Nailed at Home Plate

I just finished reading this book that I really wanted to enjoy.

As a big fan of the Philadelphia Phillies and someone who has recently become interested in the Savannah Bananas, I thought this story would be right up my alley.

However, it did not hold my interest as much as I had hoped.

The book features a cute story about a grumpy guy and a girl who seem to dislike each other at first. They have a night out that includes dancing, and from that moment on, their love story begins.

While I appreciate the idea of a classic enemies-to-lovers plot, I found that it did not fully engage me.

One thing I liked was that the author plans to change the names of the players in the story.
The original names felt too close to real Phillies players, which made it a bit uncomfortable for me. I think changing the names will help readers connect with the story without feeling distracted.

However, there were aspects of the main female character (FMC) that I found off-putting. She kept talking about her crush on the main male character (MMC) in a way that felt cringy and child-like.
It was clear that she liked him and was surprised that he was attracted to her, but this repeated emphasis began to feel excessive.

As a reader, I wanted more depth in her character rather than just a focus on her infatuation.

On the positive side, the book did contain some good spicy scenes that added excitement to the story. These moments kept me interested and provided a nice contrast to the more mundane parts of the plot.

However, despite these enjoyable scenes, the overall story fell a little flat for me.

While the book had potential with its cute storyline and some engaging moments, it ultimately did not keep my interest.


As a fan of both the Phillies and the Savannah Bananas, I hoped for a more captivating read. Even though there were some enjoyable parts, the story did not live up to my expectations, leaving me feeling disappointed.