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The Atlanta Boys #4
Draft Pick: A Single Dad, Friends to Lovers, Baseball Romance
Not yet published
Expected 21 May 26Crew
Baseball has always been the easy part for me.
Life? Not so much.
Between playing center field for the Atlanta Strikers, running a restaurant, raising my fiercely imaginative daughter, and a recent injury, I'm barely keeping it together. The last thing I need is another obstacle especially one that looks like my daughter's pediatrician.
Dr. Juniper Wilde.
My friends love her. My daughter lights up for her. And me? I think I loved her from the start.
So, I keep her at a distance. Keep things safe. Keep her firmly in the friend zone. Because the last thing Juniper needs is the chaos that comes with me.
Now she's dating other men, building a life that doesn't include me, and I'm stuck on the sidelines, watching her slip away.
The worst part is, she has no idea she's always been mine.
Juniper
Atlanta was supposed to be my fresh start—new job, new life, and no complications.
Then a fiery six-year-old and her ridiculously handsome father walk into my office and turn everything upside down.
Crew Briggs is charming, guarded, and completely off-limits. But somewhere between check-ups and lingering looks, I start wanting more than a friendship.
The problem? Crew already has too much on his plate. So, I do the sensible thing. I take a step back and remind myself of my end goal and decide to date other men.
Because I want my own love story.
Too bad the only man I want is the one who refuses to admit he wants me too.
Baseball has always been the easy part for me.
Life? Not so much.
Between playing center field for the Atlanta Strikers, running a restaurant, raising my fiercely imaginative daughter, and a recent injury, I'm barely keeping it together. The last thing I need is another obstacle especially one that looks like my daughter's pediatrician.
Dr. Juniper Wilde.
My friends love her. My daughter lights up for her. And me? I think I loved her from the start.
So, I keep her at a distance. Keep things safe. Keep her firmly in the friend zone. Because the last thing Juniper needs is the chaos that comes with me.
Now she's dating other men, building a life that doesn't include me, and I'm stuck on the sidelines, watching her slip away.
The worst part is, she has no idea she's always been mine.
Juniper
Atlanta was supposed to be my fresh start—new job, new life, and no complications.
Then a fiery six-year-old and her ridiculously handsome father walk into my office and turn everything upside down.
Crew Briggs is charming, guarded, and completely off-limits. But somewhere between check-ups and lingering looks, I start wanting more than a friendship.
The problem? Crew already has too much on his plate. So, I do the sensible thing. I take a step back and remind myself of my end goal and decide to date other men.
Because I want my own love story.
Too bad the only man I want is the one who refuses to admit he wants me too.
301 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication May 21, 2026
About the author
Indy Valentine
16 books208 followersIndy Valentine is a contemporary romance author who resides off the East Coast of Florida. Indy thrives on writing off-the-charts banter and spice; You can expect some lethal slow burn to exist between her pages.
When she's not writing, Indy can be found at the beach, attending baseball games, spending time with her family, and with a romance book in her hands.
When she's not writing, Indy can be found at the beach, attending baseball games, spending time with her family, and with a romance book in her hands.
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May 15, 2026
4.5 ⭐️
You guys know I love a single daddy book! Throw in some baseball and a possessive MMC & I was hooked!
I absolutely loved Crew & Junipers story. Their chemistry and connection was undeniable! this was definitely a slow burn, but one that I ate up!! Crew was swoony & just the best dad!! Little Addie was the sweetest soul & just brought so much light to this book!
Crew only wants the best for his daughter. He is looking for direction in helping her thrive. Insert Juniper, his daughter’s doctor, and someone he didn’t see coming. I loved watching their friendship grow to so much more & the way she helped him through his daughter’s diagnosis. The ADHD rep in this book was done so beautifully and I love the way it was navigated through this story!
This was a fun, heartwarming story & I just absolutely love the friend group thought the book! I can’t wait for more from this series!!
Thank you Indy & team for this early copy!!!
You guys know I love a single daddy book! Throw in some baseball and a possessive MMC & I was hooked!
I absolutely loved Crew & Junipers story. Their chemistry and connection was undeniable! this was definitely a slow burn, but one that I ate up!! Crew was swoony & just the best dad!! Little Addie was the sweetest soul & just brought so much light to this book!
Crew only wants the best for his daughter. He is looking for direction in helping her thrive. Insert Juniper, his daughter’s doctor, and someone he didn’t see coming. I loved watching their friendship grow to so much more & the way she helped him through his daughter’s diagnosis. The ADHD rep in this book was done so beautifully and I love the way it was navigated through this story!
This was a fun, heartwarming story & I just absolutely love the friend group thought the book! I can’t wait for more from this series!!
Thank you Indy & team for this early copy!!!
May 7, 2026
He was a good dad!!! The story was good but I feel like the vibe wasn’t for me. The ADHD rep with his daughter and how he navigates that was done fantastic! But he and the team and friends seemed a little immature for me. I enjoyed the FMC and we see growth all around but I think the vibe of the team just wasn’t for me. I’d definitely recommend giving it a chance!
May 12, 2026
We’ve waited for Crew Briggs and his little daughter Addie for a while, and let me tell you these two plus the beautiful story of him and Juniper was a fun time. The ADHD rep in this book is so well done, and handled with such care. The fact that Crew thinks he can’t go there with his daughter’s new doctor just made me love him more! There’s an instant attraction between these two- but there’s an invisible like drawn in the sand that they’re both apprehensive to cross because of Juniper being Addie’s new doctor. And whilst they both try to get on with life- Juniper with dipping her toe into the dating world and Crew concentrating on working on his elbow injury and liking after Addie, they can’t deny the pull they feel to each other. Juniper’s connection to Addie is just the absolute sweetest! And the banter from our strikers and their other halves makes this feel like coming home for some parts of the book which I loved. The simmering plot of Coach Lemmins has me so I intrigued too and I can’t wait to find out more about the last instalment of the Atlanta boys!
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May 14, 2026
I haven't read the other books in this series, but I did enjoy this one so I'm sure I'll go back to read the rest! This story was cute and full of heartwarming moments. I love how precious Addie is and her personality shines! But when Crew needs some help navigating how to make Addie thrive in school, he definitely didn't think the new doctor would end up being all he can think about. Their tension and chemistry was so effortless and I loved them together!
What to expect:
⚾️single dad
⚾️baseball player x pedatrician
⚾️friends to lovers
⚾️adhd rep
⚾️posessesive mmc
⚾️caretaking
Thank you to Indy & Luna Literary Management for letting me read/review an early copy!
What to expect:
⚾️single dad
⚾️baseball player x pedatrician
⚾️friends to lovers
⚾️adhd rep
⚾️posessesive mmc
⚾️caretaking
Thank you to Indy & Luna Literary Management for letting me read/review an early copy!
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May 10, 2026
4.75 ⭐️’s!! First I wanna talk about how honored I am to be able to read an advanced copy of this book. I literally was on the verge of tears when I found out I had the opportunity to read this.
Crew just found out his daughter has ADHD, and he’s made it his mission to do everything right by her and get her all the help she needs. Juniper is the new town physician and she wants to find some friends in her new town. After finding out that Juniper is Crew’s daughter‘s, Addi’s, new physician, they now have to navigate Addi‘s new diagnosis and their relationship along the way.
From the very first chapter of this book, I knew that I would absolutely love everything about it. The way Indy can write about Addi‘s ADHD and crew’s love for her was so heartwarming and I literally raved about it for days. (My Aunt can attest to this lol)
Crew is willing to do anything and everything to get Addi all the help she can get and he refuses to take any negativity about her having ADHD. Seeing him fight for her and his love for her really shows you how far Crew’s love for Addi goes. Crew is such a loving person and once you’re in his circle, he cares for you with his whole heart. I loved Crew from page one and I am a diehard fan girl to the end of my days.
I absolutely loved Juniper! Her journey of self discovery and independence was so interesting and amazing to be a part of. I love being able to read about her love for kids and how she is now unafraid to be herself. Just the way that she loves the people around her, especially Addi is absolutely amazing.
This is actually my first Indy Valentine book, and I am so grateful that I had the opportunity to read this. If you have never read one of her books, let me just vouch and say you need to. I am forever changed in the best way possible. 🫶🏼🎀
Crew just found out his daughter has ADHD, and he’s made it his mission to do everything right by her and get her all the help she needs. Juniper is the new town physician and she wants to find some friends in her new town. After finding out that Juniper is Crew’s daughter‘s, Addi’s, new physician, they now have to navigate Addi‘s new diagnosis and their relationship along the way.
From the very first chapter of this book, I knew that I would absolutely love everything about it. The way Indy can write about Addi‘s ADHD and crew’s love for her was so heartwarming and I literally raved about it for days. (My Aunt can attest to this lol)
Crew is willing to do anything and everything to get Addi all the help she can get and he refuses to take any negativity about her having ADHD. Seeing him fight for her and his love for her really shows you how far Crew’s love for Addi goes. Crew is such a loving person and once you’re in his circle, he cares for you with his whole heart. I loved Crew from page one and I am a diehard fan girl to the end of my days.
I absolutely loved Juniper! Her journey of self discovery and independence was so interesting and amazing to be a part of. I love being able to read about her love for kids and how she is now unafraid to be herself. Just the way that she loves the people around her, especially Addi is absolutely amazing.
This is actually my first Indy Valentine book, and I am so grateful that I had the opportunity to read this. If you have never read one of her books, let me just vouch and say you need to. I am forever changed in the best way possible. 🫶🏼🎀
Review of advance copy received from Author
3.5 stars ⭐️
ARC review
Thank you so much to Indy Valentine and Literary Agency for an ARC in exchange for an honest review. All of my opinions and feelings are my own.
Firstly, I desperately wanted to be obsessed with this. I mean it got sports romance combined with single dad x his daughter’s pediatrician. It was meant to be, a match made in heaven. I was so prepared to shout about my love for this book. But it unfortunately didn’t hit with me.
I’m going to start out with the stuff that didn’t click with me. Number one has to be the chemistry between Juniper and Crew. I mean I could read that they were very much attracted to each other but beyond that? It felt lacking and I felt that their overall chemistry could’ve been more fleshed out. I want more than just lust between characters, I want raw emotions to.
The second thing that bugged me was how immature Crew felt at certain scenes, particularly in a scene where he crashes one of Juniper’s dates. Felt very immature since they hadn’t even acknowledge their feelings for each other even at that point. I love a possessive man (in fiction) but that has to once they ”get together”. It felt out of place because I love Crew as a character.
And don’t get me started on the epilogue that only takes place three months later.
The sex scenes are just…okay. A little lackluster.
Okay so the more positive things I have is that I love this series so much. It’s fun, fast-paced with lovable characters. It feels like a big family seeing everyone together. And I love that!
I adored seeing Crew being such an awesome dad to Adeline. Their relationship was so cute and heartwarming.
I really liked Juniper. She felt relatable in a sense and I just overall loved her aura.
The ending has me so excited for the next book since I’ve been waiting for Coach’s book for a hot minute! Can’t be obsessed with Jack and his story.
ARC review
Thank you so much to Indy Valentine and Literary Agency for an ARC in exchange for an honest review. All of my opinions and feelings are my own.
Firstly, I desperately wanted to be obsessed with this. I mean it got sports romance combined with single dad x his daughter’s pediatrician. It was meant to be, a match made in heaven. I was so prepared to shout about my love for this book. But it unfortunately didn’t hit with me.
I’m going to start out with the stuff that didn’t click with me. Number one has to be the chemistry between Juniper and Crew. I mean I could read that they were very much attracted to each other but beyond that? It felt lacking and I felt that their overall chemistry could’ve been more fleshed out. I want more than just lust between characters, I want raw emotions to.
The second thing that bugged me was how immature Crew felt at certain scenes, particularly in a scene where he crashes one of Juniper’s dates. Felt very immature since they hadn’t even acknowledge their feelings for each other even at that point. I love a possessive man (in fiction) but that has to once they ”get together”. It felt out of place because I love Crew as a character.
And don’t get me started on the epilogue that only takes place three months later.
The sex scenes are just…okay. A little lackluster.
Okay so the more positive things I have is that I love this series so much. It’s fun, fast-paced with lovable characters. It feels like a big family seeing everyone together. And I love that!
I adored seeing Crew being such an awesome dad to Adeline. Their relationship was so cute and heartwarming.
I really liked Juniper. She felt relatable in a sense and I just overall loved her aura.
The ending has me so excited for the next book since I’ve been waiting for Coach’s book for a hot minute! Can’t be obsessed with Jack and his story.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Thank you Indy Valentine and Luna for the opportunity to an advanced readers copy of "Draft Pick", the fourth installment from the Atlanta Boys series releasing May 21st and ket me tell you: how did it take me so long to doscover this series? Talk about adding the lineup to my TBR to fill in between ARCs and BETAs because I devoured this book in 12 hours.
We meet Crew and Juniper. Juniper is Adeline's new doctor and Crew is obsessed from the beginning and the banter; angsty tension and lets not stop At the chemistry steaming through the pages. This book was almost a grand slam in my books for a baseball romance. Its a slow burn but for good reason and when the eff it moment hits; Indy- giiiiiirl high five. Nailed it.
Crew's story and mindset mixed with Juniper's story makes a gentle mental representation that stands out and I recommend to protrct your space st all cost because these two do it together. They cross paths due to Adeline's ADHD diagnosis and when I saw Crew is tripping over his feet, it comes full throttle when his friends lock him in a room and tell him to get it together and get it done.
The relationship between Adeline and Juniper is so pure and full of life and I couldn't love it anymore. How the entire gang just accepts her and her nuisance without a battle is what you love to see for series build outs of last characters. I'm kind of stoked to rewd Navy's story to be honest alongside the others and the fact we get Coach next? That story will break a person if you know, you know. If you don’t, get caught up with the Atlanta Boys ahead of the next release because it sure will be full of tissues.
If your vibe is:
👨🏻🍼 Single Dad
⚾️ Baseball Player X Pediatrician
🫶 Friends to Lovers
✨ ADHD Rep
💚 Caretaking
🔥 Posessive MMC
We meet Crew and Juniper. Juniper is Adeline's new doctor and Crew is obsessed from the beginning and the banter; angsty tension and lets not stop At the chemistry steaming through the pages. This book was almost a grand slam in my books for a baseball romance. Its a slow burn but for good reason and when the eff it moment hits; Indy- giiiiiirl high five. Nailed it.
Crew's story and mindset mixed with Juniper's story makes a gentle mental representation that stands out and I recommend to protrct your space st all cost because these two do it together. They cross paths due to Adeline's ADHD diagnosis and when I saw Crew is tripping over his feet, it comes full throttle when his friends lock him in a room and tell him to get it together and get it done.
The relationship between Adeline and Juniper is so pure and full of life and I couldn't love it anymore. How the entire gang just accepts her and her nuisance without a battle is what you love to see for series build outs of last characters. I'm kind of stoked to rewd Navy's story to be honest alongside the others and the fact we get Coach next? That story will break a person if you know, you know. If you don’t, get caught up with the Atlanta Boys ahead of the next release because it sure will be full of tissues.
If your vibe is:
👨🏻🍼 Single Dad
⚾️ Baseball Player X Pediatrician
🫶 Friends to Lovers
✨ ADHD Rep
💚 Caretaking
🔥 Posessive MMC
Review of advance copy received from Author
5⭐️
INDY!!!!😩😭😭😭 Can we start off on that ending?! Emotional damage:)
Golly goodness this was absolutely beautiful. These characters were everything and more.
Crew was made to be a daddy. He is so caring , attentive and puts all his love in his daughter first. Before baseball, before his business, before sleep and his own sanity. Made me love him to my core how patient and loving he is🥹 Addie was the cutest kid. She was so funny, so thoughtful and a pure heart for a 6 year old. I love how she was written, she had challenges to face but she was such a strong little girl. She made me smile so hard my cheeks hurt😭
NOW.....DR. WILDE🔥🔥🔥 MOMMY? Sorry. Mommy? Sorry. Wow what a woman. 😀 Hannah Montana who? This girl is a pediatrician by day with her colorful spunky scrubs who is so attentive to all and had my heart melting at how sweet she was. But....by night😏 My emo dressing mommy. And the glasses? 😩😩😩😩 She was the perfect character. I was expecting her to be grumpy but she was brighter than the sun. Easy to love. The way she put her feelings on hold for the sake of Crews daughter and career made me fall in love with her more. I LOVEEEEE THE FRIENDS TO LOVERS. They created such a beautiful bond first and that made the attraction and tension 10x better💗
Now..... I felt like I was going to explode. This was such a fast read i devoured it, and short being 300 pages but indy manages to have it slow burninnnnn and....I loved it. Keep me on edge girl😏🔥
⚾️ Baseball romance
🧢 MLB player x Pediatrician
👨👧 Single Dad
💞 Friends to Lovers
💗ADHD Rep
Thank you Indy for this earc🥹
Booksta- romance.with.bri
INDY!!!!😩😭😭😭 Can we start off on that ending?! Emotional damage:)
Golly goodness this was absolutely beautiful. These characters were everything and more.
Crew was made to be a daddy. He is so caring , attentive and puts all his love in his daughter first. Before baseball, before his business, before sleep and his own sanity. Made me love him to my core how patient and loving he is🥹 Addie was the cutest kid. She was so funny, so thoughtful and a pure heart for a 6 year old. I love how she was written, she had challenges to face but she was such a strong little girl. She made me smile so hard my cheeks hurt😭
NOW.....DR. WILDE🔥🔥🔥 MOMMY? Sorry. Mommy? Sorry. Wow what a woman. 😀 Hannah Montana who? This girl is a pediatrician by day with her colorful spunky scrubs who is so attentive to all and had my heart melting at how sweet she was. But....by night😏 My emo dressing mommy. And the glasses? 😩😩😩😩 She was the perfect character. I was expecting her to be grumpy but she was brighter than the sun. Easy to love. The way she put her feelings on hold for the sake of Crews daughter and career made me fall in love with her more. I LOVEEEEE THE FRIENDS TO LOVERS. They created such a beautiful bond first and that made the attraction and tension 10x better💗
Now..... I felt like I was going to explode. This was such a fast read i devoured it, and short being 300 pages but indy manages to have it slow burninnnnn and....I loved it. Keep me on edge girl😏🔥
⚾️ Baseball romance
🧢 MLB player x Pediatrician
👨👧 Single Dad
💞 Friends to Lovers
💗ADHD Rep
Thank you Indy for this earc🥹
Booksta- romance.with.bri
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 15, 2026
Indy Valentine is a new to me author. Draft Pick was just what I needed to cleanse my reading funk. Draft Pick has a lot of my favorite tropes in one book. There is single dad, baseball, and friends to lovers.
Crew is a single dad who is a center fielder of a professional baseball team. The love and relationship between him and his daughter, Adeline or Addie, is just the most precious thing you will read. Queen Adeline Briggs of Emerald City will steal every scene.
Juniper is new to town after moving from home to take over as a pediatrician when the previous retired. The meet cute is at Queen Addie’s first appointment with the new pediatrician. That meet cute?! So so cute!
Personally, I seriously needed this book at this time. Draft Pick is definitely on the light hearted side though the main characters do have real life issues of their own. I needed something light with a good storyline. Draft Pick fits those needs. I loved the progression of Crew and Juniper’s relationship. These two try fight the chemistry between them. The more instances they two find themselves together in the more that their chemistry just simmers until THAT moment. Who doesn’t love a good THAT moment.
This may be my first Indy Valentine book but it will definitely not be the last. I already downloaded (& ready to read) the first book in this series.
Thank you to Luna Literary for the for the advance reader copy. I reviewed an advance copy of this book freely and voluntarily. I received no compensation of any kind from any source for this review.
Crew is a single dad who is a center fielder of a professional baseball team. The love and relationship between him and his daughter, Adeline or Addie, is just the most precious thing you will read. Queen Adeline Briggs of Emerald City will steal every scene.
Juniper is new to town after moving from home to take over as a pediatrician when the previous retired. The meet cute is at Queen Addie’s first appointment with the new pediatrician. That meet cute?! So so cute!
Personally, I seriously needed this book at this time. Draft Pick is definitely on the light hearted side though the main characters do have real life issues of their own. I needed something light with a good storyline. Draft Pick fits those needs. I loved the progression of Crew and Juniper’s relationship. These two try fight the chemistry between them. The more instances they two find themselves together in the more that their chemistry just simmers until THAT moment. Who doesn’t love a good THAT moment.
This may be my first Indy Valentine book but it will definitely not be the last. I already downloaded (& ready to read) the first book in this series.
Thank you to Luna Literary for the for the advance reader copy. I reviewed an advance copy of this book freely and voluntarily. I received no compensation of any kind from any source for this review.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I received an advance reader copy of this book and am sharing my honest review.
Addie absolutely stole the show in this book! She played such an important role in bringing Crew and Juniper together, and their connection wouldn’t have happened without her.
I loved how Juniper was portrayed — a fun, caring pediatrician during the day with her playful character scrubs, but more laid-back and often dressed in black outside of work. Crew was immediately drawn to her when she became Addie’s new pediatrician, and I really enjoyed watching their relationship grow slowly and naturally, with plenty of encouragement from the people around them.
Juniper’s childhood added so much to her character. Growing up with parents who struggled with hoarding clearly left trauma, so when she had the chance to take over the practice in Atlanta, she felt like she had nothing holding her back. What she didn’t expect was meeting an amazing little girl who would push her out of her comfort zone and into a baseball stadium — where she discovers that Addie’s dad is actually one of the players.
One of my favorite parts was how warmly the group welcomed Juniper into their circle. It truly felt like she finally found a place where she belonged. As she becomes more comfortable with herself and starts healing from her past, you can see how much closer she and Crew grow. From the moment they met, there was a pull between them, and watching that connection deepen throughout the story was wonderful.
Addie absolutely stole the show in this book! She played such an important role in bringing Crew and Juniper together, and their connection wouldn’t have happened without her.
I loved how Juniper was portrayed — a fun, caring pediatrician during the day with her playful character scrubs, but more laid-back and often dressed in black outside of work. Crew was immediately drawn to her when she became Addie’s new pediatrician, and I really enjoyed watching their relationship grow slowly and naturally, with plenty of encouragement from the people around them.
Juniper’s childhood added so much to her character. Growing up with parents who struggled with hoarding clearly left trauma, so when she had the chance to take over the practice in Atlanta, she felt like she had nothing holding her back. What she didn’t expect was meeting an amazing little girl who would push her out of her comfort zone and into a baseball stadium — where she discovers that Addie’s dad is actually one of the players.
One of my favorite parts was how warmly the group welcomed Juniper into their circle. It truly felt like she finally found a place where she belonged. As she becomes more comfortable with herself and starts healing from her past, you can see how much closer she and Crew grow. From the moment they met, there was a pull between them, and watching that connection deepen throughout the story was wonderful.
May 11, 2026
Indy Valentine does not miss! Every book I’ve read has been 5⭐️and this is my new favorite by her! I absolutely loved this story with my whole heart😭
Crew is a professional baseball player for the Atlanta strikers and is struggling with his daughter being diagnosed with adhd. Juniper is the new pediatrician in town and will do everything she can to help his daughter. She befriends one of the other players’ wife’s which leads to a friendship with Crew. I just loved watching their friendship grow and turn into something amazing! The banter was perfection and those nicknames were just so great😂The tension was tensioning and when they finally give in omg was it so damn good! Daddy Crew Briggs can get it any day of the week😮💨🥵damn that man was perfection😮💨
This book really hit home for me as both my boys have adhd and I had a lot of the same struggles. The relationship Juniper had with his daughter just melted my heart. The found family was incredible and she just fit in perfectly with all of them.
This is book 4 in the Atlanta boys series and releases on May 21st! I will immediately be going to read the other 3 books! Add this one to your tbr asap! Thank you so much Indy I’m so honored to be on your team!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️♾️
Baseball romance
Single dad
Friends to lovers
ADHD rep
MLB player x pediatrician
Crew is a professional baseball player for the Atlanta strikers and is struggling with his daughter being diagnosed with adhd. Juniper is the new pediatrician in town and will do everything she can to help his daughter. She befriends one of the other players’ wife’s which leads to a friendship with Crew. I just loved watching their friendship grow and turn into something amazing! The banter was perfection and those nicknames were just so great😂The tension was tensioning and when they finally give in omg was it so damn good! Daddy Crew Briggs can get it any day of the week😮💨🥵damn that man was perfection😮💨
This book really hit home for me as both my boys have adhd and I had a lot of the same struggles. The relationship Juniper had with his daughter just melted my heart. The found family was incredible and she just fit in perfectly with all of them.
This is book 4 in the Atlanta boys series and releases on May 21st! I will immediately be going to read the other 3 books! Add this one to your tbr asap! Thank you so much Indy I’m so honored to be on your team!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️♾️
Baseball romance
Single dad
Friends to lovers
ADHD rep
MLB player x pediatrician
Review of advance copy
⭐️⭐️⭐️/🌶️🌶️.5
Crew Briggs is the kind of MMC who slides into a story the way a well hit ball finds the outfield, easy to admire but complicated to catch. Draft Pick gave me exactly that: cozy small town vibes, a swoony single dad dynamic, and a steady lineup of warm, domestic moments. The heart of the book is Crew’s messy juggling act. Baseball, a restaurant, and a wildly imaginative little girl, against Dr. Juniper Wilde’s patient, principled steadiness. Their chemistry simmers rather than explodes, which is a nice change from the usual insta love tropes. The setup and family beats shine. Readers will for sure eat up the parenting scenes and the tender slow burn glances but the romantic stakes sometimes hover without fully landing. Crew’s internal walls are convincing, but I wanted a deeper look at the emotional consequences of his choices. Juniper’s perspective is strong, but a bit more raw honesty would have pushed this from “nice” to “unforgettable.” If you love character driven romance with comforting domesticity and slow burn tension, Draft Pick will be a satisfying read. If you crave heavier emotional reckonings or high stakes conflict, this one might leave you wanting.
Thank you to Luna Literary and Indy for providing me with a copy of Draft Pick. As always, my opinions are my own.
Crew Briggs is the kind of MMC who slides into a story the way a well hit ball finds the outfield, easy to admire but complicated to catch. Draft Pick gave me exactly that: cozy small town vibes, a swoony single dad dynamic, and a steady lineup of warm, domestic moments. The heart of the book is Crew’s messy juggling act. Baseball, a restaurant, and a wildly imaginative little girl, against Dr. Juniper Wilde’s patient, principled steadiness. Their chemistry simmers rather than explodes, which is a nice change from the usual insta love tropes. The setup and family beats shine. Readers will for sure eat up the parenting scenes and the tender slow burn glances but the romantic stakes sometimes hover without fully landing. Crew’s internal walls are convincing, but I wanted a deeper look at the emotional consequences of his choices. Juniper’s perspective is strong, but a bit more raw honesty would have pushed this from “nice” to “unforgettable.” If you love character driven romance with comforting domesticity and slow burn tension, Draft Pick will be a satisfying read. If you crave heavier emotional reckonings or high stakes conflict, this one might leave you wanting.
Thank you to Luna Literary and Indy for providing me with a copy of Draft Pick. As always, my opinions are my own.
Review of advance copy
My sweet and perfect babies, oh how I love them 😭
Crew is making it his life’s mission to get his daughter, Addie, help with her ADHD. It’s starting to affect her life and school and they are evaluating the options.
Juniper is the towns new pediatrician. She’s on a mission to say yes more and find friends in her new town.
Juniper becomes Addie’s new doctor and the 3 of them start to slowly build the most natural friendships. Crew is a single dad who co-parents and bless all the things because there’s zero baby mama drama and I think you for that 🙏🏼
The way that their friendship grows throughout this book is beautiful! This is a tension filled slow burn with a side of friends to lovers. It’s felt very realistic to how a real life relationship would develop, especially when you work full time and throw in being a single parent to the mix.
They made sure of what they wanted before moving forward with their relationship and I love that so much! If you’ve read the other books in the series then this is an extra fun time to see what everyone is up to 🥹 August Graves makes quite the addition with his shenanigans and listen.. any glimpse of daddy August is FINE BY ME! 😅
This would make the perfect beach/vacay read! Add this to your TBR asap! It’s a home run for sure 🥹
Crew is making it his life’s mission to get his daughter, Addie, help with her ADHD. It’s starting to affect her life and school and they are evaluating the options.
Juniper is the towns new pediatrician. She’s on a mission to say yes more and find friends in her new town.
Juniper becomes Addie’s new doctor and the 3 of them start to slowly build the most natural friendships. Crew is a single dad who co-parents and bless all the things because there’s zero baby mama drama and I think you for that 🙏🏼
The way that their friendship grows throughout this book is beautiful! This is a tension filled slow burn with a side of friends to lovers. It’s felt very realistic to how a real life relationship would develop, especially when you work full time and throw in being a single parent to the mix.
They made sure of what they wanted before moving forward with their relationship and I love that so much! If you’ve read the other books in the series then this is an extra fun time to see what everyone is up to 🥹 August Graves makes quite the addition with his shenanigans and listen.. any glimpse of daddy August is FINE BY ME! 😅
This would make the perfect beach/vacay read! Add this to your TBR asap! It’s a home run for sure 🥹
Review of advance copy
I was lucky to receive the ARC for this 🙏
This book was actually the best one yet. I enjoyed the other three, but this is my clear favourite.
I honestly didn’t think I’d be this invested in Crew’s story, but wow… this was genuinely such an enjoyable read.
Crew was such an amazing MMC and deserved the world. His love for his little girl was moving from the very beginning. The swoon-worthy dad devotion? Absolutely everything.
I also loved the relationship with his daughter’s mother. The strong co-parenting with no messy drama was so refreshing to read. And his daughter was written so well and added so much heart to the story.
Juniper was such a sweetheart. She gave off such cozy, comforting vibes and suited Crew perfectly. The slow burn and friendship-building between them was beautifully done, and seeing them finally realise their feelings was so satisfying.
Overall, Crew and Juniper are officially my favourites 😍 I really thought Tenley and August would stay at the top, but they’ve been moved down.
Now I desperately need Jack’s story because that man already has a tight hold on my heart ❤️
This book was actually the best one yet. I enjoyed the other three, but this is my clear favourite.
I honestly didn’t think I’d be this invested in Crew’s story, but wow… this was genuinely such an enjoyable read.
Crew was such an amazing MMC and deserved the world. His love for his little girl was moving from the very beginning. The swoon-worthy dad devotion? Absolutely everything.
I also loved the relationship with his daughter’s mother. The strong co-parenting with no messy drama was so refreshing to read. And his daughter was written so well and added so much heart to the story.
Juniper was such a sweetheart. She gave off such cozy, comforting vibes and suited Crew perfectly. The slow burn and friendship-building between them was beautifully done, and seeing them finally realise their feelings was so satisfying.
Overall, Crew and Juniper are officially my favourites 😍 I really thought Tenley and August would stay at the top, but they’ve been moved down.
Now I desperately need Jack’s story because that man already has a tight hold on my heart ❤️
Review of advance copy
Juniper Wilde está cansada de sobrevivir en lugar de vivir. Mudarse a Atlanta para hacerse cargo de su propia consulta pediátrica es la primera decisión que toma pensando únicamente en ella misma. Quiere un nuevo comienzo, una rutina distinta y la oportunidad de construir una vida que no esté marcada por el peso de su pasado.
Crew Briggs parece tenerlo todo: fama, dinero y una carrera exitosa en las grandes ligas. Pero detrás de la imagen del jugador perfecto hay un hombre agotado de intentar ser suficiente para todos, especialmente para Addie, su hija. Mientras las preocupaciones sobre el futuro comienzan a acumularse, Crew empieza a preguntarse si todavía existe espacio en su vida para algo más que responsabilidades.
Cuando Juniper y Crew se conocen, la atracción es inmediata, pero también peligrosa. Ella no busca complicaciones y él no sabe cómo dejar entrar a alguien en el caos de su mundo.
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Tengo curiosidad por el libro del entrenador. Solo había leído el primer libro de la serie y pensé que su matrimonio era feliz, pero con los comentarios que se soltaron aquí al parecer es todo lo contrario.
Gracias Luna Literary
Crew Briggs parece tenerlo todo: fama, dinero y una carrera exitosa en las grandes ligas. Pero detrás de la imagen del jugador perfecto hay un hombre agotado de intentar ser suficiente para todos, especialmente para Addie, su hija. Mientras las preocupaciones sobre el futuro comienzan a acumularse, Crew empieza a preguntarse si todavía existe espacio en su vida para algo más que responsabilidades.
Cuando Juniper y Crew se conocen, la atracción es inmediata, pero también peligrosa. Ella no busca complicaciones y él no sabe cómo dejar entrar a alguien en el caos de su mundo.
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Tengo curiosidad por el libro del entrenador. Solo había leído el primer libro de la serie y pensé que su matrimonio era feliz, pero con los comentarios que se soltaron aquí al parecer es todo lo contrario.
Gracias Luna Literary
Review of advance copy received from Author
Crew is a dad, baseball player, and restaurant owner. He has a lot going on in his life. When he meets Dr. Juniper Wilde, his daughter’s pediatrician, he knew she was the right person to help him with his daughter’s diagnosis. Juniper is new to town opening up her own practice. She gets in with Crew’s baseball team family and wonders if she can stay friends with Crew or hope for something more.
My gosh I loved reading this book. I related to it so much because my oldest child has ADHD. It’s such a battle being a parent because everyone does it differently. I was so happy to see how this was handled in the book. It tore at my heart on how Crew is trying his best to make sure Addie gets all the help she can get.
I love that Crew and Juniper started out as friends and it was a slow burn. I love the way Indy writes. All of these books have been so much fun to read and I love the bromance and friendship that the girls have. I’m especially excited for the next book, because I’ve been wanting him to have his happily ever after too!
Easily a five star read. The spicy moments were perfection and the storylines were great.
My gosh I loved reading this book. I related to it so much because my oldest child has ADHD. It’s such a battle being a parent because everyone does it differently. I was so happy to see how this was handled in the book. It tore at my heart on how Crew is trying his best to make sure Addie gets all the help she can get.
I love that Crew and Juniper started out as friends and it was a slow burn. I love the way Indy writes. All of these books have been so much fun to read and I love the bromance and friendship that the girls have. I’m especially excited for the next book, because I’ve been wanting him to have his happily ever after too!
Easily a five star read. The spicy moments were perfection and the storylines were great.
Review of advance copy
I love supporting women in STEM!
One of my favorite aspects of this story was the ADHD representation. I don’t often come across books that explore what it’s like for a child struggling with ADHD and the different options available to help them navigate it. I found it eye-opening, especially as someone with a sibling who has ADHD, it gave me a deeper understanding and appreciation for those experiences. I also really appreciated how openly the parents discussed treatment options and support without shame or judgment.
Dr. Wilde, aka Juni, was the perfect blend of sugar and spice. She’s an exceptional pediatrician who is both highly professional and amazing with kids, while also carrying this confident, sexy black-cat-energy vibe that made her alluring Though she comes from a place of trauma, I loved seeing how willing she was to communicate and allow herself the space to grow and be vulnerable.
Crew, a seasoned Striker nearing retirement, was equally compelling. He’s trying to reprioritize his life around his daughter and the things that truly matter to him. The guilt he carries about not always being present felt, and I loved that once he knew what he wanted, he wasn’t afraid to pursue it.
Together, Juni and Crew had great chemistry and brought plenty of tension and spicy moments, especially involving a team jersey 👀.
Tropes & Features:
Dual POV
Friends to Lovers
ADHD Representation
Single Dad Romance
I wanted to thank Luna Literary for this ARC
One of my favorite aspects of this story was the ADHD representation. I don’t often come across books that explore what it’s like for a child struggling with ADHD and the different options available to help them navigate it. I found it eye-opening, especially as someone with a sibling who has ADHD, it gave me a deeper understanding and appreciation for those experiences. I also really appreciated how openly the parents discussed treatment options and support without shame or judgment.
Dr. Wilde, aka Juni, was the perfect blend of sugar and spice. She’s an exceptional pediatrician who is both highly professional and amazing with kids, while also carrying this confident, sexy black-cat-energy vibe that made her alluring Though she comes from a place of trauma, I loved seeing how willing she was to communicate and allow herself the space to grow and be vulnerable.
Crew, a seasoned Striker nearing retirement, was equally compelling. He’s trying to reprioritize his life around his daughter and the things that truly matter to him. The guilt he carries about not always being present felt, and I loved that once he knew what he wanted, he wasn’t afraid to pursue it.
Together, Juni and Crew had great chemistry and brought plenty of tension and spicy moments, especially involving a team jersey 👀.
Tropes & Features:
Dual POV
Friends to Lovers
ADHD Representation
Single Dad Romance
I wanted to thank Luna Literary for this ARC
Review of advance copy received from Author
We're back with the Atlanta Boys!! Missed these guys. Book 4 in the series, a standalone with interconnected characters and my favourite couple just keeps changing with every book! This is the story of Crew and Juniper and I'm pretty sure I read this whole book with a grin on my face - between the antics of the boys, Juniper, Crew and Addie - absolutely loved it.
Dr Juniper Wilde is new to Atlanta and ends up treating Addie, so she wont cross that Dr/Parent line with Crew despite the insane attraction. Its a slow burn because they accept each other as friends for a while, until they can't anymore and boy when that tension explodes - wow, Dr Wilde is WILD. Crew is smitten, Addie is absolutely royalty and Juniper is confident, sassy and all things wild. Loved being back with the boys, what a great bunch.
I voluntarily reviewed a free advance copy of this book provided by the author. The opinions expressed are my own.
Dr Juniper Wilde is new to Atlanta and ends up treating Addie, so she wont cross that Dr/Parent line with Crew despite the insane attraction. Its a slow burn because they accept each other as friends for a while, until they can't anymore and boy when that tension explodes - wow, Dr Wilde is WILD. Crew is smitten, Addie is absolutely royalty and Juniper is confident, sassy and all things wild. Loved being back with the boys, what a great bunch.
I voluntarily reviewed a free advance copy of this book provided by the author. The opinions expressed are my own.
Review of advance copy received from Author
The Atlanta Boys: Crew and Juniper
Where to even start…?
The ADHD rep was done well, and I love how Juniper dealt with the sensitivities of medicating. Such an ingenious way…
I’ve got to tell you… That Aspect resonated. With a child with ADHD, dealing with the school drama and taking the steps to medicate is hard. I totally felt Crew at that point.
The chemistry was there from the start, and I didn’t mind the ‘will they, won’t they’ aspect. We knew it was coming, and it was a tough situation to work through to feel comfortable taking that next step. And having her still dating was so refreshing.
I adored her connection with Addie. It was precious. Much like Addie, herself.
And the team… the created family… the banter was awesome, if a little immature at times, but still entertaining.
The story around Jack is heartbreaking, and knowing his story is coming? Sure to bring on the angst.
Thanks, Indy, for the advance copy. Very enjoyable.
Where to even start…?
The ADHD rep was done well, and I love how Juniper dealt with the sensitivities of medicating. Such an ingenious way…
I’ve got to tell you… That Aspect resonated. With a child with ADHD, dealing with the school drama and taking the steps to medicate is hard. I totally felt Crew at that point.
The chemistry was there from the start, and I didn’t mind the ‘will they, won’t they’ aspect. We knew it was coming, and it was a tough situation to work through to feel comfortable taking that next step. And having her still dating was so refreshing.
I adored her connection with Addie. It was precious. Much like Addie, herself.
And the team… the created family… the banter was awesome, if a little immature at times, but still entertaining.
The story around Jack is heartbreaking, and knowing his story is coming? Sure to bring on the angst.
Thanks, Indy, for the advance copy. Very enjoyable.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This book has some of my favorite tropes in it—single dad, friends to lovers and a protective hero. Once I started reading I had a hard time putting it down!
This was my first time reading a ADHD rep—father dealing with the diagnosis of his daughter—and the author handled it beautifully. It was a slow burn—-or more so that the MMC and FMC were slow to act out on instant attraction. The relationship that Juniper has with Addie will melt your heart.
The little girl Addie—-I mean Queen Adeline Briggs of Emerald City 😆— completely stole my heart from the very beginning with her larger than life personality.
This was my first book read of this author and while this could be read as a stand alone, I got curious about the characters and probably would end up reading from book 1 seeing as this is book 4.
This was my first time reading a ADHD rep—father dealing with the diagnosis of his daughter—and the author handled it beautifully. It was a slow burn—-or more so that the MMC and FMC were slow to act out on instant attraction. The relationship that Juniper has with Addie will melt your heart.
The little girl Addie—-I mean Queen Adeline Briggs of Emerald City 😆— completely stole my heart from the very beginning with her larger than life personality.
This was my first book read of this author and while this could be read as a stand alone, I got curious about the characters and probably would end up reading from book 1 seeing as this is book 4.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
Crew. Landon. Briggs. I am a sucker for a good single dad and this one was HOT. Juniper (love her name!) was a genuine MFC who was not only a girl’s, girl but was intelligent and fit seamlessly with the crew (no pun intended). Their chemistry from the start flowed right off the pages.
Adeline, “Addie”, “Doodle” was an adorable child. Being a teacher and working with many “Addie’s” I loved how well developed this was; how the referral from the school is after accommodations made, the doctor evaluates….its a team effort!! Very well done!!!
I really enjoyed this story. I’ve said it in almost every review. I WANT TO PLAY DIRTY BINGO!😂
Thank you so much to Indy Valentine and the Author Agency for the e-arc!
Adeline, “Addie”, “Doodle” was an adorable child. Being a teacher and working with many “Addie’s” I loved how well developed this was; how the referral from the school is after accommodations made, the doctor evaluates….its a team effort!! Very well done!!!
I really enjoyed this story. I’ve said it in almost every review. I WANT TO PLAY DIRTY BINGO!😂
Thank you so much to Indy Valentine and the Author Agency for the e-arc!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Wow, I loved this book. Crew has found out his daughter has an ADHD diagnosis and is really struggling in her school. He wants to do everything in his power to give her all the help and provide her with the best care. He is a single dad who co-parents a great relationship with Addie’s mom. Juniper ends up becoming Addie’s new pediatrician and is looking to meet new friends and experience new city life. I loved watching the organic friendship that Crew and Juniper developed throughout the book. The tension was thick! While it is a slow burn read once they crossed that line all bets were off between the two. I enjoyed watching the relationship between Juniper and Addie, it was heart-warming. Thank you Indy Valentine and Luna Literary for the arc.
Review of advance copy
Draft Pick is such a great and quick read! I love a good bad ass, independent women in the STEM world and Juniper, or Dr. Wilde, didn’t disappoint! She clearly loves what she does and has a spicy side to her. You can feel her pain as she struggles with her parents hoarding and how it has affected her. Crew is the best dad, he only wants the best for his little Addie and her struggles with ADHD. You can feel his guilt of not always being present and having too much going on in his life. Both Juniper and Crew were relatable and I enjoyed how their relationship developed. There was definitely chemistry and tension!
Thank you Luna Literacy and Indy Valentines for the opportunity to read and review this ARC.
Thank you Luna Literacy and Indy Valentines for the opportunity to read and review this ARC.
May 12, 2026
ARC REVIEW
4.5 stars
I really thoroughly enjoyed this. I loved the characters. I normally like a bit of drama but actually enjoyed there wasn’t any around needing to sacrifice or fear of sacrificing one career for another.
I also loved the co-parenting in this. There was no drama and hate and jealousy between Crew and Hilary. I enjoyed seeing Hilary and Junipers relationship form naturally and full of kindness and respect. This book showing that families come in different forms and that many people can love a child.
I liked the pace of Crew and Junipers relationship and the connection they formed.
Addie is a sassy funny Queen. Love her.
I liked the representation of an experience of ADHD in a young female. It wasn’t the only focus but sprinkled throughout. The struggle and journey and support and options available. What being listened to can do for someone (a family)
I can’t wait to read Coach’s storyyyy
4.5 stars
I really thoroughly enjoyed this. I loved the characters. I normally like a bit of drama but actually enjoyed there wasn’t any around needing to sacrifice or fear of sacrificing one career for another.
I also loved the co-parenting in this. There was no drama and hate and jealousy between Crew and Hilary. I enjoyed seeing Hilary and Junipers relationship form naturally and full of kindness and respect. This book showing that families come in different forms and that many people can love a child.
I liked the pace of Crew and Junipers relationship and the connection they formed.
Addie is a sassy funny Queen. Love her.
I liked the representation of an experience of ADHD in a young female. It wasn’t the only focus but sprinkled throughout. The struggle and journey and support and options available. What being listened to can do for someone (a family)
I can’t wait to read Coach’s storyyyy
May 10, 2026
I’ve been dying for Crew’s book since Drop Three and it did NOT disappoint. Crew is just a good fucking guy always trying to do the right thing for the people he loves and I’m OBSESSED with that. His relationship with Addie was so incredibly sweet, 10/10 girl dad. And Juniper was such a badass match for him. A successful doctor with a HUGE heart and so much love to give. I absolutely loved their chemistry and how Addie was such a huge part of their story. Honestly, this was such a feel good book and I loved it!
• MLB player x pediatrician • single dad • possessive MMC • ADHD representation • caretaking •
• MLB player x pediatrician • single dad • possessive MMC • ADHD representation • caretaking •
May 10, 2026
5⭐️
2.5🌶️
“Suburban Daddy” Crew Briggs has entered the chat — and he is falling hard and fast for the raven-haired pediatrician who’s equal parts sweetheart and sass.
Crew’s not the only one smitten with the new doc in town either. His daughter is obsessed, his ex is inviting her to yoga, and his friends have already added her to the group chat 🤭
This book was beautiful — honestly, that’s the only way to describe it. Not me crying into my cornflakes…
From the ADHD representation to the tension-filled friendship between Crew & Juniper, this story keeps you deep in your feelings the entire time.
Indy, you absolutely knocked this one outta the park, girlfriend 💚
2.5🌶️
“Suburban Daddy” Crew Briggs has entered the chat — and he is falling hard and fast for the raven-haired pediatrician who’s equal parts sweetheart and sass.
Crew’s not the only one smitten with the new doc in town either. His daughter is obsessed, his ex is inviting her to yoga, and his friends have already added her to the group chat 🤭
This book was beautiful — honestly, that’s the only way to describe it. Not me crying into my cornflakes…
From the ADHD representation to the tension-filled friendship between Crew & Juniper, this story keeps you deep in your feelings the entire time.
Indy, you absolutely knocked this one outta the park, girlfriend 💚
Review of advance copy
Tropes:
-single dad
-MLB baseball
-center fielder x pediatrician
-friends to lovers
-caretaking
-jealous and protective hero
Draft Pick is part of The Atlanta Boys series and is Crew and Juniper's story.
Juniper is the new pediatrician in town and is new to the town as well. Crew is a single dad who plays professional baseball. A friendship blossoms between these two but there is also definite chemistry. The tension can be felt!
This is a nice read that is heartwarming. The story flows nicely and the characters are well written. If you're looking for a feel-good book, this is it!
Releasing May 21, 2026. I received an ARC copy in exchange for an honest review.
-single dad
-MLB baseball
-center fielder x pediatrician
-friends to lovers
-caretaking
-jealous and protective hero
Draft Pick is part of The Atlanta Boys series and is Crew and Juniper's story.
Juniper is the new pediatrician in town and is new to the town as well. Crew is a single dad who plays professional baseball. A friendship blossoms between these two but there is also definite chemistry. The tension can be felt!
This is a nice read that is heartwarming. The story flows nicely and the characters are well written. If you're looking for a feel-good book, this is it!
Releasing May 21, 2026. I received an ARC copy in exchange for an honest review.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
What an incredible book! I was completely captivated. I enjoyed watching the characters strive for friendship, only to discover that their connection meant far more.
This is the fourth installment in the series, but I read it as a standalone and found that I didn’t need to read the previous books to enjoy it.
I adore the relationship between Juniper and Addie; it transcended the typical doctor-patient dynamic.
Thank you for this amazing opportunity to read your eARC, and I am happy to provide my honest review in return.
This is the fourth installment in the series, but I read it as a standalone and found that I didn’t need to read the previous books to enjoy it.
I adore the relationship between Juniper and Addie; it transcended the typical doctor-patient dynamic.
Thank you for this amazing opportunity to read your eARC, and I am happy to provide my honest review in return.
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