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The Game Changer #2
The Game Changer: The Final Score
The Game The Final Score by L.M. Trio
(Part 2 of The Game Changer by L.M. Trio)
The story continues with Luke being released from prison, forced to face many challenges that developed due to his careless decisions. His greatest challenge is facing Jesse, the girl he refuses to let go....
Meanwhile, while Mikey handles all that comes with being a young star, he soon realizes that his life isn't fulfilled without the girl that has been tugging at his heart for all of these years.
The Game The Final Score is told from 4 different Luke, Mikey, JJ & Deanna
Due to adult situations and language, not appropriate for children under the age of 17
(Part 2 of The Game Changer by L.M. Trio)
The story continues with Luke being released from prison, forced to face many challenges that developed due to his careless decisions. His greatest challenge is facing Jesse, the girl he refuses to let go....
Meanwhile, while Mikey handles all that comes with being a young star, he soon realizes that his life isn't fulfilled without the girl that has been tugging at his heart for all of these years.
The Game The Final Score is told from 4 different Luke, Mikey, JJ & Deanna
Due to adult situations and language, not appropriate for children under the age of 17
248 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 1, 2013
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About the author
L.M. Trio
2 books407 followersL.M. Trio is a wife and mother of two living near the Jersey Shore. She recently published her first book "The Game Changer" and the 2nd book in the series, "The Game Changer: The Final Score."
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May 1, 2013
I have it bad for Luke! I can't wait to read this book! The 1st book just left me hanging literally. It wasn't one of those happy cliffhangers so mainly I'm unfulfilled after reading the 1st book. Release date please?
April 15, 2013
FABULOUS!
Another emotional roller coaster, but this one is the opposite on the emotional timeline from the last book. The first half of the book, you are so sad for the characters, and then it's "Oh, no!", then "What's going to happen next?" After that, you start thinking everything is going to be smooth sailing and then, "BAM!" more drama starts.
It's an incredible story of overcoming grief, life's trials, becoming yourself, finding yourself, moving on and love. There are so many emotional battles of all kinds. Scars from the past will be exposed. And, relationships will grow and fall apart.
Mikey and DeDe have their own pov's in this book, so their story is joined with Luke and JJ's lives, making the book all the more enjoyable and drama-filled.
I absolutely LOVE these characters and my only regret in this book is that their story ends with this book. Their journey was incredibly bittersweet, long, grief-stricken and torturous to the point that I had to walk away at the emotional turmoil pouring out of the pages at times.
So love these books!
Another emotional roller coaster, but this one is the opposite on the emotional timeline from the last book. The first half of the book, you are so sad for the characters, and then it's "Oh, no!", then "What's going to happen next?" After that, you start thinking everything is going to be smooth sailing and then, "BAM!" more drama starts.
It's an incredible story of overcoming grief, life's trials, becoming yourself, finding yourself, moving on and love. There are so many emotional battles of all kinds. Scars from the past will be exposed. And, relationships will grow and fall apart.
Mikey and DeDe have their own pov's in this book, so their story is joined with Luke and JJ's lives, making the book all the more enjoyable and drama-filled.
I absolutely LOVE these characters and my only regret in this book is that their story ends with this book. Their journey was incredibly bittersweet, long, grief-stricken and torturous to the point that I had to walk away at the emotional turmoil pouring out of the pages at times.
So love these books!
April 29, 2013
I finished this book a couple of days ago and.... Nothing. I didn't feel anything towards it. I admit, I loved the first book up until Luke's arrest. It felt like she just wanted to do a sequel so she looked for ideas. And she found it...Kinda...Not reallY. (But that's another review..)
Anyway, this book tells the story of Jesse, Luke, Mikey and De. It tells it from their POV.
Up until the point where Jesse and Luke reunited it felt a little rushed. It felt like I was reading a summery of the book and not the actual one. Which sucked.
Now lets talk about Jesse dating someone that's old enough to be her father.
I mean, sure sometimes you choose the person you fall in love with and I don't have a problem with older guys. Ok I do, because if they were potty trained the same year as your father did, then something is wrong here. But what really bothered me here was her dad's reaction, or lack of for that matter. He just told her: well ok, have fun. If it was my dad he would've killed us both. That's how much he loves me ;)
Jail. A wonderful place, so magical. Not.
How can they all move on so fast from those two horrible years he spent there?! I just don't get it...
Another thing that bothered me was that she totally ruined Jesse's character. I mean, yeah ok she grew up and matured, but she didn't have to make her a bitch!!! When Alexa came to apologise-- I know she did shitty things to her, but she's not supposed to bite her head off and act like a bitch to her when she tells her how sorry she is for acting like she did and congrats on her engagement blah blah blah. She should've said: thank you. I forgive you... It totally ruins Jesse for me.
What I did like is De and Mikey's relationship!!!! I just love Mikey! He is such a fun and happy character That I soon fell in love with him.. Haha
Maybe I liked their parts better because it was a new relationship, and I love those stories!
I don't really recommend for you guys to read this. But if you really want to know what happens to them then go on. That's why I read it. I guess if I wasn't curious to what would happen after Luke's arrest and stuff I would have never read it.
She should have had an happy ending in the first one and then make a spin off about De and Mikey. Would have been better.
Anyway, this book tells the story of Jesse, Luke, Mikey and De. It tells it from their POV.
Up until the point where Jesse and Luke reunited it felt a little rushed. It felt like I was reading a summery of the book and not the actual one. Which sucked.
Now lets talk about Jesse dating someone that's old enough to be her father.
I mean, sure sometimes you choose the person you fall in love with and I don't have a problem with older guys. Ok I do, because if they were potty trained the same year as your father did, then something is wrong here. But what really bothered me here was her dad's reaction, or lack of for that matter. He just told her: well ok, have fun. If it was my dad he would've killed us both. That's how much he loves me ;)
Jail. A wonderful place, so magical. Not.
How can they all move on so fast from those two horrible years he spent there?! I just don't get it...
Another thing that bothered me was that she totally ruined Jesse's character. I mean, yeah ok she grew up and matured, but she didn't have to make her a bitch!!! When Alexa came to apologise-- I know she did shitty things to her, but she's not supposed to bite her head off and act like a bitch to her when she tells her how sorry she is for acting like she did and congrats on her engagement blah blah blah. She should've said: thank you. I forgive you... It totally ruins Jesse for me.
What I did like is De and Mikey's relationship!!!! I just love Mikey! He is such a fun and happy character That I soon fell in love with him.. Haha
Maybe I liked their parts better because it was a new relationship, and I love those stories!
I don't really recommend for you guys to read this. But if you really want to know what happens to them then go on. That's why I read it. I guess if I wasn't curious to what would happen after Luke's arrest and stuff I would have never read it.
She should have had an happy ending in the first one and then make a spin off about De and Mikey. Would have been better.
April 18, 2013
loved this such a great way to end the second book epecially after the emoitional rollercoaster that the first book sent us on!!! thank god luke and jj ended up together after everything that happened. They finally get their happily ever after and they end up married on new years eve!! but this book wasnt all about them kind of like the first one was!! it is a great combination of jj,luke,mikey and deanna! What can i say about mikey and de de?? can we say FINALLY!!! oh yes mikey finally comes to his stupid senses and tells de how he really feels about her!! only to be faced with a problem that can change his world forever! can we sat CRAZY ex!! oh yes thats exactly what lora(sp) is a crazy crazy ex!! not only does the crazy girl tell mikey she is pregnant but she lies about the whole thing who does something like this?? well evidently lora!! when mikey finally gets to the bottom of it he is so realeaved!! and who can blame him!!! the ending to this book is great!! luke gets called up to the big leages to play with mikey and de decides to move in with mikey!! the epilogue which is five years later....not only do luke and jj have two children but mikey and de have a son which if i caught on correctly luke and mikey are the babies names and most liley the same age!! which is adorable!! but mikey and luke are in the world series and of course its a close game luke throws a bad throw and what do you think mikey does he goes out the pitchers mound and has a talk with luke if you know anything about these two you know they can hardly ever be serious! mikey calms luke down by asking if the parents are watching the kids so they can go out and celebrate after they win this and well of course they do!! who can stand against the two of them out on the field together! not anyone!! now what i want to see is a book way down the road one on their children growing up together see how that plays out and what the next generation of luke and mikey can get into!!!!
April 22, 2013
L.M. Trio does not disappoint in "The Final Score," her sequel to "The Game Changer." It was even better. Luke is home from prison and struggling to make sense of his life. One thing is for sure: He wants Jesse back. But she isn’t the same girl he left devastated and heartbroken two years ago.
A secondary romance between DeDe and Mike finally comes to fruition and was equally as captivating. In truth, there are four main characters this go round and each have their own POV filling the pages of this book with lots of emotions, angst, and romance – all splendidly written.
An easy to read story with great dialogue between the characters, heart melting interaction between family and friends, and a fantastic Epilogue wrapped everything tightly into a very happily ever after.
Bravo L.M. Trio for an outstanding story from start to finish!
A secondary romance between DeDe and Mike finally comes to fruition and was equally as captivating. In truth, there are four main characters this go round and each have their own POV filling the pages of this book with lots of emotions, angst, and romance – all splendidly written.
An easy to read story with great dialogue between the characters, heart melting interaction between family and friends, and a fantastic Epilogue wrapped everything tightly into a very happily ever after.
Bravo L.M. Trio for an outstanding story from start to finish!
June 8, 2013
OMG, super good book!!! Love JJ, Luke, Mikey and De!!!
Want to read
March 12, 2013When is the release date I hate it when this happens. you get a good book but there has to be another and is not out yet. I wanna know what happens to Luke and Jesse and Mikey and Deanna.
April 16, 2013
Five stars is not enough for The Game Changer The Final Score, I want to give the story and characters a hell of a lot more. This is the one book that I have been counting down the days to get into my hands, we all know what happened in book one, and I was pretty much stuck to it on release day and didn't put it down until I'd finished and then read from chapter 20 all over again. We normally read from two POV in a book but to have Luke's, JJ's, De's and Mikey's all in the one, it never left me with unanswered questions as you knew who and what they were thinking and I loved it. The Final Score had me crying both happy and sad tears, sighing, wanting to knock heads together, dropping my Kindle at the oh my God moment but for the most part I sat there with a full on smile, that did make my face ache at one point, at how everything was working out as it should. I am majorly happy with the ending that not only we got, but Luke, JJ, De, Mikey and also David. I have to keep reminding myself the story isn't real but in my head and heart I have everything crossed that they continue to live happily ever after. But somehow I know they will.... You can't fight whats meant to be.
January 15, 2025
Hello, I hope everyone is doing well - it's been too long! I am actually in the process now of re-publishing both The Game Changer and Final Score, with plenty of more books on the way! I've recently begun logging back into all of my accounts and trying to reach out to everyone who has interacted with me in some way over the years. It put such a smile on my face reading through old messages! I just got my Twitter account back @LMLTrio54 - this is where I'll be updating everyone and engaging with you all, so please follow me there for updates. Thank you again for all of the kind words and I can't wait for you to see what's in store next!
March 29, 2013
This book was very well written. Loved how it explored young love nd the fact that the author didn't overpower the story with sex and vulgar language. A love story doesn't always have to detail out the "sexual encounter" that you find in alot of reads these days. Can't wait for book 2.
August 19, 2023
It was ok, had a few intriguing moments where I needed to find out what happen that got them where this book started and since I didn’t read the first book I’m still kind of lost of why Luke went to prison. But like every HEA story this was the cream of them and though there was a little blurb towards the end to keep it alive, I just couldn’t wait to finish this as I lost interest.
April 15, 2013
"The Game Changer: The Final Score" picks up where book one left off: Luke breaking up with Jesse and going off to prison.
It is told in different perspectives as there is a couple of character's stories going on at once that intertwine with each other, but I ONLY FOCUSED ON THE LUKE AND JESSE BIT. Sorry, I wasn't interested in the other characters at all.
SO, now focusing on Luke and Jesse.
Personally, I would have loved for the book to solely focus on Luke and Jesse's relationship but obviously that was not how it panned out.
Although I did love them together as a couple, a couple of the times I grew annoyed with their characters as I found them both aggravating and immature at certain points.
Luke and Jesse basically have to rebuild their relationship and it proves to be a worthwhile challenge and lesson to the both of them. I'm a hopeless romantic so inside I was rooting for them to get over their issues and be together. I loved the fact that no matter what, they were able to work out their issues and try again.
I especially loved the epilogue and squealed that they got a suitable ending that I wanted for them. :)
It is told in different perspectives as there is a couple of character's stories going on at once that intertwine with each other, but I ONLY FOCUSED ON THE LUKE AND JESSE BIT. Sorry, I wasn't interested in the other characters at all.
SO, now focusing on Luke and Jesse.
Personally, I would have loved for the book to solely focus on Luke and Jesse's relationship but obviously that was not how it panned out.
Although I did love them together as a couple, a couple of the times I grew annoyed with their characters as I found them both aggravating and immature at certain points.
Luke and Jesse basically have to rebuild their relationship and it proves to be a worthwhile challenge and lesson to the both of them. I'm a hopeless romantic so inside I was rooting for them to get over their issues and be together. I loved the fact that no matter what, they were able to work out their issues and try again.
I especially loved the epilogue and squealed that they got a suitable ending that I wanted for them. :)
September 4, 2013
I really enjoyed this book and I was eager to find out what happened to JJ and Luke after the shocking ending of the first book. I wasn't disappointed and there was enough tension and angst to keep me interested - well for about 3/4 of the book. The last quarter of the book was a little disappointing- it was slower, the storyline moved to the story of Mikey and Deanna and a lot less focus on JJ and Luke. It felt as if the author had reached Luke and JJs story end and then wrote a few chapters focusing on Deanna and Mikey- so 2 books in one really. This let the book down a little purely because of the structure, it was still good but just went off on a tangent.
I loved the relationship between all the characters, the feeling of community, closeness between families and the support they all give each other. It was quite a long read but I enjoyed it especially the first half. It was a sweet and endearing story.
I loved the relationship between all the characters, the feeling of community, closeness between families and the support they all give each other. It was quite a long read but I enjoyed it especially the first half. It was a sweet and endearing story.
April 15, 2013
Ahhhh Finally!!!!!!!!!
Stayed up all night reading this! Needed to know what was gonna happen to Luke and Jesse after the HORRIBLE cliffhanger......
Loved it! Loved everyone even Frank!
and Mikey, Oh swoon... I really fell in love with him in this one!!!
AND OMG Love, loved, freaking LOVED the Epilogue!!! Amazing!
4.5 Stars
Stayed up all night reading this! Needed to know what was gonna happen to Luke and Jesse after the HORRIBLE cliffhanger......
Loved it! Loved everyone even Frank!
and Mikey, Oh swoon... I really fell in love with him in this one!!!
AND OMG Love, loved, freaking LOVED the Epilogue!!! Amazing!
4.5 Stars
April 15, 2013
The first book to this series was brilliant and left us devastated and needing more.
This second book did not let us down, it had me hooked and I read it in a day .
Brilliant and emotional love story for two great couples.
It has left me with a huge grin on my face.
A must read
This second book did not let us down, it had me hooked and I read it in a day .
Brilliant and emotional love story for two great couples.
It has left me with a huge grin on my face.
A must read
April 21, 2013
Loved it!!!!
April 26, 2013
I loved this book. Words fail me now. I just can't express the way this book made feel. Would recommend it to anyone.
June 20, 2017
This one was definitely better than the first. It's still not a series I find myself wanting to reread, but I liked the closure from the first book.
August 5, 2018
When You know you know
I loved how everything was tied up and you get a nice epilogue! This was a cute series that was fun to read. Told in all POV for this last book which was awesome! I thought I couldn't like Mikey any more!
I loved how everything was tied up and you get a nice epilogue! This was a cute series that was fun to read. Told in all POV for this last book which was awesome! I thought I couldn't like Mikey any more!
June 25, 2018
I actually liked the 2nd book more than the first. The first book seemed to jump a lot and drag out.
December 10, 2018
This story continues with Luke being released from prison early. We get to see his perspective on how life was like while in prison. It was really hard for him. And he never stopped loving JJ.
Meanwhile JJ is trying her hardest to forget about Luke. It hurts to much to think about everything that happened. She's in college now, and her painting career is taking off. JJ doesn't ever talk to anyone about Luke, but ever now and then Deanna and Mikey may give her a few updates. But most of the time that is topic that is not talked about.
While we get to see Luke get released and try his hardest to get JJ back. We also get to take a look at Mikey and Deanna's relationship progressing. Or at times regressing. Those to give me a headache. They were so much worse than Luke, and JJ. At least Luke and JJ had a major reason for not being together like Luke going to prison. Mikey and Deanna just drove me nuts, I felt like they were both cowards, and I wasn't impressed with there small parts at all.
However what made the book good was actually JJ and Luke. When they finally got a chance to see each other again, they didn't play games. Which was so refreshing. They just actually talked about everything, and then took time to work on their relationship. It wasn't something that was long and drawn out, it was sweet, and intimate. I really enjoyed seeing there story. And the ending epilogue was awesome. We get to see five years into the future, and I loved it. I do recommend this book, and the first one. So Overall I would say the book was okay.
Meanwhile JJ is trying her hardest to forget about Luke. It hurts to much to think about everything that happened. She's in college now, and her painting career is taking off. JJ doesn't ever talk to anyone about Luke, but ever now and then Deanna and Mikey may give her a few updates. But most of the time that is topic that is not talked about.
While we get to see Luke get released and try his hardest to get JJ back. We also get to take a look at Mikey and Deanna's relationship progressing. Or at times regressing. Those to give me a headache. They were so much worse than Luke, and JJ. At least Luke and JJ had a major reason for not being together like Luke going to prison. Mikey and Deanna just drove me nuts, I felt like they were both cowards, and I wasn't impressed with there small parts at all.
However what made the book good was actually JJ and Luke. When they finally got a chance to see each other again, they didn't play games. Which was so refreshing. They just actually talked about everything, and then took time to work on their relationship. It wasn't something that was long and drawn out, it was sweet, and intimate. I really enjoyed seeing there story. And the ending epilogue was awesome. We get to see five years into the future, and I loved it. I do recommend this book, and the first one. So Overall I would say the book was okay.
April 16, 2013
so iv been on countdown for this book!!! it came out yesterday I brought it yesterday and I read it all yesterday because I BLOODY WELL COULDNT PUT IT DOWN!!!!!!! it was everything I wanted to be and more!!!! the first book was an emotional read, I fell in love with the characters especially Luke and when their worlds came crumbling down I cried for them!!!!! I started this book and was only 4% in and I was already crying for Luke. I just loved everything about him!!!what I really liked about this book it wasn't just one love story it was two.
I feel like I cant really talk about this book without giving it away by spoiling the story,
but what would you do if u were broken from events and unspoken words, then to be able fix yourself and be what you deserve to be, but not having the love of your life beside you because your both left it too long and one felt they didn't deserve the other ones love............. YES that's what you do u luke you fight because something's are just meant to be.
you are everything. nothing in my life means anything to me unless I have you to share it with
mikey and Deanna are the second love story and you will want to bang their heads together because they are so oblivious to what's in front of them.
this sequel will make you laugh out loud, cry and that moment when all you can say is Fuck, will happen!!!!! I loved the end and totally happy!!!! well done LM TRIO.
I feel like I cant really talk about this book without giving it away by spoiling the story,
but what would you do if u were broken from events and unspoken words, then to be able fix yourself and be what you deserve to be, but not having the love of your life beside you because your both left it too long and one felt they didn't deserve the other ones love............. YES that's what you do u luke you fight because something's are just meant to be.
you are everything. nothing in my life means anything to me unless I have you to share it with
mikey and Deanna are the second love story and you will want to bang their heads together because they are so oblivious to what's in front of them.
this sequel will make you laugh out loud, cry and that moment when all you can say is Fuck, will happen!!!!! I loved the end and totally happy!!!! well done LM TRIO.
April 20, 2013
I have been waiting for this book since the first one came out. I NEEDED to know what happened after Luke got out of jail and whether JJ forgave him. Knowing that it would also include Deanna & Mikey's POV was an extra added bonus.
This story kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time! My heart was broken at the beginning, not knowing if Luke would be the lovable guy that we met in the first book. Then I was nervous that JJ had moved on. Then I got even more nervous that Deanna was getting to serious about Jerk-off (oh I mean Jeffery). But I was floored by Mikey's dilemma...and I mean floored I had to re-read it twice, yes that bad.
Anyways, there is one thing that I didn't care for about this book and the is the team that they had played in the epilogue..why did they have to beat the SF Giants?!? Haha but that is very small problem I had with this book.
Mrs. Trio's ability to pull the reader into the story is amazing. I read the book in just hours and will probably re-read it again in the near future. Another thing I enjoyed about this book is that we not only got to read that JJ and Luke were thinking but also what Deanna and Mikey were thinking. But mostly what I loved about this book it just proves that no matter that problems arise in your life the people that love you, family and friends, will always stand by your side through it all.
This story kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time! My heart was broken at the beginning, not knowing if Luke would be the lovable guy that we met in the first book. Then I was nervous that JJ had moved on. Then I got even more nervous that Deanna was getting to serious about Jerk-off (oh I mean Jeffery). But I was floored by Mikey's dilemma...and I mean floored I had to re-read it twice, yes that bad.
Anyways, there is one thing that I didn't care for about this book and the is the team that they had played in the epilogue..why did they have to beat the SF Giants?!? Haha but that is very small problem I had with this book.
Mrs. Trio's ability to pull the reader into the story is amazing. I read the book in just hours and will probably re-read it again in the near future. Another thing I enjoyed about this book is that we not only got to read that JJ and Luke were thinking but also what Deanna and Mikey were thinking. But mostly what I loved about this book it just proves that no matter that problems arise in your life the people that love you, family and friends, will always stand by your side through it all.
June 1, 2014
The second book actually increased my love for the book series. Despite the cliff hanger in the first book, this book made me fall in love with Luke Di'Angelo more! *heart eyes emoji*
It was an emotional roller coaster for me, actually. Before I started this book, I was like asking myself if I was emotionally prepared for this book. Once I started to read it, I never regretted it. 5 Stars for my favorite book, 5 Stars for JJ & Luke and *drum roll* Deanna & Mikey!
Mikey and Deanna FINALLY confessed their love to one another. It pissed me off because Lora got into their way, but who cares? They`re finally together, and that makes me happy! *does a happy dance*
Every time my friends ask me what`s a good book to read, the first thing I recommend is this Game Changer series by L.M. Trio. This book series made me laugh, made me cry, made me blush and drove me insane in one sitting. I keep on re-reading this book series because it is my favorite. If I say that this book will keep you up all night from first book to last, then yes. It actually kept me up all night. I ate my meals fast just to finish this amazing book.
I somehow wish that L.M. Trio would write another book like this!
Can someone just be my Luke D'Angelo someday?
It was an emotional roller coaster for me, actually. Before I started this book, I was like asking myself if I was emotionally prepared for this book. Once I started to read it, I never regretted it. 5 Stars for my favorite book, 5 Stars for JJ & Luke and *drum roll* Deanna & Mikey!
Mikey and Deanna FINALLY confessed their love to one another. It pissed me off because Lora got into their way, but who cares? They`re finally together, and that makes me happy! *does a happy dance*
Every time my friends ask me what`s a good book to read, the first thing I recommend is this Game Changer series by L.M. Trio. This book series made me laugh, made me cry, made me blush and drove me insane in one sitting. I keep on re-reading this book series because it is my favorite. If I say that this book will keep you up all night from first book to last, then yes. It actually kept me up all night. I ate my meals fast just to finish this amazing book.
I somehow wish that L.M. Trio would write another book like this!
Can someone just be my Luke D'Angelo someday?
April 26, 2013
4.5 stars!
I enjoyed this book more than the first. It didn't drag on and it kept my interest. It picks up a couple months down the road from where book one ended, but it moves quickly. Luke, Jesse, Deanna and Mikey have all been through a lot. Jesse is still hurting after what Luke did. Luke is angry, broken and shutting out everyone he loves. And Mikey and Deanna are trying to keep their family together and trying to help Jesse cope and move on.
Fast forward a couple years... Luke believes that his life is worth nothing. He thinks that after what he's done, his baseball career is over. And he certainly doesn't think he deserves to have Jesse back in his life. After some time of healing, he moves past those doubts. And moves on to baseball and to win back the only girl he'll ever love.
This book is about love, forgiveness, and moving on. I love how L. M. Trio had this book cover such an extended period of time. It didn't feel rushed or as if I was missing any detail. It was nice to see how these relationships and careers panned out. I truly enjoyed this series!
I enjoyed this book more than the first. It didn't drag on and it kept my interest. It picks up a couple months down the road from where book one ended, but it moves quickly. Luke, Jesse, Deanna and Mikey have all been through a lot. Jesse is still hurting after what Luke did. Luke is angry, broken and shutting out everyone he loves. And Mikey and Deanna are trying to keep their family together and trying to help Jesse cope and move on.
Fast forward a couple years... Luke believes that his life is worth nothing. He thinks that after what he's done, his baseball career is over. And he certainly doesn't think he deserves to have Jesse back in his life. After some time of healing, he moves past those doubts. And moves on to baseball and to win back the only girl he'll ever love.
This book is about love, forgiveness, and moving on. I love how L. M. Trio had this book cover such an extended period of time. It didn't feel rushed or as if I was missing any detail. It was nice to see how these relationships and careers panned out. I truly enjoyed this series!
April 29, 2013
I was so excited when I saw that this sequel had been published! Unfortunately I found it hard to get into at the beginning due to the very fast pace of the book [Skipping through time] but once I got into it I couldn't leave it down!
I loved how the book equally centered around the two couples this time and I found myself falling in love with Mikey - just like I fell for Luke in book #1. Being able to read the pov of each character was refreshing and gave the reader a good insight into the thoughts of everyone not just Luke or JJ.
I have to admit I was a little bit disappointed with the epilogue. I expected the book to end with a bang but instead I found myself extremely confused as I began to read the epilogue as it was very fast paced.
Overall it's a great book though, maybe a little more time could have been taken to make the book a bit longer so that the time didn't seem to fly as fast as it did but I thoroughly enjoyed it!
If you've read book #1 you HAVE to read this
I loved how the book equally centered around the two couples this time and I found myself falling in love with Mikey - just like I fell for Luke in book #1. Being able to read the pov of each character was refreshing and gave the reader a good insight into the thoughts of everyone not just Luke or JJ.
I have to admit I was a little bit disappointed with the epilogue. I expected the book to end with a bang but instead I found myself extremely confused as I began to read the epilogue as it was very fast paced.
Overall it's a great book though, maybe a little more time could have been taken to make the book a bit longer so that the time didn't seem to fly as fast as it did but I thoroughly enjoyed it!
If you've read book #1 you HAVE to read this
October 11, 2014
SO, I decided to read this because I quite enjoyed The Game Changer, and IM GLAD TO SAY I REALLLY REALLLY LIKED IT. I loved how I got to meet Mikey and get to know him better because he was hands down my favorite before, and see his relationship with De become something. And at the same time, I fell for Luke even harder because he and Jessse are the cutest little things ever, and their relationship was so solid and unbreakable and SIGH. I want my Luke.
The twists and turns were at times a little frustrating, just because UGH. They were just not worth the emotional beatdown I experienced, but I loved the writing, and the way I experienced all the scenes and imagined everything playing out made up for any defects the story might have had.
4.5 STARS!!! :)
The twists and turns were at times a little frustrating, just because UGH. They were just not worth the emotional beatdown I experienced, but I loved the writing, and the way I experienced all the scenes and imagined everything playing out made up for any defects the story might have had.
4.5 STARS!!! :)
September 22, 2016
4.5 stars
Nothing but love for this book! I love how it has the different POVs of Luke, JJ, Mikey, and Deanna. I got the continuation of Luke and JJ's story and I finally have more of Mikey and Deanna. These two couples are just so perfect for each other. Their chemistry as couples and as a group of friends is so obvious. Needless to say, The Final Score made me feel. And that is very important to me as a reader.
L.M. Trio managed to write a book about two couples without it being so long, boring, and dragging. I know there is no more reason to extend the series since the conclusion is perfect. But I really love these two couples I want to know more about their journey as Luke and Mikey become pros and see a whole new life with the kids.
Nothing but love for this book! I love how it has the different POVs of Luke, JJ, Mikey, and Deanna. I got the continuation of Luke and JJ's story and I finally have more of Mikey and Deanna. These two couples are just so perfect for each other. Their chemistry as couples and as a group of friends is so obvious. Needless to say, The Final Score made me feel. And that is very important to me as a reader.
L.M. Trio managed to write a book about two couples without it being so long, boring, and dragging. I know there is no more reason to extend the series since the conclusion is perfect. But I really love these two couples I want to know more about their journey as Luke and Mikey become pros and see a whole new life with the kids.
November 18, 2020
WOW JUST WOW!
The first book was great! but the second book was beyond AMAZING!!! . No words could express how much I love this book! I wish I could hug each character for giving me a wild ride with their beautifully complicated stories, and for bringing me into tears. I'm not much of a cry baby when it comes to books, but damn this book really gutted me out. The pure love and emotions between the characters, their tragic experiences, and the happy ending after the hardships, all brought me into tears. I'm not gonna say this book is perfect, but I can say that this is WHOLESOME AND HEART-WRENCHING.
Thank you to L.M. Trio for writing The Game Changer series. They will always have a special place in my heart.
The first book was great! but the second book was beyond AMAZING!!! . No words could express how much I love this book! I wish I could hug each character for giving me a wild ride with their beautifully complicated stories, and for bringing me into tears. I'm not much of a cry baby when it comes to books, but damn this book really gutted me out. The pure love and emotions between the characters, their tragic experiences, and the happy ending after the hardships, all brought me into tears. I'm not gonna say this book is perfect, but I can say that this is WHOLESOME AND HEART-WRENCHING.
Thank you to L.M. Trio for writing The Game Changer series. They will always have a special place in my heart.
April 16, 2013
3.5 stars.
There were now 4 POVs in this book. But I liked all these characters that this was not a problem for me. In the end, this strategy made so much sense. The author knew better than to drag out Luke and JJ's story to justify this sequel. Once the major conflict in that relationship was resolved, Mikey and De's story took off. There had been hints of their hidden feelings for each other beyond "sibling" affection in the first book. I actually think they make a more interesting couple to read given that they have more fire in their personalities. What else can I say: I'm a sucker for all fictional baseball stories.
There were now 4 POVs in this book. But I liked all these characters that this was not a problem for me. In the end, this strategy made so much sense. The author knew better than to drag out Luke and JJ's story to justify this sequel. Once the major conflict in that relationship was resolved, Mikey and De's story took off. There had been hints of their hidden feelings for each other beyond "sibling" affection in the first book. I actually think they make a more interesting couple to read given that they have more fire in their personalities. What else can I say: I'm a sucker for all fictional baseball stories.
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