� Brother's Best Friend � Teammate's Sister � Reverse Grumpy/Sunshine � Football � Small College Town � Interconnected Standalone
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Br� Brother's Best Friend � Teammate's Sister � Reverse Grumpy/Sunshine � Football � Small College Town � Interconnected Standalone
Star: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.25
Brooke O’Brien delivers a swoony, angsty, and heartfelt sports romance in The Hearts We Fumble, a story packed with hometown nostalgia, forbidden love, and secrets that threaten to unravel everything. Set under the Friday night lights of a small football-obsessed town, this novel beautifully balances the heat of first love with the weight of unresolved history.
Zane Kinnick is the town’s golden boy—football star, future NFL pick, and hometown hero. But behind the fame and expectations is a young man burdened by pressure and haunted by choices he’s made. And at the centre of those choices is the girl he’s always wanted but never let himself have.
She’s the girl next door. His best mate’s sister. And the one-line Zane swore he’d never cross. But that boundary crumbled one unforgettable night, only to be followed by heartbreak and silence. Now, with the stakes higher than ever, Zane can no longer keep pretending he doesn’t want her—and she’s no longer content to be a bystander in his story.
Brooke O’Brien masterfully captures the emotional push-and-pull between Zane and Wyatt, layering their slow-burn connection with longing, tension, and a touch of danger. The chemistry between them is undeniable, but what makes the romance shine is the depth of their bond—years of friendship, quiet yearning, and love denied.
What adds to the story’s edge is the central rivalry that goes beyond the football field. A simmering conflict with Zane’s longtime rival adds suspense and emotional weight, creating a subplot that keeps the pages turning. The secrets buried beneath the surface—about loyalty, betrayal, and family—eventually explode, leading to a climax that is both gut-wrenching and satisfying.
Brooke O’Brien’s writing is sharp and emotionally resonant, with just the right blend of heartache and hope. The small-town setting adds warmth and charm, and the sports backdrop provides tension and drama without overshadowing the romance. Fans of brother’s-best-friend and second-chance tropes will be hooked from the first page.
The Hearts We Fumble is a powerful story about fighting for love when everything—including the past—tries to get in the way. It’s tender, sexy, and full of emotional depth. An absolute touchdown of a romance. ...more
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L.B. Dunbar brings the heat—and the heart—with Catch the Kiss, the second book in her Chicago Anchors series. This sports romance is packed with swoony moments, laugh-out-loud lines, and just the right amount of emotional chaos to keep you hooked from first pitch to final page.
Bolan Adler is the bad boy of baseball, a professional catcher, and a single dad whose reputation needs a bit of a polish. Enter Ruthie - newly promoted to agent status at a sports management agency that seems to have its own dramatic flair, including a PR report that suggests Bolan needs a wife. The catch? Bolan’s decided that she’s it. Which would be less complicated if they hadn’t shared a one-time kiss years ago� and a two-time tryst more recently.
As she’s suddenly juggling a fake marriage arrangement, a reluctant promotion, and the irresistible charm of Bolan’s sixteen-month-old daughter, things get messy fast. But it’s the kind of mess you can’t look away from—especially when real emotions start creeping into what was supposed to be all for show. Bolan wants more—a real marriage, real love, and maybe even another baby—and the heroine finds herself wondering if she’s about to strike out in the biggest game of all: love.
The chemistry between the leads is magnetic, and the pacing keeps the story moving at a satisfying clip. Bolan is a dreamy mix of cocky and caring, and his daughter adds genuine heart to every scene she’s in. While some tropes feel familiar, L.B. Dunbar delivers them with warmth and originality, making it easy to get swept up in the romance.
If you’re a fan of fake relationships that turn all too real, single dad stories, or simply love a sports romance that brings the emotional stakes along with the steam, Catch the Kiss is a solid win. A home run for Dunbar and a lovely addition to the series. ...more
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