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Striker
Sports writer Max Myers just discovered he lives next door to the hottest soccer player to hit the field. If he scores a coveted interview with the reclusive striker for the Denver Blaze, he could take himself from sports blogger to mainstream sports authority.
Riley Grayson has no interest in interviews or in outing his private life to the public. He wants to be known for the scoring he does on the field and not in the sack. But Max is a temptation he can't resist. Taking a chance, Riley and Max discover they have more in common than passion for soccer and hot sex between the sheets.
Just as they begin to trust each other outside the bedroom, Max is put in a no-win write an article about Riley exposing accusations of drug use, or risk destroying his own credibility. If he does, he'll lose Riley. If he doesn't, he'll lose everything he's worked hard to achieve.
Riley Grayson has no interest in interviews or in outing his private life to the public. He wants to be known for the scoring he does on the field and not in the sack. But Max is a temptation he can't resist. Taking a chance, Riley and Max discover they have more in common than passion for soccer and hot sex between the sheets.
Just as they begin to trust each other outside the bedroom, Max is put in a no-win write an article about Riley exposing accusations of drug use, or risk destroying his own credibility. If he does, he'll lose Riley. If he doesn't, he'll lose everything he's worked hard to achieve.
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First published January 9, 2012
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December 21, 2011
This particular book deals with an exceptionally talented and famous but low key soccer player, Riley, who ends up falling for his neighbor, Max, who just so happens to be one of the most notorious soccer reporters out there. They make a relationship work until both their careers and love are tested. Now the question is should Max give up his career by not writing a story about Riley? Or will Riley's career be ruined by Max's story?
Sports themed books hold a special place in my heart because of the simple fact sports are so testosterone laden. It always comes down to the player being in the closet for fear that he'll be shunned by his uber macho teammates and his fans. No matter what sport, they are all 'manly' in some way and these characters are always in the closet. I love seeing the turmoil the player goes through and watching him figure out whether he should stay in the closet for the love of his career or come out for the love of his partner or somehow keep both his career and his lover without too many consequences.
In this one, Riley holds enough angst for me to be satisfied with his turmoil over coming out but at the same time it wasn't too angsty which suited my mood perfectly. The added conflict of being attracted to but yet afraid to start a relationship with out and proud sports writer, Max, made this story a very great read.
I loved the characters and their dilemmas. I felt like I knew them by the end of the story. I loved the way this story was handled because we went through Riley's problems, Max's problems and then found a happy medium between the two while the story kept the realistic feel that I was looking for.
My only complaint with this book is I felt like there was a bit too much sex which, in my opinion, took away from the more advanced characterization this story could have achieved. Don't get me wrong, I loved the characterization in this book but I felt like there could have been more of it as well as more of an emphasis on seeing Riley actually competing in soccer games as opposed to just the conflict that revolved around the games.
Still, in the end, I loved the story, the characters, and the trials Riley and Max went through. Their story was sweet and hot at the same time with just a tiny bit of angst. It was a great book and I hope we get to see more of them someday.
Sports themed books hold a special place in my heart because of the simple fact sports are so testosterone laden. It always comes down to the player being in the closet for fear that he'll be shunned by his uber macho teammates and his fans. No matter what sport, they are all 'manly' in some way and these characters are always in the closet. I love seeing the turmoil the player goes through and watching him figure out whether he should stay in the closet for the love of his career or come out for the love of his partner or somehow keep both his career and his lover without too many consequences.
In this one, Riley holds enough angst for me to be satisfied with his turmoil over coming out but at the same time it wasn't too angsty which suited my mood perfectly. The added conflict of being attracted to but yet afraid to start a relationship with out and proud sports writer, Max, made this story a very great read.
I loved the characters and their dilemmas. I felt like I knew them by the end of the story. I loved the way this story was handled because we went through Riley's problems, Max's problems and then found a happy medium between the two while the story kept the realistic feel that I was looking for.
My only complaint with this book is I felt like there was a bit too much sex which, in my opinion, took away from the more advanced characterization this story could have achieved. Don't get me wrong, I loved the characterization in this book but I felt like there could have been more of it as well as more of an emphasis on seeing Riley actually competing in soccer games as opposed to just the conflict that revolved around the games.
Still, in the end, I loved the story, the characters, and the trials Riley and Max went through. Their story was sweet and hot at the same time with just a tiny bit of angst. It was a great book and I hope we get to see more of them someday.
February 28, 2026
It was whatever, the writing was a bit weird and cringey, but it was a good enough palette cleanser
September 30, 2024
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Max Myers is a sports writer with a bit of fame, and is hoping to make it big in a new city. He has a blog that is very popular, so he’s hoping that fame will take him to primetime. Moving can be a bitch, but when said bitch makes him neighbour to Riley Grayson the talent and popular Striker for the Denver Blazer. Max cannot complain because Riley is hot as hell and also getting an interview with him would pretty much make his career.
Riley Grayson is the popular soccer player, the fans love him and he is living the life. When Max moves in next door, the hiding of his sexuality comes in to play. Riley doesn’t need a reporter outing him but the flames are high when it comes to the heat between them, and Riley is willing to take a chance.
Riley and Max together is all kinds of hot. These two really burn up the pages and offer so much personality. This little story is worthy of novel praises, because it offers up some realistic angst with all that man love. I loved the whole soccer player meets sports writer, still within the same element but the contrast is super hot.
The writing is spot on; Ms Waters captures the sexy but also bring the emotions out of the pages. Though the storyline got somewhat predictable, I loved it any freaking way. I never expected it to be so awesome, and I am all kinds of happy it was. I don’t read many sports themed book, but if they are as good as this one then count me in.
SideNote- This book has one of the best ride them cowboy scenes ever. I’m surprised Max isn’t a full fledged jockey ^_~
Max Myers is a sports writer with a bit of fame, and is hoping to make it big in a new city. He has a blog that is very popular, so he’s hoping that fame will take him to primetime. Moving can be a bitch, but when said bitch makes him neighbour to Riley Grayson the talent and popular Striker for the Denver Blazer. Max cannot complain because Riley is hot as hell and also getting an interview with him would pretty much make his career.
Riley Grayson is the popular soccer player, the fans love him and he is living the life. When Max moves in next door, the hiding of his sexuality comes in to play. Riley doesn’t need a reporter outing him but the flames are high when it comes to the heat between them, and Riley is willing to take a chance.
Riley and Max together is all kinds of hot. These two really burn up the pages and offer so much personality. This little story is worthy of novel praises, because it offers up some realistic angst with all that man love. I loved the whole soccer player meets sports writer, still within the same element but the contrast is super hot.
The writing is spot on; Ms Waters captures the sexy but also bring the emotions out of the pages. Though the storyline got somewhat predictable, I loved it any freaking way. I never expected it to be so awesome, and I am all kinds of happy it was. I don’t read many sports themed book, but if they are as good as this one then count me in.
SideNote- This book has one of the best ride them cowboy scenes ever. I’m surprised Max isn’t a full fledged jockey ^_~
May 10, 2013
Good story with some initial PWP tendencies. Enjoyable, but ultimately forgettable. Bonus points for being available as an ebook from the Brooklyn Public Library.
January 28, 2012
I really enjoyed this book. Things quickly get hot between Max and Riley. You can't help but be attracted to both men. The story spans over a couple of months, so everything doesn't happen all at once. From the synopsis you pretty much know what is going to happen. But it still happens at a nice pace and the sex is really freaking HOT! A great story and I'll definitely check out more by this author.
February 9, 2012
Striker is a short but tasty morsel of man-love that I completely devoured. Hot men--especially ones in soccer shorts--are just too much for me to resist!
Riley is a professional soccer player for the fictional Denver Blaze and he's quite famous for not only his prowess on the field but also for his strictly guarded private life. It's widely known that he doesn't give interviews. So imagine his surprise when he meets and is instantly in lust with his new next door neighbor, Max, who just happens to be a pretty well-known sports blogger who just recently moved to Denver.
The two hit it off and fall into a relationship together, but a scandal breaks about Riley, and it puts their relationship in jeopardy. Each man will have decide what's more of a risk their careers or the new love they've found.
This was hot and sweet all at the same time. I loved Riley's character. But, I loved how Riley's character was with Max even more. I thought the story was interesting, especially when the "scandal" broke out. I thought it was pretty apropos for the times.
I did think that the story line was a little rushed. I would have liked to see more development between the characters' and their relationship before the conflict arose. I think it would have made the ending a bit more believable.
Overall, though, I throughly enjoyed it and look forward to reading more by this author.
Riley is a professional soccer player for the fictional Denver Blaze and he's quite famous for not only his prowess on the field but also for his strictly guarded private life. It's widely known that he doesn't give interviews. So imagine his surprise when he meets and is instantly in lust with his new next door neighbor, Max, who just happens to be a pretty well-known sports blogger who just recently moved to Denver.
The two hit it off and fall into a relationship together, but a scandal breaks about Riley, and it puts their relationship in jeopardy. Each man will have decide what's more of a risk their careers or the new love they've found.
This was hot and sweet all at the same time. I loved Riley's character. But, I loved how Riley's character was with Max even more. I thought the story was interesting, especially when the "scandal" broke out. I thought it was pretty apropos for the times.
I did think that the story line was a little rushed. I would have liked to see more development between the characters' and their relationship before the conflict arose. I think it would have made the ending a bit more believable.
Overall, though, I throughly enjoyed it and look forward to reading more by this author.
December 28, 2011
Sports writer Max Myers just discovered he lives next door to the hottest soccer player to hit the field. If he scores a coveted interview with the reclusive striker for the Denver Blaze, he could take himself from sports blogger to mainstream sports authority.
Riley Grayson has no interest in interviews or in outing his private life to the public. He wants to be known for the scoring he does on the field and not in the sack. But Max is a temptation he can't resist. Taking a chance, Riley and Max discover they have more in common than passion for soccer and hot sex between the sheets.
Just as they begin to trust each other outside the bedroom, Max is put in a no-win situation: write an article about Riley exposing accusations of drug use, or risk destroying his own credibility. If he does, he'll lose Riley. If he doesn't, he'll lose everything he's worked hard to achieve.
You could totally relate to Max and Riley, their motivations, desires and plans. Smexy scenes were nicely wrought and the conflict was believable. I would definitely pick up another KyAnn Waters book soon!
Riley Grayson has no interest in interviews or in outing his private life to the public. He wants to be known for the scoring he does on the field and not in the sack. But Max is a temptation he can't resist. Taking a chance, Riley and Max discover they have more in common than passion for soccer and hot sex between the sheets.
Just as they begin to trust each other outside the bedroom, Max is put in a no-win situation: write an article about Riley exposing accusations of drug use, or risk destroying his own credibility. If he does, he'll lose Riley. If he doesn't, he'll lose everything he's worked hard to achieve.
You could totally relate to Max and Riley, their motivations, desires and plans. Smexy scenes were nicely wrought and the conflict was believable. I would definitely pick up another KyAnn Waters book soon!
January 3, 2012
This was a good story - I loved the story line of it. I had a little trouble with the reading though. Sometimes it was a little confusing who was feeling what - It wasn't told for POV's which I'm ok with, but *shrug*
It was a great story though. I enjoyed getting to know Max and Riley. When Max moves to Denver to get a fresh start on his journalism, he learns right away that the star of Denver Blaze Soccer team lives just on the other side of his townhouse.
Since Max is a Sports writer, he is a BIG fan!
Riley is a private person. He doesn't do interviews, and he doesn't want his personal life publicized. But there is something about Max that is driving him crazy.
He doesn't do casual flings, and he defiantly knew that getting together with a popular sports writer wasn't a good idea for his private life.
But when things heat up, Riley doesn't seem to care anymore. Days turn into weeks, and things couldn't get any better... that is until Max's editor calls him and demands a story that will hurt Riley...
What's a guy to do?? It was sweet - I re-read the ending 3 times because it gave me chills. Love a great romance :)
It was a great story though. I enjoyed getting to know Max and Riley. When Max moves to Denver to get a fresh start on his journalism, he learns right away that the star of Denver Blaze Soccer team lives just on the other side of his townhouse.
Since Max is a Sports writer, he is a BIG fan!
Riley is a private person. He doesn't do interviews, and he doesn't want his personal life publicized. But there is something about Max that is driving him crazy.
He doesn't do casual flings, and he defiantly knew that getting together with a popular sports writer wasn't a good idea for his private life.
But when things heat up, Riley doesn't seem to care anymore. Days turn into weeks, and things couldn't get any better... that is until Max's editor calls him and demands a story that will hurt Riley...
What's a guy to do?? It was sweet - I re-read the ending 3 times because it gave me chills. Love a great romance :)
August 20, 2012
I'm a sucker for sports star/press stories, unfortunately, they normally are hard to come by, so when I saw Stiker I was intrigued. The same could be said for my enjoyment of soccer (to me its much more entertaining than US Football...yes, I know...don't cruicify me too much).
One of the main things that I liked about Riley was that he wanted to not be known for anything other than what he did on the field. I wish that in general, there were more sports stars like that (similar to Drew Brees...Heck, I didn't know who he was until his team won the superbowl). But my rant about our societies admiration of sports stars/movie stars is for another day. But I found Riley to be charming and down to early.
My only complaint with the book was that it was too short - I knew going in that it was only 16k words, but those 16k went really fast. I would love to see more and have their story developed into a longer-tale, or even a follow-up.
One of the main things that I liked about Riley was that he wanted to not be known for anything other than what he did on the field. I wish that in general, there were more sports stars like that (similar to Drew Brees...Heck, I didn't know who he was until his team won the superbowl). But my rant about our societies admiration of sports stars/movie stars is for another day. But I found Riley to be charming and down to early.
My only complaint with the book was that it was too short - I knew going in that it was only 16k words, but those 16k went really fast. I would love to see more and have their story developed into a longer-tale, or even a follow-up.
January 9, 2012
Kyann Waters' Striker is a fast paced novella that is sweet yet delectably steamy. A little bit of angst, two yummy protagonists and some intensely erotic sex make this sports’ themed novella a must read for fans of m/m fiction. To read my review in its entirety, please visit http://www.bookreviewsandmorebykathy....
January 18, 2012
Striker is a terrific story, I only wish it was about 50 pages longer. Riley and Max are wonderfully sweet guys and I would have loved to have seen even more of their relationship and to have seen some interaction between Max and the team.
July 11, 2012
Very short, but cute, story about an elite soccer player and a reporter/blogger who are neighbors and end up lovers. It was a sweet love story, not much happens because it's just too short. But the characters were very well drawn, I wanted to get to know them better.
January 3, 2012
short but was really fun to read.
May 15, 2019
Scored a strike with the striker
I really enjoyed reading this short story, one of those reads that suck you in( no pun intended). I couldn’t find anything wrong with the book. Great read and hope to read more like it.
I really enjoyed reading this short story, one of those reads that suck you in( no pun intended). I couldn’t find anything wrong with the book. Great read and hope to read more like it.
May 22, 2012
Main Characters:
Max is a sports blogger of some renown, on the brink of making it into the big time. He's 5'8", Swedish/Puerto Rican, newly-arrived in Denver, and out as a gay man. He purportedly doesn't mix business with pleasure, though he's quick enough to dip his toes into the company pool, even if he's not on the clock at the time. He's willing to bend the rules to make things work out, but he's not willing to completely compromise on his principles. We unfortunately never learn much more about him, but it's enough of a hint to make him a likeable character, one I wouldn't mind seeing fleshed out more.
Riley is the intensely-private MLS-champion forward of the Denver Blaze. He's gay but not out, not wanting to be defined as "the gay athlete". He tends to be a bit selfish but never annoyingly so. It's more that he has a narrower world-view than Max, and doesn't consider the same angles. Although he had moments in which I wanted to smack him, I think he came out well in the end.
Chemistry:
By the end of the second paragraph, Max is eyeballing Riley's crotch, so the attraction is pretty apparent straight off. They're a surprisingly cute couple given the conflict in their careers, but I never got the sense that they really knew each other as people. Maybe this is why I found the sex a little flat; I never got the sense of a real spark between them, beyond the physical. The physical is fine, but I like a little more development with my sex.
Secondary Characters:
The secondary cast is minimal, just enough window-dressing for the story. Most are off-screen or brief inserts, appearing just long enough to set something into motion before disappearing again. Some (like Max's editor) could have used just a little more development, but overall they worked well in the confines of the story.
Story:
There is a little bit of story around the sex, as the blurb would have you believe. It doesn't really come up until two-thirds of the way through the book, though; up to then, it's primarily a lot of sex. It moves along well once it's introduced, right up until Riley's grand gesture at the end.
Writing:
Although it got the job done, I can't help but feel that the writing was missing something. I never really got a sense of investment or urgency. It was also a little choppy for my tastes; those with a personal preference for shorter phrasing may find things more to their liking than I did. There were a few errors here and there, a couple a little confusing, but none particularly noteworthy.
Other Thoughts:
I have to admit finding it hard to believe that a sports blogger and a champion soccer star would have incomes convergent enough that they'd live next to each other. Maybe I'm vastly underrating what sports bloggers make (or overrating soccer players), but I never quite got past wondering how Max could afford to buy into the high-priced gated community in which he meets Riley.
Overall:
In the end, I did enjoy this story--it was a light, pleasant read. Something was missing for me, though, to take this from OK to good. I wouldn't have objected to seeing this story fleshed out more beyond its short length, but in and of itself there are certainly worse ways to push happy soccer player buttons.
Review originally posted at The Black Dog Reads.
Max is a sports blogger of some renown, on the brink of making it into the big time. He's 5'8", Swedish/Puerto Rican, newly-arrived in Denver, and out as a gay man. He purportedly doesn't mix business with pleasure, though he's quick enough to dip his toes into the company pool, even if he's not on the clock at the time. He's willing to bend the rules to make things work out, but he's not willing to completely compromise on his principles. We unfortunately never learn much more about him, but it's enough of a hint to make him a likeable character, one I wouldn't mind seeing fleshed out more.
Riley is the intensely-private MLS-champion forward of the Denver Blaze. He's gay but not out, not wanting to be defined as "the gay athlete". He tends to be a bit selfish but never annoyingly so. It's more that he has a narrower world-view than Max, and doesn't consider the same angles. Although he had moments in which I wanted to smack him, I think he came out well in the end.
Chemistry:
By the end of the second paragraph, Max is eyeballing Riley's crotch, so the attraction is pretty apparent straight off. They're a surprisingly cute couple given the conflict in their careers, but I never got the sense that they really knew each other as people. Maybe this is why I found the sex a little flat; I never got the sense of a real spark between them, beyond the physical. The physical is fine, but I like a little more development with my sex.
Secondary Characters:
The secondary cast is minimal, just enough window-dressing for the story. Most are off-screen or brief inserts, appearing just long enough to set something into motion before disappearing again. Some (like Max's editor) could have used just a little more development, but overall they worked well in the confines of the story.
Story:
There is a little bit of story around the sex, as the blurb would have you believe. It doesn't really come up until two-thirds of the way through the book, though; up to then, it's primarily a lot of sex. It moves along well once it's introduced, right up until Riley's grand gesture at the end.
Writing:
Although it got the job done, I can't help but feel that the writing was missing something. I never really got a sense of investment or urgency. It was also a little choppy for my tastes; those with a personal preference for shorter phrasing may find things more to their liking than I did. There were a few errors here and there, a couple a little confusing, but none particularly noteworthy.
Other Thoughts:
I have to admit finding it hard to believe that a sports blogger and a champion soccer star would have incomes convergent enough that they'd live next to each other. Maybe I'm vastly underrating what sports bloggers make (or overrating soccer players), but I never quite got past wondering how Max could afford to buy into the high-priced gated community in which he meets Riley.
Overall:
In the end, I did enjoy this story--it was a light, pleasant read. Something was missing for me, though, to take this from OK to good. I wouldn't have objected to seeing this story fleshed out more beyond its short length, but in and of itself there are certainly worse ways to push happy soccer player buttons.
Review originally posted at The Black Dog Reads.
January 10, 2012
Stars: 2.5/5
Overall
This novella is first and foremost erotica. While the premise is interesting, the sex overpowers the plot, and heavy sex stories aren't my cup of tea. These especially didn't really do it for me. In addition, the plot had more potential than was explored. If you want hot, heavy sex with soccer players, this is the book to go to, but otherwise, it doesn't satisfy many appetites.
Strengths
The writing was good, and sound enough that I would consider reading something else by this author, and some people with different tastes may enjoy the content of this story, but for me, sex isn't enough to drive me to continue reading or recommend this story.
Weaknesses
Too much sex and not enough plot. In addition, the sex didn't really grab me either, although that could purely be a personal preference. I found it to be a little heavy on over-used language. Finally, during the sex scenes, certain terms threw me out of the story: He slid a fraction deeper. Max moaned as the muscles melted and Riley slid deep into his rectum. Whether or not it is factually correct, there is just something that makes me scrunch my nose at the use of the word rectum, potentially due to it sounding more medical than casual.
Because so much of the story revolved around sex, the characters felt a little flat to me. The struggle of "if I reveal this it could ruin my career" seemed almost too easy to overcome, and Max didn't seem to struggle at all with going against what Riley asked--demanded--he not do. Obviously Max knew he wouldn't do anything to harm Riley's career, but he didn't seem to be weighted by the thought of hurting this man he loved, either.
These two fell into the sack extremely quickly due to their instant chemistry. I would buy it if Riley didn't have so many reservations about his privacy. In one paragraph he goes from thinking he shouldn't sleep with Max to the next paragraph where he propositions him. Considering Riley was supposed to be worried about exposing himself to a reporter, he seemed to have no qualms doing just that to a man (and journalist) that he just met.
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Overall
This novella is first and foremost erotica. While the premise is interesting, the sex overpowers the plot, and heavy sex stories aren't my cup of tea. These especially didn't really do it for me. In addition, the plot had more potential than was explored. If you want hot, heavy sex with soccer players, this is the book to go to, but otherwise, it doesn't satisfy many appetites.
Strengths
The writing was good, and sound enough that I would consider reading something else by this author, and some people with different tastes may enjoy the content of this story, but for me, sex isn't enough to drive me to continue reading or recommend this story.
Weaknesses
Too much sex and not enough plot. In addition, the sex didn't really grab me either, although that could purely be a personal preference. I found it to be a little heavy on over-used language. Finally, during the sex scenes, certain terms threw me out of the story: He slid a fraction deeper. Max moaned as the muscles melted and Riley slid deep into his rectum. Whether or not it is factually correct, there is just something that makes me scrunch my nose at the use of the word rectum, potentially due to it sounding more medical than casual.
Because so much of the story revolved around sex, the characters felt a little flat to me. The struggle of "if I reveal this it could ruin my career" seemed almost too easy to overcome, and Max didn't seem to struggle at all with going against what Riley asked--demanded--he not do. Obviously Max knew he wouldn't do anything to harm Riley's career, but he didn't seem to be weighted by the thought of hurting this man he loved, either.
These two fell into the sack extremely quickly due to their instant chemistry. I would buy it if Riley didn't have so many reservations about his privacy. In one paragraph he goes from thinking he shouldn't sleep with Max to the next paragraph where he propositions him. Considering Riley was supposed to be worried about exposing himself to a reporter, he seemed to have no qualms doing just that to a man (and journalist) that he just met.
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Be sure to check out my other reviews on my blog.
August 13, 2012
I honestly didn't expect to enjoy this as much as I did. I bought this, together with a few other books about athletes, a few weeks ago when All Romance Ebooks was doing a sports promotion in honor of the Olympics, and it was the last one of that group I had left to read. I think just about every other book I've read with a pro athlete as a main character has followed the same story line (athlete meets love interest (who may or may not also be an athlete), a relationship develops, athlete fears what being outed will do to his career, a crisis involving being outed arises, crisis is dealt with, men live HEA), and I was expecting that to continue here.
I love that this felt so fresh and original! Max is openly gay, Riley is privately out, and has no hangups about being involved with another guy. Yes, their relationship started REALLY fast, and yes, it is rather implausible that Riley the publicly-closeted athlete would hook up with Max the sports reporter, but they were so adorable and so hot together I ceased caring about plausibility.
And I LOVED that the big crisis was also original and unique. As was the way both Max and Riley dealt with it. They were so sweet together, it made me happy to read about them.
For being a delightfully original story that left me smiling, I'm giving it 4 stars.
I love that this felt so fresh and original! Max is openly gay, Riley is privately out, and has no hangups about being involved with another guy. Yes, their relationship started REALLY fast, and yes, it is rather implausible that Riley the publicly-closeted athlete would hook up with Max the sports reporter, but they were so adorable and so hot together I ceased caring about plausibility.
And I LOVED that the big crisis was also original and unique. As was the way both Max and Riley dealt with it. They were so sweet together, it made me happy to read about them.
For being a delightfully original story that left me smiling, I'm giving it 4 stars.
March 7, 2012
Riley Grayson is the hottest soccer player for the Denver Blaze, but he refuses to give interviews. His personal life is his own and not the publics. Things become complicated when he falls for the new next door neighbor Max Myers. Max is a sports writer and knows one interview with Riley will take him from blogger to mainstream sports caster. But is he willing to sacrifice his career for his feelings for Riley? This short and erotic read is full of lust, conflict and determination. What all good romance is made of.
May 10, 2015
*spoiler alert*
I have re-read this book so many times. I love it.
it was one of the first M/M genre books I happened upon and its a firm favourite.
Max and Riley are sexy as hell together.
What starts as a chance meeting as neighbours quickly become a hot f**k fest which blossoms into a relationship.
But when Riley feels betrayed by Max he kicks their relationship to the curb.
Can they find their way back to each other before it's too late?
you'll need to read it to find out
I have re-read this book so many times. I love it.
it was one of the first M/M genre books I happened upon and its a firm favourite.
Max and Riley are sexy as hell together.
What starts as a chance meeting as neighbours quickly become a hot f**k fest which blossoms into a relationship.
But when Riley feels betrayed by Max he kicks their relationship to the curb.
Can they find their way back to each other before it's too late?
you'll need to read it to find out
February 2, 2012
2 1/2 stars.
I liked this book OK. Everything felt like it was in hyperdrive.
I liked this book OK. Everything felt like it was in hyperdrive.
September 11, 2013
3.5 stars - I really liked the story, but the writing style just wasn't my thing. The author uses many trite and over played descriptions for sex. And it was almost clinical. Just there, no passion. To me, anyway. I didn't connect with the MCs, and didn't get to know any of the secondary characters. To be fair, it is difficult to flesh out the supporting cast in a short story.
November 19, 2012
It was ok, i dowloaded it through Kindle and it was alot shorter story than i thought, as i turned each page the number went up by 8 each time. Was ok for a short book that i finished in just over 2 hours!
June 30, 2012
3.5 stars
January 6, 2012
It felt rushed. I would have liked things to have been more fleshed out. Everything just seemed to fall into place (even the conflict and the resolution) without any real investment from me.
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May 1, 2012$2.99 on Nook
January 10, 2012
Quick, entertaining, enjoyable. My full review is here: http://scienceofromance.blogspot.com/...
January 24, 2012
2.5 stars
December 10, 2013
3.5 stars
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