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Rounding the Bases #4
Catching Feels
From USA Today Bestselling author, MJ Fields, comes a brand-new enemy to lovers, brother's best friend, standalone baseball romance.
Jillian
My whole life, I’ve been a planner. Every aspiration I’ve ever had was on a spreadsheet, chart, or graph that flowed from one step to the next, all leading to my goal. I, Jillian Hart, younger sister of two professional athletes, would be the first in my family to hold a Doctorate.
After graduating with honors in both of my majors, I was sure I’d soar to the top of all the acceptance lists of my dream colleges. When I received my first acceptance letter to Montana University, my safety school, I knew it wouldn’t be the last. I was wrong. I’d been waitlisted at the two universities I wanted the most.
Feeling a quarter-life crisis closing in, I felt the need to have a focus. So, I decided I was going to conduct a little research project of my own.
My thesis is built around the need to understand why so many girls I grew up with —who chased a boy instead of dreams— are happier than me.
My hypothesis: it’s sex, not love.
Set on proving I’m right, I now have a new goal to achieve, and my crisis will be averted.
Step one: lose my V-card in the name of research.
Nour
My batting average was one of the top in our league in the minors; since moving to the majors, it’s drastically declined.
No matter how many times I’ve tried to approach it logically, all things point to the fact I’m not getting any action off the field. Don’t get me wrong; I could have so much I’d drown in it, but I’ve read the cautionary tales of men in my position and do not plan on adding my name to a chapter in that book.
The answer: FlingShot, a hookup app.
It’s all fun and games until someone ends up catching feels.
Jillian
My whole life, I’ve been a planner. Every aspiration I’ve ever had was on a spreadsheet, chart, or graph that flowed from one step to the next, all leading to my goal. I, Jillian Hart, younger sister of two professional athletes, would be the first in my family to hold a Doctorate.
After graduating with honors in both of my majors, I was sure I’d soar to the top of all the acceptance lists of my dream colleges. When I received my first acceptance letter to Montana University, my safety school, I knew it wouldn’t be the last. I was wrong. I’d been waitlisted at the two universities I wanted the most.
Feeling a quarter-life crisis closing in, I felt the need to have a focus. So, I decided I was going to conduct a little research project of my own.
My thesis is built around the need to understand why so many girls I grew up with —who chased a boy instead of dreams— are happier than me.
My hypothesis: it’s sex, not love.
Set on proving I’m right, I now have a new goal to achieve, and my crisis will be averted.
Step one: lose my V-card in the name of research.
Nour
My batting average was one of the top in our league in the minors; since moving to the majors, it’s drastically declined.
No matter how many times I’ve tried to approach it logically, all things point to the fact I’m not getting any action off the field. Don’t get me wrong; I could have so much I’d drown in it, but I’ve read the cautionary tales of men in my position and do not plan on adding my name to a chapter in that book.
The answer: FlingShot, a hookup app.
It’s all fun and games until someone ends up catching feels.
290 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 28, 2024
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M.J. Fields
151 books3,975 followersMJ Fields is a USA Today bestselling author of contemporary romance novels. She lives in New York with her daughter Miss A, smoochie faced Newfie, Theo and the newest member to the 'fields crew, rescue diva / holy terror Eleanor.
When she’s not locked away in the cave, she enjoys doing home improvement projects, spending time with her family, attending live music and sporting events, the theatre, singing off key, dancing to her own beat, listening to audio books, and reading of course.
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June 29, 2024Season one for the Jersey Jags is officially 'in the books'
Nour and Jillian's book is out in the wild, and much like their road to an HEA, the release threw a couple of curve balls my way, making it a bit more difficult. With everything all worked out, I was able to sit back and read the story they demanded that I write for them. I love them.
Let me say it again, only louder. I LOVE THEM. I'm also so happy that they'll be coming back in the fall when Jillian's (and Rome's) brother Hudson's story is released.
Oddities while writing this one.
SONG ON REPEAT - Kiss The Rain by Billie Myers (and yes, it's playing now, and I'm misty-eyed.)
While writing this book and every book in the series, there was one day when I HAD to BINGE on an entire bag of Nerd Gummy Clusters. That said, I want some right now, too, damn it.
The cameos from the Steel family made me stupidly happy and made me realize that within a few years, there will totally be a Gen 3. There's also a part of me that wants Creed Steel to marry a Blue Valley Legacy World chick so I can just mash them all together and live in both worlds until the day I die.
I hope you all love them and are as excited about more to come from Jillian and Nour in the fall.
PS- Season 1 <— is complete.
Nour and Jillian's book is out in the wild, and much like their road to an HEA, the release threw a couple of curve balls my way, making it a bit more difficult. With everything all worked out, I was able to sit back and read the story they demanded that I write for them. I love them.
Let me say it again, only louder. I LOVE THEM. I'm also so happy that they'll be coming back in the fall when Jillian's (and Rome's) brother Hudson's story is released.
Oddities while writing this one.
SONG ON REPEAT - Kiss The Rain by Billie Myers (and yes, it's playing now, and I'm misty-eyed.)
While writing this book and every book in the series, there was one day when I HAD to BINGE on an entire bag of Nerd Gummy Clusters. That said, I want some right now, too, damn it.
The cameos from the Steel family made me stupidly happy and made me realize that within a few years, there will totally be a Gen 3. There's also a part of me that wants Creed Steel to marry a Blue Valley Legacy World chick so I can just mash them all together and live in both worlds until the day I die.
I hope you all love them and are as excited about more to come from Jillian and Nour in the fall.
PS- Season 1 <— is complete.
July 15, 2024
Wow……..!
February 3, 2025
MJ Fields is coming in hot with the 4th book in the Rounding the Bases series. This book focuses on Nour Uyar and Jillian Hart. Nour is best friends with Roman Hart, the 2nd Baseman for the Jersey Jags and Jillian is Roman's younger sister. Jillian's brothers Roman and Hudson are overbearingly protective of Jillian to the point that she's never had a boyfriend because her brothers have scared every potential boyfriend away. Jillian also has trust issues, never being certain if someone truly wants to be her friend because of her or are they just using her for access to her brothers. Nour has some pretty deep trust issues as well due to a betrayal of the worst kind by his first and only love. Nour and Jillian meet on a singles hook up app and not realizing that the witty banter they were partaking in was with each other. They have a hilarious hook up involving a unicorn mask and Nour never seeing her face. She gets up in the middle of the night and realizes that she just slept with her brother's best friend. She automatically assumed he knew who she was and was using her to sabotage her brother's career. I am not really sure why she thought that of Nour because he is truly a stand up guy. Nour figures out who she is after Roman's dog drags the unicorn mask out and chews it up. He takes the mask back to her and he is absolutely devastated that he slept with his best friend's little sister. The back and forth progresses from there.
I really liked the book, but my heart will always belong to Leland Locke. A few of the problems I had with this book is I kept getting the characters mixed up and I have read the previous three books. Jillian buys a flower shop completely out of nowhere. It was never mentioned that this was a particular area of interest to her or that she had any skills in running a business. The last issue I had was the ending felt really rushed. Will any of this keep me from rereading this book? Absolutely not because the spice between Nour and Jillian is spectacular. Nour is a hilariously superstitious, sweet, caring, baseball player with a filthy mouth and possibly a unicorn fetish and I am here for it.
I really liked the book, but my heart will always belong to Leland Locke. A few of the problems I had with this book is I kept getting the characters mixed up and I have read the previous three books. Jillian buys a flower shop completely out of nowhere. It was never mentioned that this was a particular area of interest to her or that she had any skills in running a business. The last issue I had was the ending felt really rushed. Will any of this keep me from rereading this book? Absolutely not because the spice between Nour and Jillian is spectacular. Nour is a hilariously superstitious, sweet, caring, baseball player with a filthy mouth and possibly a unicorn fetish and I am here for it.
June 28, 2024
Wow! I absolutely loved this book. Amazing characters and wonderful plot. Very beautifully written and easy to read.
Jillian Hart is a planner. She’s a master of spreadsheets, charts and lists. She is the top of her classes, she graduated with honors but she still gotted on a waitlist on two of her most desired universities. She did get an acceptance letter from Montana University, her safety school. Feeling a crisis, she decided to focus on something, and she decided to research a project. She is wondering why the girls she grew up with are happier than she is, when they were only chasing boys. To prove that it’s not about love but the s*x, she plans to love her V-card.
Bout is a baseball player. He was always playing great. One of the best in their league in minors. Since moving up to majors, his plays have been poorer. He deduces it to the fact that he doesn’t get much action off the field. So, FlingShot, the app for h*ooking up, his perfect solution. There he meets Jillian, his best friend’s sister. And so soon feeling get involved in their quest to find out the truth. I loved their chemistry and passion. They were made for each other.
Overall I loved this book very much. If you’re looking for an enemies to lovers, brother’s best friend/best friend’s sister, baseball romance then you’re going to love it.
Jillian Hart is a planner. She’s a master of spreadsheets, charts and lists. She is the top of her classes, she graduated with honors but she still gotted on a waitlist on two of her most desired universities. She did get an acceptance letter from Montana University, her safety school. Feeling a crisis, she decided to focus on something, and she decided to research a project. She is wondering why the girls she grew up with are happier than she is, when they were only chasing boys. To prove that it’s not about love but the s*x, she plans to love her V-card.
Bout is a baseball player. He was always playing great. One of the best in their league in minors. Since moving up to majors, his plays have been poorer. He deduces it to the fact that he doesn’t get much action off the field. So, FlingShot, the app for h*ooking up, his perfect solution. There he meets Jillian, his best friend’s sister. And so soon feeling get involved in their quest to find out the truth. I loved their chemistry and passion. They were made for each other.
Overall I loved this book very much. If you’re looking for an enemies to lovers, brother’s best friend/best friend’s sister, baseball romance then you’re going to love it.
July 1, 2024
First thing's first: I'm reviewing the ARC I received as someone who works in academia, will be starting an online Master's degree in the fall and played piano in university. I have also never read a book by this author before, so what I know about these characters only comes from this book. This means that some of the stuff that didn't mesh with me in this book probably wouldn't be an issue for many readers.
I liked the characters' personalities and their chemistry. I think people who have read this author's previous works will like seeing so many of the characters from those books in this one (though for me, the inclusion of these characters, some one which were name dropped only, was a bit much). However, I think the author also tried to cram too much into this book, particularly at the end.
Some of what didn't work for me:
1. Jillian's grad school stuff: if she really didn't want to go to the safety school and was seriously thinking of declining their offer, why waste everyone's time and her money by applying? She the says she will take masters-level courses from different programs from the two schools that waitlisted her instead; there are so many practical issues with her statement, I can't succinctly summarize them.
2. Jillian's 'thesis'-- the blurb makes this seem like a big plot point; other than going on a date with another guy (and then immaturely bailing on him), she doesn't seem to do much 'research,' especially of the academic sort.
3. Other Jillian stuff: she's rebel and/or badass enough to have pierced nipples, but not enough to lose her V-card despite her brothers' interference (not judging, and there are probably people out there like this, but it seems incongruent)? Buying the shop despite not seeming to have business experience or showing any previous interest in this specific type of business. The blurb also makes her out to be a 'planner' having a quarter-life crisis; she didn't strike me as the careful type at all.
4. Nour: I couldn't buy that despite not playing piano 'in ages', he was able to play well enough to secure a sponsorship from a renowned instrument maker and he was able to play such a wide repertoire from memory and without practice.
5. This is more of a 'me' thing since I haven't read earlier books, but I didn't understand Jillian's dad's threat -- what wouldn't Jillian and her family want people to know?
6. Why is it that the only character that speaks in broken English is the elderly Mexican immigrant who has lived in the USA for decades?
7. Having a praise kink doesn't necessarily mean you have daddy (or mommy) issues.
I received an ARC and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
I liked the characters' personalities and their chemistry. I think people who have read this author's previous works will like seeing so many of the characters from those books in this one (though for me, the inclusion of these characters, some one which were name dropped only, was a bit much). However, I think the author also tried to cram too much into this book, particularly at the end.
Some of what didn't work for me:
1. Jillian's grad school stuff: if she really didn't want to go to the safety school and was seriously thinking of declining their offer, why waste everyone's time and her money by applying? She the says she will take masters-level courses from different programs from the two schools that waitlisted her instead; there are so many practical issues with her statement, I can't succinctly summarize them.
2. Jillian's 'thesis'-- the blurb makes this seem like a big plot point; other than going on a date with another guy (and then immaturely bailing on him), she doesn't seem to do much 'research,' especially of the academic sort.
3. Other Jillian stuff: she's rebel and/or badass enough to have pierced nipples, but not enough to lose her V-card despite her brothers' interference (not judging, and there are probably people out there like this, but it seems incongruent)? Buying the shop despite not seeming to have business experience or showing any previous interest in this specific type of business. The blurb also makes her out to be a 'planner' having a quarter-life crisis; she didn't strike me as the careful type at all.
4. Nour: I couldn't buy that despite not playing piano 'in ages', he was able to play well enough to secure a sponsorship from a renowned instrument maker and he was able to play such a wide repertoire from memory and without practice.
5. This is more of a 'me' thing since I haven't read earlier books, but I didn't understand Jillian's dad's threat -- what wouldn't Jillian and her family want people to know?
6. Why is it that the only character that speaks in broken English is the elderly Mexican immigrant who has lived in the USA for decades?
7. Having a praise kink doesn't necessarily mean you have daddy (or mommy) issues.
I received an ARC and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 28, 2024
𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐬 is the 4th book in the Rounding the Bases series by M.J. Fields, featuring an entertaining brother’s best friend, forbidden love, baseball romance for Jillian and Nour. Jillian has been hyper-focused on her education, and now that she has graduated with honors, she is waiting on graduate school acceptance letters. She’s ready to explore the fun side of life she has ignored through a little experiment to see why her friends who followed boys on a different path seem happier than her. Is sex the key, rather than love? Perhaps a hookup app is what she needs to gain some clarity and lose her V-card. She just never imagined her anonymous match would be a baseball player needing to blow off steam in order to improve his game. What happens when they start catching feels and realize just how complicated their situation is?
I really enjoyed Jillian and Nour’s unique connection that started with a fun and spicy meet cute! I always love great banter, especially in a text or DM format. They had plenty of spicy chemistry, great dialogue, emotion, and the family drama and surprising twists and action that kept things interesting. I’ve adored the world building throughout this series, and the way that all the characters came together in both the heavy and light moments to add to that found family vibe. I loved the sweet way it ended, but it did feel abrupt. I can’t wait to see what comes up in Hudson’s story!
I received a free ARC, and am leaving this review voluntarily.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶🌶🌶
#CatchingFeels #MJFields #RoundingtheBasesSeries #NewRelease #newbookalert #kindleunlimitedromance #kindleunlimited #enemiestolovers #BaseballRomance #brothersbestfriend #forbiddenromance #sportsromance #steamybooks #spicyromance
I really enjoyed Jillian and Nour’s unique connection that started with a fun and spicy meet cute! I always love great banter, especially in a text or DM format. They had plenty of spicy chemistry, great dialogue, emotion, and the family drama and surprising twists and action that kept things interesting. I’ve adored the world building throughout this series, and the way that all the characters came together in both the heavy and light moments to add to that found family vibe. I loved the sweet way it ended, but it did feel abrupt. I can’t wait to see what comes up in Hudson’s story!
I received a free ARC, and am leaving this review voluntarily.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶🌶🌶
#CatchingFeels #MJFields #RoundingtheBasesSeries #NewRelease #newbookalert #kindleunlimitedromance #kindleunlimited #enemiestolovers #BaseballRomance #brothersbestfriend #forbiddenromance #sportsromance #steamybooks #spicyromance
July 4, 2024
I was lucky enough to receive as an ARC 🥰
This is Book 4 of the Rounding The Bases Series!
Catching Feels is a refreshing and engaging romance that explores the unexpected twists and turns of life, love, and self-discovery. This novel dives into the complexities of chasing dreams and the surprising ways love can sneak into our meticulously planned lives.
Jillian Hart has always been a planner, with every step of her life mapped out on spreadsheets and charts. As the younger sister of two professional athletes, she's determined to be the first in her family to earn a Doctorate. But when her dream college acceptance letters don't roll in as expected, Jillian feels a quarter-life crisis looming. To regain her focus, she embarks on a research project to understand why many girls who prioritised relationships over dreams seem happier than her. Her hypothesis: it's sex, not love, that makes the difference. This leads to her new goal: losing her V-card in the name of research.
Enter Nour, a baseball player whose performance on the field has been suffering since moving to the majors. To avoid becoming another cautionary tale, he turns to FlingShot, a hookup app, to solve his off-field issues. But when his path crosses with Jillian's, their casual encounters begin to evolve into something deeper, testing both of their hypotheses about life and love.
Fields' writing is witty and heartfelt, bringing Jillian and Nour's journey to life with humor and authenticity. The chemistry between the characters is palpable, and their individual growth is compelling. "Catching Feels" is a delightful blend of romance, self-discovery, and the unpredictable nature of life.
This novel is a must-read for anyone who loves a good romantic comedy with depth and relatable characters. Jillian and Nour's story will make you laugh, swoon, and reflect on the true meaning of happiness.
This is Book 4 of the Rounding The Bases Series!
Catching Feels is a refreshing and engaging romance that explores the unexpected twists and turns of life, love, and self-discovery. This novel dives into the complexities of chasing dreams and the surprising ways love can sneak into our meticulously planned lives.
Jillian Hart has always been a planner, with every step of her life mapped out on spreadsheets and charts. As the younger sister of two professional athletes, she's determined to be the first in her family to earn a Doctorate. But when her dream college acceptance letters don't roll in as expected, Jillian feels a quarter-life crisis looming. To regain her focus, she embarks on a research project to understand why many girls who prioritised relationships over dreams seem happier than her. Her hypothesis: it's sex, not love, that makes the difference. This leads to her new goal: losing her V-card in the name of research.
Enter Nour, a baseball player whose performance on the field has been suffering since moving to the majors. To avoid becoming another cautionary tale, he turns to FlingShot, a hookup app, to solve his off-field issues. But when his path crosses with Jillian's, their casual encounters begin to evolve into something deeper, testing both of their hypotheses about life and love.
Fields' writing is witty and heartfelt, bringing Jillian and Nour's journey to life with humor and authenticity. The chemistry between the characters is palpable, and their individual growth is compelling. "Catching Feels" is a delightful blend of romance, self-discovery, and the unpredictable nature of life.
This novel is a must-read for anyone who loves a good romantic comedy with depth and relatable characters. Jillian and Nour's story will make you laugh, swoon, and reflect on the true meaning of happiness.
July 7, 2024
OMG . What an emotional rollercoaster that sucks you right in from the very first page and does not let go . I started reading Catching Feels late last night and to say I did not get any sleep would definitely be an understatement. Brothers best friend, forbidden- sports romance so many of my all time favorite tropes wrapped into the most emotionally charged storyline you simply cannnot stop your from falling in love with . I have to admit ever since I came across M.Js Rounding The Bases Series I’ve become pretty obsessed- I’m such a sucker for a great sports romance with all the feels and this series definitely delivers just that in spades . This time around we get Jillian and Nours story and I just adored them so so much. Neither is looking for anything serious but the moment they meet you can literally feel the steam coming right off the pages . What starts off as a bit of fun very quickly turns into so much more . Add into that the angst , the witty banter, the humor , the heartbreaking and heartfelt moments, the drama , the love , the passion, the unexpected surprises, the family and friendships. Well all I can say without giving anything away is prepare yourself to be completely blown away in all the best ways and definitely prepare yourself to feel so many crazy and wonderful emotions while reading . 💜💜💜💜
July 23, 2024
Best Buns in Baseball get s the Unicorns Hart
As a lifelong baseball fan, this Jags world reminds d's me of the guys we hosted in the minor league system in Texas. Its a crazy life with odd schedules and takes toll on finances and relationships. I've really enjoyed this series full of found family ties, fun couples who just get each other and all the true to life teammate banter and pranks. Jillian is a strong heroine hat goes right after her needs. She's smart but has two very over protective brothers who happen to be pro athletes. The way these two come together is one of the most unique hookups I've ever read. Its cheeky, hysterical ,typical fail that turns steamy until the shampoo clears up and the mask comes off. Soooo good!! Nour is a rookie on the rise with superstitious game day routines that rival veteran legends. From the food, the TV show obsessions, the workouts and pre game sex ; he can't miss one step. The best butt in baseball (and legs lets be honest) are always the catcher. And Jillian has taken notice but he's her older brothers teammate. That leads to clandestine meetings on rain delay games and dog walks. Its all here for you and you'll not put it down. Another fun sports romance with forbidden match and a bit of drama. I need Marks and Linda's story too!!!
As a lifelong baseball fan, this Jags world reminds d's me of the guys we hosted in the minor league system in Texas. Its a crazy life with odd schedules and takes toll on finances and relationships. I've really enjoyed this series full of found family ties, fun couples who just get each other and all the true to life teammate banter and pranks. Jillian is a strong heroine hat goes right after her needs. She's smart but has two very over protective brothers who happen to be pro athletes. The way these two come together is one of the most unique hookups I've ever read. Its cheeky, hysterical ,typical fail that turns steamy until the shampoo clears up and the mask comes off. Soooo good!! Nour is a rookie on the rise with superstitious game day routines that rival veteran legends. From the food, the TV show obsessions, the workouts and pre game sex ; he can't miss one step. The best butt in baseball (and legs lets be honest) are always the catcher. And Jillian has taken notice but he's her older brothers teammate. That leads to clandestine meetings on rain delay games and dog walks. Its all here for you and you'll not put it down. Another fun sports romance with forbidden match and a bit of drama. I need Marks and Linda's story too!!!
July 4, 2024
Finding your unicorn
This caught all my “feels” right from page one. I loved the sassy humour from both Nour and Jillian. Their app messages and his pre-game superstitious rituals were great fun. The real world tension between them and the lingering trust issues from their pasts provided great insight into their personalities.
I loved the family atmosphere between the teammates and extended family. The Hart family are beautifully tight-knit, supportive and their inclusiveness extended to the whole team, with some fun and surprising moments.
From secrets, over-protective big brothers, University and life plan decisions, estranged Uyar family drama and danger, threats and attacks and all throughout a developing romance that could threaten the stability of the whole team.
Realistic, steamy and cute, with tension, angst, drama, twists, emotion and humour, wonderfully brought together with a very satisfying HEA.
Although this can be read as a stand-alone, I really recommend reading the whole series to make it easier to keep track of the characters and their dynamics.
I’m so very looking forward to the next book in this awesome series.
Thank you to the author and Wordsmith Publicity.
This caught all my “feels” right from page one. I loved the sassy humour from both Nour and Jillian. Their app messages and his pre-game superstitious rituals were great fun. The real world tension between them and the lingering trust issues from their pasts provided great insight into their personalities.
I loved the family atmosphere between the teammates and extended family. The Hart family are beautifully tight-knit, supportive and their inclusiveness extended to the whole team, with some fun and surprising moments.
From secrets, over-protective big brothers, University and life plan decisions, estranged Uyar family drama and danger, threats and attacks and all throughout a developing romance that could threaten the stability of the whole team.
Realistic, steamy and cute, with tension, angst, drama, twists, emotion and humour, wonderfully brought together with a very satisfying HEA.
Although this can be read as a stand-alone, I really recommend reading the whole series to make it easier to keep track of the characters and their dynamics.
I’m so very looking forward to the next book in this awesome series.
Thank you to the author and Wordsmith Publicity.
July 21, 2024
Loved Nour and Jillian. Nour has a lot of game day rituals he has to do in order to have a good game. From his breakfast food to his yoga class, certain things must be done in a certain order to ensure his and his team's success. One part of his ritual is giving him a problem since he had to move into CeCe's house, along with everyone else in Slugger Row. It is a little difficult to get 'alone time' to, er, take things in hand. Of course, it would be even better to hook up, but with who? Answer? Anonymous dating app. No names, no expectations. Perfect.
Jillian Hart has had not one, but two overprotective brothers keeping her from getting any action. She is going to have to take drastic measures if she doesn't want to remain a virgin forever. Answer? Yep, anonymous dating app.
Like all of MJ's books, there are a lot of things happening in the background of the love story. I'll leave you to sort through those and just say that Nour has to add a few things to his ritual after figuring out that his hookup is his best friend's sister and he still can't stop thinking about her. As for Jillian, she makes a few life-changing discoveries of her own. Enjoy. I was given an advanced copy of this book by the author. My review is voluntary.
Jillian Hart has had not one, but two overprotective brothers keeping her from getting any action. She is going to have to take drastic measures if she doesn't want to remain a virgin forever. Answer? Yep, anonymous dating app.
Like all of MJ's books, there are a lot of things happening in the background of the love story. I'll leave you to sort through those and just say that Nour has to add a few things to his ritual after figuring out that his hookup is his best friend's sister and he still can't stop thinking about her. As for Jillian, she makes a few life-changing discoveries of her own. Enjoy. I was given an advanced copy of this book by the author. My review is voluntary.
June 28, 2024
Another great story of the Jersey Jags, Catching Feels is the 4th book in the series, and is about Rome and Hudson's little sister, Jillian, and the Jags catcher, Nour. It can be read alone, but I think it's probably best read as a part of the series, as lots of the characters carry over from one story to the next. It's a spicy brother's best friend, hidden identity, one night stand, found family, baseball romance, with a virgin FMC who has it all under control, and an emotionally scarred, playboy MMC who can't stop thinking about her.
This is one I started and didn't put down until I was finished, which meant that I stayed up wayyy too late last night. I enjoyed reading more about the Hart family, and I can't wait to read Hudson's story next! It was also interesting learning about Nour and his family and past. There was tension and the usual concern of what will happen when everyone finds out, as well as intense and suspenseful parts that kept me turning the pages. I would definitely recommend this one for sports romance lovers!
Thanks to the author and to Wordsmith Publicity for my gifted ARC. I am voluntarily sharing my honest review.
This is one I started and didn't put down until I was finished, which meant that I stayed up wayyy too late last night. I enjoyed reading more about the Hart family, and I can't wait to read Hudson's story next! It was also interesting learning about Nour and his family and past. There was tension and the usual concern of what will happen when everyone finds out, as well as intense and suspenseful parts that kept me turning the pages. I would definitely recommend this one for sports romance lovers!
Thanks to the author and to Wordsmith Publicity for my gifted ARC. I am voluntarily sharing my honest review.
July 14, 2024
Catching Feels #4 in Rounding the Bases Series by MJ Fields
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
🌶️🌶️🌶️
Tropes
Sports romance - Baseball
One night (no names + a mask)
Secret identity
Virg*n heroine
Brother’s best friend
The fourth book in the series was a fun read with a few little twists and turns along the way. Jillian (Roman’s sister) is feisty and confident which I loved (mostly). Nour had also been in previous books but had still been quite a mystery so it was great to read his story and find out more about his background. And wow, what a messy history he has!
He hasn’t been playing well since moving from the minors and decides it’s because he needs to hook up more regularly. Jillian also feels it’s time to hook up and uses this opportunity as an experiment. Both use the app and without realising it, match and message each other having no idea that this is a recipe for disaster!
The chemistry they share is hot and I love a guy who can dirty talk, Nour does not let me down! The misunderstandings were funny reading from a dual pov made it even better!
I highly recommend reading this series of interconnected standalones with guaranteed HEAs.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
🌶️🌶️🌶️
Tropes
Sports romance - Baseball
One night (no names + a mask)
Secret identity
Virg*n heroine
Brother’s best friend
The fourth book in the series was a fun read with a few little twists and turns along the way. Jillian (Roman’s sister) is feisty and confident which I loved (mostly). Nour had also been in previous books but had still been quite a mystery so it was great to read his story and find out more about his background. And wow, what a messy history he has!
He hasn’t been playing well since moving from the minors and decides it’s because he needs to hook up more regularly. Jillian also feels it’s time to hook up and uses this opportunity as an experiment. Both use the app and without realising it, match and message each other having no idea that this is a recipe for disaster!
The chemistry they share is hot and I love a guy who can dirty talk, Nour does not let me down! The misunderstandings were funny reading from a dual pov made it even better!
I highly recommend reading this series of interconnected standalones with guaranteed HEAs.
July 1, 2024
I have yet to find a book that Ms Fields has written that I did not like and this new installment in this series is no exception.
In this installment we get Nour and Jillian's story. Nour a baseball player who is also the best friend of Jillian's brother, meets her though a hook up app but in the end gets more that he expected.
Jillian has been hyper focused on her studies and has missed out on life. While waiting to go to her backup plan college she tries to figure out why she is not as happy as others her age.
The pair have chemistry that was off the charts as they keep their relationship a secret until they can't especially when feelings become realized. I enjoyed their interactions with each other and I especially enjoyed the brief appearances by the Steele clan.
Overall, I could not get enough of this book as I could not wait to see what happened next with this pair. I had a hard time putting it down and doing real life once I started it and found it to be a great addition to this series.
In this installment we get Nour and Jillian's story. Nour a baseball player who is also the best friend of Jillian's brother, meets her though a hook up app but in the end gets more that he expected.
Jillian has been hyper focused on her studies and has missed out on life. While waiting to go to her backup plan college she tries to figure out why she is not as happy as others her age.
The pair have chemistry that was off the charts as they keep their relationship a secret until they can't especially when feelings become realized. I enjoyed their interactions with each other and I especially enjoyed the brief appearances by the Steele clan.
Overall, I could not get enough of this book as I could not wait to see what happened next with this pair. I had a hard time putting it down and doing real life once I started it and found it to be a great addition to this series.
July 9, 2024
This is my first MJ Fields book, I believe. It may not be, but I don't remember honestly, and I did enjoy this book. The characters were good, and their chemistry was good as well. In this book, we have Nour and Jillian. Nour is best friends with Roman, the 2nd baseman for the Jersey Jags and Jillian’s older brother. Brother's best friend romance, yes, please. Jillian has 2 overprotective brothers, including Roman and Hudson, who make sure that Jillian never had a boyfriend. Yep, those 2 overbearing guys scare them all away. Jillian also has some trust issues where she's always questioning if someone likes her or just wants to get close to her brothers. I loved how Nour and Jillian met in this book. So how do they meet? A singles hookup app. They have some really good banter with each other, and their hook up was so funny. You have to read this to see how funny it was. I'll just say a hilarious mask is involved. I cried, laughing at it. Overall, this book had some things that I liked and something that I didn't really understand/care for. Would I read it again? Maybe.
August 21, 2024
Back in the world of the Jags with Rounding the Bases book 4 - Catching Feels which is Nour & Jillian’s story
Jillian, having an existential crisis not having got straight into her top two preferred colleges only on the waitlist, especially as the younger sister to two brothers who are professional athletes. So in the name of research she decides losing her V card to test the theory on whether this is why other young females are ‘happier’, she decides the way to go is to sign up to dating app.
Nour is a hitter in the Jags baseball team and looking for some ‘action’ without any ties signs up to dating app Flingshot, just a bit of fun he thought and what a match he got with his first pick!
Seriously there’s parts to this book that had me LOL, but there was definitely a lot of angst and some serious chemistry. But it’s not without its hurdles, the big one realising Ian is the younger sister of his teammate Rome!
I absolutely loved these two, this series just gets better and better and I can't wait for the next book.
Jillian, having an existential crisis not having got straight into her top two preferred colleges only on the waitlist, especially as the younger sister to two brothers who are professional athletes. So in the name of research she decides losing her V card to test the theory on whether this is why other young females are ‘happier’, she decides the way to go is to sign up to dating app.
Nour is a hitter in the Jags baseball team and looking for some ‘action’ without any ties signs up to dating app Flingshot, just a bit of fun he thought and what a match he got with his first pick!
Seriously there’s parts to this book that had me LOL, but there was definitely a lot of angst and some serious chemistry. But it’s not without its hurdles, the big one realising Ian is the younger sister of his teammate Rome!
I absolutely loved these two, this series just gets better and better and I can't wait for the next book.
July 3, 2024
Seppy's 5-Star Review:
This is Nour Uyar and Jillian Hart. Nour is the 2nd Baseman for the Jersey Jags and his best friend is Roman Hart. Jillian is Roman and Hudson's younger sister. Jillian's brothers are very overbearingly protective of Jillian but her mom told the boys to give her room to grow and bloom. Nour and Jillian start chatting on a hook-up app and agree to meet up for a night of fun. The banter was witty and fun. The hook-up doesn't go perfectly as she planned; she ends up wearing a unicorn mask. When she realizes who her mystery hook-up is she freaks out thinking the worst and runs. What happens when Nour discovers who his amazing unicorn hook-up was?
I loved this one. Nour and Jillian are amazing together and I love their banter. I love Jillian and her heart of gold and Nour is crazy superstitious which leads to some great things. I love this series and enjoyed reading about Roman's little sister. I wanted more of them. I was hooked.
July 12, 2024
I received an eARC from WordSmith PR. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
In this last book in the Jersey Jags series, I was sad a few times. Mostly because this world has become a home in the first three books, so I was mourning in a sense that I wouldn't be returning. But I have a feeling it won't be completely left behind - I don't think we've seen the last of these characters!
After what was supposed to be an anonymous hookup to loose her virginity, Jillian is surprised to learn she slept with her brother's teammate - one who just happens to be one of his best friends. Oops. Try as she might, she tries to keep it a secret, but soon Nour figures out who he hooked up with. And he wants to hook up some more.
This story was full of angst and steam. It oozes from Jillian and Nour whenever they were around each other. And when push came to shove, and Nour had to protect his own, he was completely all in.
In this last book in the Jersey Jags series, I was sad a few times. Mostly because this world has become a home in the first three books, so I was mourning in a sense that I wouldn't be returning. But I have a feeling it won't be completely left behind - I don't think we've seen the last of these characters!
After what was supposed to be an anonymous hookup to loose her virginity, Jillian is surprised to learn she slept with her brother's teammate - one who just happens to be one of his best friends. Oops. Try as she might, she tries to keep it a secret, but soon Nour figures out who he hooked up with. And he wants to hook up some more.
This story was full of angst and steam. It oozes from Jillian and Nour whenever they were around each other. And when push came to shove, and Nour had to protect his own, he was completely all in.
June 30, 2024
💕 A “grown woman doing grown up woman things…” including catching feelings for the hot catcher! 💕
I think Nour is my favourite in this entire series!! I love how superstitious he is and that he MUST follow his list before a game, the amount of personal sacrifice and commitment there is to that is so charming and endearing!!
Jillian is a unicorn in so many different ways, she is bound and determined to prove herself as strong and independent to not only her brothers but most importantly to herself! I believe she does and she stands up for who she is and is able to be so much more to so many💕 being a “grown woman doing grown up woman things…” 💕
Ultimately the pair are adorable together but Nour stole my heart! Loved this series and really loved this one. MJ did it again and I can’t wait to see what happens to Hunter in her next series.
I think Nour is my favourite in this entire series!! I love how superstitious he is and that he MUST follow his list before a game, the amount of personal sacrifice and commitment there is to that is so charming and endearing!!
Jillian is a unicorn in so many different ways, she is bound and determined to prove herself as strong and independent to not only her brothers but most importantly to herself! I believe she does and she stands up for who she is and is able to be so much more to so many💕 being a “grown woman doing grown up woman things…” 💕
Ultimately the pair are adorable together but Nour stole my heart! Loved this series and really loved this one. MJ did it again and I can’t wait to see what happens to Hunter in her next series.
July 1, 2024
4.5 Stars
It's Nour's turn and boy do I love myself catchers. I couldn't wait to dive into this one. If you are a fan of this series you do not want to miss out on this one. Both Nour and Jillian just looking for a hook up, but there is no denying the chemistry and connection. Things are a little complicated to say the least because Jillian is the sister of one of Nour's teammates. We get to know some of the other players a bit more. Plus to my delight we get to see some in their HEAs. What I love most about this whole series is the intertangling of found family. These characters just pull me into the book. It was so hard to put this book down when I had to let life interrupt. MJ Fields has the magic touch when she writes. Another winner!! I want the next book now so I will impatiently be waiting for it.
It's Nour's turn and boy do I love myself catchers. I couldn't wait to dive into this one. If you are a fan of this series you do not want to miss out on this one. Both Nour and Jillian just looking for a hook up, but there is no denying the chemistry and connection. Things are a little complicated to say the least because Jillian is the sister of one of Nour's teammates. We get to know some of the other players a bit more. Plus to my delight we get to see some in their HEAs. What I love most about this whole series is the intertangling of found family. These characters just pull me into the book. It was so hard to put this book down when I had to let life interrupt. MJ Fields has the magic touch when she writes. Another winner!! I want the next book now so I will impatiently be waiting for it.
July 1, 2024
Rating: 4/5 🌟
Spice: 2.5/5 🌶️
Characters: Nour and Jillian
Jillian has been completely focused on her education. Now that she has graduated and is waiting for her graduate school acceptance letter, she has decided to have some fun and experience life a bit more. For that she has decided to turn to a hookup app.
Nour is a professional baseball player. He uses the app in an attempt to release some stress and improve his game.
It leads to them to each other.
This was a fun read. They had fantastic chemistry, great banter, and great steam. I absolutely adored Nour and his superstitions. And I loved that Jillian was so dedicated to her wants and future. The family drama and drama surrounding their secret relationship kept the book moving forward quickly. It's an easy read, it just felt like it ended too quickly for me.
This is a great addition to the series.
Spice: 2.5/5 🌶️
Characters: Nour and Jillian
Jillian has been completely focused on her education. Now that she has graduated and is waiting for her graduate school acceptance letter, she has decided to have some fun and experience life a bit more. For that she has decided to turn to a hookup app.
Nour is a professional baseball player. He uses the app in an attempt to release some stress and improve his game.
It leads to them to each other.
This was a fun read. They had fantastic chemistry, great banter, and great steam. I absolutely adored Nour and his superstitions. And I loved that Jillian was so dedicated to her wants and future. The family drama and drama surrounding their secret relationship kept the book moving forward quickly. It's an easy read, it just felt like it ended too quickly for me.
This is a great addition to the series.
July 1, 2024
Jillian is disappointed that all of her efforts to ensure that she gets into a school of her choosing have not turned out the way she wanted. She is regretting on all the experiences she has missed out on however her decision to join a dating app and have a little fun takes a twist when she is matched with Nour, one of her brother’s friends.
Nour is a professional baseball player who is having difficulty with his play on the diamond. He decides he needs a little stress relief, so he joins a dating app but finding out he is matched with Jillian is a surprise he didn’t see coming.
What brought Jillian and Nour together was supposed to be one night of fun as neither was looking for love however their hearts had different ideas. The banter between them was entertaining, the romance between them was endearing and there is just enough turmoil to keep things interesting.
Nour is a professional baseball player who is having difficulty with his play on the diamond. He decides he needs a little stress relief, so he joins a dating app but finding out he is matched with Jillian is a surprise he didn’t see coming.
What brought Jillian and Nour together was supposed to be one night of fun as neither was looking for love however their hearts had different ideas. The banter between them was entertaining, the romance between them was endearing and there is just enough turmoil to keep things interesting.
July 1, 2024
#UnicornMask #Forbidden #Brother’sBestFriend #GTO #SMS
Catching Feels: Brothers Best Friend, Forbidden, Sports romance (Rounding The Bases Book 4) M J Fields is a baseball romance between the NLB catcher, Nour for the Jersey Jags, and Jillian, his best friend, and baseman Roman Pope’s little sister. After Jillian and Nour sign up for a hook-up site and are matched, they begin an online banner leading to a one-night stand where Jillian wears a unicorn mask since she has something in her eye and doesn’t want to be recognized. Before Jillian left and got a look at her hook-up, she realized it was Nour, so she snuck out of the room and blocked him on the dating site. M J Fields writes a romance with suspenseful surprises, and plot twists intertwine, creating a story that will take you on an emotional journey with the characters.
Catching Feels: Brothers Best Friend, Forbidden, Sports romance (Rounding The Bases Book 4) M J Fields is a baseball romance between the NLB catcher, Nour for the Jersey Jags, and Jillian, his best friend, and baseman Roman Pope’s little sister. After Jillian and Nour sign up for a hook-up site and are matched, they begin an online banner leading to a one-night stand where Jillian wears a unicorn mask since she has something in her eye and doesn’t want to be recognized. Before Jillian left and got a look at her hook-up, she realized it was Nour, so she snuck out of the room and blocked him on the dating site. M J Fields writes a romance with suspenseful surprises, and plot twists intertwine, creating a story that will take you on an emotional journey with the characters.
July 2, 2024
Jillian and Nour meet anonymously on a hook-up dating app, not realizing who the other person really is. Nour is a MLB player, teammates and best friends with her brother Roman. Once they find out, they know that nothing more can happen, but they really want something to happen. Nour is a baseball player who respects all his superstitious routines on game day so when sexy/flirty interactions with Jillian improves his game, how can they stop?
I have read all the other books in this series and loved them all. This could work as a stand alone but best if read in conjunction with the others. I felt like this book had a lot more subplots - things related to Nour and his family, Mama Hart, some of Nour’s teammates. It was a lot to follow at times but a good book overall.
I read an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
I have read all the other books in this series and loved them all. This could work as a stand alone but best if read in conjunction with the others. I felt like this book had a lot more subplots - things related to Nour and his family, Mama Hart, some of Nour’s teammates. It was a lot to follow at times but a good book overall.
I read an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
July 4, 2024
Catching Feels is exactly what you will do when you read the journey that Nour and Jillian take. Their story is fun, flirty, steamy and everything in between. The banter between these two is so unique and one that has you smiling more and more. The chemistry between the two is electric and even though these two are testing a theory the way they react shows that feelings were always there simmering beneath the surface. There was some suspense, angst and drama that adds another level of draw to their story and has you unable to put this one down. Nour will steal your heart in the way that he is willing to walk away from everything to ensure he can be with the one person who has shown him what love really is. These two will steal your heart and show you that romance and catching feels can be so much fun.
July 4, 2024
I absolutely loved reading this book.
Jillian is trying to prove to herself and everyone around, especially her older brothers Rome and Hudson, that she is a strong independent woman. So she signs up on a hookup app and what a night she has.
Nour plays for the Jags and is best friends with Rome but doesn't want a relationship so signs up on a hookup app and now after 1 night he can't stop thinking about his date.
The chemistry between them is electric but it's against the unspoken rules to go after a teammates sister.
They can't seem to stay away from each other and when trouble comes looking for Jillian Nour is there to get her to safety.
Loved their banter and they were perfect together but can they get their hea with everything against them?
Loved the ending and can't wait for Hudsons book.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.
Jillian is trying to prove to herself and everyone around, especially her older brothers Rome and Hudson, that she is a strong independent woman. So she signs up on a hookup app and what a night she has.
Nour plays for the Jags and is best friends with Rome but doesn't want a relationship so signs up on a hookup app and now after 1 night he can't stop thinking about his date.
The chemistry between them is electric but it's against the unspoken rules to go after a teammates sister.
They can't seem to stay away from each other and when trouble comes looking for Jillian Nour is there to get her to safety.
Loved their banter and they were perfect together but can they get their hea with everything against them?
Loved the ending and can't wait for Hudsons book.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 14, 2024
The aftermath of a hookup through an app goes incredibly wrong on so May levels. Things gradually get better, much of it due to Nour’s game day superstitious. Nour and Jillian have a lot to overcome, a lot of it due to hangups, but also her brothers. She is definitely the difficult one in the scheme of things, but her brothers are not far behind. Nour wants what he wants and he wants Jillian. Their meeting in secret keeps things interesting, but that is a bad look when it comes to her brothers—Rome is very vocal about that and has very valid points. I love that both Nour and Jillian know exactly when they fell in love and it is the same night. I am eagerly awaiting what happens with Bennett. I think things will get ugly for him before they get better, especially given his history with women and his views in the future with them.
I received a free copy of this book.
I received a free copy of this book.
June 30, 2024
I volunteered to read and review an advanced readers copy of Catching Feels . I love this story . It's outstanding ! Jillian Hart little sister of two alpha overprotective professional athletes still is a virgin . She decides to do her own research project ,when she's placed on a waiting list to her two chosen universities . The project is based on her belief that it's sex not love . She sets out to have sex with a stranger and not develope feelings . Of course she never set out to have sex with a teammate of one of her brothers much less fall in love . This story is delightful and full of laughs and emotional moments and it's steamy with a bit of suspense . I love all the characters and having the Steels included . I could not put it down . I highly recommend taking the time to read .
July 1, 2024
Catching Feels: Brothers Best Friend, Forbidden, Sports romance (Rounding The Bases Book 4) M J Fields is a baseball romance between the NLB catcher, Nour for the Jersey Jags, and Jillian, his best friend, and baseman Roman Pope’s little sister. After Jillian and Nour sign up for a hook-up site and are matched, they begin an online banner leading to a one-night stand where Jillian wears a unicorn mask since she has something in her eye and doesn’t want to be recognized. Before Jillian left and got a look at her hook-up, she realized it was Nour, so she snuck out of the room and blocked him on the dating site. M J Fields writes a romance with suspenseful surprises, and plot twists intertwine, creating a story that will take you on an emotional journey with the characters.
July 5, 2024
Roman Hart (Stealing Second, book #2) for his HEA & now it’s time for his little sister Jillian to get hers…
Jillian Hart is a planner but some things don’t go as planned. Determined not to miss out on the things she’s been missing out on, she makes a plan about taking control of her love life far, far away from the prying eyes of her two big brother (both professional athletes) who give off touch her and die vibes to any male in her vicinity. She just wants to experience life on her own terms, she doesn’t want love or to catch feels, just to have something for herself that no-one knows about. Turns out Nour Uyar, her brothers best friend and Jersey Jags teammate, is also using the same hookup app as she is. But catching feels is exactly what happens for Jillian & Nour.
Jillian Hart is a planner but some things don’t go as planned. Determined not to miss out on the things she’s been missing out on, she makes a plan about taking control of her love life far, far away from the prying eyes of her two big brother (both professional athletes) who give off touch her and die vibes to any male in her vicinity. She just wants to experience life on her own terms, she doesn’t want love or to catch feels, just to have something for herself that no-one knows about. Turns out Nour Uyar, her brothers best friend and Jersey Jags teammate, is also using the same hookup app as she is. But catching feels is exactly what happens for Jillian & Nour.
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