Perfect Twist

The Meet Your Match #1

by Carlie Jean

They say one night can change your life.

I never really understood how true that was until I had two pink lines staring back at me.

Now, not only have I lost my spot on Team USA’s gymnastics team after being forced to retire, but the future father of my child is none other than my brother’s rival teammate.

And it doesn’t help that Quentin Laurent is too perfect for my own good.

Smart. Mature. Caring. He’s got everything you’d want in a man, and that’s a problem considering we agreed to be just friends for the sake of the baby.

When we’re set to live together, the undeniable chemistry between us seems to ignite every time we’re near each other, and I’m afraid of what will happen if I get too close.

My life is twisted like never before, but I think this new beginning might be the key to unravelling it.

Genres: Romance, Sports Romance, Baseball, Sports

ebook

First published January 20, 2026

About the author

Hi! My name is Carlie Jean, a girl who loves to write new adult romances featuring protective males and strong heroines with a side of spice, tension, laughter, and a hefty dose of scenes that give readers butterflies.

You usually can find me cozied up at home, either writing or reading. And when I’m not being a couch potato, I enjoy walking my dog, playing volleyball and baseball, and traveling.

Reviews

[Salma]

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[Nikki Roberts · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh how I loved this book ❤️ This book really hit home for me as a former gymnast and a love for rock music 🎵 I have never related more to a character in a book than I did with this one 💋

These characters were so easy to love and relate to. Teagan’s love for gymnastics 🤸🏽and Quentin’s love for baseball ⚾️

Who knew a one night stand that turned into an accidental pregnancy would be a book i loved so much ❤️

Teagan 24 yrs old, who is a Olympic athlete as a gymnast decided it was a great idea to go out with her friends to have some much fun on a night out after getting kicked off the team, she didn’t realize she would have the night of her life with Quentin who she didn’t even know his name. She didn’t realize until after teaching a gymnastics class she would ever see him again until he comes in to pick up his niece Olivia from class.

Quentin 36 years old a professional baseball pitcher, doesn’t really know where life is gonna take him, after a car accident that left his shoulder not feeling completely better he is thinking about retirement but not sure what to do, well not until he meets Teagan have an amazing night with her and didn’t stop thinking about her, then he saw her and everything changed for him.

These two really tried hard to just be friends and wanted to be co parents but when something tragic happened to her place she ended up moving in with him. There are so many shared moments between these two and the chemistry just came so naturally for them. The build an amazing life together through her pregnancy and he does what he loves until it was his time to retire and let Teagan go after her dreams. 💗

Tropes
Gymnast x baseball player
Forced proximity
Accidental pregnancy
One night stand
Caretaking
Brothers rival


Thank you goodgirlpr and Carlie for the ARC!

[Jenny Miller · Rating 4 out of 5]

‘Perfect Twist’ by Carlie Jean is a contemporary sports romance and the 1st book in the Meet Your Match series. Thank you Carlie Jean and Good girls PR for the gifted ARC in exchange for my honest opinions.

This book can be described as:

⚾️ Sports Romance
🤸 Gymnast x Baseball Player
⚾️ Black Cat x Golden Retriever
🤸 Age Gap Romance
⚾️ One-Night Stand
🤸 Accidental Pregnancy
⚾️ Forced Proximity
🤸 Brother’s Rival

My honest opinions:

This book had a great mix of many tropes all woven into a really good story. The beginning started out pretty hot then the middle section was bit slower as they built their friendship and the tension grew. The constant denial for their relationship kinda bugged me throughout. It was putting me on edge, waiting for the story to pick up. But when it finally did… the payoff was that much sweeter!! Plus the MMC was so hot, had a deliciously, dirty mouth and held just the right amount of control in the spicy scenes. HOT! 3🌶️

Usually, I am not a fan of the Black Cat x Golden Retriever type characters. The FMC is so frosty and I kept hoping for her to thaw out. But gosh, do I love how she stands up for herself, especially to her brother, her coaches, and anyone who stands in her way. I did really love the protective nature of the MMC and together their playful banter was top-notch! In the end, the themes for these characters were perfect! Also, it was quite refreshing that they communicated clearly, like adults… no miscommunication trope!

Finally, I really liked the cast of side characters. They really added some depth to the story and created a great jumping off point for continuing the series. This was my first time reading this author and I will look forward to reading more in the future. Overall, I would rate this book 4⭐️’s.

[Nicole · Rating 4 out of 5]

Teagan is an Olympic gymnastic gold medalist who is preparing for her second Olympics. However, given her bad attitude and unfiltered mouth, her coach kicks her off the team ruining her chance of attending USA nationals the following summer. In an attempt to change her image, she takes a coach position at the Elite Sports Academy where she will coach girls of all ages. She relies on her fridens, who are denial professional sport players as well, along with her MLB pitcher brother for emotional support as she navigates her new normal.

One night out with her friends, she stumbles across a handsome man named Quenton. After a passionate night together, they go their separate ways, sharing no information.

A few weeks later, Teagan leans she is pregnant as a result of her passionate night with Quentin. Pieces start to come together and she realizes he is the star pitcher on her brother‘s team, whom her brother can’t stand.

Quentin is trying to come to terms with the possibility of retiring and is hit with the news of a pregnancy with the woman he can’t get out of his head.

How will they navigate their professional sports careers and parenthood?

I was very surprised by this book! I am not one to read accidental pregnancy stories but Carlie Jean did a very nice job with this trope. I love how fierce and independent Teagan is and what she stands for in professional sports. Quentin is also a very likable character and not like typical baseball player MMC. He gives off such likable vibes that I instantly was hooked. If you enjoy sports romance and accidental pregnancy you’ll love this book! I will be back for more book by Carlie Jean!

Thank you Good Girls PR and Carlie Jean for an ARC copy of Perfect Twist!

[Minnie · Rating 5 out of 5]

ARC review

5⭐|3🌶|8%🌶frequency

I don't know where to start... 🙈
This book is perfect. I already knew it would be when I saw the announcement. Just the key tropes... 🤩 Brother's rival, accidental pregnancy, and age gap... I just knew it.

And OMG, Ryker and Camille 🤩 Yessss. I loved seeing them again. And not just a bit, they have first side characters places 😍
I was hoping that Quentin would get a book. I don't want to say too much, so I won't spoil anything for everyone who hasn't read "Keep Me" yet. It's not necessary for this book to have read it, it's "just" Q's sister Camille's story 🤣

The chemistry between Q and Teagan... Just wow. I'm not saying it was love at first sight for Q, but I'm also not saying it wasn't 😎 If he could have tied her up and taken her with him, like caveman style, I think he would have done it. So back in stone age times 🤣
He's a poster man of a golden retriever and super protective 😍

I loved the moral in this book, and I'm not talking about accidental pregnancies, but the trouble Teagan had as a woman in sports. Sure, there are thousands of female athletes around the world, and still, they get treated differently from their male colleagues.


Thanks to the author and Good Girls PR for trusting me with an ARC 🩷


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[Fatma · Rating 4 out of 5]

⭐⭐⭐⭐

ARC Review

Tropes:
Accidental Pregnancy
Brother's Rival/Teammate
Found Family
Gymnast FMC x Baseball Pitcher MMC
ONS to Lovers

It was so wonderful to read about Carlie Jean again! I've missed her writing!

Teagan is an Olympic gymnast who is blackmailed into leaving Team USA. After a night of letting loose before planning to rejoin the team, she ends up getting pregnant by her brother's rival.

Quentin wants to start his own family, but he's been burned once and is afraid to try again. Meeting Teagan feels like fate and a second chance. However, Teagan isn't interested at first. Still, with the baby on the way, Quentin is determined to keep them both in his life—even if it's just platonically.

These two were honestly incredibly cute! Their banter and flirting were hilarious and adorable. I felt heartbroken for Teagan, but I was so happy that Quentin and their baby were able to heal her and her soul.

Seeing Teagan accept her new family and realize that they were enough was truly beautiful.

Quentin is an amazing person, and I'm so happy he finally got his HEA. He truly deserves it.

While I loved that Ian (Teagan's brother) and Quentin ended up getting along great, I wish there had been more development in their relationship. I wanted to know why Ian hated Quentin so much, but that was never explored. Regardless, I'm glad Ian found peace and a new circle of friends and family to call his own.

I'm excited for the rest of the series! So many new characters were introduced, along with a fun Easter egg. 🤭

[Maggan · Rating 4 out of 5]

I remember the time I thought I didn't like accidental pregnancy romances (silly me) and you'd ask yourself: why was that? Because I didn't know!!! I didn't know how the mmc saying "get your hands off the mother of my child" would have me absolutely on the floor swooning, giggling and kicking my feet, okay. It's practically an out of body experience. So yeah these two were hot capital H. But can we talk about how I need Quentin to actually be the father of my baby (I will never have one, but that's beside the point). That man is a walking green flag and the way he takes care of Teagan... I am so obsessed with him. All the little things he did to make sure she was taken care of... And Teagan, my girl. So used to doing everything on her own, but she didn't have to anymore, and I love that for her. In the end she's still a BAMF though, I mean she did that sht (I'm not gonna say what, you'll have to find out, but go her!!!!). She's an incredible mother, they both are amazing parents. Oh and I loved the little cameos we got (I miss the RLU folks!!!).
Can't wait to see where the next book in the series takes us!

Thank you Good Girls PR for the ARC!!

[Jessica · Rating 5 out of 5]

Arc Review
First off I would like to thank @good.girls.pr & @carliejeanwrites for the opportunity to read and review this book.

Teagan & Quentin
Y'all this book was absolutely a perfect 10/10! I loved everything about this book, from the way they met to the way they negative becoming parents. I admire the strength and compassion Quentin had and the way he showed up for Teagan and showed his love in all his actions and not just words. I love how tough but resilient Teagan is and the way she works hard for her dreams & her willingness to put her Daughter first. The foundation Teagan & Quentin built their relationship on was beautiful and built to withstand everything.

5/5 Recommend this book. Y'all I was so excited when I found out that we were getting another book with a female star athlete & they way Carlie writing is so flawless and smooth the story just flows and you can feel the humor and knowledge flowing through the pages and it's just the right amount. I'm so excited for this series and can't wait for book two.

[Linda · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book has been my most anticipated for the year! I was so happy that I got an ARC (even pre-ordered the e book weeks ago!) I devoured this book in 2 days. I dont even know where to start. it was so good. the way that Quentin never took Teagans personality person and never wanted her to change.

After going into 'retirement' before making the next Olympics Teagan needs to blow off some steam. At the same time Quentin is feeling like he's at a crossroad with his life and his friends and family both think he needs to go out more. Thats how they end up meeting, he told himself he was done with ONS's but that he'd do anything she wants, and she wasnt looking for more than one night. After shutting him down Teagan didnt think she'd ever see him again. Yeah that didnt last. 2 months later shes told shes pregnant and she never even let him give her his name! The next day she runs into him and the way theyre lives are connected start stacking up. First off there's the baby, 2nd he's one of her students uncle and last he has the spot her older brother Ian wants!

[Camryn Williams · Rating 5 out of 5]

۶ৎ 𝙋𝙚𝙧𝙛𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙏𝙬𝙞𝙨𝙩 𝙗𝙮 𝘾𝙖𝙧𝙡𝙞𝙚 𝙅𝙚𝙖𝙣

#arcreview

ʀᴀᴛɪɴɢ: ★★★★★


Tropes- brother’s rival, roommates, baseball mmc x olympic gymnast fmc, one night stand, found family, accidental pregnancy, age gap, slow burn tension, baseball romance

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Oh how I devoured this book! I have been wanting a Quentin book since he was first introduced in his sister’s book and it did not disappoint cause this book was everything, Teagan and Quentin were amazing characters I love them both so dearly

Teagan is an Olympic gymnast who’s coach is forcing her to retire after a bad meet but there’s definitely more to the story. Teagan is an amazing fmc I love her so much plus her playlist!? Umm incredible she has excellent taste in music. After being force forced to retire Teagan is now a gymnast coach to all ages at an academy. I feel for her and brother cause their mom is just not a great mom but at least they have each other. I love Teagan so much and her bestfriends who’s also amazing friends

Teagan and Quentin met at a club their friends drag them to and they end up having a one night stand. Quentin is also Teagan brother rival/teammate which neither of them knew about. The chemistry between these two is just amazing I couldn’t get enough of them and the tension with the slow burn!? Whewww but I also loved them becoming friends and getting to know each other

Quentin my guy, oh how I love him. Quentin is the star pitcher for his baseball team and he loves it plus he also loves cooking and baking in his free time, Quentin is also recovering from an accident him and his brother in law got into a couple months ago, I’ve been interested in Quentin’s story for 2 years after his sisters book and learning about his royal family disowning him. Quentin is just amazing and caring I love him so much

These two are just everything and more I love them real bad, and how they just love and support each other like no other I’m so glad everything worked out for them. I can’t wait for more of this series, this was a wonderful start to it and I can’t wait to see who’s next.


Thank You So Much for giving me this incredible arc !💐🖤

[Mariah Monroy · Rating 4 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ / 5 Stars.

This was such a fun and easy sports romance to get through! I had the chance to read this as an ARC, and it turned out to be such an entertaining read.

The dynamic between the main characters made this story really enjoyable. The mix of roommates, tension, and the one night that changes everything situation kept things interesting, and it was fun watching them navigate everything that came after.

The MMC had such a caring and protective side that made him really easy to root for, and I liked how strong and independent the FMC was as well. Their banter and chemistry added several fun moments throughout the book.

If you enjoy sports romances with forced proximity, accidental pregnancy, and an age gap dynamic, this would be a great one to add to your list!

Thank you to the author, Carlie Jean, and Good Girls PR for the ARC opportunity! I’m very happy to have had the chance to read and review this story! 🤍

[Sidney Alexander · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was in a full-on reading slump…
picked this up… and suddenly I’m ignoring responsibilities and losing sleep 😅

⭐️ 4.25 stars
minimal spice… but WHEN it hits?? yeah… 🥵😏

✨ gymnast FMC with a career-ending moment
✨ broody, worn-down MLB pitcher MMC
✨ accidental chaos → life-changing connection
✨ “we didn’t plan this… but we’re keeping it” energy 🫐

Teagan is strong, stubborn, and refuses to be silenced—even when it costs her everything.

Quentin? He’s used to control… until Teagan completely flips his world upside down.

And the way this man shows up for her??
Patient. Intentional. Down BAD.

Watching Teagan let go of her past and choose something better for herself??
yeah… that hit.

I came for a quick read… stayed for the emotional damage and the soft moments 🥹

🚨 if you love:
unexpected pregnancy
athlete romance
grumpy x strong FMC
protective MMC energy

READ THIS.

Who else loves when the MMC falls first and HARD?? 👀

[Gabrielle Fuller · Rating 5 out of 5]

“Tu es si belle. Ma vie est belle grâce à toi.”

I absolutely DEVOURED this book in one sitting… sleep be damned.

Teagan, a 24 year old gymnast, is coming off a bad meet and forced retirement. her friends dragged her out of a night of fun where she quite literally bumps into “baseball guy” and they have a night that they both won’t forget.

Quentin, a 36 year old pitcher, is just recovering from an injury from an accident and doesn’t know what this season holds besides a rivalry with the kid coming for his starting position.

a few weeks after her unforgettable night Teagan gets the news that changes her life, she is pregnant and now has to track down the father.

The chemistry between Q and Teagan is freaking electric! they try to fight it, but it’s inevitable. From the forced proximity to their undeniable attraction to the way Q is so attentive and caring of Teagan and blueberry’s needs had me SWOONING.

I need more of Q and you need to add this to your TBR immediately!!

[Julia P. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rating: 4.5/5

New series from Carlie Jean with Camilla’s brother Quentin who is a baseball player and Teagan who is an Olympic gymnastics gold medalist. Perfect twist is an accidental pregnancy, brother’s rival, and slow burn romance. All of these tropes are some of my favourites which made this book even better.

Teagan has always had a bad attitude and would say anything that comes to her mind which leads to being kicked out from the team. A wild night with a secret baseball player ends up in accidental pregnancy and she starts teaching little kids gymnastics where Quentin shows up to pick up his niece 🤭 Quentin has always been a protector and wants to take care of people. So when he finds out he’s going to be a father all his focus shifts on Teagan and the baby.

I loved the tension and the attraction between Quentin and Teagan and I couldn’t get enough. Loved the back and forth flirting and the slow burn 🤭 Thank you Good Girl PR and the author for the ARC.

[Leyla · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was such a feel good story.
I really enjoyed the main characters. Teagan was such a strong and determined fmc whatever challenge she faced she always faced it head on.
Quentin was an absolute sweetheart. He is protective caring and thoughtful. Even after past traumas he never once let Teagan doubt his loyalty to her.
I loved the side characters and all of them had such positive friendships it was so refreshing to see we should all take a page out of their book.
The growth the characters showed was amazing. I was just so happy for them when they succeeded it was very emotional.
Overall it was a breath of fresh air I just felt so happy while reading even though there were some deeper topics also. A book where you could truly feel how much joy and effort was put into these characters.

Thank you to Good Girls Pr and Carlie Jean for the arc!

[Aislinn Strohecker · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 Stars Sports romances are one of my favorite romance tropes, so I loved that we got double the sports in Perfect Twist with both MCs being professional athletes. Plus, she's a gymnast, which isn't a sport that I've read much romance books about.

Teagan and Quentin were such an interesting pair! At first glance, one wouldn't think that these two would work together. Despite them both being professional athletes, they couldn't be more different. Plus he's her brother's teammate/rival; needless to say, it's complicated. But these two make a great couple. I think it helped that after they discovered who the other was and learned of their impending parenthood, they began to build a solid foundation of friendship. Getting to know one another as future co-parenting partners made it all the easier for Teagan and Quentin to give in to their feelings and attraction. Both characters were so likable and easy to cheer for, especially Teagan, fighting against the system that shut her out of her sport. She's fierce and unapologetic, and I love it!

Thank you Carlie Jean and Good Girls PR for the ARC!

[Stacey Kelley · Rating 2 out of 5]

If you’re going to write a book with a professional baseball player as the MMC, please at least get the basics of the game correct. A baseball game has 9 innings, not 7 or 8, and the pitcher stands on the mound, not the pitch.

The characters feel flat and two-dimensional. Nothing about Teagan feels genuine or likable, and there is zero chemistry between her and Quentin.

There are also a lot of inconsistencies and plot holes, and the conflicts are resolved too quickly. I also do not enjoy the writing style. The paragraphs consist of short, choppy sentences that don’t flow well. Everything just feels choppy.

[Amelia-Jayne · Rating 5 out of 5]

An enjoyable book that I just couldn't put down. Baseball pitcher x olympic gymnast. Age gap. Brother's rival. With accidental pregnancy mixed in? The perfect combination ✨

Heavy metal music-loving olympic gymnast Teagan Witt is sassy and knows what she wants. But sometimes her sassy mouth and attitude gets her into trouble, forcing her to take early retirement. Then on a fun night out with her best friend, she meets legendary baseball pitcher, Quentin (who is also her brother's rival). A hot 🔥ONS between the pair leads to an outcome they didn't expect. But once she tracks him down and tells him, he's more all-in and hands-on than she expected. They agree to co-parent but how long does that last until it turns into something more? What will her brother say when he finds out?

I loved this pair together so much! Teagan is sassy and I love it. With her music taste as well, she is like myself in that regard. And Quentin is such a sweetheart. He's the sweetest uncle to his niece (making him perfect father material) and found out something about him & his family that I didn't expect. He was there supporting Teagan every step of the way. Loved the use of French in there as well and Quentin after my own heart listening to her music to get to know her better as a person 🥰🥰. And by teaching gymnastics to children, Teagan grew more into the idea of becoming a mum while still keeping her olympic goals in mind for afterwards. She didn't let unexpected motherhood stop her and in turn broke her vicious family cycle with her mother.

5 ⭐'s from me! And thank you to Carlie Jean and @good.girls.pr for the g!fted e-arc.

[Christina Manzanares · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book has a very strong headed FMC. She knows she is good in her craft of gymnastics and is determined to let the world know. The fact that she is blackmailed by her coach is a interesting event and shows her strength and determination. She also battles with a lot of personal issues with her feelings about her mother. So the fact that she becomes pregnant from a one night stand gives her the chance to be the mom she wishes she had.
Now add that this one night stand is the teammate of her brother makes it even more juicy and good. Then add that they also hate each other to make her drama even more complicated is just the drama to keep me hooked.

[Kristi Johnson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you to Good Girls PR for the advanced copy of Perfect Twist by Carlie Jean!

This sports romance had all the tropes I love—age gap, accidental pregnancy, and forced proximity—making it an easy and engaging read. The chemistry between the characters kept me invested, and I enjoyed watching their relationship develop under unexpected circumstances.

While the story was predictable at times, it still delivered on the emotional moments and romance I was looking for. Overall, a solid, enjoyable read for fans of trope-filled sports romances.

[Ashley · Rating 4 out of 5]

ARC Review

I was beyond excited to be back around my RLU loves with this new series! Shout out to Ryker for being even funnier than I remember and stealing my heart on the side all over again 😅 not to mention the Stick It vibes were great!

But like I said, on the side because Quentin?? Are you joking with this man?? Funny. Loving. Caretaker. Athlete. Thoughtful. Assertive. Home cook. Family man. I could go on and on ladies. This is the ultimate book baby daddy.

He matched Teagan in her funny, in her attitude, in her fears, and in the bed room. They are the definition of opposites attract, but Quentin made it easy by the way he was dedicated to getting to know her.

[hania · Rating 3 out of 5]

First of all big thank you to Good Girls PR for letting me read the ARC of this book.

I am a huge accidental pregnancy trope enthusiast and this book did not disappoint.
It is a very bingable and fast paced sports romance. It does have a lot of the cliche micro tropes that you cannot avoid in the modern romance books but nevertheless it was a very entertaining, well written and adorable book.

[Emily Arriola · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was hooked on The Perfect Twist from the very beginning! I love the accidental pregnancy trope and the fact that it’s with the brother’s rival is top tier!!

I loved Teagan and Quentin so much! Their relationship was everything and I could feel the tension coming from the pages!

💙brother’s rival
💙one night stand
💙accidental pregnancy
💙women in sports

Thank you to Carlie Jean and Good Girl’s PR for this ARC! All opinions are my own!

[Sydney · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just as obsessed with this as I am with all of her books. These two are adorable and I love them so much. She was pushed out of gymnastics but nothing is going to stop her, including getting pregnant on a random night out. She miraculously chose the best man ever who would fall over to make her happy. She tries so hard to push him away but he's never gonna leave and he loves them so much.

I received an arc from good girls pr.

[Sara Reyes · Rating 4 out of 5]

Perfect Twist ARC Review

Stars: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.25
Spice: 🌶️🌶️

Review to come…

[Joselyn · Rating 4 out of 5]

FULL ARC REVIEW TO COME