times when I wanted to strangle him for being such a jerk, but he gets it right in the end, Liz's love for him was strong, and I was glad he was able to put things right with her before it was too late.
Liz was a strong heroine, and I enjoyed getting to know her. She was sorry for her behavior in the incident with Mick and his family, and I appreciated that she had learned her lesson and wanted to make things right for everyone involved. She was a mature adult who handled everything that came her way in the same manner that I hoped I would, and I simply admired the crap out of her after all was said and done. She was a good person on the inside and out, and she worked hard and loved deeply. I was overjoyed when she finally received her happy ending because I genuinely believed she deserved it.
Overall, a wonderful story with enough romance, sexy males, hot sensual kissing, and humor to keep you turning the pages till the very end.
Changing the Game was a sassy sports romance with an even sassier leading guy.