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Nashville Rampage #1
Make the Play
NYT and USA Today Bestselling author Kaylee Ryan brings you a new standalone series surrounding the Nashville Rampage football team. Make the Play is a brother's best friend, forbidden, secret relationship romance.
Corie
Knox Beckett is heartbreak in a helmet. He’s also my brother’s best friend, and so far out of my league, he's untouchable.
But a few stolen glances turn into a welcome home that blindsides us both.
The rules are clear. We just chose not to follow them.
Now we’re sneaking around like we’re running a trick play, hooking up behind closed doors, and pretending our actions don’t have the power to blow up our lives.
Knox is under my skin and tackling his way into my heart. Ready or not, it's time we make the play.
Knox
She’s the last girl I’m allowed to want—my best friend’s little sister. She’s all grown up and looking at me in invitation.
The second Corie crashes into me, with her tanned, toned skin, in a barely there bikini, I know I’m in trouble.
I shouldn’t look. And I sure as hell shouldn’t touch. My hands are already on her waist, one second longer, and I’ll do something we both might regret.
What I do is even worse. I help her land a job working for the team. My team.
Now I can’t get her out of my mind, or my way. And keeping my hands to myself is a penalty waiting to happen. Because Corie isn’t just off-limits—she’s one line I swore I’d never cross, yet I’m sprinting toward it.
I’d risk the season—my entire career—for her just to make the play.
Corie
Knox Beckett is heartbreak in a helmet. He’s also my brother’s best friend, and so far out of my league, he's untouchable.
But a few stolen glances turn into a welcome home that blindsides us both.
The rules are clear. We just chose not to follow them.
Now we’re sneaking around like we’re running a trick play, hooking up behind closed doors, and pretending our actions don’t have the power to blow up our lives.
Knox is under my skin and tackling his way into my heart. Ready or not, it's time we make the play.
Knox
She’s the last girl I’m allowed to want—my best friend’s little sister. She’s all grown up and looking at me in invitation.
The second Corie crashes into me, with her tanned, toned skin, in a barely there bikini, I know I’m in trouble.
I shouldn’t look. And I sure as hell shouldn’t touch. My hands are already on her waist, one second longer, and I’ll do something we both might regret.
What I do is even worse. I help her land a job working for the team. My team.
Now I can’t get her out of my mind, or my way. And keeping my hands to myself is a penalty waiting to happen. Because Corie isn’t just off-limits—she’s one line I swore I’d never cross, yet I’m sprinting toward it.
I’d risk the season—my entire career—for her just to make the play.
290 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 24, 2025
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About the author
Kaylee Ryan
98 books6,377 followersNew York Times and USA Today bestselling author Kaylee Ryan has earned the affectionate title of “Queen of Swoon” from her devoted readers. With over sixty romance novels to her name, Kaylee has built a beloved catalog of heartfelt stories that celebrate love in all its tender, emotional, and undeniably swoony forms. Her signature blend of charm, chemistry, and genuine happily-ever-afters has captivated readers around the world.
When she’s not crafting new love stories or dreaming up her next unforgettable couple, Kaylee can usually be found with a book in hand, fueling her creativity as a lifelong reader. She cherishes the time spent with her family and friends, embracing the moments that inspire the heart of her stories.
When she’s not crafting new love stories or dreaming up her next unforgettable couple, Kaylee can usually be found with a book in hand, fueling her creativity as a lifelong reader. She cherishes the time spent with her family and friends, embracing the moments that inspire the heart of her stories.
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October 26, 2025
4.5 but rounding up because they were cute and because I love when men aren’t disgusting pigs 🥰
Knox was so sweet and they were really cute together
Knox was so sweet and they were really cute together
July 18, 2025
“𝐈 𝐜𝐚𝐧’𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐞, 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐈’𝐦 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐞𝐱𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐈 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞.”
Kaylee Ryan does it again. This is the first book in her new series and I think it was the perfect way to kick it off. Brothers best friend…secret romance…football…no drama? It’s exactly what I needed in between some intense reads. And yes…is it following a predictable pattern? Of course…but who cares. The characters are amazing and THATS what makes this story so good.
Corie and Knox have known each other forever. There’s always been this spark…this pull between them. But she’s his best friends little sister and that’s not a line either of them are willing to cross. It trust me…they live for the stolen glances…the butterflies and flushed cheeks…secret moments….but…life moves on. Corie is off to college and Knox is off to becoming the one of the best NFL players in the league.
Years later, Corie is thrust back into Knox’ life when she’s back from college and working for the Nashville Rampage thanks to her brother. The minute Knox realises she’s back in his orbit, both of them struggle to stay away from each other. The tension that’s been building for years spills over, and even though they know it’s wrong for so many reasons, they can’t resist each other anymore.
The minute they allow themselves to truly be honest about their feelings for each other, it’s magic. Knox is a man who is down bad and isn’t afraid to show it. He’s always know that there was something about Corie that drew her to him…now that he has her in his arms? He’s never letting her go and he makes sure there’s no doubt about that in her mind. Corie finds true love and comfort in Knox…finally embracing the side of herself that always wanted him but was too afraid to cross that line. The minute they were together it was endgame for them both.
And don’t get me started on Knox in the bedroom 🥵🥵🥵 this man had ME blushing. Corie is one lucky lady 😉
The side characters in this book were just as amazing. You could see how Kaylee was setting them up for their own stories and adventures. I’m not going to lie…Corie’s brother Landry was EVERYTHING. The ultimate supportive brother and just a damn fine man at that. I can’t wait to get more on him 🥰
Thank you so much to Kaylee Ryan and Greys PR for the opportunity to ARC read this book 🩷
🏈Football Romance
🩷Brother’s Best Friend
🏈Forbidden
🩷Workplace Romance
🏈Cinnamon Roll MMC
🩷Sunshine FMC
🏈Mutual Pining
🩷SPICE
🏈Teammates Sister
🩷Quarterback Hero
🏈Dual POV
🩷Found Family
🏈No Drama
🩷Secret Relationship
🏈HEA
Kaylee Ryan does it again. This is the first book in her new series and I think it was the perfect way to kick it off. Brothers best friend…secret romance…football…no drama? It’s exactly what I needed in between some intense reads. And yes…is it following a predictable pattern? Of course…but who cares. The characters are amazing and THATS what makes this story so good.
Corie and Knox have known each other forever. There’s always been this spark…this pull between them. But she’s his best friends little sister and that’s not a line either of them are willing to cross. It trust me…they live for the stolen glances…the butterflies and flushed cheeks…secret moments….but…life moves on. Corie is off to college and Knox is off to becoming the one of the best NFL players in the league.
Years later, Corie is thrust back into Knox’ life when she’s back from college and working for the Nashville Rampage thanks to her brother. The minute Knox realises she’s back in his orbit, both of them struggle to stay away from each other. The tension that’s been building for years spills over, and even though they know it’s wrong for so many reasons, they can’t resist each other anymore.
The minute they allow themselves to truly be honest about their feelings for each other, it’s magic. Knox is a man who is down bad and isn’t afraid to show it. He’s always know that there was something about Corie that drew her to him…now that he has her in his arms? He’s never letting her go and he makes sure there’s no doubt about that in her mind. Corie finds true love and comfort in Knox…finally embracing the side of herself that always wanted him but was too afraid to cross that line. The minute they were together it was endgame for them both.
And don’t get me started on Knox in the bedroom 🥵🥵🥵 this man had ME blushing. Corie is one lucky lady 😉
The side characters in this book were just as amazing. You could see how Kaylee was setting them up for their own stories and adventures. I’m not going to lie…Corie’s brother Landry was EVERYTHING. The ultimate supportive brother and just a damn fine man at that. I can’t wait to get more on him 🥰
Thank you so much to Kaylee Ryan and Greys PR for the opportunity to ARC read this book 🩷
🏈Football Romance
🩷Brother’s Best Friend
🏈Forbidden
🩷Workplace Romance
🏈Cinnamon Roll MMC
🩷Sunshine FMC
🏈Mutual Pining
🩷SPICE
🏈Teammates Sister
🩷Quarterback Hero
🏈Dual POV
🩷Found Family
🏈No Drama
🩷Secret Relationship
🏈HEA
July 10, 2025
brother’s best friend
BBF stories can go in different directions. The connection between the characters was questionable. I didn’t see a connection, just an attraction to each other. They never really spoke to each other. It was a bit rushed. I couldn’t understand why they just didn’t tell the football admins of their relationship and tell them to keep it under wraps from her brother. That would have secured her job. I can’t imagine the team would get rid of him because they didn’t tell anyone. He is supposedly the best QB.
BBF stories can go in different directions. The connection between the characters was questionable. I didn’t see a connection, just an attraction to each other. They never really spoke to each other. It was a bit rushed. I couldn’t understand why they just didn’t tell the football admins of their relationship and tell them to keep it under wraps from her brother. That would have secured her job. I can’t imagine the team would get rid of him because they didn’t tell anyone. He is supposedly the best QB.
June 23, 2025
“Make the Play” by Kaylee Ryan is a phenomenal summer romance—fun, flirty, and filled with just the right amount of forbidden love. As the first book in a new standalone series set around the Nashville Rampage football team, it delivers everything fans of sports (Football) romance could want, with a sizzling brother’s best friend trope at its core.
Corie and Knox’s chemistry is undeniable from the very first page. Corie is relatable and charming, and her internal struggle between loyalty to her brother and her growing feelings for Knox feels authentic. Knox, meanwhile, is the perfect blend of protective and vulnerable—a football QB star who finds himself completely blindsided by love from Corrie!!
Ryan does a fantastic job building up the tension between these two, making every stolen glance and secret rendezvous feel electric. The football backdrop adds excitement without overshadowing the romance, and the supporting cast (especially Corie’s brother, Landry and best friend, Sloane) brings humor and heart to the story.
While the plot follows some familiar beats—secrets, forbidden love, and the inevitable fallout—the execution is fresh and engaging. The pacing is brisk, the dialogue snappy, and the emotional payoff is satisfying.
“Make the Play” is the perfect book to start off my summer reading. It’s sweet, sexy, and impossible to put down. Fans of sports romance and forbidden love stories will definitely want to add this one to their TBR!
Corie and Knox’s chemistry is undeniable from the very first page. Corie is relatable and charming, and her internal struggle between loyalty to her brother and her growing feelings for Knox feels authentic. Knox, meanwhile, is the perfect blend of protective and vulnerable—a football QB star who finds himself completely blindsided by love from Corrie!!
Ryan does a fantastic job building up the tension between these two, making every stolen glance and secret rendezvous feel electric. The football backdrop adds excitement without overshadowing the romance, and the supporting cast (especially Corie’s brother, Landry and best friend, Sloane) brings humor and heart to the story.
While the plot follows some familiar beats—secrets, forbidden love, and the inevitable fallout—the execution is fresh and engaging. The pacing is brisk, the dialogue snappy, and the emotional payoff is satisfying.
“Make the Play” is the perfect book to start off my summer reading. It’s sweet, sexy, and impossible to put down. Fans of sports romance and forbidden love stories will definitely want to add this one to their TBR!
June 27, 2025
I tried but I just could not get into this book. For starters “Corie girl” was just ick. Add in the unnecessary drama/forbidden aspect, just could not make myself read the book. Aside from the brother’s best friend it wasn’t a forbidden workplace situation and Corie was too insecure for me. Made it to 40% and skimmed to the end incase I was to read the next one.
June 24, 2025
I loved this! It was a low angst, sweet, and fun romance about a professional footballer and his teammate's sister... I mean could there be anything better?
I LOVED how Knox always looked out for Corie, even in their much younger years. The moment he sees Corie again when she comes from college, you can just feel the sparks and connection they have.
It was interesting to see how it was all going to play out. I also enjoyed the minor characters! Laundry and Sloane added another fun layer to the story.
Make the Play is the kind of book that leaves you satisfied and looking forward to seeing what comes next.
I LOVED how Knox always looked out for Corie, even in their much younger years. The moment he sees Corie again when she comes from college, you can just feel the sparks and connection they have.
It was interesting to see how it was all going to play out. I also enjoyed the minor characters! Laundry and Sloane added another fun layer to the story.
Make the Play is the kind of book that leaves you satisfied and looking forward to seeing what comes next.
June 25, 2025
Aaaahhhhhh, this book was so dang good!!! The connection, the secret, the passion, the character development, the spice, all of it was so good.
Corie has just returned back from college and is living with her older brother. She doesn’t feel like it’s her home and she is determined to find a job and take care of herself. After losing her mother she has had a hard time with figuring out where home was and finding her place. She has also had a crush on Knox, the sexy QB, brother’s best friend and teammate. And now that she is back, he is there.
Knox is the number one quarterback in the league. His entire life is focused on football all the time. He is focused on keeping himself and trying to keep his teammates on track also. Everything starts to change when he bumps into Corie, his best friends little sister. He shouldn’t want to touch her. He shouldn’t want to kiss her. He shouldn’t be looking at her. But he is pulled to her and no matter what he does, he can’t stop it.
These two try everything they can to keep their distance, but they gravitate towards one another. They are constantly wanting to be near one another and touch each other. Corie thinks it’s just a “now” fling and eventually Knox will realize he can do better. But she has no idea that she is IT for him. He doesn’t have these thoughts when it comes to other women. But they are keeping it secret. They need to tell her brother and the team they both work for before it all blows up.
4⭐️
3🌶️
Corie has just returned back from college and is living with her older brother. She doesn’t feel like it’s her home and she is determined to find a job and take care of herself. After losing her mother she has had a hard time with figuring out where home was and finding her place. She has also had a crush on Knox, the sexy QB, brother’s best friend and teammate. And now that she is back, he is there.
Knox is the number one quarterback in the league. His entire life is focused on football all the time. He is focused on keeping himself and trying to keep his teammates on track also. Everything starts to change when he bumps into Corie, his best friends little sister. He shouldn’t want to touch her. He shouldn’t want to kiss her. He shouldn’t be looking at her. But he is pulled to her and no matter what he does, he can’t stop it.
These two try everything they can to keep their distance, but they gravitate towards one another. They are constantly wanting to be near one another and touch each other. Corie thinks it’s just a “now” fling and eventually Knox will realize he can do better. But she has no idea that she is IT for him. He doesn’t have these thoughts when it comes to other women. But they are keeping it secret. They need to tell her brother and the team they both work for before it all blows up.
4⭐️
3🌶️
June 26, 2025
RATING: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
SPICE: 🌶️🌶️
I am so addicted to this new series already and we are only on book one. I love Kaylee’s writing, and I love how quick and easy it is to get lost in her stories. Plus I’m always going to be a sucker for a football romance.
Also, Knox and Corie are everything. The QB and his Corie girl stole my heart.
✨Football Romance
✨ Brother’s best friend
✨ Secret Relationship
✨ Workplace Romance
✨ Cinnamon Roll MMC
Brother’s best friend. Especially in a sports romance is always always going to be one of my favorite tropes. And this one was just so cute. Knox and Corie were drawn to each other like magnets, but the minute they stopped fighting their attraction they were all in. But of course, it wouldn’t be a good brothers best friend romance if it wasn’t a secret would it 😂😂
I loved how this played out, and let me tell you, Corie’s brother Landry… I’m half in love with him already and it wasn’t that Ben his book. I loved his relationship with Corie almost as much as I loved hers with Knox.
This was just a complete good time and I can’t wait for more.
July 2, 2025
3.5 STARS
I can never resist brother's best friend and sports romances so it was a no brainer I was jumping on the occasion to read Make the Play. This read was sweet and lighthearted, no real drama. I truly enjoyed it, but at times it was a bit boring because it was too predictable. Still, Corie and Knox were a beautiful couple with the perfect chemistry. Their romance was lovely and cute. Knox was all in with his girl and truly swoon worthy. I loved all the supporting characters too. Landry was such a caring big brother, Sloane a supportive bestie, and the guys great friends. I'm definitely intrigued for the next books in the Nashville Rampage Series.
I can never resist brother's best friend and sports romances so it was a no brainer I was jumping on the occasion to read Make the Play. This read was sweet and lighthearted, no real drama. I truly enjoyed it, but at times it was a bit boring because it was too predictable. Still, Corie and Knox were a beautiful couple with the perfect chemistry. Their romance was lovely and cute. Knox was all in with his girl and truly swoon worthy. I loved all the supporting characters too. Landry was such a caring big brother, Sloane a supportive bestie, and the guys great friends. I'm definitely intrigued for the next books in the Nashville Rampage Series.
June 26, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
"𝘞𝘦 𝘮𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘣𝘦 𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶’𝘳𝘦 𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘦, 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦, 𝘪𝘯 𝘮𝘺 𝘩𝘰𝘮𝘦, 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵’𝘴 𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘢𝘳𝘦. 𝘠𝘰𝘶’𝘳𝘦 𝘮𝘺 𝘲𝘶𝘦𝘦𝘯, 𝘣𝘢𝘣𝘺, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘥𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘬𝘦𝘺𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘭𝘦.”
This was my first book by Kaylee and I loved it 😍 It book had me at Brothers Best Friend - a top-tier trope for me - and Chase Mattson on the cover 😏 Throw in football and I was sold!
Knox Beckett is the quarterback and team captain of the Rampage and is like the sweetest guy. Ever.
Corie Reynolds, little sister of Landrey Reynolds, who is the teammate and best friend of Knox, has always had a crush on Knox.
The forbidden, secret relationship that leads to all the stolen kisses and touches and moments together had me all kinds of giddy 🥰
I loved everything between Knox and Corie. These two care for each other, and are aware of the risks that come with them dating as they both work for the Rampage, but their feelings and visions for the future are so strong, that they're both okay with taking that risk.
I loved the found family feel between Corie, Landry, Knox, Sloane, and the rest of the guys. And also with Knox's big family! Sloane and Corie are the perfect best friends! Sloane was so supportive of Corie and Knox and I just loved that they had someone on their side while they figured things out together.
I can't wait to see what's in store for the rest of the series!
Thank you Valentine PR and Kaylee for the ARC! 💕
"𝘞𝘦 𝘮𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘣𝘦 𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶’𝘳𝘦 𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘦, 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦, 𝘪𝘯 𝘮𝘺 𝘩𝘰𝘮𝘦, 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵’𝘴 𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘢𝘳𝘦. 𝘠𝘰𝘶’𝘳𝘦 𝘮𝘺 𝘲𝘶𝘦𝘦𝘯, 𝘣𝘢𝘣𝘺, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘥𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘬𝘦𝘺𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘭𝘦.”
This was my first book by Kaylee and I loved it 😍 It book had me at Brothers Best Friend - a top-tier trope for me - and Chase Mattson on the cover 😏 Throw in football and I was sold!
Knox Beckett is the quarterback and team captain of the Rampage and is like the sweetest guy. Ever.
Corie Reynolds, little sister of Landrey Reynolds, who is the teammate and best friend of Knox, has always had a crush on Knox.
The forbidden, secret relationship that leads to all the stolen kisses and touches and moments together had me all kinds of giddy 🥰
I loved everything between Knox and Corie. These two care for each other, and are aware of the risks that come with them dating as they both work for the Rampage, but their feelings and visions for the future are so strong, that they're both okay with taking that risk.
I loved the found family feel between Corie, Landry, Knox, Sloane, and the rest of the guys. And also with Knox's big family! Sloane and Corie are the perfect best friends! Sloane was so supportive of Corie and Knox and I just loved that they had someone on their side while they figured things out together.
I can't wait to see what's in store for the rest of the series!
Thank you Valentine PR and Kaylee for the ARC! 💕
June 17, 2025
This book was a sports (football), brother’s best friend, workplace, forbidden love romance.
I really enjoyed this book so much I read it in 2 sittings, literally a few hours. I was impressed with this book. I started it and thought it was going to be predictable but Kaylee pleasantly surprised me.
It was a truly beautiful love story. Knox fell hard the minute he saw Corie after she returned from college to live with her brother Landry, Knox’s teammate and best friend. Corie gets a job with the team in the PR department. Team rules are relationships must be disclosed immediately. They decide to keep it to themselves until they are sure it’s the real deal. Corie pushing for after the season. But keeping secrets from the one’s they love is hard.
Knox was an unbelievably amazing book boyfriend. He fell hard fast. I loved that this was different in that they communicated, building a beautiful foundation that nothing could touch. Even Landry was mature and supportive to his sister’s dreams. They had issues to overcome but they did it together.
A great read and great start to a new series. I can’t wait for the next one!
I really enjoyed this book so much I read it in 2 sittings, literally a few hours. I was impressed with this book. I started it and thought it was going to be predictable but Kaylee pleasantly surprised me.
It was a truly beautiful love story. Knox fell hard the minute he saw Corie after she returned from college to live with her brother Landry, Knox’s teammate and best friend. Corie gets a job with the team in the PR department. Team rules are relationships must be disclosed immediately. They decide to keep it to themselves until they are sure it’s the real deal. Corie pushing for after the season. But keeping secrets from the one’s they love is hard.
Knox was an unbelievably amazing book boyfriend. He fell hard fast. I loved that this was different in that they communicated, building a beautiful foundation that nothing could touch. Even Landry was mature and supportive to his sister’s dreams. They had issues to overcome but they did it together.
A great read and great start to a new series. I can’t wait for the next one!
June 24, 2025
This is the first in a new series, and this is Knox and Corie’s story.
Knox is a star quarter back, and Corie’s brothers’ best friend and teammate, and she is strictly off limits. Corie moves in with her brother, and she and Knox cannot ignore the attraction between them, and they start dating in secrets.
This is a well written easy to read story, with found family, friendships, emotions, action, consequences, forbidden romance, secrets, challenges, tension, engaging and realistic characters, taking chances, undeniable chemistry, and love, which leads to an entertaining, football romance.
I look forward to reading more from this talented author whose work I highly recommend.
Knox is a star quarter back, and Corie’s brothers’ best friend and teammate, and she is strictly off limits. Corie moves in with her brother, and she and Knox cannot ignore the attraction between them, and they start dating in secrets.
This is a well written easy to read story, with found family, friendships, emotions, action, consequences, forbidden romance, secrets, challenges, tension, engaging and realistic characters, taking chances, undeniable chemistry, and love, which leads to an entertaining, football romance.
I look forward to reading more from this talented author whose work I highly recommend.
July 1, 2025
This book was such a delight to read! This is book one of a new series about professional football players. In this first one we have Knox who is all grown up from Unexpected Reality and his best friend’s sister. Corie was perfect for him and this was a sweet read with some great side characters. Knox was divine and times so swoony but so was his dad from Unexpected Reality. This book was well written and I am excited for more of this series.
June 23, 2025
ARC review! Releasing june 24th
Make the Play is the first in the Nashville Rampage series! What a great start!! I loved this one. Sports romance, best friends little sister, forced proximity. This one had so many good things. I love the story & the characters. Even the side characters had me sucked in. I can’t wait for more from this series!!
Make the Play is the first in the Nashville Rampage series! What a great start!! I loved this one. Sports romance, best friends little sister, forced proximity. This one had so many good things. I love the story & the characters. Even the side characters had me sucked in. I can’t wait for more from this series!!
July 6, 2025
Typically, I tend to stay away from the secret relationship trope. I used to love this trope, but then the outcome and reveal of the relationship would end the same way. Brother throws a hissy fit and makes life all about him instead of taking a step back and looking at the relationship for what it is…. So, when I saw that this trope would be part of Make The Play, I was a tad bit apprehensive about reading it. However, Kaylee Ryan flipped the script and I ended up loving every single moment of this book!
Let’s dive into what Make The Play is all about! Make The Play by Kaylee Ryan is the first book in the Nashville Rampage series. This first book focuses on the quarterback, Knox Beckett, and his best friend's younger sister, Corie Reynolds. The moment Knox ran into his best friend's younger sister, was the moment the stars aligned and fate had set its course for the two of them. And that’s all I’m going to say about the storyline to avoid small spoilers!
Now, let’s talk about these characters, starting with Corie Reynolds! Corie Reynolds has been through it all and needed an escape that her brother was willing to hand-deliver. I loved the close bond Corie and her brother, Landry, shared. Having an older brother myself, I loved the closeness and the familial vibe these two gave off. I also loved the fact that Corie was independently stubborn! Aside from a place to sleep, she refused to be a financial burden on her brother…. Mind you, the brother is a professional football player. I also loved her sweetheart personality. I loved the fact that she felt with her whole heart, which in this novel, didn’t always lead her in the right direction where decisions are concerned. I especially loved her relationship with her best friend Sloan! These two are each other’s ride or die!! My heart was so happy to see her find and experience true love for the first time. I felt the flutters in my stomach every time she set her eyes on Knox. It was the excitement and the need to be with him twenty-four seven that hit me hard! What can I say? I’m a sucker for the true love aspect!
And then we have Knox Beckett. This man screams number one book boyfriend! I loved her ambition and determination to be the best and stay the best quarterback in the league. I loved his dedication to the sport! But, I loved seeing something more important enter his life and I loved witnessing that ambition and dedication switch to Corie. My heart damn near fluttered out of my chest with every sweet word whispered. I adored this character and every good thing he represents! I also loved the strong brotherhood he has with his teammates and the close familial vibes he has with his sisters and his parents. Kaylee Ryan has a way of making her heroes shine bright!
The storyline was effortless and the connections and chemistry between every single character in this novel were off the charts! The hopeless romantic in me couldn’t put this one down! I need more books like this in my life and that’s why I decided to give Make The Play a full five-star rating! Whoop Whoop! I’m sitting on the edge of my seat in anticipation of what's to come in the Nashville Rampage series!
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Let’s dive into what Make The Play is all about! Make The Play by Kaylee Ryan is the first book in the Nashville Rampage series. This first book focuses on the quarterback, Knox Beckett, and his best friend's younger sister, Corie Reynolds. The moment Knox ran into his best friend's younger sister, was the moment the stars aligned and fate had set its course for the two of them. And that’s all I’m going to say about the storyline to avoid small spoilers!
Now, let’s talk about these characters, starting with Corie Reynolds! Corie Reynolds has been through it all and needed an escape that her brother was willing to hand-deliver. I loved the close bond Corie and her brother, Landry, shared. Having an older brother myself, I loved the closeness and the familial vibe these two gave off. I also loved the fact that Corie was independently stubborn! Aside from a place to sleep, she refused to be a financial burden on her brother…. Mind you, the brother is a professional football player. I also loved her sweetheart personality. I loved the fact that she felt with her whole heart, which in this novel, didn’t always lead her in the right direction where decisions are concerned. I especially loved her relationship with her best friend Sloan! These two are each other’s ride or die!! My heart was so happy to see her find and experience true love for the first time. I felt the flutters in my stomach every time she set her eyes on Knox. It was the excitement and the need to be with him twenty-four seven that hit me hard! What can I say? I’m a sucker for the true love aspect!
And then we have Knox Beckett. This man screams number one book boyfriend! I loved her ambition and determination to be the best and stay the best quarterback in the league. I loved his dedication to the sport! But, I loved seeing something more important enter his life and I loved witnessing that ambition and dedication switch to Corie. My heart damn near fluttered out of my chest with every sweet word whispered. I adored this character and every good thing he represents! I also loved the strong brotherhood he has with his teammates and the close familial vibes he has with his sisters and his parents. Kaylee Ryan has a way of making her heroes shine bright!
The storyline was effortless and the connections and chemistry between every single character in this novel were off the charts! The hopeless romantic in me couldn’t put this one down! I need more books like this in my life and that’s why I decided to give Make The Play a full five-star rating! Whoop Whoop! I’m sitting on the edge of my seat in anticipation of what's to come in the Nashville Rampage series!
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June 22, 2025
MAKE THE PLAY By Kaylee Ryan
Corie
Knox Beckett is heartbreak in a helmet. He’s also my brother’s best friend, and so far out of my league, he's untouchable.
But a few stolen glances turn into a welcome home that blindsides us both.
The rules are clear. We just chose not to follow them.
Now we’re sneaking around like we’re running a trick play, hooking up behind closed doors, and pretending our actions don’t have the power to blow up our lives.
Knox is under my skin and tackling his way into my heart. Ready or not, it's time we make the play.
Knox
She’s the last girl I’m allowed to want—my best friend’s little sister. She’s all grown up and looking at me in invitation.
The second Corie crashes into me, with her tanned, toned skin, in a barely there bikini, I know I’m in trouble.
I shouldn’t look. And I sure as hell shouldn’t touch. My hands are already on her waist, one second longer, and I’ll do something we both might regret.
What I do is even worse. I help her land a job working for the team. My team.
Now I can’t get her out of my mind, or my way. And keeping my hands to myself is a penalty waiting to happen. Because Corie isn’t just off-limits—she’s one line I swore I’d never cross, yet I’m sprinting toward it.
I’d risk the season—my entire career—for her just to make the play.
😊What i liked -
✔ Opposites Attract/Brothers Best Friend/Secret Relationship/Sports/Found Family.
✔I am in love yet again - I declare Knox to be my next book Husband.
✔ I loved Landry and Corie's relationship. Total hearts for this brother Sis duo.
✔ Loved Corie and Knox together. Their chemistry was oozing out of the pages.
✔ I agree with Knox - Sloane deserves a house for what she did. Loved Sloane's character.
✔ Fantastic characters (all of them), fun between pages and super low angsty - a good combo.
🤔What could have been better-
✔ Something too little to mention.
📚Who Should read :
👶Beginners
💝Romance Lover
💕Secret Relationship Romance
👪Found Family Romance
📈My Rating : 4.5/5
Thank you, Kaylee Ryan & Grey's Promotion , for a copy.
Corie
Knox Beckett is heartbreak in a helmet. He’s also my brother’s best friend, and so far out of my league, he's untouchable.
But a few stolen glances turn into a welcome home that blindsides us both.
The rules are clear. We just chose not to follow them.
Now we’re sneaking around like we’re running a trick play, hooking up behind closed doors, and pretending our actions don’t have the power to blow up our lives.
Knox is under my skin and tackling his way into my heart. Ready or not, it's time we make the play.
Knox
She’s the last girl I’m allowed to want—my best friend’s little sister. She’s all grown up and looking at me in invitation.
The second Corie crashes into me, with her tanned, toned skin, in a barely there bikini, I know I’m in trouble.
I shouldn’t look. And I sure as hell shouldn’t touch. My hands are already on her waist, one second longer, and I’ll do something we both might regret.
What I do is even worse. I help her land a job working for the team. My team.
Now I can’t get her out of my mind, or my way. And keeping my hands to myself is a penalty waiting to happen. Because Corie isn’t just off-limits—she’s one line I swore I’d never cross, yet I’m sprinting toward it.
I’d risk the season—my entire career—for her just to make the play.
😊What i liked -
✔ Opposites Attract/Brothers Best Friend/Secret Relationship/Sports/Found Family.
✔I am in love yet again - I declare Knox to be my next book Husband.
✔ I loved Landry and Corie's relationship. Total hearts for this brother Sis duo.
✔ Loved Corie and Knox together. Their chemistry was oozing out of the pages.
✔ I agree with Knox - Sloane deserves a house for what she did. Loved Sloane's character.
✔ Fantastic characters (all of them), fun between pages and super low angsty - a good combo.
🤔What could have been better-
✔ Something too little to mention.
📚Who Should read :
👶Beginners
💝Romance Lover
💕Secret Relationship Romance
👪Found Family Romance
📈My Rating : 4.5/5
Thank you, Kaylee Ryan & Grey's Promotion , for a copy.
October 20, 2025
4 stars for Knox and Corie.
I enjoyed this read. Knox is such a good book boyfriend. I loved him from beginning to end. He was all about Corie from the moment he sees her again. Shes all grown up and his best friends little sister but he can’t seem to stay away from her. He was down bad for her!!
I liked Corie as well. She was sweet and had a little insecurity about her that wasn’t too much. But she did annoy me when she kept saying their relationship needed to be a secret. Like this man is ready to tell the entire world that they are together but she kept saying, no, not yet, we can’t. It went on and on and on until almost the end of the book and it was beyond frustrating!! I also felt like their lying and the making stories up was so immature. I’m like um yall are making up these elaborate stories when you’re going to have to tell them eventually and it’s just kind of embarrassing how much they lied about their relationship.
Some of the dialogue was also super cheesy. Like a little too cheesy. I rolled my eyes a few times because it was just a little too much at some parts.
I loved the secondary characters. Sloane is literally the definition of ride or die. I would love to have her as my bestie. I kind of felt like their friendship was a little one sided though. Like she was ALWAYS there for Corie. From the beginning of the book to the end. Always supporting her, covering for her and listening to her problems but I didn’t feel like Corie extended the same to Sloane. She seemed like a meh friend in comparison to Sloane if I’m being honest. Everything seemed to be a pot Corie and what she was going through.
I also loved Landry and I’m definitely reading his book next. His reaction to finding out about their relationship made me love him even more. I can’t wait for Sloanes book as well. I’m wondering who she will end up with. I honestly hope it’s Foster.
NO CHEATING (not between MCs but FMC was cheated on by her ex)
NO OM DRAMA (he only has eyes and thoughts for her)
NO TRUE OM DRAMA
NO THIRD ACT BREAK UP
LOSS OF LOVE ONES (past)
HEA
I enjoyed this read. Knox is such a good book boyfriend. I loved him from beginning to end. He was all about Corie from the moment he sees her again. Shes all grown up and his best friends little sister but he can’t seem to stay away from her. He was down bad for her!!
I liked Corie as well. She was sweet and had a little insecurity about her that wasn’t too much. But she did annoy me when she kept saying their relationship needed to be a secret. Like this man is ready to tell the entire world that they are together but she kept saying, no, not yet, we can’t. It went on and on and on until almost the end of the book and it was beyond frustrating!! I also felt like their lying and the making stories up was so immature. I’m like um yall are making up these elaborate stories when you’re going to have to tell them eventually and it’s just kind of embarrassing how much they lied about their relationship.
Some of the dialogue was also super cheesy. Like a little too cheesy. I rolled my eyes a few times because it was just a little too much at some parts.
I loved the secondary characters. Sloane is literally the definition of ride or die. I would love to have her as my bestie. I kind of felt like their friendship was a little one sided though. Like she was ALWAYS there for Corie. From the beginning of the book to the end. Always supporting her, covering for her and listening to her problems but I didn’t feel like Corie extended the same to Sloane. She seemed like a meh friend in comparison to Sloane if I’m being honest. Everything seemed to be a pot Corie and what she was going through.
I also loved Landry and I’m definitely reading his book next. His reaction to finding out about their relationship made me love him even more. I can’t wait for Sloanes book as well. I’m wondering who she will end up with. I honestly hope it’s Foster.
NO CHEATING (not between MCs but FMC was cheated on by her ex)
NO OM DRAMA (he only has eyes and thoughts for her)
NO TRUE OM DRAMA
NO THIRD ACT BREAK UP
LOSS OF LOVE ONES (past)
HEA
June 14, 2025
I'm so glad I discovered Kaylee Ryan. Even though her books aren’t usually my style, I absolutely LOVE reading them. She has a way of warming my heart and touching my soul. What I love most is that her stories remind us that sometimes, good things really can happen to good people.
This book is truly amazing — real love, true friendship, genuine trust, and honesty. It's always hard for me to write a review for her books, because by the end, I’m left speechless.
These books are a must-read for everyone. They remind us to believe in the good, to look at the brighter side of life.
Here’s a small quote that left me completely speechless and one I know I’ll always remember:
-"The best things in life are the unexpected, Son. You take it one breath, one second, one minute, one hour, and one day at a time."
-"He told me that I own his heart. Has he said the words I love you? No, but he tells me every day. It's the way he looks at me, the way he touches me, the way he kisses me. He worries about me, and even though he wanted to come clean, he agreed not to. For me. So, no, he hasn't said the words, but his actions speak louder than any words of love he could scream at me."
-"One day, you'll have a woman reach into your chest and steal your heart. Only then will you know what it feels like to love someone more than anything else. You'll understand that seeing her happy is all you want out of life."
-"You're my everything. My person, and I want to spend the rest of my life with you. You're my home and I want to be yours."
-"Since losing my mom, I haven't felt like I had a home-a place to call mine. Then you came along, and I wanted to find my home in you so badly. I wanted it so bad, I was afraid to say the words out loud for the longest time." I place my hand on his cheek."
Releasing on June 24 — mark your calendars, you don’t want to miss it!!!!!
This book is truly amazing — real love, true friendship, genuine trust, and honesty. It's always hard for me to write a review for her books, because by the end, I’m left speechless.
These books are a must-read for everyone. They remind us to believe in the good, to look at the brighter side of life.
Here’s a small quote that left me completely speechless and one I know I’ll always remember:
-"The best things in life are the unexpected, Son. You take it one breath, one second, one minute, one hour, and one day at a time."
-"He told me that I own his heart. Has he said the words I love you? No, but he tells me every day. It's the way he looks at me, the way he touches me, the way he kisses me. He worries about me, and even though he wanted to come clean, he agreed not to. For me. So, no, he hasn't said the words, but his actions speak louder than any words of love he could scream at me."
-"One day, you'll have a woman reach into your chest and steal your heart. Only then will you know what it feels like to love someone more than anything else. You'll understand that seeing her happy is all you want out of life."
-"You're my everything. My person, and I want to spend the rest of my life with you. You're my home and I want to be yours."
-"Since losing my mom, I haven't felt like I had a home-a place to call mine. Then you came along, and I wanted to find my home in you so badly. I wanted it so bad, I was afraid to say the words out loud for the longest time." I place my hand on his cheek."
Releasing on June 24 — mark your calendars, you don’t want to miss it!!!!!
June 15, 2025
Make the Play by Kaylee Ryan (Arc Review)
To Be released June 24th!!! Mark your calendars now!
What its About: The Last thing Knox Beckett expects is to fall in love with his best friends little sister, Corie. Especially since Landry told the entire Rampage football team his sister is off limits. So when Corie returns his affections they try their best to keep it a secret until the season is over.
My Thoughts: 4.5/5 ❤️. I really enjoyed this book especially after the last book I read. I love a good sports romance and this had it all. Knox is a great book boyfriend. He is an amazing man with an amazing family. Corie is so blessed to have him taking care of her and loving her the way she deserves. I am super excited this is the start of an interconnected series. I honestly cant wait to see how the other guys end up. Also I can't leave out how much I adored Sloane (Corie's best friend)! She had Corie's best interest at heart and truly is a girl's girl. Every woman deserves a Sloane in their life.
Spice rating:🌶🌶🌶. Spice was not the main focus of the book but it definitely did not disappoint. Knox knows what he is doing with dirty talk 🥵.
Next in Series: Run the Play- Release August 2025.
Lastly thank you to @greyspromo for the chance to enjoy this Arc read. All of these thoughts and opinions are my own!
To Be released June 24th!!! Mark your calendars now!
What its About: The Last thing Knox Beckett expects is to fall in love with his best friends little sister, Corie. Especially since Landry told the entire Rampage football team his sister is off limits. So when Corie returns his affections they try their best to keep it a secret until the season is over.
My Thoughts: 4.5/5 ❤️. I really enjoyed this book especially after the last book I read. I love a good sports romance and this had it all. Knox is a great book boyfriend. He is an amazing man with an amazing family. Corie is so blessed to have him taking care of her and loving her the way she deserves. I am super excited this is the start of an interconnected series. I honestly cant wait to see how the other guys end up. Also I can't leave out how much I adored Sloane (Corie's best friend)! She had Corie's best interest at heart and truly is a girl's girl. Every woman deserves a Sloane in their life.
Spice rating:🌶🌶🌶. Spice was not the main focus of the book but it definitely did not disappoint. Knox knows what he is doing with dirty talk 🥵.
Next in Series: Run the Play- Release August 2025.
Lastly thank you to @greyspromo for the chance to enjoy this Arc read. All of these thoughts and opinions are my own!
July 2, 2025
OH MY GOSH! I freaking loved this book so much!😍 Knox Beckett is my man! I love him and Corie so much! I finished the book this morning and couldn't wait to read the epilogues, but it was time for me to go on my walk. So for my 45 minute walk, I read the epilogues and bonus chapter laughing, crying and falling even more in love. I even tripped, but it makes sense, because I felt hard for Knox Beckett!🫠
🏈Brother's Best Friend
🩷Forbidden
🏈Football Romance
🩷Workplace Romance
🏈Found Family
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“If I kiss you. I mean, really kiss you how I’ve been craving, I’m not sure I’ll be able to stop.”
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Review: This was my first book from Kaylee Ryan and it definitely won't be my last! It is also book 1 and such a great start to her new Nashville Rampage series. I am dying to get my hands on more from this world!
Corie Reynolds is back from college and living with her brother Landry while she searches for a job. Knox Beckett is the QB for the Nashville Rampage with her brother Landry. When these two crash into each other one night, they discover something they never expected. Oh my gosh, I fell so hard for these two! Their chemistry was undeniable, and I felt every emotion from these two, but mostly I had a huge smile on my face and was kicking my feet! The glances,the touches and the banter! My heart was so happy! Knox is literally perfection. A new book husband has entered the chat friends!😁 He came ready to storm the field and make your heart soar.
I loved Landry, Sloane, Baker, Reid and Foster. Plus, the whole Beckett family, I definitely want them to adopt me!🥹 I also just found out Unexpected Reality is about Knox's parents, and now I need to go read their story! I love the family they have created!🥹
This book was everything I needed and more!🥰
🏈Brother's Best Friend
🩷Forbidden
🏈Football Romance
🩷Workplace Romance
🏈Found Family
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“If I kiss you. I mean, really kiss you how I’ve been craving, I’m not sure I’ll be able to stop.”
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Review: This was my first book from Kaylee Ryan and it definitely won't be my last! It is also book 1 and such a great start to her new Nashville Rampage series. I am dying to get my hands on more from this world!
Corie Reynolds is back from college and living with her brother Landry while she searches for a job. Knox Beckett is the QB for the Nashville Rampage with her brother Landry. When these two crash into each other one night, they discover something they never expected. Oh my gosh, I fell so hard for these two! Their chemistry was undeniable, and I felt every emotion from these two, but mostly I had a huge smile on my face and was kicking my feet! The glances,the touches and the banter! My heart was so happy! Knox is literally perfection. A new book husband has entered the chat friends!😁 He came ready to storm the field and make your heart soar.
I loved Landry, Sloane, Baker, Reid and Foster. Plus, the whole Beckett family, I definitely want them to adopt me!🥹 I also just found out Unexpected Reality is about Knox's parents, and now I need to go read their story! I love the family they have created!🥹
This book was everything I needed and more!🥰
June 25, 2025
Great start to the series
Sweet, independent and real, Corie was a delightful character. I admired that she wanted to earn her own way and not rely on her brother, even though he was able to take care of her if needed.
I did find her a little frustrating at times because she was so unsure about things, but I could also understand, considering what she had been through.
Kaylee Ryan excels at writing men who fit their ladies perfectly. In this case, he was the "she is my reason and I am all in" man.
Knox paid close attention and seemed to be in tune with Corie from the moment they reconnected. Everything seemed easy and so natural between them, despite having to navigate some tricky situations.
I enjoyed the banter between the friend group, the sweet and steamy couple moments, meeting the entire Beckett entourage, and the way Landry surprised me with his relatively easy acceptance of everything.
"She’s my unexpected, and the reality is that she’s mine, and I’m hers, and where we go from here doesn’t matter as long as we’re together." This was a nice nod to Knox's parents, Ridge and Kendall and hit me right in the feels.
Very much looking forward to the next book in the series.
Sweet, independent and real, Corie was a delightful character. I admired that she wanted to earn her own way and not rely on her brother, even though he was able to take care of her if needed.
I did find her a little frustrating at times because she was so unsure about things, but I could also understand, considering what she had been through.
Kaylee Ryan excels at writing men who fit their ladies perfectly. In this case, he was the "she is my reason and I am all in" man.
Knox paid close attention and seemed to be in tune with Corie from the moment they reconnected. Everything seemed easy and so natural between them, despite having to navigate some tricky situations.
I enjoyed the banter between the friend group, the sweet and steamy couple moments, meeting the entire Beckett entourage, and the way Landry surprised me with his relatively easy acceptance of everything.
"She’s my unexpected, and the reality is that she’s mine, and I’m hers, and where we go from here doesn’t matter as long as we’re together." This was a nice nod to Knox's parents, Ridge and Kendall and hit me right in the feels.
Very much looking forward to the next book in the series.
July 1, 2025
Make the Play hits the spot if you want a quick, feel-good sports romance with a bit of secret heat. Knox is the star quarterback whose whole life revolves around football until Corie shows up and scrambles his perfect plan. She’s his best friend’s sister and off-limits, but the way they keep pulling back to each other makes it impossible to look away.
Corie’s easy to like. She’s back from college, trying to get her feet under her after losing her mom, and she’s never quite felt at home. Knox has always watched out for her, but now he wants more, even if he keeps telling himself he shouldn’t. Every glance and accidental brush of skin just builds the tension higher.
The football setting keeps things fun without stealing the show. The friends and teammates bring in just enough banter to balance the sweetness and the spice. It’s the kind of story that goes down fast and leaves you wanting to jump right into the next one. If you’re a fan of secret crushes, brother’s best friend trouble, and a hero who falls hard, this one does not disappoint.
Corie’s easy to like. She’s back from college, trying to get her feet under her after losing her mom, and she’s never quite felt at home. Knox has always watched out for her, but now he wants more, even if he keeps telling himself he shouldn’t. Every glance and accidental brush of skin just builds the tension higher.
The football setting keeps things fun without stealing the show. The friends and teammates bring in just enough banter to balance the sweetness and the spice. It’s the kind of story that goes down fast and leaves you wanting to jump right into the next one. If you’re a fan of secret crushes, brother’s best friend trouble, and a hero who falls hard, this one does not disappoint.
July 1, 2025
When I tell you I could not get enough of this book… i absolutely loved it!
Knox and Corie had a great brother’s best friend, forbidden romance story! It was cute, sweet, spicy and fun to read! Their story has sweet considerations, secret kisses, slow burn, him falling first, small secret romantic gestures…It was the kind of story that had the swooniest MMC that makes you giddy from how well he loves Corie. He wants to shout if from rooftops while also staying at her speed until she is ready for their world to be turned upside by the announcement going public. Between Knox, Corie and the great group of characters Kaylee Ryan put into this book along with them it made for such a great start to a new series. I cannot wait for the next book- hoping it is Landry’s! I can’t wait for it to be his turn to get knocked on his a$$ by whatever woman he is going to find forever with!
Knox and Corie had a great brother’s best friend, forbidden romance story! It was cute, sweet, spicy and fun to read! Their story has sweet considerations, secret kisses, slow burn, him falling first, small secret romantic gestures…It was the kind of story that had the swooniest MMC that makes you giddy from how well he loves Corie. He wants to shout if from rooftops while also staying at her speed until she is ready for their world to be turned upside by the announcement going public. Between Knox, Corie and the great group of characters Kaylee Ryan put into this book along with them it made for such a great start to a new series. I cannot wait for the next book- hoping it is Landry’s! I can’t wait for it to be his turn to get knocked on his a$$ by whatever woman he is going to find forever with!
June 27, 2025
4.5 stars
A new series, a second generation, a slow burn, brother’s best friend, with a story that was hard to put down. When a Kaylee Ryan book hits my Kindle, everything else gets put on hold.
Corie and Knox bring the swoon and the heat. The forbidden, the secrets, the we shouldn’t, balanced with the flirty conversations, and the clueless brother.
As we are getting into a new series, the scene is set with the Rampage team, leaving me guessing who will and who will not be getting a story. I am looking forward to more from Nashville.
Thank you to the Author for the advanced copy; this is my voluntary review.
A new series, a second generation, a slow burn, brother’s best friend, with a story that was hard to put down. When a Kaylee Ryan book hits my Kindle, everything else gets put on hold.
Corie and Knox bring the swoon and the heat. The forbidden, the secrets, the we shouldn’t, balanced with the flirty conversations, and the clueless brother.
As we are getting into a new series, the scene is set with the Rampage team, leaving me guessing who will and who will not be getting a story. I am looking forward to more from Nashville.
Thank you to the Author for the advanced copy; this is my voluntary review.
July 7, 2025
This new series by Kaylee Ryan is going to be cute. I enjoyed Knox and Corie's story. However, I do wish the secret would've come out sooner.
Knox ran into Corie after she had just returned home from college. He kept sneaking glances, but the guy who is super disciplined loses his willpower after laying eyes on Corie. He can't deny his attraction not to be around her without being crabby.
Knox is definitely a golden retriever character, but so super sweet how he was protective of his girl, but also stood by her side. He'd give it all up for her. I'm excited for the rest of the guys' books and this new series.
Knox ran into Corie after she had just returned home from college. He kept sneaking glances, but the guy who is super disciplined loses his willpower after laying eyes on Corie. He can't deny his attraction not to be around her without being crabby.
Knox is definitely a golden retriever character, but so super sweet how he was protective of his girl, but also stood by her side. He'd give it all up for her. I'm excited for the rest of the guys' books and this new series.
June 12, 2025
Kaylee Ryan is a fairly new author to me and I really enjoyed reading Make The Play.
Knox & Corie story was beautifully written. Knox is a football player and Corie is Landry’s little sister who is Knox teammate. They being to see each other behind their friends and especially Core’s brother back. Their relationship progresses and they eventually have to tell everyone as people started to suspect they were seeing each other! It was fun to read there and see how it played out.
Knox & Corie story was beautifully written. Knox is a football player and Corie is Landry’s little sister who is Knox teammate. They being to see each other behind their friends and especially Core’s brother back. Their relationship progresses and they eventually have to tell everyone as people started to suspect they were seeing each other! It was fun to read there and see how it played out.
June 23, 2025
4.5/5 ⭐️ | Dual POV: Knox & Corie
Make the Play is the first book in Kaylee’s brand new Nashville Rampage series. It’s a sweet, fun and low angst football romance, and I absolutely loved it! At first Knox and Corie try to fight their attraction to each other because of Corie new job and Knox being Corie’s older brother’s teammate. However, their connection is far too strong to ignore. So they both decide to date in secret. These two have amazing chemistry! Their love story was so sweet! It is full of heartfelt moments, tension, heat, and so many swoon-worthy moments.
𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭:
🩷 Brother’s Best Friend
🏈 Football Romance
🩷 Forbidden Romance
🏈 Teammates Sister
🩷 Workplace Romance
🏈 Secret Relationship
Thank you Kaylee Ryan and Grey’s Promo for the ARC!
Make the Play is the first book in Kaylee’s brand new Nashville Rampage series. It’s a sweet, fun and low angst football romance, and I absolutely loved it! At first Knox and Corie try to fight their attraction to each other because of Corie new job and Knox being Corie’s older brother’s teammate. However, their connection is far too strong to ignore. So they both decide to date in secret. These two have amazing chemistry! Their love story was so sweet! It is full of heartfelt moments, tension, heat, and so many swoon-worthy moments.
𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭:
🩷 Brother’s Best Friend
🏈 Football Romance
🩷 Forbidden Romance
🏈 Teammates Sister
🩷 Workplace Romance
🏈 Secret Relationship
Thank you Kaylee Ryan and Grey’s Promo for the ARC!
June 24, 2025
First book in a new series, and Kaylee did not disappoint! Knox & Corie 🔥
ꍏꋪꏳ ꋪꏂ꒦ꀤꏂꅐ
𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐨 - 𝖪𝗇𝗈𝗑
𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐞 - 𝖢𝗈𝗋𝗂𝖾
5 𝘔𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘺 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐬
𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐎𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧
Corie, has spent the last four years studying and working, she's always on the go. Back in Nashville and extremely grateful for everything her brother has done for her, she doesn't want to live off him but be independent and find her own path.
Knox, he is the quarterback for Nashville Rampage and he is the best. That's just a fact! When it's game season he doesn't let anything or anyone get in the way of his focus. That's until Corie stumbles onto his path.
Knox and Corie's book was ultimately one of the best starts to a series. I loved the connection these two had, the chemistry was hot and the spice!!!
Knox's love for Corie was so beautiful, football may have been his career choice but she was his everything she was he will do everything to make her his 💜
This book had me on the edge of my seat as well waiting to see how everything plays out in this forbidden romance, and I absolutely loved how everything came together 🩷
𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬
Loved the friend group 🩷
𝐑𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬
𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐨 🏈🏈🏈🏈🏈
𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐞 🖥️💋🖥️💋🖥️
𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
𝐒𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 🥵🌶️
𝐏𝐥𝐨𝐭 📚📚📚📚📚
𝐄𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 💧
ꍏꋪꏳ ꋪꏂ꒦ꀤꏂꅐ
𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐨 - 𝖪𝗇𝗈𝗑
𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐞 - 𝖢𝗈𝗋𝗂𝖾
5 𝘔𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘺 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐬
𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐎𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧
Corie, has spent the last four years studying and working, she's always on the go. Back in Nashville and extremely grateful for everything her brother has done for her, she doesn't want to live off him but be independent and find her own path.
Knox, he is the quarterback for Nashville Rampage and he is the best. That's just a fact! When it's game season he doesn't let anything or anyone get in the way of his focus. That's until Corie stumbles onto his path.
Knox and Corie's book was ultimately one of the best starts to a series. I loved the connection these two had, the chemistry was hot and the spice!!!
Knox's love for Corie was so beautiful, football may have been his career choice but she was his everything she was he will do everything to make her his 💜
This book had me on the edge of my seat as well waiting to see how everything plays out in this forbidden romance, and I absolutely loved how everything came together 🩷
𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬
Loved the friend group 🩷
𝐑𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬
𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐨 🏈🏈🏈🏈🏈
𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐞 🖥️💋🖥️💋🖥️
𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
𝐒𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 🥵🌶️
𝐏𝐥𝐨𝐭 📚📚📚📚📚
𝐄𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 💧
June 27, 2025
What a great way to start a new series!!! Knox and Corrie were everything from beginning to end. It was so beautiful how their relationship started and watching it grow and blossom into the most beautiful love story. Landry was the best big brother Corrie could ask for and Sloane was the best friend ever. Knox never thought he will think about walking away from football for a woman until he met Corie. She was everything and more to him. What I loved was that nothing was rushed. I was reading with a smile on my face and hoping nothing dramatic happened to them because they were awesome. His teammates were all amazing and everyone was a huge support and cheerleaders. I wanted more of these two and hopefully we see more in the other stories.
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