From Emma Hart, the New York Times bestselling author of the
Game series, comes a brand new series where the game is realer, the tension is
tighter, the sex is hotter, and the stakes are the highest of all…
Two people. Two agendas. Two games.
What happens when the out-there It-Boy of football meets the
secret It-Girl of fashion?
As the daughter of Hollywood’s sweetheart, Leah Veronica
can’t even buy a coffee without finding her face on a magazine stand, so it’s
no wonder she’s launching her first fashion line in secret. With it debuting at
New York Fashion Week in just under a month, extra time in the spotlight is the
last thing she needs.
The son of the best quarterback the league has ever seen,
filling legendary shoes as the L.A. Vipers’ quarterback was inevitable for
Corey Jackson. So was meeting Leah Veronica—the first girl to hand him his ass
without putting a hair out of place.
Getting the handsome, prickly blonde into his bed becomes
his number one goal. But getting the sexy, over-confident footballer the hell
away from her becomes Leah’s—at least until she realizes the best way to do
that is to give him what he wants.
If only it was that simple.
When Corey discovers who she is, and private photos of
Hollywood’s finest find their way online, everything they thought they knew is
thrown into disarray.
And when secrets are exposed and hearts are shattered, they
have to figure out if they’ve been blindsided by love or reality, and if it’s
worth running the extra yard to win the game they never meant to play.
AMAZON
Corey Jackson is the head quarterback for the Vipers. He's known as one of the biggest Hollywood playboys which is exactly why when he approaches Grace Veronica's daughter out at a bar one night, she's not interested. She knows of his reputation, and she's not going to fall for his smooth words and wicked charm. But he's not easily swayed. He's used to getting what he wants, and he wants Leah beneath him.
The chemistry between Leah and Corey was HOT!! They could be amazing together, between the sexual tension that emanates from both of them and the back and forth sarcastic banter, they make for one of my favorite couples. Corey is as cocky as they come, but Leah knocks him down a few feet, not taking any of his crap. But what once started as a game turns into more before either of the realizes it. He starts breaking down Leah's walls while she slowly works her way underneath his skin. There is one condition...he only has a week to prove himself to her.
"You're rubbing off on me, you know? One day I'll walk past a mirror and be like 'Damn, I'm hot.' Then I'll need to punch myself in the face with a brick because I'll be a female Corey Jackson."
It wasn't just Corey and Leah that I loved. All of the supporting characters were great as well. From Leah's great-Aunt Ada and Leah's best friends to Corey's teammates, they all added to the story. You'll be laughing at numerous parts of the story, but don't be fooled. You'll also be holding a hand to your heart at the sweet tender moments as well. Emma Hart did a fantastic job at being us a kick-ass heroine that knows how to hold her own and reigniting my love for sexy football players.
5 start read for sure and I 100% recommend this book!
Review by Tatia
Leah Veronica - known for being the grace Veronica's daughter, she's not looking to make it because her mother is famous. She wants to be known because she's good at what she does, which is why no one knows she is the one behind the up and coming clothing line, Lea V. Not only is she an aspiring designer, but she's also a die hard Vipers football fan. She knows more about the sport than most men, probably more than most of the coaches and players.
Corey Jackson is the head quarterback for the Vipers. He's known as one of the biggest Hollywood playboys which is exactly why when he approaches Grace Veronica's daughter out at a bar one night, she's not interested. She knows of his reputation, and she's not going to fall for his smooth words and wicked charm. But he's not easily swayed. He's used to getting what he wants, and he wants Leah beneath him.
The chemistry between Leah and Corey was HOT!! They could be amazing together, between the sexual tension that emanates from both of them and the back and forth sarcastic banter, they make for one of my favorite couples. Corey is as cocky as they come, but Leah knocks him down a few feet, not taking any of his crap. But what once started as a game turns into more before either of the realizes it. He starts breaking down Leah's walls while she slowly works her way underneath his skin. There is one condition...he only has a week to prove himself to her.
"You're rubbing off on me, you know? One day I'll walk past a mirror and be like 'Damn, I'm hot.' Then I'll need to punch myself in the face with a brick because I'll be a female Corey Jackson."
It wasn't just Corey and Leah that I loved. All of the supporting characters were great as well. From Leah's great-Aunt Ada and Leah's best friends to Corey's teammates, they all added to the story. You'll be laughing at numerous parts of the story, but don't be fooled. You'll also be holding a hand to your heart at the sweet tender moments as well. Emma Hart did a fantastic job at being us a kick-ass heroine that knows how to hold her own and reigniting my love for sexy football players.
4 Stars
Review by Amy
“It’s a rush of adrenaline, a boost, and I
hope to f*%k that this feeling never gets old”. This book was a fantastic ride
from start to finish! I LOVED LOVED LOVED Corey & Leah and their crazy
dynamic. The fact that it was set in my home town made it even sweeter. Emma’s
style is so easy to fall in love with and very easy to devour in one sitting!
Corey freak’n Jackson…SWOON all over that
hot piece of football star ass! He’s sexy & sassy and will melt any girl’s
heart. I just love that he has set his sights on Leah. She’s smart and classy
with a touch of sass that has him coming back for more and more. The way those
two banter back and forth is as comical as it is HOT! The chemistry between
them had me turning pages so fast I was getting a kindle burn on my finger from
swiping!! Good lord Emma knows how to write a steamy scene that had me
sweating.
This book was a fantastic start to what I
know will be an amazing series. I am grateful for the opportunity to have read
this book and gotten to know Corey & Leah. Blindsided was a fun and
exciting read and I was captivated from the first page. I am a fan of Emma
Hart’s and this book had me falling for her even harder.
Review by Cristina
Leah Veronica, daughter of a Hollywood sweetheart launching her first fashion line in secret and Corey Jackson, quarterback for the L.A. Vipers following in his father’s footsteps are two characters determined to go after what they want. One seeking a private life with a career goal who wants to get her name out there on her own while the other is seeking to hook up with the woman who is not easily swayed.
I was hoping for a little more surprise factor to the story but the 3 stars reads kept me hooked with the intense back and forth between the characters. There were moments where I had no words. This is a great hot romance read in the celebrity world!
3 Stars
EXCERPT
“My feet are killing me,” I groan, leaning against the bar. “This is why I don’t wear heels!”
“Nah, you’re fine. You just need another drink.” Ryann raps her knuckles against the top of the bar and flicks her hair. The bartender shoots down to us like a baby after candy. “Three tequila shots please.”
“Aw, shit,” Macey mutters. “Not tequila. Anything but the devil drink! That should only be drunk in the safety of my apartment.”
I hold the tiny glass in front of my face. “It’ll stop my feet hurting. I don’t give a shit.”
“I’ll remind you that you said that when you call me tomorrow with a hangover.”
“I promise I’ll drink some water before I go to bed. My mom will kill me if I’m hungover tomorrow.” I bring the glass to my lips and tip it back. “Holy shit.” The tequila lights a fiery trail from my throat to my stomach. “Another.”
Ryann smirks and throws my words back at me. “Your mom will kill you if you have a hangover tomorrow.” Ryann smirks and throws my words back at me.
“Fuck off.” I click my tongue. “It’s my birthday, which, by the way, I’ve spent working and watching my half-assed football team almost throw a game. If I say another tequila, I want another tequila.”
“Okay.” Ryann shrugs, waving the bartender over again. “Three more, and three margaritas.”
He nods and fixes the drinks. A few minutes later, they appear in front of us, and I grab my purse.
“This is my round.”
“Hell no!” Macey cries. “It’s illegal to buy your own drinks on your birthday.”
“But—”
“She’s right,” a smooth voice with a hint of a Texas accent says from behind me. “At least it is in Texas.”
I spin on my seat and look into the devastatingly blue-green eyes of Corey Jackson. The very same man my seventy-five-year-old great-aunt was ogling on the TV earlier. And, okay. I get it. I totally get it. His dark hair curls over his ears, and his bright eyes are sparkling with the same smile that’s twitching at his lips. And he has that jaw—you know, the kind of jaw that makes you want to rub your fingers over it repeatedly? Yeah, that jaw.
He’s hot. The, er, tequila said so.
Smart, that tequila.
“Is that right?” I reply.
“Sure is.” The twitch of his lips morphs into a slow, sexy smile.
“I hate to remind you, but this is California.”
“Oh, I know exactly where we are. Where else am I going to be lucky enough to buy a drink for a girl like you?”
“Are you hitting on me?”
He rests his elbow on the bar in front of me and hands the bartender forty dollars between his fingers. “Does it sound like I am?”
“Is it supposed to? Because I’m sure Corey Jackson, L.A. Vipers golden boy, can find a thousand girls like me just by turning around.” I nod my head over his shoulder. “Oh, look. I just found you a bunch of them.”
Seriously, half the girls in this bar are in fan-girl mode. Or panty-dropping mode. I think they’re synonymous where he’s concerned.
He takes his change from the bartender, his smirk turning cocky. “Finally, a girl who recognizes me for more than what is under my shirt. Is this my lucky night?”
“If this is a lucky night, clearly California isn’t doing much for you.” I throw the tequila shot back.
By day, New York Times and USA Today bestselling New Adult author Emma Hart dons a cape and calls herself Super Mum to two beautiful little monsters. By night, she drops the cape, pours a glass of whatever she fancies - usually wine - and writes books.Emma is working on Top Secret projects she will share with her followers and fans at every available opportunity. Naturally, all Top Secret projects involve a dashingly hot guy who likes to forget to wear a shirt, a sprinkling (or several) of hold-onto-your-panties hot scenes, and a whole lotta love.
She likes to be busy - unless busy involves doing the dishes, but that seems to be when all the ideas come to life.
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