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Walker University Stallions #5
Lockdown Corner
They say what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas.
Except when you marry the girl you’ve always wanted.
Brooke Linson has always been untouchable.
My teammate’s little sister. The girl everyone protected. The one dating the campus douchebag while pretending she was fine.
But I saw her differently. I always have.
The quiet strength. The darkness behind her eyes. The way she carried the weight of everyone else’s expectations like it was her job to keep the world steady.
Then one reckless night changes everything.
Now she’s my wife at the worst possible time. My football career is taking off, her future is just beginning, and calling this a mistake would be easy.
But I don’t want easy. I want her.
I have one shot to prove I’m more than just a football player—and that this Vegas marriage deserves a real ending.
And this time, I’m going to lock her down.
Except when you marry the girl you’ve always wanted.
Brooke Linson has always been untouchable.
My teammate’s little sister. The girl everyone protected. The one dating the campus douchebag while pretending she was fine.
But I saw her differently. I always have.
The quiet strength. The darkness behind her eyes. The way she carried the weight of everyone else’s expectations like it was her job to keep the world steady.
Then one reckless night changes everything.
Now she’s my wife at the worst possible time. My football career is taking off, her future is just beginning, and calling this a mistake would be easy.
But I don’t want easy. I want her.
I have one shot to prove I’m more than just a football player—and that this Vegas marriage deserves a real ending.
And this time, I’m going to lock her down.
258 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 23, 2026
About the author
Ava Sutton
14 books186 followersAva Sutton is a sports enthusiast and author of spicy college and professional sports romance.
When she’s not writing, you can find her nose in a book, scrolling social media or planning dream vacations she someday hopes to take. She lives in Dallas, Texas with her two dogs.
Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.
@avasuttonbooks
When she’s not writing, you can find her nose in a book, scrolling social media or planning dream vacations she someday hopes to take. She lives in Dallas, Texas with her two dogs.
Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.
@avasuttonbooks
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February 24, 2026Not safe, which was disappointing with how all in the H is once he realizes he has feelings for her.
Heroine has a boyfriend (who she does have sex with -- she had been a virgin) and Hero is with other women (heroine has seen some leave his room the next morning). Once H realizes he has feelings for her, he stops and is celibate (starting in September) prior to their first kiss, etc. (Which happens, I believe, some time in December (or close to it) as Christmas plans are discussed shortly after.
Without discovering he'd been with others since meeting her, and that she saw said others leaving the morning after, this story would have been pure perfection.
Heroine has a boyfriend (who she does have sex with -- she had been a virgin) and Hero is with other women (heroine has seen some leave his room the next morning). Once H realizes he has feelings for her, he stops and is celibate (starting in September) prior to their first kiss, etc. (Which happens, I believe, some time in December (or close to it) as Christmas plans are discussed shortly after.
Without discovering he'd been with others since meeting her, and that she saw said others leaving the morning after, this story would have been pure perfection.
January 19, 2026
I think this series just keeps getting better! I can’t get enough of this group of characters. This friends to lovers, teammates sister was a great addition!
I have been so excited for Silas’ story and oh boy did this man shine! Ava did such a wonderful job with both he and Brooke’s story. I enjoyed every moment I got to spend with them and didn’t want it to be over!
Silas is an amazing character, the way he is swoony, sweet, sexy and head over heals for Brooke is the best. He isn’t shy about his feelings, treats her like the queen she is and doesn’t hesitate to tell and show her everything she deserves.
Brooke was a beautiful character, she had my heart. Seeing her deal with trauma from her childhood hurt but also had cheering her on the whole time. I loved her growth and self discovery throughout the book.
When she is told she should let loose and do something for herself, she sure does! In a epic way too!
I felt so proud of her, especially when she opened up to Silas and all the possibilities being with him has.
Silas and Brooke are just perfect for eachother. I enjoyed what they bring out of one another, but also how they just fit in the best ways. They are adorable, fun, playful and spicy! Seeing them discover all they can be together with love and support made me happy.
There was a lot these two had to work through. The story was paced well and had a little bit of everything that kept me fully engaged and excited to see how it would all turn out!
4.75 ⭐️
**Thank you to the author for the copy of this book. This review and its opinions are my own
I have been so excited for Silas’ story and oh boy did this man shine! Ava did such a wonderful job with both he and Brooke’s story. I enjoyed every moment I got to spend with them and didn’t want it to be over!
Silas is an amazing character, the way he is swoony, sweet, sexy and head over heals for Brooke is the best. He isn’t shy about his feelings, treats her like the queen she is and doesn’t hesitate to tell and show her everything she deserves.
Brooke was a beautiful character, she had my heart. Seeing her deal with trauma from her childhood hurt but also had cheering her on the whole time. I loved her growth and self discovery throughout the book.
When she is told she should let loose and do something for herself, she sure does! In a epic way too!
I felt so proud of her, especially when she opened up to Silas and all the possibilities being with him has.
Silas and Brooke are just perfect for eachother. I enjoyed what they bring out of one another, but also how they just fit in the best ways. They are adorable, fun, playful and spicy! Seeing them discover all they can be together with love and support made me happy.
There was a lot these two had to work through. The story was paced well and had a little bit of everything that kept me fully engaged and excited to see how it would all turn out!
4.75 ⭐️
**Thank you to the author for the copy of this book. This review and its opinions are my own
January 20, 2026
Lockdown Corner by Ava Sutton eARC Review 🏈
Give me a college football romance and I will eat it up any day. This story was no exception. Silas and Brooke are it.
Silas is down bad from the very beginning. Brooke is with the wrong man and he is going to do everything in his power to make her his. She needs to be treated with the love and respect that she deserves and he knows that he is the man to do it. He is such a sweetheart, walking green flag of a man and I just loved his character so much. He is not afraid to go after what he wants and what he wants is Brooke.
Brooke struggles with anxiety and panic attacks from past triggers. I loved how real and raw this part of her story is and Ava did such a good job representing that. Silas is the calm to her storm. He grounds her and makes her feel safe and seeing how they are together is just so sweet and heartwarming.
What to expect:
College football
Opposites attract
Dating the wrong person (her)
Love at first sight (him)
Brothers friend/ teammates
Thank you so much Ava and Wordsmith for the arc!
Give me a college football romance and I will eat it up any day. This story was no exception. Silas and Brooke are it.
Silas is down bad from the very beginning. Brooke is with the wrong man and he is going to do everything in his power to make her his. She needs to be treated with the love and respect that she deserves and he knows that he is the man to do it. He is such a sweetheart, walking green flag of a man and I just loved his character so much. He is not afraid to go after what he wants and what he wants is Brooke.
Brooke struggles with anxiety and panic attacks from past triggers. I loved how real and raw this part of her story is and Ava did such a good job representing that. Silas is the calm to her storm. He grounds her and makes her feel safe and seeing how they are together is just so sweet and heartwarming.
What to expect:
College football
Opposites attract
Dating the wrong person (her)
Love at first sight (him)
Brothers friend/ teammates
Thank you so much Ava and Wordsmith for the arc!
March 25, 2026
Nothing's better than when a man who shows you exactly how a woman should be treated. And this book does that. Silas Arbuckle is a hotshot college cornerback, and has been pining over Brooke Linson for 2 years. Silas is obsessed with Brooke, and wants to giver her everything. Not only is Silas a walking green flag with a dirty mouth, but we get sweatpants, glasses, ‘good girl’, and all of the ‘my wife’ vibes. After a celebratory night in Vegas leads to a pair of wedding rings, and Silas is ecstatic about it. Silas knows she’s it for him but Brooke is having doubts, and Silas is so patient and willing to let her feelings catch up to his.
January 27, 2026
Kinda boring. I sorta lost interest when the FMC mentioned she has only ever had sex with her ex, only had bad sex, and has ever had an orgasm. Silas was cute tho. Just really hate an inexperienced FMC.
College Football Romance
Brother’s Friend/Teammate
He Falls First & Harder
Inexperienced FMC x Experienced MMC
OMD(She has a boyfriend for the first 70 pages)
No OWD/Third Act Break Up/Manwhore
No Cheating/Sharing/Intimate Scenes With OP
Dual POV (1st Person)
HEA
College Football Romance
Brother’s Friend/Teammate
He Falls First & Harder
Inexperienced FMC x Experienced MMC
OMD(She has a boyfriend for the first 70 pages)
No OWD/Third Act Break Up/Manwhore
No Cheating/Sharing/Intimate Scenes With OP
Dual POV (1st Person)
HEA
January 20, 2026
✨ARC Review✨
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️
I gobbled this book right up!!
Falling in love with Silas was made easy. I couldn’t get enough of him. This man was completely gone for Brooke in all the best ways, no hesitation, no games, just absolute certainty that she deserves more than what she’s settling for. And he wasn’t wrong.
Watching him step up, speak his feelings, and show her what real care looks like made him an instant favorite. He is what we want in real life. He is soft, steady, and unapologetically all in with her, and I loved every second of it. The way that Silas being her safe place, her grounding force, and her biggest supporter was everything for me.
The way that Ava wrote Brooke’s story just hits. In the most honest way in my opinion. Her anxiety and panic attacks are written with so much care. It all felt so real. Seeing her navigate past trauma while learning to choose herself felt raw and empowering.
Her father broke my heart at times for Brooke. But I 100% get his motives as a parent. She is young and has never do anything out of the ordinary. I GET IT!
I can’t wait to see what comes next from Ava. Her books are my absolute favorite.
What to Expect:
🏈College Football Romance
🏈Dating the Wrong Person (Her)
🏈Spontaneous x Serious
🏈Love at First Sight (Him)
🏈Brother’s Friend/Teammate
Thank you so incredibly much Ava Sutton for allowing me to read a copy of the eARC.
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️
I gobbled this book right up!!
Falling in love with Silas was made easy. I couldn’t get enough of him. This man was completely gone for Brooke in all the best ways, no hesitation, no games, just absolute certainty that she deserves more than what she’s settling for. And he wasn’t wrong.
Watching him step up, speak his feelings, and show her what real care looks like made him an instant favorite. He is what we want in real life. He is soft, steady, and unapologetically all in with her, and I loved every second of it. The way that Silas being her safe place, her grounding force, and her biggest supporter was everything for me.
The way that Ava wrote Brooke’s story just hits. In the most honest way in my opinion. Her anxiety and panic attacks are written with so much care. It all felt so real. Seeing her navigate past trauma while learning to choose herself felt raw and empowering.
Her father broke my heart at times for Brooke. But I 100% get his motives as a parent. She is young and has never do anything out of the ordinary. I GET IT!
I can’t wait to see what comes next from Ava. Her books are my absolute favorite.
What to Expect:
🏈College Football Romance
🏈Dating the Wrong Person (Her)
🏈Spontaneous x Serious
🏈Love at First Sight (Him)
🏈Brother’s Friend/Teammate
Thank you so incredibly much Ava Sutton for allowing me to read a copy of the eARC.
January 25, 2026
✨ARC Review✨
Lockdown Corner
By: Ava Sutton
“When you’re done with this guy, and you will be soon, I’ll be happy to take the title.” I kiss her softly again.
“It wasn’t spontaneous for me either. I…haven’t been able to stop thinking about you.”
“I married him because of who he is when the noise dies down. And Dad, I’ve had feelings for him for a while. The feelings…didn’t happen overnight.”
Silas and Brooke are so freaking sexy and cute! Silas is down bad from the jump for Brooke. He is so supporting and loving of Brooke. So patient and willing to wait for Brooke’s feelings to catch up with his.
And Brooke opens up to Silas about her trauma and admitting he’s her safe place. It’s just so freaking cute! Watching Brooke bloom throughout this story, and grow her confidence in herself, I love the girl power! This story is such an easy and addicting read. I didn’t want to put it down!
Tropes:
College Football Romance
Dating The Wrong Person
Love At First Sight
Spontaneous x Serious
Brother’s Friend/Teammate
Spice starts at: 46%
Spice: 3/4
Stars: 4.5/5
Available on Kindle Unlimited January 23rd
Lockdown Corner
By: Ava Sutton
“When you’re done with this guy, and you will be soon, I’ll be happy to take the title.” I kiss her softly again.
“It wasn’t spontaneous for me either. I…haven’t been able to stop thinking about you.”
“I married him because of who he is when the noise dies down. And Dad, I’ve had feelings for him for a while. The feelings…didn’t happen overnight.”
Silas and Brooke are so freaking sexy and cute! Silas is down bad from the jump for Brooke. He is so supporting and loving of Brooke. So patient and willing to wait for Brooke’s feelings to catch up with his.
And Brooke opens up to Silas about her trauma and admitting he’s her safe place. It’s just so freaking cute! Watching Brooke bloom throughout this story, and grow her confidence in herself, I love the girl power! This story is such an easy and addicting read. I didn’t want to put it down!
Tropes:
College Football Romance
Dating The Wrong Person
Love At First Sight
Spontaneous x Serious
Brother’s Friend/Teammate
Spice starts at: 46%
Spice: 3/4
Stars: 4.5/5
Available on Kindle Unlimited January 23rd
January 27, 2026
I’m hopeless when it comes to beautiful prose that makes the world quiet around me, but pair that with a nice dose of love at first sight, spine-tingling steam, and the structure of love that’s etched onto your heart, and I’m yours forever! Ava Sutton's LOCKDOWN CORNER hit me like an outstanding goal-line hit, it was flawless, vicious, and Ava Sutton at its finest!!! Give me a college football romance, and I'm in, this one is wonderful from the very first chapters, Vegas chaos, a surprise marriage, and two people on the brink of their futures raise the emotions right away, Silas' personality was delicious and well-developed, his love was magnificent, thoughtful, and addictive to witness! The suspense is about whether life will allow them to be together, with that construction, every moment is riveting and poignant and knows how to addict every cell your brain!
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Silas is this kind of MMC who, in the greatest way possible, wrecks expectations, he is handsome, intelligent, grounded, and unapologetically emotionally available, it's compulsive in the best way to watch him repeatedly select Brooke! He knows what he wants and acts with purpose, so he doesn't need to be misled, his trust in himself is based on tolerance and respect, each dialogue among them feels sophisticated and well-deserved as a result! Ava Sutton lets him shine because he's a walking green flag!!!
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Interestingly, Brooke is the spiritual center of attention and her history has tremendous significance, the details she shares of her anxiety and panic attacks are honest and layered, you understand the worry she experiences, her regulation, and her bravery it takes to simply turn up! Silas becomes her repose, but she never uses him as a walking stick, and that proportion is significant! It's powerful and wonderful to watch her make room for herself, it's amazing and long overdue when she finally makes her own decision, her development is tender, courageous, and utterly irresistible!
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As a couple, Silas and Brooke are undoubtedly spicy, vibrant, and thoughtful, .aking the leap from a teammate's sister, and what results from an unsuccessful relationship all happen naturally! The conversation is interesting, the flow is sharp, and the emotional beats are powerful, this group of friends is still outstanding, bringing fun and heart where it's needed! It's hard to put this down once it begins to flap around, so I read it all at once! I absolutely loved it, and what happens in Vegas undoubtedly haunts them home, among the best in the Walker U series, LOCKDOWN CORNER scored a 11/10!!!
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Silas is this kind of MMC who, in the greatest way possible, wrecks expectations, he is handsome, intelligent, grounded, and unapologetically emotionally available, it's compulsive in the best way to watch him repeatedly select Brooke! He knows what he wants and acts with purpose, so he doesn't need to be misled, his trust in himself is based on tolerance and respect, each dialogue among them feels sophisticated and well-deserved as a result! Ava Sutton lets him shine because he's a walking green flag!!!
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Interestingly, Brooke is the spiritual center of attention and her history has tremendous significance, the details she shares of her anxiety and panic attacks are honest and layered, you understand the worry she experiences, her regulation, and her bravery it takes to simply turn up! Silas becomes her repose, but she never uses him as a walking stick, and that proportion is significant! It's powerful and wonderful to watch her make room for herself, it's amazing and long overdue when she finally makes her own decision, her development is tender, courageous, and utterly irresistible!
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As a couple, Silas and Brooke are undoubtedly spicy, vibrant, and thoughtful, .aking the leap from a teammate's sister, and what results from an unsuccessful relationship all happen naturally! The conversation is interesting, the flow is sharp, and the emotional beats are powerful, this group of friends is still outstanding, bringing fun and heart where it's needed! It's hard to put this down once it begins to flap around, so I read it all at once! I absolutely loved it, and what happens in Vegas undoubtedly haunts them home, among the best in the Walker U series, LOCKDOWN CORNER scored a 11/10!!!
January 19, 2026
✨ARC REVIEW✨ 4.5⭐️ I was so excited for Brooke and Silas and this one was EVERYTHING I wanted and more!! Silas has always been infatuated with Brooke but she’s been in a relationship so she’s off limits. But that won’t stop him from showing her just how horrible the guy really is for her. He wants his shot so when he’s sees his opportunity he takes it. One reckless night in Vegas and now they are married and trying to figure out what the rest of their lives will look like. Silas knows she’s so much more than the front that she puts on for everyone and he wants her to see that. All he needs is her to give him a chance so he can prove to her just how good they are together. But with his career in football heating up and her years left in college will they be able to face it all and make the marriage work?
I have absolutely adored this series and these two were no exception!! This was such a fun take on the married in Vegas trope! Silas is so so good to Brooke and it just made me so happy seeing the ways he stood up for her. He wants her to know her own strength and is only there to help build her up. Love all the cameos from the other characters in this series…especially Beck and his protective big brother ways!! They both deserved some happiness in their life and finding it with each other was even better!!
Tropes:
✨Football Romance
✨Brother’s friend/teammate
✨Opposites Attract
✨Love at First Sight
✨Vegas Wedding
I have absolutely adored this series and these two were no exception!! This was such a fun take on the married in Vegas trope! Silas is so so good to Brooke and it just made me so happy seeing the ways he stood up for her. He wants her to know her own strength and is only there to help build her up. Love all the cameos from the other characters in this series…especially Beck and his protective big brother ways!! They both deserved some happiness in their life and finding it with each other was even better!!
Tropes:
✨Football Romance
✨Brother’s friend/teammate
✨Opposites Attract
✨Love at First Sight
✨Vegas Wedding
January 28, 2026
5/5 ⭐
3/5 🌶️
I have been hoping and waiting for Brooke’s story since Counter Play and it did not disappoint. When her therapist and brother tell her to let loose and have some fun in Vegas I don’t think they meant her marrying one of her brother’s former teammates. But that’s just what she does and Silas is enjoying every second of it!
These two were ridiculously sweet and oh so hot! The mouth on Silas had me drooling! He is a man obsessed and makes sure to show Brooke how perfect she is and the he will do anything to make her happy. He’s her calm in the storm. And she’s his everything. I just loved them so so much!
I also LOVE the group of friends in this book! They are the best found family and always have each other’s backs, and constantly have me cracking up at their ribbing and banter. But don’t let that fool you because the last quarter of this book had me on the edge of my seat and all up in my feels! Ava never fails to take you on a whole ass emotional rollercoaster before giving you the most beautiful happily ever after!
I was not ready to say goodbye so I was beyond ecstatic when Ava told us we were getting two more books! Two books that I just know are going to be a wild ride!
Everyonebout told me I was going to LOVE Silas and they were right! I adore that man so much! I’m not sure if he topped Archie for me, but it’s pretty dang close!
3/5 🌶️
I have been hoping and waiting for Brooke’s story since Counter Play and it did not disappoint. When her therapist and brother tell her to let loose and have some fun in Vegas I don’t think they meant her marrying one of her brother’s former teammates. But that’s just what she does and Silas is enjoying every second of it!
These two were ridiculously sweet and oh so hot! The mouth on Silas had me drooling! He is a man obsessed and makes sure to show Brooke how perfect she is and the he will do anything to make her happy. He’s her calm in the storm. And she’s his everything. I just loved them so so much!
I also LOVE the group of friends in this book! They are the best found family and always have each other’s backs, and constantly have me cracking up at their ribbing and banter. But don’t let that fool you because the last quarter of this book had me on the edge of my seat and all up in my feels! Ava never fails to take you on a whole ass emotional rollercoaster before giving you the most beautiful happily ever after!
I was not ready to say goodbye so I was beyond ecstatic when Ava told us we were getting two more books! Two books that I just know are going to be a wild ride!
Everyonebout told me I was going to LOVE Silas and they were right! I adore that man so much! I’m not sure if he topped Archie for me, but it’s pretty dang close!
January 24, 2026
Do you love a tattoo'd, football playing hottie who wears glasses and is down bad for his best friend's little sister. Thought so- read this book.
I have been so lucky to be able to love all the books from this authors FIRST EVER COMPLETE SERIES. Honestly, each and every book she writes gets better- and better than the last. I have been looking forward to Silas and Brooks story since we first met him. You could read between the lines and no this man was going to fall so hard and fast for Brook Linson- and boy did he.
The book starts out with the FMC being in a relationship with an absolute tool. She struggles with letting others down, so instead of just ending things with him- she try's to find the good, but there just isn't any. Silas puts himself in Brooks orbit whenever he gets a chance, and it's no secret he wants to give the thing between them a go. One night in Vegas changes everything when she finally chooses her and does exactly what she wants for once.
She's married and instead of letting her give it all up, Silas asks for an amount of time to prove that he wants this- her- and OMG ya'll. He is so swooney. Like, I'm so in love with him.
I hope you take a chance on this author, on this series, ON THIS BOOK. Cause she's just getting started ya'll.
I have been so lucky to be able to love all the books from this authors FIRST EVER COMPLETE SERIES. Honestly, each and every book she writes gets better- and better than the last. I have been looking forward to Silas and Brooks story since we first met him. You could read between the lines and no this man was going to fall so hard and fast for Brook Linson- and boy did he.
The book starts out with the FMC being in a relationship with an absolute tool. She struggles with letting others down, so instead of just ending things with him- she try's to find the good, but there just isn't any. Silas puts himself in Brooks orbit whenever he gets a chance, and it's no secret he wants to give the thing between them a go. One night in Vegas changes everything when she finally chooses her and does exactly what she wants for once.
She's married and instead of letting her give it all up, Silas asks for an amount of time to prove that he wants this- her- and OMG ya'll. He is so swooney. Like, I'm so in love with him.
I hope you take a chance on this author, on this series, ON THIS BOOK. Cause she's just getting started ya'll.
Review of advance copy received from Author
✨ARC Review✨
Lockdown Corner
By: Ava Sutton
“When you’re done with this guy, and you will be soon, I’ll be happy to take the title.” I kiss her softly again.
“It wasn’t spontaneous for me either. I…haven’t been able to stop thinking about you.”
“I married him because of who he is when the noise dies down. And Dad, I’ve had feelings for him for a while. The feelings…didn’t happen overnight.”
Silas and Brooke are so freaking sexy and cute! Silas is down bad from the jump for Brooke. He is so supporting and loving of Brooke. So patient and willing to wait for Brooke’s feelings to catch up with his.
And Brooke opens up to Silas about her trauma and admitting he’s her safe place. It’s just so freaking cute! Watching Brooke bloom throughout this story, and grow her confidence in herself, I love the girl power! This story is such an easy and addicting read. I didn’t want to put it down!
Tropes:
College Football Romance
Dating The Wrong Person
Love At First Sight
Spontaneous x Serious
Brother’s Friend/Teammate
Spice starts at: 46%
Spice: 3/4
Stars: 4.5/5
Available on Kindle Unlimited January 23rd
Lockdown Corner
By: Ava Sutton
“When you’re done with this guy, and you will be soon, I’ll be happy to take the title.” I kiss her softly again.
“It wasn’t spontaneous for me either. I…haven’t been able to stop thinking about you.”
“I married him because of who he is when the noise dies down. And Dad, I’ve had feelings for him for a while. The feelings…didn’t happen overnight.”
Silas and Brooke are so freaking sexy and cute! Silas is down bad from the jump for Brooke. He is so supporting and loving of Brooke. So patient and willing to wait for Brooke’s feelings to catch up with his.
And Brooke opens up to Silas about her trauma and admitting he’s her safe place. It’s just so freaking cute! Watching Brooke bloom throughout this story, and grow her confidence in herself, I love the girl power! This story is such an easy and addicting read. I didn’t want to put it down!
Tropes:
College Football Romance
Dating The Wrong Person
Love At First Sight
Spontaneous x Serious
Brother’s Friend/Teammate
Spice starts at: 46%
Spice: 3/4
Stars: 4.5/5
Available on Kindle Unlimited January 23rd
January 24, 2026
Lockdown Corner is an absolute knockout of a college football romance! Silas and Brooke’s connection is effortless, fun, and deeply moving, keeping me glued to the pages. I love a down bad MMC, and Silas fits the bill perfectly. He's unapologetically devoted and patient as he plays the long game to win Brooke over, even while she navigates a difficult relationship and her own people-pleasing tendencies. My favorite aspect though? I love the found family vibes between the previous characters we've gotten to know throughout the series. They really played some instrumental parts in this book, and I'd recommend reading the books in order to get its full effect.
Beyond the whirlwind romance, this book stands out by shining a raw and beautiful light on mental health awareness. Watching Brooke work through her childhood trauma and anxiety was deeply emotional, and Silas serves as the perfect steady anchor, meeting her with unwavering support and becoming her ultimate safe space. While I’m sad to see this series end, I can't wait to see what this author has coming for us next!
Beyond the whirlwind romance, this book stands out by shining a raw and beautiful light on mental health awareness. Watching Brooke work through her childhood trauma and anxiety was deeply emotional, and Silas serves as the perfect steady anchor, meeting her with unwavering support and becoming her ultimate safe space. While I’m sad to see this series end, I can't wait to see what this author has coming for us next!
January 23, 2026
Brooke and Silas ❤️❤️❤️
Brooke has spent her life making sure she doesn’t cause trouble and never needs anything from the people around her. Silas is a biomedical engineering major who also happens to be a college football star—and her brother’s best friend. From the moment he really sees Brooke, he wants to be the person she can finally lean on.
They’ve been attracted to each other since they first met, but the timing was never right—she was in high school, he was in college, and now that she’s finally in college herself, she’s in a relationship. When that relationship ends and they find themselves in Vegas together… everything changes.
I absolutely loved these two as a couple. They’re both genuinely good people, great friends, and refreshingly mature in how they communicate with each other. Their connection felt natural and earned, and watching it unfold was so satisfying. Another fantastic addition to the series! 💕✨
4.5 ⭐️
Brooke has spent her life making sure she doesn’t cause trouble and never needs anything from the people around her. Silas is a biomedical engineering major who also happens to be a college football star—and her brother’s best friend. From the moment he really sees Brooke, he wants to be the person she can finally lean on.
They’ve been attracted to each other since they first met, but the timing was never right—she was in high school, he was in college, and now that she’s finally in college herself, she’s in a relationship. When that relationship ends and they find themselves in Vegas together… everything changes.
I absolutely loved these two as a couple. They’re both genuinely good people, great friends, and refreshingly mature in how they communicate with each other. Their connection felt natural and earned, and watching it unfold was so satisfying. Another fantastic addition to the series! 💕✨
4.5 ⭐️
January 22, 2026
ARC REVIEW
Silas and Brooke’s story had me HOOKED from the start 😮🔥
Brooke is already in a relationship when this book begins… but Silas sees his opportunity and he takes it 👀 especially when Brooke starts realising her boyfriend isn’t who she thought he was.
Watching Brooke and Silas slowly grow closer was everything. The tension, the emotional pull, and the way they kept being drawn back to each other had me fully invested.
And then… they get married. 😳💍
From there, this story isn’t just about falling in love it’s about what happens after. Seeing them try to make a marriage work while they’re still so young, still figuring life out, and still learning each other was SUCH a refreshing story
Silas honestly surprised me in the best way, and the deeper their relationship got, the more I was rooting for them 🖤
**Thank you Ava Sutton and wordsmith for the ARC copy of this book
Silas and Brooke’s story had me HOOKED from the start 😮🔥
Brooke is already in a relationship when this book begins… but Silas sees his opportunity and he takes it 👀 especially when Brooke starts realising her boyfriend isn’t who she thought he was.
Watching Brooke and Silas slowly grow closer was everything. The tension, the emotional pull, and the way they kept being drawn back to each other had me fully invested.
And then… they get married. 😳💍
From there, this story isn’t just about falling in love it’s about what happens after. Seeing them try to make a marriage work while they’re still so young, still figuring life out, and still learning each other was SUCH a refreshing story
Silas honestly surprised me in the best way, and the deeper their relationship got, the more I was rooting for them 🖤
**Thank you Ava Sutton and wordsmith for the ARC copy of this book
Review of advance copy received from Author
My only complaint is that this was too short. I could've read 5,000 pages on Brooke and Silas. 🙃 I wanted more. More Silas, more Brooke - just more. I loved them! Silas did not hold back how down bad he was for Brooke, and I was eating it up! I honestly didn't want this to end. This series has me in such a chokehold.
🧁College Football Romance
🧁Friend’s Sister
🧁 Dating the wrong person (her)
🧁 Love at first sight (him)
🧁 Opposites Attract
🧁 Dual POV
📌 “𝘞𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶’𝘳𝘦 𝘥𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘨𝘶𝘺, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘣𝘦 𝘴𝘰𝘰𝘯, 𝘐’𝘭𝘭 𝘣𝘦 𝘩𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘺 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘪𝘵𝘭𝘦.”
📌 “I felt it everywhere.”
📌 “I don’t want to wake up if it is a dream.”
🧁College Football Romance
🧁Friend’s Sister
🧁 Dating the wrong person (her)
🧁 Love at first sight (him)
🧁 Opposites Attract
🧁 Dual POV
📌 “𝘞𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶’𝘳𝘦 𝘥𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘨𝘶𝘺, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘣𝘦 𝘴𝘰𝘰𝘯, 𝘐’𝘭𝘭 𝘣𝘦 𝘩𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘺 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘪𝘵𝘭𝘦.”
📌 “I felt it everywhere.”
📌 “I don’t want to wake up if it is a dream.”
February 6, 2026
4.25⭐️ 2.5-3🌶️ ARC REVIEW - LOCKDOWN CORNER by Ava Sutton. This is book 5 in the Walker University Stallions series (I’ve read & loved them all). I’ve been waiting for Brooke & Silas’ story! I love them together. 💌 Not only is Silas a walking green flag with a dirty mouth 😮💨 but we get sweatpants, glasses 🤓, ‘good girl’, and all of the ‘my wife’ vibes. HE IS A MAN OBSESSED. The found family in this series also is incredible, and I’m going to miss this group.
Silas Arbuckle is a hotshot college cornerback, and has been pining over Brooke Linson for 2 years. When her boyfriend won’t kiss her on the Jumbotron, Silas knows it’s his shot and takes matters into his own hands. 🤭 Post-breakup, a celebratory night in Vegas leads to a pair of wedding rings, and Silas is ecstatic about it. ❤️ Silas knows she’s it for him but Brooke is having doubts, and Silas is so patient and willing to let her feelings catch up to his. He doesn’t push or rush her, he is sweet and supportive of her. She has childhood trauma and Silas makes her feel safe - she can be her true self with him (anxiety/panic attacks and all), and he doesn’t let her hide her emotions from him. He dates her and woos her, and calls her ‘wife’ every chance he gets. He proves to her with actions and not just words that he will do anything for her. She is his endgame.
❤️ He calls her Cupcake 🧁
❤️ He wears glasses 🤓 and reads 📖
❤️ He’s obsessed - always has to be touching her and it makes me giddy when he winks-he’s so charming
❤️ She’s a people-pleaser, doesn’t like to make anyone worry about her—the perfect daughter that follows the rules, doesn’t rock the boat, keeps the peace
❤️ He takes the opportunity to say ‘my wife’ whenever possible 🫠
❤️ He’s fully tatted
❤️ Aftercare 👏🏻
❤️ Hand necklaces 🥵
Favorite quotes:
Yeah, she has a boyfriend, but I don't really give a sh-t. I was serious about what I said to her on the couch. He's a douche and definitely doesn't deserve her. Not that I do either, but I'd do a damn good job of making her feel like a queen every day.
"When you're done with this guy, and you will be soon, I'll be happy to take the title.”
“What? What title? Silas, oh my god.”
"Yours."
"Happy to be your knight in shining armor anytime."
"You're too much, Silas."
I don't want to be too much. I want to be her
everything.
Today I got the trophy. Tonight, I'm gonna
get the girl.
I can't wipe the smile from my face. Seeing her happy like this just makes me fall for her even more than I already was.
“I'm pretty F-ing psyched about being your husband, and I want everyone to know you're mine."
"What can I do to help you when you're struggling? Do you have any exercises that I should know so I can be there to support you?"
"I played a position where you don't get to look away. A lockdown corner. Loving you has taught me that real strength is protecting what matters. I choose you. Every down. Every drive. Every season."
They say what happens in Vegas stays in
Vegas. Except when you marry the girl you've always wanted. And this? This is the part I'll protect with everything I have. My wife. My home. My forever.
Read this if you like:
*College Football 🏈 romance
*Brother’s friend/teammate
*Right person, wrong time
*Love at first sight (him)
*Boy obsessed/possessive
*Vegas wedding
*My wife
*Therapy rep
*F-it moment
*Praise
*Found family
Content warning: anxiety, alcoholic parent, abusive parent, panic attacks, dyslexia
Thank you to Ava Sutton and Wordsmith Publicity for the gifted ARC!
Silas Arbuckle is a hotshot college cornerback, and has been pining over Brooke Linson for 2 years. When her boyfriend won’t kiss her on the Jumbotron, Silas knows it’s his shot and takes matters into his own hands. 🤭 Post-breakup, a celebratory night in Vegas leads to a pair of wedding rings, and Silas is ecstatic about it. ❤️ Silas knows she’s it for him but Brooke is having doubts, and Silas is so patient and willing to let her feelings catch up to his. He doesn’t push or rush her, he is sweet and supportive of her. She has childhood trauma and Silas makes her feel safe - she can be her true self with him (anxiety/panic attacks and all), and he doesn’t let her hide her emotions from him. He dates her and woos her, and calls her ‘wife’ every chance he gets. He proves to her with actions and not just words that he will do anything for her. She is his endgame.
❤️ He calls her Cupcake 🧁
❤️ He wears glasses 🤓 and reads 📖
❤️ He’s obsessed - always has to be touching her and it makes me giddy when he winks-he’s so charming
❤️ She’s a people-pleaser, doesn’t like to make anyone worry about her—the perfect daughter that follows the rules, doesn’t rock the boat, keeps the peace
❤️ He takes the opportunity to say ‘my wife’ whenever possible 🫠
❤️ He’s fully tatted
❤️ Aftercare 👏🏻
❤️ Hand necklaces 🥵
Favorite quotes:
Yeah, she has a boyfriend, but I don't really give a sh-t. I was serious about what I said to her on the couch. He's a douche and definitely doesn't deserve her. Not that I do either, but I'd do a damn good job of making her feel like a queen every day.
"When you're done with this guy, and you will be soon, I'll be happy to take the title.”
“What? What title? Silas, oh my god.”
"Yours."
"Happy to be your knight in shining armor anytime."
"You're too much, Silas."
I don't want to be too much. I want to be her
everything.
Today I got the trophy. Tonight, I'm gonna
get the girl.
I can't wipe the smile from my face. Seeing her happy like this just makes me fall for her even more than I already was.
“I'm pretty F-ing psyched about being your husband, and I want everyone to know you're mine."
"What can I do to help you when you're struggling? Do you have any exercises that I should know so I can be there to support you?"
"I played a position where you don't get to look away. A lockdown corner. Loving you has taught me that real strength is protecting what matters. I choose you. Every down. Every drive. Every season."
They say what happens in Vegas stays in
Vegas. Except when you marry the girl you've always wanted. And this? This is the part I'll protect with everything I have. My wife. My home. My forever.
Read this if you like:
*College Football 🏈 romance
*Brother’s friend/teammate
*Right person, wrong time
*Love at first sight (him)
*Boy obsessed/possessive
*Vegas wedding
*My wife
*Therapy rep
*F-it moment
*Praise
*Found family
Content warning: anxiety, alcoholic parent, abusive parent, panic attacks, dyslexia
Thank you to Ava Sutton and Wordsmith Publicity for the gifted ARC!
January 21, 2026
College Football Romance
Dating the Wrong Person (her)
Love at First Sight (him)
Brother's Friend/Teammate
Opposites Attract
Spontaneous x serious
That boy is trouble with a capital T. And I like it. A little too much.
“I knew you were trouble.”
My wife. My home. My forever.
All I can see is you. You’re so beautiful. And mine.
"Listen, I married you. I may have made the decision lightly but I take my commitments seriously and this is very real for me. I wasn't lying about that. I'm not going anywhere."
"YOU'VE BEEN DATING THE WRONG KIND OF GUYS."
I'M IN LOVE WITH HER. Completely. IN A WAY THAT DOESN'T ASK PERMISSION OR WAIT FOR GOOD TIMING. IN A WAY
THAT'S SETTLED ITSELF INTO MY BONES WITHOUT ME NOTICING.
I DIDN'T MARRY HIM BECAUSE HE WON A GAME OR BECAUSE WE WERE CAUGHT UP IN THE EXCITEMENT. I married him
because of who he is when the noise dies down.
THE WHITE WEDDING CHAPEL WE FOUND
SMELLS LIKE ROSES, CHAMPAGNE, AND BAD DECISIONS. AND YEAH, THIS MIGHT BE CRAZY out I've never felt surer about anything in my life.
No one kisses me like you do.
My husband Silas.
I get to call you my wife.
HE'S BECOME MY SAFE SPACE. THE PERSON MY BODY RELAXES AROUND BEFORE MY BRAIN CAN CATCH UP.
I have an idea…. Let’s get married.
Today I got the trophy. Tonight. I’m gonna get the girl.
He makes me feel free. I like this version of me that I am with him.
I’m in love with her. Completely. In a way that doesn’t ask permission or wait for good timing. In a way that’s settled itself into my bones with out me noticing.
I’m gonna make this girl fall hard, and never let her go.
She carries a quiet strength that doesn t ask to be noticed, and I don't think she realizes how rare that is.
Sweet dreams cupcake,
Night trouble.
I want to be the first thing you touch in the morning and the last thing you taste at night
I choose you, every down. Drive. Every season.
I couldn’t wait for Silas and Brooke’s story! He came out of no where, and I loved every minute of it! The way Silas falls so hard for Brooke and he wanted everyone to know… and she has a boyfriend. Silas is patient, waiting for her and being her friend. Supporting her. A slow burn romance. And when brooke tries to backtrack and push him away Silas was steady and there for her.
When things get rough Silas fights for Brooke instead of walking away. Silas let her know he’s always there for her, no matter what life throws at them.
I loved Silas how he supported brooke and loved with his whole heart! And Brooke seeing her grow and work through her anxiety and her trauma and it was written beautifully.
You definitely need to check this series out! What a beautiful ending
Dating the Wrong Person (her)
Love at First Sight (him)
Brother's Friend/Teammate
Opposites Attract
Spontaneous x serious
That boy is trouble with a capital T. And I like it. A little too much.
“I knew you were trouble.”
My wife. My home. My forever.
All I can see is you. You’re so beautiful. And mine.
"Listen, I married you. I may have made the decision lightly but I take my commitments seriously and this is very real for me. I wasn't lying about that. I'm not going anywhere."
"YOU'VE BEEN DATING THE WRONG KIND OF GUYS."
I'M IN LOVE WITH HER. Completely. IN A WAY THAT DOESN'T ASK PERMISSION OR WAIT FOR GOOD TIMING. IN A WAY
THAT'S SETTLED ITSELF INTO MY BONES WITHOUT ME NOTICING.
I DIDN'T MARRY HIM BECAUSE HE WON A GAME OR BECAUSE WE WERE CAUGHT UP IN THE EXCITEMENT. I married him
because of who he is when the noise dies down.
THE WHITE WEDDING CHAPEL WE FOUND
SMELLS LIKE ROSES, CHAMPAGNE, AND BAD DECISIONS. AND YEAH, THIS MIGHT BE CRAZY out I've never felt surer about anything in my life.
No one kisses me like you do.
My husband Silas.
I get to call you my wife.
HE'S BECOME MY SAFE SPACE. THE PERSON MY BODY RELAXES AROUND BEFORE MY BRAIN CAN CATCH UP.
I have an idea…. Let’s get married.
Today I got the trophy. Tonight. I’m gonna get the girl.
He makes me feel free. I like this version of me that I am with him.
I’m in love with her. Completely. In a way that doesn’t ask permission or wait for good timing. In a way that’s settled itself into my bones with out me noticing.
I’m gonna make this girl fall hard, and never let her go.
She carries a quiet strength that doesn t ask to be noticed, and I don't think she realizes how rare that is.
Sweet dreams cupcake,
Night trouble.
I want to be the first thing you touch in the morning and the last thing you taste at night
I choose you, every down. Drive. Every season.
I couldn’t wait for Silas and Brooke’s story! He came out of no where, and I loved every minute of it! The way Silas falls so hard for Brooke and he wanted everyone to know… and she has a boyfriend. Silas is patient, waiting for her and being her friend. Supporting her. A slow burn romance. And when brooke tries to backtrack and push him away Silas was steady and there for her.
When things get rough Silas fights for Brooke instead of walking away. Silas let her know he’s always there for her, no matter what life throws at them.
I loved Silas how he supported brooke and loved with his whole heart! And Brooke seeing her grow and work through her anxiety and her trauma and it was written beautifully.
You definitely need to check this series out! What a beautiful ending
January 25, 2026
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💫
Spice: 🌶🌶🌶
Reviewed this book for Wordsmith Publicity and the author.
This is the 5th both in the Walker University Stallions, and the last four this series. I hate to say goodbye to this group of friends, but can't wait to see where the journey goes from here... Although I'm pretty sure it's going to Liam, since we got Snow Blitz previously. But this is the long awaited book of Silas & Brooke and I love every page of it!
Tropes:
🏈 College Football Romance
💚 Opposites Attract
🏈 Teammate/Friends Little Sister
💚 Dating the Wrong Person (her)
🏈 Love at First Sight (him)
💚 Found Family
🏈 Vegas Wedding
We're finally getting Silas and Brooke's book, and I've been waiting for this couple since we've read about Silas' crush on Brooke all throughout this series. Well it's a lot deeper for him than we realized. The boy is in love and is going to stop at nothing to make the girl his.
He is such a caring sweetheart. I love Silas' character throughout this whole book. Once he saw an opportunity, he took it and I love reading that part.
Brooke is a sweet girl that struggles in live with anxiety and panic attacks. We read a little of what happened in Beck's book. In case you didn't know this, Brooke is his little sister. Certain triggers at her off in her anxiety.
Brooke is dating this guy, Eli, who is not good to her. It's just the way he treats her and the things he says to her even when others are around to hear it...ick
When these 2 get together, ah, I just live them as a couple. Silas is her calm and is there for her in every way. He shows her how she's supposed to be treated.
The spice is nice and fits perfectly with this couple. If you love the tropes listed above, this is definitely a book for you to read.
I hate this series is coming to an end, but I'm pretty sure we're moving up in the football world and going to Liam's story cont... if you haven't read Snow Blitz,I recommend that book before Liam's book comes out. It's a cliffhanger story that starts with him over Christmas.
Spice: 🌶🌶🌶
Reviewed this book for Wordsmith Publicity and the author.
This is the 5th both in the Walker University Stallions, and the last four this series. I hate to say goodbye to this group of friends, but can't wait to see where the journey goes from here... Although I'm pretty sure it's going to Liam, since we got Snow Blitz previously. But this is the long awaited book of Silas & Brooke and I love every page of it!
Tropes:
🏈 College Football Romance
💚 Opposites Attract
🏈 Teammate/Friends Little Sister
💚 Dating the Wrong Person (her)
🏈 Love at First Sight (him)
💚 Found Family
🏈 Vegas Wedding
We're finally getting Silas and Brooke's book, and I've been waiting for this couple since we've read about Silas' crush on Brooke all throughout this series. Well it's a lot deeper for him than we realized. The boy is in love and is going to stop at nothing to make the girl his.
He is such a caring sweetheart. I love Silas' character throughout this whole book. Once he saw an opportunity, he took it and I love reading that part.
Brooke is a sweet girl that struggles in live with anxiety and panic attacks. We read a little of what happened in Beck's book. In case you didn't know this, Brooke is his little sister. Certain triggers at her off in her anxiety.
Brooke is dating this guy, Eli, who is not good to her. It's just the way he treats her and the things he says to her even when others are around to hear it...ick
When these 2 get together, ah, I just live them as a couple. Silas is her calm and is there for her in every way. He shows her how she's supposed to be treated.
The spice is nice and fits perfectly with this couple. If you love the tropes listed above, this is definitely a book for you to read.
I hate this series is coming to an end, but I'm pretty sure we're moving up in the football world and going to Liam's story cont... if you haven't read Snow Blitz,I recommend that book before Liam's book comes out. It's a cliffhanger story that starts with him over Christmas.
January 26, 2026
Lockdown Corner
Tropes:
Football romance
Brothers best friend
Opposites attract
Love at first site
Vegas wedding
Dating the wrong person (her)
Spontaneous x serious
Tattooed mmc
Firstly thank you to the wonderful Ava for the opportunity to read her book Lockdown Corner. Which is the fifth book in the Walker University Stallions series. This series honestly has me in such a chokehold. I have been loving every book and this was no different. I never want this series to end.
Lockdown Corner follows Silas and Brooke. When we last left off Brooke was in a relationship with Mr Douche (aka Eli) whom happens to be her first real boyfriend. Her brother and friends don’t really approve of him, but they tolerate him for her sake. Silas has a secret crush on Brooke and just quietly watches from the sidelines. One afternoon Brooke is heading to a basketball game with her boyfriend. Silas gets the wonderful idea to attend as well, he drags a few of the guys along. While there they sit directly behind Brooke and her boyfriend. Eli isn’t happy about this. Suddenly during the game the kiss cam lands on Brooke and Eli. But Eli is annoyed because Brookes guy friends are behind them, he leaves her hanging… Silas is furious at this.. He does something reckless that no expects… Will this change there friendship for good or for bad? Will Brooke put it together that Silas has feelings? Stay tuned….
These two have such a wonderful chemistry, amazing dynamic, great banter and Silas will have you swooning and melting into a puddle of goo. This man is a tattooed god and the spice is hot.
If your looking for your next football romance look no further then Avas newest book Lockdown Corner.
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️
“When you’re done with this guy, and you will be soon, I’ll be happy to take the title.”
“I dont want to wake up if it is a dream”
I didn’t marry him because he won a game or because we were caught up in the excitement. I married him because of who he is when noise dies down.
I choose you, every down. Drive. Every season.
My wife. My home, My forever.
Tropes:
Football romance
Brothers best friend
Opposites attract
Love at first site
Vegas wedding
Dating the wrong person (her)
Spontaneous x serious
Tattooed mmc
Firstly thank you to the wonderful Ava for the opportunity to read her book Lockdown Corner. Which is the fifth book in the Walker University Stallions series. This series honestly has me in such a chokehold. I have been loving every book and this was no different. I never want this series to end.
Lockdown Corner follows Silas and Brooke. When we last left off Brooke was in a relationship with Mr Douche (aka Eli) whom happens to be her first real boyfriend. Her brother and friends don’t really approve of him, but they tolerate him for her sake. Silas has a secret crush on Brooke and just quietly watches from the sidelines. One afternoon Brooke is heading to a basketball game with her boyfriend. Silas gets the wonderful idea to attend as well, he drags a few of the guys along. While there they sit directly behind Brooke and her boyfriend. Eli isn’t happy about this. Suddenly during the game the kiss cam lands on Brooke and Eli. But Eli is annoyed because Brookes guy friends are behind them, he leaves her hanging… Silas is furious at this.. He does something reckless that no expects… Will this change there friendship for good or for bad? Will Brooke put it together that Silas has feelings? Stay tuned….
These two have such a wonderful chemistry, amazing dynamic, great banter and Silas will have you swooning and melting into a puddle of goo. This man is a tattooed god and the spice is hot.
If your looking for your next football romance look no further then Avas newest book Lockdown Corner.
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️
“When you’re done with this guy, and you will be soon, I’ll be happy to take the title.”
“I dont want to wake up if it is a dream”
I didn’t marry him because he won a game or because we were caught up in the excitement. I married him because of who he is when noise dies down.
I choose you, every down. Drive. Every season.
My wife. My home, My forever.
January 20, 2026
"Next year, when the clock strikes midnight, it'll be my lips you'll be kissing. I promise you that."
-Silas
Brooke & Silas. She's dealing with being the one who doesn't cause trouble and doesn't need anything. He's the biomedical engineering major who also happens to be a college football star and he sees her. It seems like their relationship is intalust/love, but knowing that they have known each other for a long time and have been circling the same friend group - that means they know more about each other than maybe we see at first. And when they get married in Vegas on a whim, to me, it didn't seem so crazy. They're friends who get along so well and who are attracted to each other. People have married for worse so I was all in on their relationship and they proved that it was the right path!
Love these two main characters together (and apart) - they are both good friends, good people, and then good together. I love that they are portrayed as mature enough to be able to speak their feelings and their minds, can respect each other and their families/friends, and stand up for themselves. Silas' family is so amazing and accepting, and Brooke's family (her dad and brother specifically) are very protective, but luckily, have known Silas and didn't go too far.
This is the second Walker University Stallions book I have read - each can be read as a standalone and I'll be back for the others! I received a complimentary eARC and my review is voluntary. Thank you to the author and Wordsmith Publicity.
what to expect:
*friends to lovers
*opposites attract
*love at first sight (him)
*brother's friend
*tattooed MMC
"You made a very spontaneous decision in a very loud moment in time."
"I married him because of who he is when the noise dies down."
"He's the calm after the panic."
-Silas
Brooke & Silas. She's dealing with being the one who doesn't cause trouble and doesn't need anything. He's the biomedical engineering major who also happens to be a college football star and he sees her. It seems like their relationship is intalust/love, but knowing that they have known each other for a long time and have been circling the same friend group - that means they know more about each other than maybe we see at first. And when they get married in Vegas on a whim, to me, it didn't seem so crazy. They're friends who get along so well and who are attracted to each other. People have married for worse so I was all in on their relationship and they proved that it was the right path!
Love these two main characters together (and apart) - they are both good friends, good people, and then good together. I love that they are portrayed as mature enough to be able to speak their feelings and their minds, can respect each other and their families/friends, and stand up for themselves. Silas' family is so amazing and accepting, and Brooke's family (her dad and brother specifically) are very protective, but luckily, have known Silas and didn't go too far.
This is the second Walker University Stallions book I have read - each can be read as a standalone and I'll be back for the others! I received a complimentary eARC and my review is voluntary. Thank you to the author and Wordsmith Publicity.
what to expect:
*friends to lovers
*opposites attract
*love at first sight (him)
*brother's friend
*tattooed MMC
"You made a very spontaneous decision in a very loud moment in time."
"I married him because of who he is when the noise dies down."
"He's the calm after the panic."
January 23, 2026
I inhaled Lockdown Corner like it was the fourth quarter and my heart was the ball. Ava Sutton had me HOOKED. This book is messy in the best way. Emotional, swoony, slightly reckless, and absolutely drenched in chemistry.
Silas and Brooke… whew. The tension alone could power a stadium. Teammate’s little sister is already dangerous territory, but add years of quiet longing, unspoken understanding, and that one wild Vegas night? I was gone. Silas doesn’t just see Brooke, he knows her. The strength she hides. The weight she carries. The way she’s been protected so much she was never really chosen. And the fact that he’s been choosing her all along? Stop it. I’m unwell.
The Vegas marriage trope never gets old for me, but this one hits harder because the timing is so wrong and the feelings are so right. His career taking off. Her future still fragile and forming. Everyone ready to call it a mistake. And Silas saying, nah, I don’t want easy, I want her. Sir. Immediate book boyfriend status. 🏈🔥
Brooke is not a pushover. I loved her quiet resilience, her softness paired with backbone, and the way she grows into herself without losing who she is. Their chemistry is off the charts, the kind that crackles in small moments and explodes in big ones. Every glance. Every almost-touch. Every “we shouldn’t but we are anyway” choice.
This book made me feel everything. I smiled, I stressed, I swooned, I yelled at my Kindle, and I finished it with that satisfied, full-heart feeling that only a really good sports romance gives you. Ava Sutton absolutely delivered.
If you love football romance, Vegas chaos, forced proximity, and a man who wants to lock it down instead of running away… pick this up immediately. I loved them. I loved this story. Five stars, no notes, still thinking about Silas and Brooke. 💙✨
Silas and Brooke… whew. The tension alone could power a stadium. Teammate’s little sister is already dangerous territory, but add years of quiet longing, unspoken understanding, and that one wild Vegas night? I was gone. Silas doesn’t just see Brooke, he knows her. The strength she hides. The weight she carries. The way she’s been protected so much she was never really chosen. And the fact that he’s been choosing her all along? Stop it. I’m unwell.
The Vegas marriage trope never gets old for me, but this one hits harder because the timing is so wrong and the feelings are so right. His career taking off. Her future still fragile and forming. Everyone ready to call it a mistake. And Silas saying, nah, I don’t want easy, I want her. Sir. Immediate book boyfriend status. 🏈🔥
Brooke is not a pushover. I loved her quiet resilience, her softness paired with backbone, and the way she grows into herself without losing who she is. Their chemistry is off the charts, the kind that crackles in small moments and explodes in big ones. Every glance. Every almost-touch. Every “we shouldn’t but we are anyway” choice.
This book made me feel everything. I smiled, I stressed, I swooned, I yelled at my Kindle, and I finished it with that satisfied, full-heart feeling that only a really good sports romance gives you. Ava Sutton absolutely delivered.
If you love football romance, Vegas chaos, forced proximity, and a man who wants to lock it down instead of running away… pick this up immediately. I loved them. I loved this story. Five stars, no notes, still thinking about Silas and Brooke. 💙✨
January 23, 2026
ARC Review: 4.5⭐️
Lockdown Corner is book 5 in the Walker University Stallions series featuring Silas Arbuckle & Brooke Linson.
Silas is a football player for the Stallions and he lives in a house with some of his teammates and their girlfriends. One of his former teammates Beck has a little sister Brooke who frequently hangs out around the football house with Beck’s fiancee. Silas has had a crush on Brooke for a while, but since she was in a relationship he’s never acted on his feelings.
Brookes relationship is a dud and she begins to feel like her boyfriend doesn’t care for her. He invites her to a basketball game but then also invites his friends so he’s not really paying attention to her. They get put on the kiss cam but he tries to avoid kissing her, so Silas who is sitting behind them intervenes,
Afterwards, Silas tells Brooke she needs to break up with her boyfriend, and after much consideration she follows through with it before going home for the holidays.
Later, they all travel to Vegas for the teams championship game, and after they win they all go out to celebrate. His teammates and their girls all start to leave and eventually its just Silas & Brooke left so they out to explore the city.
While they’re out on the town, Brooke decides they should get married so off to the chapel they go. The next morning when her brother finds out, all heck breaks loose, and her family tries to convince them to have an annulment. Silas convinces her to give him until the draft to fall in love with him.
Will they fall head over heels for one another and stay together or have their marriage annulled and go on with their lives?
This story was so so fun and I really felt connected to Silas & Brooke. Brooke had a lot of demons in her past to manage and Silas was her biggest supporter. I really enjoy this series and I can’t wait for more!
Thank you Ava for the ARC!
Lockdown Corner is book 5 in the Walker University Stallions series featuring Silas Arbuckle & Brooke Linson.
Silas is a football player for the Stallions and he lives in a house with some of his teammates and their girlfriends. One of his former teammates Beck has a little sister Brooke who frequently hangs out around the football house with Beck’s fiancee. Silas has had a crush on Brooke for a while, but since she was in a relationship he’s never acted on his feelings.
Brookes relationship is a dud and she begins to feel like her boyfriend doesn’t care for her. He invites her to a basketball game but then also invites his friends so he’s not really paying attention to her. They get put on the kiss cam but he tries to avoid kissing her, so Silas who is sitting behind them intervenes,
Afterwards, Silas tells Brooke she needs to break up with her boyfriend, and after much consideration she follows through with it before going home for the holidays.
Later, they all travel to Vegas for the teams championship game, and after they win they all go out to celebrate. His teammates and their girls all start to leave and eventually its just Silas & Brooke left so they out to explore the city.
While they’re out on the town, Brooke decides they should get married so off to the chapel they go. The next morning when her brother finds out, all heck breaks loose, and her family tries to convince them to have an annulment. Silas convinces her to give him until the draft to fall in love with him.
Will they fall head over heels for one another and stay together or have their marriage annulled and go on with their lives?
This story was so so fun and I really felt connected to Silas & Brooke. Brooke had a lot of demons in her past to manage and Silas was her biggest supporter. I really enjoy this series and I can’t wait for more!
Thank you Ava for the ARC!
January 27, 2026
#Review: *Lockdown Corner* - Ava Sutton - ARC [18+]
4.5/5✨
3/5🌶️
Brooke Linson was the girl who football player Silas Arbuckle couldn't have. Why? Because she was his teammates little sister and because she already had a boyfriend. But what happens when she wasn't tied anymore by the guy she was dating with? Well, things went a bit wild and they ended up getting married after having too much fun in Vegas. Booke wanted to just leave behind all her insecurities and fears and to enjoy to the fullest the time there. She never thought that she would end up being married to the man who was always so good to her. What will they do now?
Even though this story was mostly fun, it had a more sensitive side to it, focusing the on mental health of the characters and on being strong enough to fight against those dark thoughts. Brooke was such a fighter, never wanting to look weak, trying her best to overcome her struggles. Silas was such a sweetheart, being a great support for her, even when she was in some awkward moments. I loved how he put everything aside and followed his heart, even though he was sure he would have to suffer some consequences for his boldness. I just adored how cute Silas and Brooke were together and how protective of her he was. They had such an insane chemistry and you could see that even before that crazy night in Vegas.
I had such a great time following this insane journey of Silas and Booke and their unplanned marriage, enjoying to the fullest that shift from their initial friendship to that super cute love story.
Thank you so much Ava and Grey's Promo for accepting me for this e-ARC.
✨Tropes
▫️Brother's Friend/Teammate
▫️He Falls First & Harder
▫️Accidentally Married In Vegas
▫️Mental Health
▫️Sports Romance
▫️College Football
▫️Spontaneous x Serious
▫️Dating The Wrong Person (Her)
4.5/5✨
3/5🌶️
Brooke Linson was the girl who football player Silas Arbuckle couldn't have. Why? Because she was his teammates little sister and because she already had a boyfriend. But what happens when she wasn't tied anymore by the guy she was dating with? Well, things went a bit wild and they ended up getting married after having too much fun in Vegas. Booke wanted to just leave behind all her insecurities and fears and to enjoy to the fullest the time there. She never thought that she would end up being married to the man who was always so good to her. What will they do now?
Even though this story was mostly fun, it had a more sensitive side to it, focusing the on mental health of the characters and on being strong enough to fight against those dark thoughts. Brooke was such a fighter, never wanting to look weak, trying her best to overcome her struggles. Silas was such a sweetheart, being a great support for her, even when she was in some awkward moments. I loved how he put everything aside and followed his heart, even though he was sure he would have to suffer some consequences for his boldness. I just adored how cute Silas and Brooke were together and how protective of her he was. They had such an insane chemistry and you could see that even before that crazy night in Vegas.
I had such a great time following this insane journey of Silas and Booke and their unplanned marriage, enjoying to the fullest that shift from their initial friendship to that super cute love story.
Thank you so much Ava and Grey's Promo for accepting me for this e-ARC.
✨Tropes
▫️Brother's Friend/Teammate
▫️He Falls First & Harder
▫️Accidentally Married In Vegas
▫️Mental Health
▫️Sports Romance
▫️College Football
▫️Spontaneous x Serious
▫️Dating The Wrong Person (Her)
January 25, 2026
5⭐️ 3🌶
There is nothing better then a man who shows you exactly how a woman should be treated. I loved everything about this book.. I didnt want it to end. I have fallen in love with Ava Sutton and her storytelling. Each story is layered with happy, fun, sweet, romantic, sexy, and dirty all while still bringing emotions and depth to the story.
Brooke and Silas are amazing. I love them together. Silas is obsessed with Brooke but in the sweetest most loving way. He wants to give her everything and show her how she should be treated and loved. Brooke has had it hard and has some emotional baggage but Silas says "thats ok we will take our time and I'll be right here. give me time" He puts in the work to make her comfortable and happy. He is a walking green flag in glasses. Brooke really grows in her marriage not just as a wife but as a person. Her personal growth is spectacular but it doesn't come easy. Her struggle with anxiety and panic attacks make her even more real. She is open and vulnerable with Silas. He becomes her safe place. I enjoyed waching Silas and Brooke grow into a happy healthy couple but that last 25% was rough on my heart. I love their HEA.
I love the friends and family in this series. They all play important roles.
I have only read by audio the first book in this series and I fallowed along perfectly with this being the 5th and final of this series. I plan on reading the rest of the series by Audiobook because the first was amazing.
I cant wait to see where Ava Sutton takes us next in the big leagues.
Thank you to Ava Sutton and Wordsmith Publicity for this ARC. These are my honest opinions and feelings.
There is nothing better then a man who shows you exactly how a woman should be treated. I loved everything about this book.. I didnt want it to end. I have fallen in love with Ava Sutton and her storytelling. Each story is layered with happy, fun, sweet, romantic, sexy, and dirty all while still bringing emotions and depth to the story.
Brooke and Silas are amazing. I love them together. Silas is obsessed with Brooke but in the sweetest most loving way. He wants to give her everything and show her how she should be treated and loved. Brooke has had it hard and has some emotional baggage but Silas says "thats ok we will take our time and I'll be right here. give me time" He puts in the work to make her comfortable and happy. He is a walking green flag in glasses. Brooke really grows in her marriage not just as a wife but as a person. Her personal growth is spectacular but it doesn't come easy. Her struggle with anxiety and panic attacks make her even more real. She is open and vulnerable with Silas. He becomes her safe place. I enjoyed waching Silas and Brooke grow into a happy healthy couple but that last 25% was rough on my heart. I love their HEA.
I love the friends and family in this series. They all play important roles.
I have only read by audio the first book in this series and I fallowed along perfectly with this being the 5th and final of this series. I plan on reading the rest of the series by Audiobook because the first was amazing.
I cant wait to see where Ava Sutton takes us next in the big leagues.
Thank you to Ava Sutton and Wordsmith Publicity for this ARC. These are my honest opinions and feelings.
Review of advance copy received from Indie Reviewers
Lockdown Corner is the kind of romance that wraps tight around your emotions, blocks every exit, and keeps you captive until the very last page.
Once again, Ava Sutton delivers an unforgettable love story in the fifth outstanding installment of the Walker University Stallions series. From the moment the story begins, it locks you firmly in its grasp and refuses to let go. I loved Silas from the start—his personality instantly pulled me in, but it was the way he fell first for Brooke that completely stole my heart. His devotion is pure, unwavering, and impossibly swoon-worthy.
The prologue sets the emotional tone beautifully, and from there the story digs deep, unearthing all the feels. Even though Brooke’s brother has gone pro, her close bond with his fiancée—still studying at Walker—keeps her firmly connected to the Stallions and right in Silas’s orbit. What follows is a Vegas wedding that proves what happens in Vegas definitely doesn’t stay in Vegas.
But Lockdown Corner is so much more than a surprise marriage. It’s the story of a young woman carrying a past that will break your heart, and a man who has waited patiently for the woman he never believed he could have. Add in sizzling chemistry, emotional depth, and a hero who earns his book-boyfriend status page after page, and you have a romance that completely delivers.
Lockdown Corner is a reminder that the greatest love stories are built on patience, devotion, and the courage to finally claim what your heart has always known.
Once again, Ava Sutton delivers an unforgettable love story in the fifth outstanding installment of the Walker University Stallions series. From the moment the story begins, it locks you firmly in its grasp and refuses to let go. I loved Silas from the start—his personality instantly pulled me in, but it was the way he fell first for Brooke that completely stole my heart. His devotion is pure, unwavering, and impossibly swoon-worthy.
The prologue sets the emotional tone beautifully, and from there the story digs deep, unearthing all the feels. Even though Brooke’s brother has gone pro, her close bond with his fiancée—still studying at Walker—keeps her firmly connected to the Stallions and right in Silas’s orbit. What follows is a Vegas wedding that proves what happens in Vegas definitely doesn’t stay in Vegas.
But Lockdown Corner is so much more than a surprise marriage. It’s the story of a young woman carrying a past that will break your heart, and a man who has waited patiently for the woman he never believed he could have. Add in sizzling chemistry, emotional depth, and a hero who earns his book-boyfriend status page after page, and you have a romance that completely delivers.
Lockdown Corner is a reminder that the greatest love stories are built on patience, devotion, and the courage to finally claim what your heart has always known.
February 1, 2026
Brooke is dating the wrong man. Silas knows it and want to make her his to love and protect in ways that she is not getting from her boyfriend. This is not you dark romance type football story. It a Brother's teammate who falls in love with Brooke when he first sees her. I sometimes find it difficult to get behind the love at first sight….but there is something about Silas that you are rooting for.
Silas he is a golden retriever when it comes to Brooke. He is so sweet and wants nothing more than for Brooke to be his girl so her can show her some real love. He doesn't just say the words but really shows her in his actions. I really liked his character. Brooke has some trauma and struggle with panic attacks/anxiety. Silas is such a great support system for her and she feels safe with him.
Brooke was so relatable when she was dealing with her trauma and working through her panic attacks based on things she dealt with in her childhood. She showed some much growth, and it was so sweet to see how Silas was a rock for her as she dealt with that past and worked to grow from it.
I also just love the dynamics between all the characters. Ava Sutton wrote this characters so well that you could actually see the insta-love as something that could happen. Brooke and Silas were just perfect together and able to work on any issues or problems together.
Thank you Ava Sutton and Wordsmith Publicity for allowing me to be on the team and read this early just a bit behind on posting. All my opinions are my own.
Silas he is a golden retriever when it comes to Brooke. He is so sweet and wants nothing more than for Brooke to be his girl so her can show her some real love. He doesn't just say the words but really shows her in his actions. I really liked his character. Brooke has some trauma and struggle with panic attacks/anxiety. Silas is such a great support system for her and she feels safe with him.
Brooke was so relatable when she was dealing with her trauma and working through her panic attacks based on things she dealt with in her childhood. She showed some much growth, and it was so sweet to see how Silas was a rock for her as she dealt with that past and worked to grow from it.
I also just love the dynamics between all the characters. Ava Sutton wrote this characters so well that you could actually see the insta-love as something that could happen. Brooke and Silas were just perfect together and able to work on any issues or problems together.
Thank you Ava Sutton and Wordsmith Publicity for allowing me to be on the team and read this early just a bit behind on posting. All my opinions are my own.
February 4, 2026
Overall: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️.5
Lockdown Corner threw me headfirst into sexy, lovely, unplanned married life and Silas Arbuckle & Brooke Linson became an instant favorite couple of mine! From the beginning Silas had always seen Brooke for who she really was underneath it all. Brooke Linson isn’t just some teammate’s sister. She’s fierce, intelligent, and had so much darkness underneath her sweet surface that Silas fell hard for her from the moment he met her freshman year, years before that impulsive weekend in Vegas. Brooke tried so hard to put up this front like everything was fine. Like she was strong enough to handle all the baggage that everyone else was throwing at her without anyone seeing the jagged pieces of her heart. Seeing Brooke let her walls down for Silas, actually be herself around him in such a genuine way, was beautiful to watch. There were so many moments where their marriage could have completely fallen apart. Silas’s football career was about to take off and Brooke was just starting to live, but I loved how they fell for each other not because it was the easy thing to do but because they both wanted something extraordinary. These two had incredible chemistry and connection. It was hot and steamy but also so emotional and I loved watching them fall in love knowing that love could be spontaneous and risky but also something that could keep you grounded. Lockdown Corner was such a sweet read that left me hooked from the very beginning and still thinking about it days later.
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️.5
Lockdown Corner threw me headfirst into sexy, lovely, unplanned married life and Silas Arbuckle & Brooke Linson became an instant favorite couple of mine! From the beginning Silas had always seen Brooke for who she really was underneath it all. Brooke Linson isn’t just some teammate’s sister. She’s fierce, intelligent, and had so much darkness underneath her sweet surface that Silas fell hard for her from the moment he met her freshman year, years before that impulsive weekend in Vegas. Brooke tried so hard to put up this front like everything was fine. Like she was strong enough to handle all the baggage that everyone else was throwing at her without anyone seeing the jagged pieces of her heart. Seeing Brooke let her walls down for Silas, actually be herself around him in such a genuine way, was beautiful to watch. There were so many moments where their marriage could have completely fallen apart. Silas’s football career was about to take off and Brooke was just starting to live, but I loved how they fell for each other not because it was the easy thing to do but because they both wanted something extraordinary. These two had incredible chemistry and connection. It was hot and steamy but also so emotional and I loved watching them fall in love knowing that love could be spontaneous and risky but also something that could keep you grounded. Lockdown Corner was such a sweet read that left me hooked from the very beginning and still thinking about it days later.
January 24, 2026
ARC Review
⭐4/5
🌶️2.5/5
Silas came out of nowhere and somehow became one of the best book boyfriends in the series. He was completely head over heels for Brooke and never once tried to hide it from her or from anyone around them.
Brooke is used to being made small. She is a people pleaser who follows the rules, avoids conflict, and rarely speaks up for herself. She carries a lot of guilt from a painful childhood incident where her brother had to protect her from something terrible, and because of that, she feels like she has no right to make mistakes. So, when she is the one who suggests a spontaneous Vegas wedding with Silas, it feels wild, unexpected, and honestly one of the best decisions she could have made.
Silas does not just love her, he shows up for her. He validates her feelings, protects her, and looks for solutions instead of problems. A man with that level of emotional intelligence is always a win in my book.
My only small complaint is that the story felt a bit short, and Brooke’s character development felt slightly unfinished. I would not have minded a few more chapters of them falling in love and her finally finding peace after all the storms she has been carrying.
That said, if you are in the mood for a short college sports romance with a Vegas wedding, you should definitely give this one a try!
Thank you so much Ava and WordSmith Publicity for a copy of this ARC.
⭐4/5
🌶️2.5/5
Silas came out of nowhere and somehow became one of the best book boyfriends in the series. He was completely head over heels for Brooke and never once tried to hide it from her or from anyone around them.
Brooke is used to being made small. She is a people pleaser who follows the rules, avoids conflict, and rarely speaks up for herself. She carries a lot of guilt from a painful childhood incident where her brother had to protect her from something terrible, and because of that, she feels like she has no right to make mistakes. So, when she is the one who suggests a spontaneous Vegas wedding with Silas, it feels wild, unexpected, and honestly one of the best decisions she could have made.
Silas does not just love her, he shows up for her. He validates her feelings, protects her, and looks for solutions instead of problems. A man with that level of emotional intelligence is always a win in my book.
My only small complaint is that the story felt a bit short, and Brooke’s character development felt slightly unfinished. I would not have minded a few more chapters of them falling in love and her finally finding peace after all the storms she has been carrying.
That said, if you are in the mood for a short college sports romance with a Vegas wedding, you should definitely give this one a try!
Thank you so much Ava and WordSmith Publicity for a copy of this ARC.
January 18, 2026
Ava Sutton has done it again!! I am absolutely in love with the Walker University universe! 😍
If you love swoon-y, sweet, cinnamon roll heroes, who also happen to be tatted and a little bit filthy, Silas Arbuckle is your guy! I cannot resist a guy who yearns and pines, and Silas does both to perfection. He is truly the total package. The way he supports and loves Brooke is just so good! 😍
Brooke was such a sweet FMC, and I loved her growth throughout the book. She has spent the majority of her life being a people pleaser and making herself small so as to not cause drama or problems, and honestly I could relate so much with her. Brooke’s story gives hope to all of us quiet girls that can find our Silas, too! Their relationship was just so beautiful and it was a joy to read! 🩷
I also love the way the found family has grown throughout the series! The banter and love between all the couples and friends just creates such a fun, supportive dynamic. And now we have the Griffith twins adding more shenanigans to the mix and I cannot wait for more Ace and Aston in the future! Gimme ALL the Griffith boys! 🤭😉
What to expect:
Football Romance
Brother’s Teammate
Dating the Wrong Guy (Her)
Love at First Sight (Him)
Spontaneous x Serious
*Thank you to Ava Sutton for the opportunity to read an arc of this book.
If you love swoon-y, sweet, cinnamon roll heroes, who also happen to be tatted and a little bit filthy, Silas Arbuckle is your guy! I cannot resist a guy who yearns and pines, and Silas does both to perfection. He is truly the total package. The way he supports and loves Brooke is just so good! 😍
Brooke was such a sweet FMC, and I loved her growth throughout the book. She has spent the majority of her life being a people pleaser and making herself small so as to not cause drama or problems, and honestly I could relate so much with her. Brooke’s story gives hope to all of us quiet girls that can find our Silas, too! Their relationship was just so beautiful and it was a joy to read! 🩷
I also love the way the found family has grown throughout the series! The banter and love between all the couples and friends just creates such a fun, supportive dynamic. And now we have the Griffith twins adding more shenanigans to the mix and I cannot wait for more Ace and Aston in the future! Gimme ALL the Griffith boys! 🤭😉
What to expect:
Football Romance
Brother’s Teammate
Dating the Wrong Guy (Her)
Love at First Sight (Him)
Spontaneous x Serious
*Thank you to Ava Sutton for the opportunity to read an arc of this book.
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