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Collision Course: A Rivals To Lovers Sapphic Romance
Blair ruined my life once. Now she's about to ruin me in an entirely different way.
Blair Fox.
The name that's been seared into my memory since the day her stick caught my knee and ended my athletic ambitions. The scar on my thigh is a permanent reminder of everything I lost, thanks to her.
Now she's here. In my law firm. Looking at me like she wants to either argue with me or devour me—and I can't tell which one terrifies me more.
We're enemies. Rivals. We can't be in the same room without the air crackling between us.
So how the hell did we end up tangled together in a New Orleans hotel room? And why does it keep happening?
It was supposed to be one mistake. One reckless, desperate kiss after too many late nights working together. But now I can't stop thinking about the way she tastes. We're playing with fire. The partners are watching. Office gossip spreads like wildfire. One wrong move and both our careers go up in smoke.
But the real danger? I'm still closeted. My father doesn't know. The firm doesn't know. And when someone forces us under the mistletoe at the office Christmas party, I panic—destroying the woman I've fallen impossibly, irrevocably in love with.
I thought hating Blair was safer. Easier. But the woman who ruined my knee fifteen years ago has become the only one who can put me back together.
Now I just have to be brave enough to claim her.
Perfect for readers who love high-stakes workplace romance, rivals who can't keep their hands off each other, and women brave enough to risk everything for love.
Blair Fox.
The name that's been seared into my memory since the day her stick caught my knee and ended my athletic ambitions. The scar on my thigh is a permanent reminder of everything I lost, thanks to her.
Now she's here. In my law firm. Looking at me like she wants to either argue with me or devour me—and I can't tell which one terrifies me more.
We're enemies. Rivals. We can't be in the same room without the air crackling between us.
So how the hell did we end up tangled together in a New Orleans hotel room? And why does it keep happening?
It was supposed to be one mistake. One reckless, desperate kiss after too many late nights working together. But now I can't stop thinking about the way she tastes. We're playing with fire. The partners are watching. Office gossip spreads like wildfire. One wrong move and both our careers go up in smoke.
But the real danger? I'm still closeted. My father doesn't know. The firm doesn't know. And when someone forces us under the mistletoe at the office Christmas party, I panic—destroying the woman I've fallen impossibly, irrevocably in love with.
I thought hating Blair was safer. Easier. But the woman who ruined my knee fifteen years ago has become the only one who can put me back together.
Now I just have to be brave enough to claim her.
Perfect for readers who love high-stakes workplace romance, rivals who can't keep their hands off each other, and women brave enough to risk everything for love.
268 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 8, 2025
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February 16, 2026
Y'all, this has to be AI
Weird inconsistencies. In the prologue, Amanda was stretchered off the field straight to the hospital. In a chapter one retrospective, she had limped off the field and remained on the sidelines. In chapter seven, Blair woke at 11:47 a.m.. She dressed and sauntered through time and space to arrive at a restaurant at 11:17 a.m., thirty minutes before she awoke.
The author forgets which gender a person is from sentence to sentence. Referring to a person as "he" in the first instance, "she" in the next. It's bizarre and confusing and happens more than once.
Amanda and Blair kissed a long fraught moment after the door clicked shut. No, Amanda's mouth was on Blair's before the door even closed. Next, pulling off one woman's pants somehow exposes the others woman's scars.
Honestly, if alternate personalities are going to swap writing chapters or sentences, they should at least check in with each other on the details. This is not rocket surgery. We're taking different descriptions, one page or one paragraph apart, of the same event.
There's more, much more, this short novel is a scavenger hunt of odd inconsistencies. Or not, maybe Amanda really does have burgundy eyes.
How does an author even do this? Is this a prefrontal cortex thing - this misfiring of short term memory? Or, dare I posit, ghostwritten - or at least co-written - by AI? ← Seems more likely. Thought, it's awfully careless to run a story idea through AI and then not bother to proofread AT ALL. Curiously, this author has a deep enough catalog to suggest that she could have written it without resorting to AI assistance. I could be wrong, so judge for yourselves.
Yet, the book is an adventure, of sorts. Despite whatever synapse misfiring or loopy AI prompting is going on, the sexual tension sizzles, the dialog is smart, Juan is a tool, and New Orleans is another time/space vortex, but it's New Orleans, so that's not completely far-fetched. This is not a slow burn. Our ladies get down to business quickly, thoroughly, and repeatedly, and that's my kind of story. The last couple of chapters are really good and without the oddities of all that came earlier.
I read this using my kindle unlimited subscription and I'm glad of that. I would be monumentally peeved if I had actually bought an AI "authored" book. I have tremendous respect for the real people who sit down and write compelling stories using only their imaginations and unique talents. Apologies to the author if the weirdness is due to cognitive limitations rather than AI. In either case, dear author, please consider a beta reader next time.
Weird inconsistencies. In the prologue, Amanda was stretchered off the field straight to the hospital. In a chapter one retrospective, she had limped off the field and remained on the sidelines. In chapter seven, Blair woke at 11:47 a.m.. She dressed and sauntered through time and space to arrive at a restaurant at 11:17 a.m., thirty minutes before she awoke.
The author forgets which gender a person is from sentence to sentence. Referring to a person as "he" in the first instance, "she" in the next. It's bizarre and confusing and happens more than once.
Amanda and Blair kissed a long fraught moment after the door clicked shut. No, Amanda's mouth was on Blair's before the door even closed. Next, pulling off one woman's pants somehow exposes the others woman's scars.
Honestly, if alternate personalities are going to swap writing chapters or sentences, they should at least check in with each other on the details. This is not rocket surgery. We're taking different descriptions, one page or one paragraph apart, of the same event.
There's more, much more, this short novel is a scavenger hunt of odd inconsistencies. Or not, maybe Amanda really does have burgundy eyes.
How does an author even do this? Is this a prefrontal cortex thing - this misfiring of short term memory? Or, dare I posit, ghostwritten - or at least co-written - by AI? ← Seems more likely. Thought, it's awfully careless to run a story idea through AI and then not bother to proofread AT ALL. Curiously, this author has a deep enough catalog to suggest that she could have written it without resorting to AI assistance. I could be wrong, so judge for yourselves.
Yet, the book is an adventure, of sorts. Despite whatever synapse misfiring or loopy AI prompting is going on, the sexual tension sizzles, the dialog is smart, Juan is a tool, and New Orleans is another time/space vortex, but it's New Orleans, so that's not completely far-fetched. This is not a slow burn. Our ladies get down to business quickly, thoroughly, and repeatedly, and that's my kind of story. The last couple of chapters are really good and without the oddities of all that came earlier.
I read this using my kindle unlimited subscription and I'm glad of that. I would be monumentally peeved if I had actually bought an AI "authored" book. I have tremendous respect for the real people who sit down and write compelling stories using only their imaginations and unique talents. Apologies to the author if the weirdness is due to cognitive limitations rather than AI. In either case, dear author, please consider a beta reader next time.
February 1, 2026
I felt the plot had a lot of unrealized potential. The inconsistencies throughout were distracting and the dual POV was hard to follow because the MCs’ voices were indistinguishable. On top of that, there were glaring mistakes (one was the ACL tear scar being on Blair at one point, and being visible while Amanda was still wearing pants in another). Inconsistencies such as blonde vs. brunette color and a burgundy blouse being the same color as Amanda’s blue eyes (???) really took away from the story. Plus, it was obvious the author really didn’t understand the dynamics of law firms, especially litigation versus transactional work. All that being said, I still finished it and despite the road bumps along the way it was a relatively easy read.
August 1, 2026
Clearly AI helped. The sentences, the rhythm are both clear.
The most glaring parts were the inconsistencies. The worst one was by far the wound which was moved from one character to the other during a sex scene. One character's hair colour was blonde, then it become dark; then it was never mentioned again. The same girl has blue eyes initially, then they turned burgundy. Burgundy eyes? A gentleman ended up being referred to as "she". Just lots of inconsistencies.
Also some actions or situations that do not feel right for the story or for the characters (the flight attendant's first greeting about the phone number; where does that happen?). The supply cabinet angle which didn't make sense to me for either characters, it just felt forced. So while the premise was good, an enemy to lovers scenario always has so much potential, it sort of falls flat on delivery.
This is the 2nd book of Ms Vidal I read which shows a very similar AI intervention. I think I'm staying clear for a while, I much prefer human-created content.
The most glaring parts were the inconsistencies. The worst one was by far the wound which was moved from one character to the other during a sex scene. One character's hair colour was blonde, then it become dark; then it was never mentioned again. The same girl has blue eyes initially, then they turned burgundy. Burgundy eyes? A gentleman ended up being referred to as "she". Just lots of inconsistencies.
Also some actions or situations that do not feel right for the story or for the characters (the flight attendant's first greeting about the phone number; where does that happen?). The supply cabinet angle which didn't make sense to me for either characters, it just felt forced. So while the premise was good, an enemy to lovers scenario always has so much potential, it sort of falls flat on delivery.
This is the 2nd book of Ms Vidal I read which shows a very similar AI intervention. I think I'm staying clear for a while, I much prefer human-created content.
December 23, 2025
Amanda Booker played Blair Fox in field hockey, and Blair unintentionally crippled Amanda. And Amanda has never forgotten it. Then they get assigned to work together...
Blair is terrified of working with Amanda, but she seems to want to let the past go. They also have to keep the peace for the job.
They're both shocked to run into the other at a gay bar... both get too drunk and kiss, then Amanda panics and bolts. She is not out to her family, the idea of being out at worries her, so she flees.
Blair is less than pleased. Worse they have to go to New Orleans together for several days on a work trip. They sleep together, finally....
Amanda is still opposed to being out, and while Blair is ok to start with, the sneaking around gets to her. They get dared to kiss at a party, Amanda balks, third act breakup.
Good wrap up. 3.5 stars out of 5. Not terrific but solidly good.
Blair is terrified of working with Amanda, but she seems to want to let the past go. They also have to keep the peace for the job.
They're both shocked to run into the other at a gay bar... both get too drunk and kiss, then Amanda panics and bolts. She is not out to her family, the idea of being out at worries her, so she flees.
Blair is less than pleased. Worse they have to go to New Orleans together for several days on a work trip. They sleep together, finally....
Amanda is still opposed to being out, and while Blair is ok to start with, the sneaking around gets to her. They get dared to kiss at a party, Amanda balks, third act breakup.
Good wrap up. 3.5 stars out of 5. Not terrific but solidly good.
March 5, 2026
This gets 4 stars from me. Amanda’s character growth throughout the story is fun to watch. I loved the passion between the characters. There was no real 3rd act breakup though Blair stepped back when she feared Amanda might not be willing to come out to the world. Of course, when Amanda did come out, it was glorious.
But discrepancies, and various other editing failures made it hard to stay immersed in a potentially good story. I do hope the author can get better editing services going forward. With proper editing, this would have gotten 5 stars from me.
But discrepancies, and various other editing failures made it hard to stay immersed in a potentially good story. I do hope the author can get better editing services going forward. With proper editing, this would have gotten 5 stars from me.
January 26, 2026
finding happiness..
Wonderful heartfelt story. Two high school rivals meeting years later working for the same law firm. One out the other deep in the closet.
I loved Amanda’s father Richard apologizing when she came out. Oh, that all parents reacted this way. Tessa has a knack for simple wisdom. The waitress telling Blaire her secret to happiness-count your blessings.
First novel I’ve read by Tessa Vidal will definitely be reading others.
Wonderful heartfelt story. Two high school rivals meeting years later working for the same law firm. One out the other deep in the closet.
I loved Amanda’s father Richard apologizing when she came out. Oh, that all parents reacted this way. Tessa has a knack for simple wisdom. The waitress telling Blaire her secret to happiness-count your blessings.
First novel I’ve read by Tessa Vidal will definitely be reading others.
February 16, 2026
Great Love Story
I loved this book from the beginning. Even though they didn’t see each other for several years after high school where Blair and Amanda were rival soccer players they reunited at a law firm. Amanda still had not forgotten or forgiven Blair for the injury she suffered during a soccer game. Author tells this story from both women’s point of view. I loved the way the new relationship begins, changes and develops.
I loved this book from the beginning. Even though they didn’t see each other for several years after high school where Blair and Amanda were rival soccer players they reunited at a law firm. Amanda still had not forgotten or forgiven Blair for the injury she suffered during a soccer game. Author tells this story from both women’s point of view. I loved the way the new relationship begins, changes and develops.
June 10, 2026
As teenagers, Blair unintentionally crippled Amanda in field hockey during a finals match. Now many years later, these rivals have to work together at a major law firm. Can they go from rivals to workmates to more?
I enjoyed the story, the characters, their chemistry and the insecurities. I listened to this book, but because it was AI generated, I didn't feel/hear all the different voice inflections that I'm used to from a talented human narrator!
I enjoyed the story, the characters, their chemistry and the insecurities. I listened to this book, but because it was AI generated, I didn't feel/hear all the different voice inflections that I'm used to from a talented human narrator!
February 6, 2026
I really didn't expect a lot from this but was pleasantly surprised. Decent character growth, interesting angst, it was good. Nothing wildly new but decent writing with compelling characters, it's good.
July 8, 2026
Definitely agree with the “call outs”
I was so excited to read/listen to this story and then it all fell apart when I realized the unfortunate potential or something not authentically created… disappointed. Couldn’t get through it.
I was so excited to read/listen to this story and then it all fell apart when I realized the unfortunate potential or something not authentically created… disappointed. Couldn’t get through it.
February 14, 2026
There are many inconsistencies about physical descriptions and who is doing what to whom. It needs an editor.
February 17, 2026
Loved it
I really enjoyed the book, i loved the sneaking around amanda and Blair did in the small cupboard and how it flowed and a nice ending.
I really enjoyed the book, i loved the sneaking around amanda and Blair did in the small cupboard and how it flowed and a nice ending.
May 28, 2026
This is horribly written. The inconsistencies are insane. The writing and grabs and poor edits keep the reader confused. Who’s talking? Wait, what happened? Time sequences out of order… blah! DNF
August 3, 2026
Ai???? Was SOOO disappointed with this book! Don’t think I will try nothing else by this author again.
September 30, 2026
Great love story
I’m I loved the characters and the storyline. Support the author’s books and make sure you leave your reviews.
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I’m I loved the characters and the storyline. Support the author’s books and make sure you leave your reviews.
Thank you for using Kindle Unlimited.
May 31, 2026
This book delivers a story that’s not just romantic, but emotionally grounded and deeply human. What stood out most to me was how the book balanced tension, vulnerability, and growth without ever losing its heart.
Amanda’s journey is the soul of this story. Her acceptance of herself unfolds with a quiet strength that feels both real and inspiring. Just when she believes she’s lost her chance — with love, with family, with her own sense of belonging — she chooses honesty. That single step toward her father becomes a turning point, opening the door to a relationship that feels tender, earned, and worth cherishing. It’s one of the most rewarding emotional arcs in the book.
And then there’s Blair’s mom. What a character. Equal parts exhausting and infuriating, she brings chaos wherever she goes — but thankfully, Blair’s new stepmom knows exactly how to handle her.
Of course, no corporate romance is complete without a workplace villain, and the author gives us one who absolutely gets what they deserve. But what I appreciated most was how the corporate environment itself wasn’t just a backdrop — it became a space where characters could finally be open about who they are. That shift felt hopeful, like a quiet nod to the real-world progress we want to see.
The epilogue tied things up nicely, offering closure and a glimpse of the future. Still, I found myself wanting just a little more — not because anything was missing, but because the characters were so easy to root for that I wanted a bit more.
Amanda’s journey is the soul of this story. Her acceptance of herself unfolds with a quiet strength that feels both real and inspiring. Just when she believes she’s lost her chance — with love, with family, with her own sense of belonging — she chooses honesty. That single step toward her father becomes a turning point, opening the door to a relationship that feels tender, earned, and worth cherishing. It’s one of the most rewarding emotional arcs in the book.
And then there’s Blair’s mom. What a character. Equal parts exhausting and infuriating, she brings chaos wherever she goes — but thankfully, Blair’s new stepmom knows exactly how to handle her.
Of course, no corporate romance is complete without a workplace villain, and the author gives us one who absolutely gets what they deserve. But what I appreciated most was how the corporate environment itself wasn’t just a backdrop — it became a space where characters could finally be open about who they are. That shift felt hopeful, like a quiet nod to the real-world progress we want to see.
The epilogue tied things up nicely, offering closure and a glimpse of the future. Still, I found myself wanting just a little more — not because anything was missing, but because the characters were so easy to root for that I wanted a bit more.
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