In Her Own League

by Liz Tomforde

He's used to being the boss. But she's in her own league... As the first female team owner in Major League Baseball, Reese Remington has spent her entire life preparing for this role.

With a sharp mind and years of experience working behind the scenes, she's more than qualified. But the public only sees a woman in a man's world - not the person who's earned their place on the field. Under constant scrutiny and pressure to prove herself, Reese can't afford distractions.

Especially one that comes in the form of the team's tempting field manager who questions her every decision. Emmett Montgomery is a former All-Star turned coach who treats his players like family and the field like home. After years of running the team his way, the last thing he wants is a new boss - let alone one who seems ice-cold and laser-focused on business.

But forced to spend long hours - and too many away games - side by side, he begins to see the fire beneath Reese's control, the heart behind her ambition and the unwavering determination to prove herself. When heated banter turns into sizzling chemistry, professional boundaries blur and the spark between them becomes impossible to resist. But Reese is constantly reminded of how many people are waiting for her to fail, and the safest move is to keep Emmett at arm's length - for the sake of the team, the season and her career.

But keeping their distance is one game neither of them can seem to win...

Genres: Romance, Sports Romance, Sports, Contemporary Romance, Contemporary, Adult, Baseball

448 pages, Paperback

Expected publication March 3, 2026

About the author

Liz Tomforde is a New York Times bestselling author of sports romance novels that depict realistic and healthy relationships. Her books offer a mix of witty banter, undeniable chemistry, a healthy dash of spice, and swoon-worthy men who look good in a uniform.

Born and raised in Northern California, Liz is the youngest of five children. She loves all things romance, traveling, dogs, and hockey. When she's not traveling or writing, Liz can be found relaxing at home or listening to a good audiobook while on a walk with her Golden Retriever, Luke.

For more information, please visit Liz’s website and subscribe to her newsletter at liztomforde.com. You can connect also with Liz on Instagram @liztomforde.author.

Reviews

[sasha]

here i am yearning for someone’s grandpa

[maria]

I don’t know how I feel about the tittle😕😕 like it’s just too basic but I guess it makes sense lol. Anyways, I’m excited for this😋

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I JUST READ THE SNEAK PEEK and it has material to be 5 stars🙌🏻 please don’t let me down with this one Liz😭😭

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MONTY AND REESE’S BOOK🗣️🚨🚨

FINALLY!! Monty deserves his own book so bad but what you mean I have to wait a year…

[manas (traveling)]

THE TITLE!!!!!!

[ଘRory]

_Iconic cover😍.Must have it as a poster!

_OMG WE HAVE A TITLE 😛

[Salma [Ramadan HIATUS]]

LIZ JUST POSTED THE COVER ON INSTA AND IT'S PERFECT. SCREAMING. CRYING. LIZ, YOU'RE SLAYING. I NEED THIS BOOK NOWWWW. Watch me make this book my entire personality.

AAAAAAAAAAAA EVERYBODY STAY CALM. IT'S HAPPENING. WE GOT A TITLE, EVERYONE!!!

Liz became an auto-buy author for me when I read the Windy City series. In my opinion, this is the best romance series I've ever read. When I read Kai's book, I ADORED THE FUCK OUT OF MONTY AND WAS PRACTICALLY BEGGING FOR HIS BOOK, AND NOW WE HAVE A TITLE. CAN MARCH 3RD COME ALREADY???

(CAN YOU TELL I'M EXCITED?)

[Ri ♡]

“And lastly, her biggest fault of all...she looks like that. My new boss is not only a pain in my ass, but she's also fucking stunning and the first woman my body has decided to pay attention to in God knows how long.”

i just know daddy monty is gonna be my next obsession 🤭

daddy monty is coming to us in 2026 🫶🏼

[April (s.i. work is busy)]

AHHHH!! We have a title!! 🤭❤️ I need this book like air but have to wait until March 😩

[nikki]

MONTY AND REESE NATION RISEEEEEEEEEE🗣👏🏽

[becs ౨ৎ⋆.˚ (semi-ia + comment restriction)]

title reveal!!!!! 🤭

liz finished writing their book and we’re getting the title reveal soon??? i’m so excited 🙂‍↕️ montyreese my loves 🫶🏽

[EMthebooktrovert]

JESUS, this feels exactly like someone has given me an unexpected Christmas present.

I love Monty so much in Caught up, and he deserves a book of his own. And this is not just a novella. Thank you so much, Liz Tomforde.

Immediately pre-ordered this without a heartbeat of hesitation. I will buy her next book even if it's just a story about cutie Max going to school.

[Youssra (semi ia)]

SCREAMINGGGG lIZ CONFIRMED IT IS MONTY'S BOOK ON HER INSTAGRAM YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSS

[LiL (catching up)]

Ok so what you’re saying is that my dreams are coming true!! Monty and Reese are coming baby!!!! 🤭

[gabi⋆˙⟡♡]

⋆｡˚୨𝓟𝓻𝓮-𝓻𝓮𝓪𝓭𝓲𝓷𝓰୧˚｡⋆
We finally have a cover and it's SO INCREDIBLY CUTE.
Can't wait to read MontyReese and see her leading him on a leash 🤭💘

[dominika.books · Rating 5 out of 5]

TO BYŁO JAK POWRÓT DO DOMU. Na przemian płakałam i piszczałam. 🥹

[•°Dahlia ( hiatus )]

GIVE ME ALREADY AGAGAHA

🚨📢DADDY MONTHY AND REESE ARE TTING THEIR BOOK 😭😭🤸‍♀️🤸‍♀️.
KILL ME BURY ME OR DO WHATEVER YOU WANT BUT JUST GET ME THIS BOOK AND THEN MY FATE IS UP TO YOU 😭😭

[Tamara Vranjes]

Monty and Reese omg♥️🔥🤭

[Sandy (Sandy.Reads) · Rating 5 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Five stars. No hesitation.

After watching Reese and Monty’s chemistry simmer in the background of the earlier books in the Windy City Series, I knew their story was going to be something special and it absolutely delivered. The push and pull between them, with both of them so used to being in charge, was everything I wanted. Their tension was off the charts. Every interaction felt layered with history, stubbornness, and undeniable attraction.

Monty completely stole my heart in this one. Seeing his softer side, how fiercely he loves, how he treats his team like family, and the lengths he will go to for the people he cares about, added so much depth to his character. And Reese is an absolute powerhouse. Watching her navigate a male dominated field with grit and determination made me love her even more. Yes, she had moments of doubt, but what mattered most was that she always found her footing and stood up for herself. And the way Monty supported her while still letting her shine on her own was perfection.

This was such a phenomenal addition to the Windy City universe. Getting the behind the scenes look at how their love story unfolded made everything feel even more meaningful. I am completely obsessed with them and honestly not ready to say goodbye.

[vanessa ⋆.☕︎ [semiᝰia]]

‧˚꒰🐾୭ ˚. ᵎᵎ And just when I thought I was done with this series, saying goodbye with tears in my eyes, boom, surprise!! 😭 MONTY’S STORY is coming, and I just know it’s going to eat me up completely! I don’t even know what it’s about yet, but I can already tell it’s going to be a 5-star read. Please, Liz, don’t disappoint me!! <𝟑

[tanvi]

OMG IT IS HAPPENING. EVERYONE STAY CALM

[Elinor.]

ITS HAPPENING

[alana ☁️]

can I give this book 5 stars now or would that be a smidge too early?

[enola]

IF THE WHOLE CITY HEARD ME SCREAMING OVER THIS BEAUTY I COULD NOT CARE LESS
IT WILL BECOME MY ENTIRE LIFE i yell as they drag me away

[Trine Moeldrup]

Monty and Reese.. MONTY .. AND REESE!

Stop I need it now

[aira]

back to the Windy City, you say?!!?!? yeah, duh I'm there. 🤫 (it's so worth waiting until march 2026)

[Victoria]

YYEEEEEEEEEEEEESSSSSSSSSSS! THANKS GOD!
REESE & MONTY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
TAKE ALL MY MONEY!!!!

[Ashley Mural]

DADDY MONTY?! *bark bark*

[Cassie]

Holy shitttttt!!! MONTY AND REESE!!! Seeing this just made my day, week, year, all of it. THANK YOU LIZ!!!!

Edit: A TITLEEEEE!! It could have been the worst title in the world and I would still love it!! But oh my god can it come out already?????? Monty and Reese better be attending family dinner.... at least once....

[Naz]

pre-read:

MONTY AND REESE‼️ MONTY AND REESE‼️ Can’t wait to also see my POOKIE Rhode Brothers 🥹

[maggie]

oh my godd??